Hotel La Zoologie & Spa Bordeaux, Bordeaux

Hotel La Zoologie & Spa Bordeaux - A 4-star hotel in a restored zoological institute with spa, rooftop terrace, and botanical garden

Set in a renovated 1900s Institute of Zoology building, Hotel La Zoologie & Spa Bordeaux houses 40 rooms across three distinct wings. The 4-star Bordeaux hotel features original stone walls, high French windows, and preserved oolitic limestone benches from its academic past. The Zoology Wing contains 24 rooms with animal-themed décor and laboratory-inspired glass bathrooms, while the 4-room Botanic Wing showcases bamboo ceilings and panoramic ANANBO murals. The 12-room Geology Wing offers Le Corbusier-inspired spaces with concrete ceilings and clay bathrooms. Dining options include a restaurant serving local cuisine, the 16-seat Banksia dining cellar, and a bar open until midnight. The 3229 ft² spa provides a jacuzzi, hammam, and sauna. Located 1968.5 ft from Saint-Jean station, La Zoologie sits near Place André Meunier and Cours de la Marne.

Pros

Original architectural elements preserved, including stone walls and academic benches

Each wing offers distinct design themes inspired by natural sciences

Spa facilities include jacuzzi, hammam, and sauna with dedicated morning and evening guest access

Rooftop terrace provides city views

Cons

Limited dining capacity at Banksia cellar with only 16 seats

12.5 miles distance from Merignac Airport