Adequately Basic.....
03 May 2008
The hotel it self was remarkably clean and well maintained. The staff on reception were extremely friendly but somewhat other-worldly as they seemed to float around customers with minimal interactions. The room was small and quaint but was exactly what we required. The en-suite facility was very mordern and practical for those who on tight schedule. On the whole the only downsides to this basic hotel were the breakfast and the location. The breakfast was extremely basic that only had a faint sense of a Parisian element to it. The breakfast area is small and often cramped. The only French touch really is a ample supply of croissants, then your faced a a un-desirable choice of instant hot chocolate (of course you have the pleasure of making it), everyday kellogg's cereals and baguettes with spreadable cheese. For the 8 euro breakfast charge I would consider other options if not pressed for time. The location of the hotel we found to be both good and very bad. The hotel is situated beside two metro stations so it is very easy to travel around paris and to find your way back. The location's main down point is that it feels like a gangster "ghetto" to put it bluntly. On two occasions my girlfriend and myself were approached by strangers asking for cigarettes, which made it a uncomfortable experience for both of us, and quite frankly left feeling rather vunerable. This hotel is most definately suited for young couples on short stays. I dont think it would be my first choice in returning to Paris but that is strictly down to the local area.
Thomas Scullion, Glasgow/Scotland
Young Couple (18-35)
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Review of 'COMFORT GARE DE L'EST'
06 March 2007
The hotel room was basic but clean and comfortable. The reception was staffed with helpful staff 24 hours a day. Surrounding area was very dodgy in our opinion ands we witnessed a near gang fight about a block or two away. The description given by the hotel of being minutes walk away from the main attractions is inaccurate. It was roughly 45 minutes walk to the louvre museum. On the plus side there are plenty bars and restaurants on the rue st denis which isn't far away and you are right on a metro line. I wouldn't stay there again, not down to the hotel but down to the local area...
Barry Hope, Glasgow/Scotland
Young Couple (18-35)
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Review of 'COMFORT GARE DE L'EST'
02 December 2006
Hotel was basic but adequate. Rooms cleaned daily, clean linen and towels daily. Staff helpfull and speak English. Breakfast was typically continental but plentifull.
Close to notre dame and Latin quarter, 30-40 minute walk to eiffel tower, arc de triomphe. 10 minute walk from Nord railway station. Fantastic base for visiting Paris.Great value.
Elaine, crewe, cheshire
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'COMFORT GARE DE L'EST'
22 April 2006
The room is tiny but clean. Staff of hotel are very friendly to help every questions you bring up.
Good breakfast,compares to hostel.
Suitable for money saver~
KAI-JEN WANG, England
Other
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Review of 'COMFORT GARE DE L'EST'
12 September 2005
We were very impressed with the welcome we recieved after a night of travelling. The staff were all very helpful, polite and friendly with good English. The room was very tidy and clean with the maid visiting everyday to change bed linen, towels and clean the room. Breakfast was a simple but satisfying, with a typical French menu. The hotel also provides a free safety deposit box. The location is excellent with a supermarket and metro link just around the corner. Overall a fantastic holiday.
Robert Moon, Preston/England
Young Couple (18-35)
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