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Reviews of Hôtel Les Gens de Mer La Rochelle by Popinns** 2 stars

20, Avenue du Général de Gaulle, 17000 La Rochelle, France

#36 of 43 hotels in La Rochelle

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 194 hotel reviews

7.6

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.1

  • Comfort

    7.8

  • Location

    9.3

  • Facilities

    7.1

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    7.5

  • Free WiFi

    7.2

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  • Reviewed: 26 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Comfort Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There was a closed door between my room and a neighboring room, as if the two rooms could be laid together. This meant that the noise insulation, which wasn't very good anyway, was even reduced. And after showering, there was some water on the bathroom floor. Obviously the shower cubicle was not properly sealed. The dark furniture and the lighting created a somewhat dim impression at night. No problem during the day.

    The somewhat outdated mid-range hotel was less than a three-minute walk from the train station. The old port and thus also the city center of La Rochelle was surprisingly close, less than ten minutes' walk away. The hotel is somewhat hidden in concrete architecture. My navigation software thought that the hotel was permanently closed. This was wrong. I pointed this problem out at reception.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    8.0
    Great location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Minor thing - no red wine in the bar. Bedside light came on when hit by pillow due to light switches being on thd headboard!

    Very nice balcony with a view of the station clock tower. Friendly staff and good breakfast. Great location near bars, restaurants, aquarium and train station. Parking available on site (payable and recommend booking in advance). Small bar in hotel - good for 2 star.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    8.0
    Good choice for short stays.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Family Room (3 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night

    The room was really basic but ample for one night.

    Location was perfect, minutes from the train station and the city centre. The staff was pleasant and helpful. They had safe storage for bikes.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 7 May 2024

    7.0
    Overall good stay. Location fantastic
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Comfort Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The shower was small and not powerful

    The location is fabulous

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No point having a bar if it doesn't stock wine!

    Location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    8.0
    Great hotel, we will stay here again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Decor is a little dated.

    Excellent breakfast, location and very nice staff.

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    9.0
    Very comfortable and relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    So good to find a hotel so near the train station, with reception and a lift! A good location for the new town and the coast. Staff were very helpful

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 March 2024

    7.0
    Perfect for what I needed
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Het was prima, de douche is wel wat klein.

    Location was great! Staff was very helpful!

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 October 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Bed bugs in the blankets and very tiny room other then that good stay

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 4 October 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (3 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Although the pictures are accurate, the place is a bit tired. Could do with new mattresses, a coat of paint. But the friendly staff made up for it!

    We were there for one night - being close to the station was perfect. Also easy location to walk to the harbour and see the old pasts of the city.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 October 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Being charged extra to park

    The location was excellent

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 26 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Duplex Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Steep steps to family beds,lack of coffee facilities in the room.

    Pleasant staff and good location.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 September 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Friendly staff, excellent location, between train station and the old harbour. Hotel is a little dated but spotlesslyclean and well maintained. Street parking available in front of the hotel, about 10 Euros a day. Will happily stay again.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Hotel could use an upgrade, but clean and comfortable

    Okay continental breakfast. Fruit but no juice.Bread and croissants fresh. Coffee available. Staff friendly and helpful. Fantastic location near station and port. Room comfortable.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 12 September 2023

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing.

    Excellent location . Convenient ... well worth the price . Good breakfast .....

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    8.0
    Nice last Day of our 3 Weeks Bikepackingtrip from Starssburg to La Rochelle
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    We accidentally book 2 rooms and couldnt cancel one of them without paying the full fare.

    The Hotel is located close to the Trainstation and the Harbor. It has a Bikestorageroom. We arrived early and could store our Bikes and Lagguage in the Bikeroom

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 11 September 2023

    8.0
    A quiet inexpensive spot to visit the center of La Rochelle, old port.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    The building and the room is a bit old and worn out. There was no AC, so it could be hot. The bathroom is also old style.

    The hotel staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was quiet, the location was perfect.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 September 2023

    7.0
    Nice location but a bit pricy for what it gives
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Smal bed. Small bathroom. Small room. No airco.

    Nice trees out of the window, parking available at a fee. Nice to walk to the harbours.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 2 September 2023

    9.0
    Really enjoyed my stay. Near train station and bus routes. Would stay again.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Comfort Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No tea making facilities in rooms!

    Hotel and room were spotlessly clean. Staff very helpful and welcoming.Beside all facilities, restaurantts etc.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2023

    9.0
    Good value hotel, near station and old port.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Duplex Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Good location for us, very near the rail station and only a few minutes walk to the old town and the very lively old port. Friendly and helpful staff. Decor was ocean-themed. Good buffet breakfast. Ours was a duplex room with a steep connecting staircase.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    8.0
    Great location with friendly and helpful staff
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    nothing particular

    Great location close to the main town and train station. Parking was available at the train station if needed. I arrived Sunday and was able to park outside the hotel free of charge. Staff were very helpful and were available 24/7. very secure and quite hotel.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 August 2023

    7.0
    Very good. Awesome location.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Duplex Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The fridge shelves could be colder to keep the Iogurtes thicker. Breackfast was a bit expensive for the quality delivered.

    The Hotel was right in town centre. Very good location.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 August 2023

    7.0
    Suited my purposes for a short stay. Near all amenities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Comfort Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    No tea/coffee making facilities in rooms. No fridge in rooms.

    Location excellent. Staff helpful.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 22 August 2023

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (3 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Perfect location. Close to the train station, city centre, aquarium etc Lovely staff, good breakfast

    Stayed in August 2023

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