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inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial

3.0 star property
Comfortable hotel near Caen Memorial

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Bar (on property)
Front of property
Triple Room
Daily buffet breakfast (EUR 10.9 per person)
Property entrance
Reviews
9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    BarBar
  • Parking included
    Parking includedParking included
  • 24/7 front desk
    24/7 front desk24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
    Breakfast availableBreakfast available
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Housekeeping
    HousekeepingHousekeeping

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Rue du Clos Barbey, Saint-Contest, 14280
  • Popular LocationCaen Memorial16 min walk
  • Popular LocationNormandy Museum5 min drive
  • Popular LocationZenith de Caen7 min drive
  • AirportDeauville (DOL-Normandie)40 min drive

Room options

Double Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Twin Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

Family Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Triple Room

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Saint-Contest

At inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial you'll be within a 20-minute stroll of Caen Memorial and Colline aux Oiseaux. Highlights at this hotel include free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .This pet-friendly hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a 24-hour front desk. Additionally, you'll find a terrace, luggage storage and a lift. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. .In proximity to this 3-property class Saint-Contest hotel you'll find Cabourg Beach.

What's nearby

  • Caen Memorial - 16 min walk
  • Normandy Museum - 5 min drive
  • Caen Castle - 5 min drive
  • Caen Exhibition Centre - 5 min drive
  • Zenith de Caen - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Bretteville - Norrey Station - 9 min drive
  • Caen (CFR-Carpiquet) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪La Mie Paulette - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Poivre Rouge - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Brit Hôtel Caen Nord - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Domino's Pizza - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dragon de Beaulieu - ‬4 min drive

About this property

inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial

Comfortable hotel near Caen Memorial
Inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Self parking is free.

This 3-star Saint-Contest hotel is smoke free.

  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
Inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial offers 69 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Microwaves and an iron/ironing board can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered on a daily basis.

Languages

English, French, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10.90 per person
  • A bar/lounge

Family friendly

  • Microwave on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • In-room accessibility
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave on request

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 8 per pet, per night
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.50 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 10.9 per person
  • Pet fee: EUR 8 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial?

Inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial?

As of 4 Jul 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial on 5 Jul 2024 start from NZ$116.96, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial?

Yep, inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial?

The closest beach to inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial is Cabourg Beach (16.4 km).

Does inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial serve breakfast?

Yeah, buffet brekkie is offered daily between 6:30 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial?

No, inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial?

Furry friends are welcome at inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet.

inspiration by balladins Caen Mémorial Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 338 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 338 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 338 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 338 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 338 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Joanna

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Worst hotel experience ever! The room was very dusty and dirty as though no one had stayed in the room for years. Spiders and spider webs at several spots in the room, and I’ve never seen such dirty carpet in a hotel room before. We also had to live with a huge fly in the room for the 2 days. The lime scale on the shower head was terribly yucky although the bathroom and toilet itself was the cleanest spot in the entire room. We had 2 people stayed in the room but only 1 bath towel was provided. There was another bath towel placed in the closet but apparently it was used and dirty. On the morning during checkout time, there was no one at the front desk and we waited for 15 min until someone finally came out, there was obviously a lack of staff as the staff was saying she was the only person managing the front desk, kitchen, and the rooms. She asked me how was my stay and I told her my honest opinion, she was then only giving me a shrug and not so sincere apology. I travel a lot and this was the worst hotel I’ve ever stayed.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sille

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kimberly, Tucson

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only stayed one night - arrived very late and left early the next morning. Friendly staff greeted us on arrival, the room was clean and breakfast buffet was outstanding! Conveniently located near the incredible Caen Memorial Museum and the Caen airport.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I arrived at the hotel at 01:00, the reception staff was very efficient and friendly. The room and facilities were excellent for my requirements.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Anne Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Rachel

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Decent
The rooms are fairly new though are starting to show some wear and tear. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was not worth the money, there's a great bakery around the corner and it's cheaper. Overall, it was what I paid for, nothing more, nothing less.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cheap
We had to wait over 5 min before someone came to check us & another guest in, which felt much longer since we had been traveling all day & were tired. The place looked a bit run down, walls needed to be wiped clean in our room, we had to ask for additional pillows, there was no sheet between us & the comforter & there were cobwebs in the room. If you need a place to sleep that is cheap, in more ways than one, this is your place. The location was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good stay with excellent staff
Overall a great stay….except the breakfast we paid 10 euros each for the worst food on our travels,scrambled egg must of been an hour old you couldn’t put your knife into the sausage,the bacon looked like cut up scraps overall very poor not worth 1euro , shame really the staff, room and hotel were great.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Humberto

10/10 Excellent

Ada

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rebbecca, Cranfield

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was great as our base for D Day trips
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pauline

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great choice for an overnight stop, very clean & well equipped with large comfortable beds and incredibly friendly, helpful staff at an affordable price.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Wajih

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Barbie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Good hotel but beware. I prepaid through Expedia but when I checked in they asked for a $67 “deposit” for damages that was supposed to be credited back to my acct. They ended up keeping this money. I have called three times and three times I’ve been told by Phil that I would get an email and the cash returned to my card but I haven’t received anything. No email, no refund. Even worse is that I have to pay for the calls from the US to France to try to solve this. Beware!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Alan

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice stay clean new feeling hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Victoria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Front desk sraff is wonderful! Manager is fantastic!! Breakfast is ok. Very clean room!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Renita

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff very friendly, room was just right size for the price,good food at the restaurant next door, clean
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay.
Great stay, friendly helpful staff, comfy bed, quiet room, quality windows and doors that keep any noise out. Good lighting in the room. Good breakfast too. Could do with a better chair to sit at the desk in the room, that’s my only negative comment.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beverly

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Moderate location useful for road trips
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the best stays in four days travelling. Very helpful friendly staff. Good choice breakfast. Nice restaurant next door
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An excellent option for passing travellers
This place is brand new, efficient and well-run. It was a delightful alternative to a few nearby options. The restaurant right next door is also excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2021