In the heart of Lille Centre Ville, Couvent des Minimes offers a tranquil retreat with shopping on site, a coffee shop/cafe and Le Jardin du Cloitre serving French cuisine. Enjoy in-room WiFi, dry cleaning/laundry services and unwind at the bar or explore nearby Zenith Arena Concert Hall. Guests rave about the helpful staff.
Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) - 128 min drive
Lille (XFA-Lille Flandres Train Station) - 16 min walk
Lille Flandres Station - 18 min walk
Lille (XDB-Lille Europe TGV Train Station) - 22 min walk
Rihour Station - 9 min walk
Republique Beaux Arts Station - 14 min walk
Lille Flandres Metro Station - 16 min walk
Restaurants
Péniche Archimède - 3 min walk
Au Boudin Bar - 4 min walk
Bierbuik - 6 min walk
Il Bastione - 4 min walk
Ripaille - 5 min walk
About this property
Couvent des Minimes
Couvent des Minimes puts you within a 10-minute drive of Pierre Mauroy Stadium. Guests looking for a bite to eat can check out Le Jardin du Cloitre, which serves French cuisine and is open for breakfast and lunch. Other highlights at this eco-certified hotel include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli, and a terrace. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and location. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Rihour Station is 9 minutes and Republique Beaux Arts Station is 14 minutes.
Languages
English, French, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
83 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is noon
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
One child (11 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
Babysitting*
DONE
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Onsite self parking (EUR 21 per day)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Childcare in room (surcharge)
Children's menu
What to do
Shopping
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference center (323 square feet of space)
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Wedding services
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 1990
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Piano
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Raised toilet seat
Low-height counter/sink
Grab bar near toilet
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
LCD television
Premium satellite channels
Home comfort
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
Shower/tub combination
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Le Jardin du Cloitre - This restaurant specializes in French cuisine and serves breakfast and lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.75 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 21 per person
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 40.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pet deposit: EUR 20 per night
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per day
Parking
Self parking costs EUR 21 per day
Policies
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Couvent Minimes Hotel Lille
Couvent Minimes Lille
Alliance Hotel Lille
Couvent Des Minimes - Alliance Lille Hotel Lille
Couvent Minimes Hotel
Couvent Minimes
Couvent des Minimes Hotel
Couvent des Minimes Lille
Couvent des Minimes Hotel Lille
Frequently asked questions
Does Couvent des Minimes offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Couvent des Minimes does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Couvent des Minimes?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 20 per pet, per day, and there's also a deposit of EUR 20 per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at Couvent des Minimes?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 21 per day. Parking spots may be limited. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Couvent des Minimes?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an onsite casino at Couvent des Minimes?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Barriere Lille (5-min drive) is nearby.
Are there restaurants at or near Couvent des Minimes?
Yes, Le Jardin du Cloitre offers French cuisine.
Does Couvent des Minimes have rooms with private hot tubs?
Yes, each room has a deep soaking bathtub.
What's the area around Couvent des Minimes like?
Couvent des Minimes is in Lille Centre Ville, a short 9-minute walk from Rihour Station and 8 minutes' walk from Citadel of Lille. Travelers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.
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Couvent des Minimes Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.4/10
Cleanliness
8.4/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
7.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Popular mentions
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What guests liked
Breakfast was amazing with a good selection of choices. (5 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2024
Beautifully restored historical building within walking distance of many sites and restaurants. Hôtel was very well maintained and staff were fantastic, very friendly, helpful and polite. Would very happily stay there again
Noel
Noel, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2024
Another weekend of perfection.
Couvent des Minimes always hits the spot. I never bother to even look at other hotels in Lille. Perfectly located; quiet; charming and helpful staff; beautiful building. Perfect!
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 20, 2024
Great place to explore
wendy
wendy, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 2, 2024
Amazing
Great hotel in a perfect spot! The reception staff are really nice and helpful!
Najaf
Najaf, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 10, 2024
Great Hotel
A first class experience. All staff was competent and courteous. I liked the location.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 26, 2024
The staff were incredibly helpful and made sure all of my needs were taken care of. The food at the hotel was also amazing - I couldn't get enough of the delicious meals they served. I will definitely be returning to this hotel in the future. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Adnan
Adnan, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 21, 2024
The hotel is beautiful and the staff are friendly and speak English. Excellent parking space. Only a 10 to 15 min. walk from the city center. Beautiful surroundings near the hotel. Nice, clean room and excellent breakfast. Highly recommended for a city trip.
Harriette
Harriette, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
Jul 25, 2024
This is an “Ok” hotel, breakfast isn’t the best. Overall, just an average hotel.
Ifeoma
Ifeoma, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 26, 2023
Superb location for exploring Vieux Lille. Lovely clean hotel. Perfect.
Andrew
Andrew, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 20, 2024
Very expensive dining
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 20, 2023
Charmy hotel
Beautiful hotel, with interesting history. Mix of old with modern. Very happy employees made the stay pleasant to our family.
L DE
L DE, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Oct 14, 2024
We couldn’t sleep due to the room being too warm and checked out early
Geoffrey
Geoffrey, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 4, 2024
Stayed for the olympics.
Blaise.at the frony desk was very helpful.
Rooms needed some air conditioing
Bradley
Bradley, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 28, 2024
very nice
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 10, 2025
The property was clean and tidy and has a nice bar area with a lovely and helpful bar lady called Aurelian. The rooms were comfy but rather poorly lit - impossible to read a book in bed.
On arrival we were given two double rooms but had booked two twins. This took about 50 minutes to resolve and the reception staff did not apologise but seemed to think they had done us a favour! They were generally rather offhand. On our second night one was working in the bar area taking up a table and having a very loud online conversation.
jennifer
jennifer, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 12, 2023
I have great time with my family ,thank you
Lushai
Lushai, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 5, 2024
Rooms a little dated.
Neil
Neil, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 24, 2023
Great location and service. A bit dated and toilet requires a bit more cleaning. Otherwise very good breakfast and ambience
Dinesh
Dinesh, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
Sep 16, 2024
There is no priority for the hotel guests to have dinner. Had to stay in a row for more than 30/40 min.
Food was not tasty. Served cold…
Trevon
Trevon, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 12, 2023
Very satisfied
Very good value for money, with all one needs, including air conditioning, comfy bed, tea and coffee making facilities, and a safe. In an excellent position as well.
Catherine
Catherine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 5, 2023
Have you ever stayed in a hotel that was BETTER than the photos? Neither had I... until I stayed here. It's stunning inside and out. Large,spacious bedroom with a comfortable bed and a delicious breakfast. Fab area to explore Lille a pied.
jeanine
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 22, 2023
Great location with clean and welcoming rooms
The hotel is conveniently located. It is very close to the historic Citadel, now a large park with a zoo and amusement park, and fantastic for walks and runs.
The hotel is a short walk to the centre of Lille and about a 20 mins leisurely walk from the Eurostar station.
The hotel has been modernised. The rooms are clean and welcoming and very quiet. The bar served a good range of alocollic and non-alcoholic cocktails and drinks. Breakfast was included in our booking and there was a good variety.
We found the staff friendly.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 12, 2023
Lovely building. Some rooms a little dark. Not all rooms have air con.
Verified traveler
2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Dec 10, 2023
Nice atmosphere, great location 10 min. walkcentre. And parking when you are on time.
We had a twin room quite spacious on the 3rd floor. Only when opening windows for fresh air at night music comes up the atrium. And note: bathtub was very high getting in for a shower. Hotel should mention this by booking! We had no problem but older people...And there is a safety handel missing in the bath to hold when you get out it is bit unsafe.
Ivonne
Ivonne, 2-night trip
4/10 Fair
Mar 26, 2023
A neglected two star for the price of four.
The hotel opened 33 years ago and it shows. It’s like time had stopped. Everything is tired and rundown, the floor carpet in the worst condition I have ever seen, the whole architecture concept old fashioned to say the least. All for the price of a four star that the hotel still claims to be. Just avoid it until they renovate it (construction to start next year, they told me). For info: parking overnight costs 21 euros (which we were not properly informed about at arrival).