History buffs (like us) and the generally curious (uh, also us) will definitely want to make the short drive to explore the historical centre.

You’re an easy 5-min stroll from the famed Notre Dame Cathedral (hence the name). Quick, do the tour, then head for the Champagne tasting rooms.

from Avenue de Champagne, you will discover, gathered on a single street of 1km5, the great Champagne houses that make the reputation of the city. Cellar visits and tastings await you on this avenue.

Welcome to champagne country. Use the free WiFi to map out your vineyard tours.

Hangry? Find food options that hit the spot, right in-house.

Only a 10-min walk to the centre, or better yet, take the free shuttle (Tues-Thurs).

The boldly whimsical interiors were inspired by the vineyards of Champagne.

Free WiFi keeps us from getting the tech withdrawal shakes.

Fantastic base to explore all that the region has to offer, much of which is grape-related.

Rooftop Il Duom affords iconic views of the Cathedral of Reims and ace Italian fare.

Keep the bubbly flowing. You’re in Champagne country. Taste your way through the region’s (appropriately) famous tasting rooms.

Enjoy the panoramic lake views from your balcony or the restaurant – or get up close with a jaunt on the walking paths or hop the house bikes.

Cheery, light-filled reception area rocks a primary (mostly red) palette – making it impossible to not perk up, no matter how exhausting your day was.

Close to plenty of shops and restaurants and near the motorway for effortless day trippin'.

Let’s just say these 17th-century digs have quite the history. Racine, La Fontaine and Cocteau have stayed here. And it’s where Napoleon met his wife(!).