Hôtel des Carmes
Urban boutique with an editorial, graphic design-forward aesthetic. Black-and-white palette, geometric patterns, a faint British-club undertone in the seminar room. Warm and personal — owners Audrey and Richard are very hands-on.
Ask for the ETIK loyalty card at check-in for perks on return visits.
Why It Matters
It's the standout hotel in Aurillac by a considerable margin. The indoor pool is rare for a city-centre hotel of this size in the region, the brasserie draws locals as well as guests, and Gault & Millau has rated the restaurant. The UTPMA ultra trail literally starts on the street outside the front door.
A 23-room design hotel in central Aurillac that punches well above its 3-star classification. The black-and-white graphic interiors — geometric tiles, arty colour duos, exposed beams — feel more like a concept store than a provincial French hotel. Add a heated indoor pool, a sauna, a Gault & Millau-listed brasserie, and a bar that could hold its own in Paris, and you have something genuinely surprising for a mid-sized Cantal city.
Where You'll Stay
5 room types available
Chambre Classique
From EUR70.1 / nightA step up from the Mini at 15 m². Same design-forward graphic aesthetic, double bed at 160 cm (can be split into twins), free WiFi, Canal+ and sports TV, shower. All rooms overlook or open onto the interior courtyard. Pool access included.
Double (160 cm, splittable to twins) · 15 sqm
Chambre Double Mini
From EUR70.1 / nightThe entry-level room and, yes, 12 m² is snug. But it's fully kitted out — free WiFi, Canal+ and sports channels, shower or bathtub, 160 cm double bed. Access to the pool and sauna is included. Fine for a one- or two-night stopover if you're not planning to spend much time in the room.
Double (160 cm) · 12 sqm
Chambre Familiale
From EUR180 / nightTwo communicating rooms that work well for families or groups — can sleep up to 6 people. Same contemporary design throughout. Ideal for a Cantal family break without breaking the bank.
Multiple (communicating configuration)
Chambre Supérieure
From EUR80.1 / night18 m² with a proper shower, 160 or 180 cm double bed, full connectivity and pool access. The sweet spot for most guests — noticeably more comfortable than the Classic without jumping to a larger category.
Double (160 cm or 180 cm) · 18 sqmChambre Triple Deluxe
From EUR180 / nightA generous 30 m² room fully equipped with both a shower and a bathtub, two double beds, WiFi, Canal+ and sports TV, and pool access. The most comfortable option for couples wanting space or for three sharing.
2 Double beds · 30 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
2 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
The hotel holds the Accueil Vélo certification, meaning it caters specifically to cyclists with secure storage and relevant amenities.
The hotel is a partner in the Golfy network. Guests get access to preferential rates at the highly-regarded Haute Auvergne Golf Club nearby.
Complimentary pool access for all guests, open daily 9:00–22:00. Heated year-round.
One seminar room decorated with tartan motifs — a deliberately quirky 'So British' vibe. Available for privatisation, corporate events, and exhibitions.
The Lioran ski station is just 30 minutes from the hotel by car — a convenient base for day trips on the slopes.
The UTPMA ultra trail race through the heart of the Cantal massif actually starts on the Rue des Carmes, directly outside the hotel. A perfect base for participants.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Daily breakfast buffet from €12 per person. Includes homemade financiers and puddings, pastries, charcuterie, cheese, fresh fruit, pressed juices, cereals and muesli.
The pleasant patio/sun deck at the centre of the hotel. All 23 rooms are organised around it. Also where the restaurant terrace opens onto.
A hotel loyalty card available on request at reception. Provides benefits on return visits.
Secured motorbike garage on site. Approximately €5–7/night.
On-site private parking, bookable at reception. Approximately €5–7/day.
Complimentary for all hotel guests. Open 9:00–22:00 daily.
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