Staying at the Hôtel Vent d’Ouest in Le Havre was a very pleasant experience. Its vintage interior design, spa and ideal location near St. Joseph’s Church really charmed us. For an intimate, relaxing, upscale stay in an authentic setting, opt for this adorable 4-star boutique hotel in the heart of the famous “Porte Océane”.
Discover our experience at the Hôtel Vent d’Ouest in this article, with plenty of photos to help you form your own opinion.
This review is completely independent, we stayed anonymously and paid our bill in full.
Why stay at Hôtel Vent d’Ouest?
Hôtel Vent d’Ouest is a great option if you’re looking for upmarket, central accommodation with a spa. In our opinion, this is one of the best hotels to stay at in Le Havre. In our view, its main assets are..:
- Its ideal location : in the heart of a district of Le Havre listed as a Unesco World Heritage Site, surrounded by buildings designed by Auguste Perret and facing the majestic Église Saint-Joseph. Simply cross the alley to reach the entrance and visit.
- Careful, vintage decor: we felt very warm, and appreciated the attention to detail and the cocooning atmosphere of this charming hotel. Our favorite feature is undoubtedly the beautiful library and board games in the common areas of this boutique hotel.
- Exquisite breakfast: wake up to the delicious smells of the full buffet breakfast served on the first floor. The flavours of the rich local terroir are in the spotlight!
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Is the Hotel Vent d’Ouest worth it? Our review
For us, Hôtel Vent d’Ouest is well worth the detour. This is one of our favorite spa hotels in Le Havre! Its warm ambience, original decor, spa and location make it one of the city’s finest hotels. It’s a boutique hotel, and we love this type of accommodation where the service is always personalized, the staff attentive and the setting intimate.
The hotel is also within easy reach of several major tourist attractions, includingSaint-Joseph Church and the MuMa (André Malraux Museum of Modern Art). This makes it an ideal base for exploring the city’s points of interest. We highly recommend this hotel for a pleasant stay in Le Havre.
Decoration and atmosphere
The Hôtel Spa Vent d’Ouest is distinguished by its English-style charm and tasteful interior design. The atmosphere was warm and friendly. Indeed, we felt “right at home”. You’ll surely notice that the cosy setting invites you to relax and generates a most pleasant atmosphere.
Each space has been decorated with care and impeccable attention to detail, helping to create a harmonious, soothing ambience. Bright colors and wood make way for common spaces. Note the many canvases on the walls, echoing Le Havre’s nickname of “ocean city”. In the heart of this major port city, the “Porte Océane” building was designed by architect Auguste Perret as a real passageway between the city and the sea. In addition to the paintings, a number of decorative objects and sailboat models will immerse you in a seafaring universe.
The hotel staff were attentive during our stay. We appreciated their availability, which added an extra touch to the experience we were offered by the hotel.
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The room
Our room was decorated in an old-fashioned “English club” style, with a cosy atmosphere that made us feel very comfortable. We particularly liked the trompe-l’œil library-effect wallpaper at the head of the bed, which was a real eye-catcher in the room! The antique wooden furniture and vintage dial telephone brought a touch of authenticity to our room.
The room was well equipped, with a TV, kettle, bottle of still water, coffee and tea bags, sugar and glass cups in the room. The vintage feel of the room, accentuated by the brown and beige tones of the ensemble and the striped bed linen and curtains, really appealed to us.
Comfortable armchairs allowed us to enjoy the view of the alley from our room. A beautiful art book was available for on-site consultation alongside an antique rotary telephone, adding character to the room.
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The bathroom
We appreciated the functional bathroom with shower and toilet, which avoided wasting space. This decorative approach extends to the bathroom. Beige tones, wooden furniture and a seascape painting adorned the room.
Hygiene products from the Nuxe cosmetics brand, a bathrobe, slippers, a hairdryer and toiletries were provided prior to our arrival.
The breakfast
Our breakfast at the Hôtel Vent d’Ouest in Le Havre was simply exquisite! The buffet served on the hotel’s first floor features a variety of local products, including different types of bread (rye, cereal, white) and an assortment of dried fruit.
We also had the choice of animal or vegetable milk. The choice of local produce offered at breakfast is very fine, and we really felt the hotel owners’ desire to share their love of the local terroir with us. In fact, the establishment favors local suppliers and artisans. We enjoyed the diversity of products on offer, including Castillon ewe’s milk cheese, homemade jams, artisanal Normandy cheeses from Ferme Dumesnil and a variety of charcuterie.
Several platters of tasty, juicy fruit are also available for a touch of freshness. In the form of a fruit salad or individually tasted, the choice is yours! Finally, the delicious smell of breakfast in the hotel corridors when we woke up was really pleasant.
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Equipment and common areas
Hôtel Vent d’Ouest features a Nuxe spa where you can enjoy massages, a hammam, a steam bath and treatments to relax and recharge your batteries.
What’s more, you’ll find a fine library in the hotel’s common areas, with works by great authors such as Honoré de Balzac, Charles Dickens and Alexandre Dumas. For history buffs, history books and fine art history books will enhance your moments of reading and relaxation. Finally, a number of board games are available in the cupboards for free access, and the hotel can also provide bicycles for hire, subject to availability. Plenty to keep you busy during your stay!
The restoration
The hotel offers a tea room service with a selection of pastries and hot drinks to enjoy a convivial moment in the afternoon. You can also order snacks from room service.
History
The Hôtel Spa Vent d’Ouest in Le Havre marks the start of Le Havre entrepreneur Léa Lassarat’s adventure in the hotel business. Thanks to a committed team, a high quality of service and a commitment to the hotel experience, other establishments have sprung up in the same vein. For example, in Honfleur we also loved Les Maisons de Léa, run by the same owners.
Practical info about Hôtel Spa Vent d’Ouest in Le Havre
Type
This is a 4-star spa hotel. Rather intimate, with 35 rooms and suites.
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Where the hotel is located
The Hôtel Vent d’Ouest is located in the residential district rebuilt by architect Auguste Perret. It is located at 4, rue de Caligny, 76600 Le Havre.
- Driving time from Honfleur = 35min
- Driving time from Étretat = 35min
- Driving time from Rouen = 1h10min
- Driving time from Caen = 1h20min
- Driving time from Bayeux = 1h30min
How to get there
The hotel is ideally located between the town hall and the beach, right next to the famous St. Joseph’s church. From the SNCF train station, less than 30 minutes on foot and less than 10 minutes by car.
See available timetables and book your train and coach tickets now.
You can also take tramway lines A or B, get off at the St-Roch stop and walk less than 5min to the hotel. Find all public transport options here.
OUR ADVICE FOR RENTING A CAR IN Normandy
- Compare prices on our preferred platform: DiscoverCars – one of the best rated sites.
- Choose a car that is comfortable enough (distances can be long) but compact (some parking lots and villages are narrow).
- Think of thecomplete insurance (some roads are tortuous and narrow).
- There is a lot of demand, book it early.
Parking
The hotel has a dedicated private parking lot for guests at an additional cost (reservation required). Parking is also available in the streets around the hotel.
For people with reduced mobility
Hôtel Vent d’Ouest has rooms accessible to people with reduced mobility. What’s more, we were able to take advantage of an elevator that facilitates access to the various floors. These facilities ensure better accessibility and comfort for customers with reduced mobility.
Is Hôtel Vent d’Ouest family-friendly?
Absolutely, this hotel offers family rooms and baby cots on request to accommodate families. In fact, we’ve found this to be a very practical option!
