Located in the heart of historic La Rochelle, this hotel is set in a 16th century building just a 5 minute walk from the Old Port and local market. Hôtel François 1er offers free unlimited WiFi and a 24-hour reception. All room at Hôtel François 1er are spacious, and feature a design and cosy décor inspired by the themes of rock, movie, painting, graffiti or photography. They are fitted with a TV, and come with a private bathroom. Various facilities are available at the property such as the room service, a bar lounge, and a chill out area. Upon prior request and at an extra cost, guests can park their car in the property's secure parking located in the city centre. The hotel is within walking distance from several shops, restaurants and lively bars. Hôtel François 1er is also close to attractions such as the Aquarium, the Natural History Museum, the city's parks and beaches. La Rochelle Train Station is conveniently located 1.9 km from Hôtel François 1er.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Situated in the real heart of La Rochelle, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.4

Breakfast info

Continental, Vegetarian, Buffet

Private parking at the hotel


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 1:
1 single bed
and
1 large double bed
Bedroom 2:
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
7.9
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
7.9
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.7
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We had an excellent stay at this hotel. It is modern, clean and comfortable and we would happily stay there again. The staff are brilliant, really helpful and easy to deal with. The on-site car park is very handy. About 5 minutes walk into the Old...
  • Federica
    Switzerland Switzerland
    Perfect location with private and public parking available. Clean and comfy facilities. Friendly staff.
  • Nigel
    France France
    It was all great but the shower was very small for today’s standards , but we will go back .

Hotel surroundings

Facilities of Hôtel François 1er

Most popular facilities
  • Private parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Room service
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun terrace
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Private parking is possible on site (reservation is needed) and costs € 20 per day.
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Express check-in/check-out
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Meeting/banquet facilities
    Additional charge
  • Room service
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Soundproofing
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Fan
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Visual aids: Braille
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • French

House rules

Hôtel François 1er takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 15:00 to 00:00

Check-out

Until 11:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 1 year
Cot upon request
€ 8 per child, per night
2 years
Cot upon request
€ 8 per child, per night
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night
3 - 15 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 20 per child, per night

Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Hôtel François 1er accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests planning to use the car park must reserve a space in advance upon reservation. Please write this in the comments box of your booking.

Parking fares can vary depending on the season.

Please note that this hotel does not feature a lift. Ground floor rooms are subject to availability. Please contact the hotel in advance if you require a ground floor room, using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

the hotel does not have air conditioning but dyson type fans

FAQs about Hôtel François 1er

  • The prices at Hôtel François 1er may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Hôtel François 1er offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Bicycle rental

  • Guests staying at Hôtel François 1er can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Vegetarian
    • Buffet

  • The nearest beach is just 1,000 yards from Hôtel François 1er. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Hôtel François 1er is from 15:00, and check-out is until 11:30.

  • Room options at Hôtel François 1er include:

    • Double
    • Quadruple
    • Suite

  • Hôtel François 1er is 250 yards from the centre of La Rochelle. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.