Ibis Saint Étienne - la Terrasse

Having read some less than good previous reviews, and having been unable to find online any precise directions for accessing the hotel’s car park (see below), we were not expecting too much from this stay. However, we were pleasantly surprised. Our room was a reasonable size, clean, and in good condition. The ensuite was an adequate size, and, again, was clean with everything in working order. The air conditioning worked well and was quiet. The wifi was adequate (access code given to us at check-in). We did not have an evening meal at the hotel. Breakfast was standard Ibis fare in a spacious, quiet, and pleasant environment. None of the staff we encountered spoke English. This was not a problem for us, but is unusual for an Ibis, so might catch some people out. Now for the parking: Approach via Place Massenet, which is one-way. Keep in the left hand lane as you pass the tram station. Ignore the next signed turning to a car park. Continue until you are two car lengths from the stop line at the traffic lights and turn left at an unsigned turning, across the tram lines, and into the Ibis car park. You have the choice of above ground free parking, which we opted for, or underground pay parking.

Chambre bien insonorisées avec le strict minimum (téléphone fixe, télévision, douche, lit 2 places). Personnel sympathique. Prix excessif ( sans petit déjeuner). Je n'y retournerai sûrement pas vu les tarifs pour ce qu'ils proposent.

Hotel choisi par rapport à la proximité du stade pour aller voir un match de rugby. Emplacement pratique mais l’accès en voiture n’est pas facile. Chambre OK mais sans plus pour le prix. Il serait pratique d’avoir deux draps de bain par personne pour pouvoir se sécher les cheveux. Petit déjeuner moyen. Nous sommes descendus au petit déjeuner vers 9:30 Il n’y avait plus grand chose au buffet et pas de réassort. C’est dommage.