Hotel
SŌZŌ Hotel
Nantes · Loire-Atlantique
A 4-star boutique hotel of 24 rooms and a suite in a 19th-century chapel facing the Jardin des Plantes, with a wellness area, very limited parking and three accessible rooms.
- Rating
- 4 stars
- Rooms
- 24
- Suggested time
- 1 to 2 nights for a city break in Nantes.
- Type of place
- Hotel
- Atmosphere
- Design-led, unusual and romantic, with a spectacular contrast between sacred architecture and contemporary furniture.
- Getting there
- 16 rue Frédéric Cailliaud, 44000 Nantes; TGV station about 4 minutes’ walk away, Jardin des Plantes opposite.
Who this place suits
- With family
- 5/10
- As a couple
- 10/10
- With friends
- 9/10
- Solo
- 10/10
- With a dog
- 3/10
- Reduced mobility
- 10/10
These scores are calculated from what the page records: official rating, facilities, difficulty, duration and location. They are a guide, not a substitute for contacting the venue, especially about accessibility.
About
SŌZŌ occupies the former chapel of Notre-Dame-des-Anges, built in 1883. The hotel has 23 rooms and a suite, all different because of the building’s architecture. The Expérience, Tentation, Séduction and Suite categories fit between stones, arches and stained glass. The intimate wellness area offers a sauna, hammam, ice room and sensory shower. Reception and room service run 24 hours a day.
Highlights
- The chapel dates from 1883.
- The lobby vault rises to about 17 metres.
- Two Tentation rooms are under the original stained-glass windows.
- No two rooms are really alike.
- Furniture by renowned designers.
- The private car park has only four spaces.
Practical information
- Address
- 16 rue Frédéric Cailliaud, 44000 Nantes
- Getting there
- 16 rue Frédéric Cailliaud, 44000 Nantes; TGV station about 4 minutes’ walk away, Jardin des Plantes opposite
- Public transport
- Excellent: TGV station 4 minutes’ walk away, trams and buses nearby
- Rooms
- Expérience, Tentation, Séduction, exceptional suite
- In the room
- Queen-size bed, air conditioning, double glazing, Wi-Fi, HD TV, safe, bathrobes, slippers, SOTHYS products, Nespresso
- Food
- No full restaurant; 24-hour room service and a lounge bar with a piano
- Breakfast
- 7 am to 10 am on weekdays, until 11 am at weekends
- Wellness
- No pool; an intimate wellness area with sauna, hammam, ice room and sensory shower
- Opening
- Open and bookable in 2026
- Parking
- Only 4 parking spaces, booking required
- Accessibility
- 3 accessible rooms
- Ideal for
- Couples, design lovers, train travellers, city breaks
- Nearby
- The Jardin des Plantes, Nantes station, the Château des ducs, the Musée d’Arts, the Bouffay quarter
Tips on the spot
- Compare the direct rate with flexible offers, and check whether breakfast is included.
- Read the cancellation conditions of your exact rate before paying.
- Book early for rooms with a view, balcony or terrace.
- Mention any mobility needs before your room is allocated.
- Tell the hotel before arrival if you are travelling with a pet.
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- Check reception hours if you are arriving late, and the restaurant hours for an evening arrival.
- Confirm parking if it is limited, paid or by reservation, and the charging point for an electric car.
- Book spa treatments early and check the access conditions: age, dress, booking and supplement.
- Ask for a quiet room if you are sensitive to noise.
- Check the tourist tax and any extras not included.
- Book a parking space well ahead: there are only four.
- Ask for a Tentation room to sleep under the original stained glass.
Frequently asked questions
What is its main interest?
One of the most original hotel experiences in Nantes, combining stained glass, vaults, contemporary design and the TGV station four minutes away on foot.
Does the hotel have a restaurant?
No full restaurant; there is 24-hour room service and a lounge bar with a piano.
Is there a pool?
No.
Is there a sauna or hammam?
Yes: sauna, hammam, ice room and sensory shower.
Can I come with a baby?
A baby cot is possible in several categories.
What are the 2026 prices?
Prices vary with the category and with events in Nantes.
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