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tourist attraction · Avignon, France

Hotels near Palais des Papes

The Palais des Papes in Avignon, Southern France, is one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe. Once a fortress and palace, the papal residence was a seat of Western Christianity during the 14th century. Six papal conclaves were held in the Palais, leading to the elections of Benedict XII in 1334, Clement VI in 1342, Innocent VI in 1352, Urban V in 1362, Gregory XI in 1370 and Benedict XIII in 1394. In 1995, the Palais des Papes was classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its outstanding architecture and historical importance for the papacy.

9 hotels within 5km of Palais des Papes in Avignon, France, including 3 properties rated 4 stars or higher. The closest is Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes, about 0.1km away.

3 of the 9 hotels are within a short walk — under 1km of Palais des Papes. 3 of the 9 are rated 4-star or higher.

9 hotels within 5km

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Which hotel is closest to Palais des Papes?

Mercure Avignon Centre Palais des Papes is the closest hotel we track, about 0.1km from Palais des Papes.

How many hotels are within walking distance of Palais des Papes?

3 of the 9 hotels we compare sit within a short walk — under 1km.

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