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Peniche Althea
About this property
Boasting free bikes and views of river, Peniche Althea is a recently renovated bed and breakfast situated in Avignon, 1.5 km from Papal Palace. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. Guests can access the bed and breakfast via private entrance. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is fitted with a desk and a flat-screen TV. Units have a coffee machine, a private bathroom and free WiFi, while some rooms also boast a terrace and some have garden views. At the bed and breakfast, the units come with bed linen and towels. There is a coffee shop on-site. Guests at the bed and breakfast can make the most of yoga classes offered in-house. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Avignon Central Station is 2 km from Peniche Althea, while Avignon TGV Train Station is 5 km from the property.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Garden
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Heidi
United States“Love the location, what a unique experience to stay on a boathouse on the Rhone! You can look out the window and see the level of the water right there, just below the window, it’s very quiet, we slept the best we ever slept on our entire trip,...” - Andrea
Australia“Absolutely loved the barge, it was cosy, quiet and comfortable. It was fantastic being on the water. Only about 15 minutes walk over the bridge into the old town, and only about a 5 minute walk to a bakery. There’s also a food van down near the...” - Lisette
United Kingdom“It was something completely different, lovely location in the river. Easy walk into the beautiful city.” 
Michal
Israel“The boat was a great surprise. Clean, cozy and very quiet. a wonderful view of the city from the port hole. Good air-condition, good bed and shower. The dry toilets are no problem, and we had a very good night in a good price in the most...”- David United Kingdom“Great views of the city and the river boats nice to site with your breakfast the near by campsite has a great bakery 3o min walk to town”
- Martine United Kingdom“The location is perfect. On the river with direct views of Palais des Papes. Within easy reach of the historic centre, restaurants. Direct bus to the TGV station. Great bakery and wine bar on the island.”
- Lynda United Kingdom“Great location. Quirky staying in a barge. Good to be able to relax outside with a glass of wine.”
- Debra United Kingdom“Great location, a short walk into Avignon. It was fantastic to be on the river and we enjoyed the views and how quiet it was in the evenings. The head height in the room was great, even for tall people. Wonderful welcoming staff. We would...”
- Sarah
Canada“Location was absolutely Perfect to get into the Avignon main square. Views were beautiful!!!” 
Elma
Belgium“Wonderful, unique clean stay walking distance to the city Center. Beautiful environment and free parking nearby. Nice bars around and a beautiful view from the boat on the whole town.”
Quality rating
Hosted by Séverine Durmaz - Péniche Althea
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children 3 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no extra beds available at this property.
All cots are subject to availability.
The fine print
Please note that the room is only accessible by stairs and is not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Please inform Peniche Althea in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
