Maison 7 personnes – Bordeaux

Hotel Description

You know what caught me off guard about Maison 7 personnes? Walking up to 33 Cité Mouneyra, I honestly wasn’t expecting much from the outside – it’s this quiet residential street that feels more like where actual Bordelais live rather than where tourists usually end up. But that’s exactly what makes this place special. You’re staying in a proper Bordeaux neighborhood, not some sterile hotel district, and I mean that in the best way possible.

The house itself – and it really is a house, not just rooms – has this lived-in authenticity that you can’t fake. Seven people fit comfortably here, though I’d say six is the sweet spot if you actually want to spread out a bit. The kitchen actually works (shocking, I know), and there’s something satisfying about picking up ingredients at the little market on Cours de la Marne and cooking dinner instead of hunting for restaurant reservations every night. The living areas have that French apartment vibe – not Instagram-perfect, but genuinely comfortable with enough character to make you feel like you’re staying somewhere real. Parking can be a bit of a dance around here, but honestly, that’s just Bordeaux for you, and once you’re settled, you barely need the car anyway.

What really sold me on this spot is how it sits in the city. You’re actually close enough to walk to the cathedral and all that tourist stuff – maybe fifteen minutes if you don’t mind a stroll – but far enough away that you’re not dealing with cruise ship crowds outside your door. The tram line isn’t far either, which is clutch for getting around without the parking headache. Evenings here are pretty peaceful; you might hear some neighborhood sounds, but it’s more “people coming home from work” than “drunk tourists at 2 AM.” The area comes alive during market days, and there’s this bakery about two blocks over that locals actually go to – you’ll know it by the line of people who clearly aren’t tourists. I found myself looking forward to that morning walk for croissants more than I expected. It’s these little routines that make a place feel less like a hotel stay and more like you’re actually living in Bordeaux for a few days, which is sort of the whole point, right?

Bordeaux’s hotels range from charming boutique properties in the historic city center to elegant châteaux converted into luxury accommodations in the surrounding wine country.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $210. Apartment with 1 single bed, 2 × 1 double bed and 1 large double bed for Max persons: 7

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