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"Diva"' apartment with unique atmosphere in a prime location

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A grand staircase with a mural, ornate candelabras, and classical architecture.
A living room with a black leather sofa, red cushions, a dining table with chairs, and a staircase leading to an upper level.
A hotel room with a bed, a lamp, a framed picture, and a view of an architectural structure through an archway.
A kitchen with stainless steel appliances, wooden cabinets, and a view of trees through a large window.
A canal lined with trees and buildings, a person walking on the sidewalk, and a bridge in the distance.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Located in the city center, this 3-bedroom apartment accommodates 6 guests and features 1 bathroom. It is pet-friendly, allowing your furry companions to join you. Explore the Museum of Modern Art and Maison Carree, both prominent attractions in the area.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Nimes Arena
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Balcony
  • Dryer
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Refrigerator
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Nîmes, Occitanie
  • Place, Maison Carree
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Nimes Cathedral
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Nimes Arena
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Montpellier (MPL-Montpellier - Mediterranean)
    ‪65 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony

About this property

"Diva"' apartment with unique atmosphere in a prime location

A spacious, lofty 120 m² apartment with 2 double bedrooms and 1 twin beautifully decorated in an "operatic" style - creating an atmosphere of opulence to make your holiday unforgettable.
Perfectly located next to the Carré d'Art (where the grand Nimes Opera House once stood) and Roman "Maison Carré" temple, this is THE place to be in Nimes.
There is a modern, fully equipped kitchen, large bathroom with shower, bath and washbasin as well as a separate WC with another washbasin.
The apartment overlooks a leafy garden, a real rarity in the centre of this historic town.
Equipment includes a flat screen "home cinema" system, an iPod HiFi docking station (compatible with iPhones) and a "business centre" complete with PC and high speed broadband.
This location places you within a two minute walk from the "Fontaine Gardens", the wonderful 365 day a year food market and a wealth of restaurants for al fresco dining.
Rates range from 630 Euros/week for 2 people to 840 Euros/week for 6 people.
Underground parking is available (48 Euros/week and prorata) with access next to the apartment.
For lots more photos, maps, street view, details of what to do in Nimes and links to (English) Tourist Office sites in the region AND more testimonials, VISIT OUR INFORMATIVE WEBSITE and view our gallery of PANORAMIC PHOTOS at www.diva-nimes.info.

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number NEM82HTJ
Property # 6315749
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Nîmes

Located in Nîmes, this apartment is in the city centre. Museum of Modern Art and Theater de Nimes are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Vacquerolles Golf Club and Nimes-Campagne Golf Club. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Nimes Arena or Costieres Stadium.
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Nîmes, Occitanie

What's nearby

  • Maison Carree - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fountain Gardens - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Les Halles de Nîmes - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Nimes Cathedral - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Nimes Arena - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Nîmes Station - 17 min walk
  • Nimes (FNI-Garons) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Café Carré - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Farmers Nîmes - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Dé-k-Lé - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Annaba Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Carré Jazz - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is "Diva"' apartment with unique atmosphere in a prime location pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at "Diva"' apartment with unique atmosphere in a prime location?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at "Diva"' apartment with unique atmosphere in a prime location?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is "Diva"' apartment with unique atmosphere in a prime location located?

Located in Nimes City Centre, this apartment building is steps away from Museum of Modern Art, Regordane Way and Maison Carree. Office de Tourisme de Nimes and Theater de Nimes are also within 5 minutes. Nîmes Station is 17 minutes by foot and Nimes (ZYN-Nimes SNCF Train Station) is 18 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 41 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 50 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hreat location

Great place to stay. Plenty of space.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect stay in nimes

Perfect location. Excellent apartment. Host was kind and hospitable.
Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2023
Great to meet you. It's always such a pleasure to help guests make the most of their stay... Hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful apartment in perfect location

This beautiful and spacious apartment is ideally located in Nimes, with easy access to museums, town squares and the Roman temple and colosseum. The host is very welcoming and knowledgeable.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Sept, 2022
So delighted you were able to get so much out of your stay at D-N...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Fun Place to Stay

Gordon's Opera Inspired apartment is certainly quirky, but that just adds to the fun of the visit. It is perfectly located for easy access to all the key locations in Nimes. Gordan and Claudine were great to deal with. A great choice when visiting Nimes.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2023
So pleased you enjoyed Diva-Nimes and the unique location.... Hope to see you again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious

Great location. Great communication. Plenty of space. 15 second walk to both the Temple and underground parking. Restaurants, groceries and patisserie all within 200-300 meters.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A marvelous true home in a superb location

The Diva apartment is comfortable, well-equipped, and spacious, but it also has a rich feeling and reality of being a welcoming, comforting home. Gordon is a most responsive, communicative, and friendly host. You can spend days just relaxing and gazing out the huge windows, or walk a few minutes to a terrific array of Roman buildings, museums, restaurants, and lovely sublic squares.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A most charming and comfortable home in Nimes

Diva is spacious, light, well equipped, charmingly and richly decorated with opera memorabilia, terrifically well located, and a true home. We stayed for weeks and got more comfortable every day; some days hanging out, eating great food from the wonderful covered market, other days coming back content after excellent restaurant experiences. Gordon is a superb host, thoughtful and helpful in every way possible. This is not just a good place to stay, it's a hard place to leave!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Stayed during the Music festival

The property is in a great area to access the centre of Nimes and all the Historic sights. There is no air con and some shutters don't work so it does get very warm during late June It is a city location so it is noisy and extra noisy during the music festival, however this is part of the cultural experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2023
Thanks for the feedback. But may I point out that the 4 metre high rooms (facing NNE and leafy trees rather than buildings) offer several very efficient fans. Unfortunately, we were rather short of time when you finally arrived and so didn't point out that the third bedroom (with its terrace) is quieter than the other rooms... Best regards, Gordon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Apartment..

If you love opera and the arts this apartment is for you...even if you don't it's a great place to stay while in Nimes! Everything you need is right here! The location couldn't have been more perfect...steps to everything in the center of this amazing town! But the best part of this apartment is the host Gordon! He's attentive, interesting and fun! Highly recommend this apartment.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Apartment with Character

The apartment itself was worth visiting with its motifs of opera & ballet. Lots of character to the ambiance. It’s in a great location. Gordon meet us and explained all to us. Lots of shopping, groceries & restaurants nearby. As well as Roman amphitheater, and temple. Beds were very comfortable, lots of hot water and pressure. Parking was a breeze with a multi day pass, convenient to use and easy to obtain.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr, 2023
Thank you for your comments. It's always so satisfying to have this kind of appreciation... Such guests are also a real delight for us as well! We hope to see you another time... All the best from Gordon and Claudine...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

This is a fine, spacious apartment in an excellent location. The owner has decorated it tastefully and has equipped it to meet any traveler’s needs. The best part of this apartment is its location. Less than a block’s walk will bring you to the Maison Carrée. Another five minutes will take you to the Arena. The old quarter of Nîmes is well supplied with excellent restaurants for all tastes. The owner is genial and always available and really takes pride in this rental. If you’re visiting Nîmes, this is where you want to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Week at the Opera

Every aspect of the apartment pointed to Gordon's love of the opera - from the photos and posters on the walls, to the red and gold curtains in the hall and bedrooms. The beds were comfortable; the kitchen functional (we cooked a lot of meals); the living room spacious with really comfortable couch and chairs. Nîmes is a relatively small town and this location was central. The highlight was the Les Halles market just a few blocks away. Our only complaint was the Wi-Fi only worked in the living room/dining room area.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 23 May, 2023
It is always a pleasure to have satisfied guests like Kathy. Which also means everything will be respected. This certainly applies to Kathy and hope we will have the pleasure of welcoming her again - and next time we will make sure the Wi-Fi reaches further...
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely apartment in the heart of Nimes

Gordon and Claudine were lovely hosts, communication was great and they met us at the apartment when we arrived and gave us a full tour :) The apartment is a tribute to their love of opera, every wall has images of singers and productions. It's a very grand place! The apartment had everything we needed. Only slight negative to be noted was the lack of air-conditioning, which made it toasty at night when the temperature was reaching 40 degrees during the day. Right in the centre of Nimes, 10 minutes' stroll through the town to the amphitheatre, with all the shops, bars and restaurants nearby. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A welcomed break

Two friends and myself recently returned from a four day stay at this wonderful apartment. We were met by Gordon who was both helpful and informative. The apartment was was in a great location within walking distance to everything. There were so many interesting things around the apartment, so much character. There was nothing better after a long day of sightseeing and travelling than to return to one of the wonderful CD's on offer, soft lights and a night cap. Oh and such comfortable beds. Thank you so much...I feel we will return.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2020
So pleased you enjoyed your stay in Diva-Nimes and made the most of being in such an ideal location. It will be a pleasure to see you all here again some time. All the best, Gordon
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location

Best possible location

Diva Nimes has the elegance and charm of a bygone era, with its’ spacious rooms, fanciful decor, and impressively high ceilings. There was plenty of space for us, a couple who both needed private work space as well as living space. The multiple bedrooms imply that a much larger group could be accommodated, but I must point out that there is only a single toilet. Like many grand dames, the apartment is showing her age a bit in wear and tear, but nothing that would keep me from giving it a high recommendation. This is because the location is beyond superb. Walk in any direction from the front door and you will be at a major attraction within minutes, if not seconds. This proximity greatly added to our enjoyment of discovering and exploring the delightful city of Nimes.
Stayed 29 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location

Comfortable and full of character but too noisy for me

The Diva apartment was largely as represented in the photos and description, and was, in many ways, comfortable and well equipped. I was pleasantly greeted by the owner who provided a tour and a welcome basket of fresh fruit, baguette and other treats.The beds were comfortable and a closet-full of linens made hosting a few visiting friends easy. However, the apartment does need some maintenance, especially several of the French windows and shutters, some of which appear to be warped and will no longer close securely. Minor deficiencies such as loose floor tiles, non-functioning lights, a stained, old kitchen sink, no window coverings in the bathroom, etc also let the place down. The kitchen required a thorough scrub when I arrived and, while it's nice not to have to run out and buy olive oil and other staples on arrival, near-empty bottles of salad dressings and preserves with "best before" dates of three years earlier went straight into the garbage. In fact, garbage was a problem too as, unlike most French apartment buildings, there was no room for garbage and recycling. While there were a few public receptacles in the passageway next door, they were usually full and one had to walk around the downtown area in search of others. But the biggest let-down was the street noise, both the busy main road in front and from the passage beside, which was a main pedestrian route into the large underground parking lot, including large groups of drunk students.
Stayed 49 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed for 4 nights and was checked in and shown briefly around the property which was easy to follow. There is a certain charm about the aged elegance and faux staircase painting that give it a unique theme. It has minor flaws here and there so don't expect a pristine environment like a hotel. However that's why we liked it so much, it felt lived in and natural with lots of character. It was fun looking at and discovering all the ornaments, books and trinkets, many quite rare, specific and all very eclectic. It started to feel like it was our place and we genuinely did not want to leave, I'd happily live there, especially in such a beautiful place as Nimes. Everything in the historic centre is within walking distance. We had to leave early in the morning so checked out by leaving the keys in a safe deposit box which is just a few streets away and we were provided with full instructions via WhatsApp text and video on how to do this so it was very easy and clear. We would happily return here to stay in the future and pretend to be aristocrats once again lol.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Onduidelijke en misleidende foto: er was geen balkon! Slechts zeer oppervlakkig schoon bij aankomst. Versleten of uitgezakte meubelen. Wel in centrum. Kapotte wc-bril. Géén 'beschikbare parkeerplaats'. Vuil beddengoed. Reeds lang verlopen klassering "Meuble de Tourisme". Wij hebben het verblijf om al deze redenen verkort. Afrader.
Stayed 21 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy

Die Lage ist fantastisch! Direkt in der Innenstadt. Allerdings ist das Parken sehr teuer!

Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt, sehr sympathische zuvorkommende Vermieter! Der wackelnde Klodeckel hat für viel Heiterkeit gesorgt! Sollte vielleicht mal ausgetauscht werden. 🤔
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Four nights in Nimes

By far, the most unique and memorable place we stayed in France. The location was perfect for exploring the city as well as being an excellent base for our days trips. Parking was very convenient, but not free.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2023
Delighted you enjoyed your stay so much. "Location, location, location" is always said to be the most important item when you're looking for a vacation home... Well, we believe atmosphere should also be essential as well...!!!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nimes Apartment

Great location and a lot of space. There is parking but it is city parking which you must pay for. We spoke with the manager in the parking and he showed us how to get a discount ticket if staying longer than one night. We enjoyed the closeness to all things important in Nimes. I loved having the washer and dryer as well. The host is always available and helpful!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wunderschöne Wohnung im Zentrum von Nîmes

Schon unser zweiter Aufenthalt! Die Wohnung ist ideal gelegen, fast alle Sehenswürdigkeiten sind zu Fuß zu erreichen, gute Restaurants und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten liegen direkt um die Ecke. Auch als Ausgangspunkt für Ausflüge bestens geeignet. Handtücher und auch warme Bettdecken für die kühlere Jahreszeit sind in ausreichender Menge vorhanden. Die Wohnung ist liebevoll eingerichtet und dekoriert. Der Kontakt zum Eigentümer ist besonders nett.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Im Herzen der Stadt

Eine ungewöhnliche Unterkunft im Herzen der Stadt Nîmes lädt ein zum normalen Leben
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Magnifique décor

Sublime
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful classy place !

We had a wonderful time in Nîmes despite the torrential rains (1,5 days) Gordon is a super host and the location was perfect We will come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

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Hosted by Gordon Smith

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English, French
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