France’s wine capital since Roman times, cosmopolitan Bordeaux is a lively city with fine 18th century architecture, a thriving cultural scene and a modern business and shopping district, centred on the busy Rue St Catherine. Some of the city’s best buildings are found along the River Garonne, with the view from the Pont de Pierre particularly good. On the first Sunday of every month the centre of Bordeaux is reserved for walkers, cyclists and roller skaters. French Travel Service offers rail and hotel holidays to Bordeaux, capital of the wine trade for many centuries and a great city in its own right
EXCURSIONS (a sample)
Guided walking tour of the Old Town daily at 10.00 (all year) Coach excursion to the vinyards of the bordelais:
16 Nov - 31 Mar 13.30 Wednesday and Saturday.
1 Apr - 15 Nov. 13.30 Daily Mondays to Blaye / Tuesdays to Entre-Deux-Mers / Wednesdays to Saint Emilion / Thursdays to Medoc / Fridays to to Graves & Sauternais / Saturdays to Medoc and Sundays to Saint Emilion.
An introduction to tasting Wine ( 2hours) accompanied by cheese every Thursday all year at 16.30
LATE NEWS - ADDITIONAL HOTELS: As well as the hotels featured on this page, French Travel Service's network of contacts now allow us to book more hotels in Bordeaux, including the Five Star Burdigala and Regent Grand, Four Star Best Western Bordeaux Bayonne Eteche Ona and Mercure Gare St Jean, Three Star Best Western Royal St Jean, All Seasons Meriadeck, Quality Ste Catherine and 2 Star Campanile New Generation and Stars Bordeaux Gare. Please ask for further details and prices
Grand Hotel Français
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In a superb location in the heart of the old city, much of which is pedestrianised, this recently renovated 18th century building houses an excellent hotel with period furnishings, but with all the refinements and comfort of the new millennium.
An impressive entrance hall leads to the reception, two lounges and the original open stone walled stairs. There is also a lift. All 35 rooms are air-conditioned with bath or shower and WC, TV, telephone, minibar and hair dryer. Complimentary tea and coffee in room. Buffet breakfast is included.
Supplement Sept, Oct: £3 per person/night
Grand Hotel Français Prices
| Dates |
1 Nov 11 - 31 Mar 12
1 Nov - 31 Dec 12 |
1 Jul - 31 Aug 12 |
1 Apr - 30 Jun 12
1 Sep - 31 Oct 12 |
| No. of Nights |
4 |
5 |
6 |
Ex Nt |
Sgl Nt |
4 |
5 |
6 |
Ex Nt |
Sng Nt |
4 |
5 |
6 |
Ex Nt |
Sng Nt |
| Price (£) |
418 |
478 |
538 |
60 |
36 |
464 |
535 |
606 |
71 |
43 |
477 |
550 |
622 |
72 |
44 |
| Terms |
Prices per person in £GBP and include Eurostar and TGV. Hotel Supplements may also apply and will be advised on booking. Check 1st class and peak travel supplements here.
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Hotel Continental
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Located in the centre of the Golden Triangle, on a semi-pedestrian mall dotted with boutiques, close to the Grands Hommes market place, the Continental offers a warm Bordelaise welcome.
This dignified 18th Century townhouse still has an elegant staircase for period charm and offers 50 attractive en suite rooms, all with telephone, TV, mini bar and air conditioning. In addition there are comfortable lounges, indoor parking nearby and a continental breakfast.
Midweek supplement, LS: £5, HS: £4
Hotel Continental Prices
| Dates |
1 Nov 11 - 31 Mar 12
1 Nov - 31 Dec 12 |
1 Jul - 31 Aug 12 |
1 Apr - 30 Jun 12
1 Sep - 31 Oct 12 |
| No. of Nights |
4 |
5 |
6 |
Ex Nt |
Sgl Nt |
4 |
5 |
6 |
Ex Nt |
Sng Nt |
4 |
5 |
6 |
Ex Nt |
Sng Nt |
| Price (£) |
375 |
424 |
474 |
50 |
36 |
380 |
432 |
482 |
52 |
38 |
408 |
465 |
520 |
55 |
37 |
| Terms |
Prices per person in £GBP and include Eurostar and TGV. Hotel Supplements may also apply and will be advised on booking. Check 1st class and peak travel supplements here.
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