Top 10 accommodation options in Nantes

Nantes may once have been known as 'la belle endormie', but those days are long gone! Today, Nantes is teeming with addresses, each more surprising, unusual and flamboyant than the last, and the hotels are no exception!

Une chambre de l'Hôtel Amiral, Nantes, France

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Many establishments offer travellers surprising experiences in keeping with the city's creative tradition of art and escapism! Whether your budget is tight or unlimited, whether you like comfort or the unexpected (or both!), the city is bound to have a nugget in store for you!

1. Oceania - L'Hôtel de France

⭐ A starry night's sleep guaranteed in a 4-star hotel. In the heart of the plush Graslin Quarter, just a two-minute walk from the majestic theatre and the Passage Pommeraye, the mythical Hôtel Océania, with its contemporary decor that contrasts with the building's 18th-century style, is ideal for a romantic getaway.

Single room - L'Hôtel de France, Oceania

The bedding is particularly comfortable and some rooms have a direct view of the square and the Théâtre Graslin. A magnificent gym and a bar open every day are available to travellers. With a location that couldn't be more central, the Océania is the ideal address for lovers of chic!

Oceania l'Hôtel de France Nantes Nantes

Oceania l'Hôtel de France Nantes

The Oceania l'Hôtel de France Nantes welcomes you in the city centre. The interior of the hotel has been designed in a contemporary style to complement the architecture of the 18th-century hall.
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2. Hôtel Amiral

Une chambre de l'Hôtel Amiral, Nantes, France

⭐ One of the most relaxing addresses in Nantes, l'Amiral is a real invitation to travel and escape... You feel good here, the colours are soft, the welcome from the staff is very pleasant, and warm.

The rooms are beautiful and pay homage to the heyday of Nantes' maritime and river trade. Just a stone's throw from the Graslin theatre, it's an excellent base from which to explore the city. Special mention should be made of the Dream Jungle room, created by artist Makiko Furuichi as part of the trip to Nantes, whose walls are invaded by a superb fresco of colourful vegetation.

Hôtel Amiral Nantes
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Hôtel Amiral

The Hôtel Amiral is 1 km from the Château des Ducs de Bretagne and Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul cathedral.
8 Very good
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3. Le Saint-Patrick Hotel

Saint-Patrick Hotel

⭐ If you're looking for a simple, affordable yet pleasant address in a great location, look no further than the Saint-Patrick Hôtel! Here, the rooms are unpretentious but very well kept and the hotel's big plus point is that it's on one of the city's most charming streets, a stone's throw from the Bouffay Quarter.

Hôtel Saint-Patrick on rue Saint-Nicolas in Nantes.

This is one of the streets in Nantes where it's great to enjoy a coffee on the terrace in the morning. With its warm atmosphere, welcoming staff and perfect location, the Saint-Patrick Hôtel has nothing to envy the city's most opulent establishments!

Saint-Patrick Hotel Nantes

Saint-Patrick Hotel

Place Royale is 250 metres from the Hôtel Saint-Patrick, while Nantes' Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul cathedral is a 10-minute walk away. The hotel is an ideal base for exploring Nantes.
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4. Hôtel Le Cambronne

Hotel Le Cambronne

⭐ Located in the central Graslin district, Le Cambronne hotel is a charming place to stay in Nantes. Its rather vintage red and white atmosphere is particularly friendly and the food is absolutely delicious.

Le Cambronne hotel room

Once again, an excellent address for a romantic getaway at a very affordable price. Note that the Cambronne hotel is taking part in the Chambres d'artiste operation and is offering an astonishing futuristic room designed by Simon Thiou.

Hôtel Le Cambronne Nantes

Hôtel Le Cambronne

Hôtel Le Cambronne is just 140 metres from Place Graslin, and you can walk to the Machines de l'Île art project in 10 minutes.
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5. Hôtel Cœur de Loire

English garden - Hôtel Cœur de Loire

⭐ Located in a charming residential mansion in the Saint-Félix district, away from the hustle and bustle of the city centre, the Coeur de Loire hotel is a haven of tranquillity. What a delight to be able to sip your morning coffee in the delightful English-style garden and enjoy a delicious home-cooked breakfast in the form of a buffet - it's like being at home!

Hotel Cœur de Loire

Don't hesitate to ask for a room with a garden view. With its warm, bucolic atmosphere that lets you experience the city in a different way, the Coeur de Loire makes our hearts beat faster!

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Coeur de Loire

The Coeur De Loire is located in Nantes, 1.7 km from the Château des Ducs de Bretagne. It offers a buffet breakfast, served on the terrace overlooking the garden.
8.9 Superb
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6. Le Sozo Hotel

Hotel Sozo in Nantes

⭐ Perhaps the most beautiful hotel in the Cité des Ducs. Located in Nantes city centre, opposite the Jardin des Plantes, Hôtel Sozo occupies a chapel dating back to the 19th century. The very designer decor contrasts with the superb stained glass windows and stone walls of the building.

Double room - Sozo hotel

The rooms are simply sublime and some of them offer a view of the magnificent Jardin des Plantes. Every morning you can enjoy a buffet breakfast featuring regional produce. Prices are obviously not for everyone, but for a gift or an occasion, the experience is unforgettable.

SOZO 4* Hotel Nantes

SOZO 4* Hotel

Located in Nantes city centre, opposite the Jardin des Plantes, Sozo Hôtel occupies a 19th-century chapel.
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7. Logis Hôtel Duquenne

Double room - Logis Hôtel Duquenne

⭐ This charming hotel (2 stars) located in the centre of Nantes, 100 metres from the Tour de Bretagne is a nice hotel for those looking for an inexpensive address in the heart of Nantes where they serve a breakfast made with artisanal and organic products!

Logis Hôtel Duquenne

📍 Perfectly placed to discover all the city's must-see sights nearby. Quiet, authentic and comfortable, this is the perfect accommodation for a romantic weekend away.

2* Logis Hôtel Duquesne Nantes

2* Logis Hôtel Duquesne

This 2-star hotel is located in Nantes city centre, 100 metres from the Tour de Bretagne.
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8. The Radisson BLU

The former Palais de Justice in Nantes, now the Radisson BLU.

⭐ Located in the superb building of the former Palais de Justice in Nantes, the Radisson BLU is unquestionably the most luxurious hotel in the city. First floor service, Gourmet restaurant large tastefully appointed suites, it's a great gift to give.

Radisson BLU Hotel in Nantes

📍 The hotel also benefits from a very central location close to the Graslin district and not far from all the city centre attractions, and that too is a luxury!

Radisson BLU Hotel Nantes 4* Nantes
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Radisson BLU Hotel Nantes 4*

The Radisson BLU Hotel Nantes is located in the city centre, just 1.3 km from the Loire River.
8.2 Very good
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9. Maisons du Monde Hotel

Double room, Hôtel Maisons du Monde, Nantes

⭐ If you want style and originality for your stay in Nantes, look no further! Located right in the city centre, the Maisons du Monde Hôtel offers themed suites to suit all tastes: for explorers, the ExploChic room; for rock lovers and glam, the Jagger room.

Chambre ExploChic - Hôtel Maisons du Monde

5 room styles and 11 flat styles are available... you'll have to come back to try them all! Note that different price ranges are available for different rooms

Maisons du Monde Hotel & Suites Nantes
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Maisons du Monde Hotel & Suites

The world of this hotel, just a stone's throw from the historic quarter, is surprising but harmonious!
8.2 Very good
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10. Flat from the Earth to the Moon

Enough to make your stay in Nantes even more unforgettable! The flat is located in L'hôtel DURBE, a sumptuous vestige of 18th-century Nantes architecture, on the banks of the Loire.

📍 Address: 86 Quai de la Fosse 44100 Nantes

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Apartment located in the DURBE hotel

Are you fascinated by the world of Jules Verne and fed up with ordinary homes with no personality? We've got just what you need! The "surprenantes destinations" organisation is offering you a superb 80-room family flat based on the world of Jules Verne, filled with unusual objects to spark the imagination. Children can even sleep on a lunar platform and shower in a spaceship.

by Jude JONES
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