Name: La Zoologie
Address: cours de la Marne, 151, Bordeaux, 33800, FR

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2026

mario

GRAET HOTEL

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2026

Tina

The staff here were wonderful; helpful and friendly and surpassed expectations. On arrival we were offered a welcome drink which was refreshing and unexpected. Check in was easy. The aircon was good even in the extreme heatwave. The food in the restaurant was exceptional and the quirky house cocktails very intresting and enjoyable. We had a twin room deluxe with balcony and it was nice to sit out in the evening. The toiletries were high quality and water in our room each day. Had breakfast one day of our stay - it was fresh and plentiful. There was a drain smell that was off putting at various times - we mentioned it and staff tried to Ameliorate this but it still occurred each day - we presumed due to the heatwave. Did not use the spa or rooftop bar due to timings.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

10 Jul 2026

hany

Quirky hotel , cool, good bar, nice room . Needs some maintenance but otherwise lovely. The area around the hotel is unfortunately not very pleasant

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

06 Jul 2026

Thomas

Gorgeous hotel. A little far from downtown but trolley access is easy. Unique property, clean, great staff. Restaurant seems overpriced for what you get.

Self

8/10

Excellent

05 Jul 2026

Emoke

Very nice hotel in a very unpleasant location.

Self

2/10

Poor

26 Jun 2026

Tucker

The room was advertised as family sized. It was too small for us and our baby, with a big bath tub in the middle of the living area so crib didn’t really fit. We asked for a bigger room at check in. They said none were available. We could only stay one night of 3 because baby couldn’t sleep there. Next day at check out we asked to be reimbursed for at least one of the two remaking nights as a compromise. They said we never raised the concern at check-in - even though we had - and would keep all of our money. Really unclassy. Neighborhood is also very sketchy. Building is ok, but this is not a world class or even high end hotel. And yet they charge as if they are.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jun 2026

Nancy

Very unique and beautiful decor. Confortable beds and nice amenities in room (Nespresso machine, bath products) Really enjoyed dinner in the courtyard. Very welcoming staff.

Partner

6/10

Pleasant

14 Jun 2026

Benjamin

The building itself is beautiful and the rooms are nicely styled. That being said, the room was a bit tight and the window overlooking the adjacent street seemingly had zero sound proofing. I had to sleep with earplugs, so if you're a light sleeper try requesting a room that isn't along the street.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jun 2026

Marita

Great unique hotel. A little further away from tourist sites but still easily walkable to get to them and the train was easy to take as well with a convenient stop nearby. Pay parking lot was also convenient. Spa was an added bonus and the rooftop and restaurant were fabulous! Definitely recommend!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 May 2026

Jeffrey

Location near train station and close to downtown made it ideal for a one night stop over.

6/10

Pleasant

20 May 2026

John

Staff were very welcoming and helpful. The rooms were just a tadge too quirky with a toilet that splashes you until you learn you have to put the lid down. No milk or fridge. Front doors to the hotel that kept trapping me.

A bit style over substance.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 Apr 2026

Benjamin

Great hotel, even though not that centric. Nice design and thematic. Staff very helpful. Nice bar and restaurant. Has a sauna/steam room and jacuzzinin the spa area. Would choose it again

10/10

Exceptional

06 Apr 2026

Marlene

Great hotel - great vibe.
Quirky!

Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Mar 2026

Caroline

What a lovely hotel very good design with old and new

Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Feb 2026

Christina

Absolutely loved my room, it was spacious and had a huge tub (my main reason for choosing it) and balcony! I also loved the eclectic interior design scheme. The staff were really lovely and welcoming. Furthermore, I loved how convenient the transport links were, especially as you can get a tram directly to the airport! It only gets 4 stars as the WiFi was only working for 1 out of the 3 days I stayed there and I couldn’t use my Roku, but the winter Olympics were on and I enjoyed watching that. I would stay here again and I would recommend!

Self

10/10

Exceptional

20 Dec 2025

Soyoung

Fantastic stay! Very close to the train station (8 min walk) but not so close it's noisy. Walking distance to capucin market (5 min walk) and city center (10-15 min walk). The room was already ready when I arrived early so they let me do an early check-in, which was great to freshen up before enjoying the city. The room was spacious, clean, well-decorated, and had all the needed amenities. Hotel staff was super friendly. I will definitely come back.

10/10

Exceptional

15 Dec 2025

Adam

Design, attentive staff

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

24 Nov 2025

Mariola

Clean and really funky room. Everything was there that we needed. Beautiful design of the hotel and facilities like spa and hot tub. Really enjoyed our stay!!!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Nov 2025

Steph

The rooms in the zoologie wing were massive as they were in the old historical building. It had bare brick walls, tall ceilings and large windows. The toilet had a quirky cistern and even though the shower room was a huge glass cubicle it didn't take up any unnecessary space. The room was clean and comfortable. The staff were very helpful. The bar area was large due to being in the same wing as our bedroom. Lots of light flooded the room. It had comfy colourful furniture which we used whilst waiting for our room to be ready. The location was close to the train station but not too far to the sightseeing areas of Bordeaux.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Oct 2025

Steve

Beautiful hotel. Huge rooms. Stylish decorating

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2025

Darryl

We stayed for three nights and found the staff and hotel excellent. Service at the front desk was second to none. Very helpful with directions and suggestions for restaurants and activities around Bordeaux.

Leisure

8/10

Excellent

17 Sep 2025

Shigeyuki

The area is not great for walk.

Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2025

Danek

Very nice hotel, nice room and beautiful spa!

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

31 Aug 2025

Verified traveler

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

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

26 Aug 2025

Natasha

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.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2025

Janice M

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.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

25 Jul 2025

Anthony

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.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jun 2025

ALEXANDRA

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.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jun 2025

YIFTACH

tredy and very nice hotel

Business

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2025

Kinga

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.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2025

philipp

Great interior design

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jun 2025

Kirthi

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.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

28 Mar 2025

Jody

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 !

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jan 2025

Jean

Loved the large, open room design and the cocktail bar

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jan 2025

Anna

We had a lovely stay - room was big and clean and bed was so comfy! Thank you

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

15 Dec 2024

Carol

A beautiful property, very friendly and helpful staff.

Leisure Partner

4/10

Poor

25 Nov 2024

Kris

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.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Nov 2024

Candace

The restaurant and bar were excellent. The decoration of the hotel is beautiful!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Nov 2024

Sophie

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.

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Oct 2024

Ai

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.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Oct 2024

Michael

Cool, quirky hotel. The building and decor was great. Comfortable, good sized room. Breakfast was good. Didn’t eat there. We wanted to eat at the smaller bar/restaurant but it was closed. It is slightly out if the centre, about a 20 minute walk. Good team and bus connections and close to the station.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

21 Sep 2024

Melanie

Excellent location just not far from train station. Close to shops, restaurants and children's play areas. Had lunch in hotel restaurant and was excellent choice served by friendly gentlemen.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

11 Sep 2024

Virginia

We had issues with the WiFi which really negatively impacted our stay, as I was working and had to go to a cooking space nearby to have reliable internet.

Otherwise great food and design of the space. If not for the WiFi, I’d rate 5 stars.

10/10

Exceptional

06 Sep 2024

Robert

Zoologie was a wonderful hotel with helpful staff and stunning rooms. Food was great, especially breakfast

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Sep 2024

Verified traveler

Gorgeous hotel

Had an amazing stay here. Gorgeous hotel and large comfortable rooms. The service was amazing and the spa was lovely. Highly recommend.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

25 Aug 2024

Helena

Great location, lovely staff… amazing chef! Will be back this was the perfect hotel for a city break

Leisure Partner

6/10

Pleasant

15 Aug 2024

Verified traveler

The hotel is overall nice - nice building and service. However, it is not disclosed during the booking that they charge extra €25 for using their SPA and you’ll have to book in advance. Also the showeroom in the room is transparent so if you’re travelling with you friend, it’s a bit embarrassing

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

01 Aug 2024

Frost

Interesting property

8/10

Excellent

21 Jul 2024

Jay

Really stylish hotel, with a beautiful terrace restaurant, friendly staff, close to lots of good restaurants and an easy walk to the centre of Bordeaux. I think they may have taken the minimalist theme a bit far but this was fine for us for the few days we were there (nowhere to put toiletries in the bathroom, no door to the shower which made it quite cold, and the floors were very slippery)

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2024

Jasmine

Would have liked some night time entertainment.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2024

Nicholas

Lovely Hotel

Lovely hotel with friendly helpful staff. Would stay again

Partner

8/10

Excellent

15 Jun 2024

Keith

Only problem is the shower area which has transparent glass around it, and so you can easily be seen by people looking into the room from outside.
Also not great when you have your daughter and son staying together in one room as we had.
A bit of a design flaw.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 May 2024

Verified traveler

An excellent one-of-its-kind choice

Spacious and eclectically laid-out room in a former university lab building. Excellent food options. Extremely child friendly. Close to the train station but farther from the center of town.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Oct 2023

Miss D

Loved it

Fantastic hotel in great location as 8 min walk to tram line and buses outside the door. Funky decor

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

18 Oct 2023

Patricia

The hotel was really lovely but I didn’t like the area it was in. It was located a bit far from the city and shopping, dining etc.

Leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

14 Oct 2023

Ayesha June

For a 4 star accommodation I expected so much more , help with the luggage upon entrance would be helpful and a thorough introduction of the services and amenities by the FO staff , I went in the room and didnt know how to find the room numbers til i looked down and saw on the floor , they didnt tell how to contact the FO for any questions, let alone a briefing on how to turn on the lights. Tired from a trip , i would have expected a 4 star to be easy to settle in . Location is also a bit unsafe for its price , staff at the restaurant was good and the food as well.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

11 Oct 2023

Hugh

Really nice hotel, friendly staff. We were travelling by train hotel really close to station, About 30 minute walk to city centre, although not an issue for us as we like to walk and see the city and there is plenty to see whilst walking, if you don’t want to walk excellent tram service 2 streets over. Would definitely stay again.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Oct 2023

Mary Ellen

The rooms and the overall facility had a sense of spaciousness that is not often experienced in a large urban hotel. You just felt relaxed the moment you entered.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Sep 2023

Celine

Wonderful stay!

Business

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2023

James

A fabulous experience.. its walking distance from the train station.. incredible hotel in a unique setting! You must try it! Oh the food to be experienced!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2023

jan

Cool vibe

Fantastic hotel. Totally worth the stay. The building is gorgeous. The bar has a lovely selection of cocktails & wine. The snacks we tasty.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

30 Aug 2023

Emily

Fantastic converted building

We had a lovely stay here. The décor is brilliant being converted from a former university zoology building. Breakfast is buffet style with a great selection. We had one meal in the restaurant also which was extremely good. Our room did not have a balcony but there was a shared terrace just outside our door which we sat and ate breakfast on a couple of mornings. The staff speak good English and were happy to help with any questions we had. There is a fixed rate taxi service to the airport if booked through reception which was handy with a 7am flight back!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Aug 2023

Anelia

I loved my stay at the hotel. Super friendly staff, I felt really well taken care of and the property itself is unique. This might be one of the best places I have stayed. Some of the fasciitis’s were a new experience to me and it’s definitely worth trying it out.
Unfortunately I didn’t have the time to try out the spa but the ambiance of the hotel is so serene it almost feels like a spa :)

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

22 Aug 2023

Verified traveler

Fantastic!

A fantastic hotel and we are almost certain we found the best in Bordeaux! Would certainly return on our next visit to this wonderful city.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

18 Aug 2023

Austin

We absolutely loved the whole vibe of this hotel. The check in staff were so lovely and kind! Unfortunately, we had a little mouse visitor on our balcony when we first arrived and when we were moved to another room, that one was not clean (dirty boot prints in the shower, the robes and towels were in disarray, and a smell like someone recently used the toilet). The third room was perfect until we found that the robes and slippers we’d been told to use for the spa had large dark brown rust marks on them. Aside from the lengthy and difficult check in, the hotel was great! Not a terribly far walk from anything and again the ladies at the front desk in the day were excellent.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jul 2023

Ricky

Sublime

We only spent one night here (wish it could've been longer). We opted for a deluxe room and really enjoyed it. Lovely balcony, bath in the room, beautiful decor... what more could a person want? The service was excellent and the breakfast was delicious. If ever we return to Bordeaux, this will be the place we stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2023

Joanne

Absolutely beautiful hotel with lots of character. Friendly and attentive staff.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jul 2023

Desmond

Lovely bijoux hotel with unusual but very pleasing features that work well. One of the most comfortable beds ever

Business

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jun 2023

Michele

The building and room decor were a lot of fun.

Leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jun 2023

Helen

Had a very pleasant stay at Zoologie. Beautiful interiors, clean and well allocated. Easy going staff, very helpful communication prior to check in. I required an urgent doctors appointment which was easily arranged. Lovely comfortable rooms!! Breakfast delicious, bar staff had such a brilliant knowledge of the beautiful local wines. Highly recommend.

Business_and_leisure Self

10/10

Exceptional

01 Jun 2023

Esteban

Nice architecture. Great breakfast buffet. Lovely decoration.

Business_and_leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2023

Rose

This is a truly unique hotel - the architecture is stunning. Staff very pleasant and helpful. Wasn’t quite so comfortable with the location so ate in the restaurant both nights. Food was excellent.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 Oct 2022

aiko

this property was one of a kind, I had never stayed at a university before, we absolutely loved the architecture of the room. it was lovely

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Oct 2022

Tala

This is a boutique hotel set up for people who like visiting the spa and tranquil music playing throughout the hotel. It is situated near a park and a local Bordeaux neighborhood. The food offered is French, being one is in France one should accommodate the custom not themselves. The food is lunch with vegetarian options from 12-2:30 and then dinner and you can get small plates in the bar. The bar is open and serves food and light snacks all day. Those on this review thread who said they could not get their “sandwiches” are better off staying at the Marriott. The music in the bar goes perfectly well with the high end boutique culture the hotel is opting for.

Business_and_leisure Self

6/10

Pleasant

10 Sep 2022

Jack

Nice hotel, shame about the aircon

Hotel looks great and the rooms are comfortable as well as spacious. Sadly the aircon broke in the middle of the night sending the temperature up beyond tolerable so we had to change rooms at 2am. There was no one on reception when we complained for 20 minutes so the stay was very much marred by this. Otherwise the hotel would have been great.

Partner