Le Grand Balcon Hotel, Toulouse

Le Grand Balcon Hotel - A 4-star historic aviation-themed hotel with a bar, in-room massages, and central Capitole location

Le Grand Balcon Hotel features a 1930s aviation-themed décor with black and white portraits of pilots and cloud murals, offering rooms that include Nespresso coffee machines, minibars, flat-screen TVs, and soundproofing. The bar serves signature cocktails, spirits, wines, and beer from noon to 2 am in a sleek modern space contrasting the historic architecture. This 4-star hotel is situated on Place du Capitole, within a 5-minute walk of Saint-Sernin Basilica, Jacobins Monastery, and the Garonne River, with Toulouse-Matabiau train station 20 minutes away on foot. A 24-hour reception provides concierge services and in-room massages, while an American buffet breakfast includes pastries, cereals, cold cuts, and fresh fruit. Guests may book the Saint-Exupery suite, which features retro-style decor and modern amenities for a unique stay at Le Grand Balcon Hotel.

Pros

The historic 1930s aviation theme includes portraits of pilots and cloud murals.

Central location on Place du Capitole near Saint-Sernin Basilica and the Garonne River.

The bar offers signature cocktails and operates from noon to 2 am.

Rooms include Nespresso coffee machines, minibars, and soundproofing.

In-room massages and a 24-hour reception with multilingual staff are available.

Cons

The historic lift is no longer in operation.

No on-site spa or fitness facility is mentioned.