In the heart of La Rochelle City Centre, Vieux Port offers an inviting retreat with a rooftop terrace and serene garden. Unwind at the bar or discover new reads in the library. With multilingual staff, express check-in and out, guests can enjoy a seamless stay.
20 Avenue Du General De Gaulle, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime, 17000
What's nearby
L'Espace Encan de La Rochelle - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Aquarium La Rochelle - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Tour St. Nicolas - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Vieux Port - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
La Rochelle Hotel de Ville - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) - 21 min drive
La Rochelle Station - 3 min walk
La Jarrie Station - 16 min drive
La Rochelle Porte Dauphine Station - 24 min walk
Restaurants
Le Pompon - 4 min walk
Belle du Gabut - 5 min walk
Amiral Café - 4 min walk
Le Verre Luisant - 4 min walk
Les P'tits Loups - 4 min walk
About this property
Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle
Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 5-minute walk of Bay of Biscay. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available daily. Other highlights include a terrace and a garden.
At a glance
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Hotel size
48 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in/out available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, up to 22 lbs per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Onsite parking available only on request
Onsite self parking (EUR 17 per night)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Onsite parking limited
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Other information
Smoke-free property
No alcohol allowed onsite
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–10 AM
Bar/lounge
What to do
Beach nearby
Working away
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Garden
Library
Reception hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Raised toilet seat
Grab bar near toilet
Stair-free path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
More
Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
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 1.10 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 10 for adults and EUR 6 for children
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 8.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 8 per pet, per night
Parking
Self parking costs EUR 17 per night
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
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.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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
Gens Mer Hotel Rochelle
Gens Mer Rochelle
Gens Mer Rochelle Hotel
Gens Mer Hotel
Gens Mer
Les Gens Mer Rochelle Rochelle
Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle Hotel
Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle La Rochelle
Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle Hotel La Rochelle
Frequently asked questions
Does Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a maximum weight of 22 lbs per pet. There's a charge of EUR 8 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle?
Yes. Self parking costs EUR 17 per night. Parking spots may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-in and check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Barriere de La Rochelle (9-min drive) and Casino de Châtelaillon (16-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle and nearby?
Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle has a garden.
What's the area around Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle like?
Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle is a short 3-minute walk from La Rochelle Station and 3 minutes' walk from Bay of Biscay.
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Reviews
Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle Reviews
8.0
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
8.4
Cleanliness
8.8
Location
8.4
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
Reviews
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 31, 2025
Really good location
Mark
Mark, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Jul 23, 2024
good breakfast, nice staff, but quite old fashioned and tiny rooms,
Erik
Erik, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 16, 2025
Hotel was in a perfect location for central La Rochelle. Room was suitable for what we needed. Hotel front and rooms were dated and in need of some TLC although good value for money and just a base so no issues.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 8, 2024
Short stay in La Rochelle
Good night stay in this hotel close to the action. Older place with nice staff, good breakfast for 10 euros. The mattress was not very comfortable and the wifi accessible only in the common places. Reasonable price, was really ok.
Diane
Diane, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 19, 2025
I recently stayed in this hotel for four nights. The location is superb, I arrived by train, as it is less than five minutes walk from station, and less than five minutes walk to the town which is full of great bars and restaurants and many interesting buildings to look at. The staff are very friendly, mostly English speaking. The room was very comfortable, and my balcony view was some trees. The optional breakfast was very good value. The bathroom was clean and practical. I would definitely recommend this hotel to anyone visiting La Rochelle.
Mark
Mark, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 20, 2024
Great? Close to everything
judith
judith, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Aug 3, 2025
Nice location, very small room and no AC !
Bathroom old and sealant dirty of shower….
Jimmy
Jimmy, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 7, 2024
l
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FABIEN
FABIEN, 1-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Apr 3, 2023
Friendly staff but buiding needs upgrading
The building is dsted and needs upgrading. The rioms are too small
Antonio
Antonio, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 11, 2026
Hôtel bien pour une escale. Un petit coup de rafraîchissement au niveau de la décoration et équipements serait un plus.
maxime
maxime, 2-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
May 6, 2026
Hotellet ligger lugnt och fint nära både station, vattnet och de centrala delarna av staden. Återkommer gärna hit.
Eva
Eva, 2-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 28, 2026
Séjour de 3 nuits ; accueil impeccable, il y a toujours eu quelqu'un à la réception et l'hôtel m'a prêté une rallonge électrique dont j'avais besoin.
L'hôtel est très bien situé : proche de la gare SNCF et du centre ville.
PIERRE
PIERRE, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Apr 20, 2026
répond à l'attente que j'avais
sebastien
sebastien, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 16, 2026
L'hébergement très bien situé, 200m de la gare et 500 m du port qui est l'attraction principal de La Rochelle. Le personnel très sympathique, souriant et dévoué. Très bon petit-déjeuner, variés avec des fruits frais et de saison. Le prix reste très raisonnable, je vous le recommande.
Jalibert
Jalibert, 2-night trip
Verified
6/10 Good
Apr 15, 2026
Hôtel vétuste… il est désagréable de sentir que même un coup de peinture dans la chambre est trop difficile pour rendre l endroit plus propre… dans son jus mais pas beau jus. Repris il y a plus d un an peut être une rénovation complète est prévue?? Aujourd’hui ça sent que l hôte est une vache à lait. Dommage ça pourrait être top.
Ulric
Ulric, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jan 22, 2026
Vieillot
Jerome
Jerome, 1-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 26, 2025
Personnel super sympa et adorable . Heureusement car ils ont rattrapé la bêtise et l'incompétence d'hôtel.com
DAVID
DAVID, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Oct 3, 2025
Très bon accueil, lieu bien situe
Quintard
Quintard, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 31, 2025
tres bon hotel, petit dejeuner correct et personnel accueillant à conseiller bien evidemment
Monia
Monia, 4-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
Bra läge vid hamnen och gamla stan
Jättebra läge bredvid hamnen. Trevlig personal ganska enkel frukost.
Håkan
Håkan, 1-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 22, 2025
Bonne situation, et personnel attentionné
L’emplacement de cet hôtel est idéal pour les courts séjours. Le personnel de jour et de nuit est prévenant. Cependant, il semble préférable de réserver directement auprès de l’hôtel et non via la plateforme ‘hôtels’ qui ne met pas à jour les disponibilités. Le personnel en sera davantage gratifié, vous aurez plus de chances d’être logés dans la partie la plus récente de l’établissement, et vos souhaits initiaux seront alors honorés sans mauvaise surprise, notamment si vous sélectionnez les chambres twin qui y sont rares.
thomas
thomas, 3-night trip
Verified
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 17, 2025
Hôtel situé à 2 pas de la gare, accueil sympathique, petit déjeuner agréable à prendre en extérieur. Lors de mon prochain séjour à La Rochelle, ce sera mon hôtel
Nathaniel
Nathaniel, 3-night trip
Verified
8/10 Very good
Aug 10, 2025
Es ist ein gutes bahnhofnahes Hotel mit sehr kleiner Duschkabine.
Ralf
Ralf, 1-night trip
Verified
4/10 Fair
Jul 6, 2025
Smale senger og ingen aircondition!
Hotellet lå sentralt, men usedvanlig dårlig standard og slitent hotell. Ingen aircondition og svært smale senger.