The hotel is very stylish. Normally I don't pay much attention to these things, for me comfort is important and any decorative things don't really affect my impressions. But in this case, the interior is built sooo carefully and thoroughly in the style of Arsen Lupin and his time, that it looks and feels really great. At the same time, although the interior is decorated as old and oldish, everything is really clean and neat. There is a little bit of smell of an old house, but not intensive, it doesn't annoy at all. Note that there is no lift, and the concierge is a woman, so don't stay there if you have a luggage to heavy for you (not our case). The breakfast is not that plentiful, but pretty decent. And the price is absolutely reasonable. The hotel is located on a pretty busy street (busy for such a small city as Etretat), there can be noises from the outside in the morning, but not too much. The hotel is located in the city center, very close to all major interesting places. It is great that windows can be opened, but I didn't find an AC there, so I don't know if it is ok in summer. It didn't consider our stay, since in late April the t is comfortable. There is no parking directly in the hotel, but the hotel communicates it via Booking messages in advance and suggests to unload and park in 400 meters. I strongly advise arriving in late afternoon or in the evening, because in the midday Etretat is totally full of tourist cars, even all paid parkings are full. That said, I totally advise staying in this hotel (unless you need an elevator for luggage and unless you think that you need an AC), it was a really pleasant experienc.e

As mentioned, there is no elevator, and no AC. It didn't affect out stay, but might be important for other guests.

Location. Central to everything and very easy to find. 2 minutes walk to the beach and eateries. Accommodation. Eclectic, each room is themed relating to Spy Characters. I stayed in the Tin Tin room, stayed an extra night and slept in the Nestor Burma room. Breakfast offered and is delicious. Madame Caroline is welcoming and friendly and helpful, as are her staff. Hotel Detective is so interesting and quirky, a peaceful place

Nothing, enjoyed myself here

We stayed there for 1 night and it was really great. It was very clean and the staff were really nice and friendly. Their breakfast was on spot. We really liked the fact that they have a free coffee service. The location was the best, very central and it was close everywhere, to the bus stop, to the beach and there is a Carrefour nearby. Their decorations also are truly amazing :)

Clever Detective theme throughout, included a hidden bathroom and disguised television in our room. Lovely staff that offered wonderful suggestions on where to eat and things to do. Extensive breakfast selection in a well-decorated dining room. Didn't get a chance to hang out in the game room, but there were lots of options.

The weather was a bit wet, but to be expected in the spring. The bus was delayed by 3 hours so our overnight stay was a bit short. Better to stay two nights.

We booked a standard room but due to our neighbours were very loud at night the owner of the hotel offered us to move to another room and she gave us literally the best one,it was a free upgrade.The hotel is really nice,the design is impressive,the location is great,very close to the beach,restaurants and supermarkets.The room was clean and very cosy.Big thanks to the very hospitable owners of the hotel,we will definitely come back❤️❤️

Nothing,everything was great

My wife got in the room first. When I brought the luggage in the room, she told me there is no toilet in the room! I checked the hallway and there was none there either. Went downstairs to the reception and asked her how come there is no toilet in the room. She said, with a huge smile: “you need to be a better detective”. We did do a better detective job and found another room with a secret entrance. Hotel is filled with so much antique detective furniture, pictures, books, etc. The game room/library downstairs is amazing.

What we liked most about the property was the hostess at the front desk. She was more than helpful. She let us in early to store our luggage and at the end of our trip, she let us store our luggage there until we had to go to catch our bus. She also allowed my daughter to sit in the library to work after we had checked out and before we checked in. Again, the hostess was incredible!

Very good breakfast, excellent location (walking distance to the famous Cliffs of Etretat) The staff was amazing and helpful. The coffee and tea area is really nice, with lots of good boardgames. The room and hotel were well decorated too.

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Unusual concept, owners obviously made a great job arranging the design. Liked a lot common living room/bar- chess, cross cross, other games and intellectual entertainment.

Be ready that hotel is tiny, has a bit of an “odeur” , but it is typical to old buildings.

This place blew our minds. If you also dislike the monotone hotels, come and stay here. Full of surprises, fun, great service, Every corner has an interesting bit, the beds were comfy and the staff amazing. We would have loved to stay longer.