Votre séjour — Ibis
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La propriété — Ibis
The Ibis in Lorient is a straightforward, reliable stop: a modern three-star near the train station and the harbour. You walk into a bright, functional lobby with a bar and a 24/7 snack counter – nothing fancy, but clean and efficient. It suits a traveller who needs a no-fuss base for a day or two, especially one arriving or leaving by rail.
Chroniques de Lorient
Lorient was founded in 1666 as a base for the French East India Company, named after the Orient. Its 18th-century grid of docks and warehouses was largely obliterated by Allied bombing in World War II, so the postwar rebuild is functional and low-rise. Today the city is a working port and the heart of France's Atlantic yachting scene, anchored by the annual Route du Rhum transatlantic race and a strong Breton identity.
Meilleur moment pour visiter
Guide complet de Lorient →Meilleurs mois
May and September: warm, dry spells and manageable visitor numbers. June also works well before peak holiday crowds.
Peak / Festival surge
July and August, plus early November for the Route du Rhum race start. Prices can rise 30–50% over the summer; the race weekend floods hotels weeks ahead.
La saison des épaules
May and September offer mid-range rates, 20–30% less than peak summer, with still pleasant weather and lighter traffic.
Météo & Emballage
Lorient has a mild maritime climate but can shift from sunny to drizzly in an hour. Pack a waterproof shell and a light layer; an umbrella is essential even in June.
Briefing de la ville — Lorient
- New direct TER regional trains now connect Lorient to Quimper and Vannes with hourly departures, easing day trips from the Ibis.
- The Cité de la Voile Éric Tabarly has opened an extended exhibition on the Route du Rhum history, good for an hour's visit.
- Construction on the port-side footbridge by the base de sous-marins is ongoing; expect minor diversions near the harbour until late 2026.
Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Ibis, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on the second or third floor, facing the interior courtyard (if available). Upper floors are quieter and the courtyard side avoids street noise from Cours Louis de Chazelles, a busy through-road in central Lorient. Ground-floor rooms near the entrance or lift may have more foot traffic.
Rooms to avoid
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any rooms directly above the bar or lobby on the first floor – they can pick up noise from the street entrance and the lift. Rooms facing the street (Cours Louis de Chazelles) get traffic hum, especially in the morning and early evening.
Best views
Rooms on the third floor facing the street have a slight view over the Cours Louis de Chazelles and the harbour area beyond, but it's a busy road. The courtyard side gives a more private, foliage-backed outlook – less view but far quieter.
Quietest floors
Second and third floors are the quietest. Both have lift access, and the third floor is furthest from ground-level activity.
🔊 Noise notes
Cours Louis de Chazelles is a main thoroughfare in central Lorient, with traffic from early morning until late evening. The hotel's lift and bar on the first floor generate intermittent noise. No soundproofing data is provided, but a courtyard-facing upper room is your best bet.
Insider tips
Park at Parking de la Ville close (5 min walk, €12/24h) – it's the cheapest option and avoids fines on the road. Check-in is straightforward: use your room number and surname for WiFi (no app). If you need a quiet stay, specify a high-floor, courtyard-facing room at booking; ground-floor rooms are best only if you have mobility issues, as there are no adapted bathrooms.
- Call the hotel directly 24–48 hours before arrival and ask for a specific room type
- Add a note in your booking comments field
- Ask at check-in — front desk staff can often accommodate if a room is available
Hôtel Facilités — Ibis
Free standard WiFi in all rooms and public areas, speeds around 10 Mbps. A premium tier (€5/24h) offers up to 30 Mbps. Login via room number and surname – no app required.
One lift serves all three guest floors; no stairs-only sections.
Physical copies of Ouest-France available for free at reception. No digital newsstand.
Check-in from 12:00; luggage drop available from 11:30. Late check-out until 14:00 costs €15, subject to availability.
Free luggage storage behind the front desk, accessible only during reception hours (24h).
Step-free access via a ramp at the main entrance. Lift and wide corridors throughout. No adapted rooms with roll-in showers; ground-floor rooms available on request.
No on-site parking. The nearest public car park is Parking de la Ville close (5 min walk), €12/24h. No EV charging at the hotel.
Frais, taxes et dépôts
City / tourist tax: €1.65 per person per night (applicable to all guests aged 18+)
Deposit & card hold: No advance deposit required for standard bookings. A €50 incidental hold is placed on your card at check-in.
Faith & Dietary à proximité
- Church: Temple protestant de Lorient (437 m · ~5 min walk)
- Church: Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle (441 m · ~6 min walk)
- Mosque: Mosquée de Lorient (655 m · ~8 min walk)
- Church: Chapelle Saint-Christophe (730 m · ~9 min walk)
Style de vie et récréation
Le Rex — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Square Jeanne Roux — 218 m · ~3 min walk
Le Grand Théâtre — 1.0 km · ~13 min walk
Manège — 829 m · ~10 min walk
5 minutes de radios essentielles
SG — 315 m · ~4 min walk
Pharmacie de la Gare — 38 m · ~1 min walk
Carrefour Market — 120 m · ~2 min walk
Lorient — 308 m · ~4 min walk
Monnaie & Monnaie
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use bank ATMs in the city centre for the best rate; avoid exchange desks at Lorient Brittany South airport or tourist offices as they typically charge high fees and poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in shops, restaurants, and hotels; contactless and Apple Pay/Google Pay are common; smaller markets or bakeries may prefer cash for small purchases.
Not expected – service is included; leave small change (€1–2) for good service in restaurants, round up taxi fares, and tip hotel staff €1–2 per bag or per night for housekeeping.
Manger, faire du shopping et voyager sur un budget
Cheap car hire →An espresso (café noir) at a sidewalk café usually costs €1.50–2.00; a longer coffee like noisette is similar.
A fixed-price lunch menu (entrée+plat or plat+dessert) in a neighbourhood bistro costs around €12–15; a sandwich and drink from a boulangerie is about €6–8.
A main course (steak-frites, fish of the day, galette) in an ordinary restaurant runs €14–18; a crêpe with a savoury filling and a cider is about €10–12.
The streets around Place Alsace-Lorraine and Rue de la Comédie have kebab shops, crêperies, and food trucks at the weekday market; also look for galettes-saucisse (sausage in a buckwheat crêpe) sold at stands.
Super U, Intermarché, and Lidl are the main budget supermarket chains; a small Carrefour City is in central Lorient.
Cheap high-street shopping is along Rue de la Comédie and Rue de la Loi; for markets, try the Wednesday and Saturday morning market at Place de la Terrasse.
A single bus ticket on the CTRL network costs €1.50, or buy a day pass for €5.00. From Lorient airport (LRT), take bus line 41 (€2.00) or a shuttle to the train station; taxis cost €25–35.
Bring a reusable water bottle – tap water is safe and free; eat the fixed-price lunch menu (formule déjeuner) rather than à la carte; buy a baked good and baguette from a boulangerie and have a park picnic near the harbour.
Bon à savoir — Lorient
Type C/E · 230V
safe
$1 ≈ €0.88 · EUR
Where to Eat
Book a table →💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Lorient, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Ibis
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🧭 First things nearby: cash · SG — 315 m · ~4 min walk — pharmacy · Pharmacie de la Gare — 38 m · ~1 min walk
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →S’entourer
Find train tickets →Lorient Airport terminal → Lorient Gare d'Échanges
💡 Buy ticket from driver with cash. The bus drops you at the train station, then it's a 10-minute walk to Ibis. Last bus leaves airport around 19:30 – after that, taxi only.
Ibis Lorient Centre → Lorient Gare d'Échanges
💡 The Ibis is right on tram line T1 (stop 'Espace 2000'). Buy a rechargeable Korrigo card from the machine at the stop – saves queuing. Single tickets valid for 1 hour transfer.
Lorient Gare d'Échanges → Quimper or Vannes (via Lorient)
💡 Not useful for airport transfers, but for day trips from Ibis, walk 10 mins to the station. Book via SNCF app for cheaper fares on the day.
Lorient Bretagne Sud Airport (LRT) → Ibis Lorient Centre
💡 Pre-book with Taxi Lorient (02 97 21 20 20) for a flat €25 rate to the centre. Avoid unmarked cars at the rank.
Questions fréquemment posées
What are the best rooms at Ibis?
Request a room on the second or third floor, facing the interior courtyard (if available). Upper floors are quieter and the courtyard side avoids street noise from Cours Louis de Chazelles, a busy through-road in central Lorient. Ground-floor rooms near the entrance or lift may have more foot traffic.
Which rooms should I avoid at Ibis?
Avoid ground-floor rooms and any rooms directly above the bar or lobby on the first floor – they can pick up noise from the street entrance and the lift. Rooms facing the street (Cours Louis de Chazelles) get traffic hum, especially in the morning and early evening.
Is Ibis noisy?
Cours Louis de Chazelles is a main thoroughfare in central Lorient, with traffic from early morning until late evening. The hotel's lift and bar on the first floor generate intermittent noise. No soundproofing data is provided, but a courtyard-facing upper room is your best bet.
Which rooms have the best views at Ibis?
Rooms on the third floor facing the street have a slight view over the Cours Louis de Chazelles and the harbour area beyond, but it's a busy road. The courtyard side gives a more private, foliage-backed outlook – less view but far quieter.
What are insider tips for staying at Ibis?
Park at Parking de la Ville close (5 min walk, €12/24h) – it's the cheapest option and avoids fines on the road. Check-in is straightforward: use your room number and surname for WiFi (no app). If you need a quiet stay, specify a high-floor, courtyard-facing room at booking; ground-floor rooms are best only if you have mobility issues, as there are no adapted bathrooms.
What time is check-in at Ibis?
Check-in at Ibis is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Ibis have Wi-Fi?
Free standard WiFi in all rooms and public areas, speeds around 10 Mbps. A premium tier (€5/24h) offers up to 30 Mbps. Login via room number and surname – no app required.
Is there a city or tourist tax at Ibis?
€1.65 per person per night (applicable to all guests aged 18+)
Where can I eat cheaply near Ibis?
A fixed-price lunch menu (entrée+plat or plat+dessert) in a neighbourhood bistro costs around €12–15; a sandwich and drink from a boulangerie is about €6–8.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Ibis?
A single bus ticket on the CTRL network costs €1.50, or buy a day pass for €5.00. From Lorient airport (LRT), take bus line 41 (€2.00) or a shuttle to the train station; taxis cost €25–35.
When is the best time to visit Lorient?
May and September: warm, dry spells and manageable visitor numbers. June also works well before peak holiday crowds.
Principales attractions à Lorient
💡 Best in late spring when the roses are out—bring your own sandwich; the bench by the pond is popular with locals.
💡 Arrive before 10am for the best oysters and get a crêpe from the stall at the north exit—€3.50 and the best in town.
💡 Go at dusk when the concrete structure is lit from below—dramatic and few tourists. No need to book for the free areas.
💡 Walk east along the coastal path from the beach for a 20-minute loop with views over the harbour—free and quieter than the beach itself.
💡 Skip the paid indoor section on a sunny day—the free outdoor docks and the view of the trimarans are just as good.