We would agree with last few reviewers--this is a comfortable quiet hotel in a good location (about 15 mins walk from town centre or the harbour ) with parking just enough for Aug when hotel was full.Breakfast was fine.Rooms were clean and comfortable--ours overlooked the park and although there is a road near the hotel going through the park the room was still quiet.
Only disappointment was the pool layout---there are only a few sunbeds ( less than a dozen and no chairs )and because of very limited space around the pool only about 4 or 5 could be in the sun .We felt the hotel should redo the outside area--perhaps move the bar fence or remove the table tennis table so as to allow more sunbeds and chairs near the pool.
On a positive note the reception staff (particularly Caroline )was very helpful both before and during our stay.Also there was free internet access in the lobby which we appreciated as we did not see any internet cafes in La Rochelle .

Stayed here for ten days at the beginning of August. Very good location within walking distance of the town and the Vieux Port.
Excellent carpark with plenty of spaces. Good breakfast but expensive. Nice bedrooms with tea and coffee making, although a little cramped with two older children. Food in the restaurant very good although cheaper alternatives available in the town.

Although part of a large chain, this Novotel is very good. Great location in La Rochelle - away from traffic, but only 10 min walk into the town, very quiet, large car park (v. imp. in La Roc), staff very efficient, friendly and helpful. Rooms are very spacious and clean, good bathroom with separate wc. Would definitely say best hotel in town having seen others. Only downside is that the area around the pool is quite cramped.

3 star (infact I would say 3 plus) hotel with good facilities, with only a short walk to the centre of La Rochelle; rooms clean, helpful staff.

Also has parking which after a short time you soon realise is at a real premium in La Rochelle.