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 one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything La Rochelle has to offer.
When to visit La Rochelle
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.
How to Get to La Rochelle
Plane
When flying to La Rochelle, you’ll arrive at La Rochelle Laleu (LRH), which is located 2 miles from the city centre.
Car
Another option to get to La Rochelle is to pick up a car hire from Bordeaux, which is about 96 miles from La Rochelle. You’ll find branches of Enterprise Rent-A-Car and Goldcar Rental SP, among others, in Bordeaux.
Airlines serving La Rochelle
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 $168 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $230 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 $64 to $1,551 per night. Downtown is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in La Rochelle are about 7% cheaper than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of La Rochelle
Most booked hotels in La Rochelle
Hiring a car in La Rochelle
Expect to pay $4.38 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 $52.56 and $70.08. The most frequently booked car type in La Rochelle is Mini (Class Mini Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (Toyota Yaris or similar) is, on average, 57% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.