ibis Styles Tours Centre is the middle option among the city's chain hotels: a notch above the budget end of the market, with the playful, colourful look that the ibis Styles brand favours, and a central address that keeps the sights close. It belongs to the Accor group, and its position in the centre of Tours means that the old town around Place Plumereau, the cathedral of Saint-Gatien and the banks of the Loire are within walking distance, while the station is a reasonable walk or a short tram or bus ride away. For visitors, the appeal is value and convenience: you can base yourself here for a three-night stay, see the châteaux by train or on a small-group tour, and return to the city for dinner without a long journey. It suits couples, friends and solo travellers who want a comfortable, uncomplicated room and who spend their days out. It is not a place for a spa weekend or a château experience, and the rooms are modest in size, as in most city-centre chain hotels. Confirm the room types, breakfast and parking on the booking page and read recent guest reviews before you decide. If you plan to rely on trains, check how far the hotel is from the station for your luggage.
Location and getting around
Central Tours is compact and walkable, and this hotel puts you inside it. The cathedral, the old town and the restaurants around Place Plumereau are on foot, and the Loire à Vélo route runs along the river, so cyclists can start from the city. For the châteaux, take the regional train from Tours station to Amboise, Chenonceaux or Blois, or arrange a small-group tour from the centre. A tram line crosses the city, and buses serve the districts around it, which is useful in the rain.
Rooms and practical details
Expect simple, bright rooms with the quirky decoration typical of the ibis Styles brand, and a breakfast service that is usually charged separately. Rooms in a central city hotel can pick up street noise, so request a quieter side if you need one.
Parking is limited in the centre of Tours, so if you arrive by car, ask the hotel about its parking and the daily charge in advance, and consider leaving the car for the day trips and using trains instead. Rely on the booking page for the room details and facilities.
Who it suits and what to know: choose this hotel if you want a comfortable, no-fuss base at a fair price and a position that lets you eat and drink in the old town without a taxi. It is a good fit for a short stay and for travellers who prefer to spend on food, wine and château tickets rather than on the room.
In winter, the central position is helpful because daylight is short and the old town is atmospheric after dark. Rates rise in summer and at weekends, so book early for popular dates, and compare the price of breakfast with the bakeries nearby.
Why stay here
- ✓Central Tours location
- ✓ibis Styles brand (Accor group)
- ✓Walk to the old town
- ✓Near Saint-Gatien Cathedral
- ✓Loire à Vélo route nearby
- ✓Tram and buses in the city
- ✓Suits a short city stay
- ✓Check parking when booking
Good questions
Is the hotel central?+
Yes, it is in the centre of Tours, within reach of the old town, the cathedral and the river on foot.
How do I get to the châteaux from here?+
Take a regional train from Tours station to Amboise, Chenonceaux or Blois, or join a small-group tour. A car is easier for Chambord, Cheverny and Villandry.
Is breakfast included?+
It varies by rate, so check the booking page and compare with local bakeries and cafés.
