Hotel de Paris

I really like this hotel, the location is perfect for the old town, with shops, bars, cafes etc within a few metres walk. The main transport square is only maybe 50m away, with lots of buses and bikes. It’s such a cool vibe inside the hotel, like 70’s style. Very friendly staff, very good value. The breakfast is ok, like a continental selection, nothing hot (apart from boiled eggs) but it’s fine. I’m on the second floor and here is a slight fan type noise all the time, it’s quieter as you go down each floor, but I’ve slept well. The veranda is a little grubby, as is the central outdoor area, but everything else is immaculate. Don’t expect that perfect modern hotel look, the bathroom for example looks “dated” but that’s the point - it’s really clean and looks so cool and homely, not like all the usual modern hotels that have no character. Good selection of books downstairs. I really like the place, originally booked 3 nights but extended that to just over a week which says something. Only marked 3 for Services as there’s not much else other than rooms, a chill out area and the breakfast room, so don’t expect spas/pools etc

This friendly hotel in a great location close to the market totally surpassed our expectations. Jessica (fluent English) and her mother and partner recently took it over and are making continuous improvements. We booked for two nights and stayed for six!! They couldn't have been more helpful, even housing the bicycles we hired. The room was light and comfortable and there are great common areas downstairs and a courtyard. We can't recommend it highly enough. The highlight of our trip and we hope to return.

I chose this hotel for its proximity to the city centre. It’s been over 40 years since I last visited La Rochelle and I will definitely be back!