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Our top choices for Besancon Old Town hotels

A courtyard with a fountain, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

1. Hôtel de Paris

Hôtel de Paris
3.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (517 reviews)
"Lovely, comfortable hotel right in the centre of Besançon. "
United Kingdom
richard
The price is AED 313
AED 358 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hôtel de Paris
A building with a sign reading "HOTEL DU NORD" and a storefront with a sign for "Japan."

2. Hôtel du Nord

Hôtel du Nord
2.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (157 reviews)
"Excellent old-style French hotel.Excellent room fan but really needed A/C. Breakfast excellent"
United Kingdom
Christopher
The price is AED 244
AED 277 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hôtel du Nord
A cozy reading area with bookshelves, leather armchairs, and unique pendant lighting.

3. Best Western Citadelle

Best Western Citadelle
3.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (743 reviews)
"Great location"
United States
Scott
The price is AED 279
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Citadelle
A fountain in an outdoor area with a building in the background.

4. ibis Besancon Centre Ville

ibis Besancon Centre Ville
3.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (404 reviews)
"The location was pefect and the staff - all the staff - were very welcoming and helpful."
United States
George
The price is AED 335
AED 381 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
ibis Besancon Centre Ville
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a small desk, and a wall-mounted picture.

5. Hotel Vauban

Hotel Vauban
3.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (224 reviews)
"Best place to stay in the city center!"
United States
George
The price is AED 379
AED 431 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Vauban
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, mirror, and decorative lights.

6. Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina
Besancon Old Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (100 reviews)
"Great stay, felt welcomed as usual. Awesome breakfast"
United Kingdom
CHEDIA
The price is AED 301
AED 348 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Hotel Regina
A modern interior with a central island, bar stools, and a kitchen area in the background.

7. ibis Besançon Centre La City

ibis Besançon Centre La City
3.0 star property
0.8 km from Besancon Old Town
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (888 reviews)
"Ideal location, modern clean hotel, great value"
United Kingdom
Simon
The price is AED 235
AED 272 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
ibis Besançon Centre La City
A modern hotel with a curved facade, multiple windows, and a well-lit entrance.

8. Comfort Aparthotel Besancon La City

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon La City
3.0 star property
0.9 km from Besancon Old Town
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (479 reviews)
"Great hotel and friendly service. Breakfast was good and only a short walk to the main part of town. "
Australia
Fulton
The price is AED 219
AED 254 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Nov - 22 Nov
Comfort Aparthotel Besancon La City
A room with two reclining chairs, a glass door leading outside, and a wall with a patterned design.

9. Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa

Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa
4.0 star property
1.3 km from Besancon Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (448 reviews)
"Easy onsite parking, clean room, convinient location"
United Kingdom
Heribert
The price is AED 388
AED 444 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa
A modern dining area with a wooden table, light grey upholstered chairs, and a large vase with flowers.

10. Mercure Besancon Parc Micaud

Mercure Besancon Parc Micaud
0.9 km from Besancon Old Town
7.6 out of 10, Good, (454 reviews)
"Employees were friendly, the breakfast rather very simple and very limited."
Switzerland
Robin
The price is AED 312
AED 360 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Mercure Besancon Parc Micaud
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11. ibis Styles Besançon

ibis Styles Besançon
3.0 star property
2.1 km from Besancon Old Town
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Quite place to stay"
United States
Gerard
The price is AED 311
AED 356 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
ibis Styles Besançon
A hotel with a modern design, a central courtyard with flowers, and a clear blue sky.

12. ibis budget Besancon Centre Gare

ibis budget Besancon Centre Gare
2.0 star property
1.3 km from Besancon Old Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (535 reviews)
"Good clean, basic accommodation at a reasonable price."
Canada
Jim
The price is AED 197
AED 225 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
ibis budget Besancon Centre Gare
A modern interior with a reception area, seating, and a bookshelf.

13. Best Western Hotel Fontaine Argent

Best Western Hotel Fontaine Argent
1.3 km from Besancon Old Town
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (170 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 AED 276
AED 318 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Best Western Hotel Fontaine Argent
A garden patio with wicker furniture, a swing set, and a pergola.

14. Chambre d'Hôtes La Villa Molina

Chambre d'Hôtes La Villa Molina
1.7 km from Besancon Old Town
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (39 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 AED 326
AED 365 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Nov - 6 Nov
Chambre d'Hôtes La Villa Molina
A seating area with wicker furniture and a glass table, surrounded by potted plants and a small tree.

15. Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge

Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge
3.0 star property
3.7 km from Besancon Old Town
7.8 out of 10, Good, (372 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 AED 179
AED 211 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge
A hotel room with two beds, a large abstract wall art, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of the outdoors through sheer curtains.

16. B&B HOTEL Besançon Valentin

B&B HOTEL Besançon Valentin
3.0 star property
5.7 km from Besancon Old Town
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (222 reviews)
"Super fresh, easy to book and check in no matter time of the day, great location to a good price. We always look at B&B first when we are out on the roads, the very best chain."
Sweden
Johanna
The price is AED 317
AED 362 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Nov - 15 Nov
B&B HOTEL Besançon Valentin
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a floral wall mural, and a door with a sign.

17. Aux Ateliers

Aux Ateliers
4.0 star property
5.9 km from Besancon Old Town
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (94 reviews)
"…………………………………………………………………."
Canada
Frederick
The price is AED 317
AED 367 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Aux Ateliers
A garden with a variety of flowers including yellow and purple blooms, surrounded by green foliage.

18. Premiere Classe Besancon - Ecole Valentin

Premiere Classe Besancon - Ecole Valentin
1.0 star property
4.4 km from Besancon Old Town
7.4 out of 10, Good, (602 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 AED 164
AED 188 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Premiere Classe Besancon - Ecole Valentin
A modern café with a wooden table, black chairs, and a bright yellow accent wall.

19. hotelF1 Besancon Micropolis

hotelF1 Besancon Micropolis
3.8 km from Besancon Old Town
5.0 out of 10, (160 reviews)
"Awful stay. Room was dirty - floors, table, chairs, cockroach in the room, bathrooms were unsanitary "
United Kingdom
Amy
The price is AED 119
AED 138 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
hotelF1 Besancon Micropolis
A hotel with outdoor wicker furniture, a modern bedroom with a bed and desk, and a building with a pathway.

20. Hotel Campanile Besancon Nord - Ecole Valentin

Hotel Campanile Besancon Nord - Ecole Valentin
3.0 star property
5.3 km from Besancon Old Town
7.6 out of 10, Good, (446 reviews)
"Bog standard camponile. Value for money"
United Kingdom
Dale
The price is AED 218
AED 253 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Campanile Besancon Nord - Ecole Valentin
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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Compare top hotels in Besancon Old Town

A courtyard with a fountain, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

Hôtel de Paris

3.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
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A building with a sign reading "HOTEL DU NORD" and a storefront with a sign for "Japan."

Hôtel du Nord

2.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
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A cozy reading area with bookshelves, leather armchairs, and unique pendant lighting.

Best Western Citadelle

3.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
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A fountain in an outdoor area with a building in the background.

ibis Besancon Centre Ville

3.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
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A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a small desk, and a wall-mounted picture.

Hotel Vauban

3.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
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9.0
Wonderful
517 reviews
8.6
Excellent
157 reviews
8.6
Excellent
743 reviews
8.6
Excellent
404 reviews
9.0
Wonderful
224 reviews
The price is AED 313
AED 358 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The price is AED 244
AED 277 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
The price is AED 279
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
The price is AED 335
AED 381 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The price is AED 379
AED 431 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • Yes, Parking
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  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet friendly
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  • Yes, Parking
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  • No Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • Yes, Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking
  • No Breakfast included
  • No Pool
  • No Spa
  • No Pet friendly
  • Yes, WiFi included
  • No Parking

Hotels recommended for families in Besancon Old Town

A cozy reading area with bookshelves, leather armchairs, and unique pendant lighting.

Best Western Citadelle

Best Western Citadelle
3.0 star property
Besancon Old Town
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (743)
The price is AED 279
AED 320 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Best Western Citadelle

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Top Besancon Old Town Hotel Reviews

Best Western Citadelle

Best Western Citadelle

8/10 Good
"Good Location, Good Breakfast, Limited Parking, Helpful staff"
Iain 1-night trip
Posted 12 days ago
Best Western Citadelle

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Besancon Old Town?
Besancon Old Town is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its riverfront and restaurants. Be sure to check out Hotel de Ville and Besancon Citadel as part of your Besancon Old Town travel plans.
What's the best accommodation in Besancon Old Town?
Based on our traveler data, Best Western Citadelle is one of the top choices for your stay in Besancon Old Town. This hotel offers free WiFi and a 24-hour business center. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Hôtel du Nord and ibis Besancon Centre Ville.
How many hotels will I be able to find in Besancon Old Town?
If you're searching for places to stay in Besancon, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 25 Besancon Old Town hotels and other accommodations to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Besancon Old Town, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view top deals in Besancon Old Town.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Besancon Old Town?
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What are the top things to see and do in Besancon Old Town?
Besancon Citadel, Palais Granvelle, and House of Victor Hugo are some local landmarks to explore in Besancon Old Town. Hotel de Ville and Musée des Beaux-Arts et d'Archéologie are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. A few places to visit in the area around Besancon Old Town include Time museum of Besançon, Fortifications of Vauban, and House of the Lumière Brothers. While you're out sightseeing in Besancon, be sure to visit other sights like Horloge Astronomique or City of Arts.