Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel with bar/lounge, near Place de la Bourse

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Exterior detail
Lounge
Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking | Living area | Flat-screen TV, offices
Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Lounge
In the heart of Bordeaux City Centre, Best Western Grand Hotel Francais offers a charming retreat with dry cleaning services and a business center. Enjoy in-room WiFi, unwind at the snack bar or explore nearby Place de la Bourse and Rue Sainte-Catherine. Helpful staff have earned top marks from previous guests.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Childcare
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pet friendly
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service
  • Room service
  • Babysitting
  • Business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting services
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Blackout drapes/curtains

Room options

Superior Room, Balcony

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

xxx Superior Single xxx

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Room, Mobility Accessible, Ground Floor

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
12 Rue Du Temple, Bordeaux, NAQ, 33000

What's nearby

  • Rue Sainte-Catherine - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grand Theatre of Bordeaux - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bordeaux Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Place de la Bourse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Place des Quinconces - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Merignac Airport (BOD) - 50 min drive
  • Bordeaux-Benauge Station - 6 min drive
  • Cauderan-Merignac Station - 8 min drive
  • Cenon Station - 8 min drive
  • Gambetta Tram Station - 1 min walk
  • Grand Theatre Tram Station - 4 min walk
  • Hôtel de Ville Tram Stop - 6 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Grand Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Montesquieu - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Quick - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Dijeaux - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪L'Alchimiste - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western

Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western offers a great location, putting you within just a 10-minute walk of Rue Sainte-Catherine and Place de la Bourse. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. This eco-certified hotel is also within a short drive of Cité du Vin and Bordeaux Exhibition Center. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff. The property is just a short walk to public transportation: Gambetta Tram Station is steps away and Grand Theatre Tram Station is 4 minutes.

Languages

Arabic, Chinese (Mandarin), English, French, Spanish

More about this property

VISIBILITY

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 35 rooms
    • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • Babysitting

Pets

    • Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 1 total, up to 22 lbs per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Restrictions apply*
    • Food and water bowls available

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Offsite parking nearby (EUR 20 per day; discounts available)

Other information

    • Smoke-free property
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Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting services

Working away

  • Business center
  • 3 meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Reception hall
  • Victorian architecture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Elevator door width (inches): 90
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

ROOM

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Climate-controlled air conditioning and heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Office
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe

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Special features

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

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Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.45 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 18 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for EUR 50.0 per day

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees
  • Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 12 per pet (may vary based on length of stay)

Parking

  • Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 20 per day (1148 ft away; open 24 hours)

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club
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.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Also known as

Grand Hotel Francais
Francais Ex Best Bordeaux
Best Western Grand Hotel Francais
Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western Hotel
Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western Bordeaux
Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western Hotel Bordeaux

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Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western?

Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total and maximum weight of 22 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 12 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western?

No, unfortunately, but there's discounted parking nearby.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Barriere Casino Theatre (8-min drive) is nearby.

What's the area around Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western like?

Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western is in Bordeaux City Centre, a short 1-minute walk from Gambetta Tram Station and 4 minutes' walk from Rue Sainte-Catherine.

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Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was consistently described as excellent, good, and delicious by multiple guests. (14 reviews)
  • The property staff provided great recommendations on local restaurants and dining options. (3 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

It was lovely hotel, very central and quiet. Staff and reception were very friendly and helpful. I would recommend this hotel.
Aisling, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay in Bordeaux

Lovely hotel and staff. Warm welcome on arrival. Very helpful with restaurant recommendations and with arranging taxis. The hotel was very clean and very comfortable. The hotel bar was excellent. Location was superb - well situated in relation to attractions. Additionally it was very quiet
Richard, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a wonderful location, a quiet street and still an easy walk to everything. The room was lovely and the staff was very kind and helpful since we had extra time before check-in and a late train the following day. Will definitely be back!
Robert, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Fantastic location - everything is within walking distance! Very friendly and service-minded staff. Superior room with balcony was nice but a bit on the small side. Ok breakfast.
Hilde B, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Vacation in Bordeaux.

We had a wonderful stay. The hotel staff are excellent and willing to help make your stay more comfortable in any way they can. They provide maps of the area and also sell Tram passes at the front desk to make it easy to get around the city. The breakfast was delicious. We would definitely stay here again.
Cherilyn, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fine hotel

Very friendly and helpful welcome. Nice hotel in excellent location. Only complaint: A/C didn’t work well.
William, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is really beautiful outside. We booked last minute and could not complain. Staff were nice too and great location for going out
Rosalind, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent staff very friendly with our dog. Well done
christopher, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel in a great location. Fabulous staff and bartender! Would definitely stay again.
Becky, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location. Staff was great and always attentive. The bar was absolutely outstanding mixology spot.
Stefan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We had a wonderful stay at this centrally located hotel. The hotel is located in a pedestrian area close to great shopping, dining, public transportation options are within a short walk. Staff was friendly, caring and helpful. Special thanks to Malika, who was very caring and helpful. Parking is available close by although it is a tight one. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and recommend highly.
Walter, 4-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place
Lev, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

The frendlieness
Hannah, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location

Great location, nice room but quite small, great shower
R, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very central clean and welcoming
marc moshe, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great for sight seeing and very comfy rooms

Small hotel, great friendly service with a good breakfast. Small hotel in the middle of Bordeaux, walking distance from all. They arranged a daily taxi for us as being in that part of the city, It is hard to get an uber. Would definitely stay agian.
Harvey, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely hotel in a great part of the old town in Bordeaux. The staff were very helpful
Leanne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel and location.
Svetlana, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and cocktail bar
Mark, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

location and service very good.
STEFFENDANIEL, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

The comfort room is small but fine for a short stay. Central location tram tickets can be bought at the hotel with reductions available for local attractions. Lots of restaurants in the area.
Janet, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel tucked away on a quiet street in a bustling part of town. Has a great hotel bar.
Tonya, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Weekend in Bordeaux

Great location and friendly staff. Lovely cocktail bar.
William, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay. Highly recommend
Jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location! Does the job.

Great location.
Leonardo Jr., 3-night trip