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Grand Hotel Francais

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar

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Lounge
Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking | Living area | Flat-screen TV, offices
Comfort Room, Accessible, Ground Floor | Floor plan
Lounge

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Laundry
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pet friendly

Explore the area

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12 Rue Du Temple, Bordeaux, NAQ, 33000
  • Place, Rue Sainte-Catherine
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Theatre of Bordeaux
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Place de la Bourse
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bordeaux (BOD-Merignac)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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xxx Superior Single xxx | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

xxx Superior Single xxx

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Superior Room, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking

  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Comfort Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Room, Accessible, Ground Floor | Floor plan

Comfort Room, Accessible, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Bordeaux

Located in Bordeaux City Centre, Grand Hotel Francais is adjacent to Place Gambetta and within a 5-minute walk of Les Grands Hommes. This 35-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like electric kettles, flat-screen TVs, and offices.

What's nearby

  • Rue Sainte-Catherine - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Grand Theatre of Bordeaux - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Bordeaux Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Place de la Bourse - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Place des Quinconces - 8 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Gambetta Tram Station - 1 min walk
  • Bordeaux-Benauge Station - 6 min drive
  • Merignac Airport (BOD) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Land & Monkeys - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪French House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Dijeaux - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Grand Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Montesquieu - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Francais

Victorian hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar
Guests of Grand Hotel Francais enjoy free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and free newspapers. Offsite parking is offered for a fee. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Additional amenities include laundry facilities and a reception hall.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Electric kettles, safes, and phones are other standard amenities.

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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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour offsite parking (EUR 20 per day); discounts available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 18 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Business center

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (90 inch wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Office
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 12 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Dogs and cats only
  • 1 total (22 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • 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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 18 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per day(1148 ft away; open 24 hours)
  • Pet fee: EUR 12 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers discounted parking nearby.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Due to national regulations, cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000 at this property. For additional details, contact the property using the contact information on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is 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

Frequently asked questions

What can I see around Grand Hotel Francais?

This hotel is situated in Bordeaux City Centre, just steps from Place Gambetta and Les Grands Hommes, and within a short walk of Rue Sainte-Catherine. You'll also find Place de la Comédie and Grand Theatre of Bordeaux less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Grand Hotel Francais?

No, there isn't parking at the hotel but you'll find nearby parking for EUR 20 per day (discounts available).

Does Grand Hotel Francais include a casino?

No, Grand Hotel Francais doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Grand Hotel Francais?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Grand Hotel Francais a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar and concierge services plus some guestrooms include city views.

Are there hot tubs at Grand Hotel Francais?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Grand Hotel Francais feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Grand Hotel Francais offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will Grand Hotel Francais allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Grand Hotel Francais for a fee of EUR 12 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Does Grand Hotel Francais have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Grand Hotel Francais?

The closest major airport to Grand Hotel Francais is Merignac Airport (BOD), which is 16 mi away (50 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Grand Hotel Francais?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy city or courtyard views.

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