The towers and walls of the Cité of Carcassonne in the sunshine
The towers and walls of the Cité of Carcassonne in the sunshine · Photo Arnaud Padallé / Unsplash
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Guide · France · Occitanie · Carcassonne

Heated pool in Carcassonne and the Aude: swim without the shivers

Carcassonne is split between the medieval Cité, on its hill, and the lower town of the Bastide Saint-Louis, among the vineyards of the Aude. Summers are hot but spring evenings stay cool. Most hotel pools are seasonal; the selection keeps a château with heated pools, a spa with an indoor pool and a jacuzzi. I've selected 2 places, all rated at least 8/10; the top-rated is Château de Floure – Spa et piscine extérieure chauffée (9.2/10).

2places with a heated pool
8/10minimum guest rating
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The places

Places are ranked from highest to lowest rated. The yellow bubble shows the advertised water temperature, when it's known.

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Hot tub

2 places shown

Château de Floure – Spa et piscine extérieure chauffée

Floure, about ten minutes' drive from Carcassonne
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Advertised onlyHeated indoor poolHotelJacuzzi
9.2/1070 reviews · Booking (via ViaMichelin)

The pool. Heated outdoor pool, and a spa at extra cost with heated indoor pool, hot tub, sauna and hammam, according to ViaMichelin.

The hot tub. Hot tub in the spa.

I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature.

Guide's tip. Spa access is charged: add it to your booking if you're counting on the indoor pool.

Sources: ViaMichelin
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Hôtel du Roi & Spa (Sowell Collection)

Carcassonne, lower town
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Indoor poolIndoor poolHotel
9.1/1089 reviews · Staycation

The pool. Access to the indoor pool in the afternoon, according to Staycation. Heating isn't specified.

I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature. Expedia shows 8.8/10 from 555 reviews.

Guide's tip. The pool is open in the afternoon: plan your swim accordingly.

Sources: Staycation (liste), Expedia
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Fancy hot water? The hot tubs

These places don't have a confirmed heated pool, but they do have a hot tub: the water is hot all year round. A good way to relax in the warm.

Le Meez – Restaurant & Boutique-Hôtel

Carcassonne
Jacuzzihot water
Hot tub, no heated poolJacuzziBoutique hotelJacuzzi
9.6/10105 reviews · Expedia

The hot tub. Outdoor pool open in summer, with aquarium-style glass sides, plus jacuzzi and sauna, according to Staycation.

I haven't yet found guest reviews that mention the water temperature. Staycation shows 9.3/10 from 40 reviews.

Guide's tip. Outside summer, it's the jacuzzi that counts: check its opening hours.

Sources: Expedia, Staycation (liste)
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Frequently asked questions

What is the best place to stay with a heated pool in Carcassonne and the Aude?

In my selection, the top-rated is Château de Floure – Spa et piscine extérieure chauffée (Hotel), with 9.2/10 (70 reviews · Booking (via ViaMichelin)). Next come Hôtel du Roi & Spa (Sowell Collection) (9.1/10).

Is the pool heated all year round in Carcassonne and the Aude?

None of the places selected in Carcassonne and the Aude clearly advertises a pool heated all year round. Château de Floure – Spa et piscine extérieure chauffée and Hôtel du Roi & Spa (Sowell Collection) have an indoor pool, sheltered from the wind. Either way, ask for the heating dates before you book.

What is the water temperature in Carcassonne and the Aude?

None of the places selected in Carcassonne and the Aude gives a precise temperature. Ask the property before booking, especially out of season.

Is there a place to stay with a hot tub in Carcassonne and the Aude?

Yes: Château de Floure – Spa et piscine extérieure chauffée also has a hot tub in addition to the heated pool. No confirmed heated pool, but a hot tub: Le Meez – Restaurant & Boutique-Hôtel.

How I check

The word "heated" on a booking page isn't enough. Every place must have a rating of at least 8/10 (or 4/5) and carries one of these four levels.

Confirmed by guests

Guests mention the heated water in their reviews, with the season when they say so.

Confirmed by a reviewer

A journalist or guide who stayed there describes the heated pool.

Advertised only

The hotel or the platform says so, but I haven't yet found a review that confirms it.

Indoor pool

Heating isn't specified, but the water is sheltered from the wind and cold air. Ask for the temperature before you book.

Places I left out

I left these out because guests report water colder than advertised, or because no heating or indoor pool is mentioned.

PlaceWhat the sources sayRatingReason
Hôtel de la Cité Carcassonne – MGallerySeasonal outdoor pool and spa9,4/10Heating not confirmed
Mercure Carcassonne La CitéSeasonal outdoor pool9,2/10Heating not confirmed
Hôtel l'OctroiSeasonal outdoor pool and spa8,6/10Heating not confirmed
Tribe CarcassonneRooftop pool facing the ramparts8,4/10Heating not confirmed
Hôtel du Château & SpaOutdoor pool9,2/10Heating not confirmed

Sources: Expedia.

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