“A 5-star hotel in the historic centre of Bordeaux. The rooms are grand and sleek with ornate touches; some have hot tubs on private terraces. There's a gourmet French restaurant, a swish cocktail bar, plus a luxe spa. A glamorous outdoor pool is the icing on the cake. A stunning city bolthole.”

Recommended for

  • Local exploring

    • Bordeaux's historic centre is classed as a World Heritage Site so there's plenty of wonderful buildings and museums to explore
  • Romantic Break

    • Opt for the Montaigne Suite for a double walk-in shower, a hot tub on a private terrace, plus romantic rooftop views
  • Local markets

    • The Saint Michel Flea Market offers an eclectic array of items up for sale, such as antiques, paintings, and general bric-a-brac
  • Sights nearby

    • One of Bordeaux’s most intriguing sights, the Porte Cailhau, resembles a Disney castle with its spires and stone decorations
  • Other Activities

    • Away from the large classical boulevards wander through the narrow streets with quaint boutiques and small cafes
  • Wine tasting

    • Take advantage of the old town’s plethora of wine bars, and while away the hours in a typically French manner
  • Cycling

    • The old town benefits from cycle lanes and narrow streets that perfectly accommodate bicycles
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

    • The Deluxe Garden Terrace Room, Prestige Jacuzzi Room and the Suites have private terraces
  • Private Hot Tub

    • Several of the suites and the Prestige Jacuzzi Rooms come with private outdoor hot tub
  • Spa

    • Spa Nuxe with hammam, hot tub, sauna and wide range of relaxing treatments
  • Restaurant

    • La Table de Montaigne serves traditional French cuisine
  • Pet friendly

    • Pets are welcome for a fee
  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Downtown

  • Views

  • Yoga

  • Charming

  • Museums

  • Hammam

  • Chic

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • 5* Luxury

  • Disabled access

  • Romantic

  • Wellbeing

  • Contemporary

  • Air conditioning

  • Luxury

  • Close to nightlife

Facilities

  • Rooms

    28 rooms in this hotel
  • Rooms with balcony/terrace

    The Deluxe Garden Terrace Room, Prestige Jacuzzi Room and the Suites have private terraces
  • Private Hot Tub

    Several of the suites and the Prestige Jacuzzi Rooms come with private outdoor hot tub
  • Spa

    Spa Nuxe with hammam, hot tub, sauna and wide range of relaxing treatments
  • Restaurant

    La Table de Montaigne serves traditional French cuisine
  • Pet friendly

    Pets are welcome for a fee
  • Swimming Pool

    Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Walking distance restaurants

  • Airport transfer

  • Sauna/Steam

  • Bar

  • Bath robes

  • Safe

  • Meeting Room

  • Massage

  • Sit-out Terrace

  • Babysitting

  • Hammam

  • Suites

  • Garden

  • Gym

  • Child friendly

  • Room service

  • 24 Hour room service

  • Disabled access

  • Hot Tub

  • Concierge

  • Satellite / Cable TV

  • Air conditioning

  • Wifi

Activities

  • Local markets

    • The Saint Michel Flea Market offers an eclectic array of items up for sale, such as antiques, paintings, and general bric-a-brac
  • Sights nearby

    • One of Bordeaux’s most intriguing sights, the Porte Cailhau, resembles a Disney castle with its spires and stone decorations
  • Other Activities

    • Away from the large classical boulevards wander through the narrow streets with quaint boutiques and small cafes
  • Wine tasting

    • Take advantage of the old town’s plethora of wine bars, and while away the hours in a typically French manner
  • Cycling

    • The old town benefits from cycle lanes and narrow streets that perfectly accommodate bicycles
  • Yoga

  • Museums

  • Theatre

  • Close to nightlife

Map & Location

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An outdoor swimming pool is a rare find in hotels within central Bordeaux, but at Le Palais Gallien its outdoor spaces, including a seasonal pool and garden and rooftop terrace, are not the only draw. Within the walls of this 19th-century private mansion, the hotel features 28 rooms – some with private terrace jacuzzis – a cocktail bar and restaurant serving traditional French cuisine, and a spa featuring an indoor pool, sauna, hammam and treatment rooms.

Originally published by Monica Mendal, CN Traveller

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