Carcassonne is the largest fortified city in Europe. It has a rich history dating back to Cathar Wars. The Cite de Carcassonne is a UNESCO heritage site that was restored to its former glory in the 19th century. Situated beside the River Aude, Carcassonne is an ideal travel destination. Here, you can explore the architectural marvels of Gallo-Roman and medieval periods. History enthusiasts and nature lovers will find this medieval city a paradise. Pech Mary hill is a great place for birdwatching, as well as enjoying a picnic. The city also host an impressive array of festivals, which includes classical music, opera, dance, circus, and more. For a perfect base, check out this list of the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Carcassonne, France.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 11, 2024.
1. Suite # 1 (from USD 160)
Nestled within a 20th-century building, this 2-bedroom apartment is kitted out with mod cons. It has a double whirlpool tub in which you can relax, an ethanol fireplace to keep you snug on chilly nights, and an open-plan kitchen and dining area. There are windows all around that invite copious amounts of natural light into the apartment.
The location is ideal too. Within two minutes’ walk, you’ll reach the downtown Carcassonne and the lively Carnot Square, which is dotted with bars and restaurants.
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i really really recommend this airbnb the host were amazing tooRead more reviewsLocation:
wonderful place in an extremely convenient location - love the bathfound a great market right around the cornerthis place is heaven got to get really relax is a paradise in the middle of the city centerit is perfectly placed for exploring carcassonefantastic apartment in great location with many thoughtful touches from the host with easy and clear communication
2. Capuchins (from USD 97)
This charming, two-story house is a great base for up to four guests. It is tucked away in the hyper center, and just a five-minute walk from the banks of Aude river. The decor is modern and bright, and there’s an open-concept living room with a kitchen and a dining table.
It has a private garden with ample seating, which is a great spot to relax on a summer’s day. There’s also a garage on site, which is perfect for those traveling by their own vehicle.
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a super stylish and central apartment with very welcome air conditioningwe have 2 kids 5 and 8 and they loved the loft room and the outside spaceCleanliness:
a clean and very stylish apartmentsuper clean and beautifully set outlovely place modern and clean with great amenitiesa brilliant stay wonderful stylish house super clean with everything provided for a great breakgreat place to stay in a convenient location all essentials provided clean and comfortableHost:
caroline was and amazing and thoughtful hostgreat stay with a very friendly and helpful hostwhat a wonderful space caroline was an incredibly attentive and responsive host and her place was lovelycannot describe how excellent this place was with an outstanding host and brilliant communicationcaroline’s mother met us and was very kind and caroline gave us great recommendations for restaurantsRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful little apartment tucked away on a side street just a few mins walk from the town centregreat location for visiting carcassonne we loved our short staylocation superb for exploring downtown or the old citynice and cosy place right in the center of the citygarage parking just outside and an amazing location
3. Art Deco-style apartment with amazing city views (from USD 51)
This Art Deco-style apartment has a fantastic location, just a 10-minute walk away form the train station and the city center. So, if you want to explore everything that this French city has to offer, book this apartment. It is composed of a bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, a spacious living room, and two balconies that offers a remarkable view of the city and Aude river.
4. Beautiful house close to the banks of Aude River
This one-bedroom house is steps away from the banks of Aude River, and close to the city center. After a day of sightseeing, relax in the shared swimming pool, then fix up a feast in the well-equipped kitchen and enjoy it in the garden area. It has reversible air conditioning, one-car parking space on site, WiFi, a TV, and a washing machine, making it ideal for long-term stays.
Carcassonne, Occitanie, France
2.31 km (1.5 mi) from Cité de CarcassonneAccommodates: 3
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a very nice place very tidy and very friendly hostswonderful place to stay claude and his wife were very kind and the communication was smooth
5. L’Oliveraie (from USD 102)
This cozy, third-floor apartment lies in Square Gambetta, which is dotted with shops and restaurants. The Medieval City is just a short walk away. It comes with a balcony, where you can enjoy your morning cup of coffee while taking in the views of the surrounding area. It has one bedroom with a double bed, a living room with a sofa bed and a TV, a kitchen with cooking basics, and ample storage space.
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the view was amazing from the terrace and the apartment had everything we neededwe were two friends but the apartment could comfortably fit a family of 4warm welcome to the apartmentHost:
romain was a great hostthe hosts were welcoming and friendly i would not hesitate to recommendclean tidy with caring attentive hosts & fairly reasonably pricedcheck in was a breeze and romain as very helpfulthe welcome is very friendly and cordialRead more reviewsLocation:
it’s in a great location a short walk up the hill to the cite médiévalefantastic place to stay in carcassonnelovely small apartment in a good location for local amitiesthe apartment has all the utensils you would ever need and is in a great location
6. Two-bedroom house with a swimming pool (from USD 135)
This single-story house has everything you need for a relaxing vacation. It has a full kitchen, a dining nook, a living room with comfy sofas and a TV, and two bedrooms. There’s also a lush garden, where you can relax, curl up with a book, or simply soak up the sunshine.
If you fancy upping the relaxation, there’s nowhere better than the pool. It can house up to four guests, making it ideal for anyone looking to have a great time in this French city.
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the house is exactly as shown in pictures very comfortable and with all necessary facilities to live inthe patio and the swimming pool are amazing merci merci mercithe outdoor eating / seating and pool are absolutely stunningshe has a wonderful garden with pool just as is seen in the photoswonderfully equipped with all sorts of breakfast items toiletries and beddingCleanliness:
very clean and tidybeautiful house and gardens clean and well maintainedthe house is impeccably clean and extremely well equippedthe house is comfortable clean safe and quietstylish garden comfortable and very cleanHost:
monique was an amazing hostthe host was great tooreally friendly and accomodating hostour host was keen to share her local tips which was wonderfulhost was lovely and organised a travel cot for our nephew with less than a weeks noticeRead more reviewsLocation:
carcassonne great place to visitnot walking distance from downtown or old city but easy drive therea magnificent villa in a great location with easy access to the eastern pyreneesa beautiful house and garden in a central locationgreat location to walk into carcassonne but in a very quiet neighbourhood with good amenities
7. The Secret Gardens (from USD 79)
As the name suggests, the house is tucked away inside a private walled garden. Located right in the heart of the city, this renovated 18th-century house has a tranquil vibe. It is also in close proximity to restaurants, bars, and shops.
The vintage architecture has been blended with modern facilities, thus ensuring comfort. 3 similar homes are available within the walled area that can sleep a total of 15 people, which makes it perfect for large groups or families.
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the amenities are excellent breakfast is wonderful and matthew is the perfect hostlovely breakfast to start the day includedbeautiful old building with a well equipped kitchen downstairs and a lovely huge bedroom and enormous bedyou can not go wrong with this bed and breakfastthe apartment is very nice much better than expected and lots of lovely detailsCleanliness:
it’s spotless clean with great facilities and spacious accommodationthe house has a very nice garden the rooms and bathroom were really really cleanexcellent accommodation in terms of cleanliness facilities and furnishingsthis way by far my best airbnb experience it was a beautiful spot wonderfully clean and cutethe gite is spotlessly clean very tastefully furnished and has everything one may requireHost:
matthew was a fantastic hostgorgeous place and great hostmatthew was an extremely thoughtful friendly and kind hostyou were the perfect hosts giving us lots of useful information and advice but also lots of privacymatthew is a great host helping you in anything you needRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is terrific for walking around carcassonnea great ambiance close to the old city and in close distance of all the attractions of carcassonnethe location is perfect for a very short walk to both the old and new citygreat apartment and a truely secret garden location quiet and peaceful yet close to most tourist attractionsthe location couldn’t be better as it’s easy to reach both parts of carcassonne
8. Elegant abode with splendid mountain views
Located close to the city center, the house offer splendid views of the mountains from its balcony. There’s a full kitchen, a living room with a TV, and a bedroom with a double bed and a toddler bed, which makes it ideal for a small family of four. For those in the town for work, the house is also equipped with a computer, a printer, and WiFi.
Carcassonne, Languedoc-Roussillon Midi-Pyrénées, France
1.82 km (1.2 mi) from Cité de CarcassonneAccommodates: 4
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great apartment with stunning views from balconygreat apartment with nice viewthe balcony view was great and the apartment was modern and very quietit has a wonderful balcony and is large and comfortablelovely well equipped comfy flat with a/c heatingCleanliness:
stan's apartment is nice and extremely clean with a nice terracethe apartment itself was very clean and comfortable though quite smallthis apartment was absolutely fantastic clean and very beautiful insidepractical clean and great valueclean and great for a short breakHost:
stan was a great hoststan was a very helpful host and responded very quickly to any queriesstan very friendly responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
great location to explore carcassonnegreat location to lower city square and restaurantsgreat location with a parking lotexcellent stay great location and a stylish contemporary apartmentgreat apartment good location and easy to communicate with stanislas
9. L’Or Azur
Brilliantly located, just five minutes’ from the city centre and next to Canal du Mid, this ground-floor apartment can sleep up to two people. The bedroom has a minimalist and serene decor, with lots of natural light, similar to that of the rest of the apartment. It also has a kitchen with everything you need for self-catering.
After a day exploring the city, you can relax in the shared outdoor heated saltwater pool or enjoy a long soak in the private hot tub. Guests also have access to the shared garden, and bicycles available on the premises.
Carcassonne, Occitanie, France
2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Cité de CarcassonneSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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the accommodations are great it's really a one-bedroom apartment with a fully equipped kitchen and nice bath with showerCleanliness:
super clean well equippedRead more reviewsLocation:
we really enjoyed these accommodations really easy to find this locationwe were able explore the citè de carcassonne minerve and lastours very easily from this locationa very pleasant place to stay in carcassonne
10. Comfortable house in the heart of Carcassonne
This lovely, one-bedroom house is the perfect place to rest your legs after a day exploring all that Carcassonne has to offer. It is nestled in the heart of the town, within walking distance of Carcassonne Cathedral and Memorial House. The house can accommodate four guests, and comes with a well-equipped kitchen, a TV, and a secluded back patio, which is the perfect spot for morning coffees or sunset drinks. The house allow pets, making the perfect family vacation complete.
Carcassonne, Occitanie, France
1.24 km (0.8 mi) from Cité de CarcassonneAccommodates: 4
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more importantly the sofa bed did not look as a sofa bedcomfortable and warm apartmentthe kitchen could be a bit better stockedCleanliness:
everything was clean and well set uplovely place clean and good valuevery modern clean and functional with a great outdoor patiothe house is beautiful clean and very well locatedit is clean well furnished and metin was a really good hostHost:
the host was very helpfulthe host responded almost immediately and instructions were very clearmetin was a wonderful host regular contact- restaurant recommendationsRead more reviewsLocation:
great place well located easy to accessgreat location quiet and walkable to all the attractionsa nice apartment in a great locationperfectly charming little house in a perfect location for visiting carcassonethe house is great very quiet location and close to the city center
Visit the medieval city of Carcassonne
Strategically situated between Toulouse and the Mediterranean sea, Carcassonne is filled with historical and natural attractions. To make the most out of your trip, book one of the above listed Airbnb vacation rentals in this medieval city.
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