ibis budget Tours Centre Gare is a two-star hotel at 27 rue Édouard Vaillant, about three hundred metres, or five minutes' walk, from Tours station. Rooms are compact, around thirteen square metres for doubles, twins and triples, with a slightly larger family room for four guests, and adjoining rooms can be booked together for larger groups. Air conditioning, wifi and a non-smoking policy are standard, pets are welcome, the building is wheelchair accessible, and breakfast is available on site. There is an on-site car park, with underground parking at a supplement. For travellers who plan to spend their days at the châteaux rather than in their room, it is the most economical base in the city with easy access to every regional train.
Location and getting around
The station is a five-minute walk, so the trains to Amboise, Chenonceaux, Azay-le-Rideau and Blois are easy to catch in the morning. The old town and Place Plumereau are about a fifteen-minute walk or a short tram ride. If you arrive by car, use the on-site car park or pay the supplement for underground parking.
The rooms
Rooms are simple and standard for the brand, with a double bed, a twin or a bunk configuration, and a small private bathroom. Do not expect much space for luggage, and ask for a room away from the street if noise matters. Breakfast is on site for an extra charge, though bakeries near the station offer an alternative.
Who it suits and what to know: it suits independent travellers, cyclists and anyone who wants a cheap bed near the trains. The reception is closed from ten at night until half past six in the morning, so tell the hotel if you will arrive late and check the access arrangements. Check-in is from two in the afternoon and check-out is by eleven. Rates are the lowest on this list, with the best prices in low season.
Why stay here
- ✓Two-star budget hotel
- ✓300 m from Tours station
- ✓Air-conditioned rooms
- ✓Free wifi
- ✓Breakfast on site
- ✓On-site car park (underground at a supplement)
- ✓Family and adjoining rooms
- ✓Pets welcome
Good questions
How far is the hotel from Tours station?+
About three hundred metres, a five-minute walk. It is a convenient base for train day trips.
Can I check in late?+
The reception is closed from ten at night until half past six in the morning, so tell the hotel in advance if you will arrive late.
Is breakfast included?+
Breakfast is available on site for an extra charge. Bakeries near the station are an alternative.
