Hotels in Le Havre

Exploring Le Havre

Le Havre is a city built on Maritime tradition - and more than a little stoicism. Le Havre became something of a symbol of post-war optimism across France when Charles De Gaulle awarded the battered - but liberated - port city the Legion of Honour, for the ‘heroism with which it faced its destruction’. The Belgian architect, Auguste Perret, was tasked with rebuilding the city from the rubble, and in 2005, UNESCO recognised his work with World Heritage Site status - acclaiming the exceptional post-war town planning, and inventive use of concrete architecture.

Accommodations in Le Havre

There is a range of options for all travelers. The most popular hotel in Le Havre is the Maison à louer avec incroyable vue, which has been booked &TravellersChoiceBooked1 times from our Hotels.com verified guests. Our guests also highly recommended Hilton Garden Inn Le Havre France in Le Havre as it has been reserved &TravellersChoiceBooked2 times.

There are some amazing options offering top-notch services and facilities. Check out Hotel Spa Pasino and Mercure Le Havre Centre Bassin du Commerce.

Sightseeing in Le Havre

- Museum of Modern Art Andre Malraux

Offering views of the busy harbour, Musée d'Art Moderne André Malraux is a sublime space to soak up some of France’s best art. This purpose-built gallery invites natural light in through its huge ceiling windows, and details like the rich colours of Monet’s floating water lilies are beautifully enhanced by the cascading sunlight.

- St Joseph Church

For a solid example of the creative concrete that epitomises Le Havre’s rebuild, head to Eglise St-Joseph. Concrete may not be renowned for its beauty, but it’s hard to argue with the impact of the church’s colossal concrete bell tower, which rises above the city like a rocket. Still unconvinced? Step inside to be wowed by the tower’s kaleidoscope of stained glass windows, which draws your gaze upwards towards the heavens.

Transportation in Le Havre

Le Havre has a large train station, which is the simplest way to reach the city from Paris or Rouen. There’s also a once a day TGV train link between Le Havre - France’s second biggest port city - and Marseilles in the south - the country’s biggest port. Le Havre’s coastal position means the city is a popular stop-off for cruise ships, as well as regular ferries, which cross the Channel from Ireland and Portsmouth. In the city itself, a modern tram system ensures you never have to walk too far.