Villa Lara Hotel

We were recommended to the Villa Lara by close friends that have stayed there in the past. We were very pleased. It is a small boutique hotel, perfectly located in the heart of Bayeux and walking distance to everything. All the sights and endless restaurants are moments away. The hotel itself is beautiful with luxury furnishings - comfortable bed with soft bedding and thick cozy towels. We felt more like we were visiting with friends than staying in a hotel. The staff will do anything for you. Really a great experience.

It’s difficult to capture in words just how enchanting this hotel is. From the moment we arrived, we were struck by its beauty and charm. The rooms are spacious and elegantly decorated, with a quiet grace that makes you feel both indulged and at ease. The bathroom, with its luxurious touches, feels like a private retreat—a place to unwind after a day of exploring. The lobby is warm and inviting, a lovely prelude to the rest of the experience. Mornings begin with a delightful breakfast, featuring fresh breads and other treats, enjoyed in a dining room that feels both refined and intimate. But what truly sets this hotel apart is the people. The staff embody the spirit of hospitality—gracious, attentive, and genuinely caring. Their warmth made us feel less like guests and more like cherished friends. For anyone visiting Bayeux, this hotel is more than just a place to stay—it is part of the journey, a sanctuary of comfort and elegance that lingers in your memory long after you leave.

We loved the Villa Lara and the little city of BAYEUX. The hotel was really great with very large rooms and a wonderful staff. We particularly enjoyed having a drink in the little bar off the lobby, meeting other couples there and being served drinks by the cheerful and knowledgeable bartender, Julian. He is a real delight and everybody in the bar loved him. He showed us a bottle of 75+ year old Calvados he grandfather had buried to keep away from the Germans. What a great young guy Julian is. The whole hotel as great and we used it as our launching point to go see some WW2 sights. This hotel also was great at booking restaurants in the city. We highly recommend this great hotel and do stop by and have a drink served by Julian, you will enjoy it. Great drinks and ciders and calvados.

Beautiful hotel in a perfect location. The room was gorgeous. Spacious, comfortable and a well appointed bathroom. The staff were welcoming, friendly, and efficient when helping with a request. We would not hesitate to return!

We had the pleasure of staying at Hotel Villa Lara in August. The hotel is beautiful on its own, with gorgeous rooms and decor, luxurious amenities, a delicious breakfast buffet, and a quaint area to enjoy beverages at night. But, it's the staff that makes all the difference. Somehow the entire staff found the perfect balance of attentiveness, warmth, and professionalism. The attention to detail was amazing. The reception/concierge team was incredibly helpful. A very special thank you to Laetitia, as she answered countless emails from me before we arrived. She helped with restaurant suggestions, and reservations. We would highly recommend this hotel. You will not be disappointed. If we are ever in the Bayeux area again, the Hotel Villa Lara will always be our first choice.

This hotel was absolutely wonderful. We stayed at the Villa Lara portion. The lobby is quaint and homelike and the staff there was always kind and considerate and helpful. They got to know us in just a couple days and made every restaurant reservation for us. Just off the lobby is a small bar that is well stocked and managed by the front desk. Seating there is comfortable. The breakfast is plentiful and excellent. As for the rooms … we could not believe how spacious, comfortable, quiet and pleasant in terms of temperature they were. The beds were also excellent and the bathrooms spacious. We were totally blown away by the quality. To top it all off, the location is perfect. Just a few blocks from the city center, and as a result many restaurants. We never had to walk more than 10 minutes any evening for our dinner reservations. And, even the Bayeux Tapestry is just a few minute walk. I have absolutely nothing negative to say about his hotel in any way. If you are visiting Bayeux, stay here.

The obvious choice of hotel if you are in Bayeux. 5 star all the way. The staff is amazing. It is within close drive to the WW II sites. Convenient to the main street with restaurants/etc. They have private parking if you drive. Highly recommend. We stayed at seven separate hotels in Europe this trip and this was by far the best.

We are frequent travellers and this is one of the most amazing hotels we have stayed in. Situated in Central Bayeux, staff work above and beyond to ensure you have the perfect stay. All are extremely friendly and a delight to talk to.||The rooms are exquisite and have everything you need.||Breakfast is continental and has a large variety of choice.||Definitely worth the stay and price.

A beautifully appointed Building dripping with French charm and sophistication. We stayed for 4 nights while visiting Normandy in late April. Our room on the first floor had a view to the magnificent cathedral and was furnished with tasteful French flourishes. The bathroom was nice sized and fairly updated with a separate tub and rain shower and our king bed was comfortable as were the pillows. But as nice as the hotel and hotel bar were, the first impression was of the amazing caring staff. Quentin -the all-purpose player not only helped with luggage and the car but served us drinks before dinner in the bar and even mixed up a batch of savory olives with special sauce that were provided with bar snacks. He was so personable and friendly that you couldn't help but feel right at home. Kim at the front desk was also a standout in the way she efficiently welcomed us and provided directions and help with dining reservations throughout the stay. We felt well taken care of and enjoyed the four night stay in our spacious room with big windows looking out to the cathedral that we could open up wide while basking in the afternoon sun. Breakfast was great (23€/day each -not included in room rate) but again the cheery English speaking staff got you hot drinks and freshly made eggs to supplement the lavish spread of meat, cheese, bread and fruit. They kept table tidy and things moved right along. This place is popular with Americans with virtually all the guests in their 60's and up. It's a pricey place so I guess that's to be expected. Highly recommended

I stayed at Villa Lara a few years ago and thought it was probably the best hotel in town. With that being said, I was in town last month and I was surprised to see the hotel closed. I don't know if it was due to Covid or the season or something else. All I can say is that there was a notice on the door saying they were closed and not providing additional details. I hope it reopens because it's a great hotel.

The most beautiful and amazing experience.Villa Lara is a stunning hotel with amazing and generous staff. The hotel itself is in a perfect location in Bayeux hidden across from the Cathedral. We stayed in the villas. Our villa was stunningly beautiful, quiet and comfortable for our family of four. The kitchen was stocked with coffee, tea, sodas and waters. Each room was decorated to perfection while making you feel completely at home. The staff were attentive and so friendly. They made reservations for us at wonderful restaurants, set us up with a great guide to tour Normandy and helped us navigate Covid testing and accessing our results. I recommend an after aperitif on the front patio with a perfect view of the Cathedral or an evening nightcap in the hotel library. My entire family was so sad to leave. We hope to return one day soon!

Aside from the beautiful surroundings, and proximity to everything Bayeux has to offer, what stood out most during our recent three night stay, September 12, 13, and 14, was the exceptional assistance, concern and empathy shown by everyone on staff. My wife has many dietary allergies and restrictions, and after suffering a meal at a well-renowned, but less than caring restaurant, the hotel staff was very concerned, and apologetic for something certainly beyond their control. They went out of their way to book our last night's dinner at an equally well-renowned restaurant which was aware of my wife's restrictions, was caring, and provided a meal which met all the culinary expectations of France without ingredients which would be harmful to my wife. We spoke with the hotel owner about her wonderful staff, and if and when we have the opportunity to return, our first choice will be Hotel Villa Lara.

Had a wonderful experience for a 3 night stay at Villa Lara. Nicely appointed rooms, ours with a great Cathedral view, terrific breakfasts and warm and welcoming staff. Stayed here as we explored the D Day sites. Shout out to Jessica, Laura and Clarinette - went to great restaurants, Le Rapinere and Maison Blanche.

Our family checked into Villa Lara and were immediately greeted with friendly and helpful customer service at the front desk. The concierge made reservations at wonderful restaurants and took such good care of us. The rooms are beautiful and comfortable. The bar and library charming, the location is perfect as well.

A wonderful place to stay in Bayeux! It is centrally located and has its own parking. Several excellent restaurants within walking distance. We had been on the road for a week and there was a laundry-mat just around the corner though the hotel does offer service if you like. The staff is trained to the highest standard and spoke English for those of us who have not quite mastered French. The owner was often seen greeting guests. Breakfast was fresh, delicious and a great way to start a full day of touring Normandy beaches. I highly recommend this place