Bordeaux is one of France's favorite cities. It has a winning combination of charming architecture, excellent food, and good wine. And we haven't even talked about its location right on the edge of Périgord region With its many charming castles and villages. Add to all this the fact that there is a direct flight from Israel to Bordeaux and you have a great place to spend your next vacation.
The first step in planning your vacation (after you've found Cheap flight Of course) is to find a place to stay and that is exactly why I created this article. There are quite a few hotels in Bordeaux and there is no shortage of vacation apartments. The problem is that not every hotel will make you feel like you are inThe Ritz Hotel (To put it mildly) and not every apartment will suit your needs.
So, in order to prevent you from falling, I have carefully selected hotels and vacation apartments that will be a great base for a successful vacation in Bordeaux and its surroundings. To make it easier for you, I have divided the article into two parts. The first part deals with recommended hotels in Bordeaux and is divided according to price (relatively cheap hotels at the beginning and relatively expensive hotels at the end). The second part deals with vacation apartments, which I divided according to maximum capacity, with the apartments that are suitable for a couple being listed first and the larger apartments that are suitable for a family being listed at the end.
Of course, I couldn't go through all the hotels and apartments in Bordeaux, so if I missed a good hotel or an excellent apartment, you are welcome to comment on this article or write to me and I will be happy to add them.
So after this introduction, let's get going and find you a great place to stay in Bordeaux.
Hotels in Bordeaux
If you are traveling alone or as a couple and want to spend most of your time outdoors, then a hotel could be an excellent option for you. Here are some highly recommended hotels.
Luxurious hotels
Novotel Bordeaux Center
This is a recommendation from Yona Mitrani Who lives in Bordeaux and booked the hotel for her family. This is a hotel in a simply excellent location. Large and luxurious rooms and most importantly: there is air conditioning (very relevant especially in the summer). Especially suitable for families with children.
Hotel Sèze
This is a luxurious luxury hotel located in the city center. Bordeaux And includes, among other things, a spa center and a private golf course located not far away (there is a free shuttle from the hotel to the golf course). So if you want to discover Bordeaux and at the same time pamper yourself in a jacuzzi at the end of the day, this is undoubtedly the hotel for you.
The Great House of Bernard Magrez
If you want to live not only in maximum comfort but also in luxury, this is the hotel for you. The hotel is located in a 19th century mansion and is surrounded by a large garden. The hotel has a 2 Michelin star restaurant and its wine cellar offers a very large selection of local wines. The hotel staff is excellent and so is the breakfast.
Recommended three-star hotels in Bordeaux
Hôtel Churchill Bordeaux Center
This hotel does not have any stars because the owners are not interested in all the bureaucracy involved, but it could easily get 3 stars. I stayed at this hotel in September 2019 and enjoyed every moment. The service is attentive and friendly, the rooms are well designed and comfortable, and the shower is wonderful. The breakfast is excellent (homemade pastries). Please note: the hotel does not have an elevator.
La Maison Des Vignes Bordeaux
If you want to live in an old house not far from the city center (600 meters from the Saint-Michel Cathedral) this is the place for you. The place is suitable for both couples and small families who can rent the suite on site. The breakfast here is simply excellent and includes homemade jams. Charming hosts.
Hôtel Cardinal Bordeaux Centre
The Cardinal Bordeaux Hotel is a design hotel located right in the heart of Bordeaux, allowing easy access to all its main attractions. Enjoy an excellent shower and exceptionally courteous service. For the gluttons: breakfast includes homemade pastries and croissant Industrial.
Hotel La Maison du Lierre
A charming boutique hotel located right in the center of Bordeaux and providing its guests with stylish rooms that contain all the comforts needed for a perfect trip (including air conditioning, which can be critical in the summer). The hotel serves a good breakfast and there are quite a few excellent restaurants in the area.
Residhome Bordeaux
A solid hotel located in a quiet district within walking distance of Bordeaux city center (there is also a suburban train). The great advantage of this hotel lies in the fact that for a relatively modest price you get excellent value, which includes, among other things, parking (great for those using Bordeaux as a base for star trips).
Best Western Grand Hotel Francais
A solid hotel from the BEST WESTERN chain known for its high standards. Located in the city center of Bordeaux, not far from the cathedral and various museums. The hotel provides comfortable rooms, an excellent shower, and an excellent breakfast.
Quality Hotel Bordeaux Center
The hotel is located in a 19th-century mansion not far from the Saint-Pierre district. Each room at the hotel includes air conditioning, a flat-screen TV and a Nespresso machine for coffee lovers. The location, in the vibrant heart of Bordeaux, and the reasonable price make it one of the recommended hotels.
Cheap hotels in Bordeaux
Casa Blanca B&B
A small and cute bed and breakfast located on the outskirts of Bordeaux. The rooms are clean and well equipped, the breakfast is very good and the owners are charming and happy to help.
Rooms at Bord'O
Another lovely B&B. Located about 10 minutes by tram from the city center. Offers tastefully decorated rooms in a modern and cozy building. The breakfast here is excellent and the owner Natalie is very friendly. Recommended for those looking for convenient parking and a quiet stay.
Hotel de Tourny
Small boutique hotel in the historic center (18th century mansion) with contemporary interior design. Provides all modern comforts. Professional staff and smartly designed rooms. Inexpensive hotel that provides excellent value.
Hôtel des Voyageurs Center Bastide
Small, inexpensive family hotel, about a five-minute walk from the river. Provides free WIFI and a private shower. Please note: no air conditioning. The owner of the hotel is charming. A great option for budget travelers.
Holiday apartments in Bordeaux
Traveling to Bordeaux with the whole family? Want to have a relaxing and pleasant trip where you can visit the local market and cook (with a glass of excellent wine in hand of course)? Then what you need is an apartment and I have some not-so-bad options for you.
Apartments in Bordeaux suitable for a couple
L'Appart D'Oli et Tiane
Very cute apartment with a bedroom and a living room suitable for a couple or a couple with a child. Located not far from the city center. The owners are very nice and provide the first breakfast for free!
Margot's apartment
A cute apartment in the city center, suitable for a couple or a couple with a child. Renovated about a decade ago and contains everything needed for a pleasant stay, including air conditioning – a significant advantage in the French summer.
Villa Erizio, Bordeaux Centre
An excellent apartment suitable for a couple or a couple with a child. Exquisitely designed with large windows and well-equipped to allow for a stay in maximum comfort.
Family-friendly apartments in Bordeaux
Aparthotel Adagio Bordeaux Center Gambetta
Yona Mitrani-Mazor's recommendation: Apartment hotel with affordable prices (easyJet style – you pay for extras). Excellent location close to the Dijeaux gate. Comfortable rooms, good breakfast, and next to a bus stop (line 1) that connects to the airport.
Apartment Jardin Public
Large apartment that can accommodate a family of 7. Located near the wine museum with a fully equipped kitchen for a culinary feast. The owner, Laure-Helen, is charming and helpful. The apartment received very high ratings on Booking.com.
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