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Le Rabelais

3.0 star property
3-star guestrooms with free WiFi

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Terrace/patio
Interior
Seasonal outdoor pool
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 14 per person)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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19 Route de l'Ouillette, Fontenay-le-Comte, Vendee, 85200
  • Place, Notre Dame de Fontenay le Comte
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Museum of Fontenay
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Château de Terre Neuve
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Comfort Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Double Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Economy Single Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Economy Single Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Triple Room, Garden View

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Superior Quadruple Room, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Club Room | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Club Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Room, Terrace

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Fontenay-le-Comte

In Fontenay-le-Comte .You'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park and 2 miles (3 km) of Notre Dame de Fontenay le Comte with a stay here. Museum of Fontenay and Château de Terre Neuve are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Arts Fusions Fonderie - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Notre Dame de Fontenay le Comte - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Museum of Fontenay - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Château de Terre Neuve - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Parc de Pierre Brune - 16 min drive - 7.9 miles

Getting around

  • Velluire Station - 13 min drive
  • La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪La Creperie Du Moulin - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪La Tupina - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Restaurant L’ Ardoise - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hôtel De Vendeé - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Le Rabelais

3-star guestrooms with free WiFi
Le Rabelais offers its guests a full-service spa, a sauna, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, along with 2 coffee shops/cafes. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A seasonal outdoor pool, spa services, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Le Rabelais. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Fontenay-le-Comte hotel is smoke free.

  • 54 guestrooms or units
  • 2 coffee shops
  • Meeting rooms
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Le Rabelais offers 54 accommodations with complimentary newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Satellite television is provided.

This Fontenay-le-Comte hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include hot stone massages and facials.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Playground
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 14 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • 2 coffee shops/cafes
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • 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.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 0.90 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 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
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. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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.
  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Rabelais Fontenay-le-Comte
Rabelais Hotel
Rabelais Hotel Fontenay-le-Comte
Le Rabelais Hotel
Le Rabelais Fontenay-le-Comte
Le Rabelais Hotel Fontenay-le-Comte

Frequently asked questions

How close is Le Rabelais to the airport?

Le Rabelais is 34.2 mi (50-min drive) away from the La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Le Rabelais?

As of Oct 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Le Rabelais on Nov 3, 2025 start from $94.49, excluding 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.

Does Le Rabelais have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Le Rabelais.

Does Le Rabelais offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Le Rabelais, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 14 for adults and EUR 7 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Le Rabelais?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Le Rabelais?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Le Rabelais?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Le Rabelais have a pool?

Le Rabelais features a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Le Rabelais have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Le Rabelais have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features prenatal massages and facials.

How close is Le Rabelais to downtown Fontenay-le-Comte?

Le Rabelais is 0.7 mi away from Fontenay-le-Comte.