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Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle

2.0 star property
Hotel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Vieux Port

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Exterior
Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 10 per person)
Front of property
Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds | Balcony

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
The current price is AU$168
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr

Explore the area

Map
20 Avenue Du General De Gaulle, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime, 17000
  • Vieux Port
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • La Rochelle Hotel de Ville
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Port des Minimes
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Standard Triple Room, 3 Single Beds

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Wardrobe
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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Duplex

Duplex

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Comfort Twin Room

Comfort Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Digital channels
Wardrobe
Desk
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

About the area

La Rochelle

At Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle you'll be within steps of La Grande Roue de La Rochelle and L'Espace Encan de La Rochelle. Highlights at this hotel include a bar/lounge and a rooftop terrace. .This business-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Plus you'll find a library, a terrace and a garden. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 10 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this La Rochelle City Centre hotel include Vieux Port and St-Martin Harbor.

What's nearby

  • Vieux Port - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • La Rochelle Hotel de Ville - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Tour St. Nicolas - 13 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Port des Minimes - 4 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Casino Barriere de La Rochelle - 7 min drive - 4.3 km

Getting around

  • La Rochelle Station - 4 min walk
  • La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Brasserie Safran - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪La Voile Blanche - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Café du Bassin - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Pompon - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪164 Espresso Bar - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle

Hotel with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Vieux Port
As a guest of Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle, you'll find a rooftop terrace, a library, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The business-friendly Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This La Rochelle hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 48 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle offers 48 accommodations with a hairdryer. Digital televisions are provided. This La Rochelle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Parking on site (EUR 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Library

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with digital channels

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 8 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Weight limit: 22 lb per pet
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 8 per night.

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 1.10 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: from approximately EUR 10 for adults and from EUR 6 for children
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 15 per night
  • Pet fee: EUR 8 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 8 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 on-site parking
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 on-site parking. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Alcohol isn't allowed at Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Gens Mer Hotel Rochelle
Gens Mer Rochelle
Gens Mer Rochelle Hotel
Gens Mer Hotel
Gens Mer
Les Gens Mer Rochelle Rochelle
Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle Hotel
Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle La Rochelle
Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle Hotel La Rochelle

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle?

Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle?

As of 1 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle on 2 Apr 2025 start from AU$163.78, including 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.

Is parking available at Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle?

Yep, Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle has a self car park for EUR 15 per night. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle?

Yep, Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle is a short 17-minute walk from Concurrence Beach.

Does Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is on offer daily from 6:30 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle?

No, Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a weight limit of up to 10 kg per pet.

Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 132 out of 468 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 218 out of 468 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 468 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 468 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 468 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Erik

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
good breakfast, nice staff, but quite old fashioned and tiny rooms,
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

judith

Liked: Cleanliness
Great? Close to everything
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Diane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Short stay in La Rochelle
Good night stay in this hotel close to the action. Older place with nice staff, good breakfast for 10 euros. The mattress was not very comfortable and the wifi accessible only in the common places. Reasonable price, was really ok.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff but buiding needs upgrading
The building is dsted and needs upgrading. The rioms are too small
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
For a 2 star hotel this was very good value. Super staff. Very helpful. Just beside the train station.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

6/10 Okay

Fabian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Ok hotel close to the train station
The hotel is located centrally and very close to the train station. The overall value however is average especially when you compare the price to fact that the rooms are not very big, the furniture is a bit dated and the bathroom a bit minimalist.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Located close to railway station and bus stops although a fair walk into town centre and not the nicest of areas at night....It is a no frills, basic hotel which provides a comfortable if small room and very basic bathroom.Very friendly staff and a reasonable breakfast buffet. You have to pay up front on arrival which is unusual.Part of a chain of hotels bearing this name.....there were lots of French people staying which gave it a very family feel. It did what we needed to do(provide somewhere to sleep and waah) but with a very basic feel.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Luke

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and ideal location next to the train station
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Got the top floor which was great and quiet
Stayed 1 night in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Nice room close to Old Port
Nice little room for a family, although the staircase going to second level inside the room was super steep and scary for kids. We put some chairs at the top and some pillows at the bottom just in case.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018

8/10 Good

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good place to stay in La Rochelle
We stayed here in La Rochelle over Bastille Day (14July) and France's victory at the World Cup Final (15 July 2018) and I don't think we could have chosen a better place. It s nicely situated between the railway station and the harbour / Big Wheel area and the staff were welcoming and helpful, despite all the joyous distractions outside!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Finn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Simple and clean with a great location
This is a comfortable, budget place located right next to the bustling harbor but far enough away to keep things peaceful. It's a somewhat worn, simple property but the service is very helpful and the price is great for what you are getting. Despite the slightly worn facilities, everything was kept spotless. So, a pleasant, simple place at at the right price. Perfect for family travel. One big piece of advice: If you want to get paid, and much cheaper parking in the hotel rather the surrounding garages, you need to come earlier in the day as the lot only holds about a dozen cars. Breakfast is meh, and I recommend skipping the fee and instead eating at one of the nice cafes and bakeries along the harbor.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2018

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Great location and, therefore, probably good value
Good parking. Great location. Good staff. Good value. Room very small and bed a bit uncomfortable. You get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017

6/10 Okay

Jill, Mansfield, Notts

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice hotel in excellent location.
This hotel is a budget hotel but is comfortable and clean. There is a car park and the location is excellent, just behind the aquarium and a short walk into town. The staff are friendly and helpful. The only downside is the breakfast, which is poor. There is very little choice and the quality of the food is only ok at best. We have stayed before and knew this so went to cafes for breakfast instead. Overall would recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
La Rochelle stop over
Great location, central to everything. Sadly Hotel car park was full so we had to use a public car park which cost us 18 euros instead of 11 euros at the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

4/10 Poor

Michael

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location...Mostly everything else was lousy
Cons: The entire hotel was like a sauna, having trapped the heat in from the previous week. There was the tiniest of fans on the desk which was completely worthless. I had a door to a balcony and no other window, and although it was nice having a balcony, if you leave the door open, bugs come flying in since there is no screen. Even though the balcony itself was cool and comfortable no air made its way into the room even with the door ajar. There was a TV that I couldn't turn on. The entire floor smelled awful. The bathroom lights flickered. Pros: The WiFi worked fairly well and the location was fantastic! Also, the shower had good water pressure and temperature.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

sylvain

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

8/10 Good

dee, Hampshire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Had a pleasant stay here. All the staff were friendly and the hotel is perfectly based for a car-free holiday, just steps away from bus stops, harbour and train station.

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

8/10 Good

Graham, Mojacar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Value for money
we stayed here on our way back to Spain. Excellent location for the harbour and restaurants. Staff very polite and accommodating. The room was clean although in need of refurbishment. We would certainly stay here again. The parking was not secure at night.

8/10 Good

Jill, Mansfield, England

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good value hotel close to old town.
This hotel is attractive and very well placed. The old harbour is five minutes walk away as is the aquarium and there is a car park at the hotel with an allocated place so no worries about going out and finding a place on your return. It is good value and I would definitely stop there again. The only down side is the breakfast which was one of the poorest breakfasts we've ever had in France - there was nothing to eat! There was cheap bread and cheap supermarket croissants, a few slices of cheap tinned ham which were hidden under a lidded dish and when found and taken were replaced, on request, with another four or five slices to feed the entire room. There was a bit of cheap cheese, highlight was Baby Bel, and one day even that wasn't there so I had to ask for some. The lady gave me a Baby Bel and didn't put any more on the buffet table. There was stacks of natural yogurt but fruit yogurts also seemed to be on ration. Having said that the staff were friendly and I did like the hotel and will return, but I really wish they'd do something about the breakfasts!

8/10 Good

A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

10/10 Excellent

Anthony, La Celle Guenand

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