Luxury bespoke hotel holidays to the Hotel Burdigala, Bordeaux
Facts in brief
Official star rating 4
Location On the western side of the city centre, about 10 minutes’ walk to the Town Hall and Cathedral
Annual opening All year
Closest airport Bordeaux
Distance from airport 30 minutes by car
Closest railway station Bordeaux Saint-Jean
Distance from railway station 15 minutes by car
Hotel facilities and services
Restaurant, bar-lounge, concierge service, room service, free Wi-Fi, private car park, laundry service, programme of entertainment events such as jazz concerts and tasting sessions
Complimentary
Wi-Fi
Out and about nearby
The city of Bordeaux, a great port city on the banks of the Garonne, is known for its grand 18th and 19th century architecture, its Gothic cathedral and many noteworthy museums and galleries. It is also at the heart of some of the most renowned vineyards in the world, with six different wine regions nearby. The proximity of the river should not be overlooked and there are river trips, with wining and dining on board, and the Musée Mer Marine. There are the vestiges of Gallo-Roman times in the Palais Gallien and many parks and gardens throughout the city. The Cité du Vin in Bordeaux is an innovative, immersive experience where wine comes to life within a stunning, modern building. The trendy Chartrons district continues to celebrate the world of wine, antiques and bric-a-brac traders. Visit the 15th century Porte Cailhau in the old town and stroll along the Pont de Pierre, the oldest bridge in Bordeaux. From architecture to wine, contemporary culture to Gothic churches, markets and river trips Bordeaux is a vibrant and attractive city. w
Sports nearby
Golf, cycling, walking, water sports on the coast.
What particularly impresses us each time we use your services is that ‘what we expect we get’ eg car hire, rooms selected, all with no hassle. Not sure how you do it!!Mr W, July 2022
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Standard double room for 5 nights for a holiday by air
From about
£880 18 Oct 2020 to 31 Mar 2021
Holiday Code EXH1615
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke hotel holidays to the Hotel Burdigala, Bordeaux
Hotel Burdigala occupies a discreet and restrained building on the western edge of Bordeaux’s city centre about 10 to 15 minutes’ walk from the iconic sights of the city such as the Pont de Pierre, the Place du Parlement, the Cathedral and the Porte Cailhou. This 4-star hotel with 82 rooms and suites welcomes you into its public areas with verve and colour. The reception, Bacchus Bar and the restaurant encourage a cheerful sense of relaxation and fun. The restaurant is modelled on a brasserie and offers local gourmet cuisine with specialities such as duck, lamprey and oysters accompanied by a wide range of Bordeaux crus, from Saint-Emilion or the Médoc. The Bacchus bar is great for unwinding in between city sightseeing or at the end of an action-packed day. Enjoy a cocktail or a cognac, or a light bite to eat here. Various events such as jazz concerts or tastings are held here throughout the year. The bedrooms are comfortable and relaxing, furnished in hues of beige and light browns enhanced by a splash of orange or yellow. There are duplex rooms and suites that sleep two adults and two children. This is a fine city centre hotel, and with a private car park a stay here is easy to incorporate as part of a self-drive touring holiday of France.
Room descriptions
Hotel Burdigala has 82 rooms and suites. Rooms have a courtesy tray, mini-bar, bathrobe and slippers
What particularly impresses us each time we use your services is that ‘what we expect we get’ eg car hire, rooms selected, all with no hassle. Not sure how you do it!!Mr W, July 2022
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Standard double room for 5 nights for a holiday by air
From about
£880 18 Oct 2020 to 31 Mar 2021
Holiday Code EXH1615
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke hotel holidays to the Hotel Burdigala, Bordeaux
The journey and how you get there
For a holiday to the Hotel Burdigala in Bordeaux, we can include a scheduled flight and then recommend that you take a taxi from the airport to the hotel. You can also arrive by train or if part of a self-drive holiday to France, the hotel has a private car park.
Special offers
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What particularly impresses us each time we use your services is that ‘what we expect we get’ eg car hire, rooms selected, all with no hassle. Not sure how you do it!!Mr W, July 2022
Holiday price guide Sample prices are per person based on two people sharing a Standard double room for 5 nights for a holiday by air
From about
£880 18 Oct 2020 to 31 Mar 2021
Holiday Code EXH1615
Call us on 01392 441245
Luxury bespoke hotel holidays to the Hotel Burdigala, Bordeaux
About Bordeaux Region
An Expressions tailor-made holiday to Bordeaux is a chance to explore a region renowned the world over for its wines and its awe-inspiring chateaux, whilst Cognac is less explored yet holds a countless store of treasures waiting to be appreciated. The Bordeaux region is ideal for short breaks and touring holidays with a range of sights to discover. Cognac country is a perfect destination for the discerning traveller as it is still relatively unknown yet is within very easy reach of more popular areas such as the coastal resorts between La Rochelle and Royan about 30 minutes` drive to the west, the Medoc and Saint Emilion vineyards about 45 minutes` drive to the south and the intriguing Marais Poitevin about an hour`s drive to the north. Moreover, the cuisine has a character of its own, utilising cognac, pineau and Marennes oysters. A holiday to the Bordeaux and Cognac regions is highly recommended. A fantastic way to discover the region is to incorporate it into a self-drive touring holiday, flying to Bordeaux and then exploring this area as well as the Basque Country and Carcassonne by hire-car. It is also accessible by train, such as in our suggested rail holiday travelling to the Loire Valley and Bordeaux which also allows you to explore by hire-car.
Highlights of Bordeaux
Visit vineyards and chateaux, for tasting and buying. Visit the oyster beds. Experience the Cognac distilleries, and the Romanesque architecture. Bordeaux is the historical centre for wine however you may also visit the villages of the wine region such as St Emilion.
Climate in the Bordeaux Region
Average air temperatures in Centigrade: Jan: 10.0, Feb: 9.4, Mar: 12.2, Apr: 19.5, May: 18.0, Jun: 23.7, Jul: 27.2, Aug: 25.7, Sep: 24.2, Oct: 19.7, Nov: 15.4, Dec: 11.0. Source: Direction de la Meteorologique de France
