Préfecture Travel Guide

Caen

An ornate room with a large chandelier, a sofa, and a table with flowers.
A grand hall with ornate ceiling and chandeliers, long tables, and red chairs.
A detailed octagonal ceiling with a central floral pattern surrounded by geometric designs.
Illuminated sculptures in a square with historic buildings in the background.

Stay near popular Préfecture attractions

Congress Centre

8.6/10 (22 reviews)
Learn about the events happening in Congress Centre during your trip to Caen. Stroll along the waterfront or seek out the local tours.
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Things to do

Caen Memorial Ticket/Pass Exploration Museum

Caen: Memorial Museum Ticket with D-Day Landings Audio Tour & Map

£23
per adult
Caen: Memorial Museum Ticket with D-Day Landings Audio Tour & Map
Best Intro to Caen in 2 hours with a Local

Best Intro to Caen in 2 hours with a Local

£67
per adult
Best Intro to Caen in 2 hours with a Local
Canadian DDAY Sites Full Day Tour from Bayeux

Canadian DDAY Sites Full Day Tour from Bayeux

£119
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Canadian DDAY Sites Full Day Tour from Bayeux
Private Tour to Discover the Treasures of Caen

Private Tour to Discover the Treasures of Caen

£46
per adult
Private Tour to Discover the Treasures of Caen
Caen: Magic Team Escape Game in Town

Caen: Magic Team Escape Game in Town

£59
per traveller
Caen: Magic Team Escape Game in Town
Escape Game Outdoor Theme Team Heist in Caen

Escape Game Outdoor Theme Team Heist in Caen

£59
per traveller
Escape Game Outdoor Theme Team Heist in Caen
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Top hotels in Préfecture

ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique

ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique

3 out of 5
33 Rue De Bras Caen Calvados
The price is £105 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
£105
5 Sept - 6 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Caen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Popular attractions Maison des Quatrans and Normandy Museum are located ...
8.4/10 Very good! (269 reviews)
"we thoroughly enjoyed our stay!"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique
Grand Hôtel du Luxembourg & Spa

Grand Hôtel du Luxembourg & Spa

4 out of 5
25 Rue Des Bouchers Bayeux Calvados
The price is £115 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£115
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Bayeux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Grand Hôtel du Luxembourg & Spa
Village Normandy Garden Pierre & Vacances

Village Normandy Garden Pierre & Vacances

3 out of 5
Garden Club Branville Calvados
The price is £96 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£96
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf residence in Branville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the property condition in their reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very good! (462 reviews)
"Excellent for family vacations! We couldn’t have been happier."

Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026

Village Normandy Garden Pierre & Vacances
Brit Hotel Caen Nord - Mémorial

Brit Hotel Caen Nord - Mémorial

3 out of 5
36 Ave Montgomery Caen Calvados
The price is £69 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£69
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Caen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (616 reviews)
"Good location for visiting WWII sites. Outside of city center, close to main roads. No elevator, so this means lifting your luggage by your self up the stairs if your room is on the first or second floor."

Reviewed on 2 Aug 2026

Brit Hotel Caen Nord - Mémorial
Churchill Hotel Bayeux Centre

Churchill Hotel Bayeux Centre

3 out of 5
14-16 rue Saint Jean Bayeux
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £148 per night from 29 Aug to 30 Aug
£148
29 Aug - 30 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bayeux. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (584 reviews)
"Great location for seeing the sights. Within walking distance to all Paris has to offer. Would stay at location again!"

Reviewed on 4 Aug 2026

Churchill Hotel Bayeux Centre
Best Western Hotel de la plage Normandie

Best Western Hotel de la plage Normandie

3 out of 5
1 rue Devonshire Regiment Asnelles Calvados
The price is £82 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
£82
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Asnelles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Best Western Hotel de la plage Normandie
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Where to stay in Préfecture

Find the best Préfecture areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cathedral with a tall spire, surrounded by buildings and a green park.

Caen City Centre

Monuments, beaches and museums are just a few things travellers enjoy about Caen City Centre. Check out Normandy Museum or Caen Castle while you're exploring the area.

A waterfront cityscape with a calm river reflecting buildings and cars.

Port of Caen

Restaurants, shopping and beaches highlight some of the notable features of Port of Caen. Make a stop by Port de plaisance de Caen while you're exploring.

A historic stone building with a red door, a large tree, and a church spire in the background.

Quartier du château

Unique features of Quartier du château include the historical sites and restaurants. Make a stop by Normandy Museum or Caen Castle while you're exploring the area.

A historic stone building with intricate carvings and a large arched structure.

Saint-Jean

Saint-Jean is well liked for its monuments. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Caen area, you might plan a trip to Normandy Museum or Caen Castle.

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Théâtre

Well liked for its restaurants and historical sites, you might stop by Normandy Museum and Caen Castle while you're exploring Théâtre and the surrounding neighbourhoods.

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