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Best Western Plus Hôtel de France Angers

  • Price€€ — from €85 / approx USD 93 per night
  • CategoryMid Range
  • Rating★ 4.3

Best Western Plus Hôtel de France Angers stands at 8 Place de la Gare in central Angers, directly facing the main railway station and placing guests at the practical gateway to Maine-et-Loire's cultural and gastronomic landscape.

Best Western Plus Hôtel de France Angers

Best Western Plus Hôtel de France Angers stands at 8 Place de la Gare in central Angers, directly facing the main railway station and placing guests at the practical gateway to Maine-et-Loire's cultural and gastronomic landscape. Angers, the historic capital of the Anjou province and a major city in Pays de la Loire, is celebrated for the Apocalypse Tapestry housed in the Château d'Angers — among the largest surviving medieval tapestries in the world — for its Loire valley wine country spanning the Anjou and Saumur appellations, and for its role as a leading centre of horticultural innovation. The hotel's position at the station forecourt makes it particularly efficient for travellers arriving by TGV from Paris (under two hours), Tours, or Nantes. Standard, superior, and suite rooms are furnished to the Best Western Plus brand standard, offering reliable comfort at a competitive mid-range price point. The on-site restaurant provides French regional cuisine for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, drawing on Anjou specialities including rillettes, mushroom dishes from the region's famous cave-grown mushroom farms, and Loire valley wines. A bar serves drinks and lighter fare throughout the day. Meeting rooms make the property a functional base for small to medium corporate groups visiting the Angers business community. On-site parking is a practical asset given the hotel's busy urban-fringe position. From the hotel, the Château d'Angers and its medieval towered ramparts are approximately twenty minutes' walk along the main avenue, as is the historic city centre with its cathedral, half-timbered buildings, and the Maison Adam, one of France's best-preserved Renaissance houses. Angers is also the starting point for the Loire à Vélo cycling trail, which traces the river westward toward the Atlantic coast. The Best Western Plus brand's loyalty scheme, Best Western Rewards, allows frequent guests to accumulate points redeemable across the global network. The combination of station-front convenience, reliable amenities, and competitive pricing makes this property a practical choice in the Angers accommodation market.

Room types

  • standard room
  • superior room
  • suite

Amenities

  • WiFi
  • restaurant
  • bar
  • parking
  • meeting rooms

Location

8 Place de la Gare, 49000 Angers

47.4616, -0.5560 View on map

Highlights

  • Station-front location at Place de la Gare for direct TGV access to Paris in under two hours
  • On-site restaurant featuring Anjou regional specialities and Loire valley wines
  • Meeting rooms suited to small and medium corporate groups visiting Angers
  • Gateway position for exploring the Château d'Angers and the Loire valley wine country
  • Best Western Rewards loyalty programme points earned on all stays

Tips for visiting

  • Request a room facing away from the station forecourt for a quieter night's sleep
  • The Château d'Angers, housing the world-famous Apocalypse Tapestry, is approximately a 20-minute walk from the hotel
  • Angers' cave mushroom farms (champignonnières) are a unique local attraction; ask at the front desk for visiting options
  • The Loire à Vélo cycling trail begins effectively at Angers — cycle hire is available in the city for those exploring by bike
  • During the Festival Premiers Plans film festival (January), the hotel fills quickly; advance booking is recommended

Accessibility

The hotel is located at street level on Place de la Gare with step-free access from the pavement. Lift access is available to upper guest floors. Guests with wheelchair or mobility requirements should contact the hotel when booking to confirm which room categories are accessible.

Frequently asked questions

Is the hotel well connected to TGV services?

The hotel is situated directly opposite Gare d'Angers-Saint-Laud, which offers TGV services to Paris Montparnasse in under two hours, and regional connections to Nantes, Tours, and Le Mans.

Does the hotel have parking?

On-site parking is available at the hotel, a practical feature given the busy urban setting adjacent to the main railway station.

What regional cuisine does the restaurant serve?

The restaurant focuses on Anjou and Loire valley produce, with dishes featuring rillettes, cave-grown mushrooms, local fish from the Loire, and wines from the Anjou and Saumur appellations.

Is the hotel suitable for a base to explore Loire valley châteaux?

Angers is well positioned for châteaux visits along the Loire. Saumur is approximately 50 km east by car or train, and the broader Anjou and Touraine château corridor is accessible as a series of day trips.

Are meeting facilities available at the hotel?

The hotel offers meeting rooms suited to small and medium-sized groups. Contact the events team in advance to confirm capacity, equipment, and catering arrangements.

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