Le Champlain, La Rochelle (Charente-Maritime)
About the Hotel
Le Champlain - A historic 4-star hotel with French formal gardens and a navigator-themed bar
Le Champlain occupies a renovated 17th-century convent building featuring a 10764 ft² French formal garden, originally the cloister garden of the Hospitalières convent. The 39-room hotel offers Standard (129 ft²), Superior (215.5 ft²), Deluxe (20-269 ft²), Prestige (20-237 ft²), and Suite (430.5 ft²) accommodations with garden or city views, air conditioning, soundproofing, and Rituals toiletries. A navigator-themed bar serves drinks in the garden or comfortable armchairs, operating daily from 3 p.m. to 10 p.m. Breakfast includes a buffet with pastries, pancakes, eggs, cheeses, and cold meats for €18 per person. The hotel provides 24-hour multilingual reception, concierge service, luggage storage, and three meeting rooms (Champlain, Boiserie, Marie-Hélène) ranging from 22-430.5 ft². Located on rue Rambaud near rue Saintes Claires, Le Champlain sits 328.1 ft from Place de Verdun car park and 0.5 miles from Vieux Port.
Pros
The 10764 ft² French formal garden dates to the 18th century and offers serene outdoor space
Multiple room categories include 430.5 ft² suites with king-size beds and sofa beds
A navigator-themed bar operates daily with garden seating and event programming
Three meeting rooms (22-430.5 ft²) with dedicated kitchen facilities for business events
24-hour multilingual reception and concierge services enhance guest convenience
Cons
Standard rooms measure 129 ft², which may feel compact for some travelers
No on-site spa or wellness facilities are available despite treatment room mentions
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Transportation and Accessibility
Transportation options
Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
- Key card access
Sports & Fitness
- Golf course
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Welcome drink
- Happy hour
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Picnic area/ Tables
Business
- Business centre
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Board games
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Spa & Leisure
- Beach umbrellas
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
- Leisure/ TV room
- Spa & wellness centre
- Back massage
- Full body massage
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Media
- Flat-screen TV
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Location
Reviews and Ratings
The hotel had beautifully decorated rooms with a lovely garden terrace, which made my stay feel special. The staff was incredibly friendly and helpful, allowing me to explore the city a bit longer. However, upon arrival, I noticed a few essentials were missing in the room, like soap and bottled water. While the location was great, being close to the main attractions, it still felt a bit out of the bustling noise.
I had a lovely stay at this hotel with beautifully decorated rooms, high ceilings, and a comfortable bed. The service was wonderful with friendly staff, but the dining options were a bit pricey for what was offered. The location is excellent, right near the Cathedral and old town, which made exploring easy. Overall, it was a great experience but with some minor drawbacks in dining.
The hotel offers a peaceful retreat right in the city center, with beautiful garden access and very clean accommodations. The rooms are comfortable, but not overly spacious. The staff is incredibly welcoming and goes above and beyond to assist guests. The location is perfect, close to the bus station and plenty of great dining options, although the breakfast experience fell a bit flat with limited choices.
I stayed at the hotel recently, and overall, it was a lovely experience. The rooms had a charming old French feel and were quite affordable, although a bit small. The staff was generally friendly and helpful, but I did have a slight issue with noise during my stay. The location was perfect, close to shops and the marina, making it easy to explore. Though the dining experience was good, I felt it could benefit from more variety, especially during breakfast hours.
I had a really nice stay at the hotel, which was located close to the Cathedral and the old part of town, making it easy to explore. The rooms were tastefully decorated, clean, and very comfortable. The service was friendly and accommodating, though I did experience some issues with the Wi-Fi. The dining options were a bit pricey, which was a downside. Overall, the hotel offered good value for money, especially considering its great location.
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