Maison Boussingault

Maison Boussingault offers two double rooms, both air-conditioned and with a private bathroom. They share several amenities: a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a minibar, a kettle, a desk and a terrace overlooking the inner courtyard. Each room accommodates up to two people and has one extra-large double bed.

The two room types differ in size and bathroom facilities. The Deluxe Double Room with Shower measures 18 m² and has a shower or a bath. The Deluxe Double Room with Bath offers 22 m² and includes both a bath and a shower. Descriptions of both rooms mention a terrace overlooking the courtyard, while their amenities include a patio and an interior view. You can choose between a more compact room with a shower and a more spacious room with a bath, with the same capacity in both.

The outdoor spaces include a patio and a sun terrace with outdoor furniture. A solarium and sun loungers add to these facilities. Indoors, air conditioning, heating and soundproofed rooms help make the spaces comfortable. The floors are tiled or marble, and a private entrance and access keys make it easy to reach the rooms.

Practical facilities include a vending machine for snacks, laundry facilities and fax and photocopying services. Private check-in and check-out are available, with an express option. The rooms have a flat-screen TV, cable and satellite channels, streaming services, a radio and internet access. In the bathroom, you’ll find towels, bed linen, free toiletries and a hairdryer. An electric kettle, a desk and a power socket near the bed are also provided.

Avignon stretches along the left bank of the Rhône, behind medieval ramparts that still mark the boundaries of the old town. Its narrow streets lead to shaded squares, townhouses and museums housed in former residences. The city suits visitors who enjoy alternating between heritage, exhibitions and walks, without needing to drive for every outing. In summer, the festival brings the streets and performance venues to life; the rest of the year, markets and museums give the days a quieter pace.

From Maison Boussingault, Avignon-Centre station is 400 m away and Avignon TGV station is 2.9 km away. The Palace of the Popes, a vast Gothic palace linked to the history of the papacy in the 14th century, is open to visitors, who can explore its halls and courtyards. Pont Saint-Bénézet, known from the song “Sur le pont d’Avignon”, retains four arches above the Rhône and offers a walk with views of the river. Collection Lambert presents contemporary art in two townhouses, while Musée Calvet houses art and archaeology collections.

For a first visit, spend the morning at the Palace of the Popes, then explore the streets around Place de l’Horloge and head to the bridge at the end of the day. Summer evenings are lively, but temperatures can be high; the mistral sometimes blows through the Rhône valley. Spring and early autumn often bring pleasant conditions for exploring monuments and museums on foot. A trip beyond the ramparts can round off your stay with a chance to discover Provençal landscapes and nearby villages.