“Comfortable, quiet hotel”

Quiet room, small and comfortable. Unfussy and just what we needed. Good value and I would return if going back to Bordeaux. My only extremely minor comment is that reception staff were not sure about details of access to the airport by public transport.

“Great place to stay for the weary!”

We stayed here for 1 night after spending the week in slightly cheaper hotels. The location is great - really central, and the rooms were very comfortable. I'd rather stay at an independent hotel for atmosphere, but as a last night treat it was great.

“Perfect location”

Excellent location in the almost totally pedestrianised zone. Near to shops, boutiques, Galeries Lafayette and restaurants. Compact room size but clean and equipped with effective airconditioning. Delicious continental breakfast.

“Bijou but beautiful”

This hotel is centrally located in the shopping and cafe district of Bordeaux. It is based in a wonderful turn of the century building with a most welcoming entrance and elegant staircase. Rooms tend to be small but well equipped and very clean. Highly recommended.

“Comfortable and convenient”

This hotel is comfortable and convenient; breakfast and service were good. Rooms were small but perfectly adequate and it was quite central. If you have lots of money and are looking for a top quality hotel this may not be the one for you, but, as a reasonably priced base for exploring Bordeaux and the area, it was fine. It does not provide an evening meal but there are plenty of nearby restaurants offering a huge variety of types and prices.

“Great location, I'd use it again”

From the airport you can catch a shuttle bus that goes to Gare St Jean (ask at the Airport tourist info desk). Once on the bus ask to be dropped off at Gambetta. Once dropped off, with the help of a basic map, we were in the hotel within 2 mins ! I saw some mention on the net of problems experienced getting to hotels because central Bordeaux is a no-car zone - it is but taxis have special exemptions and the airport bus would get you within a gentle 10min stroll of most - best have a case with wheels. The Grand Francias was really close to the Gambetta bus stop. At reception the hotel told us that breakfast wasn't included in the price. This was very honest and upfront of them. Hotel was in a great location, right in the heart of the city. The room was on the small side but fully air-conditioned and all the usual amenities (shower/bath, mini-bar, coffee/tea/kettle etc). When we left on a Sunday the hotel booked a taxi that came straight to the door. Its about 30-35 euros to the airport. The taxi driver gave us a potted history of the city - very friendly the French ! By the way if you fancy a wine tour go to the Tourist Info (the one that isn't at Gare St Jean). We did the Art and Vin - a bit expensive but well worth it - a great long lunch !!

“Great location for a Bordeaux stay”

We were pleasantly surprised by our stay. The location was excellent ... only a five-minute walk to the center of everything and the staff couldn't have been nicer! They even arranged for a private wine tour of St. Emilion and surroundings! We would highly recommend this hotel.

“A Gem in the Herart of Bordeaux”

very smooth check in. Professional and friendly hotel staff. Larger than average room for a French hotel. Clean, comfortable and well decorated. The hotel is situated right in the heart of the old city. It really couldn't be in a better position.

“Excellent Location & Comfortable.”

We stayed there for 4 nights and we would for sure come back again next time. Hotel is located centrally in the Bordeaux town centre where you can have the access to most of the transportation; airport bus, tramway, other bus to wine area. Restaurants, shops and tourism information are all nearby within walking distance. Room is in good size and with new renovation no long ago. Bed is comfortable and bath room is very clean and well kept. You can have free internet throughout the hotel just ask the front desk for the code. You can find tons of information at the lobby for restaurant and vinyard for Chateaux visits. Breakfast is available but of course is extra, if not you can have breakfast nearby and there is a supermarket in 5 mins walk. For those who travel on public transport to and from the airport, this is a number one choice hotel. Just take the Line 1 from airport and will bring you to the hotel within 2 mins walking distance. We loved this hotel and will stay again if we come to Bordeaux next year.

“Good option in Bordeaux”

Good room, good location with public parking within walking distance. The breakfast is fair and planty.