水兵酒店

Very easy and straightforward option in a great spot by the marina. Check in is very simple and the process is easy. Rooms are simple, comfortable and all you need if you’re out and about all day.

The staff were very communicative, welcoming, and helpful. The room was spacious for the price and, despite being in a busy area, the courtyard facing room was very quiet. Air conditioning worked very well. We enjoyed being located in the Vieux Port, close to restaurants and shops and the sights. Breakfast was fresh and filling for only 10 Euro. Delightful hotel!

It's above a restaurant in an original older building, so there are several flights of stairs to negotiate with no lifts/elevators (which didn't bother me in the slightest, although I was offered help with my luggage which I didn't need). I chose a room with a fantastic view over the port, and even though the area was busy with many restaurants etc, the two sets of double-glazed windows meant that the room was quiet when closed. The breakfast I ordered in my room arrived on the dot of 10.00 as requested and was excellent - the croissant and pain au chocolat were beautifully light and crisp - the best I have had; the other items were equally good, and having it overlooking the port with the windows open was a real bonus. I should also say that I had a problem with the timing of my taxi to the airport which was to arrive during the time when the reception is not open (12.00 - 15.00), as I had left my luggage after check-out and they went out of their way to accommodate me, which I may say is indicative of their genuine friendliness. When I return to La Rochelle in the future, I will certainly be staying in this hotel!