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1. Off Paris Seine

13th Arrondissement

James

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

2. A dreamy night aboard Alibis, a charming 8-meter sailboat

Port Guillaume

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

3. IRIS BATEAU DOUILLET

Nevers

isabelle p.

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

4. Apartments and Boats at Niderviller Harbor by Kuhnle-Tours

Niderviller

David

includes taxes & fees

11 Aug - 12 Aug

5. Calm overnight aboard the JAVA boat, 30 minutes from PAL, disconnection guaranteed!

Luneau

"Nous étions avec nos 2 petits enfants dans cet endroit réservé Séjour réservé pour 2 nuits Résultat: Dormit 1 nuit dans notre voiture et rendu le bateau le lendemain matin Difficulté à trouver l'endroit Une passerelle pas sécurisée pour atteindre le bateau Un bateau pour 4 personnes, c'est excessif tant l'espace est petit A l'intérieur des araignées et des toiles partout Une odeur nauséabonde avec des sanitaires précaires, nous devions aller dans des toilettes publiques à la turc, plus...

Jean-Marie

includes taxes & fees

30 Aug - 31 Aug

Deluxe Room, Private Bathroom, Harbour View | View from property

6. Catamaran EDEN

Hyères

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap

7. Independent apartment on barge with terrace near the city center

Nouvelle Ville

Sonja D.

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

8. Marché de Noël en Alsace

Eckwersheim

David B.

9. Gîte de groupe sur l'eau - Barge in Saint-Omer at the gateway to the Marais Audomarois

Saint-Omer

Christine R.

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

10. Suite "art-déco"

Quartier du Lac

laurent m.

11. La Petite Annick

Quartier du Lac

Laurent

12. Electric panoramic boat, sail on the Lac du Der without a permit Giffaumont

Éclaron-Braucourt-Sainte-Livière

Ghislaine F.

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

13. SLEEPING ON THE WATER

Le Port

Corinne C.

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

14. Panoramic electric boat, sail on the Lac du Der without a license. Nemours

Éclaron-Braucourt-Sainte-Livière

includes taxes & fees

21 Aug - 22 Aug

15. Yacht 17M Cannes Croisette Port Canto, 3 Bedrooms, air conditioning, tv

Pointe Croisette

Jack C.

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

16. ATYPICAL COMFORT ROOM ON A BARGE ON THE RIVER SAONE

Lyon City Centre

Fabienne C.

includes taxes & fees

17 Aug - 18 Aug

17. UNUSUAL GORGEOUS TRADITIONAL BOAT FACING THE CHATEAU DE SAUMUR

Saumur

Sophie E.

18. one double room in our catamaran in porqueroles bay

Ile de Porquerolles

"Super weekend passé sur le bateau de Laurent, ça restera un des meilleurs moments de ma vie, j'ai la tête remplis de beaux souvenirs, dormir à la belle étoiles en regardant les constellations, les couchers et levers de soleils, la beauté de la mer et de la nature, la sensation de liberté que le bateau procure, c'est énorme ! Merci Laurent pour ta générosité et ton attention, tu as été un hôte au top du top, je reviendrai, tu le sais :) Marie:"Weekend magique sur un super bateau avec comme...

Estelle L.

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

19. Bateau Appartement sur L'erdre au Coeur de Nantes

Hauts-Paves - Saint-Felix

Barbara P.

includes taxes & fees

23 Aug - 24 Aug

20. Gîtes Seine & Nature Logement Flottant Atypique "Le Babord"

Bennecourt

Michelle L.

includes taxes & fees

13 Aug - 14 Aug

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Pullman Paris Montparnasse Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing hotel!!"

L’Hôtel du Collectionneur Paris

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent, well-maintained property. For Sabbath observing Jews, the property is within 10/15 minute walking distance to the Chabab on Champs-Elysées, easy to get to/from meals. The staff is quite helpful about buzzing us into our rooms and keeping food in the Hotel fridges. The spa is an undiscovered gem, one the best in all of Paris. Book a massage or facial if you have the time and you won’t regret it. The only drawback to the entire experience is the state of the hot water in the shower. Sometimes the temperature will change unexpectedly and so we ended up needing to adjust the water a number of times during the shower. Most likely due to the design of the water piping that brings water to various collection points on the floor before being distributed to individual rooms."

Les Jardins du Marais

10/10 Excellent

"I highly recommend this hotel to anyone traveling to Paris. This hotel has all the amenities an American would find comfortably staying anywhere in the US. Very well modernized, awesome air conditioning and large elevators!! The buildings are recently renovated. The staff spoke English, as well as French, if you’re trying to improve on your French. I highly want to highlight Johnathon, a staffer, who was very helpful throughout visit. Go and enjoy Les Jardins de Marais!"

ibis Paris Tour Eiffel Cambronne 15ème

8/10 Good

"Great location for anyone on a budget. The metro is just across the street and there are so many good boulangeries nearby in case you don’t feel like getting the hotel breakfast. The only thing I didn’t like much was the lift only because you needed to use your card to access it."

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Number of reviews	112
Accommodation	405 Houseboats
Lowest Price	€91
Highest Price	€521

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How much do houseboats in France cost?

Prices for houseboats in France range between €91 and €521 per night. Whatever your budget, Expedia will help you find the right option that floats your boat! These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for a hotel booking with a check-in date within the next year. Prices reflect current offers and availability is subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

How many houseboats are there in France?

Take your pick of 405 houseboats in France. Whether you're travelling with your family or a group of friends, and wherever you want to go, Expedia can help you find your dream floating getaway.

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What is there to do in France near my houseboat?

Whether you're a fan of shopping, dining, history or culture, France is one place where it's difficult to be bored! The well-known city of Paris has loads of attractions, including Colonel Fabien Square, Centre Pompidou and La Carrousel du Louvre. If you're holidaying in Nice, Villa Ephrussi, Promenade des Anglais and Place Massena should be on your itinerary.

Houseboats in France

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Our top choices for France houseboats

1. Off Paris Seine

2. A dreamy night aboard Alibis, a charming 8-meter sailboat

3. IRIS BATEAU DOUILLET

4. Apartments and Boats at Niderviller Harbor by Kuhnle-Tours

5. Calm overnight aboard the JAVA boat, 30 minutes from PAL, disconnection guaranteed!

6. Catamaran EDEN

7. Independent apartment on barge with terrace near the city center

8. Marché de Noël en Alsace

9. Gîte de groupe sur l'eau - Barge in Saint-Omer at the gateway to the Marais Audomarois

10. Suite "art-déco"

11. La Petite Annick

12. Electric panoramic boat, sail on the Lac du Der without a permit Giffaumont

13. SLEEPING ON THE WATER

14. Panoramic electric boat, sail on the Lac du Der without a license. Nemours

15. Yacht 17M Cannes Croisette Port Canto, 3 Bedrooms, air conditioning, tv

16. ATYPICAL COMFORT ROOM ON A BARGE ON THE RIVER SAONE

17. UNUSUAL GORGEOUS TRADITIONAL BOAT FACING THE CHATEAU DE SAUMUR

18. one double room in our catamaran in porqueroles bay

19. Bateau Appartement sur L'erdre au Coeur de Nantes

20. Gîtes Seine & Nature Logement Flottant Atypique "Le Babord"

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Pullman Paris Montparnasse Hotel

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