Grand Hotel de la Gare

Toulon


Station hotels can be hit-and-miss in France, but this pleasant little place is a cut above the norm. It’s clean and modern, with plain white rooms, laminate floors, comfy beds, and small but serviceable bathrooms. The location is handy for both the station and town centre. The value probably reflects Toulon's tourist magnetism, but breakfast is a little steep at €11.

There’s discounted parking at the Parking de la Gare nearby (per day €8.90).


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