Hôtel de l'Océan

Hotels
8.6 (1012 reviews)
36 Cours Des Dames , La Rochelle , FR

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Family rooms
Soundproof rooms
Non-smoking throughout
Daily housekeeping
Beach
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Cons:
Noise
Hard mattress
Internet issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.66
The rooms were clean, beautiful and spacious.
Service
8.83
The staff was welcoming and helpful, contributing positively to the overall experience.
Location
9.07
The location was praised for its proximity to cafes, restaurants, and the Old Harbor.
Room Quality
8.32
Most rooms were described as spacious, but there were some mentions of noise and hard mattresses.
Amenities
8.25
Fair amenities available, but internet issues noted.
Value for Money
8.51
Good value for the quality, though some comfort issues were mentioned.
Food and Beverage
8.56
Food-related feedback was not explicitly mentioned.
Overall Experience
8.63
Overall positive experiences were noted with few minor complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 23:04

Property Description

Historic Charm and Modern Comfort
Hotel de L’Ocean, built in 1646, offers a unique blend of historic charm and modern comfort. The soundproofed rooms with air-conditioning and free Wi-Fi ensure a peaceful stay, while some rooms provide stunning views of the Bay of Biscay and the harbour.

Scenic Breakfast Options
Start your day with a delightful continental breakfast served on the outside terrace, in the breakfast room, or even in your room. Enjoy a picturesque setting as you indulge in a delicious morning meal.

Prime Location for Exploration
Conveniently situated on the Old Port, Hotel de L’Ocean is just a 2-minute walk from La Rochelle’s main attractions. Explore the city with ease and don't forget to visit the nearby La Rochelle Aquarium. Book now for an unforgettable stay by the sea.

Important information:

If you are planning on arriving after 22:30, please call the hotel the same day to let them know. Check-in is only possible until 00:30.

Arriving via the Old Harbor Quay and Duperré Quay, the hotel's guests are allowed to use the "Delivery, Bus, Taxi Line".

Please note that there is no parking on site for bicycles and no possibility of storing them .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.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.6
Based on 1012 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.66
Service: 8.83
Location: 9.07
Room Quality: 8.32
Amenities: 8.25
Value for Money: 8.51
Food and Beverage: 8.56
Overall Experience: 8.63
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Julien • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Cedric • couple • fr
9
Pros:

L’accueil par le personnel
L’emplacement

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Lanson • couple • fr
10
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • family_with_children • fr
10
2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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ANNA • couple • gb
8
Pros:

The lady who ran the property was extremely friendly and helpful. The room was basic but very clean.

Cons:

I was disappointed that there was no kettle in the room and nowhere in the hotel with tea-making facilities.

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Simo • extended_group • it
9
cordialità e ottima posizione
Pros:

Hotel in pieno cenro storico, con le camere sopra a dei ristoranti, ma grazie ai doppi vetri sono riuscita a dormire senza problemi. Il personale alla receptiion è stato molto carino e disponibile, consigliando i posti da visitare. Molto gentile anche la sig.ra che ci ha preparato la colazione.

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Georgy • family_with_children • fr
7
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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GlobalNavigator • family_with_children • us
9
Friendly and great location
Pros:

Location, super staff, fair value breakfast.

Cons:

Pretty small room, ac shut down for the season our first day, but they restarted it because it got warm. No elevator.

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Virginie • couple • fr
10
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Marzhan_Bexaryyeva • couple • kz
8
отлично
Pros:

номер чистый, кровать и подушки удобные.
персонал очень приветливый, дал нам распечатанную карту города, отметил так основные достопримечательности города, хорошие и не дорогие рестораны рядом.
взяли по предложению персонала завтрак за 6,5 евро, в целом остались довольны, поскольку в кафе рядом можно получить завтрак и по дороже. завтрак включал чай/кофе, апельсиновый сок (не свежевыжатый), йогурт/фруктовое пюре, круассан и свежий багет с маслом, джемом и медом.

Cons:

винтовая лестница не совсем удобна если у вас большой багаж.

2026-10-16 • via Nuitee
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Gonthier • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-10-15 • via Nuitee
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Nicolas • solo_traveller • fr
10
Hôtel simple , proche avec un personnel chaleureux et très bien placé !
Pros:

L’hôtel est très bien placé sur le vieux port Les Chambres sont propres et bien entretenues. Le personnel est agréable et souriant. J’ai été très bien accueilli. C’est la première fois que je rentre dans un hôtel et que je passe 1/2 heure à la réception à parler de ma passion avec le réceptionniste ! Clin d’œil au fan de Tennis! J’ai adoré 😊
Hôtel silencieux.
Petit déjeuner simple mais avec un bon rapport qualité-prix.

Cons:

Le rideau de douche et même si ce n’est pas gênant pour moi , attention pas d’ascenseur

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Garrett • family_with_children • ie
9
Pros:

Location, room at the front

Cons:

All fine

2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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DoudouFT • family_with_children • fr
7
2026-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Idoia • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

Está muy bien ubicado en el puerto viejo de La Rochelle y la verdad es que dormimos de maravilla. El personal fue muy amable.

Cons:

Pagué algo más por una habitación doble con vistas pero nos ubicaron en la habitación triple de la primera planta sin ninguna explicación. Aunque da al puerto, no tiene ninguna vista ya que queda a la altura de los árboles. Una pena, de haberlo sabido hubiera reservado la más económica. La habitación es muy pequeña, tanto que para pasar a uno de los lados de la cama rozas la pared, y está muy sucia del uso, deberían pintar y tal vez poner una cama 5cm más corta.

2026-10-13 • via Nuitee
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ERIC • couple • fr
10
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Edmond • couple • us
8
Overall comfortable, clean and welcoming for the price.
Pros:

Location. Near gare. Simple.

Cons:

Noise on the street through the night

2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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Serge • solo_traveller • fr
7
2026-10-12 • via Nuitee
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François • couple • fr
10
Séjour inoubliable !!!
Pros:

Accueil très chaleureux.
Hôtel idéalement placé.
Très bon rapport qualité/prix.
Très bon petit déjeuner.
Nous reviendrons avec grand plaisir.

2026-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Nora • family_with_children • ie
8
Perfect hotel in a central location
Pros:

Lovely hotel in a central location. Great room on a high floor with beautiful harbour view. Sandrine and Jean-Baptiste were a pleasure to deal with. Plenty of restaurants/cafes/bars close by.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee