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Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville

3.0 star property
3-star Beaux Arts hotel near La Rochelle Hotel de Ville

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Meeting facility
Marina
Superior Double Room, Accessible

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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13-15 Rue Bazoges, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime, 17000
  • Place, La Rochelle Hotel de Ville
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, La Rochelle Central Market
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Vieux Port
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(11 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Suite

Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 57 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 12 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Superior Double Room, Accessible

Superior Double Room, Accessible

  • 5 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the area

La Rochelle

Oceanside stay.You'll be steps from La Rochelle Hotel de Ville and within a 10-minute walk of Vieux Port with a stay at this La Rochelle City Centre hotel. Also, Tour St. Nicolas is within half a mile (1 km) and Parc des Expositions de La Rochelle is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • La Rochelle Hotel de Ville - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • La Rochelle Central Market - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Musée des Beaux-Arts - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Vieux Port - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Tour St. Nicolas - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • La Rochelle Porte Dauphine Station - 12 min walk
  • La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Nespresso Boutique - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie de La Poste - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Màttai Café - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪French Coffee Shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Café de la Paix - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville

3-star Beaux Arts hotel near La Rochelle Hotel de Ville
As a guest of Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville, you'll find a library, a terrace, and multilingual staff. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The business-friendly Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville also features concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and 24-hour room service. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Beaux Arts La Rochelle hotel is smoke free.

  • 36 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Computer for guest use
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville offers 36 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

This La Rochelle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, uncovered self parking on site (EUR 20 per day)
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 14 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 8 per pet, per night
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 8.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.76 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 14.00 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 20 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 8 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 8.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville to the airport?

Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville is 4.9 mi (20-min drive) away from the La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville?

As of Jun 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville on Jun 14, 2026 start from CA $142, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville.

How close is Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville to the beach?

This hotel is a short 14-minute walk from Concurrence Beach and 3.2 mi (19-min drive) from Minimes Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 14.00 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Barriere de La Rochelle (19-min walk) and Casino de Châtelaillon (16-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM.

Is there free parking at Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 20 per day.

Does Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville have a pool?

Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville does not have a pool.

Does Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville to downtown La Rochelle?

Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville is 0.1 mi away from La Rochelle.

Hotel François 1er Cœur de Ville Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 270 out of 579 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 231 out of 579 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 579 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 579 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 579 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay Very welcoming and helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Radha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were lovely and helpful. Room was cosy and had everything needed. The location was great and positioned close to attractions.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anne Madeleine

Liked: Staff & service
Interesting artwork and lots of character in the hotel. The staff were very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel. Stayed two nights- great location really friendly staff. Will definitely stay again next
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

PAUL

The property is in an ideal location for the centre of the city. It is clean and the staff are very nice. I would recommend to stay here especially if you have a car.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location in heart of old town with easy parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hans

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

La Rochelle

Friendly staff and good location for the hotel near the city center
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Short stay in La Rochelle

Great location right in the middle of town. Bit of a pain to find, but the hotel instructions helped. Rooms clean and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
24-hour reception, very cool building, close to the old port but far enough to be quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pascal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant Hotel in the centre of the beautiful town of La Rochelle. Nice personnel, safe parking for the motorcycle, great breakfast. There is also a courtyard where you can enjoy a drink outside.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Hidden gem

Nice hotel, well placed, lovely spacious room, good facilities and friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay. We were only here one night so the location was perfect as we were able to walk to most of the sites and make the most of our short time there. Room was very comfortable and parking was convenient and easy to find with the instructions provided.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Iris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stylish hotel in great location

Music themed hotel in central location in wonderful Rochelle. Room was v comfortable facing onto courtyard. Staff were friendly and efficient.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Amenities
Nice trendy hotel with everything lose to it and parking !
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and comfortable. I booked/arrived late at night due to a cancelled flight. The staff were very welcoming and considerate. A member of staff, (tall, red hair, beard) was very obliging with arranging food and catering for my allergy.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent, very polite and helpful. Would definitely use again. Room was comfortable and perfect.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Recommended

Great location a little away from the port but a very pleasant short walk (5mins) away. Very friendly welcome and good accommodation. We didn't have breakfast but it looked a decent continental offering - albeit with loads of great croissants etc on offer on the doorstep, there's no need to stay at the hotel for breakfast. I have used this hotel a number of times in the past and i will do so again in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stay again

Good location and usually parking on site. Peaceful, quiet and comfortable for our fifth short stay here. Staff are very good, friendly and helpful. Make sure to use their emailed advice to navigate to the hotel, we needed it because our sat nav is not up to date.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was clean and right in the heart of town, could be a bit noisy with window open with scooters and traffic where room 25 was, but would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Charlie

Liked: Staff & service
Expensive for what it is. Bathroom dirty, staff friendly and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good hotel but hard to access

Our second time at the hotel. Friendly service and a good buffet breakfast. The hotel is hard to access given the one-way streets in the centre of the city.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel itself was fascinating: a town-centre, music-themed gem. The venerable age of the buildings contrasted pleasantly with the modern decoration. Beware of potentially occasional noise from the street, given the location! The staff were most helpful throughout.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antje

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at Francois 1er! The family room was spacious and the hotel is tastefully decorated with art and pieces of music items, as this is the overall theme. The kids enjoyed the music corner with headphones. The breakfast was also of a high quality.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Francis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very close to medieval downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maurizio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025