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Hôtel du Phare

2.0 star property

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Reception
Reception
Exterior
Desk, soundproofing, bed sheets
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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10 Place du Général de Gaulle, Ouistreham, 14150
  • Place, Museum of the Atlantic Wall
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ouistreham Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Casino Barriere
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Caen (CFR-Carpiquet)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room | Street view

Double Room

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

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Double Room, Bathtub | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Double Room, Bathtub

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

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Twin Room | Desk, soundproofing, bed sheets

Twin Room

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

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Desk, soundproofing, bed sheets

Comfort Double Room, 1 Bedroom

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Partial sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom | Desk, soundproofing, bed sheets

Family Quadruple Room, 1 Bedroom

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

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Family Room, 1 Bedroom

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Canal view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed

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
  • N4 Commando Museum - 17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Centre Equestre de Ouistreham - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Casino Barriere - 18 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Le havane - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Jo et Jack - ‬17 min walk
  • La Ferme Saint Hubert
  • ‪La Moulerie - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Oxo - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Hôtel du Phare

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.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 0.99 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 Apr 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hôtel du Phare on Apr 10, 2026 start from $80, including 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 15-minute walk from Museum of the Atlantic Wall and also 19 minutes on foot from Casino Barriere. You'll also find Ouistreham Beach and Pegasus Bridge within a short drive.

Is parking available on site 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.

Does Hôtel du Phare have a hot tub?

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

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, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

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.

Can I book a room with a balcony 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. 204 out of 468 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 157 out of 468 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 468 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 468 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 468 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laurent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location is great if you plan to take the ferry. The room was clean and the beds are comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

4/10 Poor

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
We stayed one night before our trip and one night after. The first one the room was was clean but tatty with a window that we could not close and peeling wallpaper in places. The second which was last night was bad , really tiny with tatty wallpaper and a very very uncomfortable bed and i took great objection to having a water proof mattress protecter on the bed , i found it insulting and unable to sleep on it so myself and my husband sat up most of the night, plus the bed was supposed to be a double but was really small with a dip in the middle. As we have a small dog i dont expect a five star room but at least a three this was a zero. We definately will not be returning
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James and Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly. Room and bathroom spotless. Would definitely stay here again. So convenient for the ferry just minutes away
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All fine
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Roberta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes the room was very clean and the staff were very nice and breakfast was lovely we will stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a good value for money hotel and couldn't be more convenient for the ferry terminal and catching the morning ferry. The room was fairly basic but clean and worked perfectly well for an overnight stop. Reception was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room and perfect location for the ferry
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christophe

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Awful hotel, not very clean and shocking attitude to guests. Convenient for an early ferry from Caen but obvious from the state of the hotel and attitude of staff that they were not interested or expecting guests to ever come back.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Great position for ferry travel!

Good hotel in great position for the ferry terminal. Stayed many times and always found the staff in both the reception and restaurant to be friendly and helpful. Great choice of food always well prepared.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

G

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

Grave mistake.

I have never in all my years of traveling stopped at worse Hotel than this one. The room is extremely dirty. The room and toilet smell, is like a sewer. The shower head was broken they attempted to repair it (did not) said they would come back (did not). The reception is occasionally manned so often when you need somebody there is no one there. Most thing are broken, no handles on wardrobe doors, no heating. The place is a disaster and unfit for human occupancy. Do not go anywhere near the place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
room was very small and there was no elevator, dining room staff were not very friendly, room furniture was old and dated, shower was small and awkward to get in and out, not very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Roger

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
OK for a one night stay when you get off the ferry, as it's very close. However, the bar closes at 10pm, which isn't good timing, as that's when the ferry arrives! Rooms are small, clean and basic. Good breakfast buffet with local products.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Steven

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The rooms need an update , the bathroom was tired and had a strong unpleasant smell as no plug in the sink and the shower was difficult to use . I wouldn’t recommend. But on the plus side it is pet friendly and the restaurant was very good .
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Allan

Traveled with family
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A budget hotel close to the ferry. Very dated; small rooms and strange sewage smell in bathroom. Excellent location for the ferry to Portsmouth. Breakfast very good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Elaine

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

Good position main benefit.

Limited reception time. Bathroom smelt dank. Very high step to shower. Main benefit was close proximity to ferry.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This hotel is a budget friendly and convenient option for access to the ferry terminal. The rooms are basic but clean. The beds very comfortable and shower powerful! We were welcomed by very friendly and helpful staff. The bar and restaurant had a great choice and was well priced. Again staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Neil

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Over-priced. Very basic accommodation. Bedroom dirty - had not been cleaned under the bed. Bathroom floor sticky. Cockroach in bathroom and on landing. Apart from check-in (taking payment) no contact with staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin Albert

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I do stay here 3 times a year but it’s busy. I don’t expect to be remembered but I was and that is welcoming. Particularly good as a solo traveller. I feel looked after in le phare. Plus I enjoy the atmosphere and location when having supper. The rooms are very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Great stay

Really great place to stop off and local for the ferry. Highly recommended Super breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pauline

Liked: Amenities
Very comfortable and so close to ferry. Would definitely return
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay when arriving on the evening ferry. Super convenient. Helpful staff. Comfortable room. Great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Arthur

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
All male staff some of whom were very brusque and grumpy.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed the night before a ferry crossing. Very convenient location, clean room and had everything you needed for a short stay. Not luxury, but perfectly sufficient
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025