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Summary of reviewsThe ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique is highly recommended for its exceptional location in the heart of Caen. It offers convenient proximity to the city's historical sites, shops, bars and restaurants, making it an ideal base for exploring and leisure activities. The easy access to parking and public transport enhances its appeal, providing unbeatable value for money.
Guests frequently praise the hotel's breakfast, highlighting its excellent variety and quality, including freshly squeezed orange juice and delicious pastries. While the breakfast room can feel cramped during busy times, many still appreciate the generous and satisfying offerings. The high value and extensive selection, including local products, make it a strong point of the hotel.
The rooms are noted for their cleanliness and modern decor with comfortable bedding and necessary amenities. Although the rooms are well maintained, many guests find them to be quite small, which can be a drawback for longer stays. Noise from the street and bars nearby can also be an issue and the lack of air conditioning may be uncomfortable during warmer months.
Cleanliness is consistently highlighted with the hotel maintaining spotless rooms and common areas. The friendly and professional staff contribute significantly to the overall positive experience, offering attentive and polite service. This, combined with well-maintained facilities, makes for a pleasant stay.
Families find the hotel accommodating with well-equipped and spacious family suites that are ideal for those traveling with children. The central location also makes it convenient for family outings.
The hotel's nightlife location provides an exciting atmosphere for those looking to enjoy the local scene, though it can be noisy at night. This may affect light sleepers, who might need to consider earplugs or a room away from the street.
The beds generally receive positive feedback for their comfort and quality, contributing to a good night's rest. However, some guests report issues with noise from the mattresses and discomfort from the plastic overlays.
Overall, ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique offers good value as a three-star hotel, suitable for budget-conscious travelers. While some amenities may need updating, the cleanliness, friendly staff and excellent location provide a satisfactory stay experience. Show more
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Hotel near Nightlife Spots
Located in the historic center of Caen, this hotel is surrounded by numerous bars and restaurants. Its central location allows guests to easily experience the city's vibrant nightlife.
Hotel with EV Charging Stations
This hotel offers an electric vehicle charging point. It is located in the city center.
3-Star Hotel
This hotel is situated in the historic center of Caen. It provides comfortable rooms and easy access to the city's historical sites.
Hotel for Honeymoon
Family Friendly Hotel
Dog Friendly Hotel
Room Types
Standard Twin RoomThis room features a hair dryer, a collapsible table, an open wardrobe, free WiFi access and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is also a private bathroom with a shower, towels and free toiletries.
Standard Double RoomThis room features a hair dryer, a collapsible table, an open wardrobe, free WiFi access and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. There is also a private bathroom with a shower, towels and free toiletries.
Standard Family Suite with Two Connecting RoomsThe suite features 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The suite offers soundproof walls, a wardrobe, a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The unit offers 3 beds.
Guest Reviews
7.7
Good
Location
The ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique boasts an exceptional, central location that is consistently praised by guests. Nestled in the heart of Caen, the hotel is perfectly positioned for exploring the city's rich historical sites and vibrant pedestrian areas. Visitors appreciate its proximity to shops, bars and restaurants, making it an ideal base for both sightseeing and leisure activities. Additionally, the convenience of nearby parking and easy access to public transport further enhances its appeal. The hotel's location offers unbeatable value for money and the welcoming staff, cleanliness and comfortable amenities contribute to a pleasant stay. For those looking to discover the charm of Caen on foot, this hotel is an excellent choice.
Breakfast
The breakfast at 'ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique' has garnered positive feedback from many guests. Travelers frequently praise the excellent variety and quality of offerings, highlighting both sweet and savory options, freshly squeezed orange juice and delicious pastries. Many reviews emphasize the hearty and generous nature of the breakfast, making it sufficient and satisfying for a day of exploring.
Guests appreciate the extensive selection and the inclusion of local products, contributing to a well-rounded meal setup. The breakfast is noted for its great value for money, providing high-quality produce and a diverse spread. Items often restocked ensure that there’s plenty for everyone and the breakfast is served until 11 am, accommodating late risers.
However, a common point of criticism is the size of the breakfast room, which some find cramped and insufficient for the number of guests. Additionally, a few reviews mention the lack of variety in certain aspects, such as the choice of green tea and the occasional disappointment with pastries.
Overall, the breakfast at 'ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique' is seen as a strong point of the hotel with many guests finding it delicious and varied, contributing positively to their stay experience.
Rooms
The rooms at ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique are praised for their cleanliness and modern decor, making them a comfortable choice for many travelers. Guests frequently mention that the rooms are well-maintained and equipped with necessary amenities. The bedding is comfortable and the rooms are tidy and functional. Despite these positives, a common critique is the room size; many guests find the rooms to be quite small with some describing them as cramped or cramped and without sufficient space for luggage, making them less ideal for longer stays.
Soundproofing seems to be an issue as well with noise from the street and bars disrupting the sleep of several guests. Air conditioning is not available, which can be problematic during warmer months, though fans are provided upon request. The bathrooms, though clean, also tend to be on the smaller side with basic facilities.
The hotel’s central location is convenient, but it does come with the downside of street noise. Overall, while the hotel offers clean, comfortable rooms with modern touches, the compact size and noise issues might not suit everyone, especially those staying for longer periods or needing more space.
Beds
When it comes to bedding at ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique, most guest reviews highlight its comfort and quality. Phrases such as comfortable bed, very comfortable bedding and good bedding appear frequently. Many guests appreciated the new mattresses and the nice, supportive bedding, describing them as ideal for a good night's rest. Positive reviews often praise the beds for being not only comfortable but also of good quality.
However, there are some mixed opinions. While many found the beds comfortable, others experienced issues, mentioning noisy or uncomfortable mattresses, small bed sizes and overly warm memory foam mattress toppers. Some guests also mentioned finding the plastic mattress overlay uncomfortable and airtight, while others noted that the pillows were too big.
Despite these occasional inconveniences, the general consensus leans towards satisfaction with the beds, emphasizing a comfortable sleep experience. The hotel manages to create an inviting atmosphere with its bedding, though some room for improvement exists to accommodate all guest preferences.
Cleanliness
Ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique garners widespread praise for its cleanliness. Guests frequently note the spotless state of both the rooms and common areas, describing the hotel as well-cleaned, modern and spacious. Many reviews commend the impeccable and exceptional cleanliness, ensuring a comfortable stay. The cleaning standards are consistently maintained with staff described as friendly and polite. The rooms are highlighted as large, especially by French standards and the bathrooms are kept clean with hot water available throughout the day. Despite some isolated issues like stained carpets or uncleaned toilets, the overall sentiment leans heavily towards a high level of cleanliness. Additionally, the hotel's central location and amenities like good WiFi and complimentary parking add to the convenience and appeal of the stay.
Staff
The staff at ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique receive remarkable praise from guests, consistently noted for their friendliness, helpfulness and attentiveness. From the warm welcome at reception to the professional service at breakfast, the staff's commitment to providing excellent service is evident. Guests highlight the staff's kindness with particular appreciation for their politeness and smiles. The reception staff are often mentioned as friendly and accommodating, available around the clock to assist with any inquiries. The cleanliness and good maintenance of the hotel further enhance the overall experience, making it a pleasant stay. Despite minor issues with amenities, the outstanding service and welcoming atmosphere created by the staff make ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique a preferred choice for many travelers.
Family
The 'ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique' receives positive feedback from families, offering well-equipped and spacious family suites. The connecting rooms provide ample space and are particularly suitable for those traveling with children. Guests appreciate the cleanliness and thoughtfulness in design, making it an ideal choice for family stays. The hotel meets expectations for family time and is well-situated for visiting the town with loved ones.
Nightlife
The ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique hotel is located in a vibrant area known for its bustling nightlife. Situated amid a student town, the vicinity is teeming with night bars and clubs right next door to the hotel. While this offers an exciting atmosphere for those looking to enjoy the local scene, it is important to be aware that the streets remain lively until the early hours with music and partying audible through the night. Rooms facing the main road are particularly affected by the noise from revellers and traffic.
However, if one is seeking to experience the energetic nightlife of Caen, the hotel’s location could not be more ideal. Those sensitive to noise might want to consider packing earplugs or requesting a room away from the street. Although the bustling surroundings contribute to the unique ambiance of staying in a student town, light sleepers should prepare for a less than restful night.
3 Star
Offering a good value stay, ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique is an affordable option fitting for those planning a budget-friendly trip. Known for its "Cheap & Cheerful" vibe, the reception desk displays information accurately and efficiently. The cleanliness of the rooms and property stands out positively, maintaining expected standards for a three-star hotel.
However, some guests feel that the hotel doesn't quite meet the typical expectations for a three-star rating, particularly noting the limited amenities provided. While the breakfast service is in line with low expectations for this category, the overall facilities could use some updating, especially when compared to other ibis Styles properties nearby, such as the one near Caen train station. Nevertheless, for a decent price, travellers can expect a satisfactory stay.
No, ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique.
Yes, ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique welcomes dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique.
No, ibis Styles Caen Centre Historique doesn't have a gym.