Midrange
Hotel de Normandie
7-9, cours du 30- juillet, tel 05 56 52 16 80. while the rooms are rather bland, the location and views of the place des quinconces from the rooms are stunning.
The Ibis Bordeaux St Jean
19, quai paludate. tel: +335/56942525 (http://hotel-ibis-bordeau...). very accessible from gare st jean railway station, the rooms are small but self contained. basic but in a great location. prices ranging from â¬53 to â¬90.
Tulip Inn Bordeaux
4, rue martignac and 11, rue mautrec, tel 05 56 48 00 88. charming 18th century hotel, with fine furnishings throughout the hotel, with mahogany furnishings and beech furniture. close to the grand theatre and the triangle d'or.
A blue Lodge in Bordeaux
70, rue de sã©gur 33000 bordeaux, tel +33 06 78 25 85 83. lovely guestrooms into a preserved and typical house from bordeaux : a 19th century "ã©choppe" with garden. located on the tramway b line leading to the historical city centre. also direct from the train station with bus nâ°9. easy and free parking. close to universities and victoire.
Top end
Petit Hotel Labottiere
14, rue francis-martin, tel +33 05 56 48 44 10. listed as a historical monument, this 18th century hotel exudes opulence and style. luxurious furnishings abound but with a modern level a comfort. well worth the indulgence.
Regent
The only five-star hotel in bordeaux, is located near the bordeaux theatre. includes the michelin-starred restaurant le pressoir d'argent and many casual cafes where you can savour the local cuisine. rooms are impeccably decorated, and include separate marble bathrooms. approximately 350 euros for a superior room, about 20 square meters. 2-5 place de la comedie 33000 bordeaux. tel: +33 05 57 30 44 44 (http://www.theregentborde...).
Burdigala
115, rue georges-bonnac, tel +33 05 56 90 16 16. displaying a european elegance, the burdigala attracts a cosmopolitan clientele that appreciates its multi-lingual staff and spacious rooms complete with marble bathrooms. hotel also hosts long term stays.
The Sofitel Bordeaux
Hotel is close to the banks of the bordeaux lake, near the convention center. there is a private swimming pool. 1 avenue jean-gabriel domergue in bordeaux le lac. tel: + 33 05 56 69 66 66, (http://hotel-sofitel-bord...).
Mercure Libertel Claret
18, parvis des chartons, tel +33 05 56 01 79 79. more than just a luxury hotel, the mercure also features a wine bar that showcases 200 different wines from all over the world. the spacious rooms have all been renovacted and display a subtle elegance.
Most tourist hotels are close to the railway station that is, close to the Quais. There are some luxury hotels close to Gambetta square and Quinconces square, which are really nice but rather expensive.
Bordeaux has a recently-built youth hostel, close to the railway station, which can be worth a visit for a few nights - remember to book in advance.
Auberge de la jeunesse
22 cours barbey. tel: +335/56 330 070, (http://www.auberge-jeunes...). bordeaux's only hostel has decent facilities. breakfast and bedding is included. note that there is a lock-out between 2am and 5am so plan your night accordingly. â¬23 per person/night.