Have you ever ever wished to pack your baggage, hit the open highway, and discover the attractive landscapes of Europe? We did simply that on our current highway journey by France, Spain, and Portugal, stopping at some fascinating accommodations alongside the best way.
Whether or not you’re planning the same journey or simply interested in these distinctive stays, this information is for you. We’ll provide the inside scoop on every lodge, sharing the highs and lows of our experiences, so you may determine which locations is perhaps value a go to.
Our first cease was within the charming city of Poitiers, the place we stayed on the Contact Lodge Come Inn. For those who’re searching for luxurious, this won’t be your first alternative, nevertheless it definitely has its personal attraction. The rooms had been fairly primary, virtually feeling like a hostel. Sadly, our wardrobe door took a tumble after we opened it, including a contact of slapstick comedy to our keep. No air con, however followers had been offered—one with a cracked casing.
Whereas the lavatory mild determined to take a everlasting trip, breakfast saved the day. Easy, but filling, it provided a comforting begin to our travels. For 2 rooms, we paid £135 for one evening. Our verdict? A strong 5/10. It was a spot to relaxation our heads, however not way more. I didn’t bear in mind to take any footage however that is the nightmare junction I discovered while searching for someplace to park and get meals in Poitiers. It was a stunning space however exhausting to park particularly as we had solely started our highway journey driving in France that day!
Valladolid’s Lodge Conde Ansurez
Subsequent, we travelled to Valladolid, driving into Spain for the primary time. We checked into the Lodge Conde Ansurez on the outskirts of town. Right here, we discovered consolation and a contact of luxurious that made us really feel at dwelling. The rooms had been thoughtfully designed, providing each necessities and some surprises, like plush pillows. Priced at £126 for 2 rooms per evening, it felt like a steal.
The one draw back was the restaurant, the place vegetarians would possibly really feel as if they’d entered a meat lover’s paradise. Beef cheeks, anybody? There was actually nothing vegetarian accessible and the workers had no concepts the place we may go for one thing. We ended up driving to a Burger King!
Regardless of the culinary hiccup, we rated this lodge 8/10. With a greater eating expertise, it may have simply been a 9.
Muthu Oura Praia Lodge, Albufeira
Who doesn’t love a great beachside escape? After driving from Valladolid in Spain by the mountains we entered Portugal and drove by Portugal right down to Albufeira. By the point we arrived it was scorching and we had been prepared for a number of days off driving! In Albufeira, we stayed for six nights on the Muthu Oura Praia Lodge. Our all-inclusive expertise was each a success and a miss.
The lodge was good, moderately clear however the all inclusive was very disappointing because the lodge itself solely had one restaurant that was not accessible each night and was fairly particular (a sushi restaurant) and solely had a pool bar 11-6, no different meals or drinks had been accessible with out having to go to different accommodations within the chain.
One of many accommodations was subsequent door however others had been a 20 minute stroll away down (after which again up!) a particularly steep hill. The meals within the different accommodations had been good however this was very sneaky I felt calling our lodge all inclusive when it really wasn’t. The pool was pretty and the room had the whole lot we wanted. Total I might give this lodge 7.5/10 because of the food and drinks points.
The room and pool, nevertheless, had been good and enjoyable by them was excellent. Regardless of the food and drinks points, we gave this lodge a 7.5/10. It’s a beautiful spot if you happen to don’t thoughts a little bit of an journey to discover a meal.
Ibis Madrid Fuenlabrada
In Madrid, we had been warmly welcomed on the Ibis Fuenlabrada, a lodge that ticked all our packing containers. The service was impeccable, and the rooms had been each snug and reasonably priced—£187 for 2 rooms over two nights, with breakfast included. It’s exhausting to beat that type of worth.
We loved the scrumptious breakfast and the lodge’s proximity to Madrid’s points of interest. We obtained an Uber into Madrid which was good as we wished a time without work driving. Our ranking? A well-deserved 9/10, making it a must-visit for anybody heading to Spain’s capital.
Bordeaux’s Consolation Aparthotel Bordeaux Begles Enviornment
Heading again to France, we spent a while on the Consolation Aparthotel Bordeaux Begles Enviornment. This hybrid between a lodge and an house provided practicality and area, though privateness within the house was a bit missing with its open-plan format. The kitchen space was a pleasant contact, excellent for many who prefer to prepare dinner primary meals within the room.
Breakfast wasn’t included, however we tried it as soon as—and as soon as was sufficient because of the additional price. the meals was good however definitely not value the additional we paid. We paid £185 for 2 nights, discovering it truthful worth. Total, we rated it 6/10. It’s fantastic for a brief keep, particularly if you happen to plan to spend your days exploring Bordeaux. It’s most likely an ideal lodge for employees doing enterprise in Bordeaux and fewer appropriate for households.
Look how stunning Bordeaux is although – no image of the lodge because it didn’t look that thrilling!
Premiere Classe Le Havre Centre les Docks
Our last cease was in Le Havre on the Premiere Classe Le Havre Centre les Docks. This lodge, positioned in a residential space, provided easy however snug rooms. We propose paying for parking until you get pleasure from neighbourhood soccer!
Although it lacked air con, the continental breakfast was a nice shock. For £118 for 2 rooms over two nights, it was unbelievable worth. We gave it a 9/10, it may have been extra with air con.
Reflecting on Our Lodge Journey
Total, our highway journey by France, Spain, and Portugal launched us to a combined bag of lodge experiences. Every cease provided one thing distinctive, whether or not it was the quirky attraction of Contact Lodge Come Inn or the welcoming heat of Ibis Madrid Fuenlabrada.
For these planning the same journey, we hope our experiences present helpful insights into selecting your highway journey stays. And if you happen to’re interested in any of those accommodations, be happy to achieve out, I’d like to share extra tales from our travels!
