Hotel California
27 Rue Jean Jaurès
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Why people book this hotel
“Our hosts were charming and extremely helpful”
“The owners were very helpful”
“Parking is free on the local roads but one needs a little patience to find a spo…”
“Friendly, exceptionally clean and centrally located”
“The room was large and had the advantage of a balcony”
“Our room was comfy and the shower was good”
“Clean neat room, excellent breakfast, quiet location”
“Very friendly staff, cozy and clean room”
“The breakfast was delicious”
“Lovely breakfast”
“Good value hotel in the centre of town”
“Somewhat quirky place but fine for the price”
Overview
The family-run Hotel California is situated in the city centre of Vichy, a charming spa and resort town in the Auvergne region of central France. Guestrooms are charming and unique in their individual style. Each is equipped with a bathroom with shower or bath, telephone, Wi-Fi internet access and satellite TV. Family rooms are available and can accommodate 4 to 6 people. Hotel California’s central location provides easy access to the must see sites of Vichy.
Traveller reviews
HervyHervy
couple
September 3, 2025
“Highly recommended”
This was our second visit to the California. Our hosts were charming and extremely helpful. The room was large and had the advantage of a balcony. The shower room and toilet were extremely well equipped and the bed comfortable. Parking is free on the local roads but one needs a little patience to find a spot right near the hotel.
Patrick
solo_traveller
May 17, 2025
“Comfortable and close to all the sights”
It was close to everything. The owners were very helpful.
Angy
solo_traveller
April 15, 2025
“Very convenient for my flying visit.”
Friendly, exceptionally clean and centrally located.
Mark Jones
solo_traveller
April 2, 2025
“Perfect for travelling through on my own”
Clean neat room, excellent breakfast, quiet location.
Wolf
solo_traveller
November 23, 2024
“Cozy room and nice staff!”
Very friendly staff, cozy and clean room! The breakfast was delicious.
Chloe
extended_group
November 10, 2024
“Great location and decent value.”
Good value hotel in the centre of town. Our room was comfy and the shower was good. Close to shops and restaurants.
Nancy Raquel
couple
September 4, 2024
The owner didn't let us stay because the reception at her hotel was closed... We had a problem on the road (a major traffic jam due to a car accident) and arrived very late, but she didn't offer us ANY solution. She just called us at 22:00 and told us that "the reception was closed." We lost the money from the reservation, and she left us on the street. Finally, we were able to stay at a B&B... You said:
Kate
extended_group
August 10, 2024
Very clean. Lovely breakfast. Great hotel for overnight stopover
Anthony
family_with_children
August 1, 2024
“Characterful hotel with great breakfast in historic central Vichy.”
Really lovely small hotel with atmosphere and character. Lady proprietor was very kind and caring. Great position near historic centre. Easy to park for free on streets nearby. Lovely breakfast.
Juan
solo_traveller
July 17, 2024
“A place with so much charm”
Excellent location, very clean, superb management.
Börje
couple
July 6, 2024
“A very nice hotell”
Good breakfast, nice owners, very glesnar, atmosphere nice.
Kate
solo_traveller
June 20, 2024
“Great value, friendly hotel.”
Nice hotel, I had a single room with double aspect windows. Simple but comfortable and clean. I loved having a hot bath after a day cycling. Nice, friendly staff, happy to store the bicycle.
Karin
solo_traveller
June 6, 2024
“Could not have expected better, very grateful!”
Simpel but cosy place. Staff very welcoming and always there when needed. Breakfast very tasty. Great location
Dàvid
solo_traveller
May 21, 2024
“Good option for Vichy centre”
Helpful staff. Location on edge of the centre of town. Somewhat quirky place but fine for the price.
“Incredible value for money. Attention at a top level. Fully assisted feeling.”
Simple but confortable room. Prefect location. Incredible proximity treatment. Fantastic breackfast
Martin
couple
October 1, 2023
“Quite ok”
The lady at reception was very nice and helpful. Bathroom was fully renovated, towels were new, fluffy and soft.
Reda
family_with_children
September 1, 2023
“A very pleasant stopover”
Big family room and great location . The staff was very friendly and helpful
Antje
solo_traveller
August 30, 2023
Very nice rooms, pretty interior.
Tomasz
family_with_children
August 8, 2023
“Nice site in a good location.”
The hotel is lovely. It's housed in a classic townhouse, the rooms are stylish, with beautiful windows and shutters, plus sometimes balconies with flowers. The location is perfect, a few steps from the spa park and water springs. The price is commensurate with the standard. The staff are very open, helpful and willing to talk.
Bart
family_with_children
July 21, 2023
“A charming classical French hotel with a charming and helpful staff.”
A charming hotel with an extremely friendly and helpful staff. The whole atmosphere is that of a quintessential classic French hotel.
Facilities
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
Food & drink safety
All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized, Physical distancing in dining areas
General
Non-smoking rooms, Family rooms, Heating, Non-smoking throughout, Designated smoking area, WiFi available in all areas, Bicycle parking
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Outdoor furniture, Terrace
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed, Screens or physical barriers placed between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
24-hour security, Key access, Security alarm, Smoke alarms, Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Shared lounge/TV area
Family Room
Connecting rooms with an en suite bathroom, free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV.
Family Room (5 Adults)
This family room features 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hairdryer. Free WiFi is provided.
Double Room
En suite room with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV.
Twin Room
This room has a large bathroom and free WiFi access.
Triple Room
En suite room with free Wi-Fi and a flat-screen TV.
Single Room
This single room with free WiFi has a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom.
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