our history
Hotel LES GENS DE MER
Located in the heart of La Rochelle, Hôtel Les Gens de Mer is ideally situated. Close to the train station, the Old Port and the Espace Encan, and just a stone's throw from the shops, this emblematic establishment is an integral part of the city's urban heritage.
Built in the 1960s by La Rochelle architect Pierre Grizet, it is a perfect illustration of the modern architecture of the time. Originally designed as a home for sailors, the building was transformed into a hotel at the end of the XXᵉ century. Now the Hôtel “Les Gens de Mer”, it was completely renovated in 2007.
Rated 2 stars, the hotel offers 48 comfortable rooms accessible by lift, a friendly bar with a licence IV, and two flexible seminar rooms, ideal for your business events.
Whether you're travelling for business or pleasure, our team will welcome you with professionalism 24/7. Always ready to listen, they will be delighted to share their best recommendations for discovering La Rochelle and the surrounding area.
Your stay
Our rooms tailored to your needs
Triple room
Duplex room
Twin room
Double room
Our 48 rooms, decorated in a “ship's cabin” style, are comfortable, quiet and bright. Our different room categories adapt to the needs of our guests. 34 double rooms, 6 twin rooms, 5 triple rooms (3 with terrace) and 3 duplex rooms.
Our services
Our services
to meet all your expectations
Your stay
Check-in 3pm / Check-out 11am
Luggage storage service available
Bar Licence IV
PARKING
Private, secure parking for 18 cars and bicycles. Parking spaces will be allocated at check-in.
Animals
Dogs are welcome - €10 per day per pet, they are not allowed to stay alone in the rooms.
WIFI
Free Wi-Fi connection and DTT flat-screen TV in rooms.
breakfast
Buffet breakfast between 6.30am and 10am on the ground floor and terrace in summer.
Seminars
ORGANISE YOUR MEETINGS by the sea
The Hôtel des Gens de Mer has two seminar rooms. Our teams are on hand to help you organise your business events.
Salle Malbert: 26 m2 - 19 pax
Salle Cousteau: 82 m2 - 49 pax
download the Groups & Seminars brochure
Tourism
Visit the Charente from the hotel Les gens de mer
La Rochelle is alive with emblematic events throughout the year, such as the Francofolies festival and the Grand Pavois boat show.
Renowned for its refined gastronomy, its Aquarium and its privileged location, La Rochelle offers easy access to exceptional sites such as the Ile de Ré, the Ile d'Oléron, the Marais Poitevin, the town of Rochefort and the famous Fort Boyard.
Dynamic and pleasant to live in all seasons, La Rochelle also appeals to cycling enthusiasts thanks to its network of cycle paths and the Vél'Odyssée, making it a pioneer in terms of ecology.
Access & contact
How do I get there?
- Railway station (300M)
- Bus to the islands of Ré and Aix (1h-1h30)
- Pier to Ile d'Oléron & Ile d'Aix (900m)
- A837 and Nationale N11
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Check-in
Arrivals are between 3.00 pm and 12.00 am.
Check-out
Departures are between 00:00 and 11H00