Title: HOTEL MYOSOTIS Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=2032&destination=Lourdes%2C+Hautes-Pyr%C3%A9n%C3%A9es%2C+France&selected=112664017&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # HOTEL MYOSOTIS ## Photo gallery for HOTEL MYOSOTIS ![Front of property - HOTEL MYOSOTIS (Lourdes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112664100/112664017/7128197e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - HOTEL MYOSOTIS (Lourdes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112664100/112664017/ae7da535.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi - HOTEL MYOSOTIS (Lourdes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112664100/112664017/2a0adebf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi - HOTEL MYOSOTIS (Lourdes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112664100/112664017/547a5fad.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Classic Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi - HOTEL MYOSOTIS (Lourdes)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112664100/112664017/91c5e837.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Close to Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary and Massabielle Grotto, HOTEL MYOSOTIS has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Popular amenities - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Mar 17 - Mar 18](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=112664017&PinnedHotelID=112664017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-17&endDate=2026-03-18&selected=112664017&PinnedHotelID=112664017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Mar 18 - Mar 19](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=112664017&PinnedHotelID=112664017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-18&endDate=2026-03-19&selected=112664017&PinnedHotelID=112664017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Mar 20 - Mar 22](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=112664017&PinnedHotelID=112664017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-20&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=112664017&PinnedHotelID=112664017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Mar 27 - Mar 29](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=112664017&PinnedHotelID=112664017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&selected=112664017&PinnedHotelID=112664017&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed 2 beds 3+ beds Showing 5 of 5 rooms ### View all photos for Classic Single Room ![Classic Single Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112664100/112664017/3217867d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Single Room - 183 sq ft - Sleeps 1 - 1 Single Bed ### View all photos for Classic Double Room ![Classic Double Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112664100/112664017/91c5e837.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Double Room - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Classic Twin Room ![Classic Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112664100/112664017/2a0adebf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Twin Room - Sleeps 2 - 2 Single Beds ### View all photos for Classic Triple Room ![Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112664100/112664017/547a5fad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Triple Room - Sleeps 3 - 1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed ### View all photos for Classic Triple Room ![Desk, soundproofing, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112670000/112664100/112664017/547a5fad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Triple Room - Sleeps 3 - 3 Single Beds ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. 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[Visit our Lourdes travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lourdes.dx2032) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C43.09425%2C-0.05557&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=3pH3LysFB4ZaOJvfWdTmUdbnFYo=) 1 Avenue Monseigneur Rodhain, Lourdes, Hautes-Pyrénées, 65100 ### What's nearby - ![Basilica of St. Pius X which includes a church or cathedral and interior views as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110538/79bc09df-a16b-4459-84df-941ee01ddb17.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Basilica of St. Pius X 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - ![Rosary Basilica featuring interior views, heritage elements and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138705/59419d8f-035e-4842-a5e3-9fe1b75e3fc9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - ![Grotte of Massabielle showing religious aspects as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110536/4304dce8-89fa-4558-b8d7-d27139ff1f80.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Massabielle Grotto 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - ![Notre-Dame de l\'Immaculee-Conception showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6110540/1e15cad4-3371-4d4f-b6de-ef01604a49eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Basilica of the Immaculate Conception 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Lourdes Station 19 min walk - Lourdes (LDE-Tarbes - Lourdes - Pyrenees Intl.) 27 min drive ### Restaurants - Café Royal 4 min walk - Hotel Gallia et LondreS 4 min walk - Asian Delices 3 min walk - Hotel Sainte Rose 3 min walk - Cafe Jeanne D'arc 4 min walk ## About this property ### HOTEL MYOSOTIS Hotel near Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary Located close to Massabielle Grotto, HOTEL MYOSOTIS has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - Free self-parking - Continental breakfast (surcharge) and a vending machine Room features All 50 rooms include comforts such as free WiFi and sound-insulated walls. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers - Heating, limited housekeeping and desks ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2730000/2727400/2727335/6f9abee2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Majestic Lourdes - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available 8.0 Very good 753 reviews £31 includes taxes & fees 21 Mar - 22 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-21&endDate=2026-03-22&selected=2727335&PinnedHotelID=2727335&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1360000/1356300/1356270/b8b7949f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Continental Lourdes - Free Wi-Fi - Breakfast available - Parking available - Business services 8.2 Very good 535 reviews £51 includes taxes & fees 16 Apr - 17 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-16&endDate=2026-04-17&selected=1356270&PinnedHotelID=1356270&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Seasonal outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2643600/2643580/edded4cb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfort Aparthotel Lourdes L'Acacia Lourdes - Pool - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included 8.2 Very good 755 reviews £47 includes taxes & fees 30 Mar - 31 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-30&endDate=2026-03-31&selected=2643580&PinnedHotelID=2643580&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Suite (Privilege) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1120000/1114900/1114863/fbdc7d42.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Grand Hotel Gallia & Londres Lourdes - Spa - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.6 Excellent 435 reviews £121 includes taxes & fees 26 Mar - 27 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-26&endDate=2026-03-27&selected=1114863&PinnedHotelID=1114863&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Front of property – evening/night](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/975000/974917/055136a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Adonis Lourdes Lourdes - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Breakfast available - Business services 7.6 Good 149 reviews £30 includes taxes & fees 22 Mar - 23 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-22&endDate=2026-03-23&selected=974917&PinnedHotelID=974917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75030000/75026000/75025974/2b715bbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel CORONA Lourdes Lourdes - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant 6.6 68 reviews £50 includes taxes & fees 11 Apr - 12 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-11&endDate=2026-04-12&selected=75025974&PinnedHotelID=75025974&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3820000/3814800/3814711/acc9e755.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hôtel Atrium Mondial Lourdes - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Restaurant - Air-conditioning 8.6 Excellent 293 reviews £56 includes taxes & fees 3 Apr - 4 Apr [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-03&endDate=2026-04-04&selected=3814711&PinnedHotelID=3814711&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103580000/103576800/103576713/w744h701x0y0-7065826f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### N.D. 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Fees may include applicable taxes: - An effective city/local tax rate of 7.20 per cent will be charged We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 7 for adults and from EUR 4 for children - Nearby parking fee: EUR 5 per day (1312 ft away) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### Property is also known as HOTEL MYOSOTIS Hotel HOTEL MYOSOTIS LOURDES HOTEL MYOSOTIS Hotel LOURDES ## Frequently asked questions ### Is HOTEL MYOSOTIS pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at HOTEL MYOSOTIS? ### What time is check-in at HOTEL MYOSOTIS? ### What time is check-out at HOTEL MYOSOTIS? ### Where is HOTEL MYOSOTIS located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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