Hôtel Le Castellan

The rooms at Hôtel Le Castellan are air-conditioned and all have a private bathroom, a desk and bed linen. The three categories comprise rooms measuring 25 or 28 m², for two or three people. The Classic Triple Room is the most spacious and can accommodate one more person than the two double-room categories.

The bathrooms have a bath and a shower, with free toiletries in some rooms. The Twin Room with Private Bathroom stands out for its soundproofing. Bed configurations vary: some rooms offer a large double bed or two single beds, while the triple room has one single bed and one large double bed. Each room is also listed as having a private swimming pool. Heating and an alarm clock or wake-up service are among the amenities available in several categories.

Hôtel Le Castellan has an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and several places to sit outside, including a sun terrace. Another terrace and a shared lounge with a TV offer places to relax indoors or outdoors. The bar and on-site café add to the communal spaces. Continental breakfast can be served in your room.

Free public parking is available nearby, and water sports facilities are offered on site. Fishing is also available in Istres and the surrounding area. The hotel provides daily housekeeping, a concierge service and express check-in and check-out. The rooms are air-conditioned and non-smoking; free Wi-Fi is available in some rooms. Sun loungers and parasols are also provided around the pool. Pets are allowed on request at no extra charge.

Istres is in Bouches-du-Rhône, between Étang de Berre and the open landscapes of the Crau plain. The centre combines shopping streets, shady squares and traces of its Provençal history. The town has a more peaceful pace than the large coastal cities, with walks by the water and green spaces in town. It can suit travellers curious about inland Provence as well as those who want to alternate urban sightseeing with trips into nature.

Porte d’Arles and Notre-Dame de Beauvoir Church offer a glimpse of the town centre’s heritage. Théâtre de l’Olivier adds to local cultural life, while the promontory offers a viewpoint over the surrounding area. Istres railway station is 570 m from the hotel. For a trip to the water’s edge, Romaniquette Beach is 1.2 km away; paths and parks also let you explore the shoreline on foot. The former Poudrerie Royale de Saint-Chamas, 5.2 km away, is a distinctive natural and heritage site. Marseille-Provence Airport is 18 km from the hotel.

Warm weather is ideal for walks along the Étang, water sports and breaks in the shade. In summer, plan walks for the cooler parts of the day and enjoy the evening light by the water. In spring and autumn, milder temperatures are well suited to trips to Saint-Chamas or the landscapes of the Crau. You could start the day by exploring the historic centre, continue with a walk near Romaniquette and finish by Étang de Berre.