Mercure Pont d’Avignon Centre

The rooms are available in five categories, from the Double Room and Twin Room to the Privilege and Superior Rooms with a sofa bed, as well as the suite. The first four room categories described have air conditioning, a private bathroom, a flat-screen TV and soundproofed windows. These rooms range from 14 to 17 m² and accommodate two or three people, depending on the category.

The views vary from room to room: some overlook the garden, while the Twin Room overlooks the city. The Privilege Room combines a balcony with a coffee machine and minibar; the Superior Room with Sofa Bed also has a sofa. The Double Room has a large bed, while the Twin Room has two single beds. The suite completes the range and can accommodate up to three people. The features specific to each category let you choose between a standard layout and a space with an extra bed.

The restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine made with local, seasonal produce. A bar, an on-site café and a snack bar offer several ways to take a break, while children's menus and special diet menus are available on request. Breakfast can also be served in your room; options include continental and American choices as well as a buffet.

The terrace and garden provide outdoor spaces, and the fitness centre is accessible around the clock. The 24-hour reception provides a concierge service and luggage storage. The indoor public car park is paid and includes an electric vehicle charging station; it cannot be reserved. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel. Pets are allowed on request, possibly for an extra charge.

Avignon is best explored in its historic centre, enclosed by ramparts and filled with old lanes, lively squares and grand stone façades. The area around Rue Ferruce combines medieval heritage with city life: you can explore the old town on foot, stop in a shaded square and take time to admire the monuments. The nearby Rhône also offers a different perspective on the city and its surroundings.

Pont Saint-Bénézet, known as the Pont d’Avignon, recalls the history of crossings over the river. The Palace of the Popes towers over the neighbouring streets and bears witness to the city’s important role in the Middle Ages. The Rocher des Doms garden has paths and views over the Rhône, while the Petit Palais Museum displays medieval and Renaissance paintings and sculptures. Avignon-Centre railway station is 1.2 km away; once in the centre, the main sights are easy to reach on foot.

You can start the day with a visit to the Palace of the Popes, continue through the narrow streets and finish at the Rocher des Doms to enjoy the scenery. In summer, Avignon hosts its theatre festival, turning venues and streets into places for performances; the city is especially lively at this time. Spring and autumn are good seasons for walks around the centre and visits to museums, with generally milder temperatures. To discover more of Provence, you can also plan trips from Avignon to the region’s villages and landscapes.