La Rochelle Travel Guide

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You're Going to Love La Rochelle

With a population of 76,810, La Rochelle is a must-see destination in Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in La Rochelle to see all of its attractions.

La Rochelle in January

Estimated hotel price

₹ 10286

1 night at 3-star hotel

₹ 10286

1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to La Rochelle in July, when the average temperature is 20 °C, and the highest can go up to 23 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 6 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 80 mm. In contrast, March is usually the driest month of the year in La Rochelle, with an average rainfall of 40 mm.

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When flying to La Rochelle, you’ll arrive at La Rochelle Laleu (LRH), which is located 2 miles from the city centre.

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Another option to get to La Rochelle is to pick up a car hire from Mérignac, which is about 94 miles from La Rochelle. You’ll find branches of OK Mobility and Rentscape, among others, in Mérignac.

Plane

When flying to La Rochelle, you’ll arrive at La Rochelle Laleu (LRH), which is located 2 miles from the city centre.

Car

Airports near La Rochelle

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NTENantes Atlantique

Airlines serving La Rochelle

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Scandinavian Airlines

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United Airlines

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Where to stay in La Rochelle

From 5-star hotels such as the Maison des Ambassadeurs to great affordable options like the Ibis Styles La Rochelle Centre, La Rochelle offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around ₹ 8,523 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to ₹ 11,962 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include ibis budget La Rochelle Centre les Minimes and Hôtel Les Gens de Mer La Rochelle. There are also lots of holiday rental options in La Rochelle, with prices from ₹ 3,321 to ₹ 60,259 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in La Rochelle are about 10% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of La Rochelle

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Hôtel Kyriad La Rochelle Centre Ville

3 stars

Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)

₹ 6,556+

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B&B HOTEL La Rochelle Centre

3 stars

Excellent (8.2, Excellent reviews)

₹ 7,318+

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B&B HOTEL La Rochelle Centre Les Minimes

3 stars

Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)

₹ 5,533+

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Première Classe La Rochelle Sud-Aytré

1 star

Good (7.1, Good reviews)

₹ 3,891+

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Expect to pay ₹ 227 per litre in La Rochelle (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between ₹ 2,722 and ₹ 3,629. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in La Rochelle, while also 65% cheaper than other types, on average.

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Where to stay in popular areas of La Rochelle

Most booked hotels in La Rochelle

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