having been to the Vosges twice this year, I cannot abide the French Peage on account of its mind numbing views

I much prefer the route through Belgium, Lux etc, Bastogne is a good easy ride from the coast, with lots to see if you want to,
here would be my choice of Hotels.
From there the Vosges are a few hours ride depending on whether you want to keep off the motorways or not, and for me the
Col de Bussang is the perfect biker Hotel, with a good position for some of the best roads in the area.