Hotel La Mirande
ProvenceLocated in the center of Avignon, La Mirande is one of the city’s loveliest buildings. Originally a 14th-century cardinal’s residence, this palatial hotel has been painstakingly renovated to recreate the atmosphere of an 18th century private home.
La Mirande offers 26 exquisite guestrooms, each individually decorated with historic French cotton prints. The luxurious rooms feature polished wooden floors, period furniture, huge beds, and antique rugs. Windows overlook the rear courtyard or Papal Palace, while the expansive suite offers the ultimate indulgence.
The elegant restaurant serves gourmet French cuisine accompanied by fine wines from the hotel’s cellar, while the lounge serves an impressive array of pastries and cakes in its popular afternoon tea.
The old kitchen is home to Le Marmiton, a cookery school teaching Provencal classics, while there’s plenty to explore in the historic Old Town, including Avignon Cathedral and the famous Pont d’Avignon.
La Mirande Information
Location & Getting There
The hotel is situated less than 15 minutes from Avignon Caumont airport and 85km from the international airport in Marseille.
Accommodation
The 25 rooms and 1 suite are located on the upper floor. All rooms feature classic 18th-century décor with paneled doorways, elaborate wall hangings, toile de Jouy fabric, silk-line curtains, terracotta floors, and lavish bathrooms with vintage block-printed wallpaper and Carrare marble, as well as all modern amenities. Deluxe rooms start at 21-sqm. If you prefer more space, book a Grand Deluxe room.
Activities
The hotel is ideally located for exploring the historic city of Avignon and the surrounding area. Activities and excursions include visiting private gardens, discovering Rhône Valley vineyards; browsing antique markets; or enjoying the thrill of a hot air balloon ride. Riding and hiking
are also available nearby.
Children
Children are welcome but the hotel a grown-up feel. Babysitting can be arranged.
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Wine cellar
- Tearoom
- Garden
- Cookery school
- Boutique
- Explore the historic city of Avignon
- Visit the famous Pont d’Avignon
- Explore Avignon’s museums and galleries
- Afternoon tea
- Cookery lessons and wine tasting
- Browse antique markets and visit private gardens
- Hiking, horse riding, and hot air ballooning
Hotel La Mirande is steeped in history. Located opposite the Papal Palace, it was once owned by the physician of Napoleon III. The façade dates to 1688, the dining room to the 14th century, and the land used to home the Palace of the Cardinals. Rooms are stylish with a country edge and hub of the hotel is the interior patio, where afternoon tea is served.
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