Limoges hotels

Used Cheops 87 as a stop-over for a night on our way to the Pyrenees. Found it excellent value for money. On the outskirts of Limoges so not convenient in terms of walking into the city centre but only about 5 mins from the centre by car. Very much 'no frills' accommodation. Seemed to have been built for visiting sportspeople, rather than as a dedicated hotel. Hence simple reception area and actual accommodation accessed via a door with key code. Spartan room in that it had two single beds (and I'm not talking two double beds which you often see in some US hotels) and, if I remember correctly, no carpet or curtains, although there was an electrically operated blind on the window. However, it had everything that we needed and I liked the simplicity of the furnishings. Breakfast was included in the price so that was a bonus. However, when we got to the restaurant, it was very much self-service with a 'cafeteria-style' line to collect what you wanted. First of all it appeared that we might be expected to pay because there was a cashier at the end of the line and some people were paying for their breakfast. When we go to the cashier it was OK and they had our names on a list so we didn't have to pay again. However, that made it difficult to know whether it was possible to go back again if we wanted anything else to eat, as you might with a buffet-style breakfast.

I could not fault the Mercure in any way. Lovely staff and perfect location along with spotless modern decor.

This is a pleasant hotel, with good rooms (though with somewhat limited space for one's clothes) and an excellent restaurant offer. The breakfast service is also very good, and the availability of a garage is an added advantage.

This apart. was a little out of the way but extremely good value. We arrived during easter and no meals were available. The rooms were extremely well fitted out with kitchen etc and very clean.

The hotel was situated within easy walking distance to the centre and historical areas. We were pleasantly surprised with the clean, modern decor and the helpful and friendly staff.

This Campanile is about to be transferred to the Inter-Hotel Apolonia chain and building alterations were already taking place at the time of my visit, therefore I feel it may be unfair to be too critical during untypical circumstances. However, although the staff were efficient and friendly, there didn't seem to be enough of them and, unlike her evening counterpart, the morning receptionist spoke little English (even less than my limited French!). I admit I should try harder in that respect. The temporary breakfast arrangements (due to builders working in the actual area) were poorly and inefficiently laid out, but workable. My main gripe was the lack of kettle facilities in the bedroom, the first time I have encountered this in a Campanile.

Great independent hotel, close to railway station, city centre and park. Rooms were spacious, quiet and clean - housekeeping was excellent. Friendly, helpful staff/owner. Excellent value for money. Great choice of local restaurants & bars & cafes for morning coffees and croissants - all within 5 min walking distance. Would recommend.