Novotel Tours Centre Gare

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Novotel Tours Centre Gare sits just 200 meters from Tours train station and the Vinci Convention Centre, placing you at the heart of the Loire Valley and only a short walk from riverside trails, charming historic quarters, and the vibrant city centre—offering modern comfort and unmatched access to both the race course and local attractions.

Modern and welcoming, the hotel’s façade opens into a lobby that combines contemporary design with warm, natural light. Comfortable seating and a stylish reception area create a calm, focused atmosphere—perfect for quiet stretch sessions or final race-day planning.

Your stay includes a generous buffet breakfast, offering hot dishes, fresh pastries, fruit, and regional specialties—ideal early fuel before your race or training session.

The hotel includes a fully equipped fitness room, as well as secure bike storage—ensuring you can warm up right where you’re staying. While there’s no full spa, services like dry cleaning and luggage storage streamline your arrival and departure so you can stay focused on recovery. The nearby Parc Honoré de Balzac and riverside paths are excellent for dynamic stretching or cooldown routines.

Rooms are spacious, quiet (despite the nearby train station), and thoughtfully designed with air conditioning, a silent mini-fridge, premium beds, work desk, safe, and eco-conscious toiletries.

Hotel Features

  • Steps from the train station – convenient for arrival, departure, or pre-race recon.
  • Buffet breakfast included – dependable morning nutrition to kickstart your performance.
  • Silent mini-fridge in-room – perfect for storing recovery snacks or hydration.
  • Secure bike storage – peace of mind for your equipment, plus walk-to-Expo convenience.
  • Close to riverside trails & parks – ideal for open-warmups or cooldown stretches.

Key Locations

Tours 3.6 KM from event
  • IRONMAN 70.3 Tours Metropole (Start: River Cher, Finish: Parc des Expositions): The river swim presumably launches from central riverside; the indoor finish at the exhibition park is 3.6 km away, less than a 10-minute drive.
  • Nearest Airport – Tours Val de Loire (TUF): Approximately 6.8 km (~10–15 minutes by car).
  • Nearest Train Station – Tours Centre: Just outside your door—200 meters from check-in to platform.
  • Nearby Points of Interest:
  • Vinci Convention Centre: 0.2 km (~2 minutes)
  • Musée des Beaux-Arts: 0.5 km (~6 minutes)
  • Saint-Gatien Cathedral & Prébendes Garden: 0.7–0.8 km (~10 minutes)
  • University of Tours: 1.1 km (~14 minutes)
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