Visit Cathar Castles
Where to stay in Cathar Castles
City of Carcassonne
City of Carcassonne is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne and Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse while in the area.
Bastide Saint-Louis
Bastide Saint-Louis is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Place Carnot and Canal du Midi.
Saint-Just
While there might not be top attractions in Saint-Just, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Musée des Dinosaures 'Dinosauria' and Rodeoraft.
Hotel La Chaumiere
The Chaumiere is really the only good hotel in this area, decor feels a little set in the 1990's, but facilities are great and the set menu at the restaurant is a real treat. It has a nice casual feel and a very attentive owner/manager
Reviewed on 14 July 2025
Chateau des Ducs de Joyeuse, BW Signature Collection
We had a beautiful, large room with a canopy bed. All the furniture was elegant and antique in style. We had a huge bathroom with double sinks. The room came with robe and slippers. Our room was on the second floor reached by a spiral stone staircase. They brought our luggage to the room. Dinner ...
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Hotel Les Arcades
The building is old but our room was big and nicely updated. The hosts were very kind and secure storage for our bikes was no problem.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Villa with private pool and garden - Free Wifi. Walking distance to TOWN
We normally do the all inclusive holidays but this year decided to drive and stay in a villa. Matt the host was always available if both pre during and post our stay for any questions issue concerns we had. We were not disappointed with this property this is massive an as family of 7 we never felt ...
Reviewed on 13 Sept 2024
Villa Queen-South IT
The family and i had a fab time at the villa. The kids were in the pool all the time and we loved the amount of space the kids could roam in. The villa was lovely and it was very clean. We were greeted on site by Jean Luc who gave us run if pkace and spoke English and Theirry was welcoming maintained ...
Reviewed on 28 Aug 2024
--FAMILY HOLIDAY HOME IN CATHAR COUNTRY IN LAVELANET--
Maison propre et très fonctionnelle.Marie qui nous a donné les clefs a été adorable, tout comme la voisine.La maison est idéalement placée pour visiter les Pyrénées ariégeoises et ses environs.Nous avons passé une très bonne semaine en famille.
Reviewed on 7 Aug 2025
Popular places to visit
Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Historic Fortified City of Carcassonne during your travels in Carcassonne. While in this romantic area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Aude Gate
After visiting Aude Gate, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carcassonne. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Basilica of Saint-Nazaire
Learn about the local history of Carcassonne when you take a trip to Basilica of Saint-Nazaire. Stroll along the marina or experience the theatre scene in this relaxing area.
Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse
Learn about the local history of Carcassonne when you take a trip to Basilica of St. Nazaire and St. Celse. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Château de Puivert
After visiting Château de Puivert, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Puivert. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.
Place Carnot
You can learn about the history of Carcassonne with a trip to Place Carnot. Amble around the area's marina or experience its theatre scene.
