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Vatel Nîmes is a hotel management school that trains future managers and executives in the hospitality and tourism sectors
The Vatel School in Nimes brings together 700 students of different nationalities. This multicultural campus trains its students in either French or English and spans 14,000 square meters, housing lifesized training facilities, theoretical classrooms, and student residence.
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Vatel’s teaching approach is based on a fundamental principle: skills are mastered through hands-on experience. The professional training facilities allow you to face the realities of the profession and gain practical experience.
Vatel Nîmes provides students with a full range of services to support their academic journey and student life.
HOUSING FACILITIES
Student residence with 200 fully equipped single rooms, free Wi-Fi, and laundry facilities.
Stay on campus, including accommodation and three meals per day.
Management programs available as full-time or apprenticeship, with flexible funding options and dedicated support to help you bring your study project to life.
Tuition fees are covered, and apprentices receive a salary according to the apprenticeship wage scale. All classes are taught in French and English, and you must be authorized to work in France to apply.
Annual Registration Fee: €450.
Note: Tuition fees may change each year.
Information is available from the Admissions Officer. Preferential-rate student loans are offered by partner banks upon review of the application. These loans are only available to students residing in France.
For any other questions regarding Vatel Business School Nîmes, please contact the Vatel Nîmes reception:
Tel: +33 (0)4 66 62 57 02
Email: info.nimes@vatel.fr
Hôtel Vatel is available for any meals or special events.
140 rue Vatel, 30900 Nîmes
Tel: +33 (0)4 66 62 57 57
Book online:
www.hotelvatel.fr
Yes, the campus includes a student residence with 200 fully equipped single rooms, free Wi-Fi, and laundry facilities.
Price: Single room: €200/week, full board*
*Per week of stay on campus, including accommodation and three meals per day.
Housing assistance (APL) may be available.
2025 rates, for informational purposes.
Vatel Nîmes brings together 700 students from different nationalities. This multicultural campus offers programs in French or English and, on its 14,000 m² campus, combines real-world training facilities, theoretical teaching spaces, and student life areas.
Vatel Nîmes is located at 140 rue Vatel, 30900 Nîmes. Transportation options include:
By car: A9-E15 or A54 motorway, Nîmes Ouest exit
Taxi: From Nîmes train station to Hôtel Vatel
Public transport: Bus from Gare Feuchères to CHU Caremeau T2
Vatel Nîmes has a number of hands-on training facilities that help students use what they learn in class and improve their professional skills. These spaces give future hospitality managers a taste of what it's like to work in the real world.
Hôtel & Spa Vatel 4-star: 42 rooms and 4 suites
Vatel Brasserie: Open to the public 7 days a week, with a charming flowered and shaded terrace
Vatel Gastronomic Restaurant: The school's main training restaurant, which is open to the public. Students learn how to run a restaurant by doing everything from cooking to serving customers. It is an important place to learn both technical skills and how to act professionally.
Seminar rooms and reception halls: These flexible spaces let students learn how to plan and run events like seminars, conferences, banquets, and cocktail parties. Students learn how to plan and work together.
Tuition fees at Vatel Nîmes vary depending on the program (full-time or apprenticeship) .
For full time programs:
Annual registration fee: €450
Indicative annual tuition fees (subject to change):
Bachelor 1st year: €10,500
MBA 1st year: €10,800
MBA preparatory year: €10,500
Monthly or quarterly payment options are available. Tuition fees may change each year.
Apprenticeship programs:
Tuition fees are covered by the company hosting the student under an apprenticeship contract. Students sign a work contract and are paid by the company.