Carcassonne Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A medieval castle surrounded by vineyards.
A historic castle with turrets, a moat, and blooming pink flowers in the foreground.
A town with terracotta-roofed buildings, lush greenery, and distant mountains under a clear sky.
A medieval castle with multiple towers and a stone bridge.
A medieval stone wall with crenellated battlements and conical towers.

Where to stay in Carcassonne

Find the best Carcassonne areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic stone castle with multiple towers and a cobblestone pathway leading to an arched entrance.

City of Carcassonne

City of Carcassonne is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne and Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse while in the area.

A medieval castle with multiple towers, a stone wall, and a bridge.
Photo by Jim Lewis
Open Photo by Jim Lewis

Bastide Saint-Louis

Bastide Saint-Louis is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place Carnot and Maison des Memoires.

Mercure Carcassonne la Cite Hotel

Mercure Carcassonne la Cite Hotel

4 out of 5
18, Rue Camille Saint-Saens Carcassonne Aude
The price is 4.547.069 ₫ per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
4.547.069 ₫
5.187.027 ₫ total
6 Aug - 7 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carcassonne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (339 reviews)
"Very clean, staff very friendly, perfect location to visit La Cité. We parked our 7 mtr Motorhome easily. Gardens were a treat. Everything was well maintained. Great food and good selection of wines. Would definitely recommend and will visit again."

Reviewed on 11 Jul 2026

Mercure Carcassonne la Cite Hotel
Campanile Carcassonne Est La Cite

Campanile Carcassonne Est La Cite

3 out of 5
Rue Camille Flammarion Carcassonne Aude
The price is 1.859.071 ₫ per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
1.859.071 ₫
2.192.338 ₫ total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carcassonne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Air conditioning felt great, and front desk staff were very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026

Campanile Carcassonne Est La Cite
Hôtel Le Donjon - Coeur de la Cité Médiévale

Hôtel Le Donjon - Coeur de la Cité Médiévale

4 out of 5
2 Rue du Comte Roger Carcassonne Aude
The price is 4.842.040 ₫ per night from 25 Jul to 26 Jul
4.842.040 ₫
5.511.358 ₫ total
25 Jul - 26 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Carcassonne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Was a great experience, friendly staff, nice accommodations and parking/luggage service"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Hôtel Le Donjon - Coeur de la Cité Médiévale
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Comfort Aparthotel Carcassonne

Comfort Aparthotel Carcassonne

3 out of 5
14 Route de Villemoustaussou Carcassonne Carcassonne
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Carcassonne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Parc du Père Noël and Musée ...
8/10 Very good! (597 reviews)
"A Very good choice. Clean, friendly and a great price."

Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Comfort Aparthotel Carcassonne
Cerise Carcassonne Sud

Cerise Carcassonne Sud

3 out of 5
1 Rue Darius Milhaud Carcassonne
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Carcassonne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (1,159 reviews)
"The host was extraordinarily helpful and friendly! We had an amazing experience and loved the accommodations."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026

Cerise Carcassonne Sud
Résidence Carmina

Résidence Carmina

29 Av. du Général Leclerc Carcassonne Aude
Stay at this aparthotel in Carcassonne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Chapeau Rouge and Narbonnaise Gate are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (81 reviews)
"The hotel is very clean and very convenient to Carcassonne castle. Enjoyed the AC. Only one of the staff spoke English, but it wasn't really a problem. All the staff was helpful. We were there for the start of the Tour in 2026. We ate breakfast in town, so no review of their breakfast. The only real ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2026

Résidence Carmina
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Stay near popular Carcassonne attractions

A historic castle with yellow stripes and a spiral staircase.
Photo by Matthew Rowe
Open Photo by Matthew Rowe

Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne

10.0/10 (59 reviews)
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne during your travels in Carcassonne. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
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