Hôtel Restaurant Douce France
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Summary of reviewsHôtel Restaurant Douce France offers an inviting stay with its central and peaceful location, making it an ideal base for exploring the Ardèche region. Nestled amidst vineyards and near the river, it provides a serene environment while being close to key attractions such as Ruoms, Vallon Pont d'Arc and the Chauvet cave.
The breakfast experience is generally positive with guests appreciating the variety, freshness and generous portions. It is described as hearty and good value for money, particularly for families. While a few guests found it basic or not to their taste, the overall sentiment leans towards satisfaction.
The dinner service excels with simple yet delicious homemade dishes using local ingredients, earning high praise for its taste, value and traditional offerings. Despite some minor suggestions for improvement, the dining experience is largely satisfying and well-received.
Rooms are noted for their cleanliness and well-equipped nature with features like renovated bathrooms, spacious showers and convenient free parking. However, some guests pointed out the need for air conditioning, updated furniture and more modern amenities to enhance comfort.
Cleanliness is generally satisfactory with many positive remarks about the hygiene and well-maintained spaces. However, a few guests mentioned areas needing more attention and updates.
The staff at Hôtel Restaurant Douce France are frequently praised for their warmth, friendliness and excellent service, creating a welcoming and accommodating environment. The staff's attentiveness and the owner's friendliness contribute significantly to a relaxing and family-friendly atmosphere.
Opinions on the beds vary with some guests finding them comfortable while others found issues with softness, creaking and outdated mattresses, suggesting a need for refurbishment.
The outdoor pool is a standout feature, garnering overwhelmingly positive feedback for its beauty and layout, providing a perfect spot for relaxation and cooling off.
Overall, Hôtel Restaurant Douce France is highly regarded for its excellent location, friendly staff, satisfying dining experiences and lovely pool, though some room updates could enhance guest comfort.
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The breakfast experience is generally positive with guests appreciating the variety, freshness and generous portions. It is described as hearty and good value for money, particularly for families. While a few guests found it basic or not to their taste, the overall sentiment leans towards satisfaction.
The dinner service excels with simple yet delicious homemade dishes using local ingredients, earning high praise for its taste, value and traditional offerings. Despite some minor suggestions for improvement, the dining experience is largely satisfying and well-received.
Rooms are noted for their cleanliness and well-equipped nature with features like renovated bathrooms, spacious showers and convenient free parking. However, some guests pointed out the need for air conditioning, updated furniture and more modern amenities to enhance comfort.
Cleanliness is generally satisfactory with many positive remarks about the hygiene and well-maintained spaces. However, a few guests mentioned areas needing more attention and updates.
The staff at Hôtel Restaurant Douce France are frequently praised for their warmth, friendliness and excellent service, creating a welcoming and accommodating environment. The staff's attentiveness and the owner's friendliness contribute significantly to a relaxing and family-friendly atmosphere.
Opinions on the beds vary with some guests finding them comfortable while others found issues with softness, creaking and outdated mattresses, suggesting a need for refurbishment.
The outdoor pool is a standout feature, garnering overwhelmingly positive feedback for its beauty and layout, providing a perfect spot for relaxation and cooling off.
Overall, Hôtel Restaurant Douce France is highly regarded for its excellent location, friendly staff, satisfying dining experiences and lovely pool, though some room updates could enhance guest comfort.
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Hôtel Restaurant Douce France enjoys a very central location that makes it easy to explore the Ardèche region. It's situated near many businesses and key tourist attractions like Ruoms, Vallon Pont d'Arc and the Chauvet cave. Guests appreciate its proximity to major points of interest, making it an ideal base for exploring the area. The hotel is nestled in a quiet environment surrounded by vineyards, offering a peaceful stay. The location is also near the river, the Ardèche gorges and various activities, ensuring guests have plenty to see and do nearby. This prime geographical setting makes it perfect for those looking to visit all the most popular places in the region.
Guests at Hôtel Restaurant Douce France generally have positive experiences with the breakfast offered. Many describe it as hearty, substantial and complete with several phrases like "very good breakfast" and "excellent breakfast" recurring in the reviews. The breakfast is noted for its good value for money, especially for families and for offering generous portions.
Variety and freshness are also highlighted with guests appreciating the availability of croissants, bread and a variety of choices. Some reviews mention specific delights such as delicious lunch items and nice apple juice.
However, it’s worth noting that a few guests found the breakfast offerings to be basic, outdated or not meeting their expectations in terms of content relative to the price. There were also mentions of the morning coffee tasting like chicory, which might not appeal to everyone. Despite these minor criticisms, the overall sentiment leans towards a positive and satisfying breakfast experience at this charming hotel.
Hôtel Restaurant Douce France has garnered positive feedback for its on-site dining experience. Guests frequently highlight their satisfaction with the simple yet excellent homemade dishes that the restaurant offers, noting their pleasant and delicious taste. Traditional lunches and dinner options, including homemade products and local ingredients, have received particular praise. Visitors appreciate the variety and good value for money, often describing the food as very good or even remarkable. While a few reviews suggest room for improvement in certain aspects, such as portion sizes, the overall sentiment leans heavily towards a gratifying dining experience that encourages repeat visits. The restaurant's commitment to hearty, budget-friendly meals continues to resonate well with diners, making it a solid choice for both lunch and dinner.
Hôtel Restaurant Douce France offers a mix of experiences when it comes to its rooms. Many guests appreciated the cleanliness and well-equipped nature of the rooms, highlighting elements like renovated bedrooms and bathrooms, spacious showers and the availability of free parking conveniently located next to the rooms. Positive mentions also include large apartments suitable for families or groups, some rooms featuring balconies and the presence of washing machines in certain accommodations.
However, guests noted several areas that require improvement. A recurring point of concern was the lack of air conditioning, which made stays uncomfortable, particularly during the summer months. While some rooms did have air conditioning or fans, this was not the case across the board. The absence of essential features like shower curtains was also frequently mentioned. The rooms, described variably from small to spacious, often featured outdated and basic furniture with some instances of smelly rooms lacking cleanliness. Additionally, the need for renovations and updates was a common theme, coupled with complaints about uncomfortable beds and a generally old feel to the building and its interior.
The beds at Hôtel Restaurant Douce France receive varied feedback from guests. While some found the bedding quite comfortable, others noted that the beds were too soft with mattresses that lacked firmness and tended to curve. Several guests mentioned that the beds were old, creaked and made a lot of noise, detracting from the overall comfort. Pillows were also occasionally described as musty. There were concerns about the extra bed positioned overhead, which some found unsightly and worrisome. Overall, the general sentiment suggests that the bedding could benefit from an update to enhance guest comfort.
Hôtel Restaurant Douce France has received mixed feedback regarding its cleanliness and maintenance. Many guests have noted that the rooms are clean and well-equipped with several explicitly mentioning the rooms being very clean and comfortable. Positive mentions include clean spaces, good hygiene and a clean pool. However, some guests have expressed concerns, indicating that the cleanliness leaves something to be desired and that the rooms are in need of refreshing. Maintenance issues such as dirty dishes and broken shower support have also been highlighted. Additionally, while some rooms feature air conditioning, which is appreciated during hot weather, others do not, leading to discomfort for some guests. Despite these areas for improvement, the overall impression from the positive remarks suggests that the hotel generally maintains a satisfactory level of cleanliness.
At Hôtel Restaurant Douce France, guests consistently praise the warm and friendly nature of the staff, highlighting a welcoming environment from arrival to departure. Visitors mentioned the excellent and accommodating service, particularly appreciating the kindness and politeness of both the restaurant hostess and staff member Flavien. The welcoming atmosphere is accentuated by the owner’s friendliness and readiness to provide solutions, making guests feel valued and cared for.
Families and solo travelers alike noted the staff's availability and attentiveness, contributing to a relaxing and family-friendly setting. Additionally, the hotel is commended for its terrific service, cleanliness and the quality of its food, alongside a beautifully kept pool area.
While some reviews noted minor issues such as a lack of air conditioning, the overall impression is that the friendly and helpful nature of the staff, from the owner to the receptionists, creates a warm and inviting stay. All these positive sentiments make Hôtel Restaurant Douce France a standout choice for those seeking excellent hospitality and a relaxing environment.
The outdoor pool at Hôtel Restaurant Douce France receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from guests. Described as beautiful, great and perfect for cooling off, the pool provides a refreshing retreat for visitors. The layout is appreciated and many find it lovely and large, ideal for a relaxing swim. The pool is complemented by a sunny terrace, offering easy access and a pleasant spot to unwind. Overall, the swimming pool stands out as a wonderful amenity, contributing significantly to the enjoyable experience at the hotel.
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Breakfast
Variety and freshness are also highlighted with guests appreciating the availability of croissants, bread and a variety of choices. Some reviews mention specific delights such as delicious lunch items and nice apple juice.
However, it’s worth noting that a few guests found the breakfast offerings to be basic, outdated or not meeting their expectations in terms of content relative to the price. There were also mentions of the morning coffee tasting like chicory, which might not appeal to everyone. Despite these minor criticisms, the overall sentiment leans towards a positive and satisfying breakfast experience at this charming hotel.
Dinner
Rooms
However, guests noted several areas that require improvement. A recurring point of concern was the lack of air conditioning, which made stays uncomfortable, particularly during the summer months. While some rooms did have air conditioning or fans, this was not the case across the board. The absence of essential features like shower curtains was also frequently mentioned. The rooms, described variably from small to spacious, often featured outdated and basic furniture with some instances of smelly rooms lacking cleanliness. Additionally, the need for renovations and updates was a common theme, coupled with complaints about uncomfortable beds and a generally old feel to the building and its interior.
Beds
Cleanliness
Staff
Families and solo travelers alike noted the staff's availability and attentiveness, contributing to a relaxing and family-friendly setting. Additionally, the hotel is commended for its terrific service, cleanliness and the quality of its food, alongside a beautifully kept pool area.
While some reviews noted minor issues such as a lack of air conditioning, the overall impression is that the friendly and helpful nature of the staff, from the owner to the receptionists, creates a warm and inviting stay. All these positive sentiments make Hôtel Restaurant Douce France a standout choice for those seeking excellent hospitality and a relaxing environment.
Outdoor Pool
Yes, Hôtel Restaurant Douce France has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Hôtel Restaurant Douce France.
Yes, Hôtel Restaurant Douce France welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Hôtel Restaurant Douce France.
No, Hôtel Restaurant Douce France doesn't have a gym.
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