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Where to stay in Le Havre: 8 best hotels (our reviews)

by Claire ROBINSON, Region Lovers | August 12, 2023 | no intrusive ads, no sponsored content, just some affiliate links - if you use them, we get a small commission (read more)

A memorable night by the sea? A unique building with lots of space? A modern hotel where you choose the atmosphere?
Don’t worry, you’ll find your ideal accommodation in Le Havre for an unforgettable stay. This is it:

  • our tips for choosing where to stay in Le Havre, the best neighborhoods
  • and our selection of the best hotels in Le Havre

Our selection is made independently, based on our experience and research. When we stay in a hotel, we remain anonymous and pay in full.

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The best hotels in Le Havre, Corsica: our 3 favorites
Where to stay in Le Havre: best districts
1. Hilton Hotel (4 stars, waterfront)
2. Hôtel Pasino (4 stars, downtown)
3. Aparthotel Odalys City (4 stars, Station)
4. Hotel Vent d’Ouest
5. Best Western Plus Hotel (4 stars, train station)
6. Hotel Nomad (3 stars, train station)
7. Art’Hotel (3-star, downtown)
8. Hôtel La Petite Rade (3 stars, waterfront)
Cheap hotels in Le Havre and other options

The best hotels in Le Havre, Corsica: our 3 favorites

If you don’t want to read the whole list of hotels and why we love them, here’s our quick answer with our favorites in every corner of Le Havre, and why you’ll have a wonderful stay here!

Best beachfront hotel: Hilton

balcony -hotel Hilton - marina view

Le Havre’s waterfront is not very well developed for tourism. But a fine hotel has sprung up near the marina. The Hilton offers spacious, elegantly decorated rooms. We love the textures and plants in the hotel. And best of all, we loved watching the sunset from the balcony!

See photos, prices and availability

Best downtown hotel: Pasino

Pasino hotel room

If you want a spacious experience, choose the Pasino. Right in the center of town, this Casino hotel is housed in a landmark building with high ceilings. You’ll feel like you’ve got so much space you won’t know what to do with it!

See photos, prices and availability

Best hotel near Odalys station (Apparthotel)

Odalys hotel lounge

For a warm, modern hotel just 2 steps from the station, we prefer the Odalys hotel.
What’s more, if you’re staying for several days, the small kitchen areas mean you don’t have to eat out every day. The atmosphere, decor and team make for a very pleasant stay.

See photos, prices and availability

Best 5-star hotel

There are no 5-star hotels in Le Havre.
The nearest are Honfleur (40min drive) and Rouen (1h drive).
See our articles on where to sleep in Honfleur or where to sleep in Rouen.

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Where to stay in Le Havre: best districts

Is spending the night in Le Havre worth it?

art and architecture Perret 
in Le Havre

Le Havre may not be the most typical of French towns, but it has a lot to offer, and many visitors fall under its spell. The streets are wide and let in all the light, the waterfront is long and makes for long strolls, the Perret architecture is original and the works of art in the town add touches of color and will make you smile.

It’s one of the most beautiful places to stay in Normandy and a great destination for a weekend away!

And then you can plan your stay with our guide to What to do in Le Havre.

Hilton beachfront hotel

Sleeping by the sea

Le Havre’s waterfront is not as rich in hotels as other seaside resorts. You have just 2 options.

Benefits:

  • Sea view from bedrooms
  • Direct access to the long seafront promenade
  • Free parking along the seafront

Disadvantages:

  • Many people in summer
  • We live in the area, so I don’t see many drawbacks…
Le Havre waterfront

Sleeping in downtown Le Havre

The city center revolves around the town hall, Le Volcan theater and Saint-Joseph church. Here you’ll find the famous Perret architecture that earned Le Havre its Unesco classification.

Benefits:

  • Close to all museums and places of interest
  • Only 10 to 15 minutes’ walk from the beach
  • Close to all restaurants
  • In the heart of Perret buildings (some hotels are even located in Perret buildings).

Disadvantages:

  • Pay parking throughout the city center
  • Some hotels are close to bars and can be noisy.
Downtown Le Havre

Sleeping near the station

There are many modern hotels and aparthotels close to the station.

Benefits:

  • Close to the train station and tramways (Le Havre’s transportation hub).
  • Modern hotels

Disadvantages:

  • 20min walk to downtown, 30min walk to the beach (or take the streetcar).
  • Less charming neighbourhood

Other tips to keep in mind

Parking in downtown Le Havre is not free.
There are underground parking lots under the Le Volcan theater and the town hall.
Parking along the waterfront is free.

And you’re in Normandy, so many hotels don’t have air conditioning. It’s not necessary for a few weeks a year.

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1. Hilton Hotel (4 stars, waterfront)

Hilton Hotel entrance

Why stay at the Hilton

We have a real crush on this hotel. The design is very successful, in the shape of a boat with beautiful balustrades on the balconies.
Inside, we were delighted by the decor, with lots of plants and objects in wood and natural textures.
Our room was elegant and attracted to the balcony and the view of the marina.
As Le Havre faces west, it’s the perfect place to watch the sun set.

Hilton Hotel - room

Practical information

  • Neighborhood: waterfront, facing the marina
  • Price range: 4 stars
  • Restaurant: yes, but also plenty of choice within a 10-minute walk
  • Family rooms: yes
  • Facilities: Gym
  • Parking: private and paying, with recharging stations
  • See photos, prices and availability – and book!

See our detailed review of our stay at the Hilton (coming soon)


2. Hôtel Pasino (4 stars, downtown)

Hotel Pasino - view

Why stay at the Hotel Pasino

We were really delighted by our stay in this hotel. All the staff were very welcoming and we were impressed by the quality of the room and its facilities.
The suites are very spacious, as the hotel is located in an atypical place: the historic trading center of Le Havre.
But it was the view of the François le Chevalier footbridge that really stood out in our minds, a sight we enjoyed every morning when we woke up.

Hôtel Pasino - swimming pool

Practical information

  • District: Downtown, 2min from City Hall
  • Price range: 4 stars
  • Restaurant: yes
  • Family rooms: no
  • Facilities: casino, gym, indoor pool
  • Parking: private and free
  • See photos, prices and availability – and book!

See our detailed review of our stay at the Pasino


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3. Aparthotel Odalys City (4 stars, Station)

Odalys City Hotel

Why stay at the Odalys City hotel

The station area is undergoing a major transformation, with modern hotels springing up all around it. Located at the foot of the station. Odalys offers spacious studios and apartments with a modern yet warm design. If you don’t want to eat out every day during your stay, the small kitchens are ideal.
We loved the lounge and its colors from the moment we arrived in the hotel.
It’s a very functional option, just 2 steps from public transport.

hotel Odalys City - breakfast room

Practical information

  • Neighborhood: train station
  • Price range: 4 stars
  • Restaurant: no
  • Family rooms: yes (with sofa bed)
  • Facilities: gym
  • Parking: no, underground parking opposite the station
  • See photos, prices and availability – and book!

4. Hotel Vent d’Ouest

hotel Vent d'Ouest

Why stay at Hotel Vent d’Ouest

If you’re looking for a more cocooning, charming hotel, we recommend the Hotel Vent d’Ouest.
It’s ideally located between the town hall and the beach, right next to the famous St. Joseph’s church.
The rooms are not large, but the atmosphere is warm and intimate.
And we loved the breakfast, which was very varied with good products.

hotel Vent d'Ouest - lounge

Practical information

  • District: Downtown, next to Elise Saint-Joseph
  • Price range: 4 stars
  • Restaurant: no, but tea room
  • Family rooms: yes
  • Facilities: Spa, Hammam
  • Parking: private with charge
  • See photos, prices and availability – and book!

See our detailed review of our stay at this hotel (coming soon).


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5. Best Western Plus Hotel (4 stars, train station)

hotel Best Wester Plus Gare

Why stay at the Best Western Plus Gare hotel?

As is often the case with Best Western Plus hotels, we love the warm, modern decor: touches of blue, orange and gold.
The gym and lounge are very pleasant. The ambience of the hotel is really very successful.
You can’t miss the hotel as you leave the station – it’s right across the street!

hotel Best Wester Plus Gare - lounge

Practical information

  • Neighborhood: Station
  • Price range: 4 stars
  • Restaurant: no
  • Family rooms: no (but extra bed possible)
  • Facilities: Gym
  • Parking: no
  • See photos, prices and availability – and book!

6. Hotel Nomad (3 stars, train station)

Nomad Hotel

Why stay at the Nomad Gare hotel

Geeks or not, if you’re into gadgets and sleek, modern style, we recommend the Nomad hotel next to the station.
The atmosphere is really cool, and we appreciated the warm welcome.
And once in the bedroom, we had a lot of fun using the tablet to change the color of the light above the shower, or project the TV onto the white wall.

Hotel Nomad - Room

Practical information

  • Neighborhood: Station
  • Price range:
  • Restaurant: no
  • Family rooms: yes
  • Facilities: Small gym area
  • Parking: Private with charge
  • See photos, prices and availability – and book!

See our detailed review of our stay at Nomad (coming soon)


PLAN YOUR STAY IN Le Havre
  • Best things to do in Le Havre
  • The beach of Le Havre
  • Where to stay in Le Havre
  • Where to eat in Le Havre
  • Weekend in Le Havre
  • Cruise Port
  • Rent a car in Le Havre
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7. Art’Hotel (3-star, downtown)

Art'Hotel Hotel

Why stay at Art’Hotel

This hotel is one of the best located in Le Havre. It is located in the heart of Perret architecture, in one of the buildings opposite Oscar Niemeyer’s architectural work Le Volcan.
If you’re coming to Le Havre for an artistic weekend (Impressionist works or modern art), this is the perfect place to stay. The hotel is a permanent exhibition space. And we’ll let you discover the elevator.

It’s worth noting that it’s rated slightly lower than the others. We’ve noticed that it’s for 2 main reasons: the parking lot and the bar below if you open the windows.
You’re right in the center of town, so it’s quite normal. It’s a lively city! We advise you to go down to the underground parking lot under the theater, the entrance is right in front of the hotel, so you don’t have to worry.

Art'Hotel lobby

Practical information

  • Neighborhood: downtown, right next to Le Volcan theater
  • Price range: 3 stars
  • Restaurant: no
  • Family rooms: no
  • Equipment: no
  • Parking: no
  • See photos, prices and availability – and book!

See our detailed review of our stay in


8. Hôtel La Petite Rade (3 stars, waterfront)

Hôtel La Petite Rade - balconies

Why stay at Hotel La Petite Rade

If you want a sea view from your room, this is Le Havre’s other option.
This tiny hotel is located at the top of the boulevard. So the views from the balconies are really excellent. And we love the little sitting area by the bay windows, for windy days.

The hotel is located above Le Havre’s iconic bar, where all generations rub shoulders. You won’t get much peace and quiet if you open the window, but the atmosphere is very pleasant, in our opinion.

Hôtel La Petite Rade - entrance

Practical information

  • Neighborhood: seafront, at the top of the boulevard
  • Price range: 3 stars
  • Restaurant: yes
  • Family rooms: no
  • Equipment: /
  • Parking: no
  • See photos, prices and availability – and book!
PLAN YOUR TRIP TO Normandy

Inspiration destinations

  • Deciding where to go in Normandy – the best destinations
  • Our weekend ideas: best-of, romantic, unusual, seaside, luxury, family
  • 16 seaside hotels in Normandy
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  • Read our complete guide to visit the Mont-Saint-Michel
  • Discover the D-Day sites

Practice

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Cheap hotels in Le Havre and other options

Cheap hotels

To find cheaper hotels in Le Havre, move away from the city center or choose 2-star hotels like:

  • Hotel Oscar with its period decor – see prices, photos and availability
  • Hotel Le Petit Vatel and its nautical theme – see prices, photos and availability

Camping in Le Havre

Unfortunately, the forest campsite closed many years ago. It was great fun.
Today, the motorhome site is far from the center of town.
And the nearest campsites are:

  • Along the Alabaster coast, the Grand Hameau campsite
  • South of Honfleur, Normandie sur mer campsite

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