Title: Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western Victorian hotel with 24-hour front desk and bar/lounge ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8900/8806/5a35efea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8900/8806/29ad5313.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort Room, Accessible, Ground Floor | Floor plan](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8900/8806/d2a1bbaf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking | Living area | Flat-screen TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8900/8806/b8317d44.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8900/8806/43f74efa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Best Western Grand Hotel Francais in central Bordeaux offers practical amenities like dry cleaning and a business center. Guests enjoy WiFi, a snack bar, and easy access to Place de la Bourse and Rue Sainte-Catherine shopping. The staff is praised for their helpfulness. 9.0 Wonderful ## Popular amenities - - Bar - Room service - Laundry - 24/7 front desk - Pet-friendly £112 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov 7 - Nov 8](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=8806&PinnedHotelID=8806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-08&selected=8806&PinnedHotelID=8806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov 8 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=8806&PinnedHotelID=8806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-08&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=8806&PinnedHotelID=8806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov 7 - Nov 9](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=8806&PinnedHotelID=8806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-07&endDate=2025-11-09&selected=8806&PinnedHotelID=8806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov 14 - Nov 16](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=8806&PinnedHotelID=8806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-14&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=8806&PinnedHotelID=8806&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 6 of 6 rooms ![Superior Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8900/8806/f5e8cae6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Soundproofed rooms Air-conditioning Free cots/infant beds Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8900/8806/2bfe7016.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Room, Balcony 9.2 Wonderful 7 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Soundproofed rooms Air-conditioning Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Double Bed ![Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8900/8806/0a137e1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Soundproofed rooms Air-conditioning Free cots/infant beds Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8900/8806/195b52a0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort with 1 double bed, non-smoking 9.0 Wonderful 6 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Free cots/infant beds Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Soundproofed rooms Air-conditioning Free cots/infant beds Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom - City view - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Comfort Room | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8900/8806/7e6618f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Room 8.6 Excellent 22 reviews ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Electric kettle Soundproofed rooms Air-conditioning Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - Sleeps 2 - 1 Queen Bed ![Comfort Room, Accessible, Ground Floor | Floor plan](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/8900/8806/d2a1bbaf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Comfort Room, Accessible, Ground Floor 10.0 Exceptional 1 review ### Highlights Soundproofed Air conditioning Flat-screen TV Blackout curtains Private bathroom Hairdryer Free bottled water Electric kettle Soundproofed rooms Air-conditioning Blackout drapes/curtains Hair dryer Private bathroom Electric kettle - 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Best Western Hotel near Rue Sainte-Catherine At Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western, you can look forward to dry cleaning/laundry services, a bar and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as babysitting. Additional perks include: - Buffet breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free property and tour/ticket information - Luggage storage, a 24-hour front desk and concierge services - 3 meeting rooms, a lift and free newspapers - Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff Room features All guest rooms at Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western include perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and offices. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property. More amenities include: - Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries - Flat-screen TVs with cable channels - Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping ### Awards and affiliations Eco-certified property This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy. ## Similar properties ![Reception](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/60000/53500/53408/34735113.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Best Western Premier Hotel Bayonne Etche Ona - Bordeaux Bordeaux City Centre - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Gym - Breakfast available 9.0 Wonderful 893 reviews £147 includes taxes & fees 16 Nov - 17 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=53408&PinnedHotelID=53408&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/870000/862500/862406/7d8a66e5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Marty Hotel Bordeaux, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Bordeaux City Centre - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Breakfast available 9.2 Wonderful 209 reviews £89 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=862406&PinnedHotelID=862406&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![City view](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76840000/76837300/76837252/1ac7b4eb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### FirstName Bordeaux - part of JdV by Hyatt Bordeaux City Centre - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 288 reviews £138 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=76837252&PinnedHotelID=76837252&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1210000/1201900/1201856/7185e4e2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hotel Konti by HappyCulture Bordeaux City Centre - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Game room 8.6 Excellent 458 reviews £86 includes taxes & fees 30 Nov - 1 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=1201856&PinnedHotelID=1201856&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lounge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65420000/65411300/65411230/91febd82.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Staycity Aparthotels, Bordeaux City Centre Bordeaux City Centre - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Laundry 9.2 Wonderful 488 reviews £78 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=65411230&PinnedHotelID=65411230&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/25300/25249/6f2b8cb3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quality Hotel Bordeaux Centre Bordeaux City Centre - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 728 reviews £91 includes taxes & fees 30 Nov - 1 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=25249&PinnedHotelID=25249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; 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discounts available ### Food and drink - Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 18 for adults and EUR 9 for children - A bar/lounge ### Family friendly - Babysitting - Laundry facilities - Soundproofed rooms ### Conveniences - 24-hour front desk - Free newspapers in lobby - Laundry facilities - Luggage storage - Safe at front desk ### Guest services - Concierge services - Dry cleaning/laundry service - Housekeeping (daily) - Tour and ticket assistance ### Business services - 3 meeting rooms - Business centre ### Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Lift (229 centimetre wide door) - Stair-free path to entrance - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations) - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom ### More - 1 building - 4 floors - Reception hall - Smoke-free property - Victorian architecture ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided - Blackout drapes ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Private bathroom - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV with cable channels ### Food and drink - Electric kettle - Free bottled water - Limited room service ### More - Air conditioning (climate-controlled) - Desk - Heating (climate-controlled) - Iron/ironing board on request - Laptop workspace - Office - Phone - Safe - Soundproofed rooms ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime Contactless check-in and check-out are available Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before noon Contactless check-out ### Special check-in instructions Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival ### Access methods Staffed front desk ### Pets Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 12 per pet (varies based on length of stay) Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 1 total (up to 10 kg per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Food and water bowls are available ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per day. ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 2.45 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age. We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### Optional extras - Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 18 for adults and from EUR 9 for children - Nearby parking fee: EUR 20 per day(1148 ft away; open 24 hours) - Pet fee: EUR 12 per pet (varies based on length of stay) - Service animals are exempt from fees - Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee - Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per day The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit 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 This property accepts credit cards and cash Safety features at this property include a smoke detector This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using the information in the booking confirmation ### National rating This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France. ### Property is also known as Grand Hotel Francais Francais Ex Best Bordeaux Best Western Grand Hotel Francais Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western Hotel Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western Bordeaux Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western Hotel Bordeaux ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western pet-friendly? > Yes, this hotel allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 10 kg per pet. There's a fee of EUR 12 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much does it cost to stay at Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western? > As of 7 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western on 16 Nov 2025 start from £111.89, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bordeaux-Hotels-Grand-Hotel-Francais.h8806.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western? > Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. ### What time is check-out at Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western? > Checkout is at noon. ### Where is Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western located? > Located in Bordeaux City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Les Grands Hommes and Rue Sainte-Catherine. Place Gambetta and Notre Dame Church are also within 5 minutes. Gambetta Tram Station is only a 2-minute walk and Grand Theatre Tram Station is 4 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Grand Hotel Francais - ex. Best Western Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 541 8 - Good 338 6 - Okay 69 4 - Poor 16 2 - Terrible 7 ### 9.2/10 Cleanliness ### 9.2/10 Staff & service ### 8.8/10 Amenities ### 8.8/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark 3 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The room was clean and the staff was excellent. Would definitely stay here again and recommend it as well! ##### Mark Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Rob 2 Nov 2025 Liked: Amenities Clean room and nice staff ##### Rob Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Alex 24 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Great little hotel right in the centre with very comfortable bed and very quiet room ##### Alex Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Collette 21 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Fantastic location with the tram 1 block away. Classic room was small but well laid out. Would stay again ##### Collette Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Jose Antonio 2 Nov 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Everyone --> Excelent ##### Jose Antonio Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linda 14 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities This hotel was my favorite part of Bordeaux. The staff were kind, encouraging my still developing French with patience, and offering suggestions to make my trip more enjoyable. Coming back each day was like coming home. Merci beaucoup. ##### Linda Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Antonio 7 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Best option in Bordeaux, location, staff, quality and amazing breakfast, 10 of 10 overall ##### Antonio Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Roger 15 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The staff at the front desk were very helpful, many times, with our questions. They offered many good ideas for activities and helped us find specific stores. They explained the tram system and sold us tickets. They were happy people and very polite. ##### Roger Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### David 14 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great location. Friendly staff. 4th floor was very quiet. Bar was beautiful. Hotel organized a taxi to airport. Uber is a little walk to pick up spot. Bathroom good.. a little crowded. Bath, big shower, separate toilet and two sinks. Location is very very good ##### David Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 6/10 Okay #### Brian 25 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness Close to everything staff was amazing. Bed was not a queen but a double. Wrong information. ##### Brian Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire 18 Jul 2025 Liked: Amenities Great location. Lovely hotel and staff. Great breakfasts. Really happy and would stay their again! ##### Claire Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Chai 23 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities centrallt located for shopping and dinning. ##### Chai Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### michelle 5 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Wonder Wonderful hotel in a ##### michelle Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### jorge 3 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities Overall perfect. ##### jorge Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chris 21 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Comfortable, Central location, close to everything including Metro from airport. The beds very comfortable, and rooms very quiet for great sleep. Morning breakfast was convenient and opens early. The girls at the front desk were all very friendly and helpful. The area around the centre closes early, with just local bars & bistros open after 8pm. ##### Chris Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Simon 2 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort The hotel was great, perfect location close to everything, and trams right around the corner. The staff were lovely and superhelpful. The room was great, breakfast was delicious, fresh and varied.there was also a gorgeous bar with the most inventive fresh cocktails from the lovely bartender. So exceeded all expectations ##### Simon Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### rozanne 8 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities Property very central. Staff very friendly and helpful ##### rozanne Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elisa 22 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Helpful staff. ##### Elisa Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Hilde B 4 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort Fantastic location - everything is within walking distance! Very friendly and service-minded staff. Superior room with balcony was nice but a bit on the small side. Ok breakfast. ##### Hilde B Stayed 3 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cherilyn 14 May 2025 #### Vacation in Bordeaux. We had a wonderful stay. The hotel staff are excellent and willing to help make your stay more comfortable in any way they can. They provide maps of the area and also sell Tram passes at the front desk to make it easy to get around the city. The breakfast was delicious. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Cherilyn Stayed 6 nights in May 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Pauline 8 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities The hotel is situated in a very convenient area. It is small and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Breskfasts are very good. ##### Pauline Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Becky 17 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great hotel in a great location. Fabulous staff and bartender! Would definitely stay again. ##### Becky Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### William 5 May 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Fine hotel Very friendly and helpful welcome. Nice hotel in excellent location. Only complaint: A/C didn’t work well. ##### William Stayed 1 night in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Svetlana 26 Nov 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities Great hotel and location. ##### Svetlana Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### Daphne 8 Sept 2025 Liked: Staff & service Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities Room was small and falsely advertised on Expedia. Far too expensive for this small room. Bathroom door right off bedside was frosted glass sliding.. making privacy impossible, especially at night to switch on light. Fridge in room was broken and dirty inside. Would not recommend. ##### Daphne Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Blandford Forum](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blandford-Forum-Hotels.d10300.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Innvista Hotels Belek - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belek-Hotels-Innvista-Hotels-Belek-All-Inclusive.h16602302.Hotel-Information) > > [ibis Bristol Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-Ibis-Bristol-Centre.h1467767.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Godmanchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Godmanchester-Hotels.d3000367190.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Cosmopolitan Hotel Prague](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Prague-Hotels-Cosmopolitan-Hotel-Prague.h15590550.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Bordeaux Centre Gare Saint Jean](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bordeaux-Hotels-Hotel-Mercure-Bordeaux-Centre-Gare-Saint-Jean.h7041.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Entertainment in Llandudno](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Llandudno-Hotels-Hotel-With-Entertainment.0-0-d5621-thotelwithentertainment.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Villas Foch](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bordeaux-Hotels-VILLAS-FOCH.h46350745.Hotel-Information) > > [Hôtel Life Bordeaux Gare - BG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bordeaux-Hotels-Hotel-Stars-Bordeaux-Gare.h565641.Hotel-Information) > > [Marlin Apartments Commercial Road - Limehouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Marlin-Apartments-Commercial-Road-Limehouse.h11281866.Hotel-Information) > > [Les Gens De Mer La Rochelle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Rochelle-Hotels-Les-Gens-De-Mer-La-Rochelle.h1556562.Hotel-Information) > > [Residhotel Galerie Tatry](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bordeaux-Hotels-Residhotel-Galerie-Tatry.h2202530.Hotel-Information) > > [Moxy Bordeaux Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bordeaux-Hotels-Moxy-Hotel-Bordeaux-Wine-Museum.h65705899.Hotel-Information) > > [Maison des Ambassadeurs](https://www.expedia.co.uk/La-Rochelle-Hotels-Maison-Des-Ambassadeurs.h4453701.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Winchester Christmas Market](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Christmas-Market-Hotels.0-l553248621563222633-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Bordeaux Centre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bordeaux-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Bordeaux-Centre.h25178164.Hotel-Information) > > [Summer Senses Luxury Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paros-Hotels-Summer-Senses-Luxury-Resort.h27834301.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Dubai Wasl District](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dubai-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Dubai-Wasl-District.h32905077.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Corfe Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Corfe-Castle-Hotels.0-l6092133-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotel Edouard VII](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Biarritz-Hotels-Hotel-Edouard-VII.h1796574.Hotel-Information) > > [Domina Milano Fiera](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Milan-Hotels-Domina-Milano-Fiera.h2390101.Hotel-Information) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Kenya](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Kenya-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d92-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels in Caleta de Famara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Caleta-De-Famara-Hotels.d6235086.Travel-Guide-Hotels) ### Flights > [Ethiopian Airlines Harare (HRE) to London (LHR) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/ethiopian-airlines-from-harare-intl-to-heathrow/et/hre/lhr) > > [easyJet Liverpool (LPL) to Amsterdam (AMS) flights](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flight-routes/easyjet-from-john-lennon-to-schiphol/u2/lpl/ams) > > [Flights from Cambridge (CBG) to Dublin (DUB)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/cbg/dub/cambridge-to-dublin) ### Activities > [Things to do in Pajara](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Pajara.d182358.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Holiday Rentals > [Drogheda Holiday Rentals](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Drogheda-Holiday-Rentals.d6046681.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals) ### General > [Visit Hoboken](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hoboken.dx8358)