Located in the heart of La Rochelle City Centre, Hôtel Le Champlain offers a tranquil retreat. Relax on the garden's greenery or unwind with a good book from the library, while staying connected with free in-room WiFi. With a coffee shop and helpful multilingual staff, guests have praised this upscale hotel for its attentive service.
30 Rue Rambaud, La Rochelle, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, 17000
What's nearby
Natural History Museum - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
La Rochelle Central Market - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
La Rochelle Hotel de Ville - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Vieux Port - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
L'Espace Encan de La Rochelle - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Getting around
La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) - 12 min drive
Bordeaux (BOD-Merignac) - 115 min drive
La Rochelle Porte Dauphine Station - 9 min walk
Chatelaillon-Plage Station - 18 min drive
La Rochelle Station - 22 min walk
Restaurants
D'Jolly - 5 min walk
Brasserie de La Poste - 8 min walk
Le Bistrot des Bonnes Femmes - 5 min walk
Yamato - 4 min walk
Café Elgoz - 6 min walk
About this property
Hôtel Le Champlain
Hôtel Le Champlain puts you in a great location, within a short 10-minute walk of La Rochelle Hotel de Ville and Charruyer Park. Guests indulge in massages, then grab a bite to eat at the coffee shop/cafe. Other features include a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a terrace. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
39 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only, 2 total, up to 24 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Pets must be supervised
Food and water bowls and off-lead area available
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
No on-site parking
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) 7:00 AM–10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.
Dining
Bar du Champlain – On-site cocktail bar.
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.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.75 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 per person
Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 40 (subject to availability)
Late checkout can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 40 (subject to availability)
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.
Also known as
Hôtel Le Champlain Hotel
Hôtel Le Champlain La Rochelle
Hôtel Le Champlain Hotel La Rochelle
Frequently asked questions
Does Hôtel Le Champlain offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hôtel Le Champlain 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 that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hôtel Le Champlain?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 24 kg per pet. There's a charge of EUR 20 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Dog exercise areas and food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Hôtel Le Champlain?
Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Hôtel Le Champlain.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hôtel Le Champlain?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 4:00 AM. There's a charge of EUR 40 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 40 (subject to availability).
Is there an on-site casino at Hôtel Le Champlain?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Barriere de La Rochelle (19-min walk) and Casino de Châtelaillon (15-min drive) are both nearby.
What is there to do at Hôtel Le Champlain and nearby?
Hôtel Le Champlain has spa services and a garden.
What's the area around Hôtel Le Champlain like?
Hôtel Le Champlain is in La Rochelle City Centre, a short 9-minute walk from La Rochelle Porte Dauphine Station and 10 minutes' walk from Bay of Biscay.
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Reviews
Hôtel Le Champlain Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4
Cleanliness
9.0
Location
9.4
Staff & service
9.0
Property conditions & facilities
Guest review summary
What guests liked
Breakfast was good and accommodating for guests with dietary restrictions. (4 reviews)
Convenient and affordable parking options were readily available nearby. (4 reviews)
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10/10 Exceptional
27 Mar 2026
Super hotel + service
CAROLINA
CAROLINA, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Mar 2026
Easy walking distance from the train and into the main town area. Rooms were lovely and staff was very kind and responsive.
Raelene
Raelene, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 Feb 2026
The hotel was beautiful and clean! The staff was very helpful and friendly. We had drinks at the hotel bar and it was lovely! I would say the location is great!
Lisa
Lisa, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Oct 2025
The staff was excellent and the hotel was lovely
Heather
Heather, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Oct 2025
Beautiful hotel with very friendly staff in convenient neighborhood of La Rochelle.
Alison
Alison, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
8 Sept 2025
Lovely property and a fantastic breakfast. Fantastic location to explore La Rochelle
Gary
Gary, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
17 Sept 2025
Perfect for a stay in La Rochelle.
Great Hotel & staff. In a excellent location.
SEAMUS
SEAMUS, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Apr 2025
Was a great location and staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Stacey
Stacey, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
31 May 2025
Very good hotel, e
Tom
Tom, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov 2024
Lovely hotel just in a great location for the town centre
Parking is not far in the main square
Nigel
Nigel, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
16 Jun 2025
Loved this hotel, easy to park in the town square underground car park and 2 min walk to the Hotel. Very welcoming staff and beautiful room. Easy walk around the local area with a map provided by the staff, felt very much at ease there.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
31 Jul 2025
Lovely La Rochelle
A lovely grand building that is fairly central. This was the first time that we visited La Rochelle which was fab and well worth a stay
kevin
kevin, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
7 Apr 2024
Friendly staff and very clean room.
Jerry
Jerry, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Jul 2024
Beautiful old hotel.
Kathleen
Kathleen, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 Aug 2024
We had a great time: lovely room, in a beautiful building with really interesting shops and restaurants nearby. Very simple to get to by car and easy municipal parking.
Fergus
Fergus, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
23 Aug 2025
Really lovely old hotel in a quiet spot just outside La Rochelle’s old town. Everything’s within walking distance, which made it very convenient. Our room on the second floor was big, clean, and comfortable, with a street view. The garden out back is a great place to relax. We didn’t use the spa or restaurant, but the reception staff were helpful throughout our stay.
Andy
Andy, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Oct 2025
Very nice breakfast with lots of choices. Also enjoyed the bar at the hotel, the bartender made wonderful espresso martinis!
The room was very nice but not very soundproof. It is not the hotels fault but we did have very noisy neighbours which made it difficult to sleep our first night.
Debbie
Debbie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
21 Apr 2025
Really beautiful hotel in a great area. Our room was quiet and spacious, and the bed was really comfortable. High ceilings, discrete decor and well appointed bathroom.
The car park was a public one, about 200 meters away from the hotel, but was reasonably priced and very secure.
Heather
Heather, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
2 Aug 2025
Wonderful stay
Great central location. Comfy bed. Fantastic friendly staff without exception. Extremely welcoming and great touch of dog bowls and biscuits. Some TLC needed in parts but overall stunning. Amazing breakfast for a celiac. The only drawback is no onsite secure parking but there is plentiful public parking only 90 seconds walk away.
Kristian
Kristian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
10 Jul 2023
We had a wonderful stay in Hotel Le Champlain for our wedding anniversary. Beautiful hotel in a great location and Jean and the staff couldn't have been more welcoming and helpful. Thoroughly recommend staying here if you're visiting La Rochelle.
Simon
Simon, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 Jul 2024
We had a wonderful stay at the hotel. It is beautiful and our room was fabulous looking out onto an amazing garden. The staff were lovely and very helpful. We look forward to visit there again
Mary
Mary, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
1 Aug 2022
Friendly hotel with plenty of character. Rooms where large with high ceilings which we like. Beds were very comfortable.
Would stay there again.
Wayne
Wayne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
3 Sept 2025
We really liked this hotel. Location was pretty central and there is a public car park very close by. All the staff were very lovely. Breakfast was good. We were given a room upgrade to one with a balcony, which was great. The walk to the seafront wasn't too far. The only suggestion was that it would have been nice for the hotel to have made more use of its courtyard garden (maybe some outdoor lights for the evening).
Overall a lovely hotel and we had a very good stay.
Dawn
Dawn, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
20 Dec 2023
Great staff and very convenient location. Hotel ambiance very luxurious. Loved it!
Silvana
Silvana, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 Oct 2023
Highly recommended !
We had a wonderful 2 night stay in Hotel Le Champlain. An exceptional hotel with very friendly staff. Perfect central location too. Highly recommended.