Maison Albar Hotels L’Imperator
By the Top3Hotels editorial team. Based on Booking.com guest scores and reviews, location data and reference prices. We did not stay at this hotel. Updated 2026-10-24.
Maison Albar Hotels L’Imperator is worth booking if you want a 5-star with spa and pool a few minutes on foot from the Roman sights, and you accept paying more than twice the city median. If breakfast is a big part of your stay, note that guests find the buffet limited for the price.
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This 5-star hotel scores 9.1 out of 10 from 1,540 guest reviews, the joint top score in our Nîmes sample.
It suits couples and families who want to walk everywhere and come back to full facilities. The listing includes a gym, spa, pool, restaurant, garden, terrace, family rooms, air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Pets are allowed.
Skip it if you are watching costs. The reference price was more than double the city median, and both of our other picks were far cheaper.
Location and getting around
The address is 15 Rue Gaston Boissier, in Nimes City Centre. Guests rate the location 9.7 out of 10, a very high figure.
Maison carrée is about 0.3 km away, roughly 4 minutes on foot. Nîmes Cathedral is about 0.6 km, roughly 8 minutes, and the Arena of Nîmes about 0.7 km, roughly 9 minutes. These are straight-line estimates, so allow a little extra.
Guests also mention that the Jardin de la Fontaine is close. Parking is not listed in our data, so check with the hotel if you are driving.
What guests say
Location is the top point. Reviewers praise the central position near the Jardin de la Fontaine and the historic sights.
Staff are next. Guests describe a professional, attentive team, a warm welcome and helpful service.
Breakfast draws the main criticism. Ingredients are described as fresh, but the buffet selection is called limited and the hot dishes vary in quality. At this price level, that stands out.
Price and what you get compared with our other picks
The reference price was €221.65 per night. This is a reference price seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults, not a live quote. The sample median was €93.65, so L’Imperator cost well over twice the middle of the market.
Our Budget pick, Campanile PRIME - Nîmes Centre, is a 3-star scoring 8.2 at €64.50 per night. That is about €157 less per night.
Our Best Value pick, Appart'City Collection Nîmes Arènes, is a 4-star scoring 8.9 at €91.53 per night. It costs about €130 less per night for a score only 0.2 lower. For many travellers that is the smarter booking, and L’Imperator is for those who want five stars, a spa and a pool.
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Why it made our top 3
We compared 9 eligible hotels in Nîmes. For the Luxury slot, five-star hotels come first.
L’Imperator holds five official stars, a joint first-place score of 9.1 from 1,540 reviews and a 9.7 location rating. That made it the clear choice for the upscale pick.
Before you book
Room size, noise, renovation condition, whether breakfast is included and cancellation terms have not been assessed. Read the rate details closely at this price.
Spa, pool and gym hours, and any fees, are not confirmed. Pet conditions and fees are not confirmed either. Ask the hotel.
Given the breakfast comments, compare the room-only rate with the breakfast rate before choosing.
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Sold out? See available alternatives →Questions travellers ask
How far is Maison Albar Hotels L’Imperator from the Arena of Nîmes?
About 0.7 km, roughly 9 minutes on foot as a straight-line estimate. Maison carrée is even closer, at about 4 minutes.
Does L’Imperator have a spa and pool?
Yes, a spa, pool and gym are listed. Opening times and any fees are not confirmed, so check with the hotel.
Is breakfast worth it?
Guests say ingredients are fresh, but the buffet is limited and hot dishes vary. Compare rates with and without breakfast.
How much does a night cost?
The reference price was €221.65 per night, seen for a 2-night stay in November 2026 for 2 adults. Check today's price for your dates.
Are pets allowed?
Pets are listed as allowed. Conditions and any fee are not confirmed, so ask the hotel before booking.