“'Slow tourism' is at the heart of this boutique hotel in Toulouse. The hotel's central location makes it the perfect base for local sightseeing, and bikes are available to help guests explore the city in an eco-friendly way. Start the day with a fresh, locally sourced breakfast before setting out.”
“'Slow tourism' is at the heart of this boutique hotel in Toulouse. The hotel's central location makes it the perfect base for local sightseeing, and bikes are available to help guests explore the city in an eco-friendly way. Start the day with a fresh, locally sourced breakfast before setting out.”
Hotel Review
If you are looking for a centrally located, (two minutes to the Place de Capitole), family run 3 star hotel in Toulouse, the Albert 1er is where to stay. Staff are friendly, quite obviously enjoy their job and are ever helpful - restaurant recommendations, sights to see, picnics to arrange, bikes to hire - nothing is too much trouble. Bedrooms are well put together and comfortable, plenty of hanging space, good quality linen, reasonable lighting and air conditioning. Go for the superior rooms with their high ceilings and extra space in the room and bathroom. Breakfast is ultra fresh and seasonal with an emphasis on local natural prodcts, honey from the Ariege, bread from the Aveyron, yoghurt from Haute Garonne - all chosen with care. If by chance you miss breakfast, you can always stroll to the Marche Victor Hugo (not Mondays) which is buzzing with cafes and restaurants. Afterwards visit the Marche, the beating heart of Toulouse's foodie scene to see and buy the best of the region - meat, fish, charcuterie, patisseries, fruit, vegetables, all fresh as fresh can be and displayed to tempt.
Written by Hugh Graham-Watson
Recommended For
- Local exploring
- This hotel is the perfect starting point for local exploring in Toulouse, with the city's top attractions located close by
- City Style
- Set in the heart of Toulouse in a pretty, period property, this hotel has lots of local city charm
- Families
- Family rooms are great value for parents travelling with children
- Sights nearby
- Walk to the impressive Place du Capitole and its Théâtre du Capitole opera house, one of the most famous landmarks in the city
- Cycling
- Discover the pretty parks and lively streets of downtown Toulouse on a city ride, with bikes available for all the family
- Sailing
- Take an excursion on a barge along the Canal du Midi; enquire at the hotel for help with booking
- Disabled access
- This hotel has a Tourism and Handicap Label, meaning it meets an approved standard of accessibility
- No restaurant
- Breakfast and room service are available
- Family Suites
- Romantic
- Intimate
- Contemporary
- Child friendly
- Chic
- Boutique
- Townhouse
Facilities
- Parking
- Public parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible) and charges are applicable
- Disabled access
- This hotel has a Tourism and Handicap Label, meaning it meets an approved standard of accessibility
- No restaurant
- Breakfast and room service are available
- Concierge
- Safe
- Family Suites
- Airport transfer
- No pets
- Bicycle hire
- Wifi
- Air conditioning
- Room service
- Child friendly
Activities
- Sights nearby
- Walk to the impressive Place du Capitole and its Théâtre du Capitole opera house, one of the most famous landmarks in the city
- Cycling
- Discover the pretty parks and lively streets of downtown Toulouse on a city ride, with bikes available for all the family
- Sailing
- Take an excursion on a barge along the Canal du Midi; enquire at the hotel for help with booking
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Toulouse City Guide
Right in the centre on rue Rivals, this reasonably priced family-run hotel makes a great base. It rents out bikes for €5 a day and can organise a baking course for guests at the patisserie school next door.
Originally published by The Guardian (view article)
