Your stay — Les Géraniums
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Your Perfect Room
✨ AI-generated · Jul 2026Before you check in to Les Géraniums, here's what to know about choosing the right room.
Best rooms to request
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th) for a quieter stay, as the hotel has a lift and the lower floors may experience more street noise from Chemin des Barrières.
Rooms to avoid
Lower floors (1st and 2nd) may be noisier due to the proximity to the street and potential foot traffic.
Best views
Unlikely to have a notable view, given the hotel's location on a residential street, but a room on the higher floors may offer a glimpse of the surrounding residential area.
Quietest floors
3rd or 4th floor
🔊 Noise notes
Street noise from Chemin des Barrières, potential noise from the lift and service entrance.
Insider tips
Arrive early to secure parking, as spaces may be limited. Request a room with a balcony for a bit more natural light and a view of the surrounding area.
- 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
Hotel Facilities — Les Géraniums
free, 5 Mbps speed, no login constraints
serves all floors, no stairs-only historic sections
complimentary digital newsstand (PressReader) on all devices
15:00 - 22:00; early bag-drop available from 08:00; late check-out until 13:00, EUR 50
available at the front desk, EUR 5 per bag per day
step-free access, wheelchair entries to main areas, no structural limitations
on-site parking available, EUR 15 per night; nearest public car park, Parking des Barrières, EUR 10 per day; no EV charging
Fees, Taxes & Deposits
City / tourist tax: EUR 1.50 per person per night
Deposit & card hold: EUR 200 advance deposit + EUR 100 incidental card hold at check-in
Money & Currency
Get a travel card →Euro, EUR
Use ATMs in Saint-Paul for the best rates; avoid exchange bureaux at Roland Garros Airport or tourist areas as they give poor rates.
Visa and Mastercard are widely accepted in supermarkets, restaurants, and hotels. Contactless is common; mobile pay (Apple Pay/Google Pay) works in most modern terminals. Smaller shops and market stalls prefer cash.
Tipping is not expected. For good service, rounding up the bill or leaving small change is appreciated, but not obligatory. Taxis and hotel staff do not expect tips.
Eat, Shop & Travel on a Budget
Cheap car hire →A simple espresso or café noir at a local bar costs about €1.50–€2.
A fixed-price lunch menu (plat du jour) at a working-class café or bakery is around €10–€12, often with a drink.
A main course at a basic local restaurant (e.g., a rougail or cari) costs about €10–€14.
Look for samoussas, bonbons piments, and brochettes from roadside vendors or the Saint-Paul market (Saturday mornings) for €1–€3 per item.
Supermarket chains like Carrefour, Leader Price, and Score are common in Saint-Paul and nearby strip malls.
Cheap clothes can be found at the Saint-Paul covered market (marché couvert) on weekend mornings, or at discounters like Tati or GiFi (if available).
The cheapest way around is the local bus (Citalis network) – a day pass costs about €4. From Roland Garros Airport, take the bus to Saint-Paul (line 12 or 15) for about €2–€3; avoid taxis.
1. Buy fresh produce and snacks at the Saturday market rather than supermarkets. 2. Drink tap water everywhere (it’s safe). 3. Get a Citalis multi-journey card to save on bus fares.
Where to Eat
💡 Booking tip: For popular restaurants in Saint-Paul, book at least a week ahead — especially for weekend evenings and during festival season.
Your arrival at Les Géraniums
🕒 Check-in is from . Arriving earlier? Most hotels store luggage free — just ask at reception.
🚐 Pre-book an airport transfer →Getting Around
Saint-Paul Bus Station → Saint-Gilles-les-Bains (coastal route)
💡 Use this bus to reach beaches and restaurants along the lagoon – get off at 'Boucan Canot' for the best snorkelling. The bus runs late only on Friday and Saturday evenings in summer.
Roland Garros Airport (RUN) → Saint-Paul Bus Station
💡 Buy a rechargeable 'Pass' card at the airport boutique for €2 – single tickets cost the same but the pass works on all Reunion buses. From Saint-Paul station, walk or take a taxi 3 km up to the gîte; the station taxi rank is cheap during daytime.
Roland Garros Airport (RUN) → Gîte Expedit Orchidée Sauvage, Saint-Paul
💡 Book a fixed-price taxi at the airport kiosk inside arrivals to avoid haggling. Ask the driver to take the coastal N1 route for sea views, not the inland N2 tunnel road.
Saint-Paul town centre → Gîte Expedit Orchidée Sauvage (hillside)
💡 Download the 'Taxi Réunion' app to book – short rides in town are metered and reasonable, but confirm the fare before starting if going uphill to the gîte.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the best rooms at Les Géraniums?
Request a room on a higher floor (3rd or 4th) for a quieter stay, as the hotel has a lift and the lower floors may experience more street noise from Chemin des Barrières.
Which rooms should I avoid at Les Géraniums?
Lower floors (1st and 2nd) may be noisier due to the proximity to the street and potential foot traffic.
Is Les Géraniums noisy?
Street noise from Chemin des Barrières, potential noise from the lift and service entrance.
Which rooms have the best views at Les Géraniums?
Unlikely to have a notable view, given the hotel's location on a residential street, but a room on the higher floors may offer a glimpse of the surrounding residential area.
What are insider tips for staying at Les Géraniums?
Arrive early to secure parking, as spaces may be limited. Request a room with a balcony for a bit more natural light and a view of the surrounding area.
What time is check-in at Les Géraniums?
Check-in at Les Géraniums is from null. Check-out is by null.
Does Les Géraniums have Wi-Fi?
free, 5 Mbps speed, no login constraints
Is there a city or tourist tax at Les Géraniums?
EUR 1.50 per person per night
Where can I eat cheaply near Les Géraniums?
A fixed-price lunch menu (plat du jour) at a working-class café or bakery is around €10–€12, often with a drink.
What is the cheapest way to get around from Les Géraniums?
The cheapest way around is the local bus (Citalis network) – a day pass costs about €4. From Roland Garros Airport, take the bus to Saint-Paul (line 12 or 15) for about €2–€3; avoid taxis.
Top Attractions in Saint-Paul
💡 Look for the small cemetery around the back—some graves date to the 1700s.
💡 Arrive by 7am to see the best produce; haggle gently for souvenirs but not for food.
💡 Check the noticeboard near the gate for occasional free guided walks on local plants.
💡 Go early on weekdays to avoid crowds; the water gets choppy after 11am in trade wind season.
💡 Skip the guided tour; the self-guided route is well-signposted and cheaper. Free on first Sunday of the month.