Hotels in Centre-ville de Reims, Reims
Updated 8 October 2026 · 5 real hotels
Centre-ville de Reims is the most practical and rewarding area to stay in the city, putting the Notre-Dame Cathedral, the main champagne houses, and the best restaurants within easy walking distance. It suits first-time visitors, couples on a short break, and business travellers who want to avoid relying on public transport. Budget and luxury options both exist here, making it accessible across a range of travel styles.
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Staying in Centre-ville de Reims
Centre-ville de Reims sits at the geographic and cultural heart of the city, roughly bounded by the grand cathedral square to the east, the Place Drouet-d'Erlon pedestrian street to the north, and the old market halls to the west. The neighbourhood combines grand Belle Époque architecture with busy café terraces and well-maintained public squares. Streets are flat and mostly walkable, which makes it genuinely easy to explore on foot without planning. Champagne cellars open to visitors, the Palais du Tau, and the Fine Arts Museum are all reachable in under fifteen minutes from most addresses here.
The area draws a broad mix of travellers: couples who come specifically for champagne tourism, business visitors attending conventions at the Reims Exhibition Centre nearby, and families using the city as a base for day trips into the Marne Valley vineyards. Tram lines A and B cross the city centre and connect it to the TGV station, where Paris-Est is roughly 45 minutes away by high-speed train. Parking in the centre requires a paid car park, so drivers should factor that into their stay. Hotel rates in the area range from around 68 € per night for comfortable aparthotel rooms up to 428 € for a five-star champagne-estate experience, so there is a realistic option for most budgets.
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A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appart'City Confort Reims Centre ★★★ | Centre-ville de Reims | ★ 4.2 | 68 €/nuit |
| Grand Hotel des Templiers ★★★★ | Centre-ville de Reims | ★ 4.5 | 172 €/nuit |
| Radisson Hotel Reims ★★★★ | Centre-ville de Reims | ★ 4.5 | 219 €/nuit |
| La Caserne Chanzy Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection | Centre-ville de Reims | ★ 4.6 | 243 €/nuit |
| Le N°3 par Champagne Thiénot ★★★★★ | Centre-ville de Reims | ★ 5 | 428 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
Which hotels are available in Centre-ville de Reims and what do they cost?+
Five hotels currently listed in the area cover a wide price range. The Appart'City Confort Reims Centre (3 stars, rated 4.2/5) starts at 68 € per night and offers self-catering apartments, useful for longer stays. The Grand Hotel des Templiers (4 stars, rated 4.5/5) is available from 172 € per night and occupies a striking historic building. The Radisson Hotel Reims (4 stars, rated 4.5/5) starts at 219 € per night and offers modern amenities in a central location. La Caserne Chanzy Hotel & Spa, Autograph Collection (rated 4.6/5) is set in a converted military barracks and starts at 243 € per night. At the top end, Le N°3 par Champagne Thiénot (5 stars, rated 5/5) offers a boutique champagne-house experience from 428 € per night.
Is Centre-ville de Reims a good base for visiting the Reims Cathedral?+
Yes. The Notre-Dame de Reims Cathedral is located in the city centre and most hotels in this area are within a ten to fifteen minute walk of the main facade. Staying centrally means you can visit early in the morning or in the evening when crowds are thinner, which makes a noticeable difference to the experience. The Palais du Tau, which is directly adjacent to the cathedral and houses original coronation sculpture and royal artefacts, is equally accessible on foot.
How easy is it to reach champagne houses from the city centre?+
Several major champagne houses, including Taittinger and Mumm, have their cellars within the city limits and are easily reached on foot or by a short tram or taxi ride from Centre-ville. The underground chalk cellars, known locally as 'crayères', are a distinctive feature of visits in Reims compared with other champagne regions. For houses located further out in the countryside or in nearby Epernay, renting a car for the day or joining an organised tour from the city centre is the practical approach.
What transport options connect Centre-ville de Reims to the TGV station?+
Reims has a modern tram network with two lines crossing the city centre. Tram line B connects the central area directly to the Reims-Champagne-Ardenne TGV station in around fifteen to twenty minutes, with trains running frequently throughout the day. Taxis are also readily available from the main squares. The TGV service to Paris-Est takes approximately 45 minutes, which makes Reims a viable day trip from Paris or, conversely, makes Paris accessible for a day excursion when based in Reims.
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