Hotel

Hôtel Mercure Tours Sud

37300 Joué-lès-Tours, France, France30–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:30–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF), 20 minutes by car

Hôtel Mercure Tours Sud sits within the expansive Parc des Bretonnières, a wooded park setting on the outskirts of Joué-lès-Tours with mature trees and green grounds creating natural separation from surrounding development. The modern hotel building offers contemporary interiors and professional event facilities with direct access to landscaped grounds. Located in the Loire Valley region of central France, the venue balances suburban convenience with park-like tranquility for ceremonies and receptions.

Highlights

Three-star Accor hotel chain property with 4/5 Google rating and established hospitality standards
Situated within Parc des Bretonnières, providing 25+ hectares of green space for ceremony backdrops and guest photos
Contemporary hotel with multiple meeting rooms ranging from 30 to 150 capacity for various wedding configurations
On-site restaurant and full-service kitchen managed by professional culinary staff
Located 5 kilometers south of Tours city center, combining regional accessibility with park setting isolation

Quick facts

Capacity30–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationFrance

Nearest airportTUF

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Plan your wedding at Hôtel Mercure Tours Sud

Getting there

Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF)

20 minutes by car to venue

Car Rental

€40-70 per day rental

20 minutes · Rent from Tours airport; drive south on A10 or local roads to Joué-lès-Tours

Taxi/Shuttle

€35-50 per trip

20-25 minutes · Airport taxi or hotel shuttle service from TUF to venue

Train

€20-60 train + €15-25 taxi

1.5 hours total · SNCF train from Paris Montparnasse to Tours central station (1 hour 15 min), then local taxi to venue

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

Contact venue; typically €800-1,500 for room rental

Reception (per guest)

€45-75 for catered menu with service (3-course option)

Accommodation (per night)

€80-140 for standard double room

Estimated total

€6,000-12,000 for 50 guests (ceremony room, reception, basic service)

Pricing varies by guest count, menu selection, beverage package, and seasonal rates. Multi-night guest room blocks receive negotiated rates. Contact hotel events team for formal quotation.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday Evening

18:00-22:00Welcome reception and rehearsal dinner in hotel restaurant or private dining room

Saturday

14:00-15:00Guest arrival and welcome; rooms available from midday

16:00Ceremony in designated hotel or park venue

17:00-18:00Cocktail hour on hotel terrace or park grounds

19:00-23:00Reception dinner and dancing in ballroom or private events space

Sunday

08:00-11:00Breakfast for overnight guests; checkout by noon

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

What outdoor spaces are available for ceremonies?

The hotel has access to Parc des Bretonnières grounds with open lawns and tree-lined areas. Specific outdoor ceremony locations should be confirmed directly with the venue, as park regulations may apply.

How many guests can the venue accommodate?

Indoor capacity ranges from intimate 30-person dinners to full receptions of 150 guests depending on room configuration and setup preference.

Are guest rooms available at the venue?

Yes, as a three-star hotel, Mercure Tours Sud provides on-site accommodations for wedding guests with standard hotel amenities.

What is the nearest airport?

Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF) is approximately 12 kilometers north of the venue, roughly a 20-minute drive.

Can the hotel manage catering and bar service?

The on-site restaurant and professional kitchen staff handle food and beverage services. Custom menus and bar packages can be arranged through hotel events coordination.