Hôtel du Phare

2.0 star property
Beach hotel near Ouistreham Beach

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Exterior
Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, bed sheets
Reception
Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, bed sheets

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
10 Place du Général de Gaulle, Ouistreham, 14150
  • Ouistreham Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Casino Barriere
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Cabourg Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Caen (CFR-Carpiquet)
    ‪22 min drive‬

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Room options

Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq ft
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Bathtub

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 25 sq ft
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Large Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Ouistreham

Located 1 mi (1.6 km) from Ouistreham Beach, Hôtel du Phare is within a 15-minute drive of other popular attractions like Caen Castle. This 19-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and coffee/tea in a common area.

What's nearby

  • Museum of the Atlantic Wall - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ouistreham Beach - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Casino Barriere - 18 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Sword Beach - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Cabourg Beach - 17 min drive - 10.2 miles

Getting around

  • Caen Station - 21 min drive
  • Caen (CFR-Carpiquet) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Le Phare - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪L'Accostage - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Les Cabines - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪La Marine - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Hôtel du Phare

Beach hotel near Ouistreham Beach
At Hôtel du Phare, guests have access to free WiFi in public areas, coffee in a common area, and free newspapers. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. This beach hotel also has a terrace.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels. Desks and free toiletries are also standard.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Brasserie le Phare

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

More

  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from noon - 11:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and key retrieval information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), key retrieval

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 5 per pet, per day
  • Dogs and cats only
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals exempt from fees

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 0.90 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 9 for adults and EUR 9 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 5 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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
Minimum Spring Break check-in age is 18 years old
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • The minimum check-in age for Spring Break is 18 years old.
  • This property accepts credit cards and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.

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.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hôtel Phare Ouistreham
Hôtel Phare
Phare Ouistreham
Hôtel du Phare Hotel
Hôtel du Phare Ouistreham
Hôtel du Phare Hotel Ouistreham

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Hôtel du Phare?

Hôtel du Phare offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hôtel du Phare?

As of Jun 27, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hôtel du Phare on Jul 7, 2025 start from $111.52, 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 can I see close to Hôtel du Phare?

This hotel is located in Ouistreham, a short 19-minute walk from Casino Barriere and also 20 minutes on foot from Ouistreham Beach. You'll also find Museum of the Atlantic Wall and Centre Equestre de Ouistreham less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Hôtel du Phare?

Yes, there is electric car charging available.

Does Hôtel du Phare feature a casino?

No, Hôtel du Phare doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hôtel du Phare?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Hôtel du Phare a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like a bar plus some guestrooms include sea views and separate bathtubs and showers.

Are there hot tubs at Hôtel du Phare?

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

Does Hôtel du Phare have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Hôtel du Phare serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Brasserie le Phare.

Does Hôtel du Phare allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at Hôtel du Phare for a fee of EUR 5 per pet, per day. The property also provides food and water bowls.

Are there connecting rooms at Hôtel du Phare?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Hôtel du Phare?

The closest major airport to Hôtel du Phare is Caen (CFR-Carpiquet), which is 14.6 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Deauville (DOL-Normandie), which is around 19.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Hôtel du Phare?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hôtel du Phare.

Hôtel du Phare Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 183 out of 419 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 146 out of 419 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 419 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 419 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 21 out of 419 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

ANTHONY

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Restaurant in the past was great but on this visit service was slow mussels very poor. Will try another hotel next time.

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good for overnight stopover close to all amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Geoffrey

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris, Leighton Buzzard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We use this property as it is convenient for the ferry terminal. There are also restaurants nearby, so there is a choice for the evening. Polite, efficient check in and room is perfectly adequate for what we want and what we have paid.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness

Fine for a night, but dated.

We booked a room for one night. It is a quiet place to get some rest. The room was small and older. The bathroom was small, with a tiny shower and a soap dispenser near the sink for all washing purposes. We were assigned a top floor (attic) room with pitched ceilings, so one must watch where they are walking at night. The bed was comfortable, but rather small for two people. Altogether, the place wasn't particularly pretty, but a decent place to rest. The property offers a buffet breakfast for €9 per person, which we did not avail ourselves of.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Overnight at Ouistreham

Ideal for an overnight stay before catching ferry next morning
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Great location for visiting D day locations. Restaurant perfect with great food. Our first visit to France and hit gold with this hotel.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property I used for convenience for Ferry terminal. 5 minutes away. Rooms have everything you need. Bar restaurant seating outside. Staff speak English. Breakfast additional cost. Meals very good with fast service. Definitely use this hotel for future visits.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Real France

Great choice for the ferry
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
5 minutes from Ferry terminal. Breakfast and evening meal at additional cost. Perfect location. Will use again for Future bookings.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

3rd time stay here

Clean basic rooms, excellent restaurant. Superb for stayover after or before ferry crossing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

William

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Christopher

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Old,falling apart,musty smelling. No lift
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Robert

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
No lift only narrow stairs. WiFi only available in the reception area at times. No hot water available on three separate occasions. Worst continental breakfast ever had. Constantly asking for breakfast items to be replenished. No safe, fridge or tea or coffee facilities in the room. A certain member of staff extremely rude and abrupt [ others very good ].
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ian

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A great location!

Stayed here several times for one night durations only but it is convenient, clean and friendly. The restaurant has a great choice and the food is great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed twice - on ferry in and out trips Reception service the worst I have ever had in France On first trip the hotel car parking was closed off due to local fete. We went to reception to ask what to do and got Gallic shrug - it will be opened when the fireworks end. Went back later and still nothing except same shrug. After a local policeman helped us get into the park and we finally got in at just before 11.30. Dumped bags and when down to get a drink and waiter sad at 11.31 "closed" even though they were still serving existing guests. Pointed out we were residents and got "Fermee" with no hint of help. As we were booked to go back on return I thought we would give them another chance. Car Park was full - asked were to go and got a point to municipal park and same shrug. He did however recognise the booking and got key. The phone then rang and he spent a considerable time negociating a new booking leaving me standing there. There is no lift (we knew that) but no effort or offer to help with luggage up steep stairs even though I was walking with 2 sticks. AVOID HOTEL DU PHARE AT ALL COSTS
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Briony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful, great for late night ferry arrivals

We checked in just as the clock turned 11pm (it took all that time to get through passport control off the ferry), and thankfully the reception was still open. The man who welcomed us spoke good enough English, but allowed me to speak bad French to him! We parked in the municipal carpark opposite, which is free at that time of night, until 9am. We had to pay visitor's tax for all our party (not just the adults, as Hotels.com states), but it's only 90 cents per person. Our triple room was up two flights of quite easy stairs, and was delightful. Because of the layout, we had quite a lot of space for our bags. The room was presented beautifully, and was really clean and welcoming. It was double aspect, and had views of the lighthouse, ferry, and canal; despite this, it wasn't noisy in the morning. The shower room was very small, so this wouldn't be the room for you if you are of a larger size! We didn't eat at the hotel, as I favour the boulangerie in town for a first day's breakfast. We enjoyed our stay, and I'd absolutely stay here again in the future. I'd like to stay for longer.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Julie

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel right in the port with parking directly outside / perfect for an early ferry
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Dennis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Property was convenient for ferry. Rooms were clean and linen fresh. Facilities were dated and could do with a refresh. Relatively quiet at back of hotel despite its prominent position between two roads.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly, helpful staff. Excellent location for ferry port.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024