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Grand Hotel Francais

3.0 star property
Victorian hotel with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge

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Front of property
Lounge
Lounge
Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking | Living area
Comfort Room, Accessible, Ground Floor | Floor plan

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$281
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec

Explore the area

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12 Rue Du Temple, Bordeaux, NAQ, 33000
  • Place, Rue Sainte-Catherine
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Theatre of Bordeaux
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Bordeaux Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bordeaux (BOD-Merignac)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room

Superior Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

Superior Room, Balcony

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking

Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking

Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking

Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Comfort Room

Comfort Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Free bottled water
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Comfort Room, Accessible, Ground Floor

Comfort Room, Accessible, Ground Floor | Floor plan

Comfort Room, Accessible, Ground Floor

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Free bottled water
Electric kettle
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Bordeaux

Grand Hotel Francais places you in the centre of Bordeaux, steps from Place Gambetta and within a short 5-minute stroll of Les Grands Hommes. Highlights at this Victorian hotel include free in-room WiFi. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available daily between 6:30 AM and 10:30 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .Places within a 5-minute walk of this 3-property class Bordeaux City Centre hotel include Notre Dame Church and Rue Sainte-Catherine.

What's nearby

  • Rue Sainte-Catherine - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Grand Theatre of Bordeaux - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Bordeaux Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Place de la Bourse - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • 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
  • ‪French House - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Le Dijeaux - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Le Grand Café - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bistro Montesquieu - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Grand Hotel Francais

Victorian hotel with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge
WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and 3 meeting rooms. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Grand Hotel Francais also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby.

This 3-star Bordeaux hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 35 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Grand Hotel Francais offers 35 accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include offices, desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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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 20 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: EUR 12 per pet (varies based on length of stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lb per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 18 for adults and from EUR 9 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Grand Hotel Francais
Francais Ex Best Bordeaux
Best Western Grand Hotel Francais
Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western Hotel
Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western Bordeaux
Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western Hotel Bordeaux

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Grand Hotel Francais?

The closest beach to Grand Hotel Francais is Plage du Lac (4.1 km).

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

As of 19 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Francais on 22 Dec 2025 start from NZ$270.78, 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.

Does Grand Hotel Francais serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is on offer daily from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Grand Hotel Francais?

No, Grand Hotel Francais does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Grand Hotel Francais?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Grand Hotel Francais?

Cats and dogs are welcome at Grand Hotel Francais, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet.

Grand Hotel Francais Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 546 out of 981 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 341 out of 981 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 981 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 16 out of 981 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 981 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

edmund

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was good, would have been better with complimentary welcome drinks.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

gloria

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

Great choice!

The hotel was in a great location for all the key sights in Bordeaux. The rooms although typically European small looked like they had been refurbished yesterday . The staff could not have been more attentive. Would definitely return again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Helpful staff
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I would say setting a standard is difficult but important step in ranking a hotel. Between picking a great vs not a great hotel based on some reviews is a bit difficult and somewhat challenging. This pick was a great one. Kenzo helped in registering our car and made sure our stay is as comfortable as possible. Then we had the chance to meet Diana such a nice person with a friendly smile she made us feel welcomed and as if we knew her for our entire life. Picking the right staff at the front desk is key in the hospitality business since they are the face of the business. Thanks to Kenzo and Diana without a doubt I would recommend this hotel. I would like to take a moment and acknowledge the crew who organized our room and ensured our room is tidy. Thanks for the everything. Joe & Dolly
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antoniette

Travelled with partner
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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

10/10 Excellent

Quentin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

gareth

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Daphne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Room was small and falsely advertised on Expedia. Far too expensive for this small room. Bathroom door right off bedside was frosted glass sliding.. making privacy impossible, especially at night to switch on light. Fridge in room was broken and dirty inside. Would not recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly helpful staff. Spacious room with everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

philip

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terrence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location….fantastic staff! Our room was spacious and clean. The bed and pillows were so comfy. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable hotel with very helpful staff. A little bit tired but warm and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

philip

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff. Great location just off main shopping area. Very clean. A/C in room. Excellent breakfast. Beautiful cocktail bar. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denys

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best option in Bordeaux, location, staff, quality and amazing breakfast, 10 of 10 overall
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Harmesh

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maritoni

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

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like the proximity to shops, dining, and the friendliness of staff. Quaint and charming, but modernized. Excellent shower! Clean and nice linens. As a minor detail, bring your own hair conditioner, they only offer a body/hair wash.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025