Located in La Rochelle City Centre, Hotel François 1er is adjacent to La Rochelle Hotel de Ville and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Vieux Port. This 36-room, 3-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like 24-hour room service, a bar/lounge, and free in-room WiFi.
What's nearby
La Rochelle Hotel de Ville - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
La Rochelle Central Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Vieux Port - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
Tour St. Nicolas - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
Casino Barriere de La Rochelle - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
Getting around
La Rochelle Porte Dauphine Station - 12 min walk
La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) - 15 min drive
Restaurants
D'Jolly Artisan Glacier Patissier - 1 min walk
Crêperie la Bletterie - 4 min walk
Nonno Leo - 4 min walk
Café de la Paix - 3 min walk
Le Jardin Du Marché - 3 min walk
About this property
Hotel François 1er
Beaux Arts hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a bar
Guests of Hotel François 1er enjoy free WiFi in public areas, meeting rooms, and a computer station. Self parking is offered for EUR 20 per day. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, concierge services, and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a library, free newspapers, and a terrace.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include electric kettles, free newspapers, and safes. Housekeeping is available on request.
Secured, uncovered self parking on site (EUR 20 per day)
Limited onsite parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 14 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children
A bar/lounge
Things to do
Library
TV in common areas
Family friendly
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Business services
Computer station
Meeting rooms
Outdoors
Terrace
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Braille/raised signage
No elevator (single-level property)
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
More
3 floors
At least 80% lighting from LEDs
At least 80% of food locally-sourced
At least 80% organic food
Banquet hall
Beaux Arts architecture
Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
Biodegradable drinking straws available
Eco-friendly cleaning products used
Humane treatment of captive wild animals
No plastic coffee stirrers
No plastic drinking straws
No plastic soft drink bottles
No plastic water bottles
Reusable cups
Smoking not allowed
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Electric kettle
More
Bulk dispensers for toiletries
Cleaning products are eco-friendly
Desk
Eco-friendly toiletries
Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
Free daily newspapers
Heating
Individual decor
Individual furnishings
Iron/ironing board on request
Laptop workspace
LED lighting
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Water-efficient showers
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 6 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
This property welcomes pets for EUR 8 per pet, per night
Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
Guests can request a pet-friendly room by contacting 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 20.0 per day
Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 8.0 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 1.76 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 14.00 for adults and EUR 6.50 for children
Uncovered self parking fee: EUR 20 per day (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: EUR 8 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 8.0 per day
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 20.0 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Check-in: 3 PM
Check-out: 11:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply), along with a car charging station.
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.
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.
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
This property accepts credit cards and cash.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
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.
There are no elevators.
National rating
This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Is free cancellation available at Hotel François 1er?
Hotel François 1er provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel François 1er?
As of Dec 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel François 1er on Dec 13, 2025 start from $94.08, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
What is there to do near Hotel François 1er?
This hotel is situated in La Rochelle City Centre, just steps from La Rochelle Hotel de Ville and La Rochelle Central Market, and within a short walk of Vieux Port. You'll also find Bay of Biscay and Tour St. Nicolas less than a mile away.
Is parking available on site at Hotel François 1er?
Yes, secured parking is offered for EUR 20 per day with in/out privileges. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking, bicycle parking, and electric car charging are also available.
Does Hotel François 1er include a casino?
No, Hotel François 1er doesn't have a casino.
Is there an indoor pool at Hotel François 1er?
No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.
What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Hotel François 1er?
Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like around-the-clock room service and premium bedding as well as a bar.
Are there hot tubs at Hotel François 1er?
No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.
Does Hotel François 1er have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?
Hotel François 1er offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.
Does Hotel François 1er allow pets to stay free of charge?
Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Hotel François 1er for a fee of EUR 8 per pet, per night.
Are there connecting rooms at Hotel François 1er?
No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.
How far is the airport from Hotel François 1er?
The closest major airport to Hotel François 1er is La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré), which is 4.7 mi away (15 minutes by car).
Are there rooms with balconies at Hotel François 1er?
No, at Hotel François 1er, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.