“good basic hotel would return”

very friendly clean central hotel with very helpful staff would really recommend this hotel a good room rate aswell

“conveniently placed”

This was a nice friendly and more than adequate hotel. The rooms were very clean. We did not try the restaurant but preferred to have breakfast at one of the many cafes on the harbour front. It was tucked away in a quiet location but very handy for the harbour, the cafes and shops. You can get buses to and from the airport but taxis are cheap and you'll need one on a Sunday.

“Ideal short break hotel”

We were delighted with the St Nicolas: the staff were friendly and very efficient, both front of house and chamber staff. Location was ideal, in an historic and picturesque quarter, very close to the main harbour but much quieter and more civilized than the absolute centre - we are of advancing years and do not like long walks between hotel and attractions, and it suited us perfectly. Decor was modern and attractive; room very quiet thanks to excellent double glazing and quiet yet effective air con. Room and bathroom were kept spotless. Both were small, but bed was a large double and comfortable. Nice breakfasts and lounge area with free internet via two computer terminals and free newspapers. Staff were very helpful and understanding when we sufferd an unfortunate medical emergency .

“Justified its consistently good reviews.”

Booked based on previous review comments and was not disappointed. Pleasant helpfull welcome. Good room. Nice public areas. Great location with easy short walk to harbour areas. Good breakfast buffet. I would recommend this place to anyone. Don't be fooled by the star rating. This place was a great find.

“Well placed, pleasant hotel for exploring La Rochelle”

This is a good quality, clean and friendly hotel just five minutes gentle amble from the Old Harbour. The room was quite adequate - enough space for two, with opening windows and overlooking the central courtyard area. We did not eat in (breakfast seemed expensive and there are lots of places to get a coffee and croissant nearby), but walking through the breakfast area everyone seemed happy enough! The reception staff were helpful (researching where we could buy a charger for a laptop, for example). It's worth booking a car space (if you are driving) as local parking looked to be a nightmare and the car park was full. Finding it was something of a challenge, and if in a car you need to stop in the "loading bay" outside and check in at Reception in order to get access to the car park (or follow an existing guest into the car park, as we did!). All in all a great place to stay.

“would stay here again”

We were really happy with the hotel. It is right in the heart of the old town of La Rochelle and was within walking distance to the tourist information centre, the rail station and all other attractions. The room was clean and freshly furnished. The breakfast was really good with plenty of fresh fruit and good croissants and coffee. The staff was friendly and helpful. We were able to get online in our room with no problems.

“Definitely recommended”

We stayed at this hotel for 5 nights in mid October 2010 and recommend it without reservation. The hotel is old but fully modern inside, recently renovated. The room was clean, comfortable, nicely decorated. The window opened onto a courtyard and overlooked red tile roofs. The staff were friendly and helpful and speak some English. There are two computers with free internet service in the lobby for guests. There is a modern elevator. The neighbourhood has character and is essentially next to the port. You can easily walk to everything in central La Rochelle - many, many restaurants, museums, an excellent aquarium and other attractions - don't miss the 3 tower museums. There is a coin laundromat a block from the hotel. We walked to and from the hotel from the train station - about 4 blocks. In the port there are ferries and boat services that can take you on cruises to nearby islands or to see Fort Boyard, although they are seasonal and stop operating after October.

“Wish there were more like it”

Nice rooms, even nicer breakfast area, very pleasant staff providing personal attention.

“A brilliant hotel!”

A friendly hotel a short distance from the town centre, harbour etc. Very clean and modern. The only thing we didn't like about the hotel were the pillows so we can't really grumble!

“Right in the centre”

I was one of eight staying in this hotel for a weekend break. It is very basic, but clean and comfortable. More importantly the staff were helpful and friendly and the location couldn't be better, a few minutes from the main cafes and shops. The general view from all eight was "Spot on"...