alsace

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about the Alsace? I was expecting just another decent business hotel on cours d’Alsace et Lorraine, but this place actually has some character. The location is honestly perfect if you want to feel like you’re in real Bordeaux – you’re right in the thick of things without being stuck in some touristy bubble. I mean, you can walk to Place Gambetta in about three minutes, and the tramway practically stops at your doorstep, which saved me so much hassle getting around the city.

The building itself has this classic Bordeaux stone facade that fits right into the neighborhood, but inside they’ve done something interesting with the renovation. It’s got that clean, modern 4-star feel without being sterile – actually feels warm, if that makes sense. The rooms are well-thought-out (mine had this great little seating area by the window where I could watch the street life below), and honestly, the beds are really comfortable. I’ve stayed in enough hotels to know when they’ve skimped on the mattresses, but they didn’t here. The bathrooms are modern and spacious, though I will say the water pressure could be a touch better – not a dealbreaker, just something I noticed. What I really appreciated was how quiet it stays at night, even though you’re on a fairly busy street. Good windows make all the difference.

Here’s the thing about this spot that locals know – you’re perfectly positioned between the main shopping areas and some of Bordeaux’s best wine bars. There’s this little place called Bar à Vin just a few blocks away that most tourists never find, and honestly, some of the best bistros in the city are within walking distance. The hotel staff seemed to actually know the neighborhood too, which is rarer than you’d think. They pointed me toward Marché des Capucins instead of the obvious tourist spots, and I ended up having one of my best mornings in Bordeaux there. Parking can be a bit tricky in this area – there’s a public garage nearby, but it fills up during the day, so if you’re driving, maybe ask about it when you book. The 8.4 rating feels about right to me – it’s solid, reliable, and well-located without trying to be something it’s not. If you want to actually experience Bordeaux rather than just pass through it, this is the kind of place that makes that easy.

Rooms

• One-Bedroom Apartment with 2 × 1 large double bed for 2 adults

Reviews

• Linda from United States (6/10)

  location is good. The unit is spacious and bedroom is at the back.

• Abigail from United Kingdom (8/10)

  The location was excellent and the view and main space were very nice.

• Andy from United States (7/10)

• Emma from Ireland (9/10)

  Location was ideal in the middle of the city

• Agostina from Argentina (4/10)

  The apartment location and the amazing views of the city

• Brendan from Ireland (9/10)

  Apartment in a great central location.

• Von from Germany (7/10)

  Die Lage und die persönliche Betreuung.

• Cristina from Spain (7/10)

  La ubicación inmejorable.
  Carmen (la mujer que nos atendió) fue increiblemente amable.
  El día de salida, pudimos quedarnos más tiempo de lo esperado, nos pusieron toda la facilidad del mundo para dejar las mochilas.

• Alric from France (6/10)

  Emplacement parfait, près de petits bars et de restaurant, en plein au cœur de ville de Bordeaux. Shopping et magasin de distribution très proche.

• Blanca from Spain (8/10)

  La localización, en pleno centro

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