Bastide Travel Guide
Bordeaux
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Popular places to visit
Bordeaux Botanical Garden
Explore the great outdoors at Bordeaux Botanical Garden, a lovely green space in Bordeaux. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Cité du Vin
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Cité du Vin during your travels in Bordeaux. Discover the area's shops or seek out its local tours.
Rue Sainte-Catherine
If you love to shop, this French street has great appeal. People watch as you have a drink or meal. The street seems to have a life of its own.
Place des Quinconces
The biggest square in France, this plaza hosts festivals, concerts and markets and features monuments dedicated to famous writers.
Bordeaux Exhibition Center
After visiting Bordeaux Exhibition Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bordeaux. Visit the area's spas or simply enjoy its wineries.
Place de la Bourse
Explore this photogenic riverside square, which is bordered by two grand neoclassical palaces and features a spectacular fountain at its center.
Things to do
Bordeaux: River Garonne Cruise with Glass of Wine and Canelé
Guided Saint-Emilion Wine Tasting & Village Visit From Bordeaux
Bordeaux: Cité du Vin Entry Ticket and Wine Tasting
Bordeaux food tour: sweet treats & highlights (IN FRENCH)
Top hotels in Bastide
ibis Bordeaux Centre Bastide
"Very helpful staff. Good location and clean rooms."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Eklo Hotels Bordeaux City center Bastide
"Room functional and clean if small. Found the lighting insufficient but maybe it’s my eyes. Staff friendly, but very young, as one would expect from a place that has individual rooms as well as hostel beds in shared rooms. The place is bright and funky, which works for me. If you like exposed plywood, ..."
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Montempô appart-hôtel Bordeaux Belvédère
"Location is good. Friendly staff, clean except for the dishes unfortunately. I had 2 dirty bowls and dirty knifes but overall I was satisfied about my stay. I’m just not sure if would stay here again. There were quite some extra costs on top of the price mentioned when you book."
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Bordeaux Centre
"Best hotel we have stayed so far. Everything was beyond our expectation. Definitely we will return."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Mercure Bordeaux Centre Ville
"Nous sommes demeurer trois nuits nous avons aimé l'emplacement parfait l'excellent petit-déjeuner. Le personnel à l'accueil était très gentil. De plus, stationnement facile près de l'hôtel."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
ibis Bordeaux Centre Meriadeck
"Excellent location, close to city centre & 2 minutes from a tram stop. Bright, welcoming foyer, bar & restaurant. Super breakfast. Comfortable room. fast lifts."
Reviewed on 6 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Bastide
- Bordeaux City Centre
- Hôtel de Ville - Quinconces
- Bordeaux Golden Triangle
- Chartrons
- Saint Jean Station District
Bordeaux City Centre
Travellers choose Bordeaux City Centre for its great bars. Hop aboard the metro at Gambetta Tram Station or Grand Theatre Tram Station and check out top sights like Place Gambetta.
Hôtel de Ville - Quinconces
If you're spending time in Hôtel de Ville - Quinconces, check out sights like Grand Theatre of Bordeaux or Place de la Comédie and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Grand Theatre Tram Station or Gambetta Tram Station.
Bordeaux Golden Triangle
If you're spending time in Bordeaux Golden Triangle, you might enjoy attractions like Place de la Comédie and Rue Sainte-Catherine. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's ample dining options before hopping on the metro at Grand Theatre Tram Station to see more of the city.
Chartrons
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Chartrons. Spend some time visiting top spots like Bordeaux Wine and Trade Museum, and catch the metro at Cours du Medoc Tram Station or Les Hangars Tram Station to see more of the area.
Saint Jean Station District
The river views and coffee shops are a few things visitors like about Saint Jean Station District. Check out Rock School Barbey while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Belcier Tram Station or Carle Vernet Tram Station to get around town.
