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12 Rue Du Temple, Bordeaux, France, FR-33000

Grand Hotel Francais - Ex Best Western - A centrally located 3-star Ecolabel hotel with meeting facilities and a cocktail bar

Grand Hotel Francais - Ex Best Western, a 3-star property, holds the European Ecolabel as the first hotel in Bordeaux to achieve this environmental certification. The hotel offers 35 rooms featuring air conditioning, free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with international channels, refrigerators, coffee and tea machines, and individual safes; rooms include private bathrooms with showers or bathtubs and separate toilets, with some offering balconies and views of the historic center. A buffet breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM in the breakfast room at Grand Hotel Francais - Ex Best Western, featuring organic and fair trade products including cereals, granola, French yogurt, AOC cheese, jams, bread, juices, cooked meats, and Viennese pastries. The property includes Bar Casa by Ginto, a cocktail bar open from 6:00 PM to 12:30 AM, offering signature drinks created by mixologists. Located on Rue du Temple in Bordeaux's hyper-center district, the hotel is within walking distance of Place de la Bourse, Triangle d'Or, Tourny Allée, Saint-André Cathedral, Grand Théâtre, and Rue Sainte-Catherine. Business amenities include two meeting rooms-Merlot and Malbec Lounges-equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi, air conditioning, and capacity for up to 50 delegates. Family services include cribs and extra beds for an additional fee, while pets under 10 kg are accepted for €12 per night. The hotel provides 24/7 reception, luggage storage, and concierge services, with nearby parking available at Clémenceau.

Pros

The European Ecolabel certification reflects strict environmental standards, including low-energy bulbs and waste recycling.

Central location provides walking access to key landmarks like Place de la Bourse and Rue Sainte-Catherine.

Meeting rooms accommodate up to 50 delegates with high-speed Wi-Fi and air conditioning.

Bar Casa by Ginto offers craft cocktails created by recognized mixologists.

Accessible rooms are available with wide doors and adapted bathrooms.

Cons

Breakfast is not included in the room rate and costs €18 per adult per day.

Pets are subject to a €12 per night fee and a 10 kg weight limit.

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230 sq. feet

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165 sq. feet

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Comfort Double Room

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2 persons

165 sq. feet

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Transportation and Accessibility

Transportation options

City Centre

Bordeaux1400 ft

Airports

Merignac (BOD) 7.2 mi

Roumaniere (EGC) 76.9 mi

Train

Bordeaux Saint-Jean Station 1.5 mi

Bus

Bus stop700 ft

Facilities

This grand hotel provides facilities designed for comfort and memorable stays.

Free Wi-Fi

Parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

24-hour security

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Snack bar

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Children

Cots

Facilities for people with disabilities

Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Patio
Ironing facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

12 Rue Du Temple, Bordeaux, France, FR-33000

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12 Rue Du Temple, Bordeaux, France, FR-33000

City landmarks

Landmark

Place de la Bourse

2300 ft

Landmark

The Grosse Cloche

3600 ft

Landmark

Puerta de Cailhau

3200 ft

Landmark

The Water Mirror

2500 ft

Church

Basilica of St. Michael

1.0 mi

Landmark

Porte de Bourgogne

4400 ft

Landmark

Girondins Monument

2500 ft

Landmark

amphitheatre of Bordeaux

3400 ft

Landmark

Le Miroir d'eau

2500 ft

Museum

Museum of Fine Arts

2200 ft

Mall

Promenade Sainte Catherine

2800 ft

Museum

Museum of Aquitaine

2400 ft

Mall

Quinconces Esplanade

2400 ft

Church

Basilica of Saint Severinus of Bordeaux

2600 ft

Church

Eglise St Pierre

2000 ft

Bridge

Stone Bridge

1.0 mi

Garden

Jardin Public

3000 ft

Church

Eglise Saint-Paul-Saint-Francois-Xavier

2100 ft

Church

Eglise Saint-Bruno

3400 ft

Landmark

Porte de la Monnaie

5100 ft

Church

Saint-Louis-des-Chartrons

4100 ft

Landmark

Port of the Moon

3300 ft

Nearby

Church

Bordeaux Cathedral

1800 ft

90 Rue de la Porte Dijeaux

Porte Dijeaux

600 ft

Opera House

Grand Theatre de Bordeaux

1500 ft

Square

Place du Parlement

1900 ft

Monument

Pey Berland Tower

1600 ft

Event hall

Jean Moulin Center

1100 ft

BordeauxFrance

Rue Du Mirail

1100 ft

Church

Notre Dame Church

1100 ft

Restaurants

Amorino Porte Dijeaux

400 ft

53 rue de la Porte Dijeaux

My Little Cafe

700 ft

21 rue Vieille Tour

Sushi Dijeaux

700 ft

90 rue de la Porte Dijeaux

Catering Bagel

800 ft

12 rue des Remparts

La Banquise

900 ft

18 rue des Remparts

Papa Jo

800 ft

14 Place Gambetta

Cafeincup Intendance

1100 ft

3 rue Louis Combes

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

James

United States, February 2024

8.6/10

My stay at this hotel was overall enjoyable. The rooms were spacious and tastefully appointed, with a good queen size bed, air conditioning, and a nice breakfast spread. However, the experience was marred by an unpleasant receptionist who blamed us for key issues and discounted rate problems at the parking garage.

Rooms

8.0

The rooms were spacious, well-equipped, and tasteful. The queen size bed was comfortable, and the amenities like air conditioning and breakfast were good.

Service

9.0

The staff were quite helpful in resolving a misplaced article issue and even assisted with arranging onward train tickets. They were polite, efficient, and professional throughout my stay.

Location

9.0

The location of the hotel was excellent, within walking distance of all major attractions, shops, and restaurants, making it convenient for exploring the city.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was very pleasant, with a variety of delicious options including gorgeous homemade cakes, fruits, cereals, and hot and cold items. The fresh squeezed orange juice was a nice touch.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities at the hotel were well done and catered to various needs, including room service, dry cleaning, housekeeping, laundry, and even pet amenities.

Andre

United States, October 2023

9.2/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel! The rooms were modern, clean, and spacious, and the staff went above and beyond to assist me, especially during a challenging situation with my daughter. The location was perfect with excellent dining options and shops nearby. The dining experience exceeded my expectations, offering a wide variety of delicious food.

Rooms

9.0

The room I stayed in was fantastic! It was modern, clean, and surprisingly spacious. The air conditioning and internal heating system made it very comfortable, and I loved the glass roof above the reception area.

Service

10.0

I can't praise the staff enough for their exceptional service. They were all incredibly helpful, and one receptionist was a lifesaver when my daughter got lost. They even offered umbrellas when it looked like rain.

Location

10.0

The hotel's location couldn't have been better. It was right in the heart of everything, surrounded by excellent restaurants, shops, and cafes. The convenience of being close to the tram line was a big plus.

Dining

9.0

The dining experience was outstanding! The breakfast spread was above expectations, with a wide selection that included many delectable options from cereals and fruit to a variety of pastries and cooked dishes.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel's facilities were great, offering everything I needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Great location

Limited breakfast options

Joan

United States, September 2023

7.6/10

The hotel had a strong air freshener smell in the rooms, but the bed was very comfortable, and the bathroom was modern and stylish. The size of the room was good, and overall, the pricing was fair for what was provided.

Rooms

7.0

The room smelled extremely strong of air freshener but was very comfortable and had a modern stylish bathroom. The size was good and very comfortable.

Service

9.0

The staff was extremely helpful during check-in and with parking. They were friendly, kind, and willing to accommodate our needs.

Location

8.0

The hotel is located in a very convenient area, handy to the tram stop and surrounded by restaurants. It is just a 10-minute walk to the Office of Tourism and main tram interchange.

Dining

6.0

The dining options were quite poor, but they still managed to meet expectations. There were various items served, including pastries, fruit, eggs, sausage, and typical Sicilian products.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were well above expectations and catered to our needs efficiently.