Property Description
Welcome at the Best Western Signature Collection Literary Hotel Alexandre Vialatte of Clermont-Ferrand.Literary Hotel Alexandre Vialatte is located on Place Delille, « une place ombragée de platanes au coeur même de Clermont-Ferrand », mentioned the author in L'Auvergne absolue. We think an ideal starting point to discover the city where Vialatte lived for a couple of years is at Basilica Notre-Dame du Port which is considered a Roman Art gem and which is at the bottom of the historical centre of Clermont.The 4 star hotel is very comfortable with its 62 rooms and benefits from incredible views on the roofs of Clermont-Ferrand. It offers a terrace on the 6th floor that has a 180° view of the Puy de Dôme as well as the Puys mountains and the Cathedral rooftops which are sprinkled with arrows.Additional benefits: a pay underground car-park (height restricted to 1.90 m and subject to availability); coach stop in front of the hotel; bicycle hire available only a few paces away, for varying lengths of time; the Delille-Montlosier Tram station is only 50 m away; SNCF railway station 800 m away; and Clermont-Ferrand/Aulnat Airport 7 km or 4 miles away, 15 minutes by car. Seminar room and reception areas until 250 persons.Vialatte left his mark on the town of Clermont and the region of Auvergne by giving the newspaper “la Montagne” 900 of his short stories that ended up shaping its literary genre. Team literary hotels wanted to pay him the best homage possible, in the hope that all the hotel guests would discover him and enjoy his work as much as he does, whether from the region of Auvergne or from elsewhere.In addition to having a number, the 62 bedrooms in the Literary Hotel Alexandre Vialatte are named after a character from a novel, a short story, a translation, a friend or a place in Auvergne.In every bedroom there's a text to help the visitors understand how the name was picked in the life and work of Alexandre Vialatte and also there are quotes from his books and correspondence.Our watercolourist, Jean Aubertin, who has already done work for the Swann and the Gustave Flaubert, has done a unique watercolour for every bedroom in the spirit of Vialatte's style.The Best Western Signature Collection Literary Hotel Alexandre Vialatte has private rooms for 15 to 250 people in Clermont-Ferrand. You have specific aims for every meeting or seminar.Want to do something different?We can also offer incentive activities: visit the town of Clermont-Ferrand on a Mobilboard, nature outings in the surrounding area, evening entertainments at the hotel such as casino evenings, magicians, psychics and so on.Other tailor made servicesBusiness breakfasts, cocktail evenings, business lunches or just hire of special audio and video equipment.Get in touch and we will design a service package to meet your company's requirements within your budget.LibraryLiterary Hotel Alexandre Vialatte's library has over 500 books that are available to all of its guests. The writer's short stories are available in paperback books as are more rare editions for the bibliophiles.For receptions, marriages, baptisms, birthdays or to organise a meal with friends, the Best Western PLUS Literary Hotel in Clermont-Ferrand can offer a number of private rooms with capacity from 15 to 250 people.
Details / Other Expenses
| Check In: | 03:00 |
| Check Out: | 12:00 |
| Year of Last Renovation: | 2017 |
| Floors: | 6 |
| Rooms: | 63 |
| Corridors: | Both Interior and Exterior Hallways |
| Non Smoking Rooms: | 62 |
| Handicap Rooms: | |
| Suites: | 4 |
| Room Windows: | Windows Do Open |
| Cleaning Frequency: | Daily |
| Meeting Rooms: | 2 View Spaces |
| Banquet Space: | Holds 72 people |
| Dist. to Food/Bars: | On-site |
| Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: | 0.2 Mi |
| Dist. to Nearest Gym: | 0.3 Mi |
| Lounge/Bar Hours: | 9am-10pm |
Policies / Expenses | Nightly Parking: | 14 |
| Typical Group Deposit: | 30 % |
| Total Taxes: | 10.00% |
| Total Misc Fees: | $1.40 USD (mandatory resort fees/taxes) |
| Parking Fee: | 14.00 Per Night |
| Avg. Buffet Breakfast Cost: | 16.00 Per Night |
Amenities / Features
Airport & Shuttle Information
located 15 minutes by car
Airport Shuttle?
Sorry,
no airport shuttle available.
Breakfast Information
Buffet BreakfastMonday to Friday: 6.30 – 10.00 am.Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays: 7.30 to 11.00 am.PRICES: €16.00| Free from 0 to 12 years | €10.00 from 13 to 18 years.Breakfast at the Best Western Plus Literary Hotel Alexandre Vialatte is the one thing you should make a point of during your stay in Clermont-Ferrand! Breakfast is served as an American Buffet in our panoramic breakfast room overlooking the historic centre with the Chaîne des Puys in the background. Come and enjoy our selection of bread and Danish pastries, brioche aux pralines, espresso coffee, Damman teas, fruit juice, jam, honey, dairy products, Actimel, seasonal fruit, dried fruit, cooked meat, smoked salmon, Saint-Nectaire farm produce, cheeses, scrambled egg and hard-boiled eggs – as well as lactose and gluten free produce!Express BreakfastServed at the bar from 5.00 am – 12.00 pm: €8.00.1 hot drink, 1 Orange Juice, 1 Croissant.Breakfast in room7.30 am to 10.30 am: €16.00 per person.1 hot drink, 1 fruit j
Pet Friendly?
Sorry, pets are not allowed.
Parking Info
Car parkThere is a private, pay underground car park (subject to availability). Height limited to 1.90 m.€14.00 per night. €7.00 per night from the third nigh
Internet / WiFI
Free WifiThe hotel has unlimited Wi-Fi for wireless broadband internet access. Available throughout the hotel including rooms, halls, bar and meeting rooms.
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Suggested AI Generated Itinerary
Day 1
- Breakfast: Le Bistronome - Cozy cafe offering fresh pastries and coffee in a relaxed setting. Distance from hotel - 0.2 km walk
- Lunch: Le Tire-Bouchon - Popular bistro serving regional dishes and local wines in a friendly atmosphere. Distance from hotel - 0.3 km walk
- Dinner: La Table de l'Opera - Classic French restaurant near the theater offering seasonal menus and a refined dining experience. Distance from hotel - 0.2 km walk
- Activity: Place de Jaude - Central square with shops, statues, and lively atmosphere perfect for a morning stroll. Distance from hotel - 0.05 km walk
Day 2
- Breakfast: Cafe des Oiseaux - Light breakfast options with good coffee and pastries in a quiet corner of the center. Distance from hotel - 0.4 km walk
- Lunch: L'Atelier Gourmand - Modern bistro focusing on local ingredients and inventive plates. Distance from hotel - 0.6 km walk
- Dinner: Le Bouchon Auvergnat - Traditional Auvergne cuisine featuring hearty regional specialties and rustic charm. Distance from hotel - 0.5 km walk
- Activity: Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-l'Assomption - Impressive medieval cathedral to visit and photograph, with historic architecture. Distance from hotel - 0.8 km walk
Day 3
- Breakfast: Café du Parc - Breakfast near Jardin Lecoq with outdoor seating and generous portions. Distance from hotel - 1.2 km walk
- Lunch: Restaurant du Puy de Dôme - Casual spot near the summit or nearby visitor center offering simple meals and scenic views. Distance from hotel - 11.5 km by car
- Dinner: Les Galopins - Relaxed dinner back in Clermont with seasonal menu and local produce, ideal to end the trip. Distance from hotel - 0.7 km walk
- Activity: Puy de Dôme - Iconic volcanic dome with panoramic views, hiking trails and a panoramic train; allow half a day for visit. Distance from hotel - 11.5 km by car or 30-40 minutes including transport