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Recommended hotels in Besancon

A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a bust sculpture in the background.

1. Hotel Vauban

Hotel Vauban
3.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (222 reviews)
"Best place to stay in the city center!"
United States
George
The price is €108
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Vauban
A cozy reading area with bookshelves, leather armchairs, and unique pendant lighting.

2. Best Western Citadelle

Best Western Citadelle
3.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (735 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Scott
The price is €78
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Best Western Citadelle
A small palm tree in a garden with rocks and other plants.

3. Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa

Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa
4.0 star property
Besancon
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (437 reviews)
"Lovely hotel. Enjoyed spa. Close to town. Spacious room. Was nice overall"
United States
Olga
The price is €110
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa
A breakfast buffet with various food items and condiments.

4. Best Western Hotel Fontaine Argent

Best Western Hotel Fontaine Argent
Chaprais
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (165 reviews)
"Great place for a short stop over with secure parking and walking distance to the centre of Besancon."
United Kingdom
Sarah
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Best Western Hotel Fontaine Argent
A modern interior with a central island, bar stools, and a kitchen area in the background.

5. ibis Besançon Centre La City

ibis Besançon Centre La City
3.0 star property
Besancon
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (880 reviews)
"Ideal location, modern clean hotel, great value"
United Kingdom
Simon
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
ibis Besançon Centre La City
A kitchen area with a bread machine, jars of jam, and a coffee maker.

6. Comfort Aparthotel Besancon La City

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon La City
3.0 star property
Besancon
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (470 reviews)
"Very friendly staff. Very welcoming. Clean room.."
United Kingdom
Jean-Yves
The price is €65
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Comfort Aparthotel Besancon La City
A spacious hotel lobby with a large window, comfortable seating, and a reception desk.

7. Hôtel du Nord

Hôtel du Nord
2.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (156 reviews)
"Excellent old-style French hotel.Excellent room fan but really needed A/C. Breakfast excellent"
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is €68
includes taxes & fees
24 Oct - 25 Oct
Hôtel du Nord
A hotel room with a bed, a tray with croissants, a glass of juice, and a cup of coffee.

8. ibis Styles Besançon

ibis Styles Besançon
3.0 star property
Besancon
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Quite place to stay"
United States
Gerard
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
ibis Styles Besançon
A hotel with a modern design, a central courtyard with flowers, and a clear blue sky.

9. ibis budget Besancon Centre Gare

ibis budget Besancon Centre Gare
2.0 star property
Besancon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (530 reviews)
"Good clean, basic accommodation at a reasonable price."
Canada
Jim
The price is €61
includes taxes & fees
16 Oct - 17 Oct
ibis budget Besancon Centre Gare
A breakfast buffet with various food items, including bread, pastries, and condiments.

10. Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge

Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge
3.0 star property
Besancon
7.8 out of 10, Good, (363 reviews)
"We LOVED our 1 night here! Comfy bed, great linens, friendly & helpful front desk guy, table out front to enjoy, and good parking. Great AC on a hot day. We would stay again any time at this great price!"
United States
Lisa
The price is €51
includes taxes & fees
26 Sept - 27 Sept
Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge
A garden with a variety of flowers including yellow and purple blooms, surrounded by green foliage.

11. Premiere Classe Besancon - Ecole Valentin

Premiere Classe Besancon - Ecole Valentin
1.0 star property
Ecole-Valentin
7.4 out of 10, Good, (595 reviews)
"Good location for a quick stop whilst driving, bedding was clean and shower was hot. Shower didn’t drain very well and could have been cleaner. Not the best or worst place I have stayed in. "
United Kingdom
Juliana
The price is €51
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Premiere Classe Besancon - Ecole Valentin
A buffet table with various food items including fruits, pastries, and desserts.

12. Hotel Campanile Besancon Nord - Ecole Valentin

Hotel Campanile Besancon Nord - Ecole Valentin
3.0 star property
Ecole-Valentin
7.6 out of 10, Good, (436 reviews)
"Bog standard camponile. Value for money"
United Kingdom
Dale
The price is €62
includes taxes & fees
2 Oct - 3 Oct
Hotel Campanile Besancon Nord - Ecole Valentin
A modern dining area with a wooden table, light grey upholstered chairs, and a large vase with flowers.

13. Mercure Besancon Parc Micaud

Mercure Besancon Parc Micaud
Chaprais
7.6 out of 10, Good, (448 reviews)
"Employees were friendly, the breakfast rather very simple and very limited."
Switzerland
Robin
The price is €83
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Mercure Besancon Parc Micaud
A reception desk with a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a wooden counter. There is a chandelier above and a door leading to another room.

14. Hôtel Calisola

Hôtel Calisola
Chalezeule
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (19 reviews)
"Charmerende, ældre hotel. Særdeles venligt og serviceorienteret værtspar."
Denmark
Nikolaj C. R.
The price is €82
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Hôtel Calisola
A hotel reception area with a counter, shelves with bottles, and a sign for 'Priority Welcome.'

15. ibis Besancon Centre Ville

ibis Besancon Centre Ville
3.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (399 reviews)
"The location was pefect and the staff - all the staff - were very welcoming and helpful."
United States
George
The price is €107
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
ibis Besancon Centre Ville
A room with two green armchairs, a round wooden table, and a large mirror on a wooden slatted wall.

16. Comfort Aparthotel Besancon Hauts du Chazal

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon Hauts du Chazal
3.0 star property
Besancon
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (841 reviews)
"The staff made this hotel, we used it as a stop over and the lady on the counter was very helpful, and gave great service with a smile. "
United Kingdom
Robert
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Comfort Aparthotel Besancon Hauts du Chazal
A garden patio with wicker furniture, a swing set, and a pergola.

17. Chambre d'Hôtes La Villa Molina

Chambre d'Hôtes La Villa Molina
Besancon
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Ein unglaublich schöner Aufenthalt bei einer liebevollen Gastgeberfamilie. Man fühlt sich sofort wohl, der Garten ist ein Traum und das Frühstück ist voller Liebe gestaltet. Diese Familie wünscht man sich immer wieder gerne als Gastgeber und sorgt dafür, dass man immer gerne an diesen Besuch und Urlaub zurück denkt"
Germany
Klaus-Ludwig
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Chambre d'Hôtes La Villa Molina
A buffet with various food items and beverages.

18. ibis budget Besancon Nord Ecole Valentin

ibis budget Besancon Nord Ecole Valentin
Ecole-Valentin
6.8 out of 10, (168 reviews)
"Fine "
United States
Paul
The price is €46
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
ibis budget Besancon Nord Ecole Valentin
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a window with blinds, and a wall-mounted picture.

19. La Perla 2min a Pieds Gare Viotte Studio de 25 Mètres Carrés Calmes Lumineux

La Perla 2min a Pieds Gare Viotte Studio de 25 Mètres Carrés Calmes Lumineux
Chaprais
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Logement propre , à deux minutes de la gare. Accès facil grâce à la disponibilité de la propriétaire. Le quartier est calme, place de parking devant la fenêtre. On entend pas de bruit. Tout à fait satisfaite de mon séjour. "
France
Bouchra S.
The price is €117
includes taxes & fees
24 Sept - 25 Sept
La Perla 2min a Pieds Gare Viotte Studio de 25 Mètres Carrés Calmes Lumineux
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, mirror, and decorative lights.

20. Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina
Besancon Old Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (98 reviews)
"Great stay, felt welcomed as usual. Awesome breakfast"
United Kingdom
CHEDIA
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Hotel Regina
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Top Besancon Hotel Reviews

Hôtel de Paris

Hôtel de Paris

10/10 Excellent
"Excellent city centre location...be sure to book parking, which is quite limited. Also be aware that there is no restaurant in the hotel but that there are many options very close by"
Rod 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hôtel de Paris

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Besancon Hostels information

Number of reviews
6,987
Accommodation
1 Hostels
Lowest Price
€46
Highest Price
€117

Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in Besancon?
You may be able to find reasonable prices at these Besancon accommodations, which have good reviews from our travellers: Ibis Styles Besançon - Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, a bar and a 24-hour front desk. Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa - 2-minute walk from Besançon Viotte Station for easy access to public transport. Property features at this hotel include free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a lift.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in Besancon?
Good weather's definitely a plus when you want to venture out and explore, so here are some stats that might be helpful: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 4°C. Average annual precipitation for Besancon is 1224 mm.
What is there to see and do in Besancon?
Depending on what interests you, you might like to explore these things around Besancon. Get out into nature with places such as Parc Micaud, Besançon Loop Trail and Fortifications of Vauban. Cultural attractions include Micropolis Conference Center, Musée des Beaux-Arts et d'Archéologie and House of Victor Hugo. Visit landmarks such as Besancon Citadel, Palais Granvelle and Pelote Tower.
What's the best way to get to and around Besancon while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in Besancon in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is Dole (DLE-Franche-Comte Regional), located 31.2 mi (50.2 km) from the city centre. Once you're on the ground, you might want to use public transport during your trip. Head over to Hauts du Chazal for metro travel. Train stations including Besançon Mouillere Station and Besançon Viotte Station make it easy to see more of the surrounding area.

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