Cheap hotels in Pau tonight
Updated 9 July 2026 · 24 real hotels
Pau offers solid budget hotels starting at just 44 €/night, mostly clustered in the Bizanos, Pau Nord, and Lescar areas a few kilometers from the city center. The best value picks are all rated 4/5 or above, so you do not have to sacrifice comfort to keep costs low. Booking a hotel slightly outside the center, such as in Bizanos or Lons, is the easiest way to shave 10 to 15 euros off your nightly rate.
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Cheap Hotels in Pau: Pay Less Without Compromising Quality
Pau, the elegant Pyrenean gateway city in southwestern France, is more affordable than many visitors expect. Whether you are passing through on the way to the mountains, attending an event at the Zénith arena, or simply exploring the historic Boulevard des Pyrénées, there are reliable budget hotels available from 44 €/night. The key is knowing where to look: the neighborhoods ringing Pau, such as Bizanos to the east, Lescar to the west, and Lons to the south, all sit within 3 to 7 kilometers of the center and are served by decent road links, making them ideal for cost-conscious travelers with a car or access to local transport.
Best Budget Neighborhoods Around Pau
For the lowest nightly rates, Bizanos and Pau Nord consistently deliver. Bizanos, just 3.4 km from central Pau, hosts two of the cheapest options on this list, both rated 4.1 to 4.2 out of 5, and both sitting below 60 €/night. Pau Nord is another practical base, especially if you arrive via the A64 motorway or plan to visit the Pau Pyrénées area broadly. If you prefer a touch more space, the apartment-style All Suites Appart Hôtel near the Zénith in Pau Nord offers a 3-star experience at 59 €/night, a strong pick for longer stays or families. Travelers who prioritize ratings over location will appreciate the Brit Hotel Confort in Lons, rated 4.5 out of 5 at the same 59 €/night price point.
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
What is the cheapest hotel available in Pau right now?+
The Hotel Premiere Classe Pau EST in Bizanos, located 3.4 km from central Pau, is the lowest-priced option at 44 €/night. It is a 2-star property rated 4.2 out of 5, making it both the most affordable and one of the better-reviewed budget choices in the area.
Are budget hotels in Pau well located for sightseeing?+
Most of the cheapest hotels in Pau sit between 3 and 7 kilometers from the city center, in suburbs such as Bizanos, Lescar, and Lons. This is easy to cover by car or taxi in under 15 minutes. If you want to walk to central attractions like the Chateau de Pau or the Boulevard des Pyrénées, Le Matisse is the only city-center option on this list, priced at 55 €/night.
What tips help you pay less for a hotel in Pau?+
Choosing a hotel in Bizanos, Lescar, or Lons rather than the city center typically saves you 10 to 15 euros per night. Traveling midweek rather than on weekends also tends to lower rates, especially around event dates at the Pau Zénith arena. Booking in advance and comparing apartment-style options, such as the All Suites Appart Hôtel, can reduce costs further if you plan a multi-night stay, since having a kitchenette cuts meal expenses.
Is there a budget hotel in Pau with especially high guest ratings?+
The Brit Hotel Confort Pau Lons in Lons, 4.3 km from Pau, stands out with a 4.5 out of 5 rating at 59 €/night, the highest guest score among the affordable options listed here. The ibis budget Pau Lescar also earns a strong 4.3 out of 5 at 58 €/night, making both solid choices if guest satisfaction is your priority alongside keeping costs low.