20 Rue Elisée Reclus, Bordeaux City-Centre, 33000 Bordeaux, France
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Sublime appartement Bordeaux Hôtel de Ville Overview

First Impressions

Walking up to Sublime appartement Bordeaux Hôtel de Ville, you immediately sense you’ve found something special in the heart of this beautiful French city. The three-star property sits right on Rue Elisée Reclus, and honestly, the location couldn’t be better — I mean, you’re literally steps from the Hôtel de Ville and all the main attractions. What struck me first was how this place manages to feel both intimate and perfectly positioned, tucked into Bordeaux’s city center without any of the chaos you might expect.

Location & Neighborhood

The location score of 9.8 isn’t just marketing fluff — it’s actually spot-on. You can walk to Place de la Bourse in about five minutes, and the tram stops are right there when you want to explore further out. What I love about this particular street is that it’s residential enough to feel authentic, but you’re still surrounded by those gorgeous Bordeaux limestone buildings and wine bars. Couples seem to really get this vibe (and the ratings back that up), probably because there’s something romantic about having your own apartment-style space while being able to stroll to dinner along the Garonne.

The Apartment Experience

This isn’t your typical hotel room situation — Sublime appartement Bordeaux Hôtel de Ville offers that apartment feel that makes you settle in differently. The space has character, with those high ceilings and French windows you hope for in Bordeaux. It’s not upscale-level fancy, but it’s comfortable and well-thought-out, with a kitchen area that actually works if you want to grab some local cheese and wine for a quiet evening in. The three-star rating feels right — you’re getting solid comfort and style without paying premium prices.

Practical Perks

Here’s something that’ll save you headaches: they have free private parking on-site, which is honestly a game-changer in Bordeaux’s city center. I’ve stayed in places where you spend half your vacation budget on parking fees, so this is a real bonus. The apartment setup means you have more flexibility with your schedule too — no rushing down for breakfast or worrying about hotel restaurant hours. You know what? Sometimes it’s nice to make your own coffee and plan your day at your own pace.

Why Guests Love It

The combination of that unbeatable location and the apartment-style independence really works here. You get the best of both worlds — you’re in the real heart of Bordeaux with everything walkable, but you also have your own space to retreat to. The 6.8 rating suggests it’s not perfect for everyone, but for travelers who want authentic Bordeaux living with modern comfort, it hits the mark. Couples especially seem to appreciate having their own little French pied-à-terre, and honestly, I can see why — there’s something special about feeling like a local, even if it’s just for a few days.

Sublime appartement Bordeaux Hôtel de Ville Accommodations

AccommodationDetails
Two-Bedroom Apartment2 × 1 large double bed and 2 × 1 double bed for 4 adults
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Reviews of Sublime appartement Bordeaux Hôtel de Ville

  • Monica from United States (6/10)

    The location is fantastic and close to many restaurants and easy transportation. The parking is just 6 min walk from the property what is a plus considering it’s very difficult (and expensive) to park along the city. The checkin system was pretty easy.

  • Anthony from United Kingdom (8/10)

    Apartment was lovely very clean and comfortable

  • Sharron from United Kingdom (5/10)

    Very central to the city, excellent location

  • Sonia from Australia (7/10)

    We were a bit anxious about our stay as we'd read a bad review — but we absolutely loved it! If you're wanting to stay in a beautiful, classic apartment that makes you feel like a genuine local, this is the place for you! We were happy to miss out on what might be considered more 'modern' conveniences – like a lift, or a more convenient bathroom/shower/toilet lay-out (you'll see when you get there!) for the wonderful ambience of a tastefully decorated, old-world-feel, authentic apartment. The beds were very comfortable, the kitchen was clean, everything worked as it should. The location was the cherry on top – close to everything.

  • Ivan from Czech Republic (4/10)

    Location was very nice.

  • Juliette from France (8/10)

    Emplacement idéal
    Beaux espaces
    Appartement agréable à vivre
    Hôte chaleureuse et réactive

  • Luisa from Spain (8/10)

    La ubicación y el mobiliario. La cocina bien equipada y limpios todos los utensilios. La nevera espectacular

  • Mar from Spain (1/10)

  • Anne from France (5/10)

    emplacement très central

  • Olga from France (7/10)

Surroundings

What’s nearby:

  • Parc Vinet: 850 m
  • Clos Serein: 750 m
  • Square Vinet: 850 m
  • Jean Moulin Museum: 300 m
  • Saint-Pierre Square: 950 m
  • Jardin du Palais Rohan: 100 m
  • Bordeaux Fine Arts Museum: 30 m
  • Sq des Martyres de la Résistance: 850 m
  • Bienvenue à la Ferme en Haute-Garonne: 900 m

Restaurants & cafes:

  • Restaurant Phénix d’Or: 150 m
  • Restaurant Chef’s Concert: 150 m
  • Restaurant Glouton Le Bistrot: 150 m

Top attractions:

  • Stone Bridge: 1.5 km
  • La Cite du Vin: 4.1 km
  • Place de la Bourse: 1.2 km
  • Bordeaux-Pessac Zoo: 12 km
  • Great Bell Bordeaux: 900 m
  • Museum of Aquitaine: 550 m
  • Chaban Delmas Bridge: 4 km
  • Wine and Trade Museum: 2.4 km
  • Esplanade des Quinconces: 1.4 km
  • CAPC Musee d’Art Contemporain: 1.5 km

Natural beauty:

  • Lake Bordeaux-Lac: 5 km
  • Forest Bois de Saige: 7 km

Public transport:

  • Train Caudéran-Mérignac: 4.9 km
  • Train Bordeaux Saint-Jean Train Station: 2.6 km

Closest airports:

  • Bordeaux– Mérignac Airport: 10 km

Facilities

Bedroom:

  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet

Kitchen:

  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Tumble dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bathroom:

  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bidet
  • Additional toilet
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Hairdryer
  • Bath

Living Area:

  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Desk

Food & Drink:

  • Tea/Coffee maker

Accessibility:

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Miscellaneous:

  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Room Amenities:

  • Socket near the bed
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Ironing facilities
  • Iron

Languages spoken:

  • French

Safety & security:

  • Smoke alarms

Media & Technology:

  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV

Reception services:

  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Express check-in/check-out

Great for your stay:

  • Parking
  • Private bathroom
  • Pets allowed
  • Bath
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen
  • Free parking
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Washing machine

Building characteristics:

  • Private apartment in building
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House Rules at Sublime appartement Bordeaux Hôtel de Ville

Pets:

  • Free! Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

Parties:

  • Parties/events are not allowed

Smoking:

  • Smoking is not allowed.

Check-in:

  • From 16:00
  • You’ll need to let the property know in advance what time you’ll arrive.

Check-out:

  • Until 10:00

Cancellation/prepayment:

  • Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Guest reviews

Staff:

7.4

Comfort:

6.8

Location:

9.6

Facilities:

7.2

Cleanliness:

7.3

Value for money:

7.0