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Top hotels in Besancon

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, mirror, and decorative lights.

Hotel Regina

Hotel Regina
Besancon Old Town
Hotel Regina
A breakfast buffet with various food items and condiments.

Best Western Hotel Fontaine Argent

Best Western Hotel Fontaine Argent
Chaprais
Best Western Hotel Fontaine Argent
A cozy reading area with bookshelves, leather armchairs, and unique pendant lighting.

Best Western Citadelle

Best Western Citadelle
Besancon Old Town
Best Western Citadelle
A small palm tree in a garden with rocks and other plants.

Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa

Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa
Besancon
Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa
A dining table set with plates, glasses, and a bust sculpture in the background.

Hotel Vauban

Hotel Vauban
Besancon Old Town
Hotel Vauban
A breakfast buffet with various food items, including bread, pastries, and condiments.

Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge

Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge
Besancon
Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge
A reception area with a counter, seating, and a coffee machine.

Accueil Hotel Besançon

Accueil Hotel Besançon
Besancon
Accueil Hotel Besançon
A garden patio with wicker furniture, a swing set, and a pergola.

Chambre d'Hôtes La Villa Molina

Chambre d'Hôtes La Villa Molina
Besancon
Chambre d'Hôtes La Villa Molina
A hotel reception area with a counter, shelves with bottles, and a sign for 'Priority Welcome.'

ibis Besancon Centre Ville

ibis Besancon Centre Ville
Besancon Old Town
ibis Besancon Centre Ville
A garden with a variety of flowers including yellow and purple blooms, surrounded by green foliage.

Premiere Classe Besancon - Ecole Valentin

Premiere Classe Besancon - Ecole Valentin
Ecole-Valentin
Premiere Classe Besancon - Ecole Valentin
A modern café with a wooden table, black chairs, and a bright yellow accent wall.

hotelF1 Besancon Micropolis

hotelF1 Besancon Micropolis
Besancon
hotelF1 Besancon Micropolis
A buffet with various food items and beverages.

ibis budget Besancon Nord Ecole Valentin

ibis budget Besancon Nord Ecole Valentin
Ecole-Valentin
ibis budget Besancon Nord Ecole Valentin
A room with two green armchairs, a round wooden table, and a large mirror on a wooden slatted wall.

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon Hauts du Chazal

Comfort Aparthotel Besancon Hauts du Chazal
Besancon
Comfort Aparthotel Besancon Hauts du Chazal
A hotel with a modern design, a central courtyard with flowers, and a clear blue sky.

ibis budget Besancon Centre Gare

ibis budget Besancon Centre Gare
Besancon
ibis budget Besancon Centre Gare
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV stand with shelves.

Campanile NATURE - Besançon Ouest Chateaufarine

Campanile NATURE - Besançon Ouest Chateaufarine
Besancon
Campanile NATURE - Besançon Ouest Chateaufarine
A spacious hotel lobby with a large window, comfortable seating, and a reception desk.

Hôtel du Nord

Hôtel du Nord
Besancon Old Town
Hôtel du Nord
A hotel room with a bed, a tray with croissants, a glass of juice, and a cup of coffee.

ibis Styles Besançon

ibis Styles Besançon
Besancon
ibis Styles Besançon
A modern dining area with a wooden table, light grey upholstered chairs, and a large vase with flowers.

Mercure Besancon Parc Micaud

Mercure Besancon Parc Micaud
Chaprais
Mercure Besancon Parc Micaud
A modern interior with a central island, bar stools, and a kitchen area in the background.

ibis Besançon Centre La City

ibis Besançon Centre La City
Besancon
ibis Besançon Centre La City
A reception desk with a lamp, a vase with flowers, and a wooden counter. There is a chandelier above and a door leading to another room.

Hôtel Calisola

Hôtel Calisola
Chalezeule
Hôtel Calisola
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Top hotels in Pontarlier

A modern bar area with a wooden counter, metal stools, and a refrigerated display.

Kyriad Pontarlier

Kyriad Pontarlier
Pontarlier
Kyriad Pontarlier
A modern building with large windows and a yellow door, surrounded by greenery and outdoor seating.

Auberge de Jeunesse HI Pontarlier

Auberge de Jeunesse HI Pontarlier
Pontarlier
Auberge de Jeunesse HI Pontarlier
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, two wall-mounted light fixtures, and a stone wall.

Hôtel Saint-Pierre

Hôtel Saint-Pierre
Pontarlier
Hôtel Saint-Pierre
A modern kitchenette with a coffee machine, bread, and condiments.

ibis budget Pontarlier

ibis budget Pontarlier
Pontarlier
ibis budget Pontarlier
A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a chalkboard menu on the right.

Campanile Pontarlier

Campanile Pontarlier
Pontarlier
Campanile Pontarlier
A bar area with a wooden counter, stools, shelves with bottles, and a sign for 'ESPACE SAUNA'.

ibis Pontarlier

ibis Pontarlier
Pontarlier
ibis Pontarlier
A circular window with a view of a green field and trees, wooden benches, and a wooden bucket with a spoon.

Le Tillau

Le Tillau
Verrieres-de-Joux
Le Tillau
A dining table set for two with a waiter attending to it.

Hôtel de l'Aigle

Hôtel de l'Aigle
Val-de-Travers
Hôtel de l'Aigle
A lakeside hotel with a prominent white facade, a balcony, and a red roof.

Hotel Restaurant Les Cygnes

Hotel Restaurant Les Cygnes
Villers-le-Lac
Hotel Restaurant Les Cygnes
A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating, a restaurant, and a view of the lake.

Hôtel Bellevue Le Rocheray

Hôtel Bellevue Le Rocheray
Le Chenit
Hôtel Bellevue Le Rocheray
A historic building with a dome and a tower, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.

Grand Hôtel et Centre Thermal

Grand Hôtel et Centre Thermal
Yverdon-les-Bains
Grand Hôtel et Centre Thermal
A buffet setup with various fruits, pastries, and beverages.

La Table de Gustave

La Table de Gustave
Ornans
La Table de Gustave
A wine shop with wooden shelves stocked with various bottles of wine.

Auberge du Château de Joux

Auberge du Château de Joux
La Cluse-and-Mijoux
Auberge du Château de Joux
A hot tub with a wooden interior and a blue light.

Hotel La Guimbarde

Hotel La Guimbarde
Morteau
Hotel La Guimbarde
A deck with outdoor seating, including sofas and tables, and umbrellas providing shade.

Grand Hôtel des Rasses & Wellness

Grand Hôtel des Rasses & Wellness
Bullet
Grand Hôtel des Rasses & Wellness
A large, multi-story building with a central courtyard, surrounded by trees and other buildings.

Hôtel La Prairie, Swiss Bike Hotels

Hôtel La Prairie, Swiss Bike Hotels
Yverdon-les-Bains
Hôtel La Prairie, Swiss Bike Hotels
A wooden cabin interior with a dining area, sofa, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

Maison d'hôtes Le Pré Oudot

Maison d'hôtes Le Pré Oudot
Fournets-Luisans
Maison d'hôtes Le Pré Oudot
The entrance of Hotel du Theatre with a classic arched doorway, a sign above the entrance, and a view of the interior seating area.

Hôtel du Théâtre

Hôtel du Théâtre
Yverdon-les-Bains
Hôtel du Théâtre
A large, historic building surrounded by dense forest, with a clear view of its courtyard and surrounding landscape.

Monastère du Val de Consolation

Monastère du Val de Consolation
Consolation-Maisonnettes
Monastère du Val de Consolation
A dining area with round tables set for a meal, wooden chairs, and a patterned carpet.

Hôtel de la Truite

Hôtel de la Truite
Boudry
Hôtel de la Truite
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Top hotels in Malbuisson

A wooden deck with green chairs and a table, overlooking a lake and a house with a balcony.

Hôtel de la Poste

Hôtel de la Poste
Malbuisson
Hôtel de la Poste
A dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows with curtains, and a view of a green landscape.

Hotel beau site

Hotel beau site
Malbuisson
Hotel beau site
A scenic view of a lakeside property with a pathway, a wooden structure, and a house with solar panels.

Hôtel Le Lac

Hôtel Le Lac
Malbuisson
Hôtel Le Lac
A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a lake and hills.

Hôtel Spa Les Rives Sauvages

Hôtel Spa Les Rives Sauvages
Malbuisson
Hôtel Spa Les Rives Sauvages
A modern bar area with a wooden counter, metal stools, and a refrigerated display.

Kyriad Pontarlier

Kyriad Pontarlier
Pontarlier
Kyriad Pontarlier
A wine shop with wooden shelves stocked with various bottles of wine.

Auberge du Château de Joux

Auberge du Château de Joux
La Cluse-and-Mijoux
Auberge du Château de Joux
A historic building with a dome and a tower, surrounded by well-maintained lawns and trees.

Grand Hôtel et Centre Thermal

Grand Hôtel et Centre Thermal
Yverdon-les-Bains
Grand Hôtel et Centre Thermal
A circular window with a view of a green field and trees, wooden benches, and a wooden bucket with a spoon.

Le Tillau

Le Tillau
Verrieres-de-Joux
Le Tillau
A modern building with large windows and a yellow door, surrounded by greenery and outdoor seating.

Auberge de Jeunesse HI Pontarlier

Auberge de Jeunesse HI Pontarlier
Pontarlier
Auberge de Jeunesse HI Pontarlier
A modern bathroom with a wooden wall, a round mirror, a black basin, a white sink, and a bathtub.

Géraniums et Neige Fraîche

Géraniums et Neige Fraîche
Métabief
Géraniums et Neige Fraîche
A modern kitchenette with a coffee machine, bread, and condiments.

ibis budget Pontarlier

ibis budget Pontarlier
Pontarlier
ibis budget Pontarlier
A deck with outdoor seating, including sofas and tables, and umbrellas providing shade.

Grand Hôtel des Rasses & Wellness

Grand Hôtel des Rasses & Wellness
Bullet
Grand Hôtel des Rasses & Wellness
A modern restaurant with round tables, dark chairs, and a central decorative vase.

Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or

Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or
Ballaigues
Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or
A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating, a restaurant, and a view of the lake.

Hôtel Bellevue Le Rocheray

Hôtel Bellevue Le Rocheray
Le Chenit
Hôtel Bellevue Le Rocheray
A snow-covered lodge with multiple buildings, surrounded by a forest and mountains.

Hôtel Club Le Risoux

Hôtel Club Le Risoux
Bois-d'Amont
Hôtel Club Le Risoux
A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a chalkboard menu on the right.

Campanile Pontarlier

Campanile Pontarlier
Pontarlier
Campanile Pontarlier
The entrance of Hotel du Theatre with a classic arched doorway, a sign above the entrance, and a view of the interior seating area.

Hôtel du Théâtre

Hôtel du Théâtre
Yverdon-les-Bains
Hôtel du Théâtre
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, two wall-mounted light fixtures, and a stone wall.

Hôtel Saint-Pierre

Hôtel Saint-Pierre
Pontarlier
Hôtel Saint-Pierre
A room with two beds, each with a canopy, a wooden headboard, and a floral bedspread. There is a small table with a kettle, cups, and a hat.

Hôtel Les Remparts

Hôtel Les Remparts
Nozeroy
Hôtel Les Remparts
A hotel with a modern facade, a visible entrance, and a balcony with seating.

Hotel de la Source

Hotel de la Source
Yverdon-les-Bains
Hotel de la Source
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Top hotels in Métabief

A modern bathroom with a wooden wall, a round mirror, a black basin, a white sink, and a bathtub.

Géraniums et Neige Fraîche

Géraniums et Neige Fraîche
Métabief
Géraniums et Neige Fraîche
A scenic view of a lakeside property with a pathway, a wooden structure, and a house with solar panels.

Hôtel Le Lac

Hôtel Le Lac
Malbuisson
Hôtel Le Lac
A modern bar area with a wooden counter, metal stools, and a refrigerated display.

Kyriad Pontarlier

Kyriad Pontarlier
Pontarlier
Kyriad Pontarlier
A wine shop with wooden shelves stocked with various bottles of wine.

Auberge du Château de Joux

Auberge du Château de Joux
La Cluse-and-Mijoux
Auberge du Château de Joux
A dining area with tables set for a meal, large windows with curtains, and a view of a green landscape.

Hotel beau site

Hotel beau site
Malbuisson
Hotel beau site
A wooden deck with green chairs and a table, overlooking a lake and a house with a balcony.

Hôtel de la Poste

Hôtel de la Poste
Malbuisson
Hôtel de la Poste
A modern restaurant with round tables, dark chairs, and a central decorative vase.

Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or

Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or
Ballaigues
Hotel-Restaurant La Croix d'Or
A balcony with a table set for breakfast overlooking a lake and hills.

Hôtel Spa Les Rives Sauvages

Hôtel Spa Les Rives Sauvages
Malbuisson
Hôtel Spa Les Rives Sauvages
A modern kitchenette with a coffee machine, bread, and condiments.

ibis budget Pontarlier

ibis budget Pontarlier
Pontarlier
ibis budget Pontarlier
A modern building with large windows and a yellow door, surrounded by greenery and outdoor seating.

Auberge de Jeunesse HI Pontarlier

Auberge de Jeunesse HI Pontarlier
Pontarlier
Auberge de Jeunesse HI Pontarlier
A spacious restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a chalkboard menu on the right.

Campanile Pontarlier

Campanile Pontarlier
Pontarlier
Campanile Pontarlier
A bar area with a wooden counter, stools, shelves with bottles, and a sign for 'ESPACE SAUNA'.

ibis Pontarlier

ibis Pontarlier
Pontarlier
ibis Pontarlier

Hôtel des Mosaïques

Hôtel des Mosaïques
Orbe
Hôtel des Mosaïques
A circular window with a view of a green field and trees, wooden benches, and a wooden bucket with a spoon.

Le Tillau

Le Tillau
Verrieres-de-Joux
Le Tillau
A restaurant with wooden tables and chairs, two wall-mounted light fixtures, and a stone wall.

Hôtel Saint-Pierre

Hôtel Saint-Pierre
Pontarlier
Hôtel Saint-Pierre
A deck with outdoor seating, including sofas and tables, and umbrellas providing shade.

Grand Hôtel des Rasses & Wellness

Grand Hôtel des Rasses & Wellness
Bullet
Grand Hôtel des Rasses & Wellness
A room with two beds, each with a canopy, a wooden headboard, and a floral bedspread. There is a small table with a kettle, cups, and a hat.

Hôtel Les Remparts

Hôtel Les Remparts
Nozeroy
Hôtel Les Remparts
A lakeside hotel with outdoor seating, a restaurant, and a view of the lake.

Hôtel Bellevue Le Rocheray

Hôtel Bellevue Le Rocheray
Le Chenit
Hôtel Bellevue Le Rocheray
A snow-covered lodge with multiple buildings, surrounded by a forest and mountains.

Hôtel Club Le Risoux

Hôtel Club Le Risoux
Bois-d'Amont
Hôtel Club Le Risoux
A hotel with a modern facade, a visible entrance, and a balcony with seating.

Hotel de la Source

Hotel de la Source
Yverdon-les-Bains
Hotel de la Source
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Top cities in Doubs

A river winding through a town surrounded by hills, with a prominent hill in the center.

Besancon

Besancon has lots of attractions such as Hotel de Ville and Besancon Citadel.
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A historic stone castle with multiple towers and a fortified wall.

Pontarlier

The city of Pontarlier is loved for its restaurants, and has lots of great attractions including Le Grand Taureau.
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A lake with two boats docked, a wooden pier, and houses in the background.

Malbuisson

Malbuisson has lots of things to see including Lac Saint-Point.
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A mountainous landscape with a sunset, rocky terrain, and a valley with snow-covered areas.

Métabief

Métabief has lots of attractions such as Staff Bowling and La Luge des Cimes.
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A historic castle with a prominent tower and a large building with a red roof in the foreground.

Montbeliard

Montbeliard has lots of attractions such as Christmas Market in Montbéliard and Axone.
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A town with a prominent church steeple, surrounded by colorful houses and lush greenery.

Villers-le-Lac

Villers-le-Lac has lots of attractions such as Le Saut du Doubs Waterfall and Doubs Nature Park.
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Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa

Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa
Besancon
$25 off
$111
per night
$254 total
includes taxes & fees
Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa

Hotel La Guimbarde

Hotel La Guimbarde
Morteau
$11 off
$102
per night
$231 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel La Guimbarde

Hotel Restaurant Le Champs des Lys

Hotel Restaurant Le Champs des Lys
Amancey
$25 off
$113
per night
$257 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Restaurant Le Champs des Lys

Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge

Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge
Besancon
$54
per night
$125 total
includes taxes & fees
Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge

The Originals Boutique, Hôtel de la Balance, Montbéliard

The Originals Boutique, Hôtel de la Balance, Montbéliard
Montbeliard
$18 off
$81
per night
$183 total
includes taxes & fees
The Originals Boutique, Hôtel de la Balance, Montbéliard

Val Hôtel Montbéliard Sud

Val Hôtel Montbéliard Sud
Valentigney
$40 off
$80
per night
$182 total
includes taxes & fees
Val Hôtel Montbéliard Sud

Hôtel les Tilleuls-Montbéliard Sud-Audincourt

Hôtel les Tilleuls-Montbéliard Sud-Audincourt
Audincourt
$22 off
$98
per night
$220 total
includes taxes & fees
Hôtel les Tilleuls-Montbéliard Sud-Audincourt

Charme Hôtel Montbéliard

Charme Hôtel Montbéliard
Arbouans
$70 off
$102
per night
$229 total
includes taxes & fees
Charme Hôtel Montbéliard

ibis Montbeliard

ibis Montbeliard
Montbeliard
$17 off
$56
per night
$128 total
includes taxes & fees
ibis Montbeliard

Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa

Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa
Besancon
$12 off
$109
per night
$125 total
includes taxes & fees
Hôtel Victor Hugo & Spa

Hotel Restaurant Le Champs des Lys

Hotel Restaurant Le Champs des Lys
Amancey
$9 off
$77
per night
$89 total
includes taxes & fees
Hotel Restaurant Le Champs des Lys

Aux Ateliers

Aux Ateliers
Miserey-Salines
$14 off
$130
per night
$148 total
includes taxes & fees
Aux Ateliers

Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge

Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge
Besancon
$50
per night
$58 total
includes taxes & fees
Brit Hotel Besançon L'Horloge

Val Hôtel Montbéliard Sud

Val Hôtel Montbéliard Sud
Valentigney
$20 off
$116
per night
$130 total
includes taxes & fees
Val Hôtel Montbéliard Sud

The Originals Boutique, Hôtel de la Balance, Montbéliard

The Originals Boutique, Hôtel de la Balance, Montbéliard
Montbeliard
$8 off
$73
per night
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
The Originals Boutique, Hôtel de la Balance, Montbéliard

Hôtel les Tilleuls-Montbéliard Sud-Audincourt

Hôtel les Tilleuls-Montbéliard Sud-Audincourt
Audincourt
$10 off
$88
per night
$100 total
includes taxes & fees
Hôtel les Tilleuls-Montbéliard Sud-Audincourt

Charme Hôtel Montbéliard

Charme Hôtel Montbéliard
Arbouans
$30 off
$78
per night
$88 total
includes taxes & fees
Charme Hôtel Montbéliard

Brit Hotel Bristol Montbéliard

Brit Hotel Bristol Montbéliard
Montbeliard
$7 off
$62
per night
$71 total
includes taxes & fees
Brit Hotel Bristol Montbéliard

Top landmarks in Doubs

A densely packed urban landscape with historic buildings and a prominent green-domed structure.

Besancon Citadel

8.8/10 (113 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing head to Besancon Citadel— just one of the monuments in Besancon Old Town.
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A classical building with columns and a central entrance.
Photo by Eddie Boyd

Saline Royale

8.6/10 (43 reviews)
If you're planning a bit of sightseeing during your trip, head to Saline Royale— just one of the monuments in central Arc-et-Senans.
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Christmas Market in Montbéliard

8.8/10 (8 reviews)
If you like haggling for the best price, you might want to head out to Christmas Market in Montbéliard when visiting Montbeliard.
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Peugeot Museum of Adventure

8.8/10 (27 reviews)
The center of Sochaux is home to cultural attractions like Peugeot Museum of Adventure, so you might want to stop by during your stay. If you want to experience more of the culture Sochaux has to offer, head to Christmas Market in Montbéliard, Axone, and Centre Technique de Belchamp.
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Besancon Cathedral

8.4/10 (97 reviews)
Besancon Old Town is home to Besancon Cathedral, so why not stop by during your stay in Besancon.
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Le Saut du Doubs Waterfall

9.2/10 (55 reviews)
Le Saut du Doubs Waterfall is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from central Villers-le-Lac, why not stop by during your stay.
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University of Franche-Comte

7.6/10 (30 reviews)
If you'd like to get a taste of Besancon student life, check out University of Franche-Comte in Besancon Old Town.
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