Oceanside stay.You'll be steps from La Rochelle Hotel de Ville and within a 10-minute walk of Vieux Port with a stay at this La Rochelle City Centre hotel. Also, Tour St. Nicolas is within half a mile (1 km) and Parc des Expositions de La Rochelle is within 2 miles (3 km).
What's nearby
La Rochelle Hotel de Ville - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
La Rochelle Central Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Vieux Port - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Tour St. Nicolas - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Casino Barriere de La Rochelle - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Getting around
La Rochelle Porte Dauphine Station - 12 min walk
La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
D'Jolly Artisan Glacier Patissier - 1 min walk
Crêperie la Bletterie - 4 min walk
Nonno Leo - 4 min walk
Café de la Paix - 3 min walk
Le Jardin Du Marché - 3 min walk
About this property
Hotel François 1er
3-star Beaux Arts hotel near La Rochelle Hotel de Ville
As a guest of Hotel François 1er, you'll find a library, a terrace, and multilingual staff. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. The business-friendly Hotel François 1er also features concierge services, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and 24-hour room service. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.
This Beaux Arts La Rochelle hotel is smoke free.
36 guestrooms or units
3 levels
Meeting rooms
Charging station for electric cars
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Front desk (24 hours)
Staff is multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Concierge
Library
Terrace
Computer for guest use
Newspapers in lobby (free)
Television in lobby
Bellhop
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Hotel François 1er offers 36 accommodations with safes and complimentary newspapers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
This La Rochelle hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Secured, uncovered self parking on site (EUR 20 per day)
Limited onsite parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 14 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children
A bar/lounge
Things to do
Library
TV in common areas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
No elevator (single-level property)
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Electric kettle
More
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free daily newspapers
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Water-efficient showers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets: EUR 8 per pet, per night
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 20.0 per day.
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 8.0 per day.
Property 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 1.76 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: approximately EUR 14.00 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children
Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 20 per day (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: EUR 8 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 8.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 per day
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 onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
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 onsite parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
We should mention
Onsite cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.
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Frequently asked questions
How close is Hotel François 1er to the airport?
Hotel François 1er is 4.7 mi (15-min drive) away from the La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Hotel François 1er have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel François 1er.
How close is Hotel François 1er to the beach?
This hotel is a short 15-minute walk from Concurrence Beach and 3.4 mi (16-min drive) from Minimes Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Hotel François 1er offer free breakfast?
Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel François 1er, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 14.00 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.
Is there a casino at Hotel François 1er?
No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Barriere de La Rochelle (19-min walk) and Casino de Châtelaillon (15-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Hotel François 1er?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM.
Is there free parking at Hotel François 1er?
Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 20 per day.
Does Hotel François 1er have a pool?
Hotel François 1er does not have a pool.
Does Hotel François 1er have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this hotel.
How close is Hotel François 1er to downtown La Rochelle?
Hotel François 1er is 0.1 mi away from La Rochelle.