Practice your best Phelps impression at the pool.

Tonnnns of eateries in the area, but Sixty-Two's modern take on classic French cuisine is a must for your to-eat list.

Hospitable digs right off the motorway, with several restaurants nearby.

Prime for strolling the lovely red-bricked city of Albi (the striking Sainte-Cecile Cathedral’s within a 10-min jaunt!).

A leisurely stroll across the Le Pont Vieux takes you to sightseeing musts like the Musée Toulouse-Lautrec & the Gothic Cathédrale d'Albi.

Red brick building blends with the rest, but stands out for comfort and convenience.

So close to everything, you won’t kick yourself (too hard) if you leave something in the room.

Gardeny setting off the A9 motorway between Perpignan and Barcelona, with perks like a gift shop and playground for the kiddos.

Ideal spot in the centre, steps from Perpignan Cathedral and a 15-min drive from the Mediterranean.

A pretty, colourful space in the centre of town - but certainly close enough to the sea, too.

Strolling distance from Place Wilson and Place Capitole, and easy access to the train and metro.

Close to public transportation for easy access to the buzz of the city centre.

Airy, modern interiors inside a stunner of a listed building in the centre, near Saint Sernin Basilica and even closer to Place du Capitole.

Packed in a hurry? Augment your wardrobe (or start over completely) with a stop at El Centre del Món (2 mins away).