Hôtel d’Argouges

Bayeux


Occupying a very stately 18th-century residence with a lush little garden, this graceful and serene hotel has 28 comfortable rooms with exposed beams, thick walls and Louis XVI–style furniture, plus very welcoming and professional service, with excellent English spoken. The breakfast room, hardly changed since 1734, still has its original wood panels and parquet floors.

Breakfast is €13.50. During the low season, prices dip as low as €75/85 for a single/double.


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