Skip to main content
Get help with your reservation
List your property
Register
Sign in
  • Stays
  • Flights
  • Flight + Hotel
  • Car rentals
  • Attractions
  • Airport taxis
Coronavirus (COVID-19) support

Check for travel restrictions. Travel might only be permitted for certain purposes, and touristic travel in particular may not be allowed.

Read more

  1. Home
  2. All apartments
    Apartments
    • Spa hotels
  3. France
    Apartments
    • Hotels
  4. Centre
    Apartments
    • Hotels
  5. Tours
    Apartments
    • Hotels
    • Car rental
  6. L'essentiel (Apartment), Tours (France) Deals

  • Apartment Info & Price
  • Amenities
  • House rules
  • The fine print
  • Guest reviews (35)
  • Share on Facebook
  • Share on Twitter
We Price Match

Apartment L'essentiel

L'essentiel

18 place foire le roi, 37000 Tours, France – Excellent location – show map

Excellent location – rated 9.6/10! (score from 35 reviews)

Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions

8.5
Very Good
35 reviews
  • Facilities

    8.2

  • Cleanliness

    7.8

  • Comfort

    8.0

  • Value for money

    8.5

  • Location

    9.6

  • Total

    8.5

Comfortable accommodation, well equipped, great location with lots of cafes close by and supermarket over the road. The windows looked over a square, interesting watching all the people. The cathedral and a laundry are nearby.

Patricia Australia

Full apartment right in the middle of the old town

Anonymous Ireland

Отличное расположение, непосредственно в центре города в начале пешеходной зоны, на машине можно подъехать прямо к подъезду.

Natalia Russia

Très bon emplacement, l'appartement est très propre !Le propriétaire est très communicatif, j'y retournerai

Madalina France

La situation dans le vieux Tours, sur une jolie place. La superficie confortable de l'appartement.

Claire France

Appartement très confortable et très stylé avec parquets Situé dans rue bien animé Mais l appartement est bien insonorise

Ollivier France

Posizione centrale e possibilità di parcheggio nelle immediate vicinanze.

Simona Italy

Muy gentil el dueño atento en todo momento la ubicación muy buena y lo recomiendo el alojamiento sin duda volveré a ir mil gracias por todo

Anonymous France

Emplacement top, très bel appartement, plein de livres

Anonymous China

Excellent location!

9.6
A restaurant or other place to eat at L'essentiel
The building where the apartment is located
The building where the apartment is located
The building where the apartment is located
The building where the apartment is located
The surrounding neighborhood or a neighborhood close to the apartment
+24 photos
Close ×
L'essentiel

Lock in a great price for L'essentiel – rated 8.5 by recent guests!

to get started.

L'essentiel

8.5
Very Good
35 reviews
  • 9.6

    Excellent location!

  • What guests loved the most:
  • “Comfortable accommodation, well equipped, great location with lots of cafes close by and supermarket over the road. The windows looked over a square, interesting watching all the people. The cathedral and a laundry are nearby.”

    Patricia Australia

    “Full apartment right in the middle of the old town”

    Anonymous Ireland

    “Отличное расположение, непосредственно в центре города в начале пешеходной зоны, на машине можно подъехать прямо к подъезду.”“0”

    Translating... Translated by Booking.com - Show original Show translation
    Natalia Russia

    “Très bon emplacement, l'appartement est très propre !Le propriétaire est très communicatif, j'y retournerai”“0”

    Translating... Translated by Booking.com - Show original Show translation
    Madalina France

    “La situation dans le vieux Tours, sur une jolie place. La superficie confortable de l'appartement. ”“0”

    Translating... Translated by Booking.com - Show original Show translation
    Claire France

    “Appartement très confortable et très stylé avec parquets Situé dans rue bien animé Mais l appartement est bien insonorise”“0”

    Translating... Translated by Booking.com - Show original Show translation
    Ollivier France

    “Posizione centrale e possibilità di parcheggio nelle immediate vicinanze. ”“0”

    Translating... Translated by Booking.com - Show original Show translation
    Simona Italy

    “Muy gentil el dueño atento en todo momento la ubicación muy buena y lo recomiendo el alojamiento sin duda volveré a ir mil gracias por todo”“0”

    Translating... Translated by Booking.com - Show original Show translation
    Anonymous France

    “Emplacement top, très bel appartement, plein de livres”“0”

    Translating... Translated by Booking.com - Show original Show translation
    Anonymous China
Whole apartment
592 ft²
Size
Kitchen
City view
Bathtub

Stay in the heart of Tours – Excellent location – show map

Set right in the center of Tours, L'essentiel offers accommodations with garden views, just 0.7 mi from Basilica of Saint Martin and 0.7 mi from Vinci International Congress Center. Offering private parking, the apartment is 1,950 feet from Hotel Goüin Museum.

Boasting a DVD player, the apartment has a kitchen with a microwave, a fridge and an oven, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom with a bidet and a bath. A flat-screen TV is offered.

Languages spoken at the 24-hour front desk include English, Italian and French.

Popular points of interest near L'essentiel include Les Halles de Tours Market, Tours Cathedral and Place Plumereau. The nearest airport is Tours Val de Loire Airport, 3.1 mi from the accommodations.

This is our guests' favorite part of Tours, according to independent reviews.

We speak your language!

L'essentiel has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jun 15, 2016

What would you like to know?

Submit
No thanks

Thank you for your time

Your feedback will help us improve this feature for all of our customers

Close

We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your comment. Please try again.

Retry
Missing some information? /
Brilliant!
Show me more

Most popular amenities

Parking
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk

뀐 Located in the real heart of Tours, this property has an excellent location score of 9.6!

끸 Private parking available

Saved to 122 lists

Reliable Info
Guests say the description and photos for this property are very accurate.
Lock in a great price for your upcoming stay

Get instant confirmation with FREE cancellation at most properties on our site!

Starting April 6, 2020, your chosen cancellation policy will apply, regardless of the coronavirus. We recommend booking an option with free cancellation in case your travel plans change. Read more

Availability

We Price Match

When would you like to stay at L'essentiel?

Reservations longer than 30 nights are not possible.

Enter your dates to check availability.

Your departure date is invalid.

Check-in date
Check-out date
 
Sleeps Accommodation Type
Max adults: 4
Apartment
  • Bedroom 1: 1 full bed
  • Living room: 1 sofa bed
Something went wrong – please try again later.
+
Check-in Date
+
Check-out Date
4 properties in Tours like L'essentiel were booked in the last 12 hours on our site

Guest reviews

8.5
Very Good
35 reviews
Read more

Select topics to read reviews:

See what guests loved the most:

  • Patricia Australia

    “Comfortable accommodation, well equipped, great location with lots of cafes close by and supermarket over the road. The windows looked over a square, interesting watching all the people. The cathedral and a laundry are nearby.”

  • Anonymous Ireland

    “Full apartment right in the middle of the old town”

  • Natalia Russia

    “Отличное расположение, непосредственно в центре города в начале пешеходной зоны, на машине можно подъехать прямо к подъезду.”“0” Read more

    Translating... Translated by Booking.com - Show original Show translation
  • Madalina France

    “Très bon emplacement, l'appartement est très propre !Le propriétaire est très communicatif, j'y retournerai”“0” Read more

    Translating... Translated by Booking.com - Show original Show translation
  • Claire France

    “La situation dans le vieux Tours, sur une jolie place. La superficie confortable de l'appartement. ”“0” Read more

    Translating... Translated by Booking.com - Show original Show translation
  • Ollivier France

    “Appartement très confortable et très stylé avec parquets Situé dans rue bien animé Mais l appartement est bien insonorise”“0” Read more

    Translating... Translated by Booking.com - Show original Show translation
  • Simona Italy

    “Posizione centrale e possibilità di parcheggio nelle immediate vicinanze. ”“0” Read more

    Translating... Translated by Booking.com - Show original Show translation
  • Anonymous France

    “Muy gentil el dueño atento en todo momento la ubicación muy buena y lo recomiendo el alojamiento sin duda volveré a ir mil gracias por todo”“0” Read more

    Translating... Translated by Booking.com - Show original Show translation
  • Anonymous China

    “Emplacement top, très bel appartement, plein de livres”“0” Read more

    Translating... Translated by Booking.com - Show original Show translation

Hosted by Celvina

Host Review Score 8.9
Celvina

Celvina

The essential in the heart of the historic district ( Colbert ) is ideally placed for a visit not only a vibrant city rich in heritage, but also to discover a region world heritage . The key F2 of 55 m2 is located 25 minutes from the station on foot (10 min by tram ) in the heart of the Fair instead roi.Il ensures relatively easy parking more or less free ( 3 euros / 2h . Many parking ( Anatole France 10 euros / day , parking free of edge Loire ) are nearby. the essential features bright warm friendly environment by exposure (S -E). a clear view of the place does not lack charm. you have a bedroom with double bed, a living room with a sofa adaptable double bed , kitchenette and a bathroom with toilet. Buses and trams also allow an easy arrival .

I Celvina Shiatsu Practitioner . I suggest you according to your wishes to experience an energetic massage " Shiatsu " . This Japanese massage , derived from Chinese medicine, is practiced on a person dressed the same elongated floor on a futon ( Japanese mattress). I proceed by pressure from the palms of the hands and fingers on the whole body along energy lines ( meridians of acupuncture) to lead you to a state of letting go, relaxing and invigorating calm.

The Colbert historic district is currently one of the liveliest area of ​​Tours. Located in the heart of the square Fair King, it allows you to discover the historical aspect of the city with its monuments (Cathedral, passing the broken heart, place Plumereau, Basilica of St. Martin, Museum of Fine Arts) as well as the gastronomy region (rillettes Rillons Wines ..). In fact the area is very lively bars restaurants snacks that are sure to satisfy your taste buds (traditional French restaurant of different ranges but also restaurants Ethiopian world, Chinese Lebanese, Syrian, Japanese ...). I particularly recommend you try the walk along the Loire. c is an enchanting moment that will naturally lead you according to the tavern period (May to September). always something going on and you can dine at the water's edge or just have a drink .... For more traditional outlets you obviously theater (5 min) film (25 min), lively bars and nightclubs instead Plumereau (10 min) ....

Languages spoken: English, French, Italian

Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
Located in the historic old town

Post-and-beam houses, dating from the 15th century, fill Tours old town’s maze of medieval streets. Place Plumereau, once home to the city’s hat market, is now filled with cozy cafés.

What's nearby
  • Touraine Chamber of Commerce
    0.1 miles
  • Musée du Compagnonnage
    0.1 miles
  • Basilica of Saint-Julien
    0.2 miles
  • Château de Tours
    0.2 miles
  • Tours Cathedral
    0.2 miles
  • Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
    0.2 miles
  • Olivier Debré Contemporary Art Centre
    0.2 miles
  • Indre-et-Loire Prefecture
    0.2 miles
  • Hotel Goüin Museum
    0.3 miles
  • Museum of Natural History of Tours
    0.3 miles
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant rue colbert
    0 miles
  • Restaurant boulangerie
    0 miles
  • Cafe/Bar place plumereau
    0.3 miles
Top attractions
  • Basilica of Saint Martin
    0.4 miles
  • Tours Train Station
    0.5 miles
  • Les Halles de Tours Market
    0.6 miles
  • Chateau de Plessis-lès-Tours
    1.7 miles
  • Saint-Pierre-des-Corps Train Station
    1.7 miles
  • Ronsard House
    1.9 miles
  • Château de Villandry
    9.1 miles
Closest Airports
  • Tours Loire Valley Airport
    3 miles
  • Poitiers-Biard Airport
    58.8 miles
  • Chateauroux-Centre Airport
    61.1 miles
* All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

What would you like to know?

Submit
No thanks

Thank you for your time

Your feedback will help us improve this feature for all of our customers

Close

We're sorry, but there was an error submitting your comment. Please try again.

Retry
Are you missing any information about this area? /
Brilliant!

Amenities of L'essentiel Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities

Parking
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs € 15 per day.

  • Accessible parking
  • Street parking
  • Secure parking
Internet
  • No internet access available.

Kitchen

Freedom to eat when you want

  • High chair
  • Dining table
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Walk-in closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
Living Area

Space for everyone to be together

  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology

Fun for everyone under one roof

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Video
  • DVD player
  • TV
Room Amenities

Extra comfort

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Private entrance
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron
Pets
  • Pets are not allowed.

Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Health & Wellness Facilities
  • Yoga classes
  • Full-body massage Additional charge
  • Hand massage Additional charge
  • Head massage Additional charge
  • Foot massage Additional charge
  • Neck massage Additional charge
  • Back massage Additional charge
  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Beauty services
  • Massage Additional charge
Food & Drink
  • On-site coffee shop
  • Chocolate/Cookies
  • Bottle of water
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Outdoor & View

Enjoy the view

  • Inner courtyard view
  • Landmark view
  • Garden view
Building Characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
  • Semi-detached
Transportation
  • Public transit tickets Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Books, DVDs & music for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Books, DVDs or music for children
  • Board games/puzzles
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • French
  • Italian

What topic(s) do you want to know more about?

Submit
No thanks

Thanks for your help!

Your opinion helps us figure out what kinds of info we should ask properties for.

Back to property

Whoops! It looks like something went wrong submitting this. Try again?

Retry
Missing some info? /
Awesome!

Sustainability initiatives

This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules L'essentiel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib by request
Free
7+ years
Extra bed by request
€ 20 per person, per night

Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Please note that the property is located in an animated district, above a pub, which can be noisy until 2:00.

Please inform L'essentiel of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about L'essentiel

  • L'essentiel is 2,300 feet from the center of Tours.

  • L'essentiel has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 1 bedrooms

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The prices at L'essentiel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at L'essentiel is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • L'essentiel can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at L'essentiel (subject to availability):

    • Parking
    • Private Parking
    • Secure parking
    • Street parking
    • Accessible parking

  • Yes, L'essentiel is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • L'essentiel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Foot massage
    • Back massage
    • Yoga classes
    • Facial treatments
    • Hand massage
    • Neck massage
    • Head massage
    • Beauty services
    • Full-body massage
    • Body treatments

8.5 Very Good 35 reviews 100% real guest experiences
  • Awesome: 9+

    17

  • Good: 7 – 9

    12

  • Okay: 5 – 7

    6

  • Poor: 3 – 5

    0

  • Very Poor: 1 – 3

    0

Categories
  • Staff8.9
  • Facilities8.2
  • Cleanliness7.8
  • Comfort8.0
  • Value for money8.5
  • Location 9.6
High score for Tours

There was a problem loading the reviews.
Try again

Filters
We Price Match
We Price Match
Low rates • No booking fees • Find something cheaper? We'll refund the difference!

Search

    Error: Enter a destination to start searching.
    +
    Check-in Date
    +
    Check-out Date
    Like this one but not totally sure yet? Show similar properties

    Property questions and answers

    Looking for more info? Send a question to the property to find out more.

    Thanks! You'll receive an email as soon as the property answers your question.

    Show more

    2

    The Best of Tours

    Click here to see more properties near popular landmarks in Tours

    Convention Centers

    • Parc des Expositions Tours
    • Vinci International Congress Center

    Galleries

    • Musée des Beaux-Arts de Tours
    • Olivier Debré Contemporary Art Centre

    Golf Courses

    • Touraine Golf Course

    Institutions

    • Touraine Chamber of Commerce
    • Indre-et-Loire Prefecture
    • Tours Town Hall
    • Tours High Court

    Landmarks

    • Chateau de Plessis-lès-Tours
    • Tours Cathedral
    • Basilica of Saint-Julien

    Monuments

    • Château de Villandry
    • Basilica of Saint Martin
    • Château de Cinq Mars
    • Château de Tours

    Museums

    • Hotel Goüin Museum
    • Ronsard House
    • Musée du Compagnonnage
    • Museum of Natural History of Tours

    Parks

    • Prebendes d'Oe Gardens

    Popular Areas

    • Place Plumereau

    Shopping Areas

    • Les Halles de Tours Market

    Airports

    • Tours Loire Valley Airport (TUF) 3 miles
    • Poitiers-Biard Airport (PIS) 58.8 miles
    • Chateauroux-Centre Airport (CHR) 61.1 miles

    Train Stations

    • Saint-Pierre-des-Corps Train Station
    • Tours Train Station

    Most Popular Cities

    • Amboise
    • Chinon
    • Chenonceaux
    • Chambray-lès-Tours
    • Loches

    Save time, save money!

    Sign up and we'll send the best deals to you

    Error: Please enter a valid email address.

    Error: Oops! An error has occurred.

    Thanks! We've sent you an email so you can confirm your subscription

    List your property

    • Mobile version
    • Your account
    • Make changes online to your booking
    • Contact Customer Service
    • Become an affiliate
    • Booking.com for Business
    • Countries
    • Regions
    • Cities
    • Districts
    • Airports
    • Hotels
    • Places of interest
    • Homes
    • Apartments
    • Resorts
    • Villas
    • Hostels
    • B&Bs
    • Guest houses
    • Unique places to stay
    • Reviews
    • Unpacked: Travel articles
    • Travel communities
    • Seasonal and holiday deals
    • Car rental
    • Flight finder
    • Restaurant reservations
    • Booking.com for Travel Agents
    • Coronavirus (COVID-19) FAQs
    • About Booking.com
    • Contact Customer Service
    • Partner help
    • Careers
    • Sustainability
    • Press center
    • Safety Resource Center
    • Investor relations
    • Terms & conditions
    • Partner dispute
    • Privacy & cookie statement
    • Corporate contact
    Booking.com B.V. is based in Amsterdam in the Netherlands, and is supported internationally by 198 offices in 70 countries.
    Extranet login
    Copyright © 1996–2021 Booking.com™. All rights reserved.
     

    Booking.com is part of Booking Holdings Inc., the world leader in online travel and related services.

    • Booking.com
    • Priceline
    • Kayak
    • Agoda
    • Rentalcars
    • OpenTable
    Start of dialog content

    Verified reviews from real guests.

    We have more than 70 million property reviews, all from real, verified guests.

    How does it work?

    • 1

      It starts with a booking

      It starts with a booking

      The only way to leave a review is to first make a booking. That's how we know our reviews come from real guests who have stayed at the property.

    • 2

      Followed by a trip

      Followed by a trip

      When guests stay at the property, they check out how quiet the room is, how friendly the staff is, and more.

    • 3

      And finally, a review

      And finally, a review

      After their trip, guests tell us about their stay. We check for naughty words and verify the authenticity of all guest reviews before adding them to our site.

    If you booked through us and want to leave a review, please sign in first.

    Sign in and leave a review
    End of dialog content

    Check-in date

    Check-out date

    « »
    Su Mo Tu We Th Fr Sa
           
           
           
           
           
           
    Close calendar

    Save big in Tours

    Get exclusive Booker deals by email

    For a limited time only

    Error: Please enter a valid email address.

    Error: Oops! An error has occurred.

    Awesome! You're now subscribed


    Soon you'll receive news about top-rated hotels, irresistible deals and exciting destinations!
    Sign in to continue
    Sign in to your account
    or use one of these options
    Don't have an account yet? Create your account
    1261140,1283060,1286070,1289410,1223930,1286790,1076510,1272470,1280200,1282920,1286090,1284640,1283160,1286100,1281350,1283390,1280180,1275220,1289460,1277970,1283830,1286080