Hotels in Tarascon, Arles: Where to Stay
Updated 9 November 2026 · 6 real hotels
The Tarascon area sits on the western edge of the Arles region, across the Rhône from the city centre, and suits travellers who want a quieter base with easy access to both Arles and the medieval town of Tarascon itself. It appeals particularly to those exploring the Alpilles, the Camargue and the Provence hinterland by car. Accommodation here tends to offer good value and a genuinely local atmosphere.
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Staying in the Tarascon Area, Arles
Tarascon is a small town that sits directly across the Rhône from Beaucaire, roughly 20 kilometres north-west of central Arles by road. While it is technically a separate commune in the Bouches-du-Rhône department, visitors basing themselves here are well placed to reach the Roman monuments of Arles in under half an hour by car, and the town itself rewards a half-day on foot. The centrepiece is the Château du Roi René, a remarkably intact 15th-century royal castle rising straight from the riverbank, and the old town around it has a relaxed, unhurried character that larger tourist centres in Provence rarely manage to preserve. The vibe is residential and calm: market days bring locals out in numbers, cafés are priced for residents rather than tourists, and the pace slows noticeably compared to Arles proper.
This area suits independent travellers with a car above all others. Direct train connections link Tarascon station with Arles, Avignon and Nîmes, so it is feasible to stay here without a vehicle if your itinerary is linear, but reaching the Camargue natural park or the hilltop villages of the Alpilles really does require wheels. Families, cyclists touring the Rhône valley greenway, and anyone seeking chambres d'hôtes in genuinely rural surroundings will find the Tarascon area a practical and pleasant choice. Hotels and guesthouses here range from simple two-star addresses around 75 € per night up to characterful mas properties closer to 155 €, with several options earning near-perfect guest ratings.
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| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hôtel du Viaduc ★★ | Tarascon | ★ 4.3 | 75 €/nuit |
| Hôtel Le Provencal | Tarascon | ★ 4.2 | 77 €/nuit |
| Hôtel des Artistes ★★★ | Tarascon | ★ 4.6 | 82 €/nuit |
| Le Clos des Consuls | Tarascon | ★ 5 | 86 €/nuit |
| Mas De Monge | Tarascon | ★ 5 | 104 €/nuit |
| Mas Maurane Chambre d'hôtes | Tarascon | ★ 5 | 147 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
What hotels are available in the Tarascon area of Arles and what do they cost?+
Several accommodation options are available in and around Tarascon. Hôtel du Viaduc (2 stars) starts at 75 €/night and holds a 4.3/5 rating. Hôtel Le Provencal is similarly priced at 77 €/night with a 4.2/5 score. Le Clos des Consuls offers 89 €/night and a perfect 5/5 rating. Hôtel des Artistes (3 stars) costs 82 €/night and is rated 4.6/5. For a more rural stay, Mas De Monge charges 109 €/night with a 5/5 rating, while Mas Maurane Chambre d'hôtes is the premium choice at 155 €/night, also rated 5/5.
Is Tarascon a good base for visiting Arles?+
Tarascon is a reasonable base for visiting Arles, particularly if you have a car. The drive between the two towns takes roughly 20 to 25 minutes depending on traffic, and the regional train service is fairly regular, making a day trip to see the Roman amphitheatre, the Alyscamps or the Fondation Vincent van Gogh Arles entirely practical. The trade-off is that you will not be able to wander back to your hotel on foot after an evening in Arles, so travellers who prefer to be within walking distance of a city's restaurants and monuments may find staying in Arles itself more convenient.
What is there to do in Tarascon itself?+
The Château du Roi René is the main attraction: a late-Gothic royal fortress in a remarkable state of preservation, standing directly on the Rhône. The old town around it has a pleasant covered market hall, several local restaurants and a handful of independent shops. Tarascon is also known for the legend of the Tarasque, a mythical river creature that features in the town's folklore and gives its name to a recurring festival. The Rhône riverbank offers flat, easy cycling, and the town is a natural stopping point on longer cycling routes between Avignon and the Camargue.
How do you get from Tarascon to Arles without a car?+
The simplest option is the regional TER train service, which connects Tarascon station with Arles station in roughly 15 minutes. Trains run several times a day but the timetable is not always frequent outside peak hours, so checking the SNCF schedule in advance is advisable. There is no direct bus service that makes the journey quickly. Cycling is possible along secondary roads but involves navigating some stretches without dedicated cycle infrastructure, so it suits confident cyclists rather than casual riders.
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