Au 47

Au 47 Overview

First Impressions

Au 47 is one of those places that just feels right the moment you arrive. The address — 47 Rue de Ruat — puts you slap in the middle of Bordeaux city centre, and honestly, that alone is worth a lot. It’s a three-star hotel, so don’t expect a grand lobby or a doorman in a top hat, but what you do get is a place that’s been thought about. It’s tidy, it’s welcoming, and it doesn’t try to be something it’s not.

Location & Neighbourhood

I mean, the location here is genuinely hard to beat. Bordeaux’s old town is basically on your doorstep — the kind of neighbourhood where you wander out after breakfast and somehow end up by the Garonne river without really trying. Couples especially seem to fall for this spot, and you can see why — the streets around Rue de Ruat are atmospheric in that very French way, all stone facades and little wine bars tucked into corners. The location score sits at 9.6, which, well, speaks for itself.

The Room

Rooms here are comfortable in a no-fuss sort of way — clean, reasonably sized, and with beds that are actually worth mentioning. You know how some hotels at this price point have mattresses that feel like they’ve been there since 1987? Not the case here. Guests consistently flag the beds as one of the highlights, and after a day of walking Bordeaux’s cobbled streets, that matters more than you’d think. It’s not flashy, but it does what it needs to do, and it does it well.

The Feel of the Place

There’s a sort of quiet confidence to Au 47 — it’s not trying to dazzle you with extras, it’s just a solid, well-run hotel in a city that rewards people who actually get out and explore. The overall guest rating sits at 8.3, which for a three-star in a competitive city like Bordeaux is a decent indicator that people leave happy. The vibe is more boutique-adjacent than budget, if that makes sense — small enough to feel personal, central enough to feel like a proper base.

Why Guests Love It

Honestly, the combination of where it sits and how well it delivers on the basics is what makes Au 47 worth booking. You’re not paying for a spa or a rooftop bar — you’re paying to sleep well in the actual heart of one of France’s most beautiful cities, and then step outside and have Bordeaux do the rest. For couples especially, it hits a sweet spot that’s hard to find: romantic surroundings, a comfortable room, and a location that makes every evening feel like a proper city break. If you’re planning a trip to Bordeaux and want somewhere that keeps things simple but gets the important stuff right, this is a genuinely good call.

Au 47 Accommodations

Reviews of Au 47

• Cheryl from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Perfect location to explore the City, clean and comfortable bed. The Host was quick in responding to messages giving details for accessing the Property.

• Richard from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Location and style plus 2 bedrooms

• Sieghardt from Germany (9/10)

  Perfectly located, close to everything. An exceptional bakery for breakfast around the corner.

• David from United Kingdom (7/10)

  Good location. Comfortable beds. Spacious. Great shower.

• Stuart from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Clean. Well appointed

• Sutherland from United Kingdom (9/10)

  Very pleasant accommodation. Great location

• Lorna from France (8/10)

  Very comfortable, characterful, great location

• Terry from United Kingdom (8/10)

  It’s a lovely apartment. The photos don’t really show how cool it is.

• June from United Kingdom (8/10)

  Location and comfort

• Eilis from Australia (9/10)

  The location is very central and this suited us. Good size bathroom bedrooms and living space and everything is clean.

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