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A spacious indoor area with tables and chairs, a high ceiling with lighting fixtures, and a colorful mural on the wall. - The People Caen (Caen)
A bar area with a neon 'DRINKS!' sign, shelves of bottles, a tap bar, and wicker stools. - The People Caen (Caen)
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, and artwork on the wall. - The People Caen (Caen)
A modern building with "THE PEOPLE" signage on the facade. - The People Caen (Caen)
Two people toasting with drinks on a balcony overlooking a modern building with a red sign. - The People Caen (Caen)
A terrace, a shopping mall on site, and 2 bars are just a few of the amenities provided at The People Caen. The on-site Italian cuisine restaurant, Restaurant Italien, offers lunch, dinner, and garden views. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk

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A hotel room with a bed, a small table with a chair, and wall art.

Classic Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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A hotel room with a bed, a bathroom with a sink and mirror, a coat rack with jackets, and a window with a view of buildings.

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • City view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a single bed, a small table with chairs, and a window with curtains.

Family Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • City view
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A bunk room with bunk beds, a small table, a sink, and a mirror.

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (1/8)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 24 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed room with a suitcase and a small table.

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Mixed Dorm, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (1/6)

  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed room with a suitcase and a small table.

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (1/6)

  • City view
  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk room with bunk beds, a small table, a sink, and a mirror.

Comfort Shared Dormitory, Women only, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (1/8)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk room with bunk beds, a small table, a sink, and a mirror.

Comfort Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (mixte 8)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed room with a suitcase and a small table.

Comfort Room, Multiple Beds, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (mixte 6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk room with bunk beds, a small table, a sink, and a mirror.

Comfort Room, Women only, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (8)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 Twin Bunk Beds

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A bunk bed room with a suitcase and a small table.

Comfort Room, Women only, Non Smoking, Shared Bathroom (6)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 Twin Bunk Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Hypo-allergenic bedding available, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Located on a river, The People Caen is in Caen City Centre neighborhood and is connected to a rail/subway station. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Cabourg Beach and Colline aux Oiseaux, while Normandy Museum and Caen Museum of Fine Arts are cultural highlights. Caen Botanical Garden and L'Ilot z'Enfants are also worth visiting. Visit our Caen travel guide
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15 Av. Victor Hugo, Caen, Calvados, 14000

What's nearby

  • A Gothic cathedral with a tall spire, surrounded by modern buildings and a busy street.
    Church of St. Pierre
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • A historic stone fortress with a red flag, a grassy hill, and a clear blue sky.
    Normandy Museum
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A historic stone wall with flags, including the French and EU flags, and a road in the foreground.
    Caen Castle
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A sculpture in a plaza with two large buildings on either side.
    University of Caen Normandy
    20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Port de plaisance de Caen
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Caen Station
    12 min walk
  • Caen (CFR-Carpiquet)
    22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Burger King
    8 min walk
  • French Café
    10 min walk
  • Keys Coffee House
    4 min walk
  • Keys & co
    8 min walk
  • Le Trappiste
    8 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 13 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Bar
  • Restaurant Italien
  • Rooftop bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Shopping mall

Family friendly

  • High chair
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Heating
  • Portable fan
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: EUR 15
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 15

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 150 per stay
  • An effective city/local tax rate of 5.50 percent will be charged

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 13 per person
  • Early check-in fee: EUR 15 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 15 (subject to availability)
  • Towels fee: EUR 3.00 per person, per stay (or guests may bring their own)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and ANCV Chèques-vacances; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and outdoor lighting

We should mention

Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

Frequently asked questions

Is The People Caen pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at The People Caen?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of EUR 15 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The People Caen?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for EUR 15 (subject to availability).

Where is The People Caen located?

Located in Caen City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Port de plaisance de Caen, Abbey of Sainte-Trinité, and Saint-Jean Church. Church of St. Pierre and Caen Museum of Fine Arts are also within 1 mi (2 km). Caen Station is 12 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The People Caen Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.0

Amenities

9.8

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 89 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, amenities and very helpful staff. We stayed there as a family of 4 and it was great value for money
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay the night before our return trip on the ferry early the next day. With easy access to the old town the tram stops outside the venue. Staff were really helpful and helped us to get in to town and use the tram. The restaurant has a great atmosphere as does the roof top bar.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spotlessly clean, staff very helpful even for a midnight check in. Perfect location when getting off ferry at 10pm for a stop over.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to the train station, affordable, modern and clean. Good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Perfect stay for the night and super affordable. I really enjoyed the outside patio and rooftop bar as well. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
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4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The roof bar was closed so shouldn’t have been advertised as open when booking. Room wasn’t adequately prepared for heat. Fan was very weak and plug socket where we wanted fan didn’t work. This is definitely more of a hostel than a hotel. It is very very basic. Perfectly clean though and helpful staff but I wouldn’t stay again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location in Caen with friendly staff

Location was great for exploring Caen. The staff is young, energetic and friendly. Very positive hostel experience. Young people and family friendly place. Nice to have options for breakfast, dinner or just a cocktail/ wine at The People. I will for sure check out other locations of The People and my kids will too.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was and amazing experience. Very clean and lively. Super quiet and I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Calm stay in a very clean hostel

Two nights in women-dormitory. Although 5 beds occupied of 8 it was a quiet and relaxed stay. Everything very new and clean, shower in the 4th floor with a lack of water-pressure. Breakfast with various food like fruits, different cheese, egg and ham etc. but no dark bread.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
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6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice place, but noisy

Our room was above the smoking area. We needed to open the window because it was hot inside, but there was lots of noise and cigarette smoke coming in the window, half the night. Very hard to sleep. Also the parking is difficult and not free. The kitchen is nice, with plenty of refrigerator space. The room is nice and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

good, but a few work ons to make it great

Really nice new hotel in a good location. Very close to the canal if you are looking for a place for a run. There are 2 things they need to address to make it a great place to stay: 1. There are not enough staff on the front desk or in the bar/restaurant. The night that we stayed the service in both places was slower than I would have liked. This was not the fault of the truly excellent staff on duty. They couldn't have been nicer or worked any harder - there just wasn't enough of them to meet the demand. 2. The arrangement with the adjacent parking garage is really messy. To avail of the overnight parking rate you have to create an account with a 3rd party provider and pay through your phone. This took quite a lot of effort, and even required you to provide your home address! finally, their numberplate recognition system couldn't recognise non-French plates so calls to customer service were required on entry and exit. Surely something more simple can be organised for guests.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location. Very nice ambience in the bar. Helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staying there.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location to stay in Caen. Helpful and friends staff, Clean facilities, large spaces, rooms with lockers in a great location. What more can I ask for!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super clean, super fun. They accept (Amex) american express which is huge! Rooms dreadfully hot; industrial fans in the rooms would be ideal instead of the smaller ones. All A+
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Needs a lot of maintenance
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It has everything that a good hostel should have. The staff is wonderful. The attractions are a bit far away.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were lovely. Room was clean and modern. Kids loved the bunk beds!!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

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Goede ligging, propere kamers.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nickel, le logement est très propre, le petit déjeuner est très bien pour le prix demandé. Un grand merci aux demoiselle qui vous accueil, nous sommes arrivés en soirée avec une Jeep équipée d'un coffre de toit , impossible de rentrer dans le parking, (la hauteur été trop importante)comme nous avions également 4 vélos sur un porte vélos nous voulions un endroit sécurisé. Une des demoiselle nous à placé sur le parking du personnels. Rien que pour cette attention, à notre prochaine visite dans cette région nous nous ferons un plaisir de revenir dans cette hôtel.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Accueil très agréable, décoration et équipements spartiates, petit déjeuner de bon niveau mais l’absence de Clim dans la chambre nous a fait passer une nuit vraiment horrible L’hôtel est très situé et il bénéficie d’un parking public payant à proximité
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
À part la chambre pas beaucoup est offert. Il faut apporter son cadenas et sa serviette. Pas de salle commune puisqu'elle est réservée pour des groupes scolaires même lorsqu'il n'y a plus de groupe scolaire. Il y a une cuisine où il faut s'organiser avec les moyens du bord, pas beaucoup d'assiettes pour un repas il n'y en avait pas. À part le micro-ondes il faut pouvoir s'organiser.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
La chambre, super rapport qualité/prix.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lieu convivial
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent séjour, l'équipe est très agréable, tout est bien pensé, très bonne ambiance, chambre calme et confortable. J'y retournerai et le conseille vivement !
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026