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4.0 of 5
43, Rue du Minage, 17000 La Rochelle, France
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Residence de France
Ranked #11 of 45 hotels in La Rochelle
4.0 of 5 stars 81 Reviews
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Cardiff, United Kingdom
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20 reviews 20 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
“Good location but nothing special”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 December 2011

A friend and I stayed here in September. The location is within good walking distance (10 mins) from the waterfront bars and restaurants and for the rate we paid for the hotel, I was not massively disappointed with the average room and the poor service. That being said, it is a four star hotel and so could up its game slightly as not everyone will get as good a deal as we did.

The staff on reception were not really that helpful and the room had two single beds pushed together - a bit of a pet hate of mine as either have twin beds or a double bed! The pool could have also done with a good clean as it was full of leaves and as it was still quite mild in September, I would have fancied a swim but was put off.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled with friends
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Service
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British Columbia
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
“Functional”
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 November 2011
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The hotel has two parts - one 4 star hotel, and the other, apartments. We stayed in the apartment. It was totally adequate - easy parking, kitchenettes, clean sheets and towels. The room itself is completely void of personality and character. It was a great place to crash for one night on our way through. The walk to the waterfront is a pleasant 10 minutes. La Rochelle is yet another charming, upscale small town in France.

  • Stayed November 2011
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Duesseldorf
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“A lovely hotel”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 October 2011

We chose this hotel primarily because it has its own off street parking which in La Rochelle is well worth the 9 Euros per night given the very narrow roads in this beautiful city. The hotel is well positioned for the fantastic seafood restaurants on the sea front. The room was well proportioned and had the benefit of the mini kitchen which we did use for making a simple breakfast.

The reception staff were thoughtful and helpful and very friendly; we received a friendly welcome with lots of hints and tips about the city. Despite its central position, the hotel was very quiet and relaxing.

It was a good stay and thoroughly enjoyable at the hotel.

We have no complaints with this hotel and we would happliy go back. I would thoroughly recommend it.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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York, United Kingdom
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
“Great location”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 October 2011

staff friendly and helpful. clean and beautiful place, with an open fire and piano in the lovely bar. our family room was more than adequate and it was nice to have 2 seperate single beds for the children, not a shared sofa bed. Location was perfect, close to all restaurants, harbour etc but not noisy. free secure parking. would definately stay here again.

negatives - large bathroom but not a seperate toilet which in a family room would be really helpful. kitchenette = basic. Decor in rooms = tired. Very small lift

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Dorking, United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
“Great position and staff”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 October 2011

We booked this hotel for a 2 night stay for my wife's birthday. The hotels position and entrance was great and the staff were exeptionally helpful. The only one negative is that once you are away from the ground floor it all looks a bit tired and in need of a lick of paint and didn't have the feel of other 4* hotels we have been to.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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  • Residence De France La Rochelle
Address: 43, Rue du Minage, 17000 La Rochelle, France
Price range (per night):* 151 AUD - 303 AUD

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