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Hotel Vauban

Riverwalk hotel with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk

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Enjoy meals and work sessions in this serene dining area with a large window offering a view of the surrounding greenery.
Welcome to our lobby, featuring a reception desk, comfortable seating area, and information board.
Relax in a stylish room with a large bed, bedside table, and wall-mounted art.
Work in comfort with a desk, flat-screen TV, and ample natural light.
Enjoy a formal dining experience in a beautifully appointed space with a table set for a meal.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$186
includes taxes & fees
25 July - 26 July

Explore the area

Map
9 quai Vauban, Besancon, Doubs, 25000
  • University of Franche-Comte
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Besancon Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Besancon Citadel
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

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Double Room

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room

Single Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Family Room

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Besancon

Hotel Vauban puts you in the heart of Besancon, within steps of Musée des Beaux-Arts et d'Archéologie and University of Franche-Comte. Highlights at this hotel include 2 restaurants and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, La Coudee, serves Regional cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this Besancon Old Town hotel include Museum of Fine Arts and Archaeology of Besancon and Hotel de Ville.

What's nearby

  • University of Franche-Comte - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Besancon Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Palais Granvelle - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Besancon Citadel - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Jean Minjoz Hospital - 9 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Besançon Viotte Station - 13 min walk
  • Hauts du Chazal - 20 min drive
  • Mulhouse (MLH-EuroAirport) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lucky Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪L'Alsacien - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pum - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Gibus - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cake And The City - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Vauban

Riverwalk hotel with 2 restaurants and 24-hour front desk
There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. A terrace, ski storage, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel Vauban.

This Besancon hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 13 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • Deli
  • Ski equipment storage
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Hotel Vauban offers 13 accommodations with minibars and a safe. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Besancon hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French

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  • Air conditioning
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includes taxes & fees
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 1 per night)

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 14 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • La Coudee

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Ski storage

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the riverwalk
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Electric bike charging
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Minibar
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.50 per cent will be charged

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 14 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 1 per night (656 ft away)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Vauban Besancon
Vauban Besancon
Hotel Vauban Hotel
Hotel Vauban Besancon
Hotel Vauban Hotel Besancon

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Vauban?

Hotel Vauban offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Vauban?

As of 12 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Vauban on 25 July 2025 start from AU$177.11, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What makes Hotel Vauban a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hotel Vauban.

Is Hotel Vauban family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a deli, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Hotel Vauban is a hit with families.

Does Hotel Vauban serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is on offer on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Vauban?

No, Hotel Vauban does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel Vauban?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Vauban?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Vauban?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Hotel Vauban Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 193 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 193 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 193 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 193 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 193 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Vinay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff. Quiet. Good beds. Central location - can walk everywhere
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Rachelle

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, lovely staff, and very comfortable (firm) beds. Lots of great restaurants and shops around.

8/10 Good

Jerold, Seattle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice rooms disorganized lobby
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, nice room and pleasant staff.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Madelaine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Guy E

Liked: Cleanliness
A 3 star hotel without a 24 hour desk. The front doors are locked during the mid-day until 2 or 3 pm, not really sure. The front door is on a narrow walkway beside the river that is used by many single men; sitting, eating, drinking. Also, that front door and walkway face the very hot afternoon sun. The hotel is totally run by one man who also runs two restaurants that open to the other side of the building (the plaza) and it seems he is a primary cook for those restaurants. The restaurant kitchens are in the basement and exhaust their kitchens to the front door walkway. Breakfast is very minimal. Room was small, clean and quiet. The location is very good, in the heart of Besancon.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erkki

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, friendly staff, newly renovated and clean room. Superb breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nobody had advised us that the property is in a pedestrian only area - must park 4 blocks away. It's a bare bones property, very very simple rooms. Great location and friendly staff.

10/10 Excellent

Susan Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great central hotel & restaurant

We loved this hotel and the French restaurant attached (we didn't try the Italian one but other guests recommended it). Staff really went out of their way to ensure we enjoyed our stay. We had great view of square, others had view of river.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lee, Vancouver, BC Canada

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The very pleasant and helpful owner not only runs an excellent hotel but two restaurants in the same building. The room was clean and reasonably priced with excellent air conditioning. The location is perfect and central to this very interesting area of Besancon. parking available close by at parking Pasteur if you have a car. Both the Hotel Vauban and this beautiful city are highly recommended. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotiel is very decent, our room was clean and spacious with comfortable beds. The parking is in the shopping centre (a few minutes walking distance). Can be definitely recommended for staying.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good facility and location. No parking, difficult to get to by car, advised no wifi working upon arrival.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

6/10 Okay

Kelly

Disliked: Staff & service
For other travellers from North America who are arriving by car: Besancon is confusing to get around in a vehicle as the streets are narrow, not on a grid pattern, and a lot of them are one way. For this hotel it’s easier to set your gps to parking nearby (200m-500m) and walk over to the hotel bringing your luggage with you. There is currently construction in the area of the hotel, so it makes it more difficult to manoeuvre around by car. The front door is clear we buzzed in using the small silver button on the speaker beside the door with the hotel name on it. The reception area often doesn’t have anyone there and there is no signage or bell to alert anyone that you need assistance so be prepared to wait for 20 minutes. There were small white flies in our room but they were not bothersome and mostly stayed by the window. Other than the above mentioned the hotel was adequate.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

10/10 Excellent

Carol, Yorkshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don't miss this unassuming gem!

Hotel is in a fantastic location with the river on one side and an interesting street on the other. Our initial booking for one night was unexpectedly extended to four and we can't fault the service we have received here. There is no bar or restaurant within the hotel but step outside and the choice is amazing within a few meters. The Hotel Vauban offers continental breakfast with a good selection. The rooms are spotlessly clean and the bathrooms extremely modern. We feel very fortunate to have found this unassuming gem.

10/10 Excellent

Nicola, Swindon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A return trip to the Hotel Vauban and the fact that we have returned on more than one occasion says it all!

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice hotel, great hotel owner!

Hotel owner is very pleasant, very helpful! Very nice hotel !

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Newton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful hotel and great personal experience

A small hotel on the river in the center of town. The owner and the staff were extremely helpful. Located the best, not tourist and not overly expensive restaurants. Helped to organize visits to sights. Answered all questions. They gave very personal service to everyone. Definitely a hotel I would stay ata again.

10/10 Excellent

mathieu, Montréal, Québec

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The Perfect Hotel

This is the hotel we are all looking for. Friedly, clean, perfectly organized and located. Right downtown Besançn, where you want to be. Only issue : parking is quite a challenge. But it would be the same for any hotel located downtown in Besançon.

10/10 Excellent

kennethbohman, london

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

top notch standard

sevice, cleanliness, room standard all to perfection. stylish bathroom. even got an apology for a fault that did not matter to me. has two restaurants though I didn't try either myself. read the address literally as the entrance does face the river unlike surrounding buildings that face the square.

8/10 Good

Chloe, Ashford

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Private central hotel

Comfortable central stay in Besancon.

10/10 Excellent

Mah, Canada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great hotel, I will stay again!

VERY helpful staff, great location, very clean, great restaurant. I would definitely recommend it!

10/10 Excellent

justinsf, San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great central location

Very comfortable and central hotel, recently renovated with friendly staff. English spoken if needed. Highly recommended.