Hôtel Les Remparts is a three-star town house hotel set within Beaune's medieval ramparts in the heart of the city, the wine capital of Burgundy in Bourgogne-Franche-Comté. The property occupies a 17th-century bourgeois mansion built against the original defensive walls of the city, and its rooms and suites are arranged around a quiet inner courtyard that provides a tranquil retreat from the bustling tourist centre. Rooms are individually decorated in a warm traditional Burgundian style with exposed beams, stone walls, and classic French furnishings. The hotel does not operate a dinner restaurant, but breakfast is served in the courtyard or dining room, and the surrounding streets contain some of Beaune's most celebrated dining addresses within a few minutes' walk. The Hôtel-Dieu, Beaune's most iconic monument, is three minutes on foot, as are the Marché aux Vins, the Athenaeum wine library, and the main wine merchants along Rue Carnot. The hotel has a small number of private courtyard parking spaces, an unusual advantage given the limited parking in Beaune's pedestrianised historic centre. Beaune SNCF station is approximately a 10-minute walk, with regional rail services to Dijon in 20 minutes and connections south to Chalon-sur-Saône and Lyon. Rates between €90 and €180 per night make Les Remparts one of the most affordable options for a centrally located Beaune stay, particularly well suited to wine enthusiasts who wish to walk to tasting rooms and attractions without relying on transport.
Highlights
- 17th-century town house hotel built against Beaune's medieval ramparts with a quiet inner courtyard
- Individually decorated rooms with exposed beams, stone walls, and traditional Burgundian furnishings
- Three-minute walk to the Hôtel-Dieu and Beaune's main wine-tasting rooms and merchants
- Private courtyard parking — rare in Beaune's heavily pedestrianised historic centre
- 10-minute walk to Beaune SNCF station with regular services to Dijon and Lyon
Tips for visiting
- Request a courtyard-facing room for maximum quiet; some street-facing rooms can be noisy in the evening.
- The hotel's central position allows guests to walk to virtually every attraction and restaurant in Beaune.
- Arrive by late afternoon to secure one of the limited courtyard parking spaces.
- During the Hospices de Beaune auction weekend in November the hotel fills months in advance — plan early.
- Ask at reception for a walking map of Beaune's historic centre wine trail, which passes close to the hotel.
Accessibility
The hotel occupies a historic 17th-century building with traditional staircases and uneven stone flooring in some areas. No lift is available throughout the property. Guests requiring ground-floor or step-free accommodation should contact the hotel before booking.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Hôtel Les Remparts have a restaurant?
The hotel serves breakfast but does not operate a lunch or dinner restaurant. Beaune's centre has dozens of restaurants within a short walk, from traditional Burgundian bistros to more formal wine-focused dining rooms.
Is parking available at the hotel?
The hotel has a small number of private courtyard parking spaces, available on a first-come basis. A public car park is also located close by on the edge of the old town.
How far is the Hôtel-Dieu from Les Remparts?
The Hôtel-Dieu, Beaune's celebrated 15th-century charitable hospital and most iconic building, is approximately three minutes on foot from the hotel.
Is this a good choice for a wine-focused trip to Burgundy?
Yes — the central Beaune location puts guests within walking distance of the Marché aux Vins, the Athenaeum wine library, Maison Bouchard and other major négociant cellars, and the Hôtel-Dieu. The Route des Grands Crus wine villages are a short drive or bicycle ride away.