Tours

Located in the heart of the Loire Valley, Tours is a welcoming and vibrant city which still has a small-town atmosphere. Tours makes an excellent base for visiting the magnificent chateaux in the area, including Villandry and Chenonceau, Excursions to all the chateaux can easily be booked at the Tourist Office, other local attractions include the Musee des Vins, the splendid Cathedral and the former Bishop's Palace.

EXCURSIONS:  Prices start at 19€ for a half day rising to 50€ for a full day excursion. Mainly in air conditionned minibuses which carry between 2 & 8 people so provided you are not on your own you are guaranteed that the excusrions will operate.

Central Hotel

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3 stars

Located in the very centre of Tours but in a quiet setting just a stone's throw from the Cathedral and close to the old town and the main shopping centre. Within walking distance of the station.

Formerly a convent, the attractive garden and large reception rooms make for a welcoming and relaxing base from which to explore. There is a sitting/TV room, bar and breakfast room. The 38 rooms are with bath and shower, telephone, TV and minibar, 4th floor rooms are airconditioned. Buffet breakfast ( taken in the garden in summer).

One child under 12 stays free if sharing with parents. Triple room reduction: £14

Central Hotel
Central Hotel Prices
Dates 1 Nov 08 - 31 Mar 09
1 Nov - 31 Dec 09
1 Jul - 31 Aug 09 1 Apr - 30 Jun 09
1 Sep - 31 Oct 09
No. of Nights 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sgl Nt 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sng Nt 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sng Nt
Price (£) 367 446 525 79 43 382 465 548 83 45 372 453 534 81 45
Terms Prices per person in £GBP and include Eurostar and TGV. Hotel Supplements may also apply and will be advised on booking. Check 1st class and peak travel supplements here.

Relais St Eloi

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2 stars

This modern hotel successfully combines old fashioned values with the latest facilities, including a pleasant lounge bar and an excellent restaurant. 

Just a few minutes walk from the old town of Tours, and upon request the hosts are happy to organise visits to local cellars for guided tours and tastings. All 57 rooms have bath, shower and WC, TV, telephone and hairdryer. Buffet breakfast is included.

One child under 12 stays free if sharing with parents. Midweek supplement: £5. Triple room reduction: £9, Quadruple: £13

Relais St Eloi
Relais St Eloi Prices
Dates 1 Nov 08 - 31 Mar 09
1 Nov - 31 Dec 09
1 Jul - 31 Aug 09 1 Apr - 30 Jun 09
1 Sep - 31 Oct 09
No. of Nights 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sgl Nt 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sng Nt 3 4 5 Ex Nt Sng Nt
Price (£) 228 263 298 35 17 235 272 309 37 18 228 264 300 36 18
Terms Prices per person in £GBP and include Eurostar and TGV. Hotel Supplements may also apply and will be advised on booking. Check 1st class and peak travel supplements here.