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Reviews of Résidence de l'Arsenal Royal - Meublés de Tourisme 3 stars

Quai aux Vivres, 17300 Rochefort, France

#19 of 94 hotels in Rochefort

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Review score

Based on 122 apartment reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.5

  • Facilities

    9.0

  • Staff

    8.9

  • Value for money

    8.8

  • Free WiFi

    7.7

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  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Rochefort - a hidden gem!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    We could only stay there one night! This a hidden gem!

    The accommodation is a fantastic setting and in pristine condition. An apartment, it has plenty of space, with washing machine, fridge/freezer, two tv's and a dishwasher! The accommodation manager - Hakim - is an asset to his employer, as he explained everything in great detail, and ensured we had a great time.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 April 2024

    7.0
    The area is nicer and parking good. The bed mattress in the room was old and uncomfortable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bath was not clean and had hair all Over the bath tub The bath tub did not drain and We had to leave the water in the tub, we informed the manager

    The apartment was spacious

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 February 2024

    10
    Going to go definitely go back
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    There needs to be more signs that are clearer you can’t send a message saying waiting in Annex for your arrival and then have no bell working to enter the building (we got soaked in the rain) the man in cafe had to let us through.Also more clear signs in the garage where the elevator is, the room numbers in the corridor are tiny ,I had to mess getting my glasses out to find our room. BUT the accommodation was perfect.

    Stunning building and the apartment was fabulous for the money,looking forward to coming to visit again.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 January 2024

    7.0
    Room to be improved.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very hard to determine where to get and return the key, park, and eat the included breakfast. NOT recommended for handicapped guests: too many stairs to be negotiated. Also the Annexe was not open when stated the next morning entailing even more walking and negotiation of steps. It was an affront to have a Euro 200 hold placed on my credit card: we are elderly travelers not inclined to partying and destructive behaviors. The apartment was adequate. It did not really exude a welcome. It needs a better quality bed and more bed pillows. A parking fee felt de trop. Were I in New York I would expect it. Rochefort? Not so much.

    Magnificent 16th century building lovingly restored into apartments. Beautiful location on a yacht harbor.

    Stayed in January 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 December 2023

    8.0
    Nice complex, shame about the breakfast.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Breakfast was less than satisfactory and probably be better to reduce the cost of accommodation and not offer breakfast as the kitchen is good and there are a number of supermarkets nearby. Poor coffee, and basic bread doesn't make a breakfast. Although the apartment had a washer/dryer there was no iron or ironing board, however upon enquiry we were offered an iron & board for an extra fee of Eu5.00. WTF? With a good (or excluded breakfast) and an iron and board this place could have earned a 10.

    The property is a beautifully renovated Military Arsenal located on the quay. Location is an easy stroll into the old town with plenty of restaurants and cafes. Parking is big, secure and located in the basement of the property with easy access and reasonably priced (for France). Our room was large and well appointed. Bathroom is large. Heating is electric but manageable and worked well. Excellent dedicated desk with plenty of space, good kitchenette. Very helpful staff. The complex is in a quiet location. WiFi was reasonable and reliable (could have been a bit faster but good by French standards). Good water pressure and functional bathroom. USB charges on both sides of the bed. Very comfortable bed. Good pillows.

    Stayed in December 2023

  • Reviewed: 15 November 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Three-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantadtic place to stay Great size

    Stayed in November 2023

  • Reviewed: 14 November 2023

    8.0
    I would highly recommend
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 6 nights

    The security deposit on my account is still blocked after almost three weeks. I have contact the hotel management multiple times but I am still waiting for a feedback. I would have rated the hotel with 9 stars if this hadn't happened.

    Given the fact that I speak French, it wasn't a big deal but I believe it would be tricky for people who can't speak French. To sum it up, I believe there is room for improvement in this regard. The staff were really friendly and helpful (but again, I speak French, I don't know how others who can't speak French would perceive the staff)

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 27 October 2023

    10
    A great place to stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Forecourt view
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing. Everything was perfect

    Wonderful place to stay. Really enjoyed it. The staff were so helpful. This was one of the best places we stayed in. Very , very recommended!!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 October 2023

    10
    great place to stay within an easy walk into town.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    The breakfast was barely adequate, due mainly to being understaffed for the number of guests.

    fantastic apartment, very clean and well equipped. Being able to park our classic car in the underground secure car park -for a small extra chaarge.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 13 October 2023

    10
    Great location this place is a must!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The signage is not good, you have to go to the Annex building to check in.The enormous very heavy steel gates are very hard to open to leave the complex, even a young delivery driver said to us that he had trouble opening them!

    Lovely large complex, lovely staff, large luxurious apartments, big comfortable bed and many kitchen appliances all spotless and clean, very big bathroom. We will stay here again! Very good location.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 5 October 2023

    10
    A truly unique experience (but in a good way)!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Absolutely nothing; I couldn't fault it.

    This place is truly unique. Where else can you stay in a well-decorated and -equipped 400-square-foot apartment in a 17th/18th century naval arsenal complex for €80 per night, including continental breakfast on the terrace of its Piece a Cafe restaurant, which overlooks one of Rochefort's marinas. The staff in its L'Annexe building were also super friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in October 2023

  • Reviewed: 3 October 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night

    The location of the property was excellent, within walking distance of the town. The breakfast was a little hap hazard - the staff didn’t appear to be too interested. We were upgraded to a superior apartment which was faultless

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 29 September 2023

    9.0
    Fascinating stay in old naval facility
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    A bit hard to find. The atmosphere of the place can be a bit like a barracks, with too much concrete in the huge central courtyard, but it has plenty of character. Some guests had difficulty getting in and out of the place. The receptionist didn't open the gate when we buzzed on arrival. These are all minor complaints.

    Lots of grand historic character in this converted naval facility located right by the water. We had an excellent appartment, spacious, clean, well-equipped and quiet. The buffet breakfast in a bar just outside (on the quayside) was especially good. The reception staff are very friendly and there's free parking nearby.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 23 September 2023

    8.0
    Good location in an amazing historical building
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very convoluted process with checking in. No email arrived with instructions on how to even enter the property. Lots of buzzing on doors and unanswered phone calls. If you have a lot of luggage, it’s extremely tricky to move stuff from A to B, particularly if you have a dog in tow. Shower cubicle had a bit of a whiff because of mould ( not the end of the world) but someone had done a wee and not flushed the loo when we arrived. We were offered another room but saw no point after we’d unpacked. Apart from the initial niggles, everything else really was top notch: lovely room and location in an amazing historical building.

    Great location. Lovely room with great amenities

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2023

    9.0
    Unbelievable apartment, excellent value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment Split Level
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fantastic location, slight confusion upon check In regarding access and collection of keys, however we literally booked it 10 minutes before turning up.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 19 September 2023

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Booking.com states that this property has air conditioning (at an extra charge) which is a reason we booked. Upon arrival we were told the property never has had a/c. A mobile unit was found for us, which meant having the extremely large window open, to use it, allowing more heat in than we were pumping out. It was impossible to sleep in the bedroom due to there being no opening window and no air flow, during a heatwave!

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 September 2023

    9.0
    Lovey apartment’s in a historical building right on the waterfront
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights

    There was still work being undertaken which was a little disruptive, especially in the morning, it would have to be nice to have been told about this or offered an apartment not impacted by the work

    Great location within the town, a well equipped spacious apartment with an excellent layout for two couples sharing.

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    7.0
    We stayed an extra night with an upgrade to apartment but we preferred the studio.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Superior One-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No air con. Wrong type of sofa for the apartment the one in the studio better.

    Great location. Ample parking nearby.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    7.0
    All in all a great stay & would return but will take a fan!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    No air con, could at least supply fans. Needed a deep clean, cobwebs in window, dusty blinds, extractor in bathroom thick with dust, hoover needed it’s base cleaned, freezer needed defrosting. For the money paid plus the extra paid for our dog I expected it to sparkle & not just have had a superficial clean. Also no mattress protection, bed & linen was fresh but with no air con & 34 degree heat & rooms in constant use think they need to be mindful. No corkscrew but 10 wine glasses! Our room E003 right next to restaurant extractor so not great when needing to air room. Only 1 key supplied not great when wanted to go out independently from travel companion.

    Great location. Good size accommodation. Beautiful courtyard. Comfy bed. Plenty of nearby parking.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: 6 September 2023

    7.0
    I couldn't stay there again until they have installed A/C
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The apartments need aircon. Its too hot even when the weather out side is not super hot. The car park below ground and even the public areas with high ceilings are cool and have air passing through them and are cooler but the apartment was hot with no air circulating even with windows open. The noisy mobile cooling units in the rooms should be binned as they are so loud you cant use them day or night. Large quiet fans would be a start but AC is needed. Signage is needed everywhere. It was hard to find the reception from the outside, its not that obvious in the courtyard either. If in an emergency exiting the apartment all doors look the same. Its hard to find the refuse area in the basement - some general information for guests in the room would help. Door closers in halls need adjusting to stop them banging. Breakfast was just not organised properly, we felt sorry for the staff as they tried in vain to restock but the facilities for chilling items for breakfast, the layout and the lack of basics left a lot of people scratching their heads. It just needs to be managed. Most hotels would kill for this location, it should be a great breakfast experience but its not. Lastly I think they could charge less or not at all for the parking.

    Beautiful building, two bed apartment had plenty of space, breakfast area also very pretty. Staff were friendly. Parking is convenient. It has all the ingredients to become a great place to stay some day.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 1 September 2023

    7.0
    Great for groups, gaps with small equipment, don't rely on the manager
    • With a pet
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom Apartment with Harbour View
    • Stayed 7 nights

    The organization was quite unprofessional. Although the equipment was reasonable, you could bet that no matter what inconvenience you had, the manager would find an excuse not to try to solve it. For instance, the place has a quite autonomous access method, with different perimeters protected by unmanned heavy entrances. Well, we were six in our apartment and this guy wasn't able to provide more than a single key in the whole week we stayed there. Accordingly, when we had small troubles (say, a kettle that didn't work ...) we didn't even mention to him. Perhaps this was precisely the purpose, I don't know.

    The Arsenal is on a wonderful yet peaceful location. Our apartments were spacious and full of light. They were kind enough to provide bed and feeder for our pet.

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 31 August 2023

    8.0
    A very comfortable apartment
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The inability to easily find how to enter the building and find reception.

    The large well appointed apartment and the included breakfast

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 25 August 2023

    9.0
    Great place to stay, perfect for families, easy reach of restaurants & a pretty quay side position.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Studio with Forecourt view
    • Stayed 1 night

    Nothing

    This is an extrodinary place and a great place to stay as the appartment has everything! Wonderful historical buildings renovated to a high standard overlooking the courtyard or Quai Side. Secure parking (extra charge) is underground and there is a lift for easy access to all floors. Breakfast was good and we could sit on the Quai side. The rooftop bar well worth a visit and good restaurants are a short stroll away. We were greeted by a very friendly receptionist who took us to our room and explained everything - great!

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: 17 August 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Superior Two-Bedroom Apartment
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Went to this place with my 3 kids and wife for 3 nights. Flat huge, clean with a mix of classic and modern design. Employees very friendly and helpful when needed for any request we could have. Really great place.

    Stayed in July 2023

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