Where to Stay for the 24 Hours of Le Mans
The world's most famous endurance race and, with the Monaco Grand Prix and the Indianapolis 500, part of motorsport's 'Triple Crown'. It takes place at Circuit de la Sarthe, on the southern edge of Le Mans. High-speed TGV trains link Paris and Le Mans in about an hour, with trams and shuttles to the circuit. Most fans camp or stay in Le Mans itself; upscale hotels nearby are very limited and sell out early. The 3 hotels below are chosen for easy access to the event.
Dates by year
Usually held in mid-June; not yet announced.
Usually held in mid-June; not yet announced.
Usually held in mid-June; not yet announced.
Usually held in mid-June; not yet announced.
Where to stay
- Le Mans — closest
- Tours — Loire Valley
- Paris — city base by TGV
Hotels
#1 · Short ride or transit · about 1.5–2 hours by TGV and shuttle · 115.1 mi
★★★★★
The Peninsula Paris
Near the Arc de Triomphe.
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#2 · Short ride or transit · about 1.5–2 hours by TGV and shuttle · 114.9 mi
★★★★★
Shangri-La Paris
Former palace facing the Eiffel Tower.
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#3 · Short ride or transit · about 1.5–2 hours by TGV and shuttle · 116 mi
★★★★★
Le Bristol Paris
Palace hotel on Rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré.
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Getting there
High-speed TGV trains link Paris and Le Mans in about an hour, with trams and shuttles to the circuit.
TGV from Paris; trams and shuttles.
Hotel prices
Hotels sell out; most fans camp.
Before & after the game
Le Mans' medieval old town.
Tips
- Visit tip
- Pack for a full 24 hours.
- About the venue
- Most fans camp or stay in Le Mans itself; upscale hotels nearby are very limited and sell out early.
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