Cheap hotels in Valenciennes tonight
Updated 4 August 2026 · 36 real hotels
Valenciennes offers solid budget accommodation starting at 85 €/night, mainly through self-catering apartments and entire flats that give you more space for your money. Booking early and choosing stays slightly outside the hyper-centre keeps costs down while keeping you well connected. The selection below is already filtered to the lowest available rates in the city.
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Affordable stays in Valenciennes: what to expect
Valenciennes sits in the heart of the French Nord department, close to the Belgian border, and draws visitors for its fine arts museum, lively squares and easy rail links toward Lille and Brussels. The good news for budget travellers is that the local accommodation market leans heavily on furnished apartments and gîtes rather than big hotel chains, which means you often get a full kitchen, private parking or a balneo bath at rates that would buy you only a standard room elsewhere. Prices in the selection below start at 85 €/night for a full house with parking and terrace, making self-catering the smartest play if you want value.
Neighbourhoods and tips for paying less
The hyper-centre around Place d'Armes and the train station commands a small premium, but properties within a 10-minute walk of the gare, such as the Grand Duplex Balneo listed here, still come in under 150 €/night for an entire flat. If you are flexible on dates, mid-week nights from Tuesday to Thursday are consistently cheaper than weekends in this city, which sees short leisure breaks on Fridays and Saturdays. Opting for an apartment with a kitchen also cuts your total trip cost by reducing restaurant spending, a real advantage when you are staying for two nights or more.
Our selection in Valenciennes
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premiere Classe Valenciennes Sud - Rouvignies | Rouvignies | ★ 4.2 | 31 €/nuit |
| Premiere Classe Douai - Cuincy | Cuincy | ★ 3.5 | 34 €/nuit |
| Tip Hotel Cambrai | Fontaine-Notre-Dame | ★ 3.6 | 37 €/nuit |
| Première Classe Valenciennes Ouest - Petite Forêt | Petite-Forêt | ★ 3.4 | 37 €/nuit |
| Au42BisJM | Cambrai | ★ 4.3 | 51 €/nuit |
| Campanile Lille Sud Douai Cuincy ★★★ | Cuincy | ★ 3.9 | 55 €/nuit |
| Quality Aparthotel Valenciennes | Valenciennes | ★ 4.5 | 57 €/nuit |
| Résidence de la Porte d'Arras | Douai | ★ 4.3 | 57 €/nuit |
| ibis budget Valenciennes Petite Forêt | Petite-Forêt | ★ 4.3 | 57 €/nuit |
| Kyriad Cambrai ★★★ | Fontaine-Notre-Dame | ★ 3.9 | 59 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
What is the cheapest accommodation option in Valenciennes right now?+
The lowest rate in the current selection is 85 €/night for the Maison Avec Parking et Terrasse Option Spa, an entire house that also includes a private parking space and a terrace. It represents excellent value for a group or family looking to split the cost.
Are there cheap apartments with good amenities in Valenciennes?+
Yes. Several entire apartments in the Le Nid Cosy range offer balneo baths and Wi-Fi from 121 €/night onward. The En Déplacement 5 Calme et Lumineux flat is priced at 134 €/night and is described as bright and quiet, a practical choice for business travellers or couples wanting comfort on a controlled budget.
How can I pay less for a stay in Valenciennes?+
Book as early as possible because the apartment market in smaller French cities fills up quickly, especially around local events and long weekends. Choosing mid-week arrival dates, staying a minimum of two nights to unlock longer-stay discounts, and picking accommodation with a kitchen so you can self-cater for at least one meal a day are the three most reliable ways to keep your total spend low.
Is staying near Valenciennes train station a good budget strategy?+
It can be. Properties within 10 minutes of the gare, such as the Grand Duplex Balneo at 148 €/night, let you arrive by train without needing a taxi or car rental, which saves money on top of the nightly rate. The station also connects directly to Lille in around 30 minutes, so you can day-trip without paying city-centre Lille hotel prices.