Hôtel Splendid

Hôtel Splendid is a two-star budget hotel at 17 Rue Agricol Perdiguier in the western part of Avignon's old town, in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region of France. The street is close to the Place Crillon and the stretch of medieval ramparts that overlooks the Rhône, so the hotel sits between the river side of the city and the central pedestrian streets. The Palais des Papes is a walk of roughly ten to fifteen minutes, and the Place de l'Horloge is similarly close. The Avignon Centre railway station is reachable on foot in about fifteen to twenty minutes, or by a short taxi ride. The surroundings are quieter than the main shopping streets, which suits travellers who want a central address without the busiest foot traffic. The hotel is a simple, functional property that suits independent travellers, couples and cyclists exploring Provence on a budget. Rooms are offered as Single Rooms and Double Rooms, with air conditioning and wifi, an important feature in the hot summer months. Typical rates are about EUR 55 to EUR 95 per night, increasing during the July Festival d'Avignon when inexpensive rooms are scarce. The hotel has no restaurant, spa or pool, so guests eat at nearby bistros and cafés, many of which serve regional dishes such as daube, tapenade and local rosé wines. A short walk leads to the riverside, the Pont Saint-Bénézet viewpoint and the Rocher des Doms gardens, which offer views over the Rhône toward Villeneuve-lès-Avignon. Reception staff can help with local advice on transport, car parks and excursions to the Luberon, Arles and the Pont du Gard.