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ibis & ibis budget Cahors
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Alliance Hôtelière du Causse
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ibis & ibis budget Cahors is a privately held dual-branded hotel property operated by Alliance Hôtelière du Causse (SIREN 820249282) under an Accor franchise at 936 Côte des Ormeaux, Cahors, Southwest France. The property combines 62 rooms at the 3-star Ibis (18–23 m², twin/triple/quadruple configurations) and 77 rooms at the 2-star Ibis Budget (14–16 m²), totaling 139 keys with shared facilities including an 80-seat EatSalad healthy restaurant, four modular meeting rooms (10–120 m²), free coworking space, an outdoor seasonal pool, 40+ surveillance cameras, four EV charging stations, and 139 photovoltaic panels.

The business serves four primary segments: business travelers and corporate seminar organizers (the primary segment, leveraging the meeting rooms and central location), travel agencies and tour operators (via Accor Travel Pros with double-driver complimentary rooms and bus parking), amateur and professional sports clubs (via Ibis Budget weekend rates with 11th room free), and leisure travelers visiting Cahors-area attractions (Pont Valentré, Cathédrale Saint-Étienne, Pech Merle caves, Lot Valley vineyards). Pricing is structured around per-night rates (Ibis Budget from €42.90 TT.C. agency rate, Ibis from €60.90 TT.C. agency rate), unit-priced breakfast at €14.50, and fixed meeting-room rentals.

Distribution is concentrated through Accor's global booking engine (all.accor.com), the multilingual property website (hotels-cahors.fr, available in 7 languages), and the Accor Travel Pros and Sports Club portals. The property holds five certifications — Atout France (2/3 stars), Clef Verte (obtained 2023), Accueil Tourisme et Handicap, Accueil Vélo, and Tourisme Zéro Déchet — supporting its positioning as a sustainability- and accessibility-oriented dual-branded property in a regional French market. The franchisee is led by Director of Publication Quentin Pivaudran and operates with 8 employees on a 24/7 reception basis.

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ibis & ibis budget Cahors is a 139-room dual-branded hotel (3-star Ibis plus 2-star Ibis Budget) in Cahors, France, operated by Alliance Hôtelière du Causse as an Accor franchisee. It serves business travelers, sports clubs, travel agencies, and leisure tourists with on-site dining, meeting rooms, and EV charging.

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Operating
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1–10
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HeadquartersCahors, France
HQ citystring
Cahors
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France
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Europe
Markets served

Serves global market

Offices1 record

Each record includes

City, Country, Type, Description, Source

Keyword5 values
hotel accommodation, hospitality services, seminar facilities, group bookings, business travel lodging
Industry1 code
1Budget Hotel Chains & Franchises
CodeTHAGABAMPrimaryYes
NAICS code1 code
  • Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels72111
SIC code1 code
  • Hotels & Motels7011
Product category
Hotel Accommodation
Social media profiles1 record
GTM motion1 record

Each record includes

Type, Description, Source

Revenue model4 records
1Hotel Room Rentals
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Overnight accommodation revenue from 139 combined rooms across Ibis (62 rooms, 3-star) and Ibis Budget (77 rooms, 2-star) properties. Room categories include standard, twin, triple, and quadruple configurations ranging from 14m² to 23m².

hotels-cahors.fr
2Restaurant Services
TypeOne Time License
Description

On-site EatSalad restaurant with 80 seats serving healthy salads, bowls, and light meals. Also includes buffet breakfast service priced at €14.50 per person.

hotels-cahors.fr
3Meeting and Seminar Facilities
TypeOne Time License
Description

Revenue from renting 4 meeting rooms (10m² to 120m²) for seminars, corporate events, and group gatherings. Rooms equipped with air conditioning, WiFi, projectors, and screens.

hotels-cahors.fr
4Group and Agency Contracts
TypeSubscription Recurring
Description

Special negotiated rates for travel agencies, sports clubs, and tour operators with packages including accommodation, breakfast, and driver/escort benefits.

hotels-cahors.fr
Marketing channels5 records

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Title, Type, Stage, Description, Source

Distribution channels5 records

Each record includes

Title, Type, Scope, Target buyer, Description, Source

Cost components5 values
Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others
Pricing details3 tiers
1Ibis Budget - Travel Agency Rate
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceMulti-year contract
Notes

From €42.90 TTC per person per night (double/twin room with breakfast). Two private bus seats, one free room with breakfast for driver, welcome refreshment for participants included.

hotels-cahors.fr
2Ibis - Travel Agency Rate
ModelSubscriptionBilling cadenceMulti-year contract
Notes

From €60.90 TTC per person per night (double/twin room with breakfast). Two private bus seats, one free room with breakfast for driver, welcome refreshment for participants included.

hotels-cahors.fr
3Breakfast Rate
ModelUnit PricingBilling cadencePay-as-you-go
Notes

€14.50 per person (breakfast not included in room rate except special offers)

GTM typeB2C
B2C
Offering typeServices
Services
Brand1 record
1EatSalad
Description

On-site restaurant offering healthy, fresh and balanced meals including customizable salads, nourishing bowls and light dishes. Located next to the pool.

hotels-cahors.fr
Core offering1 text field

Ibis & Ibis Budget Cahors operates a dual-branded franchised hotel property in Cahors, France, offering 139 combined rooms across a 3-star Ibis (62 rooms) and a 2-star Ibis Budget (77 rooms). The property provides overnight accommodations, on-site F&B (EatSalad restaurant and buffet breakfast), four meeting/seminar rooms, free coworking space, an outdoor pool, secured parking with EV charging, and tailored group bookings for travel agencies, sports clubs, and corporate clients.

Differentiator
Functional benefit
Problem solved
Quantifiable outcome1 of 3 values shown
  • 139 photovoltaic panels provide sustainable energy contribution
+2 more records
Product overview1 text field

Ibis & Ibis Budget Cahors operates as a dual-branded hotel property offering a combined 139 rooms across two hotel tiers. The Ibis Cahors (3-star, 62 rooms) provides full-service accommodations with Standard, Twin, Triple, and Quadruple room categories (18-23m²), while the Ibis Budget Cahors (2-star, 77 rooms) offers economical rooms (14-16m²) with essential amenities. The property includes an on-site EatSalad Restaurant with 80 seats serving healthy cuisine, four modular meeting rooms (10-120m²) for seminars and corporate events, free coworking space, and dedicated group booking services. Breakfast service is available as an add-on. The two hotels share common areas including a garden, lounge, and video-surveillance secured parking.

Product and service3 records
1Ibis Cahors
CategoryHotel Accommodation
Description

3-star hotel with 62 rooms in central Cahors offering modern accommodations (standard 18m², twin 18m², triple 20m², quadruple 23m²) with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and private bathrooms. Targeted at business travelers, leisure guests, and small groups.

2Ibis Budget Cahors
CategoryHotel Accommodation
Description

2-star budget hotel with 77 rooms featuring functional accommodations (standard 14m², twin 14m², triple 16m²) with private bathroom, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and Sweet Bed by Ibis bedding. Targeted at cost-conscious travelers, sports clubs, and tour groups.

3EatSalad Restaurant
Scale indicator9 records

Each record includes

Type, Value, Description, Source

Partnership1 partner
1Alliance Hôtelière du Causse
Strategic tierCoreTypeOthers
Description

Parent company operating both Ibis and Ibis Budget Cahors properties. Named in privacy policy as the business entity (Alliance Hôtelière du Causse, LD LA GARRIGUE BASSE 46600 BALADOU, SIREN 820249282). Director of publication: Quentin Pivaudran.

hotels-cahors.fr
Recent move6 records

Each record includes

Date, Type, Title, Description, Source

Expansion highlight7 records

Each record includes

Type, Description

Peers10 records
TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Holiday Inn Express is a global limited-service/midscale chain comparable to Ibis on product, target customer, and meeting-friendly positioning. Operates in France including regional cities, with similar breakfast-inclusive and business-traveler focus.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Accor SA is the parent franchisor of the Ibis and Ibis Budget brands under which this property operates. Directly comparable as the parent platform providing distribution (Accor.com, Travel Pros), brand standards, and loyalty (ALL) integration.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Campanile is a French midscale chain positioned similarly to Ibis (3-star). Comparable on room size, on-site restaurant, and meeting facilities targeting regional French business and leisure travelers.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Kyriad is a French midscale chain operating franchised and owned properties, including in regional cities. Comparable on midscale positioning, French regional focus, and dual business/leisure demand mix.

TypeDirect peer
Description

B&B Hotels is one of Europe's largest independent budget hotel chains with strong presence across France, including regional cities like Cahors. Directly comparable on price segment (budget rooms) and target customer (cost-conscious business and leisure travelers).

TypeDirect peer
Description

Ibis Budget is the budget franchise brand operated by Accor globally; the Cahors property is a direct franchisee of this brand for its 77-room 2-star wing. Comparable on product spec (14–16 m² rooms, Sweet Bed bedding) and distribution via Accor.com.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Ibis is the midscale franchise brand operated by Accor; the Cahors property is a direct franchisee for its 62-room 3-star wing. Comparable on brand standards, Accor distribution, and guest experience (18–23 m² rooms).

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

Ibis Styles is a sibling Accor midscale brand with distinctive design positioning, frequently co-located with Ibis and Ibis Budget in dual-brand Accor properties. Comparable on Accor franchise economics and distribution platform.

TypeBroad incumbent
Description

hotelF1 is Accor's ultra-budget brand targeting price-sensitive travelers. Comparable on Accor franchise model and French regional footprint; positioned below Ibis Budget on price and amenity level.

TypeDirect peer
Description

Premiere Classe is a French budget hotel chain comparable to Ibis Budget on product, price, and target customer (roadside/regional economy traveler). Operates across France with similar room sizes and limited-service model.

Market position
Strengths4 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Weaknesses4 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Competitive moat4 records

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Type, Details

Key risks5 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Key highlights6 records

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Headline, Details, Source

Customer concentration

Classification, Details

Segment4 records

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Title, Type, Primary, Description, Pain point addressed, Use case, Source

Ideal customer profile4 records

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Profile, Firmographic size, Sales motion, Sales cycle length, Buying structure, Purchase trigger, Buyer persona, Geography, Industry vertical, Primary use case, Description, Pain points, Evidence proof points, Target buyer

Technology focused
No
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No

Docs URL, Description

AI maturity
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Has app

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Revenue estimate
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Number of profiles
Profiles1 record

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Compliance5 records

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Name, Class, Description

Funding overview

Funding stage, Last funding date, Total funding USD

Funding rounds

Each record includes

Round, Amount USD, Date, Pre money valuation, Total investors, Investors, News

Investors

Each record includes

Name, Type, Date of entry, Rounds participated, Website

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Each record includes

Name, Acquisition type, Announced date, Completed date, Status, Website, News

Investment

Each record includes

Name, Round, Announced date, Lead investor, Website, News

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

ibis & ibis budget Cahors

Hotel Accommodationhotels-cahors.fr

ibis & ibis budget Cahors is a 139-room dual-branded hotel (3-star Ibis plus 2-star Ibis Budget) in Cahors, France, operated by Alliance Hôtelière du Causse as an Accor franchisee. It serves business travelers, sports clubs, travel agencies, and leisure tourists with on-site dining, meeting rooms, and EV charging.

What ibis & ibis budget Cahors does

ibis & ibis budget Cahors is a privately held dual-branded hotel property operated by Alliance Hôtelière du Causse (SIREN 820249282) under an Accor franchise at 936 Côte des Ormeaux, Cahors, Southwest France. The property combines 62 rooms at the 3-star Ibis (18–23 m², twin/triple/quadruple configurations) and 77 rooms at the 2-star Ibis Budget (14–16 m²), totaling 139 keys with shared facilities including an 80-seat EatSalad healthy restaurant, four modular meeting rooms (10–120 m²), free coworking space, an outdoor seasonal pool, 40+ surveillance cameras, four EV charging stations, and 139 photovoltaic panels.

The business serves four primary segments: business travelers and corporate seminar organizers (the primary segment, leveraging the meeting rooms and central location), travel agencies and tour operators (via Accor Travel Pros with double-driver complimentary rooms and bus parking), amateur and professional sports clubs (via Ibis Budget weekend rates with 11th room free), and leisure travelers visiting Cahors-area attractions (Pont Valentré, Cathédrale Saint-Étienne, Pech Merle caves, Lot Valley vineyards). Pricing is structured around per-night rates (Ibis Budget from €42.90 TT.C. agency rate, Ibis from €60.90 TT.C. agency rate), unit-priced breakfast at €14.50, and fixed meeting-room rentals.

Distribution is concentrated through Accor's global booking engine (all.accor.com), the multilingual property website (hotels-cahors.fr, available in 7 languages), and the Accor Travel Pros and Sports Club portals. The property holds five certifications — Atout France (2/3 stars), Clef Verte (obtained 2023), Accueil Tourisme et Handicap, Accueil Vélo, and Tourisme Zéro Déchet — supporting its positioning as a sustainability- and accessibility-oriented dual-branded property in a regional French market. The franchisee is led by Director of Publication Quentin Pivaudran and operates with 8 employees on a 24/7 reception basis.

ibis & ibis budget Cahors firmographics

Firmographics
Name
ibis & ibis budget Cahors
Legal name
Alliance Hôtelière du Causse
Website
https://hotels-cahors.fr
Company type
Private
Operating status
Operating
Headcount range
1–10 employees
Short description
ibis & ibis budget Cahors is a 139-room dual-branded hotel (3-star Ibis plus 2-star Ibis Budget) in Cahors, France, operated by Alliance Hôtelière du Causse as an Accor franchisee. It serves business travelers, sports clubs, travel agencies, and leisure tourists with on-site dining, meeting rooms, and EV charging.
Ownership category
akta.pro rank

ibis & ibis budget Cahors industry classification

Industry
Product category
Hotel Accommodation
NAICS
Hotels (except Casino Hotels) and Motels (72111)
SIC
Hotels & Motels (7011)
akta.pro primary industry
Budget Hotel Chains & Franchises (THAGABAM)

Keywords

  • Hotel accommodation
  • Hospitality services
  • Seminar facilities
  • Group bookings
  • Business travel lodging

Where ibis & ibis budget Cahors is headquartered

Location

Headquarters

HQ city
Cahors
HQ country
France
HQ region
Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

ibis & ibis budget Cahors business model

Business model
GTM type
B2C
Offering type
Services
Cost components
Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

  1. Hotel Room Rentals: Overnight accommodation revenue from 139 combined rooms across Ibis (62 rooms, 3-star) and Ibis Budget (77 rooms, 2-star) properties. Room categories include standard, twin, triple, and quadruple configurations ranging from 14m² to 23m².
  2. Restaurant Services: On-site EatSalad restaurant with 80 seats serving healthy salads, bowls, and light meals. Also includes buffet breakfast service priced at €14.50 per person.
  3. Meeting and Seminar Facilities: Revenue from renting 4 meeting rooms (10m² to 120m²) for seminars, corporate events, and group gatherings. Rooms equipped with air conditioning, WiFi, projectors, and screens.
  4. Group and Agency Contracts: Special negotiated rates for travel agencies, sports clubs, and tour operators with packages including accommodation, breakfast, and driver/escort benefits.

Pricing tiers

ModelBillingPrice
SubscriptionMulti-year contractIbis Budget - Travel Agency Rate
SubscriptionMulti-year contractIbis - Travel Agency Rate
Unit PricingPay-as-you-goBreakfast Rate

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels5 records

ibis & ibis budget Cahors product offering

Product offering

Core offering

Ibis & Ibis Budget Cahors operates a dual-branded franchised hotel property in Cahors, France, offering 139 combined rooms across a 3-star Ibis (62 rooms) and a 2-star Ibis Budget (77 rooms). The property provides overnight accommodations, on-site F&B (EatSalad restaurant and buffet breakfast), four meeting/seminar rooms, free coworking space, an outdoor pool, secured parking with EV charging, and tailored group bookings for travel agencies, sports clubs, and corporate clients.

Product overview

Ibis & Ibis Budget Cahors operates as a dual-branded hotel property offering a combined 139 rooms across two hotel tiers. The Ibis Cahors (3-star, 62 rooms) provides full-service accommodations with Standard, Twin, Triple, and Quadruple room categories (18-23m²), while the Ibis Budget Cahors (2-star, 77 rooms) offers economical rooms (14-16m²) with essential amenities. The property includes an on-site EatSalad Restaurant with 80 seats serving healthy cuisine, four modular meeting rooms (10-120m²) for seminars and corporate events, free coworking space, and dedicated group booking services. Breakfast service is available as an add-on. The two hotels share common areas including a garden, lounge, and video-surveillance secured parking.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

  • EatSalad: On-site restaurant offering healthy, fresh and balanced meals including customizable salads, nourishing bowls and light dishes. Located next to the pool.

Products and services

  • Ibis Cahors 3-star hotel with 62 rooms in central Cahors offering modern accommodations (standard 18m², twin 18m², triple 20m², quadruple 23m²) with free Wi-Fi, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, and private bathrooms. Targeted at business travelers, leisure guests, and small groups.
  • Ibis Budget Cahors 2-star budget hotel with 77 rooms featuring functional accommodations (standard 14m², twin 14m², triple 16m²) with private bathroom, flat-screen TV, free Wi-Fi, and Sweet Bed by Ibis bedding. Targeted at cost-conscious travelers, sports clubs, and tour groups.
  • EatSalad Restaurant

Quantifiable outcome

  • 139 photovoltaic panels provide sustainable energy contribution
  • +2 more outcomes

Companies that use ibis & ibis budget Cahors

Customer profile

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

ibis & ibis budget Cahors technology and API

Technology

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API
No
API docs
API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

ibis & ibis budget Cahors partnerships and signals

Strategic signal

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

  • Alliance Hôtelière du CaussecoreOthersParent company operating both Ibis and Ibis Budget Cahors properties. Named in privacy policy as the business entity (Alliance Hôtelière du Causse, LD LA GARRIGUE BASSE 46600 BALADOU, SIREN 820249282). Director of publication: Quentin Pivaudran.

Scale indicators9 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights7 records

ibis & ibis budget Cahors competitors and assessment

Company assessment

Broad incumbents

  • Holiday Inn Express (IHG): Holiday Inn Express is a global limited-service/midscale chain comparable to Ibis on product, target customer, and meeting-friendly positioning. Operates in France including regional cities, with similar breakfast-inclusive and business-traveler focus.
  • Accor SA: Accor SA is the parent franchisor of the Ibis and Ibis Budget brands under which this property operates. Directly comparable as the parent platform providing distribution (Accor.com, Travel Pros), brand standards, and loyalty (ALL) integration.
  • Ibis Styles (Accor brand): Ibis Styles is a sibling Accor midscale brand with distinctive design positioning, frequently co-located with Ibis and Ibis Budget in dual-brand Accor properties. Comparable on Accor franchise economics and distribution platform.
  • hotelF1 (Accor brand): hotelF1 is Accor's ultra-budget brand targeting price-sensitive travelers. Comparable on Accor franchise model and French regional footprint; positioned below Ibis Budget on price and amenity level.

Direct peers

  • Campanile (Louvre Hotels Group): Campanile is a French midscale chain positioned similarly to Ibis (3-star). Comparable on room size, on-site restaurant, and meeting facilities targeting regional French business and leisure travelers.
  • Kyriad (Louvre Hotels Group): Kyriad is a French midscale chain operating franchised and owned properties, including in regional cities. Comparable on midscale positioning, French regional focus, and dual business/leisure demand mix.
  • B&B Hotels: B&B Hotels is one of Europe's largest independent budget hotel chains with strong presence across France, including regional cities like Cahors. Directly comparable on price segment (budget rooms) and target customer (cost-conscious business and leisure travelers).
  • Ibis Budget (Accor brand): Ibis Budget is the budget franchise brand operated by Accor globally; the Cahors property is a direct franchisee of this brand for its 77-room 2-star wing. Comparable on product spec (14–16 m² rooms, Sweet Bed bedding) and distribution via Accor.com.
  • Ibis (Accor brand): Ibis is the midscale franchise brand operated by Accor; the Cahors property is a direct franchisee for its 62-room 3-star wing. Comparable on brand standards, Accor distribution, and guest experience (18–23 m² rooms).
  • Premiere Classe (Louvre Hotels Group): Premiere Classe is a French budget hotel chain comparable to Ibis Budget on product, price, and target customer (roadside/regional economy traveler). Operates across France with similar room sizes and limited-service model.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

ibis & ibis budget Cahors social profiles

Digital presence

ibis & ibis budget Cahors compliance and trust

Trust signal

Compliance5 records

ibis & ibis budget Cahors financial estimates

Financial estimate

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

ibis & ibis budget Cahors leadership team

Management profile

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

ibis & ibis budget Cahors funding detail

Funding detail

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

ibis & ibis budget Cahors M&A and investment

M&A and investment

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

Frequently asked questions about ibis & ibis budget Cahors

What does ibis & ibis budget Cahors do?

Ibis & Ibis Budget Cahors operates a dual-branded franchised hotel property in Cahors, France, offering 139 combined rooms across a 3-star Ibis (62 rooms) and a 2-star Ibis Budget (77 rooms). The property provides overnight accommodations, on-site F&B (EatSalad restaurant and buffet breakfast), four meeting/seminar rooms, free coworking space, an outdoor pool, secured parking with EV charging, and tailored group bookings for travel agencies, sports clubs, and corporate clients.

Is ibis & ibis budget Cahors a public or private company?

ibis & ibis budget Cahors is a private company. It is classified as founder individual operated bootstrapped and is currently operating.

When was ibis & ibis budget Cahors founded?

ibis & ibis budget Cahors was founded in -1. It employs 1 to 10 people.

Where is ibis & ibis budget Cahors based?

ibis & ibis budget Cahors is headquartered in Cahors, France, in the Europe region.

How does ibis & ibis budget Cahors make money?

Four revenue lines are on record. Hotel Room Rentals are the primary driver. The others are restaurant Services, meeting and Seminar Facilities and group and Agency Contracts.

Who are ibis & ibis budget Cahors's main competitors?

Broad incumbents on record are Holiday Inn Express (IHG), Accor SA, Ibis Styles (Accor brand) and hotelF1 (Accor brand). Direct peers are Campanile (Louvre Hotels Group), Kyriad (Louvre Hotels Group), B&B Hotels, Ibis Budget (Accor brand), Ibis (Accor brand) and Premiere Classe (Louvre Hotels Group).

Does ibis & ibis budget Cahors have an API?

No public API is recorded for ibis & ibis budget Cahors.

What industry is ibis & ibis budget Cahors in?

ibis & ibis budget Cahors's product category is Hotel Accommodation. Its primary akta.pro industry code is THAGABAM, Budget Hotel Chains & Franchises. Its NAICS code is 72111 and its SIC code is 7011.

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