La Citadelle

3.0 star property

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Interior detail
Double Room, Pool View
Outdoor pool
Outdoor pool
Beach

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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5 Place des Armes, Blaye, Gironde, 33390
  • Place, Blaye Citadel
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Maison du Vin de Blaye
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Château Marquis de Vauban
    ‪15 min walk‬

Room options

Double Room Single Use, Pool View

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Pool View

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room, Pool View

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Triple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room Single Use, Pool View

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room

  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Triple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Quadruple Room

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Blaye

La Citadelle places you steps from Blaye Citadel and within a 10-minute stroll of Maison du Vin de Blaye. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is available. .With a stay at this 3-property class Blaye hotel, you'll be 1.2 km (0.8 mi) from Château Marquis de Vauban and 4.1 km (2.5 mi) from Gironde Estuary.

What's nearby

  • Blaye Citadel - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Maison du Vin de Blaye - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Château Marquis de Vauban - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Cité du Vin - 57 min drive - 59.1 km
  • Bordeaux Exhibition Center - 59 min drive - 60.8 km

Getting around

  • Saint-André-de-Cubzac Station - 28 min drive
  • Bordeaux (BOD-Merignac) - 74 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Petite Cave Sas - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Le petit Port - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Chateau Pichon Longueville - ‬68 min drive
  • ‪Château Paveil - ‬65 min drive
  • ‪Château d'Arcins - ‬61 min drive

About this property

La Citadelle

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly La Citadelle. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Blaye hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front desk safe
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
La Citadelle offers 21 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and complimentary bottles of water. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Rooms have detached private bathrooms. Bathrooms include baths or showers and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available for a fee: EUR 15 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Detached private bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: anytime

Check-out

Check-out before 8:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 10

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 10
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 15 per person
  • Pet fee: EUR 10
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 10 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and cash.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

La Citadelle Hotel
Citadelle Hotel Blaye
La Citadelle Blaye
La Citadelle Hotel Blaye

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at La Citadelle?

La Citadelle offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at La Citadelle?

Yep, La Citadelle has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to La Citadelle?

The closest beach to La Citadelle is Plage du Moulin Blanc (15.3 km).

Does La Citadelle have a pool?

La Citadelle has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does La Citadelle serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet brekkie is on offer daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at La Citadelle?

No, La Citadelle does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at La Citadelle?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves French cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at La Citadelle?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 8:00 AM.

La Citadelle Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 95 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 44 out of 95 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 95 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 95 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 95 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Muriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Très bel endroit au cœur de la citadelle la piscine est un plus. Personnel agréable.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

CHANTAL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2021
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10/10 Excellent

xavier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Superbe

Superbe accueil lieu et terrasse sur l estuaire de la Gironde
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Jean-Nyl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Dans les pas de Vauban

Hôtel situé avec vue sur l'estuaire et dans la citadelle historique de Vauban. Accueil chaleureux, propreté impeccable
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
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8/10 Good

Alfred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
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10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

magnifique

Une halte très agréable avec une vue superbes
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Philippe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Notre séjour a été parfait, un très bon accueil, un personnel courtois et agréable. Le dîner et le petit déjeuner correspondant à nos attentes et pris en face de la Garonne et la piscine de l hôtel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
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4/10 Poor

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quel gâchis - c'est dommage

Un site de rêve, dans une citadelle charmante. Bonne restauration bien qu'un peu chère Mais des chambres glaciales dans la décoration cassent la belle ambiance (malgré une belle salle de bains) La piscine au milieu du restaurant (et avec des transats au ras de notre fenêtre : ce n'est plus vue sur la piscine, c'est vue sur les estivants et ron ron de leur conversation)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2020
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8/10 Good

Alain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Agréable

Nickel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2020
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8/10 Good

André

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bel hôtel

Cadre magnifique, propre, diner trop cher
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020
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8/10 Good

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Très bel emplacement dans un hôtel qui aurait besoin d'un bon rafraichissement. Cuisine moyenne avec un veau qui ressemblait à du boeuf (dur)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Unique site, paying for that rather than rooms or service
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
miroir au mur dans la chambre déformant donc assez désagréable, 1 bonbon d'accueil au lieu de 2 dans la chambre, cuvette wc déscellée.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019
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10/10 Excellent

NP

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant and relaxing with excellent restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019
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8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Très bon séjour

Chambre très bien avec vue sur la piscine. Restaurant pas testé.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2019
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4/10 Poor

Francophile

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018
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10/10 Excellent

DENIS

Etonnant !

Un hôtel camouflé dans une citadelle Vauban. Avec une jolie piscine et une bonne cuisine. Vue imprenable sur la Garonne. Etonnant et rare !
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2018
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8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
BIEN
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
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4/10 Poor

Coco

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Pont positif ... Bien situé super environnement

Belle situation de l'hôtel en plein coeur de la citadelle Mais hotel pas digne d'un trois etoiles ..chambre propre mais tres petite et mal équipée Restauration plus que médiocre au dîner ainsi que le petit dejeuner
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
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6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Dîner très mauvais
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Annika

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bo uppe i borgen med fantastisk vy!

Lilla lilla sömniga staden Blaye gömde en pärla till boende uppe på Cittadellet! Vilken miljö att bo i, vyn över floden och parken med musikkonsert! Blev ett perfekt läge en varm augustidag och kväll med övergående åskbyar och sol igen! Vi åt lyxig och kanske lite dyrt uppe på hotellets resturang, men miljön var värd allt! Poolen höjde värdet! Rummen ok, inte stora och lite som standard som Scandic väghotell! Vi åt på lokal restuarang nere i byn och blev positivt överraskade! Enkel, god och prisvärd mat! Vi tog frukost på hotellet som också var lite dyr! Men ändå läget utomhus vid poolen och vyn, gjorde att det kändes rätt!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2017
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Un moment sympa dans un lieu apaisant

Un séjour dans un cadre historique et unique au sein même de la citadelle. L'hôtel est agréable et les chambres confortables. La restauration est soignée. Le beau temps nous a permis de manger dehors avec une vue splendide sur l'estuaire de la Gironde
Stayed 1 night in May 2017
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10/10 Excellent

terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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.