The ibis Versailles Château is the budget-friendly choice in our selection, and it is also one of the closest to the palace. It stands at 4 avenue du Général de Gaulle, and the operator's page puts the Château de Versailles about 500 metres away. There are two room types, a Standard room with a double bed of about 13 square metres and a Superior room of about 18 square metres with a double bed, a single sofa bed, a balcony and a courtyard view. The hotel is air conditioned and offers free Wi-Fi, a bar with snacks available around the clock, a paid undercover car park and a hot-and-cold breakfast buffet from 6:30 to 10:00, until 11:00 on weekends. It is wheelchair accessible and non-smoking. Simple, clean and close to the sights, it is a good option for travellers who spend their days at the palace and just need a comfortable bed.
Location and getting around
The avenue du Général de Gaulle is close to the palace and the station, so the palace entrance is a short walk, and you can be in the queue early without a long transfer. The Notre-Dame market is a little further on foot, and the RER and train stations are near enough for easy trips to Paris. There is an undercover private car park, charged by the day and subject to availability, which is useful because street parking in Versailles is limited. Most guests arrive by rail.
The rooms and what is good to know: rooms are compact, so this is a place to sleep rather than to linger, and the Superior room is worth the small upgrade if you want a balcony and a sofa bed for a child. The bar serves snacks around the clock, which helps after a long day or an early start. Breakfast is a hot-and-cold buffet and starts at 6:30, which suits visitors heading to a morning palace slot. Check-in is from midday and check-out is at midday, and the property is non-smoking.
Who it suits
Solo travellers, couples on a budget and families who want to spend money on tickets, not rooms. It is a good fit for a one-night stay when you want to be at the palace for the opening slot, and the price makes it one of the best values near the gates.
Because it is a chain hotel, expect a functional style rather than historic charm, and look elsewhere if you want a garden, a spa or a restaurant on site. Rates are lowest in the winter months and rise in spring and summer, so book early for those seasons.
Why stay here
- ✓About 500 m from the palace
- ✓Bar with 24-hour snacks
- ✓Hot and cold buffet breakfast
- ✓Undercover car park (fee)
- ✓Air conditioning and free Wi-Fi
- ✓Superior rooms with balcony
- ✓Wheelchair accessible
- ✓Non-smoking property
Good questions
How far is the ibis Versailles Château from the palace?+
The operator's page gives about 500 metres to the Château de Versailles. It is a short walk, so you can reach the entrance early.
What time is breakfast at the ibis Versailles Château?+
A hot and cold buffet runs from 6:30 to 10:00, and until 11:00 at weekends. Prices are shown at booking.
Does the ibis have parking?+
Yes, it has an undercover private car park for a daily fee, subject to availability. Reserve ahead if you drive.
