The hotel was originally built as a large private house in the 16th century. It was converted into a hotel in 1799 and has been mentioned in the Michelin Guide since 1900. Napoleon Bonaparte used to stay here when travelling in the South of France. The luxurious renovations made in 1740 gave the hotel a palatial feel which has charmed many historic figures down the ages Alphonse de Lamartine, Victor Hugo, Charles Dickens, Salvador Dali, Pablo Picasso, Orson Welles, Charlie Chaplin, Jacqueline Kennedy, etc. Thanks to this important inheritance, guests will be able to appreciate antique furniture and beautiful works of art throughout the hotel. La Vieille Fontaine is one of the few Michelin-starred restaurants in Avignon. Either in our 18th century woodwork dining room with paintings from the early 20th century or in the beautiful courtyard, under a plane tree which is more than 200 years old, guest will discover the creative cooking of Provencal traditional dishes, with a special Mediterranean twist. The hotel offers an excellent selection of wines which includes many famous labels, as well as a large choice of original French wines. Medium - 2 groups Historic Other amenities/ services Internet via television Air conditioning Satellite television Mini bar Earliest check-in at 14 00 1 lift Porterage 24 hour Room service 24 hour Baby sitting Business centre Disabled facilities
The hotel is conveniently located in the centre of Avignon. Local places of interest including Place de l Horloge, Avignon Convention Centre and Palais des Papes are at walking distance. 66 kms to the nearest airport (marseille provence airport) 5 km to the nearest station (avignon tgv railway station )
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