Hôtel de la Poste à Avallon, Bourgogne  

In the heart of Avallon, minutes from the Tour de l'Horloge and Musée de l'Avallonnais. This 4-star hotel sits near Parc des Chaumes and the Vézelay Abbey — a compact base for Burgundy escapes.

A small property with 29 air-conditioned rooms that blend classic French touches with modern comforts. Rooms feature flat-screen TVs, satellite channels, hair dryers and complimentary toiletries, with irons and cribs available on request. Pamper options include onsite body treatments.

On-site bar and restaurant, room service (limited hours), spa-style body treatments, complimentary wireless internet and free self-parking. Babysitting/childcare is available for families (surcharge) — an easy family-friendly pick.

Two meeting rooms and complimentary wireless internet make small events and remote work straightforward. Front-desk service is available during limited hours.

The hotel’s restaurant serves Cajun/Creole cuisine for lunch and dinner, with room service during limited hours. Sip a drink at the in-house bar and soak up the local vibe.