ibis Besancon Centre Ville

3.0 star property
3-star hotel in Besancon Old Town

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Front of property
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Courtyard view
Restaurant
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

Map
21 Rue Gambetta, Besancon, Doubs, 25000
  • University of Franche-Comte
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Besancon Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Besancon Citadel
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 151 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Room, Multiple Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

About the neighborhood

Besancon

City center stay.At this Besancon Old Town hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Musée des Beaux-Arts et d'Archéologie and Museum of Fine Arts and Archaeology of Besancon. University of Franche-Comte and Pelote Tower are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Franche-Comte - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Parc Micaud - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Besancon Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Besancon Citadel - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Citadel of Besancon - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Besançon Mouillere Station - 10 min walk
  • Hauts du Chazal - 17 min drive
  • Geneva International Airport (GVA) - 129 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brioche Dorée - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Madigan's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Poker d'As - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie du Commerce - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Pum - ‬3 min walk

About this property

ibis Besancon Centre Ville

3-star hotel in Besancon Old Town
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Multilingual staff, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly ibis Besancon Centre Ville.

This 3-star Besancon hotel is smoke free.

  • 49 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • 40 sq m of conference space
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Gift shop
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
Ibis Besancon Centre Ville offers 49 accommodations with blackout drapes/curtains. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include showers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and phones. Irons/ironing boards, hair dryers, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Languages

English, French, German

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 12.50 for adults and EUR 6.25 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out fee: EUR 30.00

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 5 per pet, per night
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10.0 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.65 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

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: approximately EUR 12.50 for adults and EUR 6.25 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 5 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 30.00
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10.0 per stay

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels)
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Photos appearing in the property description reflect the brand standard and are for illustrative purposes only.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

ibis Besancon Centre Ville
ibis Besancon Centre Ville Hotel
Ibis Besancon Ville Besancon
ibis Ville Hotel Besancon Centre
ibis Besancon Centre Ville Hotel
ibis Besancon Centre Ville Besancon
ibis Besancon Centre Ville Hotel Besancon

Frequently asked questions

How close is ibis Besancon Centre Ville to the airport?

Ibis Besancon Centre Ville is 108.3 mi (129-min drive) away from the Geneva International Airport (GVA) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does ibis Besancon Centre Ville have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at ibis Besancon Centre Ville.

Does ibis Besancon Centre Ville offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at ibis Besancon Centre Ville, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 12.50 for adults and EUR 6.25 for children. It's available every day from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at ibis Besancon Centre Ville?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at ibis Besancon Centre Ville?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at ibis Besancon Centre Ville?

Free parking is not available at this hotel.

Does ibis Besancon Centre Ville have a pool?

Ibis Besancon Centre Ville does not have a pool.

Does ibis Besancon Centre Ville have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is ibis Besancon Centre Ville to downtown Besancon?

Ibis Besancon Centre Ville is 0.2 mi away from Besancon.

ibis Besancon Centre Ville Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 358 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 168 out of 358 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 358 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 358 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 358 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Joseph

Disliked: Staff & service
I didn't get to stay there because I had to move my trip a week forward so they confiscated my money, claimed I had made a non-transferable booking although they couldn't show me where that was found in the contract. I won't ever use this hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness
If you ever book this property, make sure your dates are unchangeable. I had to move my stay forward by a week so they forfeited my money because according to them, it was non-refundable because the rate I was given at booking time, was supposedly "special". They never showed me where in the contract, this was stipulated. Although they forfeited my money, I still went ahead and booked a second time, with the new date, hoping they would appreciate my business and refund the previous amount. They were adamant, claiming the money was non-refundable, but never showed me where that was found in the contract. I knew the money could be forfeited in case of cancelation but not because I was simply moving the date forward . Availability of rooms was not the issue because I still ended up having a room, at the same rate, with the new date. I should have just gone ahead and booked a different hotel. I had chosen this one though, because of the online reviews. Service was ok, nothing spectacular for a three-star hotel. Staff members made an effort to communicate in English the best they could. However because they forfeited my money under a false non-refundable pretext, I won't lodge at this hotel in the future, unless as a last resort.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gigi

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The staff were polite and very helpful. The room was clean but the elevator was scary - rickety, wobbly and some very strange noises. The drain in the shower had a dodgey odour. The heating worked well and it’s a safe place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chenbo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
the property is ok. but we had very bad experience with our stay. it's a friday night, extreme noise from the street at 2:30 AM. Drunk people stayed in front of the hotel, singing, dancing & peeing directly on the street. The noise last more than 20 mins, we could not sleep at all, I went down to the lobby, asked staff for help. We needed a place to have a good night, however, it didn't go well in our case. that's why i give a bad score
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

SIMON

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ETIENNE, CHARNAY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

ETIENNE, CHARNAY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

Nice hotel

The receptionist was very nice and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Good, secure parking for extra cost. Breakfast was good, plenty of choice. Very central, a few minutes walk to town.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Excellent and helpful staff, nice breakfast, and convenient to a variety of cafes and restaurants bb
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Carol

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location Location Location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

eligio

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Igor

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

ETIENNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is amazing as usual . Great place to stay . Merci !
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

Mickael

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

Central location, great value!

As good as it gets for that price! Breakfast could be a tat better For the price, but no drama. Would go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Eric

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

8/10 Good

Tony, Salisbury

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very handy for centre of town and has its own parking.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Pierre

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location, clean and recently refurbished, very good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

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

Nice room

Quick checked in, less than 5 minutes. Very helpful and friendly receptionist. Room is modern with air-con, neat, simple & clean. Bed is comfortable. Shower room is small but manageable. 'wardrobe' is very small. 1 minute walk to the tram-stop. Train station is 3 stops away only.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a modern clean property in a very convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service, good location. Staff was nice. Good place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Great location, too hot top floor room

The hotel is located very centrally, perfect for exploring Besancon on foot. The hotel feels like the typical Ibis experience, so you always know the level of quality you get. However, this time we had one big issue with the room: we were given a room on the top floor, which was unbearably hot even at night. One couldn't breathe in the room, let alone stay a whole night in. We complained at the reception and even though they initially claimed there was nothing they could do (in French, which we don't really speak), we were determined and kept persisting that the temperature and lack of air in the room was a real issue. After much deliberation, one of the staff members accompanied us to the room and agreed himself that the room indeed was too hot and airless and didn't have suitable conditions to stay overnight. The only option he could offer us was a room next door, and even though that room felt also too warm for our taste, it was much better than the original room and we could bear the temperature, so we gladly accepted the room change. So in the end, it all ended well, it was just the inconvenience of having to go through that experience and wasting the energy on something basic that shouldn't be an issue at all. To sum it up, we would recommend this hotel for its fantastic location and overall good state, just make sure to stay away from the top floor rooms until they fix their temperature issues
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

Maria

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

Just one night

Just one night stay. Hotel was very easy to find and in a good central location. Great car parking very secure. Room was very comfortable although a bit warm. Have stayed in a number of ibis hotels in France so knew pretty much what to expect. Facilities were adequate and breakfast was quite good. Ideal option for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018