Tours

Located in the heart of the Loire Valley, Tours is a welcoming and vibrant city which still has a small-town atmosphere. Tours makes an excellent base for visiting the magnificent chateaux in the area, including Villandry and Chenonceau, Excursions to all the chateaux can easily be booked at the Tourist Office, other local attractions include the Musee des Vins, the splendid Cathedral and the former Bishop's Palace.

EXCURSIONS:  Prices start at 19€ for a half day rising to 50€ for a full day excursion. Mainly in air conditionned minibuses which carry between 2 & 8 people so provided you are not on your own you are guaranteed that the excusrions will operate.

Central Hotel

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3 stars

Located in the very centre of Tours but in a quiet setting just a stone's throw from the Cathedral and close to the old town and the main shopping centre. Within walking distance of the station.

Formerly a convent, the attractive garden and large reception rooms make for a welcoming and relaxing base from which to explore. There is a sitting/TV room, bar and breakfast room. The 38 rooms are with bath and shower, telephone, TV and minibar, 4th floor rooms are airconditioned. Buffet breakfast ( taken in the garden in summer).

One child under 12 stays free if sharing with parents. Triple room reduction: £15

Central Hotel
Central Hotel Prices
Dates 1 Nov 09 - 31 Mar 10
1 Nov - 31 Dec 10
1 Jul - 31 Aug 10 1 Apr - 30 Jun 10
1 Sep - 31 Oct 10
No. of Nights 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sgl Nt 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sng Nt 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sng Nt
Price (£) 407 495 582 87 48 413 502 592 90 49 424 515 606 91 50
Terms Prices per person in £GBP and include Eurostar and TGV. Hotel Supplements may also apply and will be advised on booking. Check 1st class and peak travel supplements here.

Hotel de l'Univers-Tours

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4 stars

Located in the heart of the city just ten minutes walk from the station and tourist office.

 

Since opening in 1846 this world-renowned hotel has welcomed politicians, personalities and stars who have much appreciated its discretion and hospitality in the finest of French traditions. There is an immense galleried lounge, fine restaurant and cosy bar. All 85 rooms are air-conditioned, en suite with hairdryer, cable TV, wifi, minibar and trouser presses. Buffet breakfast.

Reduction in April: £16, triple room reduction: £6

Hotel de l'Univers-Tours
Hotel de l'Univers-Tours Prices
Dates 1 Nov 09 - 31 Mar 10
1 Nov - 31 Dec 10
1 Jul - 31 Aug 10 1 Apr - 30 Jun 10
1 Sep - 31 Oct 10
No. of Nights 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sgl Nt 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sng Nt 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sng Nt
Price (£) 436 532 629 97 58 464 570 676 106 66 519 640 761 121 81
Terms Prices per person in £GBP and include Eurostar and TGV. Hotel Supplements may also apply and will be advised on booking. Check 1st class and peak travel supplements here.

Relais St Eloi

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2 stars

This modern hotel successfully combines old fashioned values with the latest facilities, including a pleasant lounge bar and an excellent restaurant. 

Just a few minutes walk from the old town of Tours, and upon request the hosts are happy to organise visits to local cellars for guided tours and tastings. All 57 rooms have bath, shower and WC, TV, telephone and hairdryer. Buffet breakfast is included.

One child under 12 stays free if sharing with parents.

Midweek supplement: £5. Triple room reduction: £12, Quadruple: £16

Relais St Eloi
Relais St Eloi Prices
Dates 1 Nov 09 - 31 Mar 10
1 Nov - 31 Dec 10
1 Jul - 31 Aug 10 1 Apr - 30 Jun 10
1 Sep - 31 Oct 10
No. of Nights 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sgl Nt 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sng Nt 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sng Nt
Price (£) 244 285 326 41 23 248 290 332 42 24 254 298 341 43 24
Terms Prices per person in £GBP and include Eurostar and TGV. Hotel Supplements may also apply and will be advised on booking. Check 1st class and peak travel supplements here.