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Places to stay between Calais and La Rochelle


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We are holidaying in La Rochelle but we have got 2-3 days/ nights to spend elsewhere on the journey back, preferably within 3ish hours drive of Calais. We are looking for a family friendly place to stay. Happy with Eurocamp-type places, resorts or independent hotels. Any recommendations? TIA
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We've stayed in Lille a lot - not far from Calais, and a really interesting un(British)touristy town. The main park north of the city has an amazing fair that's mainly free, and a free zoo as well. Locals are friendly, and the food is very, very good, very similar to Flemish Belgian food (like carbonade). You can get a great deal on Ibis Hotels there - double rooms can be had for ?60 a night or less, and family rooms for not much more.
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