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L'Esprit du 8

Guesthouse with free parking, steps from Centre International de la Mer

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Exterior
Daily full breakfast (EUR 15 per person)
Staircase
Deluxe Double Room (Charlotte Perriand)
Deluxe Double Room (Gae Aulenti) | View from room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$297
includes taxes & fees
24 Feb - 25 Feb

Explore the area

Map
8 rue Jean Jaures, Rochefort, 17300
  • Centre International de la Mer
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • National Museum of the Navy
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Musée Hèbre de Saint-Clement
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room (Eilleen Gray)

Superior Double Room (Eilleen Gray)

Superior Double Room (Eilleen Gray)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Double Room (Florence Knoll)

Superior Double Room (Florence Knoll)

Superior Double Room (Florence Knoll)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Memory foam bed
Premium bedding
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Balcony (Ray Eames)

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony (Ray Eames)

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony (Ray Eames)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Memory foam bed
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (Charlotte Perriand)

Deluxe Double Room (Charlotte Perriand)

Deluxe Double Room (Charlotte Perriand)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Blackout curtains
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room (Gae Aulenti)

Deluxe Double Room (Gae Aulenti)

Deluxe Double Room (Gae Aulenti)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

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  • Free WiFi
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The price is AU$177
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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Rochefort

L'Esprit du 8 puts you in the heart of Rochefort, steps from Centre International de la Mer and within a 10-minute stroll of National Museum of the Navy. Highlights at this guest house include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire and hiking/biking trails. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Rochefort guest house include Musée Hèbre de Saint-Clement and Hermione.
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What's nearby

  • Centre International de la Mer - 3 min walk
  • National Museum of the Navy - 5 min walk
  • Musée Hèbre de Saint-Clement - 6 min walk
  • Hermione - 7 min walk
  • Rochefort-Martrou Transporter Bridge and Visitor Centre - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Rochefort Station - 16 min walk
  • La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Terrasse Colbert - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bistrot de la Paix - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪O 'bistro du Sud - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie des Demoiselles - ‬4 min walk

About this property

L'Esprit du 8

Guesthouse with free parking, steps from Centre International de la Mer
As a guest of L'Esprit du 8, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. There are 2 meeting rooms available. Public spaces have free WiFi. L'Esprit du 8 also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and coffee/tea in common area. Self parking is free.

This Rochefort guest house is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1830
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
L'Esprit du 8 offers 5 accommodations with espresso makers and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English, French, German

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 5 private bathrooms
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:30 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 3.85 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 full breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 for adults and from EUR 15 for children

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 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
This property accepts credit cards, ANCV Cheques-vacances and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, ANCV Chèques-vacances and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

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.
  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Property is also known as

Chambre d'hôtes L'esprit 8 Guesthouse Rochefort
Chambre d'hôtes L'esprit 8 Guesthouse
Chambre d'hôtes L'esprit 8 Rochefort
Chambre d'hôtes L'esprit 8
L'Esprit du 8 Rochefort
L'Esprit du 8 Guesthouse
Chambre d'hôtes L'esprit du 8
L'Esprit du 8 Guesthouse Rochefort

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at L'Esprit du 8?

L'Esprit du 8 offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at L'Esprit du 8?

As of 23 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at L'Esprit du 8 on 24 Feb 2025 start from AU$284.13, 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 L'Esprit du 8?

Yep, L'Esprit du 8 has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to L'Esprit du 8?

The closest beach to L'Esprit du 8 is Plage de l'Espérance (10.7 km).

Does L'Esprit du 8 have a pool?

L'Esprit du 8 has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to September).

What makes L'Esprit du 8 a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service, plus memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at L'Esprit du 8.

Does L'Esprit du 8 serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at L'Esprit du 8?

No, L'Esprit du 8 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at L'Esprit du 8?

Check-in begins at 5:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at L'Esprit du 8?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at L'Esprit du 8?

There is a golf course next to L'Esprit du 8.

L'Esprit du 8 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nazly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful place with a kind attentive hosts Candrine and Pascal. I will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Russell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best hotels by far
Absolutely fabulous place to stay, the host and hostess are very beautiful they made our stay very special. We will return to stay longer next time. 10 of 10
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lionel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Charming guesthouse renovated with taste
Luxurious guest house decorated with taste. Comfortable king size bed, modern bathroom and the charm of and old house with a pool. Our hosts, Sandrine and Pascal thought of all the details and were very helpful in our discovery of the area. Could not recommend it enough!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hosts, house snd location
A beautifully restored historic building in the heart of Rochefort. Perfect location. The attention to detail in the fittings and fixtures was exceptional. Very warm and friendly welcome from the hosts, particularly Pascal who was incredibly engaging and helpful to us in providing some gem locations and places to eat in the vicinity of Rochefort. The Eames room did not disappoint and you can see the pride in which the house has been filled with original pieces from past era. Would highly recommend. Don’t forget to ask to see the Austin Healey too
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

ANTHONY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Merci Sandrine et Pascal pour votre accueil, et au plaisir de revenir! Séjour sans faute, très relaxant.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic Character Building with individual decorated rooms. The owners of the house are so very helpful and a pleasure to stay with.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A stylish very chambres d'Hotes
My wife and I spent a delightful six days stay at L'esprit du 8 in Rochefort which proved to be the best chambre d'hôtes we have ever stayed at in France. The owners just seemed to have the balance just right having created an impressive, but charming, residence from early 19th century mansion close to the centre of this historic city. This lovely building has been restored with empathy and yet with all the facilities that one would expect of a modern guest house that include a luxury ensuite shower room, coffee/tea in the rooms, cable TV, a lovely swimming pool and a really rather good continental breakfast each morning. We also had a small balcony to our room which gave us a view of the street/town. The interior design celebrates a stylish mix of antique and vintage and fixtures and fittings that will appeal to anyone that enjoys retro collectables. The owners Sandrine and Pascal are attentive, without being intrusive and seem only too happy to make sure that your stay is relaxing and enjoyable. Our stay was blessed with excellent weather and so we spent a very relaxing time around the swimming pool whilst also exploring the historic port and town centre which is a short walk away. This region has a huge amount to explore and so having a car is advisable or you can hire bikes from the owners. We would suggest visits to include La Rochelle (which is a great port to see) and L'île d'Oléron. We would highly recommend this chamber d’hotes to anyone visiting the area!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing place which is a testament to the obvious care and attention from its owners, who are extremely friendly and helpful. Look forward to returning again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
What a gem!
A last minute booking brought us to this unexpectedly beautiful house, which has been transformed from a rather imposing government residence to a very stylish, modern gem. Each of the four bedrooms is inspired by a modern design icon- we stayed in the Gae Aulenti room, named after the famous Italian architect. The room is very light and spacious, with a very comfortable bed and a large bathroom with jacuzzi bathtub (but no shower). Breakfast is served in a large room with beautiful stained glass windows, at a communal breakfast table. The friendliness of the hosts and other guests made it feel like a special private party! Breakfast itself was delicious and ample - especially the oven fresh bread and the local bio pear juice. It was great to have such a good choice of restaurants within walking distance (even on a Monday evening). The fascinating Corderie Royale is also easily visited on foot. Our only regrets were only to be able to stay one night, and not having time to take advantage of the swimming pool. Thanks for a lovely stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A charming boutique hotel run by a lovely couple. Short walk to Place Colbert. The swimming pool looks ideal for the summertime.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptional
Pascal and Sandrine have done an amazing job at renovating the property. Spacious and modern rooms with the most comfortable bed. Secure parking, heated pool and good location for sight seeing. Breakfast had fresh, local produce. The best part about the property are the owners who are so welcoming, friendly and helpful. Would recommend to stay here for anyone visiting Rochefort.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Benoit

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
À recommander
Séjour professionnel. Accueil très pro mais chaleureux et individualisé avec de nombreux conseils. Chambre calme et superbement décorée. Petit déjeuner local (confiture et jus locaux) avec proposition de cuisson des œufs à la demande. Je recommande beaucoup
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Renaud

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Séjour Formidable ! Allez-y les yeux fermés.
Merci beaucoup à ce très gentil couple très attentif à ses hôtes. Pascal aime raconter les histoires du lieu. Un très bon pdj ! Nous avons passé un très bon séjour et auront sans doute l’occasion de revenir ;) Merci à vous. A & R
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frédéric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Dan-Henrik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice and recomendable little hotel!
Close to perfect. The hostes were very nice and the location was good and close to everything. The hotel is almost perfect, but there's always something little to make it even better. One thing is that there could (should?) be atleast one English channel on the TV (CCN, BBC World News, or...). A/C would also be an improvement and maybe a standing up shower possibility. These are minor things, but nevertheless.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Francois

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Une belle parenthèse quand on travaille !
Sandrine et Pascal sont des hôtes très agréables et sympathiques. Très à l’écoute et soucieux du détail ! L’endroit est magnifique et les chambres sont spacieuses et aménagées avec goût. Maison d’hôtes située au centre de Rochefort et pourtant plus calme que certaines situées en dehors des villes.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Superbe
La maison et sa décoration ,les hôtes , la qualité des produits au petit déjeuner l’emplacement tout est absolument parfait. Je reviendrai avec grand plaisir. Merci pour tout
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Olive

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

jacqueline

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pierre

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
ON Y REVIENT AVEC PLAISIR
Il s'agit d'une deuxième séjour aussi agréable que le premIer. Sandrine et Pascal sont des hôtes charmants et prévenants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tellement bien qu'on y retournera plus longtemps
Ce court séjour d'une nuit s'est tellement bien passé que cela nous a donné envie de revenir pour un séjour plus long. Non seulement les hôtes sont charmant et au petits soins, mais leur domaine est magnifique, savamment décoré, offrant un havre de paix en plein cœur historique de la ville. Rochefort a tellement d'atouts souvent méconnus que nous regardons déjà nos agendas pour en profiter au plus vite. Je recommande vivement cette adresse, pour un passage comme nous ou un plus long séjour.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Voyage de noces au paradis
Sejour plus que magnifique. Comment suitter ce petit coin de paradis sans un enorme pincement au coeur. L'accueil de Sandrine et Pascal est exceptionnel. On se sent en famille. Ils sont aux petits soins pour nous. Toujours là pout nous conseiller un bon petit resto, une activité,... La chambre était magnifique également. Tout confort. Baignoire à jets. Petit dejeuner très copieux et varié avec des produits frais de la région. Que dire de plus? Si vous voulez passer un excellent séjour ( à deux pas des attractions les plus connues de la ville) dans une merveilleuse maison n'hesitez pas.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Aurelia

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
formidable
Chambre superbe Accueil très sympathique des propriétaires Cadre magnifique Petit déjeuner extra Bravo ne changez rien
Stayed 1 night in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Een aanrader
Geweldig verblijf in het centrum van Rochefort. De vriendelijke gastvrouw- en heer doen er alles aan om je verblijf een succes te maken. Alle kamers zijn anders ingericht en smaakvol gedecoreerd met 20e eeuws design. Er is een fijn zwembad. Kortom een ideale plek om hiervandaan Rochefort te bezoeken.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019