Le Richelieu

The Hotel le Richelieu is located in La Flotte on the Isle de Re, France, 500 metres from the village centre, five kilometres from Saint Martin, and 15 kilometres from La Rochelle. The Lighthouse of Baleines is 25 kilometres from the hotel.

Hotel le Richelieu is a Mediterranean-style building overlooking the sea, and sheltered by the jetty of La Flotte harbour. There is a heated outdoor swimming pool, and fitness equipment is available. The Thalassotherapy spa and beauty centre offers a sauna and various treatments. Complimentary newspapers are available in the lobby, and room service is offered during restaurant opening hours.

Hotel Richelieu's restaurant features ivory- tinted wood-panelling, and large picture windows looking out over the sea. Gastronomic French cuisine prepared with fresh local ingredients is served, with the emphasis on fish and meat dishes. Light seafood dishes are served al fresco on the wooden terrace at lunchtimes. There is also a bar, with dark wood panelling and large antique-style mirrors.

Bicycles can be rented at reception, and the nearby beach offers a range of water-based recreation, including sailing. Horse riding lessons are also available one kilometre from the hotel.

The 40 air-conditioned guestrooms and bungalows overlook the sea or the garden; most have terraces. The rooms are decorated in warm natural colours, with antique-style furniture, parquet floors, rich fabrics, and wood-panelling. All include satellite television, telephones, minibars, safes, refrigerators, and a daily complimentary newspaper during the week. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

The Phare des Baleines, at 57 metres high, is one of the highest lighthouses in France. There are 257 steps to the top, from where there are panoramic views over the island and the ocean.

Standard DBL Garden view Bungalow
One double bed. 14 square metres (room), 6.5 square metres (bathroom). 16 square metre terrace. Bright and modern decor. Wood-paneled walls, antique-style furnishings, parquet floors, and rich fabrics. Air conditioning, satellite television, telephone, minibar, safe, and a complimentary newspaper during the week. Bathroom with bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryer.

Superior DBL Garden view Bungalow
One double bed. Bright and modern decor. Wood-panelled walls, antique-style furnishings, parquet floors, and rich fabrics. Air conditioning, satellite television, telephone, minibar, safe, and a complimentary newspaper during the week. Bathroom with bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryer.

Standard DBL Terrace side sea view
One double bed. Bright and modern decor. Wood-panelled walls, antique-style furnishings, parquet floors, and rich fabrics. Air conditioning, satellite television, telephone, minibar, safe, and a complimentary newspaper during the week. Bathroom with bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryer.