Title: Top Houseboats in France in 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [France Travel Guide](https://expedia.co.uk/France.dx59)[France Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-France.d59.Hotel-Destinations)[Holiday Rentals in France](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-France.d59.Holiday-Rental-Destinations)[France Flights](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-France.d59.Flight-Destinations)[France Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-France.d59.Car-Hire-Destinations)[France Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/France.d59.Holidays-City-Breaks) ![Eiffel Tower which includes a monument, heritage architecture and a sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/502251/07e634c6-bcc3-4446-bda9-901da2d2c35c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Houseboats in France ## Compare and save - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__price_find.svg) ### Change your mind Book hotels with free cancellation - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Treat yourself Save instantly and earn perks with One Key [Learn about One Key](https://www.expedia.co.uk/welcome-one-key) - ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__bed.svg) ### Be picky Search almost a million properties worldwide ## Check prices for these dates In two weeks [16 Jan - 18 Jan](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=59&startDate=2026-01-16&endDate=2026-01-18&adults=2&categorySearch=vacation_rentals_option&stay_options_group=vacation_rentals_option&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In two months [27 Feb - 1 Mar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=59&startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-03-01&adults=2&categorySearch=vacation_rentals_option&stay_options_group=vacation_rentals_option&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In three months [27 Mar - 29 Mar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=59&startDate=2026-03-27&endDate=2026-03-29&adults=2&categorySearch=vacation_rentals_option&stay_options_group=vacation_rentals_option&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) In four months [24 Apr - 26 Apr](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=59&startDate=2026-04-24&endDate=2026-04-26&adults=2&categorySearch=vacation_rentals_option&stay_options_group=vacation_rentals_option&rfrr=TG.LP.CheckPrices.Hotel&openPlayBack=true) ## France Accommodation: Most Popular Cities to Stay ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/474000/474240-Left-Bank-Paris.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium) #### Paris [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paris-Houseboats.d179898-aaHouseboats.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Lyon showing a city, a river or creek and a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/196000/196632-Rhone-Alpes.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium) #### Lyon [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lyon-Houseboats.d6180797-aaHouseboats.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Bordeaux which includes street scenes and heritage elements](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/131000/131485-Bordeaux.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium) #### Bordeaux [](https://expedia.co.uk/Bordeaux-Houseboats.d6023322-aaHouseboats.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Vieux Port showing a marina and boating](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/59000/59044-Marseille.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=384&h=216&q=medium) #### Marseille [](https://expedia.co.uk/Marseille-Houseboats.d179895-aaHouseboats.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ## Our top choices for France houseboats ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63840000/63835300/63835288/8dceeb04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63840000/63835300/63835288/cbf4411c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63840000/63835300/63835288/a96d4726.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/64000000/63840000/63835300/63835288/a38ac157.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A lodge boat at Guidel-Plages marina [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Guidel-Hotels-Lodge-Boat-Fleur-DO-Guidel-Plages.h63835288.Hotel-Information) Guidel 9.8/10 Exceptional (12) "Excellent location and loved our second stay on the boat…..note may want to replace the coffee machine as it leaks when you use it but what a fantastic place to stay and would thoroughly recommend it….." ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Peter s. [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Guidel-Hotels-Lodge-Boat-Fleur-DO-Guidel-Plages.h63835288.Hotel-Information) ![View from property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36046100/36046005/baf4003e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio (Le Carré) | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36046100/36046005/83e6de5a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Free daily continental breakfast ](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36046100/36046005/7b93d91c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Studio (Le Cormoran) | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36050000/36046100/36046005/7d59311f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Studio Péniche Centre Lyon Insolite [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lyon-Hotels-Studio-Peniche-Centre-Lyon-Insolite.h36046005.Hotel-Information) Lyon City Centre 7.6/10 Good (32) "It is a narrow boat (Peniche) on the river. Access is with limited space, not good if you have large suitcases. It is self-check in and departure. " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) Norman [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lyon-Hotels-Studio-Peniche-Centre-Lyon-Insolite.h36046005.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100700000/100691000/100690966/6e92f6c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, stovetop, coffee grinder, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100700000/100691000/100690966/d2e52e79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100700000/100691000/100690966/3d50342d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 bedrooms, travel cot, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100700000/100691000/100690966/80274a40.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marché de Noël en Alsace [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Eckwersheim-Hotels-Marche-De-Noel-En-Alsace.h100690966.Hotel-Information) Eckwersheim 10/10 Exceptional (2) "Wer das Flair eines rustikalen Hausbootes zu schätzen weiß ist hier genau richtig. Wir waren für zwei Tage anlässlich des Geburtstages meines Sohnes hier um Straßburg zu besuchen. Das Schiff ist wunderbar gelegen an einem kleinen Kanal, man kann hier die Ruhe genießen, früh morgens zwitschern die Vögel und der Kuckuck ruft. Es besteht auch die Möglichkeit direkt vor dem Boot eine Fahrradtour zu machen, zu joggen oder einfach spazieren zu gehen. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten liegen mit dem Auto 5 Minuten... ![Germany](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/de.svg) Katrin K. [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Eckwersheim-Hotels-Marche-De-Noel-En-Alsace.h100690966.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108720000/108717800/108717764/f72782ee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108720000/108717800/108717764/3806e4be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![8 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108720000/108717800/108717764/153d3ca7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108720000/108717800/108717764/f0004837.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### MS POSEIDON - Fantastic houseboat for up to 16 people in a nature reserve [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Languimberg-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h108717764.Hotel-Information) Languimberg 10/10 Exceptional (2) "Wir, 12 ehemalige Studienkollegen/innen, alle Ü60, haben auf der Poseidon und Umgebung drei wundervolle Tage verbracht. Die Ausstattung ist sehr gut und die Besitzer freundlich, hilfsbereit und entgegenkommend. " ![Germany](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/de.svg) Silvia S. [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Languimberg-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h108717764.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57830000/57829000/57828983/c98b0e3d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Suite (Voyage Autour du Monde) | Balcony](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57830000/57829000/57828983/9fab9b01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Water view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57830000/57829000/57828983/187f004d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Sun deck](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57830000/57829000/57828983/9a1c4886.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### La Petite Annick [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bordeaux-Hotels-La-Petite-Annick.h57828983.Hotel-Information) Quartier du Lac 9.6/10 Exceptional (10) "After difficulty finding and getting to the barge. (I’d recommend contacting owners - you often need a code for locked gates to get quai side - they don’t give you this information so you need to request it) we found the setting beautiful. Loved the decor in the Art Deco room of the Barge. The hosts provide everything needed, even putting milk, butter and orange juice in the fridge on arrival which was a nice touch. Lovely to sit on your balcony overlooking the docks. Bed and bedding not the... ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Simon [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bordeaux-Hotels-La-Petite-Annick.h57828983.Hotel-Information) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73280000/73270800/73270761/1412d053_edited_22a2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Shower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73280000/73270800/73270761/e0efbba6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![3 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73280000/73270800/73270761/b911f2a9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![3 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/74000000/73280000/73270800/73270761/90491c41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Yacht 17M Cannes Croisette Port Canto, 3 Bedrooms, air conditioning, tv [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cannes-Hotels-Yacht-17M-Cannes-Croisette-Port-Canto.h73270761.Hotel-Information) Pointe Croisette 10/10 Exceptional (1) £571 includes taxes & fees 31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cannes-Hotels-Yacht-17M-Cannes-Croisette-Port-Canto.h73270761.Hotel-Information) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87750000/87744600/87744554/29ee98a7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87750000/87744600/87744554/e9749e6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87750000/87744600/87744554/3d817cb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87750000/87744600/87744554/1fa9d000.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Independent apartment on barge with terrace near the city center [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Metz-Hotels-Independent-Apartment-On-Barge-With-Terrace-Near-The-City-Center.h87744554.Hotel-Information) Nouvelle Ville 10/10 Exceptional (12) "We had a perfect stay on the big orange houseboat from Gill. The boat have all necessary things on it and it's very beautiful. Unfortunately we booked only one night. The next stay will be longer." ![Germany](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/de.svg) Sonja D. £102 includes taxes & fees 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Metz-Hotels-Independent-Apartment-On-Barge-With-Terrace-Near-The-City-Center.h87744554.Hotel-Information) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115570000/115564700/115564613/fc3e2680.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115570000/115564700/115564613/d361b45a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115570000/115564700/115564613/f1e5199a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115570000/115564700/115564613/20daeab8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Panoramic electric boat, sail on the Lac du Der without a license. Eclaron [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Eclaron-Braucourt-Sainte-Liviere-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h115564613.Hotel-Information) Éclaron-Braucourt-Sainte-Livière [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Eclaron-Braucourt-Sainte-Liviere-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h115564613.Hotel-Information) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116240000/116232600/116232552/79104fdf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116240000/116232600/116232552/5e151826.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116240000/116232600/116232552/49a8d1da.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116240000/116232600/116232552/acb59a63.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ipanema - Nice boat in Sète [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sete-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h116232552.Hotel-Information) Sète 10/10 Exceptional (1) "Excellent séjour à bord de l'Ipanema.Le bateau est très agréable et bien agencé de par les soins de sa propriétaire.Accueuil très attentionné." ![France](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/fr.svg) Frédérique L. [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sete-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h116232552.Hotel-Information) ![Stovetop, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/95000000/94990300/94990224/148e64ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/95000000/94990300/94990224/738bfc13.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/95000000/94990300/94990224/e2a7b166.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/95000000/94990300/94990224/7723a486.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Voilier Rush Capobar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boulogne-Sur-Mer-Hotels-Voilier-Rush-Capobar.h94990224.Hotel-Information) Capécure [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Boulogne-Sur-Mer-Hotels-Voilier-Rush-Capobar.h94990224.Hotel-Information) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120500000/120492000/120491930/14d7cc2c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120500000/120492000/120491930/f158c68c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120500000/120492000/120491930/be29da85.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120500000/120492000/120491930/80a335fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Le Carpe Diem Year-round heated boat Close to beach and shops [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calais-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h120491930.Hotel-Information) Port 10/10 Exceptional (1) "Excellent séjour à Calais. Le bateau est charmant et chaleureux. Les douches du port chauffées et le yacht club sont des compléments très agréables. L’hôtesse est très gentille et les délicatesses offertes pour le petit déjeuner on été très appréciées. Merci pour tout ." ![France](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/fr.svg) Françoise D. £80 includes taxes & fees 1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Calais-Hotels-Vrbo-Property.h120491930.Hotel-Information) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113100000/113093300/113093217/9c70a558.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113100000/113093300/113093217/22388dfa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113100000/113093300/113093217/1d4962d4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113100000/113093300/113093217/c6ae0602.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### SLEEPING ON THE WATER [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Le-Havre-Hotels-SLEEPING-ON-THE-WATER.h113093217.Hotel-Information) Le Port 6.0/10 (3) "Bien équipé mais exigü. Nous aurions apprécié un drap plutôt qu'un duvet." ![France](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/fr.svg) Laurence V. £86 includes taxes & fees 2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Le-Havre-Hotels-SLEEPING-ON-THE-WATER.h113093217.Hotel-Information) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96180000/96175700/96175648/d7a595ea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Bathroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96180000/96175700/96175648/42644d10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96180000/96175700/96175648/e3de5e71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96180000/96175700/96175648/1aea286d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bateau a Saint Raphael [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saint-Raphael-Hotels-Bateau-A-Saint-Raphael.h96175648.Hotel-Information) Saint-Raphaël 6.0/10 (1) "vacances superbe" ![France](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/fr.svg) FOUED D. [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saint-Raphael-Hotels-Bateau-A-Saint-Raphael.h96175648.Hotel-Information) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114950000/114943400/114943396/19861f1d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114950000/114943400/114943396/18a3c3a8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114950000/114943400/114943396/32820e33.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114950000/114943400/114943396/34db511a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sailing Boat 'Miraflores' with Sea View, Private Terrace and Wi-Fi [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cherbourg-En-Cotentin-Hotels-Boat-Voilier-Miraflores-With-Sea-View.h114943396.Hotel-Information) Cherbourg 10/10 Exceptional (6) "Pros: Posé dans le port très agréable." ![France](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/fr.svg) Anonymous traveller [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cherbourg-En-Cotentin-Hotels-Boat-Voilier-Miraflores-With-Sea-View.h114943396.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106390000/106388200/106388164/6e4148aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106390000/106388200/106388164/e52cd840.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106390000/106388200/106388164/54aaf1b8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/107000000/106390000/106388200/106388164/d8204b78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cosy and convivial houseboat [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Cosy-And-Convivial-Houseboat.h106388164.Hotel-Information) Torcy 9.6/10 Exceptional (5) "Notre séjour a été agréable et paisible. Cette péniche est un endroit idéal pour un week end proche de la capitale dans cadre nature. " ![France](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/fr.svg) marie d. £297 includes taxes & fees 4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Cosy-And-Convivial-Houseboat.h106388164.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118310000/118306500/118306496/61ef123b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118310000/118306500/118306496/b4d1bc72.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118310000/118306500/118306496/99f03ef4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118310000/118306500/118306496/98f822ba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### ATYPICAL COMFORT ROOM ON A BARGE ON THE RIVER SAONE [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lyon-Hotels-ATYPICAL-COMFORT-ROOM-ON-A-BARGE-ON-THE-RIVER-SAONE.h118306496.Hotel-Information) Lyon City Centre 10/10 Exceptional (2) "Pour ceux qui adorent les bateaux, this is it! Accessible calme et. Près de tout! " ![Canada](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/ca.svg) christine £127 includes taxes & fees 6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lyon-Hotels-ATYPICAL-COMFORT-ROOM-ON-A-BARGE-ON-THE-RIVER-SAONE.h118306496.Hotel-Information) ![1 bedroom, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25850000/25841400/25841349/4fbd3489.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25850000/25841400/25841349/9047efa6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25850000/25841400/25841349/af874c04.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/26000000/25850000/25841400/25841349/a40b6db9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### UNUSUAL GORGEOUS TRADITIONAL BOAT FACING THE CHATEAU DE SAUMUR [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saumur-Hotels-Unusual-Gorgeous-Traditional-Boat-Facing-THE-Chateau-DE-Saumur.h25841349.Hotel-Information) Saumur 9.8/10 Exceptional (27) "Superb location and atmosphere" ![United Kingdom](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/uk.svg) Tim P. [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Saumur-Hotels-Unusual-Gorgeous-Traditional-Boat-Facing-THE-Chateau-DE-Saumur.h25841349.Hotel-Information) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78660000/78656800/78656725/w1125h1688x0y374-58f07612.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Point of interest](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78660000/78656800/78656725/w1125h611x0y19-44d454ad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78660000/78656800/78656725/w1125h1672x0y0-e6570563.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![1 bedroom](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78660000/78656800/78656725/5ba0a116_edited_9c7e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Voilier sur la Marne [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Voilier-Sur-La-Marne.h78656725.Hotel-Information) Lagny-sur-Marne 5.0/10 (2) "On va éviter, j'ai fait une réclamation plainte." ![France](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/fr.svg) STEPHANIE J. £127 includes taxes & fees 31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Voilier-Sur-La-Marne.h78656725.Hotel-Information) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99611100/99611046/0f5f9ba7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99611100/99611046/w953h1280x483y0-ea884237.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99611100/99611046/6b483459.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99620000/99611100/99611046/1382c7b9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gîtes Seine & Nature Logement Flottant Atypique "Le Babord" [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bennecourt-Hotels-Gites-Seine-Nature-Logement-Flottant-Atypique-Le-Babord.h99611046.Hotel-Information) Bennecourt 8.4/10 Very good (5) "Very unique experience right on the river. Floating cottage was very clean and well organised. Nice and quiet. Comfortable bed. Close to pretty village and magnificent chateau just a few kilometres away. Lovely area for cycling. Also close to a commercial area with large stores including Intramermarche.Would highly recommend and would stay here again." ![Australia](https://a.travel-assets.com/egds/marks/flags/au.svg) Michelle L. £144 includes taxes & fees 5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bennecourt-Hotels-Gites-Seine-Nature-Logement-Flottant-Atypique-Le-Babord.h99611046.Hotel-Information) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70440000/70436200/70436123/w1920h1437x0y3-0874b377.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![2 bedrooms, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70440000/70436200/70436123/c12f0a94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70440000/70436200/70436123/e1af4fa8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70440000/70436200/70436123/15fa20fd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=357&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bateau le Black Pearl, un appartement sur l'eau à Bordeaux. [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bordeaux-Hotels-Bateau-Le-Black-Pearl.h70436123.Hotel-Information) Quartier du Lac £201 includes taxes & fees 31 Dec - 1 Jan 2026 [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bordeaux-Hotels-Bateau-Le-Black-Pearl.h70436123.Hotel-Information) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 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We had a balcony it would be perfect in the spring or summer . Staff was great and the small details were nice . It's not a big major hotel, but I would book again . " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Hotel-Britannique.h4966.Hotel-Information) ![Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/1400/1337/ce23890a_y.jpg) ### Hyatt Regency Paris Etoile 10/10 Excellent "We had great time staying here. The breakfast buffet is amazing! My whole family really enjoyed the time staying here for three nights. The four of us had the connected room, perfect set up. It’s too bad that we were not upgraded to the rooms that could have the tower view, the hotel wanted to charge us additional 80/night for the request. As the platinum member, we thought that we could get the free upgrade." 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Hotel looks unassuming from the outside but is vintage and very charming inside. Front desk is manned 24 hours so it's no problem getting in if you stay out very late. I had room 426, nice view of the Eiffel Tower from my window and 15 minute walk to get there, lots of restaurants/ bars/ shops in the area but hotel is on a quiet side street. Metro to CDG also only 15 minute walk. " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Eiffel-Rive-Gauche.h664709.Hotel-Information) ![Rayz Eiffel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37630000/37627400/37627329/6e37092f_y.jpg) ### Rayz Eiffel 10/10 Excellent "It was amazing hotel " [](https://expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Rayz-Eiffel.h37627329.Hotel-Information) ![Les Jardins du Marais](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/21000/20931/9a521d0f_y.jpg) ### Les Jardins du Marais 10/10 Excellent "Staff was attentive. Quiet and well located. 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