Saint-Nicolas

La Rochelle

Popular places to visit

Minimes Beach which includes a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Minimes Beach

4/5(3 reviews)

Spend the afternoon enhancing your tan on La Rochelle’s largest beach, before viewing the lavish yachts in the port.

Minimes Beach
Le Vieux Port de La Rochelle

Vieux Port

4.5/5(13 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in La Rochelle with a trip to Vieux Port. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Vieux Port
La Rochelle Hotel de Ville

La Rochelle Hotel de Ville

4.5/5(7 reviews)

After visiting La Rochelle Hotel de Ville, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in La Rochelle. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

La Rochelle Hotel de Ville
Tour St. Nicolas

Tour St. Nicolas

5/5(4 reviews)

Learn about the local history of La Rochelle when you spend time at Tour St. Nicolas. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Tour St. Nicolas
Tour de la Chaine

Tour de la Chaine

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can learn about the history of La Rochelle with a trip to Tour de la Chaine. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Tour de la Chaine
Tour de la Lanterne

Tour de la Lanterne

5/5(4 reviews)

You can learn about the history of La Rochelle with a trip to Tour de la Lanterne. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.

Tour de la Lanterne

Things to do

La Rochelle: 1-Hour Boat Tour of the Bay

La Rochelle: 1-Hour-15-Min Boat Tour of the Bay

￥3,125
per adult
La Rochelle: 1-Hour-15-Min Boat Tour of the Bay
La Rochelle: Catamaran Cruise

La Rochelle: Catamaran Cruise

￥5,882
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
La Rochelle: Catamaran Cruise
La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise

La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise

￥6,433
per adult
La Rochelle: Sailing Cruise
La Rochelle: Fort Boyard Guided Boat Trip

La Rochelle: Fort Boyard Guided Boat Trip

￥3,988
per adult
La Rochelle: Fort Boyard Guided Boat Trip
La Rochelle : Sunset Catamaran Cruise

La Rochelle : Sunset Catamaran Cruise (2h00)

￥6,069
per adult
La Rochelle : Sunset Catamaran Cruise (2h00)
Saint-Martin-de-Ré : Sunset Catamaran Cruise

Saint-Martin-de-Ré : Sunset Catamaran Cruise (2h00)

￥7,977
per adult
Saint-Martin-de-Ré : Sunset Catamaran Cruise (2h00)
See all activities in La Rochelle

Saint-Nicolas Hotel Deals

Hôtel La Fabrique

Hôtel La Fabrique

3 out of 5
7-9-11 rue de la Fabrique, La Rochelle
The price is ￥13,111 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
￥13,111
￥15,026 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (623 reviews)
"Brilliant hotel right in the middle of things. Stayed for one night, family of 4 in one room and there was plenty of room and beds were comfortable. Loved it."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Hôtel La Fabrique
Hôtel La Tour de Nesle La Rochelle Vieux Port

Hôtel La Tour de Nesle La Rochelle Vieux Port

3 out of 5
2, quai Louis Durand, La Rochelle, CM
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ￥17,620 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
￥17,620
￥19,986 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (203 reviews)
"This is fantastic hotel that allows you to plug in to the joy of La Rochelle, both in its great location and in the hotel style. I loved staying here in my room with a view of Vieux Port."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Hôtel La Tour de Nesle La Rochelle Vieux Port
Hôtel Le Yachtman, The Originals Collection

Hôtel Le Yachtman, The Originals Collection

4 out of 5
23 Quai Valin, Vieux Port Sud, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime
Stay at this 4-star hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Minimes Beach and Vieux Port are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (353 reviews)
Great location
"Great location on the harbour. The pool is a welcome relief from the heat. Staff are friendly. The only negative which impacts the scores is the air conditioning in our room was broken which made nights swelteringly hot."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Get rates
Hôtel Le Yachtman, The Originals Collection
Hôtel Le Bord'O Vieux Port

Hôtel Le Bord'O Vieux Port

2 out of 5
43 Rue Saint Nicolas, La Rochelle, Charente-maritime
The price is ￥14,951 per night from Sep 2 to Sep 3
￥14,951
￥16,824 total
Sep 2 - Sep 3
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (177 reviews)
"Wonderful location and surprisingly quiet for being in such a central part of the city.There is no elevator so ask for a lower floor if you have bigger luggage."

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

Hôtel Le Bord'O Vieux Port
Hotel Saint Nicolas

Hotel Saint Nicolas

4 out of 5
13 Rue Sardinerie, La Rochelle, Charente-Maritime
The price is ￥20,087 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
￥20,087
￥23,040 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (811 reviews)
"Property was very well located within easy reach of the port and train station. Local bars and restaurants wirhin walking distance"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Hotel Saint Nicolas
ibis La Rochelle Vieux-Port

ibis La Rochelle Vieux-Port

3 out of 5
Place Du Cdt De La Motte Rouge, La Rochelle, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
The price is ￥14,439 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
￥14,439
￥16,487 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in La Rochelle. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Minimes Beach and La Grande Roue ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (288 reviews)
"Location was easy to get to local attractions."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

ibis La Rochelle Vieux-Port
See all 5,300 properties in Saint-Nicolas
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighborhoods around Saint-Nicolas

Natural History Museum showing a house and a park

La Rochelle City Centre

4.5/5(14 area reviews)

La Rochelle City Centre is known for its waterfront views, and you can plan a trip to Vieux Port and La Rochelle Hotel de Ville while you're in town.

La Rochelle City Centre
Sunset in La Rochelle

Le Gabut

You'll enjoy the restaurants and waterfront in Le Gabut. You might want to make time for a stop at Tour St. Nicolas or Bay of Biscay.

Le Gabut
This building is indexed in the Base Mérimée, a database of architectural heritage maintained by the French Ministry of Culture, under the reference PA17000061 .
Photo by Guiguilacagouille (page does not exist) (CC BY-SA)

La Ville-en-Bois

Travelers to La Ville-en-Bois praise its captivating waterfront views. If you've got some more time to explore, be sure to make a stop by Musée des Automates and Musée des Modeles Reduits.

La Ville-en-Bois
Minimes Beach

Les Minimes

Les Minimes is beloved for its captivating waterfront views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Port des Minimes and Minimes Beach.

Les Minimes
Default Image

Fétilly

Fétilly is well-liked for its waterfront views. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like La Rochelle Central Market and Natural History Museum.

Fétilly
Default Image

La Pallice

Travelers like the historic sites in La Pallice, and Port de la Pallice is a top attraction you might want to visit.

La Pallice

Saint-Nicolas