Tarbes

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Tarbes which includes a city
Tarbes
Tarbes
Massey Garden which includes heritage elements as well as an individual female
Tarbes showing outdoor art

Learn about the Hussars and take the charming little train around the vast gardens in the Gateway to the Pyrenees.

Tarbes is a cultural and gastronomical hub full of architectural gems and religious structures. It is known across France for its spectacular gardens and as the birthplace of Marshal Ferdinand Foch, one of the nation’s most iconic military heroes. Stroll through the town center to piece together the culture and history of this fascinating town.

Among the town’s highlights is the Massey Garden, an enormous park adorned with buildings of English Imperial design. Ride the small train around the vast gardens to see its Orangerie and lake, where you might see ducks, geese and peacocks.l.

Snap photos of the impressive Massey Museum building. It showcases the region’s fine arts, its topography and the Hussars, a group of 18th-century cavalrymen who lived in the area.

Get your bearings in the spacious Place Marcadieu, a square that marks the town center. It has an elaborate fountain at its core and a covered market in the Halle Marcadieu that opens on Thursday mornings. Dine at a café or restaurant surrounding the square and try the local specialty of Tarbais beans in the cassoulet or garbure stews.

Admire the 17th-century classical façade of the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de la Sede. Enter the church and gaze up at its intricate vaulted ceiling. A few blocks west is the Mairie de Tarbes, the elegant city hall.

Expect hot summers and mild winters in this fairly wet region. In winter, explore the ski slopes of the Pyrenees Mountains, a half-hour drive away.

The town is located in the Hautes-Pyrénées department in the southwestern region of France. It is close to the Spanish border and just a 30-minute drive northeast from nearby Lourdes. Fly to the Tarbes – Lourdes Pyrénées Airport and drive north for 7 miles (11.3 kilometers) to reach the town. Get around by bus or rent a bike from the Place du Foirail.

Tarbes is a lively and fascinating commune based around a magnificent set of gardens.

Le Rex Hotel

Le Rex Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Cours Gambetta, Tarbes, Hautes-Pyrenees
The price is €113 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
€113
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Tarbes. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free train station pick-up. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
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"Good location, rooms comfortable, breakfast options limited"

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Kyriad Tarbes - Bastillac

Kyriad Tarbes - Bastillac

3 out of 5
Rue morane saulnier, ZI de Bastillac, Tarbes, Hautes-Pyrenees
The price is €51 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
€51
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Tarbes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cathedrale Notre-Dame de la Sede and Maurice ...
6.8/10 (285 reviews)
"Worn-down"

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025

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Premiere Classe Tarbes - Bastillac

Premiere Classe Tarbes - Bastillac

1 rue Morane Saulnier, ZI de Bastillac, Tarbes, Hautes-Pyrenees
The price is €37 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
€37
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Tarbes. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a garden. Popular attractions Cathedrale Notre-Dame de la Sede and Maurice Trelut Stadium ...
6.4/10 (311 reviews)
Super place! Nice people!!!
"Great place! Quiet, AC, comfortable, clean!"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2018

Premiere Classe Tarbes - Bastillac
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Comfort Aparthotel Lourdes Lorda

Comfort Aparthotel Lourdes Lorda

4 out of 5
18 Esplanade du Paradis, Lourdes, Hautes-Pyrenees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Lourdes. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (534 reviews)
"Easy access with clear instructions, despite arriving well after check in time. Room 204 was small with everything I needed. Slight disturbance with the bridge being worked on across the road."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

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Comfort Aparthotel Lourdes L'Acacia

Comfort Aparthotel Lourdes L'Acacia

3 out of 5
1 A Chemin de Lannedarré, Lourdes, Hautes-Pyrenees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified aparthotel in Lourdes. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (649 reviews)
Good hotel
"The hotel was clean and quiet, with a swimming pool. The kitchen was well-equipped — nothing was missing. The elevator is definitely a plus. I didn't pay extra for breakfast, but I found the price a bit too high. The only small downside was that we ran out of toilet paper after three nights — it ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul 2025

Comfort Aparthotel Lourdes L'Acacia
Appart'hôtel Saint Jean

Appart'hôtel Saint Jean

2 out of 5
1 Avenue Du Paradis, Lourdes, Hautes-Pyrenees
Book a stay at this business-friendly residence in Lourdes. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and free grocery shopping service. Popular attractions Basilica ...
7.8/10 Good! (578 reviews)
"Staff are friendly and helpful. Decor is tired. eg big dent in the door. No hairdryer in the bathroom and the gap is dangerously exposed. No place to lounge as instead of a sofa there are bunk beds!"

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2025

Appart'hôtel Saint Jean
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