Le Rabelais

Hotels
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Independent
9 (63 reviews)
19 Route de l'Ouillette, Fontenay-le-Comte, Vendee, 85200 , Fontenay-le-Comte , FR
33-2-51698620

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Pets allowed

Facilities

Meeting rooms
Full-service spa
Fitness facilities
Electric car charging station
Free WiFi
Terrace
Garden
Luggage storage
Sauna
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great facilities
Good location
Comfortable bedding
Cons:
Inconsistent food quality
Noise from certain rooms

Categories

Cleanliness
8.89
Clean and well-maintained facilities as noted by guests.
Service
9.86
Staff were very friendly and provided excellent service.
Location
9.4
Conveniently located near the city center.
Room Quality
8.35
Room quality varies; one room was noted to be poor due to noise.
Amenities
9.38
Great facilities like a calm pool that guests appreciated.
Value for Money
8.84
Generally good value, though some dissatisfaction with specific room.
Food and Beverage
7.89
Food quality noted to be inconsistent; cold dishes experienced.
Overall Experience
9.36
A generally pleasant stay overall, with minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 01:43

Property Description

Experience a serene getaway at Le Rabelais, where modern comforts meet nature's tranquility just steps away from the stunning Marais Poitevin Regional Nature Park.

Spa Sanctuary
Unwind at our full-service spa featuring soothing massages and rejuvenating facials, designed to help you relax and recharge.

Recreational Retreat
Enjoy our state-of-the-art fitness center, a sauna for ultimate relaxation, and a seasonal outdoor pool perfect for leisurely dips under the sun.

Gourmet Dining
Savor delectable meals at our on-site restaurant or indulge in light snacks at our two cozy cafés. Don't forget to unwind with a refreshing drink at the bar/lounge after a day of exploration.

Escape to Le Rabelais for an unforgettable stay that blends adventure and relaxation. Book your getaway today!

Important information:

  • Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will be open from May to September.
  • Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

  • Children and extra beds

    No rollaway/extra beds available

  • General

    Cashless transactions are available

  • Guest type

    Essential workers only - NO

  • Pets

    Pets allowed

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Location

Guest Reviews

9
Based on 63 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.89
Service: 9.86
Location: 9.4
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 9.38
Value for Money: 8.84
Food and Beverage: 7.89
Overall Experience: 9.36
J
Jean Louis • couple • fr
10
Agréable calme reposant et super restaurant
Pros:

Super hôtel

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
J
jacques • couple • fr
8
2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
I
Isabelle • solo_traveller • fr
10
Une étape super dans un quotidien professionnel chargé !
Pros:

Confortable et accueil sympa !

Cons:

Rien !

2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
L
Louise • couple • ch
10
Inviting hotel, excellent room, spotlessly clean, comfortable and cool.
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
E
Ekrem • family_with_children • fr
9
Parfait
Pros:

Propre, bien situé et personnel au top.
Piscine agréable

Cons:

Le petit dej pas très fourni.

2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
C
charlotte • couple • fr
9
Un personnel à l’écoute et un parc idéal pour notre chienne
Pros:

Merci à Thibault qui s’est donné du mal pour nous libérer une chambre un peu avant l’heure du check-in, nous permettant ainsi d’arriver frais et dispos au mariage auquel nous nous rendions !

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
G
Georges • family_with_children • fr
9
A répondu à nos attentes.
Pros:

L'hôtel a correspondu à nos attentes pour cette catégorie.
Le déjeuner était très bon.
Le personnel, tant en hébergement qu'en restauration, a été très serviable et compétent.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
E
Evelyn and John • couple • ie
10
Perfect for stop over on way to or from South of France
Pros:

Great restaurant. Lovely bedroom. Staff very nice especially Thibault G in reception. Really comfortable hotel

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
E
Evelyn and John • couple • ie
10
Nice comfortable hotel with great restaurant and very pleasant staff.
Pros:

Great dinner in hotel restaurant. Lovely friendly hotel throughout hotel. Thibault G in reception was a very helpful gent.

2026-07-09 • via Nuitee
A
Aidan • couple • gb
7
OK for a stopover, good pool
Pros:

The swimming pool and eating and drinking terraces

Cons:

The food.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
V
Vincent • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
J
Jordan • solo_traveller • fr
9
SUPER !!
Pros:

tout était nickel

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
P
peter • couple • gb
10
Brilliant stay - one of best of our hotels we stayed in on our 16 day cycling tour
Pros:

The staff on reception and in the restaurant were brilliant. Food was superb.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
J
jean-francois • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-06-21 • via Nuitee
G
Guilhem • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-06-16 • via Nuitee
T
therese • family_with_children • fr
8
agréable
Pros:

La taille du lit

Cons:

Manque d'informations sur la lumière bleue le long des rideaux

2026-06-15 • via Nuitee
P
pauline • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-06-13 • via Nuitee
S
Sabine • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

La localisation
L'hôtel en général

Cons:

Rien

2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
C
Chiffoleau • solo_traveller • fr
4
2026-06-11 • via Nuitee
C
CHRISTELLE • solo_traveller • fr
9
2026-06-09 • via Nuitee