Mercure Angoulême - Hôtel de France ****

The Mercure Angoulême - Hôtel de France is housed in a historic building in the heart of the city centre, opposite the Halles Centrales and right next to the old town. The hotel has 89 rooms and offers a range of room types, including Privilege rooms, family rooms and suites. The décor combines contemporary elements with cinema-inspired touches and references to comic books. A private garden and dedicated meeting spaces round off the facilities.

We love

• The central location, opposite Les Halles and close to the old town.
• The historic building and the décor featuring references to cinema and comic books.
• The choice of room categories, including family rooms and suites.
• The private garden offering panoramic views of the city.
• The ‘Accueil Vélo’ certified facilities, with secure bike parking.

The experience

The property is particularly well-suited to a stay exploring Angoulême thanks to its location right in the city centre. Its proximity to Les Halles and the old town means the main tourist areas are easily accessible on foot. The hotel also caters to the needs of business travellers with its meeting spaces and can accommodate families thanks to several room categories that can sleep up to four people.

Capacity and layout

• 89 rooms
• Accommodation capacity: 201 guests
• Double rooms with queen-size or king-size beds
• Privilege rooms with a view of the park
• Deluxe rooms with garden views
• Family rooms
• Suites
• Some rooms can accommodate up to 4 people.

The guide’s tip

For a holiday in Angoulême, opt for a room overlooking the park whenever this category is available: it allows you to enjoy a more open setting whilst remaining in the heart of the city.