When visiting Blaye, La Citadelle is a great choice to consider. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, grab a bite to eat at the restaurant, or unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Other features include a snack bar/deli, a terrace, and a garden.
Languages
English, French, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
21 rooms
Arranged over 2 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Check-out time is 8:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions.
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Children
No cribs (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs and cats only)*
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast each morning (surcharge)
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
Traveling with children
Playground
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Free newspapers in lobby
Wedding services
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Garden
Terrace
Library
An outdoor pool
Outdoor furniture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Flat-screen television
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Freshen up
Private bathroom (not in room)
Bathtub or shower
Soap and shampoo
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
Food and drink
Free bottled water
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Dining
Onsite venue - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant specializes in French cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.44 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 per person
Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 10 (subject to availability)
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for EUR 10 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts major credit cards and cash.
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
Also known as
La Citadelle Hotel
Citadelle Hotel Blaye
La Citadelle Blaye
La Citadelle Hotel Blaye
Frequently asked questions
Does La Citadelle offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, La Citadelle does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at La Citadelle?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at La Citadelle?
Yes, cats and dogs are welcome. There's a charge of EUR 10. Service animals are exempt from fees.
Is parking offered on site at La Citadelle?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at La Citadelle?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 8:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of EUR 10 (subject to availability).
What is there to do at La Citadelle and nearby?
La Citadelle has an outdoor pool and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near La Citadelle?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant that offers French cuisine and pool views.
What's the area around La Citadelle like?
La Citadelle is a short 1-minute walk from Blaye Citadel and 15 minutes' walk from Château Marquis de Vauban.
La Citadelle Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.6/10
Cleanliness
8.2/10
Staff & service
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very Good
Jan 23, 2021
Great Staff and Location
Great staff and location. Rooms are on the small side and the hotel is in the process of renovating them. Restaurant with hotel is good, and offers in-room service.
Alfred
Alfred, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Oct 5, 2019
Unique site, paying for that rather than rooms or service
Verified traveler
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 10, 2019
Pleasant and relaxing with excellent restaurant
NP
NP, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
4/10 Fair
Sep 21, 2018
Tired and weary
Have been staying for 25 years of more but could no longer recommend to the many friends who have also stayed
Whilst the young man on reception on arrival was very helpful, the check out man was aggressive and uncaring especially over room condition and we were disappointed that breakfast was cleared before 10 am without warning thus not allowing us to complete ( at 15 euros each)
The upper floor bedroom left much to be desired in that it smelt very badly of a serious drain problem with no extractor fan in bathroom .
Beds had both seen better days and were warn out and the whole décor and was very tired and weary.
Food was OK and well presented and served.
Francophile
Francophile, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 13, 2017
Our goal was to have a romantic getaway, La Citadelle definitely provided the opportunity for that. The staff were friendly, and showed great patience with our lack of French knowledge.
Amanda
Amanda, 1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2017
Good stay BUT NOT HAPPY WITH BILL
A very good stay,but not happy that they charged for four breakfast when we only hd three,hoping for a 30 EURO refund on my bill.
Terence Little
terence
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
May 16, 2017
hotel in wonderful location
This is the fourth time we have stayed at the Citadelle. It is in a superb location on the banks of the Gironde with spectacular views. Rooms are large and well appointed with views of the pool or the river. evening meal in the restaurant was excellent as always and breakfast is also good.
Stephen
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Oct 26, 2016
Great find!
Jerrie
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 20, 2016
Beautiful hotel in historic city of Blaye
Beautiful hotel in a very secluded location.
Harald
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Jun 16, 2016
good hotel in great location. Staff was mostly helpful.
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
May 12, 2016
Des Vin de Blaye Marathon
Warm and friendly atmosphere. Had wonderful time. Thank you Blaye for the wonderful hospitality!
Emil & Bessie
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
Sep 15, 2015
Interesting Hotel in the middle of the Citadel
Neat hotel in the middle of the Citadel. Room decor odd, but comfortable. Restaurant in the hotel not great, especially the overpriced breakfast.
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
Aug 27, 2015
Lovely location overlooking estuary.
The location of this hotel is superb. There is a nice pool which is overlooked by the outside dining area. No pool towels supplied, no fridge or tea and coffee making facility.
Cannot comment on food as only stayed one night, however the dining area has lovely views.
Verified traveler
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 30, 2015
Historic setting
Great hotel, set within La Citadelle walls with great views over the Gironde. Plenty of places to visit and things to do in the area with Bordeaux about 25 minutes drive away, although we use it as an overnight stay at the start of the holiday. A super relaxing start.
Pom
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 25, 2015
Hotel in Blaye Bordeaux
We have been staying at this hotel off and on for 10 years, the last one before this was 3 years ago. since then a lot of work has ben done, partucularly on the bedrooms and en suite.Good dinner excellent breakfast sitting on the terrace overlooking the estuary in the morning sun. Superb location on top of the ancient citadele and nice pool.
Kevin
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8/10 Very Good
Jul 18, 2014
Beautiful location, Stunning views and great food
Randomly selected hotel as stop over on route to the South. Brilliantly surprised. Will definitely recommend to friends and return again. Pet friendly and everyone was very happy to see our 4 month old puppy. Only complain was wifi was not brilliant but insignificant in scheme of things
Dr Dave
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
Oct 2, 2012
Spectacular location - dreadful hotel!
The location was superb but the hotel was a huge disappointment and we curtailed our stay. The bedroom was tiny, barely clean, poorly maintained - but with nice views. The breakfast was abysmal. The hotel suffered from bad odours from the drains / sanitation....what a shame. It could be magnificent but instead is abjectly poor.
Jim Chambers
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jul 28, 2012
shame about the food. If the chef would stop mixing fruit anf fruit coulis with all his dishes and concentrate on cooking the main ingredients well it could be good, as it is, bizarre!
kevin
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Jun 18, 2011
lovely hotel.wonderful location and views of the river garonne.
Hilary
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 26, 2022
Très bel endroit au cœur de la citadelle la piscine est un plus. Personnel agréable.
Muriel
Muriel, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 13, 2022
Stephane
Stephane, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 18, 2022
cyril
cyril, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 22, 2021
Bernard
Bernard, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 22, 2021
Escale
Excellent séjour dans un site unique totalement calme et dépaysant donnant directement sur l’estuaire de la Gironde et au cœur de la Citadelle. Le personnel est attentif et sympathique.
Escale recommandée sans réserve.