FAQ – La Monnaie Hotel in La Rochelle

Are you planning your stay in La Rochelle? Here you’ll find answers to the most frequently asked questions about the Hôtel La Monnaie: access, parking, rooms, spa, breakfast, services, seminars and ideas for things to do around the Old Port. This FAQ will help you organise your arrival, choose the services that best suit your needs and make the most of your stay in the heart of La Rochelle.

Access & location

The Hôtel La Monnaie is situated at 3 Rue de la Monnaie, in the heart of La Rochelle’s historic centre. Its location offers easy access to the Old Port, the iconic towers, the pedestrianised streets, the restaurants and La Concurrence beach. All this in a quiet and peaceful setting.

Yes, the La Monnaie hotel is situated near La Rochelle’s Old Port (a 2-minute walk away), in the historic centre. It’s a convenient location for exploring the city on foot, enjoying the quays, visiting La Rochelle’s towers or getting to the main attractions in the city centre.

Yes, the location of the La Monnaie hotel means you can explore much of La Rochelle on foot. The Old Port, the towers, the central market, the pedestrianised streets, the restaurants, the museums and La Concurrence beach are all within easy reach of the hotel.

Yes, the La Monnaie hotel offers paid parking, subject to booking. We recommend booking your space in advance, particularly at weekends, during school holidays, when events are taking place in La Rochelle, or during the high season.

As La Rochelle’s Old Port is closed to traffic, it is important to follow the route recommended by the hotel. From the RN 237, take the La Rochelle Centre / Lagord exit, then follow Avenue du 11 Novembre, Chemin du Rempart, Rue Réaumur (on the side of the Prefecture), and then Rue des Fagots. Then turn right onto Rue des 2 Moulins. At the entrance, press the button on the post to lower the bollards: the hotel is at number 2.

Yes, the La Monnaie hotel offers facilities for electric cars, with three pay-to-use charging points. To ensure your arrival goes smoothly, we recommend contacting the hotel before your stay to check availability and the terms of use.

La Rochelle SNCF railway station is about a ten-minute drive from the La Monnaie hotel. You can reach the hotel by taxi, local transport or on foot (15 minutes), depending on your luggage and your route through the city centre.

Yes, La Rochelle-Île de Ré Airport is situated about 6 kilometres from the La Monnaie hotel. The journey to the hotel usually takes around fifteen minutes by car, depending on traffic.

Booking & your stay

Booking directly via the official website of the La Monnaie hotel gives you access to room availability, special offers and the options provided by the hotel. It is also the most straightforward way to plan a tailor-made stay in La Rochelle.

Yes, the La Monnaie hotel is ideal for a romantic weekend in La Rochelle, thanks to its location near the Old Port, its tastefully decorated rooms and suites, its La Neuvième Lettre spa, its outdoor patios and its elegant atmosphere in the heart of the city.

Yes, the La Monnaie hotel offers gift vouchers to treat someone to an experience in La Rochelle. Depending on the offers available, this could be a short break, a spa treatment, a beauty treatment, a massage or a relaxing getaway.

Yes, the La Monnaie hotel is suitable for business trips thanks to its central location, free Wi-Fi, comfortable rooms, meeting facilities and convenient services. The hotel allows you to combine business travel with comfort and quick access to the city centre.

Rooms & comfort

The La Monnaie Hotel offers a range of room and suite categories, suitable for short breaks, romantic getaways, family holidays or business trips. The categories range from Cosy rooms to Comfort, Exclusive and Prestige rooms, as well as suites.

Yes, some of the suites and connecting rooms at the La Monnaie hotel are ideal for stays with family or friends. They offer more space than a standard room and allow several people to stay comfortably in the heart of La Rochelle.

Yes, the La Monnaie hotel has rooms suitable for guests with reduced mobility. To ensure your stay goes as smoothly as possible, we recommend that you contact the hotel before booking to check availability and ensure the facilities are suitable for your needs.

Services & experiences

Yes, pets are welcome at the La Monnaie hotel. However, it is best to let us know that you will be bringing your pet when you make your booking, so that our team can confirm the terms and conditions applicable to your stay.

Yes, the La Monnaie hotel features the Spa La Neuvième Lettre, a wellness centre situated in the heart of La Rochelle. The spa offers treatments, massages and experiences in private suites, as well as a fitness centre for hotel guests and non-residents.

Yes, the La Monnaie hotel offers a buffet breakfast, which can be enjoyed in the dining room or via room service. The breakfast features fresh, local and seasonal produce, with a choice of options to suit your preferences.

Yes, the La Monnaie hotel has a bar and tea room. It’s a lovely place to have a drink, take a break during the day or linger a while after a stroll around La Rochelle or a session at the spa.

Yes, free Wi-Fi is one of the services offered by the La Monnaie hotel. It allows you to stay connected whether you’re on a holiday, a business trip or attending a meeting at the hotel.

Yes, the La Monnaie hotel offers two versatile function rooms for hosting a seminar, a meeting, a study day or a business event in La Rochelle. The spaces can accommodate various set-ups, with a capacity of up to 30 participants depending on the layout.

Visiting La Rochelle

From the La Monnaie hotel, you can easily visit La Rochelle’s towers, the Old Port, the pedestrianised streets, the arcades, the museums, the market, the restaurants in the city centre and La Concurrence beach.

La Concurrence Beach is situated near the La Monnaie hotel. It is easily accessible from the city centre and is ideal for a stroll, a break by the sea or a moment of relaxation during a stay in La Rochelle.

During a weekend in La Rochelle, you can visit the Old Port, explore the towers, stroll through the pedestrianised streets, enjoy the market, head to La Concurrence beach, treat yourself to some time at the spa, or organise a trip to Île de Ré.

Yes, the La Monnaie hotel is a good base from which to explore Île de Ré whilst staying in La Rochelle. After exploring the historic centre, you can head over to the island for a day trip, depending on your preferences and your choice of transport.