Cycling Friendly Accommodation
The best Hotels, Appartments, Guest houses and Campsites
Cycling Friendly Accommodation
The best Hotels, Appartments, Guest houses and Campsites
Where to stay in Luz-Saint-Sauveur
A selection of the best Cycling Friendly accommodation in the Hautes Pyrenées
Luz-Saint-Sauveur
Luz-Saint-Sauveur – The best place to stay for easy access to the Col du Tourmalet and that’s where you will find Ardiden Velos. The official start of the climb of the Tourmalet, is directly opposite our shop in the heart of Luz St. Sauveur. It’s 19.3 km at an average gradient of 7.8% to the top! The climb to Luz Ardiden ski station starts on the opposite side of town.
St. Savin
St. Savin – Situated overlooking the Spa Town of Argeles Gazost, St. Savin is ideally located for easy access to the Col de Tourmalet, Luz Ardiden and also Col du Soulor, Col d’Aubisque and Hautacam. There are also lots of Mountain Bike trails close by.
Argeles Gazost
Argeles Gazost – Ideally situated for easy access to the Col du Soulor, Col d’Aubisque, Hautacam, Cauterets and the Pont d’Espagne. There are marked mountain bike routes nearby, covering over 1,150km of mountain bike trails and family biking along the Voie vert that follows the Gave de pau. Alongside the Voie vert, there are a lot of big camping sites with swimming pools and water slides and lots to do for families and kids, such as the “Parc animalier des Pyrénées” or the “Donjon des Aigles” in Beaucens.
Au Primerose – Ranked #1 out of 12 hotels in Argeles Gazost by Trip Advisor, Au Primerose is centrally located with easy access to all the local famous Tour de France cols. This hotel is popular with passionate cyclists from all over the world and you are sure to get a warm welcome from Philippe, the owner. For more information, go to www.au-primerose-hotel.com
Hotel les Cimes – Run by a french couple, Corinne and Christophe, the Hotel des Cimes is located just minutes from Argeles Gazost town centre. There is a sunny patio deck and peaceful garden and a heated pool and jacuzzi, perfect for relaxing after long days in the saddle. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, telephone and WiFi access. For more information go to www.hotel-lescimes.com
Hotel le Miramont – This Logis hotel is located in the lower part of Argeles Gazost, opposite the park and Casino. There is a very decent restaurant, a large garden, a patio deck and secure bike storage. All bedrooms are en-suite with TV, telephone and WiFi access. For more information go to www.hotel-argeles-gazost.com
Other Places to Stay
If you want to be closer to Lourdes or the Col d’Aspin and want to climb the Tourmalet from the east side, here are a couple of suggestions.
Cami de Bidale / Pyrenees Pursuits – More excellent cycling friendly accommodation. Located 8 km to the east of Lourdes, this 17 century Chambres d’Hotes offers bed and breakfast or self catering accommodation. Situated between the Lourdes and Bagneres-de-Bigorre valleys right on the Tourmalet loop route, it’s location makes it the perfect base for early or late season cycling and for exploring the foothills and valleys. For more information go to http://www.pyreneespursuits.com