Préfecture Travel Guide

Caen

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

Rp550.212
per adult
Caen: Memorial Museum Ticket with D-Day Landings Audio Tour & Map
Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen

Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen

Rp2.037.269
per adult
Small Group Guided Tour of the Secret History of Rouen
Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide in Caen

Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide in Caen

Rp2.241.604
per adult
Private Custom Tour with a Local Guide in Caen
Caen: Magic Team Escape Game in Town

Caen: Magic Team Escape Game in Town

Rp1.406.097
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

Rp1.406.097
per traveller
Escape Game Outdoor Theme Team Heist in Caen
Private Tour to Discover the Treasures of Caen

Discover the Treasures of Caen

Rp1.106.837
per adult
Discover the Treasures of 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.798.502 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
Rp1.798.502
Rp2.044.511 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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! (278 reviews)
"This place was a dump!!"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2026

ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique
Campanile PRIME - Caen Centre Gare

Campanile PRIME - Caen Centre Gare

3 out of 5
10 Rue De La Gare Caen Calvados
The price is Rp1.297.663 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
Rp1.297.663
Rp1.493.588 total
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Caen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Campanile PRIME - Caen Centre Gare
Kyriad - Caen Centre

Kyriad - Caen Centre

3 out of 5
17 Rue Gemare Caen Calvados
The price is Rp1.006.053 per night from 17 Oct to 18 Oct
Rp1.006.053
Rp1.172.817 total
17 Oct - 18 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Caen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.4/10 Very good! (482 reviews)
"Clean hotel that has a very nice location."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Kyriad - Caen Centre
Hôtel Spa Face à la Mer

Hôtel Spa Face à la Mer

3 out of 5
42 Bd Wattier Merville-Franceville-Plage Calvados
The price is Rp2.147.158 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
Rp2.147.158
Rp2.436.854 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Merville-Franceville-Plage. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
Hôtel Spa Face à la Mer
Churchill Hotel Bayeux Centre

Churchill Hotel Bayeux Centre

3 out of 5
14-16 rue Saint Jean Bayeux
The price is Rp1.984.768 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
Rp1.984.768
Rp2.243.389 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (626 reviews)
"Tiny room."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2026

Churchill Hotel Bayeux Centre
Hôtel Libéra Restaurant & Spa Caen-Colombelles

Hôtel Libéra Restaurant & Spa Caen-Colombelles

3 out of 5
42, Rue Nelson Mandela Colombelles Calvados
The price is Rp1.905.157 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
Rp1.905.157
Rp2.161.832 total
15 Oct - 16 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Colombelles. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions K1 Speed and L'Ilot z'Enfants ...
9/10 Wonderful! (411 reviews)
"A terrific location - close to the center of Caen as well as an easy drive to many lovely towns and historic sites. The hotel was quiet and clean and the staff were so friendly and really pleasant to interact with. We would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Hôtel Libéra Restaurant & Spa Caen-Colombelles
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Where to stay in Préfecture

Find the best Préfecture areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic cathedral with a tall spire, surrounded by urban buildings and a busy street.
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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 cathedral with intricate Gothic architecture, including pointed arches and detailed stonework.
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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.

A street with a monument, flags, and a hotel.

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.

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

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