Best Family Hotels in Pau, France
Updated 9 July 2026 · 39 real hotels
Pau is a practical base for families, with a historic town centre, easy access to the Pyrenees, and hotels ranging from apartment-style stays to spacious suburban properties. Options start at 59 EUR per night, and several properties sit within walking distance of Pau's castle, Beaumont Park, and the boulevard des Pyrénées. Choosing a central or near-centre hotel keeps major family attractions reachable on foot or by a short drive.
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Pau sits at the foot of the Pyrenees in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region, offering families a blend of urban comfort and mountain access. The château de Pau, the long panoramic boulevard des Pyrénées, and Beaumont Park give children and adults plenty of open-air space without needing to leave the city. Public transport links and a compact historic centre mean that even families without a car can move around comfortably, while those driving can reach Pyrenees National Park within an hour.
When choosing where to stay as a family, the key factors are room space, proximity to green areas or attractions, and a location that avoids long daily transfers. The hotels listed below cover central Pau as well as nearby communes such as Lons (4.3 km) and Lescar (6.1 km), giving you a realistic spread of budgets and settings. Apartment-style formats provide kitchen access that suits families with young children, while larger starred hotels offer on-site facilities that reduce planning overhead.
Our selection in Pau
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hôtel Eco Relais ★ | Lons : à 3,9 km de Pau | ★ 3.3 | 36 €/nuit |
| Hotel Premiere Classe Pau EST Bizanos ★★ | Bizanos : à 3,4 km de Pau | ★ 4.2 | 44 €/nuit |
| Quick Palace Pau ★★ | Pau Nord | ★ 4.2 | 48 €/nuit |
| Brit Hotel Essentiel Pau Lescar ★★ | Pau : à 7,3 km | ★ 4.2 | 53 €/nuit |
| ibis Budget Pau Est ★★ | Bizanos : à 3,5 km de Pau | ★ 4.1 | 57 €/nuit |
| All Suites Appart Hôtel | Pau - Zénith ★★★ | Pau Nord | ★ 4.2 | 59 €/nuit |
| ibis budget Pau Lescar ★★ | Pau : à 5,4 km | ★ 4.3 | 60 €/nuit |
| B&B HOTEL Pau Lescar ★★ | Pau : à 7,2 km | ★ 4.3 | 61 €/nuit |
| Hotel Bosquet Pau Centre ★★ | Centre-ville de Pau | ★ 2.9 | 64 €/nuit |
| Appart'Hotel Victoria Garden Pau ★★★ | Le Hameau | ★ 4.2 | 65 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
Which neighbourhood in Pau is most convenient for a family stay?+
The Centre-ville district puts families within walking distance of the château de Pau, the boulevard des Pyrénées viewpoint, and Beaumont Park. Hotels such as the Hôtel Bristol Pau, the Quality Aparthotel Pau Porte des Pyrénées, and the Parc Beaumont Hôtel all sit in this area. If you prefer a quieter setting, Pau Nord (Kyriad Prestige) is close to the Zénith concert venue and has straightforward road access to the motorway, which is useful when day-tripping to the mountains.
Is an aparthotel a better choice than a standard hotel room for families in Pau?+
The Quality Aparthotel Pau Porte des Pyrénées is the dedicated apartment-style option on this list, rated 4.8 out of 5 and priced from 70 EUR per night. Self-catering kitchens in aparthotels let families prepare breakfasts and light meals, which is practical for young children and reduces daily food costs. Standard hotel rooms at properties like the Brit Hotel Confort Pau Lons (from 59 EUR) or the Kyriad Prestige (from 71 EUR) work well if you prefer hotel services such as on-site breakfast and reception support.
Are there family-suitable hotels just outside Pau that still give easy access to the city?+
Yes. The Brit Hotel Confort Pau Lons in Lons is 4.3 km from central Pau and starts at 59 EUR per night, making it one of the most affordable options on this list. The Best Western Hotel and Spa Pau Lescar Aeroport is 6.1 km away near Pau Pyrénées Airport, rated 4.6 out of 5, and priced from 96 EUR. L'Estancat is located 10.7 km from Pau and carries a perfect 5 out of 5 rating at 96 EUR per night, offering a more rural setting while remaining driveable to city sights.
What family-friendly attractions are close to the hotels in central Pau?+
The château de Pau, birthplace of Henri IV, is a compact and genuinely engaging visit for older children and is located in the heart of the centre-ville where several of these hotels sit. Beaumont Park, directly adjacent to the Parc Beaumont Hôtel, provides lawns, a casino building, and open space suitable for younger children. The boulevard des Pyrénées stretches along the southern edge of the city and delivers clear views of the mountain range on fine days, which is a highlight families consistently mention. For day trips, the Pyrenees foothills begin roughly 30 km south, with towns like Laruns and the Ossau valley accessible by car.