This page on where to stay in Épernay covers three hotels: Les Suites du 33 and Hôtel Margaux in town, and Les Grains d'Argent in Dizy.
Épernay is 27 km from Reims, 31 km from Châlons-en-Champagne and sits at the center of 34,000 hectares of vineyards. Avenue de Champagne is nearly one kilometer long, lined with the houses' former head offices and private mansions, and has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2015. For house visits and fees, see Avenue de Champagne Houses in Épernay.
Which area to stay in
Two hotels have addresses in Épernay, each about 0.5 km (straight line) from the center of Épernay. The third is in Dizy, about 2.9 km (straight line) from the center of Épernay.
On Avenue de Champagne
Les Suites du 33 is at 33 avenue de Champagne. It offers self-catering suites in annex buildings of a Champagne house. Free private parking is on site, and tastings are offered at an extra cost.
Downtown Épernay
Hôtel Margaux is at 7 Rue des Minimes, in a former presbytery set in downtown Épernay near Avenue de Champagne. It has 27 rooms and suites, a bar, a rooftop, a wellness area and parking on site.
In Dizy
Les Grains d'Argent is at 1 Allée du Petit Bois in Dizy, set among the vines on the Champagne route. Most rooms look over the vineyards, and the view reaches the Marne valley and Hautvillers abbey. For the village itself, see Hautvillers.
For more hotels across the wider area, see Where to Stay in Champagne.
Getting around
No car is needed on arrival in Épernay. The walk from the station to the tourist office takes under 10 minutes, straight out of the station and through the Parc de l'Hôtel de Ville. The town is best visited on foot, and the Mouvéo bus network serves Épernay and the surrounding area.
From Paris Est, a direct train to Épernay takes 73 minutes at the shortest and about 1 hour 20 minutes typically. Up to 17 trains run a day, the first at 6:36 a.m. and the last at 9:36 p.m. Fares and details are in Paris to Épernay by Train.
The alternative is a TGV from Paris Est to Reims, about 46 minutes, then a TER to Épernay. The TER runs every 30 minutes and takes about 30 minutes. See Reims to Épernay for the line.
The nearest TGV station is Champagne-Ardenne TGV at Bezannes near Reims. Paris Charles de Gaulle airport is reachable from it in 35 minutes. More on that route is in Paris CDG to Champagne.
By car, Paris to Épernay via the A4 takes about 90 minutes, or 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes depending on traffic.
If you are driving after a tasting, spit rather than swallow, or name a designated driver. For options without a car, see Champagne Without a Car.
How to choose
| Hotel | Tier | Best for | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Les Suites du 33 | Budget | Drivers who want to stay on Avenue de Champagne | — |
| Les Grains d'Argent | Budget | Drivers wanting a vineyard setting by Épernay | — |
| Hôtel Margaux | Mid | Couples and pairs on foot near Avenue de Champagne | — |
Les Suites du 33 is the 1-star budget option, best for drivers who want to stay on Avenue de Champagne. It has free private parking on site.
Les Grains d'Argent is the 3-star budget option, best for drivers wanting a vineyard setting by Épernay. Most of its rooms look over the vineyards.
Hôtel Margaux is the mid-tier hotel, a 4-star hotel best for couples and pairs on foot near Avenue de Champagne. It has a wellness area and a rooftop.
Confirm rates for your dates when you book.
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Les Suites du 33
Self-catering suites in annex buildings of a Champagne house on Avenue de Champagne, 0.9 miles from the center of Épernay. Free private parking is on site, and tastings are offered at an extra cost.
Best for: Drivers who want to stay on Avenue de Champagne
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Les Grains d'Argent
Set among the vines in Dizy, on the northern edge of Épernay along the Champagne route. Most rooms look over the vineyards, and the view reaches the Marne valley and Hautvillers abbey.
Best for: Drivers wanting a vineyard setting by Épernay
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Hôtel Margaux
A former presbytery with 27 rooms and suites, set on Rue des Minimes in downtown Épernay near Avenue de Champagne. It has a bar, a rooftop, a wellness area, and parking on site.
Best for: Couples and pairs on foot near Avenue de Champagne
The hotels
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Les Suites du 33
Self-catering suites in annex buildings of a Champagne house on Avenue de Champagne, 0.9 miles from the center of Épernay. Free private parking is on site, and tastings are offered at an extra cost.
Best for: Drivers who want to stay on Avenue de Champagne
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Les Grains d'Argent
Set among the vines in Dizy, on the northern edge of Épernay along the Champagne route. Most rooms look over the vineyards, and the view reaches the Marne valley and Hautvillers abbey.
Best for: Drivers wanting a vineyard setting by Épernay
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Hôtel Margaux
A former presbytery with 27 rooms and suites, set on Rue des Minimes in downtown Épernay near Avenue de Champagne. It has a bar, a rooftop, a wellness area, and parking on site.
Best for: Couples and pairs on foot near Avenue de Champagne
On the map
- Les Suites du 33: Drivers who want to stay on Avenue de Champagne
- Les Grains d'Argent: Drivers wanting a vineyard setting by Épernay
- Hôtel Margaux: Couples and pairs on foot near Avenue de Champagne
Frequently asked questions
Do I need a car in Épernay?
The tourist office says no car is needed on arrival: the walk from the station to the tourist office takes under 10 minutes, and the town is best visited on foot. The Mouvéo bus network serves Épernay and the surrounding area.
How long does it take to get from Paris to Épernay?
A direct train from Paris Est takes about 1 hour 20 minutes, with up to 17 a day from 6:36 a.m. to 9:36 p.m. Via Reims by TGV and TER it takes 104 minutes with one change. By car on the A4, allow about 90 minutes.
Which Épernay hotel is on Avenue de Champagne?
Les Suites du 33 is at 33 avenue de Champagne, about 0.5 km (straight line) from the center of Épernay. It is a 1-star budget hotel with self-catering suites in annex buildings of a Champagne house, free private parking on site and tastings at an extra cost.
Is there a hotel with vineyard views near Épernay?
Les Grains d'Argent, in Dizy, is set among the vines, and most rooms look over the vineyards. The view reaches the Marne valley and Hautvillers abbey. It is about 2.9 km (straight line) from the center of Épernay and is a 3-star budget hotel.
