Mercure Orange Centre A7/A9

All rooms have air conditioning, a private bathroom and a flat-screen TV. The Classic Rooms are available with a double bed or two single beds; a family category has a very large double bed. The Privilege Double Room stands out for its bathrobes, slippers and coffee machine. Minibars are available in all categories.

Both suites overlook the garden and pool and have a seating area, minibar and coffee machine. The 42 m² suite includes a bath and a shower, while the 32 m² Junior Suite has a shower or a bath. Each has a large double bed and a sofa bed. The Classic Rooms and the Privilege category measure 21 m². All rooms share a private bathroom and air conditioning.

The restaurant and bar offer several ways to enjoy a meal or take a break on site. Breakfast can be served in your room, with continental, gluten-free and buffet options. There is also a snack bar, children’s menus and menus for specific dietary requirements. A kettle and coffee machine are provided among the dining amenities.

The garden and terraces let you enjoy the outdoor spaces. You’ll also find luggage storage, a 24-hour reception and room service. You can hire bicycles, take part in local culture tours or classes, and follow walking or cycling routes. The hotel has an indoor play area, facilities for guests with reduced mobility and a car park with an electric vehicle charging station. Pets are allowed, possibly for an additional charge.

Orange is a town in the Vaucluse, in the Rhône Valley, where Roman heritage sits alongside the streets of a lively Provençal centre. Its remarkably well-preserved Ancient Theatre gives the town a distinctive identity; squares, old façades and markets create a southern French atmosphere. The town suits history enthusiasts, travellers crossing the valley and those wishing to explore the surrounding vineyards and villages.

The Ancient Theatre and Triumphal Arch are reminders of Orange’s importance in Roman times. The Museum of Art and History completes the visit with collections devoted to local history. Notre-Dame Cathedral is also in the old town. Orange station, 2.5 km away, connects the town with other destinations in the region; the A7 and A9 make it easy to travel by car. Nîmes-Alès-Camargue-Cévennes Airport is 50 km away. The fresh produce market is a chance to discover local produce and the town’s daily life.

In spring and autumn, the temperatures make walks through the centre and excursions among the Vaucluse vineyards pleasant. In summer, Orange hosts the Chorégies, a lyric arts festival associated with the Ancient Theatre; performances offer a special opportunity to discover the monument at dusk. You could start the day by visiting the Roman remains, continue through the town centre and finish with a Provençal meal. Orange’s position in the Rhône Valley also makes it easy to plan trips to the surrounding villages, heritage sites and vineyards.