Hotels in Saint-Martin-de-Crau, Arles
Updated 9 November 2026 · 5 real hotels
Saint-Martin-de-Crau is a practical, affordable base on the southeastern edge of the Arles area, well suited to road-trippers and nature lovers heading to the Camargue or the Alpilles. It lacks the historic charm of central Arles but offers easy parking, good road access and notably lower room rates. Families, cyclists and outdoor enthusiasts tend to get the most out of staying here.
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Saint-Martin-de-Crau is a small town situated roughly 15 kilometres southeast of central Arles, sitting at the meeting point of the Crau plain, the Camargue wetlands and the foothills of the Alpilles. The landscape is flat and open, shaped by sheep farming and the dry stony grasslands that make the Crau unique in France. It is not a sightseeing destination in its own right, but it works as a calm, affordable base from which to explore a wide arc of Provençal territory, including the Camargue Regional Nature Park, the Alpilles, the Roman monuments of Arles and the market town of Saint-Rémy-de-Provence.
The accommodation offer here skews toward budget and mid-range travellers: you will find reliable chain hotels, an aparthotel suited to longer stays, and a couple of well-rated independent properties with local character. Room rates are consistently lower than in central Arles, and free parking is generally easy to find, which makes Saint-Martin-de-Crau particularly convenient if you are travelling by car. Public transport links to Arles city centre exist but are limited, so a vehicle is strongly recommended for anyone planning to visit the region fully.
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| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| ibis budget Saint Martin de Crau Porte de Camargue ★★ | Saint-Martin-de-Crau | ★ 4.4 | 48 €/nuit |
| B&B HOTEL Saint-Martin-de-Crau Alpilles Camargue ★★ | Saint-Martin-de-Crau | ★ 4.4 | 59 €/nuit |
| Aparthotel Adagio Access Porte De Camargue ★★★ | Saint-Martin-de-Crau | ★ 4.4 | 67 €/nuit |
| Lou Meinado | Saint-Martin-de-Crau | ★ 4.6 | 124 €/nuit |
| Hotel & Residence de la Transhumance ★★★ | Saint-Martin-de-Crau | ★ 4.7 | 127 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
What hotels are available in Saint-Martin-de-Crau and what do they cost?+
Five properties currently serve the area across a range of budgets. The ibis budget Saint Martin de Crau Porte de Camargue (2 stars, rated 4.4/5) is the most affordable at around 48 €/night. The Aparthotel Adagio Access Porte De Camargue (3 stars, 4.4/5) offers apartment-style rooms from about 67 €/night, useful for self-catering stays. The B&B HOTEL Saint-Martin-de-Crau Alpilles Camargue (2 stars, 4.4/5) sits at roughly 59 €/night. For something with more character, Lou Meinado is rated 4.6/5 at around 124 €/night, and the Hotel & Residence de la Transhumance (3 stars) leads the area with a 4.7/5 rating at approximately 127 €/night.
Is Saint-Martin-de-Crau a good base for visiting Arles and the Camargue?+
Yes, with one important caveat: you need a car. By road, central Arles is about 15 to 20 minutes away, and the main entry points to the Camargue Regional Nature Park are even closer. The Alpilles, including the village of Les Baux-de-Provence, are reachable in roughly 30 minutes. If you plan to drive between sites anyway, Saint-Martin-de-Crau lets you do so while paying noticeably less for accommodation than you would in the historic centre of Arles.
Who is Saint-Martin-de-Crau best suited to?+
The area suits independent travellers on a road trip through Provence, families who want space and easy parking without paying city-centre prices, birdwatchers and nature lovers targeting the Camargue, and cyclists exploring the flat routes across the Crau plain. It is less suited to visitors who want to walk to Roman monuments, lively restaurants or evening entertainment, as the town itself is quiet and the walk to central Arles is not realistic.
Are there dining and shopping options near the hotels in Saint-Martin-de-Crau?+
Saint-Martin-de-Crau has a town centre with everyday amenities: supermarkets, bakeries, a few local restaurants and service stations. It is not a gastronomic destination, but you will not struggle to find a meal or stock up for a self-catering stay. The aparthotel format of Adagio Access makes it particularly practical for guests who prefer to cook. For a wider choice of Provençal restaurants and markets, Arles city centre or Saint-Rémy-de-Provence are both a short drive away.
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