Nîmes Hotels with a Swimming Pool for Families
9 family-friendly hotels with swimming pool in Nîmes . Handpicked for families who want the best.
Nîmes is an inland city of the Gard, so on a hot summer afternoon the hotel pool replaces the beach. The nine hotels on this page all have one, and they fall into two groups. Close to the Roman sights, Jardins Secrets, Maison Albar Hotels L'Imperator near the Jardin de la Fontaine and Best Western L'Orangerie, about 1 km from the historic centre, let you walk to the Arena and the Maison Carrée in the morning and swim after lunch. Further out, Hotel Le Galambre, Hôtel Le Pré Galoffre, Logis Hotel NIMOTEL and ibis Nîmes Ouest - A9 trade that walk for space, parking and quick access to the A9 motorway.
Nîmes keeps one of the best-preserved Roman amphitheatres anywhere, the Arena, along with the Maison Carrée temple and the Tour Magne above the Jardins de la Fontaine, the 18th-century gardens laid out around the old Roman spring. The centre is compact enough to cross on foot with children, and the Pont du Gard is a short drive to the north-east, which makes the city a practical base for a few days in the Gard.
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🏊Why Nîmes is Great for Hotels with Swimming Pool
Summer in Nîmes is hot and dry, and the stone streets of the old town hold the heat well into the evening. A pool gives children a break between sights: a morning at the Arena or the Tour Magne, a swim during the hottest hours, then a walk back into town once the squares cool down. For families arriving by car on the A9, the hotels on the edge of the city add easy parking to that routine.
Three of the higher-end hotels keep their pool in a garden setting. Jardins Secrets, a boutique hotel in an 18th-century coaching inn, has its outdoor pool surrounded by a Mediterranean garden, with rooms in period décor that look onto the garden, the pool or the cloister. Maison Albar Hotels L'Imperator, a five-star address near the Jardin de la Fontaine, adds a pool, bike rental and family suites, handy after a morning climbing to the Tour Magne. Margaret - Hôtel Chouleur has a seasonal outdoor pool beside its garden and sun terrace, with a French restaurant, a bar and a fitness room on site.
Two smaller or mid-sized options sit between the old town and the outskirts. Best Western L'Orangerie, a four-star hotel about 1 km from the historic centre, has an outdoor pool and some rooms with their own outdoor space, a welcome extra when small children nap after lunch. La Maison de Sophie is a smaller address with garden-view rooms that each have a balcony, soundproofing and parquet floors, and its outdoor pool is listed as open all year, useful for a spring or autumn visit. From both, the Arena and the Maison Carrée are a walk or a short ride away, so a swim fits easily between visits.
On the edge of the city, Hotel Le Galambre stands on a Provençal estate about five minutes' drive from the centre, with a swimming pool, tennis courts and a playground that give children something to do beyond the water. Hôtel Le Pré Galoffre is quieter still, in a rural setting ten minutes' drive from central Nîmes, with an outdoor pool, a sun terrace and rooms in a traditional Provençal stone building. Both suit families with a car who prefer calm evenings to the old town, and both put the Pont du Gard and the villages of the Gard within easy driving distance for day trips.
For a stopover on the A9 or a stay built around day trips, two hotels near the motorway are worth a look. Logis Hotel NIMOTEL is about 1 km from the A9 and ten minutes' drive from central Nîmes, with a secure outdoor pool, family suites, a 24-hour reception and a restaurant serving traditional and Provençal dishes. ibis Nîmes Ouest - A9, around 4 km from the city centre, has an outdoor pool, a playground and tennis facilities. Neither is a base for walking to the monuments, but both make a late arrival with tired children simpler after a long drive south.
Parent's take
I would choose Hotel Le Galambre for a family with energetic children: the Provençal estate has a pool, tennis courts and a playground, and the centre of Nîmes is about five minutes away by car. For parents who want to walk to the Arena and the Maison Carrée, I would pick Jardins Secrets, where the outdoor pool sits in a Mediterranean garden behind an 18th-century coaching inn.
Our Top 9 Picks
Hotels in Nîmes with swimming pool, sorted by guest rating.
Wonderful
1,508 reviews
This 5-star hotel in Nîmes offers luxurious accommodation with a swimming pool, kids' club, and spa and wellness facilities. Guests can enjoy bike rental services and family suites. The hotel is pet-friendly and features elegant rooms with natural stone, marble, and wood, equipped with a walk-in shower and Smart TV. It is located near the Jardin de la Fontaine.
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$834/night
Why families love Maison Albar Hotels L’Imperator
Maison Albar Hotels L'Imperator is a five-star near the Jardin de la Fontaine in Nîmes, and it is one of the few luxury hotels I know that also lists a kids' club. There is a swimming pool for hot southern afternoons and a spa and wellness area for parents. Family suites are available, pets are welcome, and bike rental is offered. Rooms are elegant, with natural stone, marble and wood, walk-in showers and Smart TVs. Guests rate it 9.2 from more than 1,500 reviews.
Jardins Secrets
Nîmes
Wonderful
155 reviews
This 18th-century coaching inn, now a boutique hotel in Nîmes, features an outdoor pool surrounded by a Mediterranean garden. Each air-conditioned room offers authentic period décor and views of the garden, pool, or cloister. The hotel also includes luxurious lounges and a bar.
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$807/night
Why families love Jardins Secrets
Families will find a tranquil escape in this charming hotel with its beautiful outdoor pool and garden. The spacious family suites provide ample room for everyone. While the elegant atmosphere might appeal more to families with older children, the pool offers a refreshing activity for all ages.
La Maison de Sophie
Nîmes
Wonderful
30 reviews
La Maison de Sophie in Nîmes offers comfortable, air-conditioned rooms with private bathrooms and garden views. Each room includes a balcony, parquet floors, and soundproofing. Guests can enjoy a sun terrace, garden, and a year-round outdoor swimming pool. Spa and wellness facilities are available, and a continental breakfast is served daily.
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$279/night
Why families love La Maison de Sophie
Families staying here will appreciate the comfortable, soundproofed rooms with balconies and garden views, providing a peaceful retreat. The year-round outdoor swimming pool is a fantastic feature for family fun, regardless of the season. The garden and sun terrace offer pleasant outdoor spaces for relaxation, making it a good choice for families seeking tranquility.
Excellent
491 reviews
This 5-star hotel in Nîmes offers elegant accommodation with a sun terrace, garden, and a seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Guests can enjoy a modern restaurant serving French cuisine, a bar, a fitness room, and free WiFi. Family suites, a kids' club, and spa facilities are available, and the hotel is pet-friendly.
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$454/night
Why families love Margaret - Hôtel Chouleur
Families staying here will appreciate the luxurious amenities, including family suites and a kids' club, ensuring entertainment for younger guests. The seasonal outdoor pool is a great bonus for family fun. Being pet-friendly means the whole family can enjoy the stay, making it a versatile choice for a Nîmes getaway.
Excellent
1,266 reviews
Hôtel Le Pré Galoffre, a 3-star property, enjoys a quiet, rural setting a 10-minute drive from central Nîmes. It features an outdoor pool, sun terrace, and free WiFi. The air-conditioned guest rooms are located in a traditional Provençal stone building and include a flat-screen TV.
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$326/night
Why families love Hôtel Le Pré Galoffre
Families will enjoy the peaceful rural setting and the outdoor pool, perfect for relaxation and fun. The kids' club provides dedicated entertainment for younger guests, giving parents some downtime. With family suites and a pet-friendly policy, this hotel caters well to diverse family needs, ensuring a comfortable stay for everyone.
Hotel Le Galambre
Nîmes
Very Good
248 reviews
Set in a Provençal estate, this 3-star hotel is a 5-minute drive from the center of Nîmes. It offers a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a playground, making it an ideal starting point for discovering the region. The hotel provides standard and superior rooms with bathrooms and a flat-screen TV, along with free Wi-Fi. Family suites are available, and the hotel is pet-friendly, with beach access nearby.
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$150/night
Why families love Hotel Le Galambre
Families staying here will find a wealth of activities on-site, including a swimming pool, tennis courts, and a playground, ensuring entertainment for all ages. The pet-friendly policy means the whole family can travel together. Its location in a Provençal estate offers a tranquil setting, while being just a short drive from Nîmes center and offering easy access to the beach.
Very Good
2,166 reviews
This 3-star hotel, located 4 km from Nîmes city centre, offers air-conditioned rooms with flat-screen TVs. It features an outdoor swimming pool, a spa and wellness area, a playground, and tennis facilities. The hotel is pet-friendly and provides beach access and golf options nearby.
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$119/night
Why families love ibis Nîmes Ouest - A9
I would book ibis Nîmes Ouest - A9 for families driving through the south of France who want a pool at the end of the day. The outdoor swimming pool, a playground and tennis facilities keep children busy, and parents get a spa and wellness area. The hotel is about 4 km from central Nîmes, rooms are air-conditioned with a flat-screen TV, and pets are welcome. The beach-access label is misleading: Nîmes is inland. Rated 8.2.
Good
1,509 reviews
This 4-star hotel in Nîmes, located 1 km from the historic centre, features an outdoor swimming pool and some rooms with private outdoor spaces. It offers a spa and wellness area, family suites, and is pet-friendly. Guests can also enjoy beach access nearby.
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$201/night
Why families love Best Western L'Orangerie
Best Western L'Orangerie is a four-star 1 km from the historic centre of Nîmes, and its outdoor swimming pool is what I would book it for with children in the southern summer heat. Some rooms have private outdoor spaces, family suites are available, and pets are welcome. Parents can use the spa and wellness area. The old town and the Arenas are close enough for a morning visit before an afternoon at the pool. Guests rate it 7.9 from more than 1,500 reviews.
Logis Hotel NIMOTEL
Nîmes
Good
4,108 reviews
This 3-star Logis Hotel is located 1 km from the A9 motorway and a 10-minute drive from central Nîmes. It features a 24-hour reception, a secure outdoor swimming pool, and free WiFi. Air-conditioned rooms include a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The hotel offers family suites, a spa and wellness center, and is pet-friendly. The on-site restaurant serves traditional and Provençal specialities.
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$95/night
Why families love Logis Hotel NIMOTEL
Families staying here will find practical amenities like a secure outdoor swimming pool and family suites, making it suitable for a comfortable stay. The pet-friendly policy is a bonus for those traveling with animals. While a car is recommended for exploring Nîmes, the hotel's proximity to the motorway is convenient for onward travel, and the spa offers a chance for parents to relax.
💡Tips for Choosing a Hotel with Swimming Pool in Nîmes
- 1Plan sightseeing for the morning and the pool for the afternoon: the Arena, the Maison Carrée and the Tour Magne are all easier with children before the midday heat.
- 2Check the pool season before you book. Margaret - Hôtel Chouleur lists a seasonal outdoor pool, while La Maison de Sophie describes its outdoor pool as open all year.
- 3If you arrive by car, hotels on the edge of town such as Hotel Le Galambre, Hôtel Le Pré Galoffre and Logis Hotel NIMOTEL spare you driving and parking in the old centre.
- 4Children who need more than a pool will find a playground and tennis courts at Hotel Le Galambre and at ibis Nîmes Ouest - A9.
- 5The Jardins de la Fontaine are a shaded public park below the Tour Magne, and Maison Albar Hotels L'Imperator stands nearby, so the walk back to the pool is short.
- 6Keep a day for the Pont du Gard, the Roman aqueduct north-east of Nîmes; staying outside the centre makes the drive there simpler.
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