Hôtel Ariane

Hôtel Ariane offers five room categories, from the Standard Single Room to the Presidential Room, as well as Comfort rooms and a Double Room. Rooms range from 20 to 26 m². The Standard Single Room accommodates one person, while the other categories can sleep up to two guests. All have a private bathroom, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

The differences include the floor area, bed configuration and the bathtub available in several categories. The Comfort Double Room can be set up with one large double bed or two single beds. The Presidential Room has one single bed and one large double bed, while the Comfort Single Room has a double bed. Rooms are soundproofed, and some also have additional amenities such as a safe or a desk.

The communal areas bring together a range of facilities for relaxation and practical needs. You can enjoy the garden, terraces, outdoor furniture and picnic area. Barbecue facilities are also available, while table tennis and the solarium offer more ways to unwind. The 24-hour reception and luggage storage make it easier to organise your arrival and departure.

For business stays, the hotel has a business centre as well as meeting and reception rooms. Daily housekeeping, laundry and dry-cleaning services are available. The on-site café, bar and in-room breakfast add to the dining options; wine and champagne can also be served. Guests will also find a tea- and coffee-making machine. Accessible facilities, pet bowls and fitness equipment complete the services.

Istres is a Provençal town in Bouches-du-Rhône, near the Étang de Berre and between the natural areas of the Camargue and the Alpilles. Its centre combines shopping streets, squares and historic buildings, while residential districts extend towards the shore and leisure areas. The town suits travellers who want to combine walks by the water, heritage visits and excursions through Mediterranean landscapes.

Romaniquette Beach, 2.5 km away, gives you access to the shores of the Étang for a break by the water. In the centre, Porte d’Arles and Notre-Dame de Beauvoir Church offer a glimpse of the local heritage. Istres railway station is 1.6 km away and connects the town to the regional rail network. The village of Miramas-le-Vieux, 8 km away, is worth visiting for its old lanes and views over the Étang de Berre. The Pourra Nature Reserve – domaine du Ranquet, 5.2 km away, offers walks through wetlands and garrigue landscapes.

You can divide your days between swimming, walks around town and trips to the Alpilles or the Camargue. In summer, the Provençal heat makes outdoor activities in the morning and late afternoon a good option; spring and autumn are well suited to walks and sightseeing. A car makes it easier to explore the natural areas and nearby towns, while Istres and Rassuen railway stations offer alternatives for some journeys. You can combine a stay in town with discovering the landscapes around the Étang and inland Provence.