Le Champlain Hotel - La Rochelle (Charente-Maritime)

4-star former convent hotel with a French formal garden in La Rochelle

Historic Setting & Garden

Hotel Le Champlain La Rochelle occupies a restored 17th-century convent, offering spacious air-conditioned rooms with high ceilings. The property has a French formal garden with outdoor furniture, a picnic area, and a sun terrace for relaxation. Guests can access the garden from ground-floor suites, which open directly onto the greenery.

Rooms & In-Room Facilities

Le Champlain La Rochelle's rooms include Standard, Superior, Deluxe, and Prestige categories, some with garden views or balconies. Each room has a flat-screen cable TV, air conditioning, and soundproofing for quiet rest. Select rooms offer separate sitting areas, and the hotel provides daily housekeeping, laundry, and dry cleaning services.

Dining & Bar

Breakfast at Hotel Champlain La Rochelle includes fresh pastries, hot dishes like scrambled eggs, and a gourmet brunch with classic and exotic dishes. The on-site bar serves a selection of drinks, including Pineau des Charentes, in the garden or the lounge. Snack platters and wine/champagne are available, with breakfast delivered to rooms upon request.

Wellness & On-Site Services

The spa and wellness centre at Le Champlain La Rochelle provides full body, couples, and back massages using sea-based treatments. A spa lounge/relaxation area with sun umbrellas is available for guests. The hotel also offers bicycle rental, a shared lounge/TV area, and 24-hour multilingual reception with concierge service.

Location & Pet-Friendly Policy

Hotel Le Champlain La Rochelle sits opposite Parc Charruyer, a 5-minute walk from the Old Port and 10 minutes from La Rochelle Aquarium. Dogs are welcome with pet bowls provided, and guests can use the public parking at Place de Verdun (90 seconds away). The property also has wheelchair-accessible rooms and a lift to all floors.

• Historic: Restored 17th-century convent with original architecture
• Garden: French formal garden with terrace and picnic area
• Rooms: Prestige suites opening onto the garden
• Dining: Gourmet brunch with hot dishes and exotic options
• Wellness: Spa with sea-based massages and relaxation lounge
• Pet-Friendly: Dogs allowed with bowls and easy garden access
• Location: Opposite Parc Charruyer, 5 min from Old Port