Guest house on Rue des Herbes near Place Saint-Pierre.
Maison Fernand is a guest house at 8 Rue des Herbes, 33000 Bordeaux, France, near Place Saint-Pierre. This is one of the oldest parts of the historic centre, with narrow streets, terraces and restaurants. The Grand Théâtre, Place de la Bourse and the Garonne quays are a short walk, and tram stops at Place du Palais and Grand Théâtre are close by. The guest house offers a small-scale, personal alternative to a hotel, in a traditional limestone building in the old town.
Maison Fernand is a guesthouse property, and the room types listed are Double Room. Typical rates are EUR 70-150 (~$80-$172) per night, and prices vary with season, events and the length of stay. Rooms are typically double rooms, and the listed amenity is Wifi. Breakfast is generally served by the hosts, and the surrounding streets offer cafés and restaurants for other meals. There is no spa or pool. Service is personal, with the hosts able to share local advice on wine tastings, markets and walking routes, and the guest house suits couples and independent travellers.
Visitors should note that France's tourist tax is added to the room rate, and that rates are highest during the wine fairs and the summer and early autumn periods. Arrival by train is simple, because Gare Saint-Jean receives TGV services from Paris in around two hours, and Bordeaux-Mérignac airport is connected to the city by tram line A and shuttle services. Staying in Bordeaux places travellers within reach of the wine regions of Saint-Émilion, the Médoc and Entre-Deux-Mers, as well as the Atlantic coast and the Arcachon Basin, all of which can be visited on day trips by rail, bus or organised tour. The city centre itself is a UNESCO World Heritage site for its 18th-century architecture, and most sights are close enough to reach on foot or by tram.
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Room types
- Double Room
Amenities
- Wifi
Location
8 Rue des Herbes, 33000 Bordeaux, France
44.8374, -0.5721 View on map
Highlights
- Old-town guest house near Place Saint-Pierre
- Personal, small-scale stay run by local hosts
- Located at 8 Rue des Herbes, Bordeaux
- Rates around EUR 70-150 per night
Tips for visiting
- Place Saint-Pierre is lively on summer evenings; ask for a rear-facing room for quiet.
- Bordeaux's trams run from early morning until after midnight; buy a ticket or contactless pass at the stop before boarding.
- Book early for weekends, wine fairs and the September-October harvest season, when central rates rise.
- The tourist tax is added to the room rate and is charged per person per night.
- Check the check-in time and luggage storage with the property if arriving on an early train.
When to visit
Best in spring and autumn; the old town is quieter outside peak summer.
Accessibility
A guest house in an older building is likely to have stairs; ask about access.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Maison Fernand located?
The property is at 8 Rue des Herbes, 33000 Bordeaux, France. Old-town guest house near Place Saint-Pierre.
How much does a room at Maison Fernand cost?
Typical rates are EUR 70-150 (~$80-$172) per night, depending on season, room type and events in Bordeaux.
What amenities does Maison Fernand list?
Listed amenities are Wifi. Room types include Double Room.
How do guests reach the property from Bordeaux Saint-Jean station?
Tram and bus services connect the station with the centre, and a taxi takes roughly 10 to 15 minutes depending on traffic.