Fabulous building - was the town hall built in early 20th century. Lovely big room. Friendly staff - were able to squeeze us into the restaurant at short notice on our arrival and the restaurant was fantastic with really good formule menus and excellent food (well worth booking in advance). Great location on the river front in St-Valery with a short walk to the old medieval town and the riverfront 19th century frontage. Free car parking on site, but it does get a bit busy with restaurant customers.

It was a bit expensive, but actually well worth paying a bit more for the experience.

The breakfast was first class and the staff friendly and helpful. We were offered a valet to carry luggage which we did not take up. We would certainly stay there again.

The access into the hotel from the car park was into the lower stairs of the hotel, it was dark and a tight stairs and not suitable for anyone carrying luggage without being aware of the tightness of the turns and narrowness of the step. we later used the wider stone steps up to the first floor through the bar which was much easier. That was a real disappointment. My garden room bathroom window had no curtain or blind and I felt a little exposed taking a shower and using the facilities. These were the only reasons not to award Excellent. Because of the age of the property, we were forgiving.

We had a nice comfortable room. The hotel is situated along the promenade so perfect for walking into town. Lovely restaurant overlooking the bay. Very helpful staff who took our bags up and down to our room. Nice buffet breakfast and popular 3 course evening meal for 24e so good value. A lot of people came there to eat. Free on site parking.

No lounge. Unfortunately our stay was affected by the weather as we would have been have been happy to sit outside. Rather a lot of stairs as we were on the 2nd floor and being an old hotel there is no lift. Lighting in the room was too bright.

The location. The architecture of the hotel. The balcony. Free parking. Restaurant.

The room was a bit cramped as you couldn't fully open the balcony doors without pushing the beds away. The waterproof/plasticky mattress protector made us very clammy and uncomfortable. Maybe a breathable one instead. The room was a bit tired and needed freshening up but realise balancing cost of revamp and affordability is difficult.

Room decor and facilities Character building Location Free private parking

Reception and bar staff could have been more interested and attentive Dining room very understaffed on Sunday evening : one waiter working very hard but long waits between courses No lift - we were on top floor in attic room

The location was very good, parking very good too. Room was lovely and the bed was very comfortable. Although we didn't dine there on this visit we have always found the restaurant to be very good indeed. The staff are friendly, professional and approachable.

All aspects were good.

Extraordinary location and lovely staff!

The bar was not open separately. After a long trip you just need a drink and a reset before dinner. This is a gold mine if you could get some more wonderful staff to run this! The beautiful terrace outside was empty but I'm sure would have been full... 😎

The restaurant is exceptional, and the location is perfect for enjoying the town. The building is unusual and has many layers. The bed was large and comfortable.

The room was a little tired but didn't spoil our stay. The bedside shelf was damaged and coming off the wall, all minor stuff.

Location superb. Staff exceptional. Restaurant outstanding. Our room was small but had huge balcony with loungers, small garden table and chairs. That was fantastic and doubled our private space. Thiroughly enjoyed watching the sunrise.

Parts of hotel could do with a coat of paint and the odd bit of polyfiller! There is no lift and my husband has a bad knee- but at least we were on first floor. Tea and coffee in room was limited - eg 1 sachet of coffee only and no decaf.

The breakfast was delicious, with fresh and delicious home made food! I could make my own eggs in a cooker with a timer, so I could cook them to my own tasting. That was great! The dinner was perfect as well. And the staff was very friendly and helpful. The restaurant had a great location too.

Unfortunately there is no elevator, bur we were informed of this upfront, so we knew we had to take this into account.