LOLA BOUTIQUE HOTEL - BORDEAUX CENTRE, Bordeaux

The hotel is on Place Saint-Michel, directly in front of the basilica. It is a 6-minute walk to the historic Stone Bridge (Pont de Pierre), 600 metres to the Great Bell of Bordeaux, and a 14-minute stroll to Bordeaux Cathedral. The Saint-Michel tram stop (line A) is a 2-minute walk, providing direct service to Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport (approx. 40 minutes) and to the Saint-Jean train station. The Garonne riverfront is a 5-minute walk. The immediate neighbourhood blends bohemian character with some rough edges; it is generally safe during the day but can feel less secure late at night. Parking Salinières is 50 metres away (€18/24h).

The hotel offers double rooms, a suite with separate living room, and a two-bedroom apartment. All rooms have air conditioning, heating, soundproofing, a flat-screen TV, free toiletries, hairdryer, and tea/coffee maker. Deluxe rooms and Deluxe rooms with balcony include a bathtub (note: some bathtubs have non-standard drain plugs that prevent filling). Some rooms have a kitchenette with refrigerator and tumble dryer. City views are available from most rooms; front-facing rooms overlook the basilica. Upper-floor rooms (2nd and 3rd) are quieter, while first-floor rooms above the bar can be very noisy with music until 2 am. Bathroom walls are made of glass (frosted or transparent), offering minimal privacy. The property has no elevator - access is via narrow, winding stairs. Room sizes vary; some are compact (approx. 13-16 m²). Family rooms can accommodate 2 adults and 2 children with a €15 per person surcharge; a travel cot is available (not in Comfort rooms).

No dedicated spa, pool, or gym facilities are on-site. Leisure options centre on the ground-floor bar, which has a terrace and hosts live music (free entry) on select evenings. Bicycle rental and bike tours can be arranged for an additional charge, allowing guests to explore the city and riverfront. An ice-skating rink is located nearby. The historic centre of Bordeaux is best discovered on foot or via the tram from the nearby Saint-Michel stop.

The hotel offers free WiFi throughout and in all rooms. Additional services include concierge, express check-in/out, private check-in/out, daily housekeeping, luggage storage, room service, and a coffee shop on site. Security features include 24-hour security, CCTV in common areas and outside, key card access, smoke alarms, and fire extinguishers. For families, a child-friendly buffet and kids' meals are available. Parking is not on-site but at Parking Salinières, 50 metres away, costing €18 per 24 hours (height limit 1.90 m; reservation not needed). The hotel has no elevator. Dogs are allowed. Payment is accepted by American Express, Visa, Maestro, and MasterCard. Check-in is from 15:00, check-out by 11:00. A cot can be provided (not in Comfort rooms); high chairs are not available.