Il était 1 fois
In Piolenc, this hotel combines a garden, terrace and restaurant with air-conditioned rooms, continental or buffet breakfast and bicycle hire.
Il était 1 fois is a hotel in Piolenc with a garden, terrace and restaurant in the village. The rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. They also include a coffee machine and an electric kettle; several offer extra space or a terrace overlooking the inner courtyard.
Breakfast is served as a continental or buffet option. The restaurant serves meals on site, and children's menus and options for certain dietary requirements are available on request. Free Wi-Fi is available in the rooms. Private indoor parking with disabled access is available by reservation for €7 per day. Pets are allowed on request, and an additional charge may apply.
Bicycle hire lets you explore the area around Piolenc, among the villages of northern Vaucluse and the historic sites of Orange. Orange railway station is 6 km away. Depending on the room category, rooms accommodate two to five people, with configurations suited to couples or families.
Highlights
Room types
The five categories offer practical amenities for a stop in Vaucluse: air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine. Room sizes range from 12 to 24 m². Depending on the room, views are of the inner courtyard, and some accommodation includes a terrace or seating area. Rooms accommodate between two and five people.
The Family Double Room offers several bed configurations and can accommodate up to four people. The Double Room with Terrace has the most space, a private terrace and a walk-in shower. Courtyard-view rooms are available in a compact format, while the Superior Double Room adds a sofa and seating area. The Deluxe Double Room stands out for its very large double bed and private entrance. All categories have a private bathroom; an electric kettle and coffee machine are provided in the rooms.
Family Double Room
- Air conditioning
- Private bathroom
- Coffee machine
This 12 m² family room can accommodate up to four people and offers a configuration with one or two large double beds. It has a private entrance, a private bathroom with a shower or bath, and views of a quiet street. A kettle is provided for making hot drinks.
Double Room with Terrace
- Terrace
- Inner courtyard view
- Coffee machine
At 24 m², this is the most spacious room category and can accommodate up to five people. It opens onto a terrace overlooking the inner courtyard, a private outdoor space that sets it apart from rooms without a terrace. The bathroom has a walk-in shower, and the room has an extra-large double bed.
Double Room with Garden View
- Inner courtyard view
- Private bathroom
- Flat-screen TV
This 12 m² room accommodates two people in a large double bed. Its name refers to the garden, while the room's amenities overlook the inner courtyard. It has a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine, in a more compact layout than the 24 m² categories.
Superior Double Room
- Inner courtyard view
- Sofa
- Flat-screen TV
This 24 m² room stands out for its seating area with a sofa, a feature not found in the other categories. It can accommodate up to four people and has a large double bed, a private bathroom and views of the inner courtyard. The flat-screen TV completes the seating area.
Deluxe Double Room
- Inner courtyard view
- Private entrance
- Extra-large double bed
Measuring 21 m², this room can accommodate up to three people and has an extra-large double bed. Its private entrance sets it apart from the other categories; it overlooks the inner courtyard. It has a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and a coffee machine.
Hotel facilities & services
The garden, outdoor furniture and two terraces let you enjoy the open-air spaces. To explore the area at your own pace, the hotel offers bicycle hire, cycling tours, walking tours, as well as cycling and hiking activities. An indoor play area and board games or puzzles are also available. Air conditioning and heating are provided in the relevant areas, while a private entrance is among the room features.
The restaurant offers children's menus and menus for certain dietary requirements on request. There is a café on site, with wine and champagne also available. The indoor car park has access adapted for guests with reduced mobility. Rooms have a TV and internet access; they also include a private bathroom, free toiletries and a hairdryer. A kettle or coffee machine completes the available amenities.
General facilities
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun terrace
- Terrace
- Garden
- Bicycle hire
- Cycling tours
- Walking tours
- Water park
- Cycling
- Hiking
- Indoor play area
- Board games/puzzles
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Private entrance
Parking
- Indoor parking
- Parking with disabled access
Food & drink
- Café on site
- Wine/champagne
- Children's menus
- Special diet menus (on request)
- Restaurant
- Tea/coffee maker
Media & technology
- Flat-screen TV
- TV
- Internet
Room amenities
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Shower or bath
- Private bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
- Wardrobe or closet
- Coffee machine
- Electric kettle
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
Location & what to see
Piolenc is a village in northern Vaucluse, in the Rhône Valley, between Orange and Bollène. Its centre has village streets and old buildings, with the hills of the Uchaux massif in the nearby landscape. It suits travellers looking to explore the villages and heritage sites in the area, or to stop between destinations along the Rhône corridor. The pace is quieter than in neighbouring towns, and the main sites are easy to reach by car.
Orange is the region's main attraction: its remarkably well-preserved Roman Theatre hosts performances and bears witness to the city's Roman history. The Triumphal Arch is another reminder of this period. Orange railway station, 6 km away, serves the area. In Mornas, the medieval fortress overlooks the village and offers a route exploring its history. Heritage enthusiasts can also visit the Musée mémoire de la Nationale 7, dedicated to the old road and motoring culture. Piolenc village is easy to explore on foot, between the church, narrow streets and small squares.
Spring and autumn are pleasant seasons for walks and cycling, while Provençal summers often bring hot days, so plan outdoor visits for the morning or late afternoon. You can combine a visit to Mornas fortress with a trip to Orange, then end the day with a walk around the village. By car, neighbouring villages and Vaucluse's vineyard landscapes offer a variety of stops; plan trips to more distant sites with the distances and summer heat in mind.
What guests say
Travellers particularly appreciate the location and cleanliness, both of which receive very high ratings. Staff and room comfort also receive good scores.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a night at Il était 1 fois cost?
Rates at Il était 1 fois vary depending on the season, dates and room selected. You can check rates and availability for your dates.
How do you get to Il était 1 fois?
Il était 1 fois is in Piolenc, in Vaucluse. Nîmes-Alès-Camargue-Cévennes Airport is 52 km away. Orange railway station, 6 km away, is the closest station among the rail links mentioned in the area; Bollène–La Croisière station is 11 km away. Private indoor parking is available by reservation for €7 per day.
What is there to see near Il était 1 fois?
In Piolenc, Chapelle des Pénitents is 90 m away and Église Saint-Pierre is 100 m away. Musée mémoire de la Nationale 7 is 1,5 km away. Mornas Fortress, a medieval monument overlooking the village, is 4,0 km away. In Orange, the Roman Theatre is 6 km away and offers a chance to discover one of the region's major Roman monuments.
What breakfast is served at Il était 1 fois?
Il était 1 fois serves a continental or buffet breakfast. The restaurant also offers children's menus and menus for certain dietary requirements on request. The rooms have an electric kettle and a coffee machine.
Are pets allowed at Il était 1 fois?
Yes, Il était 1 fois allows pets on request. An additional charge may apply. Please contact the hotel before you arrive so that arrangements can be made for your pet's stay.
What are the check-in times at Il était 1 fois?
Check-in at Il était 1 fois is between 16:30 and 19:00. The hotel asks you to let it know your expected arrival time in advance. Check-out is between 7:30 and 10:30.
What rooms does Il était 1 fois offer for families?
Il était 1 fois offers a Family Double Room that can accommodate up to four people, as well as categories that can sleep up to five people. The rooms have a private bathroom and air conditioning; bed configurations depend on the category you choose.
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