Hôtel La Cruche d'Or

Hôtel La Cruche d'Or is a two-star hotel on Rue des Tonneliers, in the cathedral area of Strasbourg's Grande Île, in France's Grand Est region. Rue des Tonneliers, the Coopers' Street, is a narrow lane of old half-timbered buildings close to the Place du Marché aux Cochons de Lait and the cathedral, which is about a five-minute walk away. The Musée de l'Œuvre Notre-Dame, the Maison Kammerzell and the Palais Rohan museums are close by, and the Petite France canals are roughly ten minutes on foot. The central railway station is around 15 minutes' walk, with tram stops on the island for a quicker ride. The location puts nearly all of the old town's major sights within a short stroll. Accommodation is listed as double and twin rooms with wifi, in the straightforward style of a two-star hotel. The available data does not give room sizes, decor or bathroom details, so these should be confirmed at booking. A restaurant, spa and pool are not listed; breakfast and meals are usually taken in the surrounding lanes, which are full of winstubs, bakeries and cafés offering tarte flambée, choucroute and Alsace wines. At €60-€130 per night the hotel falls in the budget-to-moderate band for the cathedral area, which appeals to independent travellers, couples and students on a limited budget. Rates rise during the Christmas market season and when the European Parliament is in session. Service is informal, with reception able to help with directions, museum hours and excursions along the Alsace Wine Route. The lane is pedestrian or restricted, so drivers should check parking arrangements with the hotel before arrival.