HOTEL SAINT GOTHARD, Nice

The hotel is situated on a relatively quiet street just off the main thoroughfare, giving easy access to Nice-Ville station for regional trains to Monaco and Cannes. The Promenade des Anglais and the seafront are a 15- to 20-minute stroll. Avenue Jean Médecin, the primary shopping street, is within a few minutes' walk, as is a Monoprix supermarket and a Lidl. Numerous restaurants serving varied cuisines are within 300 metres. The airport is reachable by tram (Line 2) in about 20 minutes; the Jean-Médecin stop is a 5-minute walk from the hotel. Parking is available at the nearby public garage.

Room sizes vary: some are compact while others are more spacious, particularly triple and quadruple rooms. All include a private bathroom with shower (no bathtubs), a hairdryer, and toiletries. Soundproofing is listed as a feature, but some rooms have thin walls; light sleepers may prefer a room away from the street or higher floors. Amenities include an alarm clock, electric blankets, and a mini-bar in select rooms. Daily housekeeping is provided and towels are changed regularly. Baby cots are available free on request. Note that no tea- or coffee-making facilities are provided in rooms, and drinking water from a coin-operated vending machine is available at reception.

The breakfast includes bread, pastries, yogurt, cereals, and hot drinks. It is a simple continental offering. For other meals, a range of Asian and international restaurants are located within a 3-minute walk. A vending machine with drinks is available at reception. Guests who prefer self-catering can find a Monoprix and Lidl supermarket nearby.

The hotel provides a concierge service and tour desk. A safety deposit box is available for an extra charge. Fax/photocopying services are offered at a fee. The property is fully non-smoking and equipped with a lift (though stairs lead up to it). Family rooms and free baby cots make it suitable for those travelling with infants. Parking is not on site; a public garage (Interparking Gare Nice Thiers) is a short walk. An iron is available on request. Bicycle storage can be arranged.