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About the Hotel

16 Rue De L'Escale, La Rochelle (Charente-Maritime), 17000

Close to the Vieux Port

Great

8.4

/10

Loved by Central Hotel La Rochelle Centre guests

Central location

Friendly staff

Spacious room

Comfortable bed

"Amazing room, great price, very comfortable and fantastic location"

Rachel from Ireland

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"Like a little oasis."

Katie from United Kingdom

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"The location is great, super close to the main attractions and wallking distance to the train station."

Lina from United States

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"The location, the staff and the room."

Fonseca from Portugal

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"We arrived during the heatwave,it was a little oasis in our exploration of La Rochelle,breakfast was great it's probably geared to a younger crowd but our room was fantastic and staff really accomodating"

David from Australia

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3-star city-centre hotel with wheelchair-accessible rooms, 1 km from Concurrence Beach

Location

CENTRAL Hôtel La Rochelle Centre places guests in La Rochelle city centre, within a 15-minute walk from La Rochelle Train Station. Concurrence Beach is less than 1 km away, giving easy access to the shoreline. The hotel sits on a historic cobbled street, with street parking available on nearby roads and disabled parking spaces close by.

Accommodations

Rooms come with private bathrooms, hairdryers, showers, wardrobes, and TVs, plus kitchenettes and tea and coffee makers. Certain rooms offer inner courtyard views, and all have heating. The bathroom includes a lower sink, toilet grab rails, and a wheel-in shower with a pull-down seat, making the hotel wheelchair accessible.

Dining

The on-site restaurant serves French cuisine for lunch and dinner. A buffet breakfast offers juice, fresh pastries, cheese, and fruits each morning. The property also has a bar, a coffee house on site, and a snack bar, with wine and champagne available.

Amenities & Services

The hotel offers a sun terrace, outdoor furniture, and a shared lounge where guests can relax. Yoga classes and cooking classes are available on site, along with live sport events and happy hour. Daily housekeeping, luggage storage, and a 24-hour front desk are provided, plus express check-in/check-out and a concierge service.

Pet-Friendly & Family Features

Pets are welcome, with pet bowls provided for ease of stay. Family rooms are available, and the hotel offers board games and puzzles for children. The property includes facilities for disabled guests and has CCTV in common areas and outside, plus smoke alarms and safety deposit boxes.

Highlights

Location: City centre, 1 km from beach

Rooms: Wheelchair-accessible with roll-in shower

Dining: French cuisine restaurant & buffet breakfast

Wellness: On-site yoga and cooking classes

Pet-Friendly: Dogs allowed, pet bowls provided

Entertainment: Live sport events & happy hour

“What strikes me is how this reimagined historical building has become a supremely comfortable, even beautiful, space. The location is truly central, ideal for accessing both the shops and port, and the staff's warmth is often noted. It's a sophisticated base for exploring La Rochelle.”

Grace WhitmanContent & Editorial Director at Familyhotels

Location: Perfect

9.5/10Review score

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Highlights from guests

Room FeaturesPerfect Oasis

The room was fantastic! It felt like an oasis. It was spacious and well decorated, newly renovated, clean, light, and airy.

Mia from Australia

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BathroomWheelchair accessible

The wheel-in shower with grab rails and toilet with right-side rail made the bathroom near perfect for wheelchair users.

Oliver from United Kingdom

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DiningGreat Breakfast

Breakfast was great. The coffee was the best I had on the west coast during my three week trip.

Noah from United States

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Guest ParkingCentral Location

The central location is super close to attractions. The train station is within walking distance.

Lucas from Philippines

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Choose from a variety of room types

Choose from a wide variety of rooms designed for families, including double rooms, family suites, and rooms with breakfast included

Standard Queen Room
2 persons
240 sq. feet
1 Double bed and 1 Bunk bed
Heating
Shower
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Studio
2 persons
305 sq. feet
1 Double bed and 1 Sofa bed
Heating
Shower
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Junior Suite
2 persons
325 sq. feet
1 Double bed and 1 Sofa bed
Heating
Shower
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Facilities

Each family-friendly hotel provides top-notch amenities for an unforgettable stay with your loved ones

Facilities: Great

8.5/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Canoeing
Yoga class
Fishing

Services

Pet amenities available
Housekeeping
Car hire
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots
Board games

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Spa & Leisure

Sun terrace

Room features

Heating
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities

Bathroom

Sink

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV

Central Hotel La Rochelle Centre Location

16 Rue De L'Escale, La Rochelle (Charente-Maritime), 17000

Map view

City landmarks

Aquarium

L'aquarium

5000 ft

Landmark

Le Bunker de La Rochelle

3600 ft

Museum

Musee d'histoire naturelle de La Rochelle

3800 ft

Museum

New World Museum

3100 ft

Landmark

Vieux Port

2600 ft

Museum

Musee des Beaux-Arts

2900 ft

Church

Cathedrale St-Louis

2600 ft

Tower

Tower of the Lantern

2400 ft

Museum

Museum of Automata

4900 ft

Museum

Musee Maritime La Rochelle

1.1 mi

Landmark

La Rochelle Aquarium

5000 ft

Church

Saint-Sauveur Church

3200 ft

Landmark

Towers of La Rochelle

4300 ft

Landmark

The Globe of Francophonie

2000 ft

Landmark

Place de Verdun

3000 ft

Church

Eglise Notre-Dame-de-Cougnes de La Rochelle

2700 ft

Nearby

Theatre

La Coursive

1400 ft

Park

Le parc Charruyer

800 ft

Fountain

fontaine du Pilori

1900 ft

Rue des Deux Moulins

De Generation en Generation

1600 ft

Cours des Dames

Musee Grevin

1700 ft

11 rue des Augustins

Maison Henri II de La Rochelle

700 ft

Quai Duperre

Statue Admiral Duperre

800 ft

2 rue Saint Michel

Musee Protestant

1400 ft

La RochelleFrance

Rue du Palais

400 ft

2 rue Saint Come

Musee d'Orbigny-Bernon

1600 ft

La Pallice

Base sous-marine de La Rochelle

500 ft

12 rue des Augustins

Chapel of Our Lady of Hope

900 ft

Rue sur les Murs

Rue Sur-les-Murs

1400 ft

Restaurants

Creperie du Theatre

700 ft

9 rue Chef de Ville

Les Cedres du Liban de la Rochelle

1600 ft

22 rue des Templiers

L'Entourage

1800 ft

23 rue Leonce Vieljeux

Gaspard & Leon Original Coffee Shop

900 ft

6 rue de la Grosse Horloge

O'Delices de Vero

900 ft

8 rue de la Grosse Horloge

Bambou

1000 ft

32 rue du Temple

L'Epi de Ble

1600 ft

2 rue du Port

Le Carthage

900 ft

17 rue Leonce Vieljeux

Explore La Rochelle (Charente-Maritime)

Local Highlights

Vieux Port

10 minutes' walk

Historic harbor area featuring shops, cafes, and stunning views of the sea and sailing boats.

Museum of Automata

18 minutes' walk

Showcases a unique collection of mechanical figures and automatons, perfect for all ages.

Towers of La Rochelle

16 minutes' walk

Dramatic towers guarding the harbor, providing panoramic views and historical insights.

La Rochelle Aquarium

19 minutes' walk

One of the largest aquariums in France featuring over 12,000 marine species and interactive exhibits.

Biking Along the Coast

10 minutes' drive

Rent bicycles and explore scenic coastal trails, ideal for adventure seekers.

Relaxation at Spa

8 minutes' drive

Visit nearby spa facilities for rejuvenating treatments, perfect for relaxation and wellness.

Creperie du Theatre

3 minutes' walk

Cozy atmosphere serving a variety of savory and sweet crepes with local ingredients.

Les Cedres du Liban de la Rochelle

6 minutes' walk

Lebanese cuisine with a warm atmosphere; known for delicious hummus and mezze platters.

The Globe of Francophonie

10 minutes' walk

Venue hosting cultural events, with regular live music and performances appealing to all ages.

Place de Verdun

11 minutes' walk

Charming square featuring various cafes and occasional local markets, ideal for leisurely evenings.

Tips on navigating the city

City Centre
La Rochelle (Charente-Maritime) 4 min · 1000 ft
Airports
La Rochelle (LRH) 8 min · 3.2 mi
Train
La Rochelle Train Station 14 min · 3700 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 15:00-23:59

Check-out

from 06:00-11:00

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs EUR 13.0 per person.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Number of rooms:

Former name

central hôtel la rochelle centre

Family-focused reviews and ratings

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Breakfast

8.3/10

Cleanliness

8.9/10

Comfort

8.9/10

Facilities

8.5/10

Free Wi-Fi

5.0/10

Location

9.5/10

Paid Wi-Fi

10.0/10

Staff

8.8/10

Value for money

8.1/10

Pros

Central location

Comfortable room

Modern design

Cons

Poor reception

Customer service

Breakfast issues

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