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Design-forward lifestyle hotel with a sustainability streak and a music obsession. Playful and social — weekly DJ sets, live concerts, and Sunday brunch with live music — but still practical enough for business travelers. The oversized Badaboum mascot statue in the lobby sets the tone. Not a hushed, formal property.
The Firstroom suite on the top floor has a 58 sq m private terrace with city views — worth the upgrade for a special occasion
Why It Matters
First JdV by Hyatt property in France. Green Key certified. Several room categories include private outdoor saunas on the terrace. The Mériadeck location sits among some of the most remarkable brutalist architecture in Europe, including the listed 1977 Caisse d'Épargne building — often called the 'Brutalist Guggenheim' — visible directly from some rooms.
FirstName Bordeaux opened in January 2023 as the first JdV by Hyatt property in France. It sits in the Mériadeck district — Bordeaux's modernist business quarter — in a striking building with tram lines A and F stopping right at the door. The hotel runs on a 'Feel Good' philosophy and holds Green Key certification, with eco-minded design choices throughout: Océopin organic vegan toiletries, activated-charcoal air purifiers in every room, French press coffee makers instead of pod machines, and shared floor kitchenettes with a Smeg fridge full of organic juices in place of plastic mini-bars.
Where You'll Stay
7 room types available
Cockpit
The corner deluxe room at 25 sq m — meaningfully larger than the Cocon, with a wider footprint that earns the 'panoramic city view' billing. Called the Corner Carat Room on the Hyatt booking engine. King bed, garden views, same strong amenity set throughout.
King · 25 sqm
Cocon
The entry-level room, and yes, 15 sq m is small. But it's well-designed small — king bed with French-made bedding, induction phone charger, French press, and a bathroom that punches above its weight with Océopin organic toiletries. City or garden views. The name means 'cocoon' and that's exactly what it delivers.
King · 15 sqmCollector
The standout room for wellness seekers. Twenty-five square metres inside, plus a private terrace with an outdoor sauna — a genuinely rare feature in a city hotel. Perched on the top floor with garden views. King bed, 125cm TV, and the full Océopin organic amenity set. Small pets accepted at €25/night supplement.
King · 25 sqm
Firstroom
The largest room at 43 sq m, on the top floor with a 58 sq m private terrace and full city views. The best address in the building. King bed, a sofa lounge area, and the full suite amenity package. This is the room where you sit on the terrace with a glass of Bordeaux and feel entirely justified about it.
King · 43 sqmStandard King Room – City or Park View
A step up from the Cocon at 19 sq m, with either city or park/garden views. Same core amenity package — French press, Océopin toiletries, activated charcoal purifier — and adjoining room availability for families needing a little more space.
King · 19 sqm
Tribe
Two connecting rooms totalling 44 sq m — one king, one twin — designed specifically for families. Comes with baby amenities including a bathtub and bottle warmer, plus the hotel's city guide with kid-friendly activity suggestions. The XXL Badaboum mascot in the lobby is very much aimed at small guests.
King + Twin (connecting) · 44 sqmTwin Room
The 19 sq m twin configuration — same size and spec as the standard king, just with two single beds instead. City or garden views. Good for friends travelling together or guests who prefer separate beds.
2 Twin · 19 sqmThe Property
Eat & Drink
3 venues on property
Restaurant
Spa & Wellness
Treatment Menu
On Property
How you'll actually spend your days.
Bikes available to rent for city exploration. Bordeaux's flat centre and extensive cycling infrastructure make this a practical choice.
Four 'Mind Rooms' for day meetings, video conferencing, and private events. The Speakeasy and White Room are available for evening private hire. Can be used for business or personal functions.
Hands-on cocktail-making workshop run by the hotel's bartender. Ticketed experience open to guests and walk-ins.
Weekly Sunday brunch served with live music performances. A sharing-plates menu from Le Bada kitchen paired with a live act — open to hotel guests and the public.
Every week the hotel hosts DJ sets and live concerts in Le Bada restaurant and bar. Programming varies — check the Happenings page for the current schedule.
Amenities & Practical Info
The details that matter for planning.
Accessible guest rooms with 32-inch (0.81m) doorway clearance. Van-accessible self-parking. Service animals welcome. Accessible routes to registration, restaurants, and public areas.
Dogs welcome. The hotel prepares a doggie bowl and comfortable basket on request. Pet supplement of €25/night applies for designated pet-friendly rooms.
Shared kitchenette areas on every floor, replacing in-room mini-bars. Features a Smeg fridge stocked with organic juices made in Bordeaux, sodas, and French snacks — available day and night. Filtered water dispensers also on each floor.
Panoramic terrace above the hotel, accessed via Le Bada bar. Open for drinks and events.
The hotel holds Green Key certification, a leading international eco-label for tourism establishments. No in-room mini-bars; shared floor kitchenettes with organic juices and French snacks replace them.
Two electric vehicle charging stations in the on-site parking garage.
24-hour parking garage with 35 spaces at €25/vehicle/night. One space reserved for guests with reduced mobility. Two EV charging stations. Reservation not possible — first-come, first-served.
Tram lines A and F stop at 'Mériadeck' directly in front of the hotel. Airport in 34 min, Saint-Jean train station in 15 min.
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