Want to discover Charente-Maritime? Stay at one of the best hotels in La Rochelle.
On the shores of the Atlantic Ocean, La Rochelle shines in the Charente-Maritime department. Indeed, this thousand-year-old coastal city captures the hearts of all those who tread its cobblestones steeped in history, gastronomy and sunshine. By bike or on foot, discover the countless treasures of its old port, towers and historic center. A city of light par excellence, let the sea breeze guide you throughout your visit.
It’s not always easy to know where to sleep, so Generation Voyage has put together a list of the best places to stay in La Rochelle. Our selection includes hotels on the seafront, near the port and luxurious manor houses.
The real thing
Stay in La Rochelle in historic buildings that blend authenticity and modernity.
1. Hotel La Monnaie Art & SPA
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- Hotel assets: downtown location and room decor
- Budget: €€€€
- Services: ★★★★
Hotel La Monnaie nestles at the foot of the Tour de la Lanterne in a former money workshop. This luxury establishment exudes refinement and voluptuousness. The owners have given it a design edge, with works of art scattered throughout the rooms.
The top-of-the-range rooms meet the criteria of the most demanding customers, with their top-quality bedding and unique decor.
Conveniently located in downtown La Rochelle, you can visit the old port and La Coursive on foot. After exploring La Rochelle, you’ll be delighted to relax in their relaxation area. Here, you can choose between sauna, hammam and massages. And why not all three?
2. Le Manoir Hotel
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- Hotel assets: the setting, the location close to the city center and the parking lot.
- Budget: €€€
- Services: ★★★
Behind the imposing facade of this 19th-century building lies a hotel that perfectly combines tradition and design. It offers 18 renovated rooms for the ultimate comfort of couples and families alike.
What’s surprising as soon as you step into the lobby are the pop artworks that stand out in this former private mansion. In fact, you’ll even find them in your room above the top-of-the-range bedding. Just the thing to add a little color to your vacation in La Rochelle.
The hotel also provides several services such as luggage storage, activity booking and tourist advice.
3. Le Champlain -Les Collectionneurs
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- Hotel assets: French garden, historic setting and location
- Budget: €€€
- Services: ★★★
Just five minutes from the old port, you’ll find this charming 17th-century hotel. In fact, this former convent has stood the test of time and generations to offer you a moment of escape.
Guests come here to recharge their batteries in their spacious rooms overlooking the French garden. That’s right, 1,000 m2 of greenery and shimmering colors perfectly maintained for your enjoyment. What’s more, from this historic building, you can reach the center of La Rochelle and its incredible watchtowers.
The moderns
These hotels are a perfect blend of tradition and modernity.
4. Central Park Hotel & Spa
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- Hotel assets: spa area, location and staff
- Budget: €€€
- Services: ★★★★
The Central Park hotel offers a luxurious and relaxing setting for your stay in La Rochelle. Its modern, uncluttered decor conveys an image of simplicity and refinement in the heart of La Rochelle.
The spa area, which can be fully privatized, offers a gentle interlude during your getaway. A magical place, simply perfect for a romantic weekend in the White City.
On the outskirts of the establishment lies the verdant Parc Charruyer. Stroll to the main tourist attractions or go for your morning jog.
5. Novotel La Rochelle Centre
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- Hotel assets: outdoor pool, proximity to downtown and on-site parking
- Budget: €€€
- Services: ★★★★
The Novotel La Rochelle’s location is perfect for getting away from it all in the Charente town. Spacious, comfortable rooms welcome families, friends and business travelers.
The outdoor swimming pool, heated in season, adds an extra touch of modernity when the sun beats down on the Porte Océane. In addition, the hotel offers a coworking space for those who wish to combine work and pleasure.
Their bistronomic restaurant serves local dishes made from seasonal produce. The location is also ideal for discovering emblematic landmarks such as La Rochelle’s big clock or the Lanterne Tower.
6. Hôtel Saint-Nicolas
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- Hotel assets: the neighborhood, cuisine and services on offer
- Budget: €€€
- Services: ★★★
In the Saint-Nicolas district, the hotel of the same name offers a stopover in downtown La Rochelle. The sober, spacious rooms will welcome families in search of a weekend getaway.
The hotel also offers personalized services such as bike rental, a fitness room, a coworking space and laundry facilities.
The restaurant’s cuisine is gourmet, organic and seasonal. This commitment is also reflected in their copious breakfasts, filled with viennoiseries from a local baker.
Economic
Visit La Rochelle at the best prices with our selection of budget hotels.
7. Hotel de Paris
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- Hotel assets: vintage decor, proximity to city center
- Budget: €€€
- Services: ★★
Enjoy a pleasant stay at this value-for-money hotel nestled between Place de Verdun and Place du Marché.
It offers comfortable, vintage-style rooms overlooking the inner garden. In fact, one of their rooms is also accessible for people with reduced mobility. Don’t forget to ask when you book.
Take advantage of your stopover to visit theLa Rochelle Aquarium with your family, the old port and the Plage de la Concurrence, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean.
8. Citotel Hôtel le Bord’O
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- Hotel assets: location and room comfort
- Budget: €€€
- Services: ★★
Right in the center of town, you’ll find this beautiful hotel in the heart of an 18th-century building. The rooms are a perfect blend of comfort and the advantages of a city-center location. They also feature a large walk-in shower.
The buffet breakfast is a tribute to La Rochelle’s gastronomy. What’s more, the La Rochelle train station is close by to take you to theIle de Ré.
9. Hôtel La Marine, Old Port
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- Hotel assets: harbor views and location
- Budget: €€€
- Services: ★★
Make the most of your stay in La Rochelle by booking a stay at this hotel opposite the medieval towers. In the morning, wake up to the hustle and bustle of the city in rooms overlooking the port.
Stroll through the cafés, shops and street performers right next door. Book a sea excursion to see the legendary Fort Boyard, or discover theislands of Ré,Aix andOléron.
The luxurious
La Rochelle has no shortage of luxurious hotels, as charming as they are refined.
10. Ambassadors’ House
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- Hotel assets: refined surroundings, outdoor pool and top-of-the-range services
- Budget: €€€€
- Services: ★★★★★
Would you like to stay in one of the best hotels in La Rochelle? Then put down your bags in this Maison des Ambassadeurs under the arcades of the historic center.
Here, luxury pays tribute to the son of La Rochelle: Albert Bodard. His influence can be felt throughout the decor of this five-star establishment. The spacious, refined rooms invite you to relax and unwind. The staff leave nothing to chance, with personalized touches in the form of beach accessories and high-quality tea.
La Rochelle is also the starting point for visiting the treasures of the Charente-Maritime region. Discover the Marais Poitevin (the « Green Venice »), just 1 hour’s drive away.
11. Maisons du Monde Hotel & Suites
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- The hotel’s strengths: decor, thoughtful touches and brunch
- Budget: €€€
- Services: ★★★★★
The Maisons du Monde brand welcomes you to its hotel in the heart of the city. As you might expect, nothing is left to chance when it comes to decoration. Each of the five rooms has its own unique style and a different destination, just like in their catalog. So which one do you prefer? On Sundays, laze in bed before enjoying a delicious homemade brunch in a convivial atmosphere.
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