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Sozo Hotel

Google (670) 4.5
Tripadvisor (2053) 4.6
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Visitors praise the Sozo Hotel for its unique atmosphere, often noting its transformation from a historical chapel, friendly and helpful staff, and excellent breakfast. However, a recurring complaint is the very limited and often unavailable parking, leading to unexpected costs, and some guests found the rooms to be small.

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Address
16 rue Frédéric Cailliaud, 44000 Nantes
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Website
www.sozohotel.com
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About this place Sozo Hotel

Sozo turns a 19th‑century chapel on Rue Frédéric Cailliaud into a boutique hotel that still feels like a church. The vaulted ceilings and stained‑glass windows are left in place, and a few rooms even incorporate fragments of the original panes. It’s not marketed as a gay hotel, but LGBTQ+ guides list it because the staff are welcoming and the vibe is comfortably inclusive. Rooms sit in the irregular footprint of the former chapel, so sizes swing wildly; double‑check the floor plan before you click “book.” Prices sit in the mid‑to‑upper range, which feels about right for the historic setting. The location is a short walk to the Bouffay area, where most of Nantes’ gay bars cluster, and also close to the Île de Nantes. Google shows a 4.5‑star rating from roughly 670 reviewers, so most guests are happy, but the layout can be a surprise if you expect uniform rooms.

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Gay-friendly (straight venue) LGBTQ+ Safe space Multilingual staff Walk-ins welcome Air conditioning Parking Card payments accepted WiFi Year-round Free breakfast

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670 reviews

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Mario Ziesenhenne
Mario Ziesenhenne May 2026
★★★★★

A former church converted into a hotel. Modern, yet retaining its historical charm. The staff is incredibly friendly and attentive, always ready to help and anticipate your every need. The breakfast is superb; there's truly nothing missing. We arrived with our bicycles, and they were safely stored. A huge thank you for that! Definitely 5 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Lydia Marie
Lydia Marie May 2026
★★★★★

A complete change of scenery awaits at this intimate and ideally located hotel...with attentive staff and a generous, locally sourced breakfast.

High Sportsmanship
High Sportsmanship May 2026
★★★★★

The hotel is a striking place, with over 20 rooms built into the bones of an old church. It's a fantastic space. However, they have just four parking spaces for guests, and the neighborhood has a sort of 'wrong side of the tracks' vibe. So best to ask after the parking when you book! The rooms are small. Like really small. Few outlets to use. And the menu for food at the hotel is microwaved pre-made meals. That's unfortunate because of the lack of easy to get to restaurants nearby. The location is otherwise good, in walking distance to the old city center of Nantes. We spent one night there, and since the parking was bad and the room was so tiny, we decamped to another hotel further west. Much better! Had we been in our 30s with an overnight bag, this would have worked. On a marathon Europe trip with lots of bags, not so much.

Dorys
Dorys May 2026
★★★★★

The check-in was quick, and we were able to leave our luggage while we went to get something to eat. The hotel's decor and style are incredible, the room is very well laid out, well soundproofed, the temperature is perfect, the shower is separate from the toilet, the bedding is very comfortable, and there's no overlooking from the windows. The setting was perfect for a short stay. The hotel is located right next to the Jardin des Plantes (which is nice to visit) and just a few minutes from Nantes train station, which is very convenient.

Jerome Guerit
Jerome Guerit May 2026
★★★★★
Jean-Christophe BENOIST
Jean-Christophe BENOIST May 2026
★★★★★
Thelma Oliveau
Thelma Oliveau May 2026
★★★★★

A sumptuous hotel with superb rooms. The staff is incredibly attentive and very pleasant. The relaxation area (spa, hammam, etc.) offers a wonderful opportunity to recharge. The breakfast is of exceptional quality, featuring only local products. It's truly perfect.

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Last updated on 3 November 2026

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