Saint-Nicolas
La Rochelle
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Popular places to visit
Minimes Beach
Spend the afternoon enhancing your tan on La Rochelle’s largest beach, before viewing the lavish yachts in the port.
La Rochelle Hotel de Ville
After visiting La Rochelle Hotel de Ville, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in La Rochelle. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Tour St. Nicolas
Learn about the local history of La Rochelle when you spend time at Tour St. Nicolas. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Tour de la Lanterne
You can learn about the history of La Rochelle with a visit to Tour de la Lanterne. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Tour de la Chaine
You can learn about the history of La Rochelle when you stop by Tour de la Chaine. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
New World Museum
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at New World Museum during your trip to La Rochelle. Wander the waterfront and beautiful beaches in the area.
Things to do
Escapes Games outdoor The Magic Portal On The Ile De Re
Outdoor Escape Game La Rochelle - The Pearl of La Rochelle
La Rochelle Port Quest: Self-Guided Walking Adventure
Discover La Rochelle: Discovery Walking Tour of La Rochelle
La Rochelle Challenges EVG EVJF City Challenge
Top hotels in Saint-Nicolas
Hôtel Le Yachtman, The Originals Collection
Check in was a bit of a mare as we had to ring the hotel to get bollards lowered to get car in. Worked out well in the end. Lovely location and nice staff
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Hôtel La Fabrique
Friendliness of staff. Accommodating an early arrival…etc. Funky hotel. Close to the Port and the Railway Station.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hôtel La Tour de Nesle La Rochelle Vieux Port
We stayed here originally for 2 nights but loved La Rochelle so much we stayed an extra night. Hotel was ideally placed to explore the town. Helpful staff and a lovely room. We would return.
Reviewed on 9 Sept 2025
ibis La Rochelle Vieux-Port
Right in the heart of where you want to be in La Rochelle
Reviewed on 22 Aug 2025
Hotel Saint Nicolas
Nice and friendly staffs.
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Hôtel Le Bord'O Vieux Port
My five star rating reflects the two star standard. Negatives: no elevator but that's expected. Room small but that's expected. Positives: outstanding location central to the Old Port. Easy walking. Appropriate price. Parking is available at a nearby underground parking garage. Plan accordingly. ...
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Saint-Nicolas
La Rochelle City Centre
La Rochelle City Centre is popular for its waterfront views, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Vieux Port or La Rochelle Hotel de Ville.
Le Gabut
You'll enjoy the restaurants and waterfront in Le Gabut. You might want to make time for a stop at Tour St. Nicolas or Bay of Biscay.
La Ville-en-Bois
A noteworthy feature of La Ville-en-Bois is its captivating waterfront views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Musée des Automates and Musée des Modeles Reduits.
Les Minimes
Les Minimes is beloved for its captivating waterfront views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Port des Minimes and Minimes Beach.
Fétilly
Fétilly is well liked for its waterfront views. You can also take some time to explore sights in the surrounding area like La Rochelle Central Market and Natural History Museum.
La Pallice
Travellers like the historical sites in La Pallice, and Port de la Pallice is a top attraction you might want to visit.
