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The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes

3.0 star property
Hotel in Saintes with free parking

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Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 11.90 per person)
1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included

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6 Rue Du Docteur Rene Laennec, Saintes, Charente-Maritime, 17100
  • Saintes Amphitheatre
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Saintes Golf
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Saintes Cathedral
    ‪4 min drive‬

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Room options

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Comfort Twin Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Comfort Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Comfort Double Room, Mobility Accessible | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Comfort Double Room, Mobility Accessible

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Family Triple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Comfort Double Room | 1 bedroom, desk, soundproofing, free cribs/infant beds

Comfort Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Saintes

The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes places you within a mile (2 km) of Saintes Amphitheatre and Saint-Eutrope Church. This 38-room, 3-star hotel has a bar/lounge, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Saintes Amphitheatre - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Saintes Golf - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Saint-Eutrope Church - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Saintes Cathedral - 4 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Abbaye aux Dames - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles

Getting around

  • Saintes Station - 9 min drive
  • La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪La Boucherie Café - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪New Royal Saintes - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Kiosque A Pizzas Intermarché les Boiffiers - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lilo - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes

Hotel in Saintes with free parking
Guests of The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes enjoy free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and express check-in. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with tours or tickets, and offer advice about sights and eateries nearby. Additional amenities include free newspapers and a garden.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Coffee makers, phones, and desks are also standard.

Languages

English, French

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; EUR 11.90 for adults and EUR 8.90 for children
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 753 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Express check-in available
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 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
If planning to arrive after check-in hours, guests should contact the property in advance to receive check-in instructions.

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between December 22 and January 7.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for EUR 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 12 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 15.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 1.50 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 11.90 for adults and EUR 8.90 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 15.0 per night

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; cash is not accepted
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-9:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours, and checking in is easy with express services. Driving? This property offers free self parking, along with RV, bus, and truck parking.

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.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

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

Comfort Hotel Saintes
Comfort Saintes
Comfort Hotel Saintes
The Originals City Hôtel des Arènes Saintes
The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes Hotel
The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes Saintes
The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes Hotel Saintes

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes?

The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes?

As of Jul 21, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes on Aug 20, 2025 start from $73.99, 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 The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes?

This hotel is located in Saintes within a short 19-minute walk of Saintes Amphitheatre. You'll also find Saintes Cathedral and Saint-Eutrope Church within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and RV/bus/truck parking are also available for guests.

Does The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes feature a casino at the property?

No, The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes?

Amenities at this hotel that appeal to couples include a bar and a garden.

Are there hot tubs at The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes offers buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge though there is no restaurant.

Will The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes for a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per night.

Does The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Are there rooms with balconies at The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes?

No, at The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

The Originals City, Hôtel des Arènes, Saintes Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 87 out of 243 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 115 out of 243 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 243 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 243 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 243 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Welch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pity no restaurant for evening meal
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Glenn

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Norman

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

4/10 Poor

Jimmy

Disliked: Room comfort

Snoring. Boring. Thin A** Towels.

The check-in was done through a 'key ATM' outside the building. The area was very weird and there were people hanging out in the parking lot. There were ZERO hotel staff anywhere in sight. We checked in through an ATM and it dispensed our key. The room was incredibly small and the towels and other items were thin and cheap. We were literally just stopping for 6-8hrs of sleep on a longer drive up to Paris...so it is what it is. But it was a sketchy hotel. We could hear the guy in the next room snoring through paper thin walls. We heard him through our headboard on the other side of the wall. My wife had to turn on a noise machine on her phone for us to fall asleep.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well and safely run in the current difficult circumstances
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ian, Durham UK

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming, clean, comfortable and efficiently run. First class and friendly staff. Breakfast was lovely in the current circumstances. We would certainly use it again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

ronald

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

One night stay Saintes

The room was not really what you should expect for the rating of the hotel. At the window area, behind curtains there were several places with mold. The lady behind the reception was very correct and friendly but she was walking on crocs… Not really representative. The wifi did not work most of the time. The beds however where small but slept surprisingly well. Everything in the room was old fashioned...
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

4/10 Poor

Robert

Business traveler
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There are just no words to explain the degree to which the place was dirty.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

6/10 Okay

David

Business traveler

Good

Fine for price range!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

2/10 Terrible

Charles

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

Crap pricing and service by Hotel.com. really upse

Really upset with hotel.com for inflating the price over just arriving and checking in. hotels.com inflated the price by 22% ... I thought they were supposed to use their position to reduce prices... Beware of liars and cheats
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

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

Quiet location

Quiet location. Watch out for the wild rabbits on the lawn
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Basic hotel,clean,friendly good parking just right for overnight stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

martine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely clean hotel. Staff were very nice and most helpful. Location not very good for access to Saintes town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

8/10 Good

Paul

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

Good Property, Good Price

For the price, this is a perfectly acceptable hotel. No complaints from me at all. Easy to find and easy parking for the motorcycle in front of the hotel. Breakfast was good and the room was comfortable and clean, albeit a bit small. Definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 1 night in May 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Value hotel near city center. Friendly staff was helpful. Lift was so small we walked to the 3rd floor most of the time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Overnight stop

An comfortable overnight stop en-route from Spain to U.K. Extremely good value for money, a very friendly and helpful welcome and an excellent buffet breakfast. Dinner at the nearby Poivre Rouge was also very good.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

10/10 Excellent

Roberto, West Norwood, London UK

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

Will mostly return again

Ideal place for stop over. Extremely helpful staff management. Wide range of choice for morning breakfast.

8/10 Good

Rosemary, West Midlands

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

Excellent stopover

Very adequate comfortable room; tea making facilities; Poivre Rouge grill/restaurant close by; parking; charming staff. What more do you need for an overnight stay

8/10 Good

Michael, Wakefield

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Good overnight stopping place

Hotel in an industrial estate but it was good value for money. Car parking on site

10/10 Excellent

susan, Plougonver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very enjoyable and comfortable stay. Reception very polite and helpful. Room very clean. Will definitely return.

8/10 Good

Stephanie, london

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

great overnight stop but nowher to eat on sundays

the hotel is very clean and tidy and are quite big spacious and airy with tea and coffee making facilities in the room. the beds are very comfortable and room was air conditioned. pets are accepted at an extra charge. it is right next to the motorway but very quiet and no road noise. the staff are very friendly and helpful. there is no restaurant or bar at this hotel you can get soft drinks at reception. you can have breakfast but no evening meal and as we stayed on a sunday this was a pain as no surrounding places where open so we had to drive about 10 mins to the town to get something to eat.

6/10 Okay

Darren

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

8/10 Good

robin, Wimborne

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

Value stopover

Good value stopover. Restaurants within walking distance.