The Garlande Hotel Avignon Centre is the pick for travellers who want to be right in the middle of things without paying a palace-side price. It stands at 20 rue Galante, in the lively quarter of bars, small theatres and restaurants close to the Place de l'Horloge, which is two minutes away on foot. The cathedral and the Palais des Papes are about five minutes, the festival venues around six, the Pont Saint-Bénézet about eight and the Collection Lambert roughly ten, so almost every major sight is a short stroll. The hotel is small and personal, and guests consistently praise it highly. Free Wi-Fi, a buffet breakfast for an extra charge, a library, a concierge, laundry and dry-cleaning service, luggage storage and bicycle parking with e-bike charging are on offer, which makes it a good choice for cyclists. The building has no car park and pets are not accepted, so plan accordingly.
Location and getting around
Rue Galante is in the pedestrian-friendly heart of the old town, which means evenings are animated, with cafés, restaurants and street life close by. That energy is part of the charm, but light sleepers should ask for a room away from the street. The station is about nine minutes on foot, so a train arrival is easy, and the airport at Avignon-Caumont is about a half-hour by car; an airport transfer can be arranged on request at an extra charge.
Because there is no parking, visitors with cars should leave them at a public car park and walk in.
The rooms and what to know
The room range is broad and generous for a small hotel. Comfort, deluxe and prestige doubles all have queen beds and increase in size, La Suite adds a sitting space, and a deluxe triple suits three guests. At the top end there is a one-bedroom suite with a city view and a large two-bedroom apartment that sleeps four, ideal for families or two couples travelling together.
The extra space is a real advantage in a historic centre where many rooms are cramped. Check bed layouts and any view when you book, and ask about breakfast terms, as the buffet carries a surcharge.
Who it suits
Couples, culture-minded travellers, cyclists, and families or small groups who want an apartment-style stay in the middle of the old town. It is a strong value choice for festival visits, when the location is a major advantage, and for anyone who prefers a personal, small-scale hotel to a chain.
If you need a pool, a spa or on-site parking, look at the hotels on the western boulevards, but for atmosphere, walkability and spacious rooms in the old town, the Garlande is one of the best-placed addresses in Avignon. Reserve early for July and for spring weekends.
Why stay here
- ✓Two minutes from the Place de l'Horloge
- ✓Small personal hotel
- ✓Free Wi-Fi
- ✓Breakfast available
- ✓Library and concierge
- ✓Laundry service
- ✓Bicycle parking with e-bike charging
- ✓Suites and a family apartment
Good questions
Where is the Garlande Hotel?+
It is at 20 rue Galante in the old town, about two minutes from the Place de l'Horloge and roughly five minutes from the Palais des Papes.
Does the hotel have parking?+
No, there is no car park. Leave a car at a public car park and walk in. Bicycle parking with e-bike charging is available.
Does it have family-sized rooms?+
Yes. Besides a deluxe triple it has a one-bedroom suite and a two-bedroom apartment that sleeps four. Check availability when you book.
