Le Homard Bleu
Ile De Oleron, Charente-maritime
Good Hotel Guide Review
Facing the sea, near the spectacular bridge which links Oléron to the mainland, this white-fronted property is in a village in the south-east of the island. it is an unsophisticated hotel, popular with French holidaymakers. “The restaurant, crammed with tables, each with a dark blue tablecloth, is renowned for its seafood fresher than fresh, and sumptuous puddings,” says a recent visitor (to sit by the large bay windows you must book in advance). “Breakfast, in a conservatory with bright yellow paper tablecloths, is copious.” There is a terrace for alfresco meals. The 19th-century building has been renovated, in “somewhat stark” style: “minimalist” bedrooms have modern textiles; bathrooms are well appointed. Half of the rooms face the sea, the others look on to a “petite forêt” of pine and mimosa. “The busy road between hotel and sea quietens at night, and double glazing is effective against the noise of wind and rain in stormy weather.”
Hotel details
Address
10 Boulevard Félix Faure
St-trojan-les-bains
Ile De Oleron
Charente-maritime
17370
France
Telephone
00 33 5467 6002 2
Bedrooms
20 rooms.
Open
Check with hotel.
Facilities
Restaurant, terrace, parking, Wi-Fi.
Children
Yes, cots and extra beds available.
Smoking
No smoking in the hotel.
Credit cards
All major cards accepted.
Prices
Standard double room from €54–€95 half-board. Full-board available.