ibis Besancon Centre Ville

3.0 star property
Hotel in Besancon with a 24-hour front desk and a bar

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Front of property
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Courtyard view
Restaurant
Standard Room, 2 Twin Beds | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
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
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Besancon Cathedral
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Besancon Citadel
    ‪17 min walk‬

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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

  • 151 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Double Room, 1 Double Bed

  • 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

Located in Besancon Old Town, ibis Besancon Centre Ville is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Musée des Beaux-Arts et d'Archéologie and Museum of Fine Arts and Archaeology of Besancon. This 49-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • University of Franche-Comte - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Palais Granvelle - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Besancon Cathedral - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Citadel of Besancon - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Besancon Citadel - 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

Hotel in Besancon with a 24-hour front desk and a bar
Ibis Besancon Centre Ville features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and coffee in a common area. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include a computer station, free newspapers, and a gift shop.
TVs come with satellite channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Beds sport premium bedding. Other standard amenities include phones, desks, and wardrobes or closets. Housekeeping is available on request.

Languages

English, French, German

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Property amenities

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

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 431 square feet of conference space
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

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

More

  • 4 floors
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

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

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

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

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

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)
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of ALLSAFE (Accor Hotels).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
  • Photos in the property description reflect the brand standard and are shown for illustrative purposes only.

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

Are free cancellation options available at ibis Besancon Centre Ville?

Ibis Besancon Centre Ville offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at ibis Besancon Centre Ville?

As of May 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ibis Besancon Centre Ville on Jun 14, 2025 start from $81.85, excluding 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's there to do within easy reach of ibis Besancon Centre Ville?

This hotel is situated in Besancon Old Town, just steps from Musée des Beaux-Arts et d'Archéologie and Museum of Fine Arts and Archaeology of Besancon, and within a short walk of Parc Micaud. You'll also find Besancon Cathedral and Besancon Citadel less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at ibis Besancon Centre Ville?

Yes, there is accessible parking and electric car charging available.

Does ibis Besancon Centre Ville include a casino at the property?

No, ibis Besancon Centre Ville doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at ibis Besancon Centre Ville?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at ibis Besancon Centre Ville?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding and a turndown service as well as a bar.

Are there hot tubs at ibis Besancon Centre Ville?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does ibis Besancon Centre Ville have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, ibis Besancon Centre Ville serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its snack bar.

Does ibis Besancon Centre Ville allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at ibis Besancon Centre Ville for a fee of EUR 5 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does ibis Besancon Centre Ville have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at ibis Besancon Centre Ville?

No, at ibis Besancon Centre Ville, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

ibis Besancon Centre Ville Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 155 out of 352 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 165 out of 352 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 352 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 352 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 352 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn, Haymarket, Va

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This property is in a great location close to the historic district. There are a lot of restaurants and shopping nearby. The room was very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good location, close to pretty much all the places of interest in the old town. Very clean room with a spacious bathroom that is rare for a three star hotel. Super helpful staff. Good breakfast for under 10 euros. Secured parking on the premise for a very reasonable fee. Would stay at this Ibis again.