L'Esprit du 8

Bed & breakfast with free parking, steps from Centre International de la Mer

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Exterior
Deluxe Double Room, Balcony (Ray Eames)
Daily full breakfast (EUR 15 per person)
Staircase
Deluxe Double Room (Charlotte Perriand)

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$283
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Explore the area

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8 rue Jean Jaures, Rochefort, 17300
  • Place, Centre International de la Mer
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, National Museum of the Navy
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Hermione
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Double Room (Charlotte Perriand)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
Memory foam mattress
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room (Gae Aulenti)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Private indoor hot tub
Heating
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Portable fan
Private spa tub
Soundproofed rooms
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room (Florence Knoll)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Soundproofed rooms
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Memory foam mattress
Portable fan
  • 27 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Double Room (Eilleen Gray)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Memory foam bed
Soundproofed rooms
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Memory foam mattress
Portable fan
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony (Ray Eames)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free minibar items
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Balcony
Soundproofed rooms
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Memory foam mattress
  • 33 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Rochefort

L'Esprit du 8 puts you in the heart of Rochefort, steps from Centre International de la Mer and within a 10-minute stroll of National Museum of the Navy. Highlights at this B&B include free in-room WiFi. .Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers as well as access to hiking/biking trails. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning full breakfast is served between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this Rochefort B&B include Musée Hèbre de Saint-Clement and Hermione.

What's nearby

  • Centre International de la Mer - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • National Museum of the Navy - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Musée Hèbre de Saint-Clement - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Hermione - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rochefort-Martrou Transporter Bridge and Visitor Centre - 7 min drive - 4.5 km

Getting around

  • Rochefort Station - 16 min walk
  • La Rochelle (LRH-La Rochelle - Île de Ré) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Subway - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Brasserie des Demoiselles - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cap Nell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bistrot de la Paix - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪La Terrasse Colbert - ‬3 min walk

About this property

L'Esprit du 8

Bed & breakfast with free parking, steps from Centre International de la Mer
As a guest of L'Esprit du 8, you'll find a seasonal outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace. There are 2 meeting rooms available. Public spaces have free WiFi. A vending machine, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at L'Esprit du 8. Self parking is free.

This Rochefort bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1830
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Locker space
L'Esprit du 8 offers 5 accommodations with free minibar items and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Memory foam beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and portable fans. Housekeeping is offered on request and change of towels 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

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Built in 1830
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Electric bike charging
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Memory foam mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • 5 private bathrooms
  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free stocked minibar
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • LED lighting
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 5:30 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 7:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 0.85 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 full breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 for adults and from EUR 15 for children

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 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, ANCV Cheques-vacances 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, ANCV Chèques-vacances and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and 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.
  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in September.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Property is also known as

Chambre d'hôtes L'esprit 8 Guesthouse Rochefort
Chambre d'hôtes L'esprit 8 Guesthouse
Chambre d'hôtes L'esprit 8 Rochefort
Chambre d'hôtes L'esprit 8
L'Esprit du 8 Rochefort
L'Esprit du 8 Guesthouse
Chambre d'hôtes L'esprit du 8
L'Esprit du 8 Guesthouse Rochefort

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at L'Esprit du 8?

L'Esprit du 8 offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at L'Esprit du 8?

As of 9 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at L'Esprit du 8 on 11 Nov 2025 start from NZ$279.09, 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.

Is parking available at L'Esprit du 8?

Yep, L'Esprit du 8 has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to L'Esprit du 8?

The closest beach to L'Esprit du 8 is Plage de Marennes (19.3 km).

Does L'Esprit du 8 have a pool?

L'Esprit du 8 has a seasonal outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from May to September).

What makes L'Esprit du 8 a romantic place to stay?

A champagne service, plus memory foam beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at L'Esprit du 8.

Does L'Esprit du 8 serve breakfast?

Sure does, full brekkie is served daily between 7:30 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at L'Esprit du 8?

No, L'Esprit du 8 does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at L'Esprit du 8?

Check-in begins at 5:30 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at L'Esprit du 8?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at L'Esprit du 8?

There is a golf course next to L'Esprit du 8.