L Arene Bordeaux  

In Bordeaux’s historic district, steps from the Roman-era Palais Gallien and a short stroll to the Natural History Museum and Jardin Botanique. Minutes on foot from the Grand Théâtre and Rue Sainte-Catherine, this small guesthouse is a compact base for exploring the city’s charms.

An intimate, five-room guesthouse with a cozy lobby fireplace and a quiet library—think boutique scale and historic-city vibes. Rooms come with iPod docking stations, flat-screen TVs and DVD players, plus minibars, safes and blackout drapes. Irons and ironing boards are available on request.

Complimentary wireless internet, tour and ticket assistance, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a vending machine keep stays simple and smooth. Onsite self-parking is available for a charge. Wind down at the bar/lounge after a day of sightseeing.

Complimentary wireless Internet keeps you connected for work or planning your next outing.

Buffet breakfasts are served daily (available for a fee) to start your city mornings. A relaxed bar/lounge on site serves drinks for evening wind-downs.