Hôtel Atalante - Relais Thalasso & Spa

Hotels
8.5 (988 reviews)
Rue Port Notre Dame , Sainte-Marie-de-Ré , fr

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent thalasso/spa and pools
Beautiful, quiet location on Île de Ré; good base to explore the island
Very good food and outstanding breakfast noted by several guests
Spacious rooms with comfortable, large beds
Bike rental with e-bikes and good routes from the hotel
Nice bar selection and pleasant restaurant staff
Porsche destination chargers working well
Cons:
Cleanliness issues reported (dirty vents, dusty wardrobes, floors not cleaned)
Unwelcoming or inattentive reception and inconsistent service in some areas
Perceived poor value for money; high prices for drinks and breakfast
Some guests found rooms basic or 'hospital-like'
Limited pool loungers and restrictive pool opening hours
Tesla destination chargers not working
Occasional issues with spa treatment bookings and room service/delivery mistakes

Categories

Cleanliness
6
Multiple reviews mention cleanliness problems (ventilation shafts very dirty, dusty wardrobes, floor not cleaned during a two-week stay), so cleanliness is rated below average.
Service
7
Service is mixed: several comments describe unwelcoming or inattentive reception and inconsistent housekeeping, while restaurant and some spa staff are described as attentive and professional.
Location
10
Location is repeatedly praised (Île de Ré, quiet, great base to explore the island, beautiful landscape) and considered a strong positive.
Room Quality
9
Room quality is generally positive (spacious rooms, large comfortable beds) but with a few mentions of very basic/‘hospital-like’ rooms, so overall strong but not perfect.
Amenities
10
Amenities (excellent thalasso/spa, pleasant pools, bike rental, well-regarded restaurant facilities) are highlighted repeatedly as a major strength, despite isolated issues (broken Tesla chargers, limited pool loungers/hours).
Value for Money
6
Multiple guests call the hotel expensive for what was delivered (high prices for drinks, costly breakfast some avoided), so value-for-money is rated below average.
Food and Beverage
10
Food and beverage receives strong praise across reviews (very good dinners, outstanding breakfast in several comments), though some mention prices and portions; overall sentiment is highly positive.
Overall Experience
10
Overall stays are described as very positive by many guests (excellent spa, relaxing atmosphere, beautiful setting) despite service and cleanliness shortcomings; overall impression is rated very high to reflect the strong positive elements.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-12 21:51

Property Description

Luxurious Hydromarine Area
Indulge in relaxation at the Atalante hotel's hydromarine area featuring a sauna, hammam, and a heated seawater swimming pool.

Scenic Views and Modern Comfort
Experience the beauty of Sainte Marie de Ré from rooms with balconies or terraces overlooking the sea or vineyards. Enjoy amenities like air conditioning and free Wi-Fi for a comfortable stay.

Gourmet Dining and Convenient Services
Start your day with a delicious buffet breakfast and savor French cuisine with a sea view at the hotel's restaurant. Take advantage of 24-hour reception services including taxi and bicycle rentals.

Book now to experience the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and convenience at Hotel Atalante.

Important information:

Guests receive complimentary access to the spa from 17:00 upon arrival day to 12:00 upon departure day.Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Nov 15, 2026 until Mon, Mar 15, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: LRH

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 988 reviews
Cleanliness: 6
Service: 7
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9
Amenities: 10
Value for Money: 6
Food and Beverage: 10
Overall Experience: 10
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Sophie • couple • be
8
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Richard • extended_group • gb
6
Great restaurant and staff there - not dog friendly and disappointing for the rest…
Pros:

The restaurant was superb - the food was excellent - as was the service - and they were very welcoming and accommodating for us a family including our dogs.

Cons:

Sadly it is not great for families with dogs. The beach is unusable so don’t expect a beach holiday - dogs are also banned. Sadly dogs were also banned by the hotel for the area near the pool with loungers etc which we didn’t know/were not told when we booked and agreed a substantial fee for our dogs.Therefore we had no where to relax as a family with our dogs near the pool or in the beach. The rooftop loofa was good but shut very early at 6pm so no chance for a sundowner - seemed a ridiculous missed opportunity by the management. I would avoid if you have dogs.

2026-08-25 • via Nuitee
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Christian • family_with_children • de
6
Tolle Insel, gute Umgebung.
Pros:

Lage,‘freundliches Personal, Leihfahräder und das Restaurant

Cons:

Der Spa Bereich ist sehr ausbaufähig, zu wenig Liegen, keine echte finnische Sauna, nur so eine Infrarotsauna - die es aber nicht bringt. Dampfsauna ohne Wasser. Der Tunnel zum Spa Bereich ist gut. Die Zimmer sind eher 3 Sterne, alles aus Pappe und nicht sehr solide gebaut. Zimmer sehr klein.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Katia • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Katia • couple • fr
10
Parfait
Pros:

Tout

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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jolanda • solo_traveller • nl
8
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Charles • solo_traveller • fr
7
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Afra • family_with_children • nl
8
Fijn verblijf!
Pros:

Locatie super rustig. Heel fijne ruime lichte kamer, erg goeie airco! Genoeg parkeerplek, hygiëne erg goed! Fijn bed, fijne badkamer en erg fijne handdoeken!

Cons:

Zowel bij ons als andere gast bleek factuur behoorlijk niet te kloppen! Let daar op!! De knop bij het door trekken zit achter de klep( zeer onhygiënisch) ontbijt vondt iedereen goed, wij matig! Misschien zijn we erg verwend! Personeel erg afstandelijk & onpersoonlijk! Geen herkenning na paar dagen.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Braga • family_with_children • it
6
Pros:

La posizione direttamente sul mare e le camere che danno sul giardino.

Cons:

L’hotel è situato in una parte dell’isola un po’ distante da quelli che a nostro avviso sono i principali punti di attrazione.

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Nathalie • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Le calme

Cons:

La literie

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Valérie • couple • fr
8
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Frauke • couple • de
8
2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Sophie • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Fanny • couple • fr
7
Pros:

Calme, confortable et propre

Cons:

Qualité des services et des installations pas à la hauteur du tarif

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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MURIEL • family_with_children • fr
8
Super
Pros:

Nous avons apprécié l’accueil exceptionnel de Anna à la réception qui était de très bon conseil et toujours souriante.
La piscine vraiment sympa et l accès aux vélos parfait.
Très bon séjour dans cet établissement !

Cons:

La chambre peut être un peu étroite pour 2 adultes et un enfant .

2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Ann • couple • gb
8
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Leo • couple • nl
9
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Pierre-Alexandre • family_with_children • fr
9
Très bon séjour
Pros:

Situation géographique / Services / Personnel / Piscine / Décoration / Chambre

Cons:

Petit déjeuner en chambre très peu copieux et de fait cher pour le résultat.
Service du diner

2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Geert • solo_traveller • be
10
Pros:

Rust
Faciliteiten
Omgeving
Personeel
...

Cons:

Niets

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Katja • family_with_children • de
6
Pros:

Schöne einsame Lage

Cons:

Pool viel zu klein für die Anzahl der Gäste, zu wenige Liegen- zudem unbequem- zu wenig Schatten. Leider gar keine Liegen am Strand

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee