Hotels in Aubière, Clermont-Ferrand
Updated 8 July 2026 · 6 real hotels
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Aubière is a practical, no-frills southern suburb of Clermont-Ferrand that suits budget travellers, business visitors and drivers who want easy motorway access without paying city-centre prices. It is not the most atmospheric place to stay, but it delivers good value and convenience, especially for those visiting the university campus or passing through the Auvergne region.
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Aubière sits directly south of Clermont-Ferrand's city centre, bordering the university district of Les Cézeaux and lying just a few minutes from the A75 motorway that runs toward Montpellier. The commune is largely residential and campus-oriented, home to several faculties of Université Clermont Auvergne as well as research institutes and technology parks. That environment makes it a logical base for academic visitors, conference attendees and business travellers connected to the industrial south of the agglomeration, including the Michelin sites located nearby.
For leisure travellers, Aubière offers a quieter and more affordable alternative to booking inside Clermont-Ferrand's historic core. The volcanic skyline dominated by the Puy de Dôme is visible from the area, and the old town with its black-lava cathedral is reachable in roughly ten to fifteen minutes by tram or car. Hotels here are clustered around the southern ring road and retail zones, so the surroundings are functional rather than pretty. What you gain is straightforward parking, competitive room rates starting around 47 €/night, and quick access to major roads heading into the Massif Central.
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| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| PREMIERE CLASSE CLERMONT FERRAND SUD - Aubière ★ | Aubière | ★ 3.9 | 47 €/nuit |
| Hôtel Campanile Clermont-Ferrand Sud - Aubière ★★★ | Aubière | ★ 4.2 | 70 €/nuit |
| Brit Hotel Essentiel Arverne Clermont Sud ★★ | Aubière | ★ 4.6 | 71 €/nuit |
| Fasthôtel Clermont Sud Aubière ★★ | Aubière | ★ 4.2 | 73 €/nuit |
| ibis budget Clermont Ferrand Sud ★★ | Aubière | ★ 4.2 | 78 €/nuit |
| Ibis Budget Clermont Ferrand Sud Aubière | Aubière | ★ 5 | 83 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
How far is Aubière from the centre of Clermont-Ferrand?+
Aubière is approximately 4 to 6 kilometres south of Clermont-Ferrand's city centre. By car or tram the journey typically takes between 10 and 20 minutes depending on traffic and your exact starting point. Tram line A connects the southern suburbs to the centre and to the main train station, Gare de Clermont-Ferrand.
What types of travellers is Aubière best suited to?+
Aubière works best for drivers who need quick motorway access, budget-conscious travellers who do not mind a suburban setting, and anyone with business at the university campus or in the technology and industrial zones south of the city. Families and couples looking for a lively, walkable neighbourhood with restaurants and monuments on their doorstep would likely prefer staying closer to the city centre or the Jaude area.
Which hotels are available in Aubière and what do they cost?+
Aubière has a solid cluster of budget and economy chain hotels. Current options include the Hôtel Campanile Clermont-Ferrand Sud (3 stars, around 70 €/night, rated 4.2/5), the Brit Hotel Essentiel Arverne Clermont Sud (2 stars, around 71 €/night, rated 4.6/5), the Fasthôtel Clermont Sud Aubière (2 stars, around 73 €/night, rated 4.2/5), the ibis budget Clermont Ferrand Sud (2 stars, around 78 €/night, rated 4.2/5), the Ibis Budget Clermont Ferrand Sud Aubière (rated 5/5, around 83 €/night) and the most affordable option, Première Classe Clermont Ferrand Sud (1 star, from around 47 €/night, rated 3.9/5). All properties offer on-site or adjacent parking.
Is it easy to visit Clermont-Ferrand's main attractions from Aubière?+
Yes, with a little planning. The Gothic Cathedral of Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption, Place de Jaude and the old volcanic stone streets of the city centre are all accessible by tram in around 15 to 20 minutes. The Puy de Dôme volcano, one of the region's signature day trips, is roughly 15 kilometres to the west and is best reached by car or by a combination of tram and the Panoramique des Dômes rack railway that departs from Col de Ceyssat. Staying in Aubière does not cut you off from the city, but you will rely on public transport or a car rather than walking.
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