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Hôtel La Zoologie

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Laundry

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151, cours de la Marne, Bordeaux, 33800
  • Place, Rue Sainte-Catherine
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Michael Basilica
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Place de la Victoire
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Bordeaux (BOD-Merignac)
    ‪16 min drive‬

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Classic Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Classic Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Comfort Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Double Room | In-room safe, individually decorated, individually furnished, desk

Deluxe Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Twin Room

  • 34 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Panoramic Duplex, Terrace

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About this property

Hôtel La Zoologie

Hotel with a full-service spa, near Place de la Victoire
Along with a full-service spa, this hotel has a restaurant and a fitness centre. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a snack bar/deli and a sauna are on-site.
Hôtel La Zoologie offers 40 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and complimentary bottles of water. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 80-cm flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower, bathrobes, slippers and hairdryers.

This Bordeaux hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices). Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna and a fitness centre.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, sports massages, facials and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including Ayurvedic. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Hôtel La Zoologie. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Rock School Barbey. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas, plus a full-service spa and a restaurant. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices))
  • Enjoy garden views while dining at Restaurant La Zoologie
  • Buffet breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Treat yourself to Ayurvedic treatments, body wraps or deep-tissue massages at the spa
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, a steam room and a sauna
  • Within a 15-minute walk of Place de la Victoire and Rue Sainte-Catherine
  • Cats and dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including food and water bowls
Hôtel La Zoologie offers its guests a full-service spa, a sauna, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A terrace, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Hôtel La Zoologie. A complete renovation of Hôtel La Zoologie was completed in May 2021.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Bordeaux hotel.

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and at the weekend from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Restaurant La Zoologie – Overlooking the garden, this restaurant serves lunch and dinner.
Bar La Zoologie – On-site cocktail bar. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Le Banksia x La Zoologie – Overlooking the garden, this delicatessen serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Open selected days.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Offsite parking available (EUR 20 per day)
  • Street parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 20 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar La Zoologie
  • Le Banksia x La Zoologie
  • Restaurant La Zoologie

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Ayurvedic treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa

More

  • 3 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1900
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Renovated entire property - May 2021

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 80-cm flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 25 per pet, per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Weight limit: 44 lb per pet
  • Food and water bowls are available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 3.74 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.
  • Spa fee: EUR 25 per person, per stay

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 20 for adults and from EUR 10 for children
  • Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per day (328 ft away)
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property in advance of arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Hôtel La Zoologie Hotel
Hôtel La Zoologie Bordeaux
Hôtel La Zoologie Hotel Bordeaux

Reviews

Hôtel La Zoologie Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 148 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 30 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 203 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Family stay

Trendy hotel. Good air on during heatwave. Bus stop outside, station a little down the road but away from centre. Early check in is good value. Good bakery next door for breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Natasha

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

Lovely hotel and staff but a little disappointed

Lovely hotel but wasn’t a fan of the location as didn’t feel particularly safe at night. One of the hotel restaurants wasn’t open so we had to eat at the expensive one instead! Breakfast was nice but again expensive for what is provided and surprised this wasn’t included in the price anyway. Generally a lovely hotel and staff were so friendly but not sure we’d stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janice M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A well located hotel, only a 10 minute walk from the train station. Lovely staff. More interesting than the usual chain hotels. Funky rooms with comfortable beds. Would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

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

Fascinating in a good way!

Fascinating and a little quirky, but in a good way. A former Natural History University building, remodelled with many references to its history. Well placed for the station and city transport and close to the Capucine Market - a must-see on your tour.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ALEXANDRA

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is such a beautiful and unique property only a short tram ride from the centre of Bordeaux, but close to the train station and local shops (Spar and Boulangeries, etc). The staff member on during the day at the front desk was amazing! Helpful, so welcoming, and made our stay. The staff overall was so kind and we enjoyed our time in Bordeaux so much as a result.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

YIFTACH

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
tredy and very nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kinga

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel offers a truly unique and memorable experience, housed within a beautifully renovated ancient Faculty of Science building. Its heritage is seamlessly reflected in the contemporary decor and even the hotel's name. Our room was a comfortable size – neither overly large nor small – featuring a clever and unique transparent bathroom wall in the shower area. My personal favorite was the giant tub, easily accommodating two people for a truly relaxing bath. We particularly appreciated that all toiletries were from L'Occitane, as their delightful scents enhanced our stay, and we welcomed the perfumed Epsom salts provided for our bath soak. The complimentary spa access (available mornings and evenings without reservation) is a standout feature. The staff is exceptionally friendly and provides invaluable, personalized tips about the city, covering everything from top sightseeing spots to dining recommendations and even great "caves à vin" for tasting experiences. Beyond the rooms, the terrace, bar, and restaurant areas are beautiful and pleasant. The reception's unique hanging lights create a magical ambiance that will delight Harry Potter fans, reminding them of the Great Hall's floating candles. The only minor drawback is the location. The only minor drawback is the location. While it's a convenient 7-minute walk from the train station, the immediate area isn't the most charming and it's a bit further from the city center.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

philipp

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great interior design
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela, St. John'a

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirthi

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms and the property are all very new. Everything is furbished using the "zoology" motif. This makes the property and the rooms very nice. The quality of the decorations and aesthetics is very high. Our room has high ceilings, great beds, really big windows and the A/C was very responsive. Everything is very very modern. Generally hotel rooms in France feel small, our room felt wonderfully spacious. The breakfast buffet (paid extra) is very nice and the staff are very attentive and serve your well. It is a 10-15 minutes Uber ride to the center of town or 30 minutes walking. Distance from Bordeaux St Jean station is 10 minutes walking. I highly recommend this hotel travelers who value the above features. If you feel that you need to be chock in the middle of the town then this is not a good option for you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody, Kitchener

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a gorgeous and unique hotel! Decor is amazing , great ambiance and vibe to the entire property. Rooms are spacious, comfortable and quiet. Staff is exceptional and made our stay a memorable one. Would highly recommend !

8/10 Good

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dany

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the large, open room design and the cocktail bar
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a lovely stay - room was big and clean and bed was so comfy! Thank you

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A beautiful property, very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Devin

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Kris

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
This property was misrepresented in the Expedia description. It was a 35 to 40 minute walk to get anywhere. We like to walk but the street we walked on left a little to be desired. Also with weather being what it was we wanted to take a cab to dinner but were quoted 50 euros just to get there. The restaurant is nice but the menu is very limited and there are not many places that I would recommend near there. Rooms were laid out funny with a bathtub and the shower, sink, etc, right in the middle of the room. Way too expensive for the quality of the hotel and particularly the location.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Candace

Travelled with partner
The restaurant and bar were excellent. The decoration of the hotel is beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a unique hotel in the old Faculty of Sciences building for Zoology and Geology. We had a comfort room which had a gorgeous free-standing bath in the room itself and a powerful shower and separate basin area (this is glass screened and so you should be comfortable with your room buddy!) There's lovely little nods to its history with animals on the curtains and different flora / fauna on the tiling. Separate bathroom. The spa on the basement level has a jacuzzi, steam room and sauna which you can make use of between 8am and 11am and 8pm and 10pm without booking. Comfy robes and slippers were provided in the room. WiFI is good and work space in the room was handy for our day working. It's well-situated a short walk from the St Jean station and ~10 mins the other direction into the main town (really enjoyed nearby Marche des Capuchins for breakfast/lunch options). We didn't have the breakfast in the hotel itself as preferred to explore. Really friendly staff and we paid €40 for a 4pm check-out on our last day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Clutch

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ai

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

Great stay with quality service

The receptionists - a lady and a gentleman - couldn’t be more helpful when my partner was unwell. They were so caring with a professional manner. We can’t thank them enough, and recommend the hotel to anyone who would like to spend a quality time in Bordeaux.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024