Cathar Castles

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Photo provided by © ATOUT FRANCE/Catherine Bibollet
Carcassonne which includes château or palace and heritage architecture
Carcassonne which includes château or palace and heritage architecture
Carcassonne showing street scenes
Carcassonne featuring château or palace and heritage architecture

Where to stay in Cathar Castles

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City of Carcassonne

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

City of Carcassonne is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne and Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse while in the area.

City of Carcassonne
Carcassonne featuring heritage architecture, landscape views and château or palace

Bastide Saint-Louis

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Bastide Saint-Louis is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Canal du Midi and Place Carnot.

Bastide Saint-Louis
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Saint-Just

While there might not be top attractions in Saint-Just, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Rennes-le-Château Church and Musée des Dinosaures 'Dinosauria'.

Saint-Just
Chateau des Ducs de Joyeuse, BW Signature Collection

Chateau des Ducs de Joyeuse, BW Signature Collection

1 Allée Georges Roux, Couiza, Aude
The price is €141 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€141
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this historic hotel in Couiza. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Rennes-le-Château Church and Musée ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (93 reviews)
Beautiful and incredible. Don’t miss out.
"Having been spectacularly let down by another venue locally - I booked here at short notice. I’m so glad I did - genuinely stunning hotel, brilliant and helpful staff and a wonderful stay overall. I genuinely can’t find fault in any way."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

Chateau des Ducs de Joyeuse, BW Signature Collection
Rose des Pyrénées

Rose des Pyrénées

2 Chemin des Casteillasses, Belvianes-et-Cavirac
The price is €93 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
€93
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Belvianes-et-Cavirac. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Rodeoraft and Gorges de St-Georges ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (39 reviews)
Lovely hotel
"Great hotel with nice pool and lovely riverside dinning"

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

Rose des Pyrénées
Hotel La Chaumiere

Hotel La Chaumiere

3 out of 5
25 Boulevard Charles de Gaulle, Quillan, Aude
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €83 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
€83
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Quillan. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions The Nature ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (76 reviews)
"The Chaumiere is really the only good hotel in this area, decor feels a little set in the 1990's, but facilities are great and the set menu at the restaurant is a real treat. It has a nice casual feel and a very attentive owner/manager"

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Hotel La Chaumiere
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Villa with private pool and garden - Free Wifi. Walking distance to TOWN

Villa with private pool and garden - Free Wifi. Walking distance to TOWN

Quillan
Book a stay at this family-friendly villa in Quillan. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a garden. Popular attractions The Nature Trail And The Green Labyrinth ...
Pure relaxation
"We normally do the all inclusive holidays but this year decided to drive and stay in a villa. Matt the host was always available if both pre during and post our stay for any questions issue concerns we had. We were not disappointed with this property this is massive an as family of 7 we never felt ..."

Reviewed on 13 Sep 2024

Villa with private pool and garden - Free Wifi. Walking distance to TOWN
Gîte des Patiasses, very spacious, between Rennes le Château and Rennes les Bains

Gîte des Patiasses, very spacious, between Rennes le Château and Rennes les Bains

Couiza
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Couiza. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Rennes-le-Château Church and Musée ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
Great stay at Gite des Patiasses
"Really enjoyed our stay. The gite is situated in a picturesque spot in the hills above Couiza and was a good base for visiting the Cathar castles, local towns and villages. The gite was very clean and well equipped. We had plenty of space to relax in after our trips out, good garden area & barbecue. ..."

Reviewed on 9 Jul 2025

Gîte des Patiasses, very spacious, between Rennes le Château and Rennes les Bains
The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House

The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House

Pennautier
Stay at this cottage in Pennautier. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Écluse d'Herminis and Musée du Blason - Vitrail are ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (30 reviews)
Wonderful village and spot
"The owners were very communicative and helpful. It was easy to reach them and get suggestions and help. This was a cozy home and a highlight of our trip."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2025

The Cathar Cottage, Pennautier - Lovely, Traditional Village House
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Popular places to visit

Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne

Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne during your travels in Carcassonne. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
Aude Gate

Aude Gate

After visiting Aude Gate, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carcassonne. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Aude Gate
Puivert Castle

Puivert Castle

Learn about the local history of Puivert when you take a trip to Puivert Castle. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.

Puivert Castle
Basilica of Saint-Nazaire

Basilica of Saint-Nazaire

Learn about the local history of Carcassonne when you take a trip to Basilica of Saint-Nazaire. Stroll along the marina or experience the theatre scene in this relaxing area.

Basilica of Saint-Nazaire
Carcassonne featuring heritage architecture, landscape views and château or palace

Place Carnot

You can learn about the history of Carcassonne with a trip to Place Carnot. Amble around the area's marina or experience its theatre scene.

Place Carnot
Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse

Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse

Learn about the local history of Carcassonne when you take a trip to Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse
Photo "Couiza" by Angelescamez (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Angelescamez (CC BY-SA)

Couiza

Carcassonne featuring heritage architecture, landscape views and château or palace

Carcassonne

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