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“A 5-star hotel in the historic centre of Bordeaux. The rooms are grand and sleek with ornate touches; some have hot tubs on private terraces. There's a gourmet French restaurant, a swish cocktail bar, plus a luxe spa. A glamorous outdoor pool is the icing on the cake. A stunning city bolthole.”

“A 5-star hotel in the historic centre of Bordeaux. The rooms are grand and sleek with ornate touches; some have hot tubs on private terraces. There's a gourmet French restaurant, a swish cocktail bar, plus a luxe spa. A glamorous outdoor pool is the icing on the cake. A stunning city bolthole.”

Recommended For

  • Local exploring
  • Bordeaux's historic centre is classed as a World Heritage Site so there's plenty of wonderful buildings and museums to explore
  • Romantic Break
  • Opt for the Montaigne Suite for a double walk-in shower, a hot tub on a private terrace, plus romantic rooftop views
  • Local markets
  • The Saint Michel Flea Market offers an eclectic array of items up for sale, such as antiques, paintings, and general bric-a-brac
  • Sights nearby
  • One of Bordeaux’s most intriguing sights, the Porte Cailhau, resembles a Disney castle with its spires and stone decorations
  • Other Activities
  • Away from the large classical boulevards wander through the narrow streets with quaint boutiques and small cafes
  • Wine tasting
  • Take advantage of the old town’s plethora of wine bars, and while away the hours in a typically French manner
  • Cycling
  • The old town benefits from cycle lanes and narrow streets that perfectly accommodate bicycles
  • Yoga
  • Museums
  • Close to nightlife
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • The Deluxe Garden Terrace Room, Prestige Jacuzzi Room and the Suites have private terraces
  • Private Hot Tub
  • Several of the suites and the Prestige Jacuzzi Rooms come with private outdoor hot tub
  • Spa
  • Spa Nuxe with hammam, hot tub, sauna and wide range of relaxing treatments
  • Restaurant
  • La Table de Montaigne serves traditional French cuisine
  • Pet friendly
  • Pets are welcome for a fee
  • Downtown
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Luxury
  • Hammam
  • Chic
  • Gym
  • Child friendly
  • 5* Luxury
  • Disabled access
  • Views
  • Wellbeing
  • Contemporary
  • Charming
  • Romantic

Facilities

  • Rooms with balcony/terrace
  • The Deluxe Garden Terrace Room, Prestige Jacuzzi Room and the Suites have private terraces
  • Private Hot Tub
  • Several of the suites and the Prestige Jacuzzi Rooms come with private outdoor hot tub
  • Spa
  • Spa Nuxe with hammam, hot tub, sauna and wide range of relaxing treatments
  • Restaurant
  • La Table de Montaigne serves traditional French cuisine
  • Pet friendly
  • Pets are welcome for a fee
  • Swimming Pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Meeting Room
  • Safe
  • Sauna/Steam
  • Walking distance restaurants
  • Airport transfer
  • Bar
  • Bath robes
  • Massage
  • Sit-out Terrace
  • Babysitting
  • Laundry
  • Hammam
  • Garden
  • Gym
  • Child friendly
  • Room service
  • 24 Hour room service
  • Disabled access
  • Suites
  • Hot Tub
  • Concierge
  • Satellite / Cable TV
  • Air conditioning
  • Wifi
  • Views

Activities

  • Local markets
  • The Saint Michel Flea Market offers an eclectic array of items up for sale, such as antiques, paintings, and general bric-a-brac
  • Sights nearby
  • One of Bordeaux’s most intriguing sights, the Porte Cailhau, resembles a Disney castle with its spires and stone decorations
  • Other Activities
  • Away from the large classical boulevards wander through the narrow streets with quaint boutiques and small cafes
  • Wine tasting
  • Take advantage of the old town’s plethora of wine bars, and while away the hours in a typically French manner
  • Cycling
  • The old town benefits from cycle lanes and narrow streets that perfectly accommodate bicycles
  • Close to nightlife
  • Yoga
  • Museums
  • Theatre

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An outdoor swimming pool is a rare find in hotels within central Bordeaux, but at Le Palais Gallien its outdoor spaces, including a seasonal pool and garden and rooftop terrace, are not the only draw. Within the walls of this 19th-century private mansion, the hotel features 28 rooms – some with private terrace jacuzzis – a cocktail bar and restaurant serving traditional French cuisine, and a spa featuring an indoor pool, sauna, hammam and treatment rooms.

Originally published by Monica Mendal, CN Traveller

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