Le Baudelaire – Studio en centre ville

Hotel Description

Honestly, I wasn’t expecting much from Le Baudelaire when I first walked up to 102 cours Victor Hugo – it’s tucked into one of those classic Bordeaux buildings that could either be charming or completely dated. But you know what? This little studio actually surprised me. The location is pretty much perfect if you want to be in the thick of things without dealing with the tourist chaos around Place de la Bourse. Cours Victor Hugo is one of those wide boulevards that feels properly Bordeaux – you’ve got the tram line right there (which is honestly a godsend), and you’re maybe a ten-minute walk from the real action in the old town. I mean, you can literally roll out of bed and grab coffee at one of those corner cafés where the locals actually go, not the overpriced spots near the cathedral.

The studio itself is… well, it’s definitely a studio, so don’t expect a sprawling suite or anything. But whoever designed it actually thought about how people live – there’s enough space to spread out your stuff without feeling like you’re camping, and the kitchen setup is surprisingly functional. I actually cooked a few meals there (hit up the Marché des Capucins for ingredients – it’s worth the short walk). The whole place has this sort of understated elegance that feels very French without being stuffy about it. What really got me was how quiet it stays at night, even though you’re on a main street. Those old Bordeaux buildings have thick walls, apparently. The only thing that might bug some people is that it faces the street, so mornings can be a bit bright if you’re sensitive to light – but honestly, waking up to that classic French street scene isn’t the worst problem to have.

Here’s the thing about staying here – you’re positioned perfectly for actually experiencing Bordeaux like someone who lives there, not just passing through. The Chartrons district is right up the street (amazing for wine bars and galleries), and when you want to hit the big sights, everything’s walkable or a quick tram ride away. Plus, and this matters if you’re driving, parking isn’t the nightmare it is closer to the center – there are actually spots on the side streets if you’re patient. The 8.3 rating makes sense to me; it’s not luxury, but it’s solid and smart and the kind of place where everything just works. I’d definitely book it again, especially for a longer stay when you want to settle in rather than just crash between tourist activities. The neighborhood has this nice rhythm to it – busy enough to feel alive, but not so hectic that you can’t enjoy your morning coffee without dodging crowds.

Rooms

• Studio with 1 large double bed for 2 adults

Reviews

• Hubert from Germany (9/10)

  Die Schlüsselübergabe war sehr gut organisiert. Die Lage ist ebenfalls sehr gut.

• Elleke from Netherlands (8/10)

  Fijne plek, complete inrichting

• Betsy from Reunion (8/10)

  L'emplacement est proche de tous les commerces. L'appart est sécurisé et calme.

• Paul-kévin from France (8/10)

  Emplacement idéal, proche de tous les commerces et au calme. Tout le nécessaire est présent dans la cuisine, petite épicerie et produits ménagers compris. L’appartement est lumineux et agréable. Accueil et conseils personnalisés, merci Antoine de m’avoir fait découvrir les bons coins de Bordeaux 🙂

• Pierre from France (8/10)

  Agencement ingénieux et optimum.
  Silencieux.
  Lumineux.

• Michel from Canada (8/10)

  Accueil chaleureux de Jean-Christophe, de l'agence Cocoonr. Appartement charmant, tranquille, fonctionnel, tout équipé, moderne et rénové, dans une ancienne fabrique de vélos, style atelier. Très bon emplacement, quartier historique.

• André from Canada (5/10)

  Sa localisation

• Anne-pierre from Belgium (7/10)

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