Impression
In a small resort town there is everything for a full-fledged vacation. Visitors can swim in the ocean, sunbathe on the equipped beaches, go on excursions to interesting places, take a boat, bicycle, electric car or on foot, visit museums and exhibitions, participate in festivals and local holidays. The city's Barriere La Rochelle Casino, located in the city center near the beach and the surf line, concentrates gambling of all kinds. The beautiful establishment invites not only players eager to plunge into the familiar atmosphere of intrigue. Everyone is welcome here, offering delicious lunches and dinners, original snacks and quality drinks, watching sports competitions and matches, fun parties and concerts of popular artists.
Description
The Casino in La Rochelle is a true entertainment palace that adorns the city's waterfront! The building with a panoramic view of the water surface of the Bay of Biscay houses spacious gaming halls, rooms with various machines, a restaurant and sports bar with terraces, as well as a theater and concert hall. The gambling house organically blended into the architectural style of the city and gained fame not only among high rollers, but also among ordinary vacationers coming to the resort. After swimming and sunbathing, exciting walks to local attractions, trips to the island and Fort Boyarde, many tourists prefer to finish a busy day in the refined atmosphere of Casino Barriere La Rochelle and possibly leave with a win.
Casino Barriere La Rochelle story
The history of Casino Barriere La Rochelle is inseparable from the development path of its owner, Groupe Carriere Corporation. The French firm has been involved in the entertainment, restaurant and hospitality industries for over 100 years. The history of the company began in 1912, it was then that the founder of the company Francois Andre bought his first casino in Belgium and began the reconstruction of the Deauville casino. He later passed the business to his nephew Lucien Barriere, who ran the company from 1951 to 1987 and gave it his name.
The Groupe Barriere currently owns 37 casinos located in resorts and major cities in France, Switzerland and Egypt.
The firm's business interests include hotels, bars, restaurants, sports centers, golf courses, tennis clubs, etc. The casino in La Rochelle is considered as one of the seaside gambling establishments that are opened especially for the visitors to the resort to bring a pleasant variety to their vacation.
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Casino Barriere La Rochelle casino
La Rochelle Gambling House is located on the coast of the Bay of Biscay, with views of the beach and ocean. The chic building is a Palais des Jeux with elaborate lighting! The casino offers visitors to plunge into the world of gambling and try games on 160 machines. The gambling area features multi-screen, multi-stakes and traditional slots. Bets are accepted starting from 1 centime. Many gamers opt for modern video poker, with bets ranging from 2-20 euros.
Guests can choose from table games:
- English and classic roulette;
- boulet;
- blackjack;
- poker.
English roulette and blackjack are also available electronically.
Casino Barriere La Rochelle guarantees an unforgettable experience and a storm of positive emotions. This is supported by the establishment's gift vouchers and the "Champagne and Jackpot" offer, which includes €30 worth of chips.
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Entertainment
The fortress city of La Rochelle offers tourists a wide variety of activities. The city itself is a monument of medieval architecture. Here are perfectly preserved:
- the 14th century walled towers of Tour de la Chaîne, Tour Saint-Nicolas, Tour de la Lanterne, as well as the big clock tower of Tour de la Grosse-Horloge;
- the old Renaissance town hall;
- the 16th century mansion in which the Henry II House Museum is open;
- the oldest natural history museum in France, surrounded by a botanical garden, etc.
Adults and children alike will love the local museums:
- Neptunea Maritime Museum, which displays Cousteau's research vessel Calypso;
- Museum of mechanical toys;
- Museum of scale replicas;
- Museum of scale replicas of cars, trains, airplanes, ships, and scenes of famous naval battles.
Vacationers can go on exciting excursions, including:
- a boat cruise to the ancient Fort Boyarde, which is 20 km from the port (no stopping and disembarking allowed);
- a boat trip to Re Island (9 km from town), which is famous for its sandy beaches;
- climb to the observation deck of the Tour de la Lanterne lighthouse;
- visit the local Aquarium with a stunning array of fish and marine life;
- bike (or electric car) rides around the city (rentals are available at the many Yelo stations), etc.
Every year La Rochelle hosts:
- International Film Festival;
- Les Francofolies Francophone Music Festival;
- Le Grand Pavois - Salon Nautique boat and yacht show.
- Theaters, cinemas, nightclubs, discos, spas, golf courses, parks and other entertainment venues await tourists.
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Services
The Barriere gambling establishment in La Rochelle is open to all visitors over the age of 18. A photo ID will be required to enter (passport preferred). For those with a club membership, it is sufficient to show a loyalty card. The casino is open from 9:00 to 3:00, on Fridays and Saturdays - until 4:00. It is not difficult to fulfill the dress code requirements - clothes should be neat and decent, people in swimsuits, shorts, T-shirts are not allowed into the gaming area.
The guests are presented video games with touch screens, traditional "one-armed bandits", as well as live games with the croupier or other visitors. A chic restaurant with an outdoor terrace is located in a separate room. In the sports bar you can watch games and matches on large screens. In the evening, entertainment programs begin in Le Diane's theater and concert hall. The public is attracted by 80's themed parties, as well as "Tribute To" concerts in honor of the greatest French and foreign singers.
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How to get Casino Barriere La Rochelle
The city has La Rochelle-Ile de Re airport, located 4 km from the center. It can be reached by buses Nos. 7 and 47. From the airport there are regular flights to Geneva, London, Lyon, Luxembourg and other nearby settlements. The railroad connects La Rochelle with Nantes and Bordeaux, there are TGV trains to Paris. It takes 3 hours to get to the casino from the French capital.
The fastest way to get from Moscow to Casino Barriere La Rochelle is to take a direct flight to Geneva, then fly to La Rochelle. In general, the trip will take a little more than 5 hours. If you take a non-stop flight from Moscow to Paris and then travel by train, the journey will take more than 7 hours. If you take a charter flight from Orly (Paris), the journey will take about 6 hours.
Hotels
The romantic and cozy Accostage Hotel is located 100 m from the casino. The two star rated hotel can offer 15 beautifully appointed rooms, each with flat screen TV, telephone, fan, bottled drinking water. There is free Wi-Fi throughout the hotel. The building is four stories without elevator, with a one-story annex has a private garden. The city beaches and the historic Old Port area are nearby.
Guests can choose from the following rooms:
- Chambres Double Standard: a 12-square-meter room with a double bed and a shower.
- Chambres Double Superior: superior double rooms are located on the 1st and 2nd floors.
- Chambres Double ou Twin sauté Patio: furnished with one large double bed or two single beds, located on the first floor, with an outdoor area with armchairs and a table.
- Chambres Suite Triple: room for 3 persons of 17 sq. m. on the 1st or 2nd floor, equipped with a table. On the 1st or 2nd floor, it is equipped with two beds - a double and a single bed.
- Annexe Avec Jardin: a double room with private entrance and a private patio with sun loungers is 21 sqm.
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Chambres Double Standard
A 12 square meter room with a double bed and a shower
Chambres Double Superieur.
Superior double rooms are located on the 1st and 2nd floors
Chambres Double ou Twin sauté Patio
Furnished with one large double bed or two single beds, located on the first floor
Chambres Superieur Triple.
Room for 3 persons of 17 square meters on the 1st or 2nd floor is equipped with two beds
Annexe Avec Jardin
Double room with separate entrance and private patio with sun loungers is 21 square meters in size
Restaurants
A restaurant and lounge bar are located inside Casino Barriere La Rochelle.
- The Cafe Barriere restaurant welcomes guests every day at lunchtime from 12:00 to 14:00 and in the evening from 19:30 to 22:00. Delicious dishes are prepared with quality local products and served in the lounge and on the terrace. The buffet restaurant on the Bay of Biscay has 72 seats and welcomes children, people with disabilities and even pets. For avid gamblers, there is a special Jackpot offer with appetizers and desserts, a glass of wine and 5 chips to play at the tables or machines.
- The Cafe Des Sports Bar starts daily at 9:00 and finishes serving at 2:30. On Friday, Saturday and pre-holidays the opening time is increased by 1 hour, so the bar closes at 3:30. On the walls of the institution there are 17 TV screens and one giant-sized one, on which sporting events are broadcasted non-stop. On Saturdays at 22:30 there are concerts of popular music performers of different directions.
- Buffet breakfast is served for hotel guests.
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Loyalty program
The Le Carre/VIP Carre program is a great opportunity for gamers to not only play, but also receive many benefits. It allows players to keep up to date with events, redeem accumulated points, etc.
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Privileges
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Blanc
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Silver
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Gold
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Noir
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Free champagne
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Fouquet's glass
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A glass of champagne
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Fouquet's bottle
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Fouquet's box
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Redeeming points and receiving exclusive offers
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Permanent discount in bars and restaurants
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10%
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10%
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Drinks and meals free of charge in bars and restaurants
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Any drink every day at the bar
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5 drinks every day, two meals in the restaurant on your birthday
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Drinks at the bar (every day)
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Jackpot notifications and exclusive news stories
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An overnight stay at the Hotel Barriere and two free meals at the restaurant on your birthday
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No
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No
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No
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Yes
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Free meals for two once a month for one year at the casino restaurant
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Junket tours
Those who come to the casino La Rochelle on a junket tour are provided with free meals, accommodation, reimbursement of the cost of tickets. The player commits to spend a certain number of hours daily in the gambling area and make bets. This is the main goal of a high roller, coinciding with a great desire to play big and win with luck. The operator takes care of all organizational issues and as a result of the trip receives a percentage from the gambling establishment.
Conclusion
The small seaside town of La Rochelle allows you to immerse yourself in history, feel the spirit of the Middle Ages and at the same time appreciate the modern level of comfort in local restaurants, hotels and, of course, in the casino Groupe Varriere. An oceanfront vacation spent in entertainment, gambling, fun, and serenity! What could be better? Unless you go home with a big win....
Frequently asked Questions
The staff at the establishments speak English, Spanish and French.
Yes, the hotel management does allow pets, but there is a charge for the service.
Accostage Hotel can accommodate children of all ages. A crib is available for children under 1 year of age. Bedding for babies is charged at €10 per night.
Accostage Hotel Accostage offers cots for children up to 1 year of age.
Barrier Casino has over 150 machines, including video poker, as well as a variety of table games such as blackjack, roulette, poker, and more.
Barrier Casino has more than 150 machines, including video poker, as well as a variety of table games.
Yes, the hotel has one room that will comfortably accommodate a guest with special physical needs.
Pros
- Oceanfront casino
- Large selection of games
- Lots of different entertainment both in town and in the gambling house
- Individual approach to each guest
- Great breakfasts, delicious food in the restaurant
- Cozy hotel
Cons
- Poor service in the restaurant
- Hotel parking is just on the street
