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Grand Hotel Francais

3.0 star property
Travelers find a welcoming base near Place de la Bourse where attentive staff help plan daily adventures in Bordeaux's historic center

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Best Western Grand Hotel Francais in central Bordeaux offers practical amenities like dry cleaning and a business center. Guests enjoy WiFi, a snack bar, and easy access to Place de la Bourse and Rue Sainte-Catherine shopping. The staff is praised for their helpfulness.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is €150
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul

Room options

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Superior Room

Superior Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Room, Balcony

Superior Room, Balcony

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

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Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking

Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking

Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Comfort Room, Accessible, Ground Floor

Comfort Room, Accessible, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Located in Bordeaux City Centre, a neighbourhood in Bordeaux, Grand Hotel Francais is in a shopping district and near a metro station. Cité du Vin and Arkéa Arena are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Rue Sainte-Catherine. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Bordeaux Exhibition Center, or consider a night out at Rock School Barbey. Visit our Bordeaux travel guide
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12 Rue Du Temple, Bordeaux, NAQ, 33000

What's nearby

  • Rue Sainte-Catherine
    Rue Sainte-Catherine
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grand Theatre of Bordeaux
    Grand Theatre of Bordeaux
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bordeaux Cathedral
    Bordeaux Cathedral
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Place Saint Pierre
    Place Saint Pierre
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Place des Quinconces
    Place des Quinconces
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Land & Monkeys
    3 min walk
  • Bistro Montesquieu
    2 min walk
  • French House
    2 min walk
  • Le Dijeaux
    3 min walk
  • Le Puy Paulin
    4 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Francais

  • Hotel near Rue Sainte-Catherine
  • At Grand Hotel Francais, you can look forward to dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as babysitting.
  • Additional perks include:
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk and smoke-free property
    • Free newspapers, concierge services and luggage storage
    • A lift, a front desk safe and 3 meeting rooms
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guest rooms at Grand Hotel Francais include perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and offices. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
  • More amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
    • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
    • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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 transport

  • 24-hour offsite parking (EUR 25 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 centre

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift (229 centimetre 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 bathroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property
  • 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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 12 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per day.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 18 for adults and from EUR 9 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 25 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
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Grand Hotel Francais pet-friendly?

Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. There's a fee of EUR 12 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Grand Hotel Francais?

As of 16 Jun 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Francais on 5 Jul 2026 start from €150, 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 time is check-in at Grand Hotel Francais?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Grand Hotel Francais?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Grand Hotel Francais located?

Located in Bordeaux City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Les Grands Hommes and Rue Sainte-Catherine. Place Gambetta and Bordeaux Cathedral are also within 5 minutes. Gambetta Tram Station is only a 2-minute walk and Grand Theatre Tram Station is 4 minutes.

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Reviews

Grand Hotel Francais Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 570 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 338 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 17 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 1006 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing bar! Beautiful public areas and the rooms with balconies are wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

stephen ellis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful.the location was great. The building is nice but being an older hotel the rooms are a bit small.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ariel o

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room. Great bed. Boutique Hotel. Very good location. Staff excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingvild

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Beautiful hotel, in perfect location for walking distance to whatever you fancied. Very kind and friendly staff, sophisticated bar within the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ingvild

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful small hotel, friendly staff and an amazing bed ! Really good size room - deluxe size
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and the staff was excellent. Would definitely stay here again and recommend it as well!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel with comfortable rooms and tasty breakfast
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was perfect-Love the balcony and the staff went above and beyond helping us with parking!
Location is walkable to restaurants and shopping
The bar is awesome & cozy
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful staff!! Outstanding breakfast buffet!! Great location!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Rob

Liked: Amenities
Clean room and nice staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little hotel right in the centre with very comfortable bed and very quiet room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maritoni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best location and Amazing staff!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Fun cocktail bar onsite. Staff were very helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bar was very nice. The location was very good. The staff provided helpful directions for sightseeing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean centrally located and great bar on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

IVETTE

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice and helpful, location proximity to sites was stellar
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel at a great location. The staff was very friendly and helpful as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antoniette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was beautiful and in a great location, it had a lovely vibe that truely made you feel you were in France. The staff were accommodating in evey way and the breakfast was vey good. A very enjoyable stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean. Working the heater was complicated. The staff was very helpful. It is in a beautiful part of town, near the longest shopping street in Europe. Highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel located in old downtown Bordeaux. Excellent location for sight seeing. Room clean & comfortable. I recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Collette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location with the tram 1 block away. Classic room was small but well laid out. Would stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aled

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were really good. Location couldn't be better and the hotel building was beautiful. Rooms were a bit small and bathroom door was see through which is the only criticism. Didn't affect the stay and. We're looking forward to returning
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Reese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and helpful staff, great amenities, in a perfect walkable distance to all attractions
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is very friendly and helpful and the hotel is in a great location for walking and sight seeing.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Amenities
Great location. Lovely hotel and staff. Great breakfasts. Really happy and would stay their again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025