I recommend Hotel de Paris. I stayed there for 11 nights in early autumn. Jessica & her mother Alexia are friendly and welcoming hosts. I don’t speak French, but we had no communication barriers at all. Both ladies kindly switched to English. What I especially appreciated during my 11-night stay: 1. I felt comfortable and safe. 2. The hotel maintained quiet hours at night, and all the guests were respectful of each other. 3. The hotel's located on a well-lit street in the evening and a lively one during the day, just a 10-minute walk to the city center (the Old Port). 4. Nearby, there's a large market and several street vending spots selling cheese, pastries, fruits, vegetables, clothes, & more. There're also two cafés close by (& even more if you turn onto the neighboring streets), as well as a Credit Agricole branch, which might be useful for some travelers. 5. The rooms overlook either the courtyard or the street (there’s a museum right across from the hotel). 6. The bus station, a pharmacy, and a 24-hour grocery store are just a 3-minute walk away. Rooms include daily housekeeping service. If desired, you can opt out of cleaning on any given day. Jessica & Alexia were always responsive to all my additional requests, such as extra towels or toiletries, and helped with directions whenever I had questions. I had a small, cozy, recently renovated room with a French balcony, a large bed, and all the essentials. Room sizes are clearly stated on the hotel’s page, and I was aware of this when booking. My room was on the top floor, but that wasn’t an issue for me. The hotel has a vintage staircase (or semi-vintage, I’d say; not too steep). The front door's locked from 8:30 PM to 7:00 AM, and access during these hours is by code for hotel guests. The entrance's well-lit, and public areas are monitored by security cameras. As I mentioned, there’s also an inner courtyard. The hotel offers breakfast, which can be purchased for an additional fee. The only potential downside is the lack of an elevator, which might be a concern for guests with limited mobility. However, this wasn’t an issue for me personally. If I return to La Rochelle, I already know where I’ll be staying. Jessica & Alexia, thank you so much for your warm autumn welcome. I felt comfortable and at peace in your hotel.