Bourges, France
Hôtel de Bourbon - Mercure Bourges Centre
Restored seventeenth-century abbey
Bourges, France
Renovated
2018
Price
$$
Rated for
Heritage Social LocalOutside the door
The house
AccorRestored seventeenth-century abbey
The seventeenth-century monastic property surrounds private parkland, setting a quiet provincial pace just outside the historic center.
What it’s good at
Notable
A seventeenth-century Augustinian abbey conversion with dinner served under vaulted stone ceilings.
What they say
Michelin Selected
Michelin
Its rooms, perhaps surprisingly, are contemporary through and through, both in form and in function; among the other inducements are Les Petits Plats du Bourbon, the bistro-style restaurant, and Le 62, the bar, specializing in whiskey, wine, and Champagne.
Right in the middle
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
The manicured Prés Fichaux gardens sit next door, and the historic town center is a short walk south.
The rooms
Rooms take a thoroughly contemporary approach behind the historic stone, finished with clean lines and modern bathrooms.
The gym
Cardio machines and weights sit tucked beneath the sloping attic ceiling and exposed timber beams.
At the table
Pastries and coffee are served under the abbey's stone arches, and tables spill outside onto the gravel garden terrace.
How it began
The former abbey survived the French Revolution as a sailcloth factory before welcoming its first hotel guests in 1991.
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The medals
Gold
Extremely rare. Sets the global standard.
Silver
Brilliant execution. And we’re picky.
Bronze
They did this well. You’ll notice.
Listed
A defining trait. Makes the hotel what it is.
The eight vibes
Design
Built around a vision. Even the door handles have a designer.
Luxe
Cared for at every turn. The bath is drawn before you ask.
Local
It could only be here. You wake up knowing where you are.
Social
Where the city goes out. The bar is full and the night is young.
Heritage
A building with a story. Once a palace, a monastery, a station.
Wellness
You leave feeling new. Rest, sweat, soak and sleep like a stone.
Classic
The city grew up with it. Same rituals, same regulars, same bar.
Resort
A world of its own. Something to do from breakfast to nightcap.
The scene
Lively
Where things happen: restaurants, shops, people.
Central
Well-located: walkable to some things, a short ride to more.
Quiet
Away from the crowds. Getting around takes intention.
Secluded
A place apart: the property is the destination.