Best Family Hotels in Cherbourg (2025)
Updated 7 July 2026 · 22 real hotels
Cherbourg-en-Cotentin offers a solid range of family-friendly hotels, from apartment-style rooms at Appart'City Confort starting at 73 euros per night to the 4-star Mercure Centre Port at 196 euros. Most options sit close to the port, the Cité de la Mer science museum and the town center, making it easy to organize days out with children. Ratings across all eight listed properties reach 4.5 out of 5 or above, reflecting consistent guest satisfaction.
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Cherbourg-en-Cotentin sits at the northern tip of the Cotentin Peninsula, giving families direct access to the harbor waterfront, the Cité de la Mer (home to the submarine Redoutable, one of France's top family attractions), and a coastline dotted with sandy beaches within a short drive. The compact city center means that most hotels place you within walking distance of restaurants, markets and transport links, which simplifies logistics when you are traveling with children.
The eight hotels listed below cover a wide price range, from budget-conscious two-star rooms to four-star comfort, and include an aparthotel format that suits families who want a kitchenette and extra living space. Whether you prioritize a port view, a quiet residential setting or the lowest nightly rate, you will find a realistic match among properties that all score 4.5 out of 5 or higher from verified guests.
Our selection in Cherbourg
A real selection, real prices, from the most affordable to the showstopper.
| Hotel | Area | Rating | Price / night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hotel Premiere Classe Cherbourg - Tourlaville ★ | Tourlaville | ★ 3.6 | 45 €/nuit |
| The Originals City - Hotel Restaurant A Pic ★★★ | La Glacerie | ★ 3.6 | 59 €/nuit |
| L'Autre Lieu | Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | ★ 4 | 60 €/nuit |
| B&B HOTEL Cherbourg ★★ | La Glacerie | ★ 3.8 | 64 €/nuit |
| ibis budget Cherbourg La Glacerie ★★ | La Glacerie | ★ 4.3 | 67 €/nuit |
| Brit Hotel Cherbourg Octeville ★★ | Octeville | ★ 4 | 70 €/nuit |
| Quality Aparthotel Cherbourg | Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | ★ 3.9 | 72 €/nuit |
| Hotel d'Angleterre ★★ | Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | ★ 4.1 | 73 €/nuit |
| Hôtel La Renaissance ★★ | Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | ★ 4.1 | 78 €/nuit |
| Hotel de La Croix de Malte ★★ | Cherbourg-en-Cotentin | ★ 4.5 | 80 €/nuit |
Frequently asked questions
Which Cherbourg hotel is best for families who need extra space?+
Appart'City Confort Cherbourg (3 stars, from 73 euros per night, rated 4.5/5) is the only aparthotel on the list, offering self-catering studio or apartment-style units. The kitchen or kitchenette lets families prepare their own meals and store snacks and drinks, which can meaningfully cut daily costs compared with eating out for every meal.
Which hotel is closest to the Cité de la Mer for a family visit?+
The Hotel Mercure Cherbourg Centre Port (4 stars, from 196 euros per night, rated 4.7/5) is located in the port area, placing it among the closest hotels to the Cité de la Mer, which occupies the former Gare Maritime Transatlantique directly at the port. Hôtel Chantereyne (3 stars, from 93 euros per night, rated 4.6/5) also sits near the port basin, offering a lower-priced alternative in the same area.
What is the most affordable family hotel in Cherbourg on this list?+
Appart'City Confort Cherbourg starts at 73 euros per night and holds a 4.5/5 rating, making it the lowest starting price among the eight properties. Hotel de La Croix de Malte (2 stars, from 81 euros per night, rated 4.5/5) is the second most affordable option, suitable for families who want a central base and are comfortable with more basic amenities.
Is there a family hotel option outside the city center for a quieter stay?+
Shelder Hotel (3 stars, from 83 euros per night, rated 4.5/5) is located in Équeurdreville-Hainneville, a commune immediately adjacent to Cherbourg-en-Cotentin. It provides a calmer, more residential setting while still giving easy road access to the city center, the port and surrounding Cotentin beaches, which can be preferable for families traveling by car.