Name: La Mirande
Address: Avignon, FR
Price range: From $760

La Mirande, AvignonLa Mirande in Avignon, France has a corrected score of 3.3 ± 0.6 (thin evidence, no platform scores), ranked 12 of 45 hotels we score in Avignon. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 4.5 before correction. Rooms from about $760 a night (cached, not a live quote).La Mirande is a five-star hotel set in the historic centre of Avignon, directly behind the Palais des Papes in Provence. The building dates from 1309 and houses 26 rooms and suites furnished in 18th-century style, with hand-printed fabrics, oak parquet, antiques and tapestries. Facilities include a Michelin-starred restaurant, a cooking school, a quiet garden, a lobby fireplace, meeting rooms and on-site shops, with room service, parking and pet-friendly stays available. Rates start around $760 a night, so it suits travellers seeking a characterful luxury stay in a landmark location rather than those on a budget. With only 26 rooms, availability can be limited in high season.What stands out

Friendly, helpful staff

Michelin-starred restaurant on site

Historic building full of character

Comfortable beds and furniture

Watch out for

Expensive, from $760 a night

Only 26 rooms, books up quickly

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