A little Restuant just outside the Castle walls. We weee very surprised…read more The food was delicious the service polite.

La Rapiere makes a bad first impression. From the outside it looks like it has seen its better…read moredays...many years ago. Pulling into the dirt driveway you may be tempted to turn around and find another hotel. But that would be a mistake. This B&B is a real find for those who are willing to look past the rough exterior. First of all, there's the location. You could not ask for better. You get a clear, unobstructed view of the Cite, so close that you almost feel like you are ready to lay siege to the fortress. From the door of your room to the drawbridge is about a five-minute walk. In contrast to the outside of the building, inside the rooms are clean, modern, and extremely comfortable. The shower in our room was the most spacious we had in Europe. The AC worked very well, and we had no problems connecting to wi-fi. Breakfast is included in the price, and was not terribly thrilling...fresh croissants were the highlight. The only real complaint we had was that the outdoor stairs leading down to our room were a bit slippery and treacherous. The warm and friendly staff speak no English, but unlike most places in France, they cheerfully worked through our communication barrier. Very, very nice people who run a great hotel. If you are looking for an affordable place to stay in Carcassone, this is it.

We were only here for one night, but the owner, Jacquie, was very friendly. The room was clean and…read morecomfortable, with a great view, and breakfast was included. The location is great for sightseeing, while still being removed from the busiest parts of La Cite, and the price is well worth dragging our luggage through the cobblestone streets. The rooms are planned to be updated so the star rating reflects this fact. If you want tho stay within the walled city, this is a great option.

Only had drinks in this lovely spot just outside the main castle in Carcassonne…read more Lovely outdoor seating and prices reasonable, the food looked fantastic as it passed! Enjoyed spending an hour here people watching