Mercure Limoges Royal Limousin

In central Limoges, a short stroll from Church of St-Pierre-du-Queyroix and minutes from Church of St-Michel-des-Lions. Close to Place de la Republique, Champ de Juillet Park, Place de la Motte, Saint-Étienne Cathedral, the medieval Boucherie district, Bénédictins Station and the Adrien Dubouché National Museum.

A retro-style hotel with spacious bedrooms and a simple, retro-chic vibe. Roughly 76 guestrooms feature minibars, LCD TVs and private bathrooms with tubs or showers. Some rooms have balconies overlooking Place de la Republique or the cityscape; desks and complimentary bottled water add practical comfort.

Olympic-size swimming pool and an on-site bar. Breakfast highlights regional produce and there's a gift shop/newsstand and ski storage on the property. Steps away from the Saint-Lazare 18-hole golf course—wake up to square or city views from balcony rooms.

Meeting and conference facilities with five meeting rooms and up to about 5,382 sq ft (500 m²) of event space. Business center on site, express check-in/ check-out and complimentary wireless internet to keep things running smoothly.

Breakfast focused on regional produce and local flavors. A bar/lounge serves drinks, and limited-hour room service is available for later bites.