Hôtel Barrière L'Hermitage La Baule
A long white crescent above a five-kilometre beach, suited to family beach holidays.
Assessment
In Deauville, La Baule, and Enghien, Hôtel Barrière L'Hermitage La Baule presents itself as a long white crescent above a five-kilometre beach. What follows is our assessment of the accommodation, the front-of-house service, the food and beverage programme, and the day-to-day practicalities.
The property is built around crescent beach frontage, thalasso centre and family suites, and on those terms it serves family beach holidays better than any competing address nearby. Guests looking for something else will find the fit imperfect.
Before booking, note that faces one of the longest sand beaches in Europe. This is the detail most often missed, and the one that most often shapes how a guest remembers the property.
Character: A long white crescent above a five-kilometre beach
Best for family beach holidays
Defining features
- Crescent beach frontage
- Thalasso centre
- Family suites
Check-in and guest policies
- Minimum check-in age
- Guests must be 21 or older to check in, and government photo identification is required at the desk for every adult on the booking.
- Check-in and check-out
- Check-in from 15:00; check-out by 11:00. Early arrival and late departure are subject to availability on the day.
- Deposit
- A card pre-authorisation or cash deposit is taken at check-in to cover incidental charges, and released after departure.
- Smoking and pets
- Guest rooms are non-smoking. Assistance animals are always accommodated; other pet policies vary and should be confirmed with the property.
Stay questions
Is parking available on site?
Both self-parking and valet are provided. Charges apply nightly at most properties in this region, so confirm the current rate when you book.
Should I book restaurants in advance?
For the signature restaurants, yes — weekend service in particular fills well ahead. The all-day dining room generally takes walk-ins.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation terms are set by the property and vary by rate. Flexible rates usually allow free cancellation up to 24 to 72 hours before arrival; prepaid rates typically do not.