Port des Minimes Tours

All sorts of cargo moves in and out of Port des Minimes each day. Watch big ships come and go and cranes loading up stacks of containers.

This La Rochelle waterfront industrial area is a good place to kick off your day of sightseeing. There's plenty to discover in the area, such as La Rochelle Hotel de Ville, Tour St. Nicolas, and Tour de la Chaine. Take your time at Port des Minimes before heading to these other fine attractions.

Plan a trip to see Port des Minimes

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Hôtel Vatel

Hôtel Vatel

4 out of 5
Chartrons
Price was $1,498, price is now $1,437 per person
$1,437
per person
May 20 - May 22
found 22 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to Bordeaux (BOD)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (245 reviews)
As a lone ,older, female traveler I must say that the staff could not have been more helpful. Nothing was too much trouble and considering that I spoke very little French. They could not have been more helpful. The room was spacious, very clean , comfortable and extremely quiet. The breakfast facilities were adequate and there was plenty of variety. Again the staff were very attentive and friendly. I can recommend Hotel Vatel and would not hesitate to stay there again.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Hôtel La Zoologie

Hôtel La Zoologie

4 out of 5
Capucins - Victoire
Price was $1,578, price is now $1,495 per person
$1,495
per person
May 20 - May 22
found 22 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to Bordeaux (BOD)
9.2/10 Wonderful! (223 reviews)
What a lovely hotel very good design with old and new

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

Hôtel Majestic

Hôtel Majestic

4 out of 5
Bordeaux City Centre
Price was $1,589, price is now $1,528 per person
$1,528
per person
May 20 - May 22
found 22 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
New York (NYC) to Bordeaux (BOD)
9.8/10 Exceptional! (310 reviews)
Clean, modern hotel in the historic centre of Bordeaux. Very helpful staff.

Reviewed on Apr 3, 2026

Popular places to visit

Minimes Beach

Minimes Beach

4/5(3 reviews)

Spend the afternoon enhancing your tan on La Rochelle’s largest beach, before viewing the lavish yachts in the port.

Minimes Beach
EE9FH7 Tour De La Lanterne,La Rochelle, Charente Maritime, Poitou Charentes, France

Tour de la Lanterne

5/5(4 reviews)

You can learn about the history of La Rochelle with a trip to Tour de la Lanterne. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Tour de la Lanterne
Harbor of La Rochelle; Shutterstock ID 622725443

Tour de la Chaine

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of La Rochelle with a trip to Tour de la Chaine. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Tour de la Chaine
The port of La Rochelle on the coast of the Poitou-Charentes region of France. The towers date from the 11th century.

Tour St. Nicolas

5/5(4 reviews)

Learn about the local history of La Rochelle when you spend time at Tour St. Nicolas. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Tour St. Nicolas
D046A4 A water taxi exiting between the twin towers of the Vieux Port or old harbour in La Rochelle

Defensive Towers

Learn about the local history of La Rochelle with a stop at Defensive Towers. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Defensive Towers

University of La Rochelle

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of La Rochelle, during your trip to La Rochelle. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

University of La Rochelle

Best Lodging Options Near Port des Minimes

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - La Rochelle Vieux Port

Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - La Rochelle Vieux Port

4 out of 5
3 rue St Jean du Perot La Rochelle Charente-Maritime
Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - La Rochelle Vieux Port
Best Western Plus Central Park Hotel & Spa

Best Western Plus Central Park Hotel & Spa

4 out of 5
4 Avenue Jean Guiton La Rochelle
Best Western Plus Central Park Hotel & Spa
Athome Résidence

Athome Résidence

33 Avenue du Dr Daniel Planet La Rochelle Charente-Maritime
Athome Résidence
Résidence avec Piscine face au port 200m plage

Résidence avec Piscine face au port 200m plage

17 Avenue du Lazaret La Rochelle
Résidence avec Piscine face au port 200m plage
Best Western Premier Le Masq Hotel

Best Western Premier Le Masq Hotel

4 out of 5
17 rue de l'Ouvrage a Cornes La Rochelle Charente-Maritime
Best Western Premier Le Masq Hotel
Hôtel La Fabrique

Hôtel La Fabrique

3 out of 5
7-9-11 rue de la Fabrique La Rochelle
Hôtel La Fabrique
B&B HOTEL La Rochelle Centre les Minimes

B&B HOTEL La Rochelle Centre les Minimes

3 out of 5
49 Rue de la Scierie La Rochelle
B&B HOTEL La Rochelle Centre les Minimes
Pierre & Vacances La Rochelle Résidence Centre

Pierre & Vacances La Rochelle Résidence Centre

3 out of 5
14 Quai de Marans La Rochelle
Pierre & Vacances La Rochelle Résidence Centre
Mercure La Rochelle Vieux-Port

Mercure La Rochelle Vieux-Port

4 out of 5
Quai Louis Prunier La Rochelle Charente-Maritime
Mercure La Rochelle Vieux-Port
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