La Kokot d’Alsace 2P centrę ville proximité Cathédrale

Hotel Description

Honestly, when I first saw the name “La Kokot d’Alsace,” I had to double-check I was in the right place – it’s one of those quirky French names that just sticks with you. But stepping into this little 3-star gem on Rue des Poules, I immediately got why it has such stellar ratings. The whole vibe is refreshingly unpretentious, you know? It’s the kind of place where the owner actually remembers your name by day two, and you can tell they’ve put thought into the small stuff that chain hotels always mess up.

The location is honestly what sold me on this place. I mean, you’re literally a five-minute walk from the Cathedral – and I’m talking about the actual spire-peeking-around-the-corner kind of close, not the “short bus ride” nonsense some hotels claim. What’s even better is that Rue des Poules sits just outside the main tourist stampede, so you get that authentic Strasbourg neighborhood feel without the constant stream of tour groups trudging past your window at 7 AM. The street itself has this lovely cobblestone charm (though fair warning – those suitcase wheels will hate you), and there’s a fantastic little boulangerie right around the corner that locals actually use. You’ll smell the croissants baking if you crack your window in the morning, which is either wonderful or torture depending on your willpower.

The rooms have that classic Alsatian character – exposed beams, thick walls that actually block out street noise, and windows that open properly (revolutionary concept, I know). Everything feels solid and well-maintained rather than flashy, which I actually prefer. The bathroom was surprisingly spacious for a historic building, and the shower had proper water pressure – something you definitely can’t take for granted in old European hotels. One thing I really appreciated was the attention to practical details: decent lighting for reading, enough outlets near the bed, and storage that makes sense for more than just an overnight bag. The WiFi was reliable too, which matters when you’re trying to figure out tram schedules or book dinner reservations.

What really sets this place apart though is how it feels like staying in Strasbourg rather than just visiting it. The staff knows the neighborhood inside and out – they’ll tell you which brasserie has the best choucroute (and which one to avoid), when the farmers market sets up on Place du Marché aux Poissons, and honestly, their restaurant recommendations were spot-on every single time. They also get the rhythm of the city – like how the Cathedral area gets absolutely mobbed between 10 and 4, but it’s magical in the early evening when the light hits just right. That 8.9 rating isn’t just about thread counts and marble countertops; it’s about understanding that travelers want to feel connected to where they are, not isolated from it.

Strasbourg hotels range from charming boutique properties in the historic Petite France district to elegant converted mansions and modern accommodations near the European Parliament.

Rooms

• Estimated price from: $275. One-Bedroom Apartment with 1 large double bed and 1 sofa bed for Max persons: 4

Reviews

• Nice place to stay and enjoy Strasbourg – Ebru from Turkey – 30 November 2024 (9/10)

  Location is perfect. It was easy to communicate with hosts. They were very kind and helpful. The bed was very comfortable.

• Superb – Anna from Italy – 3 January 2025 (9/10)

  Appartamento molto comodo, con un’ottima dotazione. Spazioso e molto vicino al centro
  
  What could be improved: I caloriferi non erano tutti molto caldi, c’era però un calorifero elettrico aggiuntivo

• Exceptional – Lars from Germany – 8 December 2024 (10/10)

  Sehr gut ausgestattet !

• Malgré le froid, séjour agréable ! – Trautmann from Germany – 6 January 2025 (7/10)

  Conforme aux photos, bel appartement très bien situé. Literie confortable et linge de maison agréable. Les petites attentions : les capsules de café, le pain d’épice en arrivant!
  
  What could be improved: Isolation phonique et thermique. Il faisait assez froid dans l’appartement.

• Exceptional – Elie from Lebanon – 14 December 2024 (10/10)

• Very good – Jonathan from United Kingdom – 29 December 2024 (8/10)

• Superb – R from France – 30 January 2025 (9/10)

• Superb – Anne from France – 8 January 2025 (9/10)

• Superb – Ursula from Switzerland – 21 December 2024 (9/10)

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