The Best Hotels Closest to Natural History Museum in La Rochelle for 2026

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A rocky shoreline with a cliff and a clear sky.

A compact apartment with a kitchenette, a bed with a patterned bedspread, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small potted plant.

A modern interior with a sofa, a compact kitchen with a microwave, a small fridge, and a wooden door leading to a bathroom.

A two-story building with a balcony, a window with a flower box, and a white fence.

1. Les Studios du Chemin Vert

0.7 mi from Natural History Museum

Peter

$103 nightly

$119 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A historic castle with a tower, a marina with boats, and a bridge with arches.

A building with a sign reading "Bureau du Port" and a lighthouse in the background.

A modern outdoor seating area with two blue chairs, a small table with a white pitcher and cups, and a green chair with a blanket.

A coastal landscape with rocky terrain and a view of the sea.

2. Un Hôtel en Ville

La Rochelle City Centre, 0.6 mi from Natural History Museum

Philip

$75 nightly

$85 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A marina with multiple boats docked, a prominent tower, and a historic building in the background.

A hotel room with two beds, a glass table, a mirror, and a large window.

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden furniture, and a casual dining atmosphere.

A modern room with a curved window, a dining table, and chairs.

3. Hotel Henri IV

La Rochelle City Centre, 0.4 mi from Natural History Museum

"I have stayed at this friendly owner run hotel 3 times now.It is well situated only 2 minutes from the quay of the old port and close to all of the main attractions of La Rochelle also convenient to call back for a rest during a sight seeing day.The hotel has been upgraded since my last visit with good quality modern decor and a new bar and breakfast area that I chose not to use.Very clean and comfortable and plenty of hot water. No faults. Recomend."

NEIL

$92 nightly

$105 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A poolside area with lounge chairs and umbrellas.

A bar area with a bartender, bar stools, and a well-stocked shelf with bottles and glasses.

A wooden table with white cups, a teapot, and a potted lavender plant.

A dining area with a round table set for two, a white chair, and a hanging light fixture.

4. Maison des Ambassadeurs

La Rochelle City Centre, 0.1 mi from Natural History Museum

Christopher

$128 nightly

$149 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A spa area with a wooden bench, a shower, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

A modern interior with a reception desk, a wooden slat partition, a seating area with cushions, and a large window with plants.

A modern building with a welcoming entrance, a pathway, and greenery.

A hot tub with a cityscape view, outdoor seating, and a glass door leading to an interior space.

5. Best Western Plus Central Park Hotel & Spa

0.6 mi from Natural History Museum

christine

$124 nightly

$143 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A building with a sign reading "LA FABRIQUE HOTEL - BAR LA ROCHELLE".

A spacious indoor area with high ceilings, red structural beams, and a skylight. There are blue upholstered sofas, wooden tables, and chairs arranged for dining or socializing.

6. Hôtel La Fabrique

Saint-Nicolas, 0.6 mi from Natural History Museum

Nora

$70 nightly

$81 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A dining area with tables set for breakfast, including croissants, fruit, and a bowl of cereal.

A modern building with multiple windows and a flat facade, illuminated by blue and warm interior lighting.

An outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, large umbrellas, and a view of a building with large windows.

A bar area with a wooden counter, shelves of bottles, and two bar stools.

7. Best Western Premier Le Masq Hotel

La Rochelle City Centre, 0.7 mi from Natural History Museum

HANNAH

$86 nightly

$101 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A person sitting at a table with a teapot, cups, and pastries.

A hotel room with a colorful armchair, a desk with a computer, a large mirror, and a black rug with the hotel name.

A view of a grand staircase with ornate wooden balusters and a patterned floor.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a grey curtain, a white bedside table with a vase, and a colorful artwork on the wall.

8. Le Manoir Hotel, BW Signature Collection

0.5 mi from Natural History Museum

Adrian

$99 nightly

$109 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor seating area with a table and chairs, surrounded by greenery and a building with stone walls and arched doorways.

A woman in a floral dress standing next to a bicycle at the entrance of a building with a sign that reads "Hotel".

A cozy room with a wood-burning stove, comfortable seating, and a view through a large window.

A room with a mustard-colored sofa, a patterned armchair, and a large abstract painting on the wall.

9. Hotel Saint Nicolas

Saint-Nicolas, 0.5 mi from Natural History Museum

Lynn Pamela

$115 nightly

$133 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel room with a large bed, a TV, a desk, and a balcony with a view.

A bathroom with two sinks, a mirror, and a window.

A panoramic view of a historic city with a prominent castle, a marina with boats, and a densely built urban area.

A harbor at dusk with a prominent tower and several smaller buildings. Boats are docked along the waterfront.

10. Hôtel La Marine

La Rochelle City Centre, 0.5 mi from Natural History Museum

Olivier

$89 nightly

$100 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A street with outdoor seating, buildings with shutters, and a sign for a restaurant.

A person on a moving walkway in a building with a patterned floor and a sign indicating the direction of the walkway.

A staircase with blue steps and white stripes, leading upwards.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table with tea set, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

11. Hôtel Le Bord'O Vieux Port

Saint-Nicolas, 0.5 mi from Natural History Museum

Christine

$62 nightly

$70 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor café with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and umbrellas.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a small table, and a wooden shelf with decorative items.

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table, a chair, a bookshelf, and a window with curtains.

A living room with a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a shelf with decorative items.

12. CENTRAL

La Rochelle City Centre, 0.4 mi from Natural History Museum

"Very helpful, friendly, and beautiful staff who pampered me while I was recuperating from a pulled knee ligament. Young Deborah and Pierre especially could come home with me to befriend my two offspring of the same age. The place itself is a gorgeous neo-classical structure of heavy sandstone blocks finished with contemporary fixings that together create a refined yet funky air of nouveau chic. Great value too."

Larochelle

$64 nightly

$73 total

Sep 28 - Sep 29

Total with taxes and fees

A hotel entrance with a black gate, a wooden pathway, and potted plants.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a bench. There is a large window with a view of greenery outside.

A modern interior with a wooden floor, a black and white striped object on the counter, and a plant in a vase.

A modern dining area with a wooden table, multiple chairs, and a large chandelier.

13. Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - La Rochelle Vieux Port

La Rochelle City Centre, 0.6 mi from Natural History Museum

Sarah

$103 nightly

$120 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

A staircase with a black handrail, beige steps, and decorative wicker baskets.

A cozy seating area with a blue sofa, wicker chairs, and a table with a glass pitcher and a vase of dried flowers. A chalkboard sign reads "Bienvenue au petit-déjeuner de la Tour de Nesle."

A marina with multiple boats docked, a prominent tower in the background, and buildings along the waterfront.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a view of the city through large windows.

14. Hôtel La Tour de Nesle La Rochelle Vieux Port

Saint-Nicolas, 0.5 mi from Natural History Museum

Sarah

$90 nightly

$103 total

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Total with taxes and fees

A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside table, and a large window.

A modern restaurant with multiple dining tables and chairs, a map on the wall, and pendant lighting.

A coastal town with a prominent white church tower, a sandy beach, and a crowd of people.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV, a wooden coffee table, a patterned sofa, a dining area with a chair, and a cabinet.

15. Accostage Hotel

0.9 mi from Natural History Museum

Neil

$75 nightly

$85 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A historic building with a prominent archway, illuminated by street lamps, and a sign indicating it is a hotel.

A breakfast buffet with various food items and a sign indicating the origin of the bread.

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a nightstand, and three framed pictures on the wall.

A modern lounge area with a sofa, rocking chairs, and a table with a drink.

16. ibis La Rochelle Vieux-Port

Saint-Nicolas, 0.6 mi from Natural History Museum

Martin

$98 nightly

$112 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor dining area with a wooden table set for two, surrounded by metal chairs.

A modern building with multiple balconies, a wooden deck, and lush greenery.

An aerial view of a rooftop garden with a wooden deck, surrounded by buildings.

17. Athome Résidence

1.2 mi from Natural History Museum

THERESA

$69 nightly

$80 total

Sep 27 - Sep 28

Total with taxes and fees

A modern cafe with clear glass chairs, a coffee machine, and a menu board.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a red pendant light.

A dining table with plates, bowls, cutlery, and bottles, set outdoors.

A reception area with a counter, two light blue chairs, a computer, and a monitor. There are plants, a framed poster, and a door with a lock.

18. Hôtel Kyriad La Rochelle Centre Ville

0.8 mi from Natural History Museum

Donna

$68 nightly

$78 total

Oct 4 - Oct 5

Total with taxes and fees

A breakfast buffet with various breads, pastries, and spreads.

A modern living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a large TV screen.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by greenery and a modern building.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a wooden dresser, a built-in desk with a coffee machine, a mirror, and a bedside table with toiletries.

19. Novotel La Rochelle Centre

0.4 mi from Natural History Museum

Judith

$110 nightly

$127 total

Sep 20 - Sep 21

Total with taxes and fees

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and a cobblestone floor.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a large window.

A conference room with a large table, chairs, and a screen displaying a hotel image.

A courtyard with bicycles, a potted plant, and a building entrance.

20. Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville

La Rochelle City Centre, 0.3 mi from Natural History Museum

Judith

$94 nightly

$107 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

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Top Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Athome Résidence

8/10 Good

"The room is very small and clean. The location was great, on the edge of the city center, a 15 minute walk, into the city port. The city itself is old but the port is beautiful."

Hôtel La Tour de Nesle La Rochelle Vieux Port

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel although old has been updated and is very clean and well maintained. The staff is excellent and the free breakfast is a plus. I would stay again for sure!!"

Hôtel Le Yachtman, The Originals Collection

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was a great find! It’s situated on the harbour front with easy access to everything - station, buses, boat trips and the lovely old city. Staff are friendly and attentive. The room was clean and spacious with a comfy bed and had shutters which helped a good night’s sleep. The heated outdoor pool is a real bonus. We had a lovely stay!"

Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle

8/10 Good

"Great location, near railway station and close to town centre. The room was clean and comfortable and the staff were helpful"

ibis La Rochelle Centre Historique Hotel

8/10 Good

"I really enjoyed my stay. Everything was good; location, friendly staff, nice and clean and a lovely breakfast. Thank you."

Hôtel La Fabrique

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel. Right on the harbour. Very friendly and helpful staff. Lovely decor ,very clean Dog friendly too Merci"

Hotel Saint Nicolas

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful setting and perfect location, right in the heart of La Rochelle but still quiet at night. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Special mention to the chamber maid who kindly knocked on our door and offered us new towels, tea bags etc, great service thankyou."

Best Western Plus Central Park Hotel & Spa

8/10 Good

"Great location, short walk to Old Port. Helpful staff , didnt eat there so not sue about the food. My wife recommended the massage in the spa, siad it was very relaxing."

Hôtel Le Bord'O Vieux Port

8/10 Good

"Very helpful staff, lovely room with a great view from the balcony."

Other attractions near Natural History Museum

A historic building with multiple windows and a decorative street lamp.

Musée des Beaux-Arts

8.0/10 (23 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Musée des Beaux-Arts during your trip to La Rochelle. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

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A historic building with a prominent blue door and a sign for the Musée du Nouveau Monde.

New World Museum

8.0/10 (10 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at New World Museum during your travels in La Rochelle. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

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A classical building facade with statues, columns, and arched windows.

La Rochelle Hotel de Ville

8.8/10 (218 reviews)

After visiting La Rochelle Hotel de Ville, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in La Rochelle. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Cathédrale Saint-Louis de La Rochelle

After visiting Cathédrale Saint-Louis de La Rochelle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in La Rochelle. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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La Rochelle Central Market

9.4/10 (90 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at La Rochelle Central Market during your stay in La Rochelle. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Charruyer Park

Explore the great outdoors at Charruyer Park, a lovely green space in La Rochelle. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

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Chapelle Notre-Dame de l'Esperance

You can learn about the history of La Rochelle with a visit to Chapelle Notre-Dame de l'Esperance. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Grand Temple

9.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can learn about the history of La Rochelle with a trip to Grand Temple. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Natural History Museum?

Natural History Museum is located in an area of La Rochelle known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 479 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Natural History Museum?

Adjacent to Natural History Museum, Maison des Ambassadeurs is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a full-service spa and a restaurant. Other good choices within a short distance include Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - La Rochelle Vieux Port and Best Western Plus Central Park Hotel & Spa.

How many hotels are there close to Natural History Museum?

Expedia has 479 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Natural History Museum.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Natural History Museum, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of hotel bookings are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best options available near Natural History Museum.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Natural History Museum?

For more details about rescheduling or cancelling your stay near Natural History Museum, head over to our customer service page.

What can I see and do near Natural History Museum?

Musée des Beaux-Arts, New World Museum, and Maritime Museum of La Rochelle feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Sights like Tour St. Nicolas, Port de la Pallice, and Ile de Re Bridge are must-sees while exploring the area. Enjoy a stroll along the shore at Minimes Beach, Concurrence Beach, and Plage de Port Neuf.

How can I get to Natural History Museum?

With so many ways to get around, seeing the area around Natural History Museum is a breeze. To see more of the larger area, ride aboard one of the trains from La Rochelle Station. You can find out about your water travel options at the local port.

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1. Les Studios du Chemin Vert

2. Un Hôtel en Ville

3. Hotel Henri IV

4. Maison des Ambassadeurs

5. Best Western Plus Central Park Hotel & Spa

6. Hôtel La Fabrique

7. Best Western Premier Le Masq Hotel

8. Le Manoir Hotel, BW Signature Collection

9. Hotel Saint Nicolas

10. Hôtel La Marine

11. Hôtel Le Bord'O Vieux Port

12. CENTRAL

13. Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - La Rochelle Vieux Port

14. Hôtel La Tour de Nesle La Rochelle Vieux Port

15. Accostage Hotel

16. ibis La Rochelle Vieux-Port

17. Athome Résidence

18. Hôtel Kyriad La Rochelle Centre Ville

19. Novotel La Rochelle Centre

20. Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville

Top Natural History Museum Hotel Reviews

Athome Résidence

Hôtel La Tour de Nesle La Rochelle Vieux Port

Hôtel Le Yachtman, The Originals Collection

Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle

ibis La Rochelle Centre Historique Hotel

Hôtel La Fabrique

Hotel Saint Nicolas

Best Western Plus Central Park Hotel & Spa

Hôtel Le Bord'O Vieux Port

Other attractions near Natural History Museum

Musée des Beaux-Arts

New World Museum

La Rochelle Hotel de Ville

Cathédrale Saint-Louis de La Rochelle

La Rochelle Central Market

Charruyer Park

Chapelle Notre-Dame de l'Esperance

Grand Temple

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