Spa and Wellness Hotels in Orléans

I like the Hôtel de l'Abeille for its early 20th-century building and its place in a pedestrian area of central Orléans. Rooms are spread over four floors, reached by stairs, and each has its own decor, free Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom. There is a garden and a solarium on the top floor. Fans are provided in every room.

Empreinte Hotel & Spa is the Orléans boutique hotel I would suggest to families who want comfort by the water: it stands on the banks of the Loire, ideal for an evening walk with children. Rooms have a bathtub or a walk-in shower, useful at bath time for little ones, along with a minibar and courtesy tray. Junior Suites and Suites add a balneotherapy bath and river views, and parents can enjoy the wellness facilities.

Novotel Orléans Centre Gare is a modern four-star near the Gare d'Orléans, and its indoor swimming pool is a year-round treat for children whatever the weather. Rooms are soundproofed and air-conditioned with private bathrooms and free WiFi. Adults can use the sauna and fitness centre, and the terrace, restaurant and coffee shop keep meals simple, with local specialities at breakfast. Guests rate it 8.4 out of 10 across more than 1,900 reviews.

Urban Jungle Hôtel is a central Orléans option I would give families arriving by train, since the station and the République tram stop are a short walk away. With 33 rooms served by a lift, moving a stroller or luggage upstairs is easy. Rooms have private bathrooms and free Wi-Fi, and the buffet breakfast is served daily. There is no on-site parking, but guests get a reduced rate at a nearby public car park.

Novotel Orléans Chemins de Sologne sits in a large park 15 minutes south of central Orléans, which gives families plenty of outdoor space. Children have a playground and an outdoor swimming pool, and there is a tennis court for a game together. Rooms have private bathrooms and free WiFi, and the restaurant and bar mean no need to drive out for dinner. Free private parking makes arriving by car simple. Guests rate it 7.9 out of 10 across more than 1,800 reviews.

Mercure Orléans Centre Bords de Loire is a hotel I would suggest to families who come by car and want to stay in the city centre: secure outdoor and covered parking avoids the hunt for a space. Rooms are soundproofed and air-conditioned, and many look out over the Loire, a pleasant view for children at breakfast. The on-site restaurant saves searching for dinner after a day out, and parents get free access to the fitness room.

Appart'hôtel Odalys City Orléans Centre offers soundproofed studios with a kitchenette, a seating area and free WiFi, a practical set-up for families who want to prepare their own meals. It is 700 metres from the historic centre, so the Maison de Jeanne d'Arc and Sainte-Croix Cathedral are a short walk with children. A fitness centre and a laundry service are available, and pets are welcome.