Grand Hotel Francais – A Favorite for Families in Bordeaux
About the Hotel
Rooms & Accommodations
The hotel offers 35 rooms with queen size beds, private bathrooms with shower or bathtub, and individual climate control. All rooms include free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs with 42 international channels, refrigerators, Nespresso machines, and safes. Two rooms are wheelchair-accessible with wide doors and grab bars. Some rooms feature balconies with views of Bordeaux's historic center.
Dining & Bar
Breakfast buffet operates from 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM, serving cereals, granola, French yogurt, AOC cheeses, jams, breads, juices, and Viennese pastries. Gluten-free and plant-based milk options are available. Bar Casa by Ginto offers craft cocktails created by Meilleur Ouvrier de France mixologist Jérémy Lauilhé, open Sunday-Wednesday 6 PM-12:30 AM and Thursday-Saturday 3 PM-12:30 AM.
Meeting Facilities
Two meeting rooms (Merlot Lounge 39m² and Malbec Lounge) accommodate up to 50 people with high-speed Wi-Fi, LED screens, projectors, and paperboards. Rooms feature air conditioning and natural light, with configurations for theater, classroom, or U-shape setups. Stationery and concierge services for activity coordination are included.
Location & Access
Located on Rue du Temple in central Bordeaux, 2.5 km from Bordeaux Saint-Jean train station and 15 km from Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport. Walking distance to Place de la Bourse, Triangle d'Or, Tourny Allée, Saint-André Cathedral, and Rue Sainte-Catherine shopping street. Tram A stops at Hôtel de Ville, Bus Line 1 stops at Gambetta Mériadeck. Parking available at Clémenceau facility.
Services & Sustainability
24/7 reception offers luggage storage, taxi service, and local recommendations. Pet-friendly (12€ per night, under 10kg). Eco-label certified with low-energy bulbs, waste sorting, and bio-waste collection. Water fountain provides still and sparkling water to reduce plastic use. Supports local beekeeping initiative with hive honey served at breakfast.
Choose from a variety of room types
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Facilities
General
- No smoking on site
- Free Wi-Fi
- Safe deposit box
- 24-hour reception
- VIP check-in/ -out
- Express check-in/ -out
- Pets allowed
- Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
- Wheelchair access
- 24-hour security
- Luggage storage
- Lift
- Coffee shop
- Smoke detectors
- Fire extinguishers
Guest Parking
- Electric kettle
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
- Tours/Ticket assistance
- Welcome drink
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Snack bar
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Children
- Cots
Facilities for people with disabilities
- Toilet for disabled
- Bathroom for disabled
Room features
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Soundproofed rooms
- Sitting area
- Ironing facilities
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
