This is your chance to travel back in time and learn about the impressively extensive history of France, and the stunning Roman Empire in this charming little French town. Set on the banks of the gorgeous river Charente, Saintes is a historic site that is a must-visit for all avid history lovers. You can put down your heavily detailed history textbooks and opt to live, breathe and embrace the rich culture that defines this delightful little town. You can also choose to explore Saintes’ not-so-humble beginnings - it was once the Roman capital of Aquitaine! You can opt to visit the rich, historic sites such as the Arch of Germanicus, Paléosite, Museum Echevinage, Museum Dupuy Mestreau, the Saintes Cathedral, and many, many more. Join us, take a break from the rigors of reality and immerse yourself in the Saintes’ culture. Do keep reading on to find out which Airbnb vacation rentals to stay at during your precious time in Saintes.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 05, 2024.
1. Private room with independent access (from USD 28)
This room is the perfect match for two travelers! It comes equipped with a bathroom, a king-sized bed, some basic toiletries, free parking, and room heating. WiFi connection, a laptop workspace, and breakfast are also provided. The room also has an independent and private entrance that allows you to enter and leave without undue disturbance to the host.
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bed was super comfy and the bathroom was huge with great shower wonderful stayCleanliness:
wonderful space very clean and privateHost:
a very accommodating host and gave us a little gift to remember our stayjp and his wife were really genuine and friendlyRead more reviewsLocation:
jp is a good host location is ok perfect for a short staya pleasure to stay at jp's place for a night
2. Small detached house (from USD 30)
This is a small, detached house that has one bedroom, one bed, and one shared bathroom. It is located close to downtown Saintes and various other cafes and shops. It is also a walking distance to the bus stop, which makes travel effortless. If you have your own car, don’t worry, because free parking is provided on site. The host also provides cooked food, an iron, a washing machine, and a wireless internet connection. Pets are also allowed, so bring your furry friends along to this delightful little house for some time away!
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lovely welcoming host sparkling clean house without nasty chemicals a sweet catRead more reviewsLocation:
isabelle's house is in the perfect location to walk into town and also to the roman ampitheatregreat place good location (we could walk everywhere in saintes) quiet and dark room comfortable bed fab showerreally nice place good value for money easy parking very near to centre of town a real findthe accommodation is a pleasant 10min walk along the charente river to downtown
3. Small bungalow
This is a small bungalow, ideal for two people and is located approximately 2km (1.2miles) from the center of the city. The host provides breakfast, wireless internet connection, free parking, some basic amenities, a television and a washing machine. It is also wheelchair accessible for those who require this facility. For those without a car, the bus stop is located 100m (328ft) away and allows you to access the rest of the town with ease.
Saintes, Aquitaine Limousin Poitou-Charentes, France
3.24 km (2.1 mi) from Arch of GermanicusSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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the room was clean and the bed comfortablegreat place clean and even better than expectedlovely place clean and quiet helpful hostRead more reviewsHost:
patrick was a really great host and the accommodations were greatpatrick is an outstanding host and a really great guyhe was also very helpful with recommendations on finding somewhere to eat on a sunday evening
4. Nice town house
If the other places were too small for you, don’t worry because this will satisfy all your needs! This place can house up to six travelers. It has three rooms with three beds and three bathrooms. It’s only a couple of minutes walking distance from the center of the city so you can visit, shop and return easily. You can also tour all the monuments that are nearby. There also is a terrace and a garden, complete with a barbeque pit and a fireplace to keep yourselves cozy and warm. The host provides cooked food, a television, some basic amenities, room heating, a washing machine, a dryer, wireless internet connection, and a private entrance. There are also books and toys, as well as security barriers to protect children.
Saintes, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, France
721 meters (0.5 ft) from Arch of GermanicusAccommodates: 6
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good wifi speed everybody was happyCleanliness:
everything was exactly as described : extremely clean well equipt light and airy private and very thoughtfully furnishedstylish house located close to the centre of saintes clean and well-appointed good communication with the hostsgreat location spotlessly clean really nicely furnished and lovely outside area we really enjoyed our stayHost:
our hosts were welcoming and very accomodatingwe met patrice on check-in and pamela on check-out both lovely people and great hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent value and location is only a 5 min walk from the town centerit was a great location the city centre was within walking distance and the neighborhood was quietalso central location and great hostswell located and comfortable a very good place to stayoverall we had a great time and would recommend if you are looking for a central location in saintes
5. Single room (from USD 66)
This room is equipped with one bed and one bathroom. It has a living room and a dining room and is located a few minutes drive from the city center. It also has shared access to the garden, terrace, and kitchen. Its main feature is that it’s tastefully decorated - ideal for your Instagram followers to obsess over!
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i was not disappointed catherine's room is comfy and had plenty of plug sockets and mod consi would recommend catherine’s place to anybody looking for a room in saintes franceCleanliness:
very clean and nice smell to this homeRead more reviewsHost:
nice owner with great hospitality and beautiful homecatherine was a wonderful host: very welcoming and most helpful
6. Pretty, newly renovated house
This cozy one-bedroom home is perfect for two. It has one bathroom, a cable television, a fireplace, a laptop workspace, a wooden stove, a dishwasher, wireless internet, free parking and a cooking area. The host also boasts of a 700m2 (7500sq. ft) garden that accompanies the room. It also has been renovated very recently, so it is the perfect inspiration for your next Instagram post!
Saintes, Poitou-Charentes, France
1.08 km (0.7 mi) from Arch of GermanicusAccommodates: 2
7. A beautiful mansion in Charentes (from USD 588)
You get a rare chance to feel and live like royalty in this gorgeous mansion that dates back to the 19th century. It can easily host up to 16 guests making it perfect for family trips and vacations! Children can also roam freely in the garden and the accompanying swimming pool. This mansion comes with a dryer, room heating, an iron, a television, a washer, free wireless connection, free parking, and a kitchen area. It’s located in the center of Pons and so has easy access to other towns. The hosts also offer extra board for people beyond 16 guests at an additional cost.
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the house easily accommodated our group of fourteen which included four teenagers with room to sparewe had lots of fun playing pool ping pong and the instruments and games from the games roomCleanliness:
perfect family house for perfect weekend the house is huge clean and very comfortableHost:
the caretaker was friendly welcoming helpful and efficientthey were so welcoming and helpful signposting great places for us to visitRead more reviewsLocation:
despite the central location it is quiet peaceful and secureand pons is a really interesting little place to wander around in
8. Charming and bright new flat (from USD 50)
This small, yet homely, studio apartment is 22m2 (237sq.feet) and is located 2km (13.7miles) from the city center. It provides room heating, hot water supply, wireless internet connection, a laptop-friendly workspace, a coffee maker, free parking, dishes, a microwave, a refrigerator and bed linen. It’s also located in a relaxing atmosphere so it’s perfect for when you want to get away from the rigorous demands of the world and immerse yourself in a calming place for rejuvenation.
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i spent ten wonderful days in a charming apartment in a very calm area just outside of saintes
9. Townhouse with terrace and garden (from USD 81)
This 80m2 (860sq feet) townhouse is a must for those who prefer easy transport. It’s a 10-minute walk from the pedestrian streets, 30 minutes from the beach and 45 minutes from La Rochelle. This humble home has space for four guests across its two bedrooms and offers some basic amenities like room heating, a television, a washer, a kitchen area, and a few hangers for storage of your clothes.
10. River-view apartment (from USD 71)
This stunning 50m2 (538 sq. feet) apartment has a lovely view of the river. It can accommodate two to three people and provides room heating, an iron, a television, a washing machine, wireless internet, free parking and an area for cooking. It is also located approximately 45 minutes away from the ocean so prepare yourselves to spend all your time soaking in the sun at the beach!
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a recently and tastefully decorated apartment with all the necessities (and satellite tv) which i would definitely recommendRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for walking around
Enjoy Saintes
Saintes is a remarkable little town that is perfect for a weekend getaway. You can immerse yourself in the town and learn its rich history and culture. It’s a rare opportunity, one that’s often undervalued, and we at Trip101 take delight in introducing you to such magnificent places of interest. Saintes is a town that offers you both city and countryside settings with shopping options as well as relaxing by the water. Don’t worry about figuring out where to stay because the Airbnbs listed in this article will tick one item off your travel checklist.
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