On first approach, the Hotel Alba doesn’t resemble the intimacy most visitors to Lourdes expect. But its 237 bedrooms and functional design makes it an easy option for cyclists looking for a hotel next to the River Gave.

A 2018 renovation positioned the hotel as “pyrenees bike hotel” leveraging Lourdes’ proximity to famous road cycling climbs Col d’Aubisque and Col du Tourmalet. In a full embrace of cycle tourism, the renovation included a safe storage for bikes and a setup for washing, repairing components post-ride.

For bike hire in Lourdes, look up the Bianchi models from Bike & Py – a trusted outfit located adjacent to Hôtel Alba.

More information at hotelalba.fr