CERISE Royan - Le Grand Hôtel de la Plage

Hotels
8.1 (860 reviews)
195 avenue de Pontaillac , Royan , fr

Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Soundproof rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Beachfront location
Comfortable and spacious rooms
Friendly staff
Cons:
High extra charges
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
7.6
Multiple reviews noted issues with cleanliness, such as unclean elevators and bathroom traces.
Service
9.1
General sentiment reflects a very attentive and friendly staff.
Location
9.1
Consistently praised for its outstanding location facing the sea.
Room Quality
8.1
Mostly positive comments on spacious and comfortable rooms, though some mentioned outdated furniture.
Amenities
7.6
Some reviews pointed out that additional fees for amenities felt excessive.
Value for Money
7.1
Feedback indicated that pricing is considered high for the level of service and quality offered.
Food and Beverage
7.6
Comments were varied, noting that breakfast was good but overpriced.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall enjoyable experience with a mix of pros and cons from various reviews.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 00:30

Property Description

Stunning Seafront Views
Experience breathtaking views of Pontillac Bay and the Cordouan Lighthouse from our 3-star hotel dating back to the 1930s. Enjoy a mere 2-minute stroll to the Royan-Pontaillac Casino.

Comfortable Rooms with Modern Amenities
Relax in rooms adorned in warm tones, equipped with free WiFi, an LCD TV, and a safe. Some rooms offer picturesque bay views for a truly memorable stay.

Convenient Facilities and Dining Options
Indulge in a buffet breakfast featuring pastries and charcuterie. Explore dining at nearby partner restaurants or opt for room service. Benefit from 24-hour reception, luggage storage, and more.

Book now to immerse yourself in a charming seaside retreat at CERISE Royan - Le Grand Hôtel de la Plage.

Important information:


Please note that the credit card used to make the reservation and a photo identification will be requested on arrival. The name on the credit card and photo identification must match the guest's name.

Please note that breakfast for children aged 5 to 11 years costs 50% of the standard breakfast rate. Children aged up to 4 years old can breakfast for free.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: LRH

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is needed) and costs EUR 12 per day.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 5 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    People 3 years old and over stay for € 15 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.1
Based on 860 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.6
Service: 9.1
Location: 9.1
Room Quality: 8.1
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 7.1
Food and Beverage: 7.6
Overall Experience: 8.6
B
BRUNO solo_traveller fr
7
Pros:

Hôtel devant l’océan très calme
Accueil agréable

Cons:

Tout correspondait à nos attentes
Bon Rapport qualité prix

2026-04-02 via Nuitee
ÉCla family_with_children fr
8
Vue sur mer exceptionnelle
Pros:

Chambre et salle de bain très spacieuses, très bonne literie et linge de qualité. Vue superbe sur la plage, l'océan, les carrelets et Cordouan : quelle que soit la météo, le spectacle est magnifique, un vrai bonheur de s'asseoir dans les fauteuils devant la porte vitrée du petit balcon et d'admirer les changements de couleurs du ciel et de l'eau.
Volets électriques qui permettent de ne pas être réveillés par le jour.
Emplacement idéal pour se déplacer à pied : plage, restaurants, bars, boulangerie, casino, commerces, sentier de marche... Proche de Royan, de Saint-Palais... si on souhaite visiter la région.
Personnel présent à l'accueil 24h/24.

Cons:

Gros point négatif : le débit et la température de l'eau. Le premier soir, je n’ai pas pu me doucher car l'eau était froide. N.B : il faut la laisser couler plusieurs minutes avant qu'elle ne chauffe.
La déco et l'aménagement pourraient être ameliorés et plus harmonieux.
Fin mars, il est encore possible de trouver une place pour se garer assez facilement dans la rue mais en pleine saison, ce doit être plus compliqué.

2026-03-31 via Nuitee
E
Eugénie couple fr
10
Pros:

La localisation

Cons:

Baignoire

2026-03-28 via Nuitee
R
ROUILLARD couple fr
8
Excellent séjour.
Pros:

L’emplacement au bord de mer, à proximité des commerces et restaurants.
L’existence d’un parking.
La qualité de l’accueil.

Cons:

Le prix un peu excessif du petit déjeuner.

2026-03-25 via Nuitee
S
SANDRINE couple fr
8
Week-end agréable
Pros:

Chambre avec vue sur la plage. Literie confortable. Personnel très sympathique. Très bon emplacement avec restaurants et casino à côté.

2026-03-22 via Nuitee
M
MARIE family_with_children fr
8
2026-03-15 via Nuitee
M
Manon couple fr
10
2026-03-11 via Nuitee
J
jean couple fr
8
2026-03-10 via Nuitee
D
David family_with_children fr
8
Pros:

Cadre face à l'océan,
Chambre cosy et literie excellente

Cons:

Salle de bain très vieillissante

2026-03-03 via Nuitee
A
arnaud family_with_children fr
10
2026-02-27 via Nuitee
P
Patrick couple fr
9
Parfait
Pros:

Accueil
Localisation
Confort

Cons:

Rien

2026-02-24 via Nuitee
M
Maëva solo_traveller fr
8
2026-02-13 via Nuitee
T
Tatjana couple de
9
2026-01-29 via Nuitee
J
Jean Pierre couple fr
10
2026-01-25 via Nuitee
M
Margaux couple fr
5
À revoir… mis à part le petit-déjeuner à volonté
Pros:

Le petit déjeuner à volonté et l’emplacement

Cons:

La chambre n’est pas conforme aux photos mises sur Booking. Un hôtel extrêmement vieux, mal insonorisés… la sensation d’être dans les autres chambres

2026-01-22 via Nuitee
V
Virginie couple fr
8
2026-01-21 via Nuitee
T
Thomas couple fr
8
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
A
Adèle couple fr
8
bien
Pros:

l'emplacement (on ne peut pas faire mieux), la clim, la literie, la fait de ne pas entendre la chambre d'à côté

Cons:

la déco de la chambre

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
K
KIM couple fr
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
D
David solo_traveller fr
9
2026-01-19 via Nuitee