Bordeaux is a prominent port city located on the south-western side of France. Bordeaux is often referred to locally as the 'French Sleeping Beauty', however, these days Bordeaux is far from a sleepy city and since stepping over the millennium border, this elegant city has undergone considerable renovation. Many of its most beautiful Neo-classical buildings have been completely restored and a number of its spacious boulevards have become now completely pedestrian. If Bordeaux owes its renowned name to its famous vineyards, it is its history, very intimately linked to its river today invites the visitor to discover its extraordinary heritage. For those looking to explore this dynamic city in the heart of one of France’s most famous wine regions, there are a variety of cheap hotels and affordable accommodations for travelers to stay.

You will certainly find the right place in Bordeaux to suit your budget and preference. The most luxurious hotels in Bordeaux and the surrounding area are Hôtel Burdigala, the Hôtel Sofitel Aquitania, the Hostellerie desfCriquets, and the Château St-James. The more affordable ones for those who want to be in the city center are the Hôtel des Quatre-Soeurs, the Hôtel de l'Opera, the Hôtel Bristol, or the Hôtel d'Aquitaine. Those with a tight budget will also find numerous small family hotels with comfortable rooms: La Belle au Bois Dormant, Hôtel de la Boetie, the Lafaurie or Hôtel Studio.

All the quarters of the city are witnesses to its history: Saint-Pierre situated on the very spot of the Gallo-Roman port of Burdigala, Saint-Michel and its Gothic spire, Saint-Eloi with its picturesque cobbled streets, the City Hall quarter with its Cathedral and the Palais Rohan. The Saint-Jean quarter If you arrive in town by train, take advantage of the hotels near the train station. If you want to spend only one night in town, many other inexpensive establishments will allow you to remain close to the train station.

You do not need to stay in the heart of Bordeaux in order to get around, those with a car may choose the outskirts of the town at Hôtel de la Cite, the Hôtel Alton, or La Pelouse—all have many services and varied prices. For lower prices, try Les Cèdres, or the Walien Chanterel in Bordeaux Bastide. Of course, Bordeaux is particularly famous for its legendary wine and often hosts many grand wine-related events. Around the city itself you will find a wealth of vineyards and wineries, many of which welcome visitors and often hold wine-tasting days. Leave the hotel behind and stay in a vineyard. Stay at Maison de Poitiers, a stylish B&B located in the heart of a tranquil 13th century bastide village, about one and a half hours drive from Bordeaux, in an area famous for its dessert wines, prunes, foie gras, history and beautiful countryside. Chateau Monlot, which is near St. Emilion, and also provides a comfortable B&B stay along with tastings of their wine.

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