le loft bleu – un atelier-cocon élégant & central

Hotel Description

You know what struck me first about le loft bleu? The name actually makes sense once you’re inside – there’s this gorgeous blue accent wall that somehow manages to feel both artistic and cozy at the same time. It’s tucked away on Rue Séraphin, which honestly I’d never heard of before booking, but it turns out to be this quiet little street that’s maybe a seven-minute walk from Place Gambetta. The whole “atelier-cocon” thing in the name isn’t just French marketing speak either – it genuinely feels like you’re staying in some designer’s carefully curated workspace that they’ve transformed into the perfect urban hideaway.

The space itself is what I’d call thoughtfully minimal, if that makes sense. Everything has its place, from the sleek kitchenette (which actually has proper coffee, not those terrible pods) to the way the bathroom is integrated without feeling cramped. I mean, Paris gets all the credit for stylish small spaces, but Bordeaux clearly knows what it’s doing too. The bed situation is solid – not too firm, not too soft, and the linens feel expensive without being fussy. What really won me over though was the attention to lighting; there are these warm, dimmable fixtures that make evening wine sessions feel properly atmospheric. And speaking of wine, you’re literally a fifteen-minute stroll from some of the best natural wine bars in the city center – I stumbled onto Rue des Bahutiers one evening and basically didn’t come back until midnight.

The location is sort of perfect for people who want to feel like they’re living in Bordeaux rather than just visiting it. Sure, you’re not right on the tramline, but honestly that’s better because you avoid the tourist crowds heading to the big attractions. Instead, you get this residential vibe where you’ll hear actual Bordelais walking their dogs in the morning rather than tour groups. Parking can be a bit of a dance – there’s no dedicated spot, but I managed street parking without too much drama, though I’d recommend the Gambetta parking garage if you’re staying longer than a couple days. The 8.3 rating feels about right; it’s not going to blow your mind with luxury amenities, but it delivers exactly what it promises with genuine style and comfort. If you’re the type who appreciates good design and wants to explore Bordeaux like someone who actually lives there, this place gets it right.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $114. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 2

Reviews

• Lovely apartment. Would definitely recommend. – Samantha from United Kingdom – 27 April 2025 (8/10)

  Loved the location as it was close to Metro or to walk to the shops and restaurants in the main shopping area of Bordeaux.
  Very clean, bed was comfortable and had good equipment if we wanted to cook. Great T.V to watch in bed. Heating worked as it was wet and cold when we visit.
  
  What could be improved: The shower wasn’t attached to the wall high enough. It only washed the bottom half so had to hold it above our heads to shower. The doors on the shower didn’t close to stop the water leaking.

• Nice apartment in a good location – Roberta from France – 22 October 2024 (7/10)

  The Loft is a very beautiful apartment and very well located in a Top area of ​​Bordeaux. The owner is very kind. You feel like you are at home. The sleeping bed is very comfortable.
  
  What could be improved: The only problem I noticed is the cleaning, it really leaves a lot to be desired, food crumbs in the drawers and with the cutlery, dirty clothes inside the washing machine, coffee from the previous guest inside the coffee machine, a lot of dirt on the living room carpet , and the shower is also clogged, the water doesn't flow well. I recommend it, but they should change the person who cleans the apartment.

• Superb – Christiane from France – 29 April 2024 (9/10)

  Le quartier, l'immeuble, l'appartement et son aménagement très agréable.
  Les transports en commun et lieux à visiter à proximité.
  
  What could be improved: "Petit" bémol pour la table de cuisson, l'absence de porte-serviettes et de tablettes de lit.
  Ménage à améliorer.

• Bel loft, molto comodo! – Carlotta from Italy – 18 September 2023 (8/10)

  Ottima posizione, a pochi passi dalla fermata del tram A (che collega direttamente il centro di Bordeaux all'aeroporto), dal centro commerciale e dalle attrazioni della città.
  Quartiere silenzioso e tranquillo.
  La casa è fornita di tutto ciò che può essere utile.
  Gentilissimo il proprietario e molto accogliente.
  
  What could be improved: Qualche piccola distrazione sulla pulizia della biancheria e dei cassetti.
  Il materasso troppo morbido, ma è solo una preferenza personale.

• Superb – Esteban from Spain – 11 February 2025 (9/10)

  Ubicación
  
  What could be improved: El techo de la habitación

• Superb – Karine from France – 11 November 2024 (9/10)

  son emplacement .la proximité du centre . le loft en lui meme es tres bien .

• Good – Silvia from Italy – 23 May 2024 (7/10)

  Posizione buona e tranquilla.
  Buona connessione Wi-Fi.
  Comodità check-in e checkout
  Indicazioni complete
  
  What could be improved: Non ci sono accappatoi e prodotti da bagno che erano segnati sulla lista
  Doccia piena di calcare
  Nessun cassetto disponibile perché pieno di altro
  Non viene specificato nell’annuncio che la camera è un sotterraneo
  In generale pulizia migliorabile

• Günstige Stadtwohnung – Sabine from Germany – 27 August 2023 (8/10)

  Nettes neu renoviertes gemütliches Apartment in guter ruhiger Lage.
  
  What could be improved: Bad und Schlafzimmer sind in Kellergeschoss, daher etwas dunkel und feucht.

• Good – Josefina from Chile – 21 June 2024 (7/10)

  La ubicación increíble, el piso de arriba un lujo, limpio y super comodo
  
  What could be improved: La humedad del piso de abajo es alta, especialmente que nos tocó mucha lluvia. El piso de abajo no tenia muy buen olor. Igual hay deshumidificador pero se siente harto la humedad

• Exceptional – Ikpo from France – 22 April 2025 (10/10)

  Appartement propre et calme, facile d'accès et proche de toutes les commodités.
  Je recommande
  
  What could be improved: Rien a signaler

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