The Maison des Ambassadeurs, La Rochelle’s historic 5 star hotel, celebrates the travels of French Ambassador Albert Bodard, La Rochelle’s most famous son, through its personal style, elegant décor, refined cuisine and eclectic bar selection.
At the height of the 19th Century, the ambassadors of the French Empire brought their nation’s lifestyle to the four corners of the globe. This was the era of Albert Bodard, La Rochelle’s famous ambassador and explorer who travelled the world with residences in Mexico, Iran, Ethiopia, Afghanistan, Indonesia and China. Although Bodard had a life of adventure, political intrigue and endless entertaining, La Rochelle was the one place in the world he could always call home.
Situated under the historic arches on the rue de Minage, the Maison des Ambassadeurs is the perfect place to discover the old city and port of La Rochelle. The hotel is a minute's walk from the historic covered market where locals and travelers alike browse the food and vegetable stands hosting the best in the region’s producers. Cafés line the streets to the port where centuries of travelers and ambassadors have mingled, sharing the news of the day and recounting adventures over a glass of the region's famed sweet wine, Pinaud.
We have created a selection of bath products made in France with 95% natural ingredients and a signature Maison des Ambassadeurs scent.
A catalogue of choice amenities developed for your stay are available for sale at the reception.
Early morning tea or coffee can be served in your room, followed by a breakfast buffet celebrating local producers in the Breakfast Room or on one of the courtyard terraces.
