Fuel up for your day ahead at this charming hotel. Enjoy great coffee, connect to reliable WiFi, or simply relax by grabbing a drink at the welcoming bar.
Nestled in the heart of the city, Hôtel de France offers a warm welcome with its cozy bar and comfortable in-room WiFi. Guests can also start their day with a delicious buffet breakfast and unwind with coffee/tea in the lobby.
56 Rue Fréderic Mestreau, Saintes, Charentes Maritime, 17100
What's nearby
Abbaye aux Dames - 10 min walk
Arch of Germanicus - 13 min walk
Saintes Cathedral - 18 min walk
Saint-Eutrope Church - 4 min drive
Saintes Amphitheatre - 5 min drive
Getting around
Saintes Station - 1 min walk
Saint-Sever-de-Saintonge Beillant Station - 13 min drive
St-Hilaire-Brizambourg Station - 15 min drive
Restaurants
Arc de Triomphe - 12 min walk
Punjab - 15 min walk
Le Parvis - 16 min walk
Sukhothai - 6 min walk
La Cave passe à table - 16 min walk
About this property
Hôtel de France
Located near a train station, Hôtel de France is a great choice for a stay in Saintes. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and buffet breakfast is available at weekends.
Languages
English, French, German
At a glance
Hotel size
22 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
On-site parking only available on request
On-site parking is limited
Off-site parking within 16 ft (EUR 8.00 per day), from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM; booking required
Street parking available
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 8:00 AM–10:00 AM
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Accessibility
Well-lit path to entrance
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating (climate-controlled) and air conditioning
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Bed sheets provided
Freshen up
Bath or shower
Free toiletries
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Phone
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Daily housekeeping
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 0.90 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for EUR 5.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 8.0 per day
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs EUR 8.00 per day (16 ft away; open 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM)
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
Policies
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000 owing to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information on the booking confirmation.
Also known as
Hotel France Saintes
France Saintes
Hôtel France Saintes
Hôtel de France Hotel
Hôtel de France Saintes
Hôtel de France Hotel Saintes
Frequently asked questions
Does Hôtel de France offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hôtel de France does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Hôtel de France?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Hôtel de France?
Yes. Parking spaces may be limited.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hôtel de France?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What's the area around Hôtel de France like?
Hôtel de France is in the heart of Saintes, a short 1-minute walk from Saintes Station and 10 minutes' walk from Abbaye aux Dames.
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Hôtel de France Reviews
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.8/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
7.8/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
17 August 2024
Good 2* hotel in Saintes
Basic hotel with good value and location in Saintes. Clean room and good beds. The owner is very friendly and wants to provide a good service.
Bjorn
Bjorn, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
19 June 2023
Good location only if you are using the train. Otherwise, too far from the nice part of town. The hotel is seedy at best.
Ronald
Ronald, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
7 February 2025
jonathan
jonathan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 February 2025
Alain
Alain, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
5 February 2025
La responsable qui s'occupe de l'hôtel est très attentionnée et au service de ses clients.
thierry
thierry, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 November 2024
Thierry
Thierry, 1-night trip
4/10 Fair
27 October 2024
Chambre qui avais une odeur de renfermer, vu pas jolie du tout. Propreter nul, il rester de la nourriture sous le lit et sous les barre de chaffage et saleter bordure de fenetre.
Laetitia
Laetitia, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 September 2024
Christophe
Christophe, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
1 September 2024
Sonia
Sonia, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 August 2024
Esteban
Esteban, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 August 2024
Thierry
Thierry, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
25 July 2024
Séjour agréable
Bon accueil à l ´hôtel
Maryline
Maryline, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 September 2023
Nous avons été bien accueilli. La chambre est très propre. Le seul inconvénient est la douche qui est très étroite.
MICHEL
MICHEL, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
21 August 2023
Un peu loin du lieu où je souhaitai aller mais sinon très bien accueillis. Et accès hôtel facile. Salle de petit déjeuner très lumineuse. D'ailleurs, le petit déjeuner excellent. Tranquilité dans le lieu de Saintes.
Romuald
Romuald, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
10 August 2023
Dommage que la réception ne soit pas ouverte entre 11h et 15h. Un peu cher .
Marie Francoise
Marie Francoise, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 July 2023
Personne a l’accueil très sympathique, de bons conseils pour trouver un restaurant, la chambre familiale était propre et la sale de bain plutôt récente et spacieuse
JOSSELIN
JOSSELIN, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
31 July 2023
Fabien
Fabien, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 July 2023
Awa
Awa, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
3 June 2023
Hotel agreable et calme
Hotel agreable et calme . Emplacement pratique proche gare , commerces et centree d'interet
PATRICK
PATRICK, 2-night trip
6/10 Good
25 May 2023
lescop
lescop, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
20 May 2023
PATRICIA
PATRICIA, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
14 May 2023
Tres bon accueil
Eric
Eric, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
18 March 2023
Catherine
Catherine, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
11 January 2023
Un excellent rapport qualité-prix ; une chambre très propre et un excellent accueil
seul petit bémol. il manque de prises électriques