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Houdan offers one of the best locations in the entire Ile-de-France region and more specifically Yvelines - a district known for its stately chateaus such as Versailles, Rambouillet and St-Germain-en-Laye. Houdan is excellent for camping, hotels and its particularly high class restaurants.

Car hire in Houdan is recommended as Paris is just 63km to the east; on the way you'll go through Versailles which is also in close proximity. Monet's Giverny is in easy driving distance to the north. Hiring a car in Houdan is available from the town itself, Charles de Gaulle Airport, Orly Airport and many other destinations in Ile-de-France.

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Houdan is in an excellent position from which to explore Ile-de-France. It retains that all-important proximity to Paris - 63km - whilst at the same time being in prime position for Giverny, Versailles, and St-Germain-en-Laye. Hiring a car in Houdan a great option so you have full access to the region.

Giverny is less than an hour away to the north, and home to Monet's House and Gardens as well as the Museum of Impressionism; Versailles is obviously home to the famous palace and just 43km to the east of Houdan; next comes Paris - the perfect ending to your tour. Rent a car in Houdan and explore the eastern aspect of Ile-de-France which offers much more than just alternative Paris accommodation.

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A quick guide to Houdan

Hôtel Le Crépuscule

Rue des Longs Champs, 78550 Houdan

Two‑star, family‑run ~1 km from station (~5‑min drive to centre); en‑suite rooms with workspaces; free on‑site parking; peaceful, friendly setting.

Hotel Saint Christophe

6 Pl. du Général de Gaulle, 78550 Houdan

Modest but well‑located ~400 m from main square and ~7‑minute walk to station; limited amenities; free street parking nearby; quick access to cafés and Saturday market.

Les Coquelicots

5 Bd de la Gare, 78550 Houdan

Quiet guesthouse‑style stay with homely rooms; ~2 minutes by car to central Houdan (via Rue de Paris); free parking outside the property.

Crêperie Au Jardin

1 Avenue de la République, 78550 Houdan

Bright, garden‑themed crêperie for savoury & sweet; vegan and gluten‑free options; ~3‑minute walk from Place de la Tour; street parking along Rue de Paris.

Le Donjon

14 Rue d'Epernon, 78550 Houdan

Seasonal French cuisine opposite the Donjon d’Houdan in a rustic stone‑walled room; Parking du Foirail ~250 m away.

Chez Léo

18 Rue des Vieilles Tanneries, 78550 Houdan

Generous, home‑style French cooking; friendly spot ~2 minutes from the town hall; indoor/outdoor seating; free street parking nearby on Rue d’Épernon.

Donjon de Houdan

1 Place de la Tour, 78550 Houdan

12th‑century circular tower—best‑preserved medieval remnant and town high point; free entry; ~1‑minute walk from Parking du Foirail.

Église Saint‑Jacques‑et‑Saint‑Christophe

75 Grande Rue, 78550 Houdan

Gothic‑Romanesque church with intricate stained glass and 15th‑century bell tower; ~300 m from the Donjon; parking along Rue d’Epernon.

Office de Tourisme du Pays Houdanais

4 Pl. de la Tour, 78550 Houdan

Characterful tourist office with maps, local history and personalised trip planning; street parking available in front.

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