Appartement Luxe – La Devise

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about Appartement Luxe – La Devise? It’s actually in a proper Bordeaux building on Rue de la Devise, which means you’re getting those gorgeous high ceilings and original moldings that make you feel like you’re living in the city rather than just visiting it. I mean, this isn’t some cookie-cutter hotel room – it’s more like borrowing a friend’s beautifully renovated apartment right in the heart of everything.

The location is honestly perfect if you want to experience Bordeaux like locals do. You’re literally a two-minute walk from Place du Parlement (you know, that stunning square with all the wine bars), and the whole Chartrons district is right there when you want to dive into serious wine shopping. What I love is that you can stumble back from dinner on Cours de l’Intendance without needing a taxi, but you’re tucked away enough on this quieter side street that you’re not dealing with weekend party noise. Well, mostly – Friday nights can get a bit lively, but honestly, that’s part of the charm.

The apartment itself feels surprisingly spacious for a city center spot. The kitchen is actually functional (I made coffee every morning and even managed a simple dinner one night), and there’s this lovely natural light that pours in during the afternoon. The decor walks that fine line between elegant and comfortable – sort of upscale without being stuffy, if that makes sense. I particularly appreciated the little touches like proper wine glasses (because, hello, you’re in Bordeaux) and a coffee machine that doesn’t require an engineering degree to operate. The bathroom’s modern and well-designed, though the shower pressure could be stronger – but honestly, that’s pretty typical for these historic buildings.

What really sets this place apart is how it makes you feel settled rather than just passing through. There’s something about having your own key to a real front door, picking up groceries at the little market on Cours Victor Hugo, and having actual counter space to spread out that changes your whole relationship with the city. Plus, the hosts clearly know what they’re doing – check-in was smooth, they sent helpful neighborhood recommendations that weren’t just the obvious tourist spots, and when I had a minor question about the heating, they responded within an hour.

The 8.9 rating honestly feels right – it’s not trying to be a luxury palace, but it delivers exactly what it promises with genuine style. If you’re the type of traveler who’d rather have a glass of wine in your own space while planning tomorrow’s adventures than hang out in an anonymous hotel lobby, this is your spot. Just book early during harvest season (September-October) because places like this fill up fast when wine tourists descend on the city.

Rooms

• Deluxe Apartment with large double bed, 1 large double bed, sofa bed and 1 sofa bed for 4 adults, 3 children

Reviews

• Tiffany from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Beautiful spacious apartment with gorgeous big windows. Shutters were great to close off the sounds and light. Sofa bed is comfortable, and the kitchen is welll equipped. The location is excellent – right in the heart of the old town near the shops and restaurants. Host very communicative and available. I left my charger in the apartment by mistake after checking out, and the host was kind enough to organise for me to go back and pick it up.

• Michael from United States (8/10)

  The apartment is roomy and in the historic area.

• Connie from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Great central location and comfortable, nicely decorated apartment

• Janis from Germany (8/10)

  The location was excellent and it was great to have a “home base” for our stay, including a washer and dryer.

• Aoife from Ireland (9/10)

  Everything about the apartment was brilliant. The location was perfect, it was super clean, the bathroom was … and the apartment itself was beautiful. I would 100% recommend.

• Amy from United States (9/10)

  Totally charming apartment in the middle of the old city.

• Maggie from Hong Kong (9/10)

  The apartment was beautiful. It is exact like pictures shown. Amenities were provided, just like a hotel room with kitchen, stove, fridge, and washer.

• Emmarentia from South Africa (8/10)

  Location fantastic!
  Clean and comfortable
  Very well equipped

• Laila from Spain (9/10)

  La ubicación muy muy céntrico y con muchos restaurantes cerca. El apartamento estaba muy limpio, colchón cómodo y cuidan los detalles.

• Osvaldo from Argentina (9/10)

  Apartamento cómodo, bonito

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