Lausanne

Sadly we booked two hotel rooms that didn't have AC upon arrival - both AC units were broken. It was horribly hot during our stay. Hotel management was conveniently never available during our stay, stating we had to send an email vs. talk to someone in-person. Management returned my emails after the trip was over. They said an inspection was done and the AC units were both working perfectly. We wish we never booked this hotel. Also, it's very dirty and dusty.

What a fantastic evening welcome by Charles. A true rare diamond.

Hotels in Nice could be quite pricy or dated at the main tourist areas. This hotel is quite new and very French chic - arched window frame, tastefully decorated with black & white tiles, blue Matisse's arts, white linens and a touch of bright yellow. Located at a quiet but safe neighbourhood few blocks away from the tourist spots, it's about 10-15mins walk to train, tram and beach side. We booked 4 nights at their "Superior Queen Room" during carnival month, the "book 2 get 1 night free" winter promotion made the value quite a bargain. There are a supermarket and coin laundry round the corner, which is very convenient. We were assigned to "Triple Room" in the first night due to overbooking that we're afraid it was not our liking - we would kindly suggest hotel to install a full enclose shower door as the water just splashing everywhere with the current design; small window makes the room dark and the third bed make the room quite small. But the super helpful management attented to our need and able to re-assign us back to the Queen Room with an amazing open balcony that we really enjoyed. Room size is modest and the bedding is very comfy. Hotel staffs were super friendly and very welcoming, gave us many good Nice recommendations. Daily cleansing were also spotless. We highly recommended staying in their rooms with balcony, you must not miss the sunlight of southern France.