La Rochelle Hotel Guide - Historic Hotels in La Rochelle, Nouvelle-Aquitaine

Visitors in search of a historical tour will not be disappointed in a trip to La Rochelle. Visit the waterfront and aquarium while you’re in town. During your stay in this walkable area, you can also relish a trip to the cafes.

Based on our travel expertise, Maisons du Monde Hôtel & Suites - La Rochelle Vieux Port is a top hotel on Expedia for those interested in history, and it features on-site laundry facilities and free WiFi. Tour St. Nicolas is a short walk away. Other choices close to historic sites include Maison des Ambassadeurs and Hotel Central Park.

In La Rochelle, there are 899 hotels and other accommodation options bookable on Expedia though not many historic hotels to choose from.

La Rochelle is notable for landmarks like New World Museum, Tour St. Nicolas and Tour de la Chaine. Cultural venues include Natural History Museum, Musée des Beaux-Arts and Musée Grevin. A couple of additional sights to add to your itinerary are La Rochelle Hotel de Ville and Vieux Port.

Guests who choose a historic hotel can sleep in a building that has a national historic designation. A palace, castle, grand home or even an old police station, pub, lodge or skyscraper can be considered a historic hotel provided that it’s a place of special interest. Traditional architecture and period features are typically preserved in the guestrooms or communal spaces of such hotels in La Rochelle, giving a historical feel.

“Heritage hotel” is more common in Asia and Europe, while “historic hotel” is a term often used in the U.S. overall though the terms are similar. The architecture and building of a historic hotel is generally what’s most important. For a heritage hotel, often it’s the cultural value along with how it shaped the community.

Hotel interiors feature the modern conveniences and safety features you expect to find, but every effort is made to preserve the historic aspects and traditions. Smart TVs, WiFi, updated bathroom facilities and the amenities found in most hotels will also be available in a historic hotel. Rest assured that when you select a historic hotel in La Rochelle, you won’t find yourself staying at a place that’s uncomfortable or rundown.