Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings
17 Rue Général De Gaulle, Villedieu Les Poeles, 50800
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles
Located between Le Mont Saint-Michel and the D-day beaches, the charming Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier was renovated in 2008 and offers an elegant and contempora... more
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| 9/10 | Overall value for money |
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Guy ( Other)
from Uckfield , GB on July 28, 2009
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on May 22, 2009
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"Very enjoyable." (107622579)
Good Hotel - in same family for over 30 Years. Good food.
Parking difficult on Monday night/Tuesday morning because of market.
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Anonymous ( Family with older children)
on April 14, 2009
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"I would recommend this hotel to couples, individuals, and families. I would stay here again, too." (107651148)
The rooms were very spacious (especially for Europe) and clean. The beds were comfortable. The restaurant had really good French cuisine and friendly service. Our party got two rooms: one family room with a loft and a regular room, which we all liked. The hotel is across the street from the Notre Dame cathedral in town, which is especially good for travelers who want to go to mass on Saturday evening or Sunday. The hotel is also only about an hour away from Le Mont Saint Michel. There was always at least one person who spoke English at the front desk.
One annoying thing about this hotel is that the lights automatically turn off in the hallways and sometimes while you are walking through. You just hit one of the several switches to turn the lights back on.
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Elizabeth ( Mature couple)
from Swadlincote , GB on December 22, 2008
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"This is our second stay and we loved it especially since we had a special rate!" (107865194)
A very friendly comfortable hotel, some english spoken, with a value for money informal bistro for buffet continental breakfast and if you do not want the formality and additional cost of the dining room every night. Right in the centre of picturesque Villedieu les Poeles with all its attractions for tourists. Highly recommended for a relaxing break and very central for Le Mont Saint Michel, the coast at Granville and sightseeing in basse Normandie.
The bathroom was a little shabby compared to the room above that I stayed in during October.
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Peter ( Mature couple)
from Dartington , GB on August 18, 2008
Room comfortable, although decor a bit dated. Room looked onto street so a bit noisy early in morning. Great value for money and good French breakfast. Great to have free internet access. Staff very friendly and helpful. Would definitely use again.
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Jamie ( Family with older children)
from Sheffield , GB on July 7, 2008
Good location, breakfast was fine. Clean.
Old-fashioned decor in room
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Brian ( Mature couple)
from Maldon , GB on March 30, 2008
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"A pleasant overnight stay, helpful staff, excellent restaurant, for gourmet dinner, good buffet breakfast (not included in price). Elevator to all floors. If being picky the garage (extra) wasn't up to much & was NOT secure. Average prices for this quality of hotel" (97071003)
Effecient friendly staff, nice hotel & room. Good check in/out windows.
Parking not secure.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on April 15, 2008
Good location in town, easy to find
Lots of stairs, no lift!
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Pearl ( Mature couple)
from Launceston , GB on January 27, 2008
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"we have knpwen the hotel for many years and always love our stay there. thankyou" (97405545)
Comftable
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Anonymous ( Family with young children)
on June 19, 2007
Excellent location. Lovely town. Hotel 'public' areas of good quality but typically French 'basic' bedrooms. Staff very helpful & speak good English
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Anonymous ( Same sex couple)
on May 18, 2007
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"The staff could not have been more helpful or polite. There were extra pillows as soon as we asked for them. The restaurant was attractive, and the food was good and fairly priced. Perhaps the biggest surprise was Villedieu La Poele itself. We had planned an overnight stay there purely for convenience on the way to Mont St Michel. In fact, the town is charming, typically French, with an interesting history and a very busy market on Tuesday morning that flowed from the market place in front of the hotel into all the side streets. Our overnight stay brought more interest and pleasure than we had expected." (99457499)
Bright, pleasant, comfortable.
The bath lacked both a hand grip on the wall and a rubber anti-slip mat in the tub itself. It was risky for an older person to climb in and out of the tub to take a shower.
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Kevin ( Solo leisure traveller)
from Rotherham , United Kingdom;GB on March 7, 2007
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"third time stay in this hotel, excellent discounted rate through this booking." (99076795)
easy to find hotel, in good village position, excellent restaurant and friendly and helpful staff.
no coffee or tea facility in room
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Anonymous ( Family with young children)
on November 2, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"Nice cosy hotel with a very good restaurant. Remember to bood a table, because the locals know it's good. We enjoyed our stay." (99220585)
Good family solution.
A bit noisy in the room. Radiators, elevator, traffic.
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Claire ( Family with young children)
from Newport , United Kingdom;GB on August 30, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"The hotel offers excellent value for money, the restaurant provided a wide choice of reasonable priced a la carte and set menus also included a children's menu. The food was of a high quality and the desserts were to die for, all made in-house. The rooms were of a good standard, spotlessly clean and so quiet (soundproofed). We only stayed one night on our way to through to Caen but would definitely recommend to friends and will return next year." (3304444083)
The hotel was very clean, comfortable and large enough for 4.
Only 2 towels provided for a family of 4
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on August 29, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"Staff polite and helpful. We didn't eat in the hotel restaurant but it was full every night, so I guess it must be quite good! The room was very nice - on two levels, with bedroom upstairs, bathroom and small seating area downstairs. The hotel is very central and Villedieu is a nice little town, centrally located for travelling to other sights and areas on the coast, and further south in Brittany. A special mention to the pizza restaurant Le Griphon, on the way out of the town, where we had am enjoyable evening in simple, rustical surroundings: no tourists, just a few locals, with enormous, hearty 'Norman pizzas' and a bottle of good red wine. Overall a lovely stay." (3305124809)
Centrally located, clean and comfortable
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Jacqueline ( Family with older children)
from Beckenham , United Kingdom;GB on August 25, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"a good hotel for visiting this lovely town. the whole experience finished off our holiday perfectly. parking is good, close and was free or you could pay 6 euros and have car locked over night (which is useful if you have luggage you dont want to take out). great market right outside hotel on tuesday morning, however double glazing is so good that it doesnt wake you before you want it to. breakfast wasnt included in the price, but it would have been nice if it had been." (3305148675)
nice rooms, nice hotel, nice and helpful staff, lovely town,
only complaint was that the hotel is quite dark, especially in the corridors and tea and coffee services were not avilable to all rooms, in fact there was no coffee in our room at all, only tea.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on August 15, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"I think your description was fine and gave us all the information we needed. I also e-mailed to cancel one of my bookings and this was dealt with efficiently and when we arrived at the hotel, the receptionist confirmed that this second night had been cancelled. It is a lovely hotel, in a lovely little town and we would have no hesitation in staying again, in fact we would possibly make a point of doing so. I have already recommended Villedieu itself to a friend who is looking for somewhere to visit for a day." (3304964837)
The seating in the bar was comfortable and the piano was a lovely touch. There was secure parking for our motorbikes. The service was very friendly.
The only one criticism was that there was a little odour in the toilet - it would seem that perhaps the carpet needed replacing as the actual toilet was very clean.
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Roger ( Mature couple)
from Wokingham , United Kingdom;GB on July 27, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"We arrived very late and asked for a meal. The meal was delicious, well served and the staff were very obliging at a late hour." (3305045453)
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Anonymous ( Family with young children)
on July 21, 2006
Room was large.
THe room was a little shabby, bed linens were torn.
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Helen ( Mature couple)
from Bristol , United Kingdom;GB on November 7, 2006
Convenience and proximity to local attractions
The room was initially cold. The decor is now looking very jaded and could do with refreshing.
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Brian ( Mature couple)
from Upper basildon , United Kingdom;GB on July 15, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"The hotel is in the centre of the town, and in very easy walking distance for most of the shops, cafes et al. This was good news for me as I have a walking disability! Take time to look through the small back streets and alleyways - there is a delightful collection of nooks and crannies to be found with a small amount of effort, and a boon to the keen photographer. The staff of the hotel are all very helpful, and most speak some English. However, they appreciate it if you do your best to speak French - you learn and they will laugh with you. Experience the dining room for lunch or dinner! The Chef will tease you taste buds and have you coming back for more. The wine selection isn't too bad either! Finally, right outside the front of the Hotel you have the town's Tourist Information booth, and one of the staff is English - so no problems there!" (3304807871)
The rooms were kept clean and tidy. The food was excellent.
The room was not Air Conditioned, and with very hot weather one had to keep open the windows: if, like us, you were next to the road, then the traffic noise from very early morning (0530 hours)was disturbing. (Add to that the fact that France had just won the Semi Final of the World Cup, and the local lads were driving around most of the night hooting their horns, then that is bad news!)
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Jan ( Family with young children)
from Reading , United Kingdom;GB on June 7, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"The hotel was bright and prettily decorated in a very central location near the motorway which makes it a good stopover hotel for anyone travelling. We arrived there after having had a very rough ferry crossing and it was a great relief to find the hotel easily and have a comfortable and pleasant place to sleep. The only suggestion I would make is that some tea/coffee making facilities would be useful. We arrived late due to the ferry being delayed and everything was shut." (3304685138)
It was one of the only hotels to offer a room to accommodate 4 people,which we needed with 2 young children.
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Anonymous ( Family with young children)
on June 4, 2006
A warm friendly greeting to tired and late arriving travellers!
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Michael ( Solo business traveller)
from Heathfield , United Kingdom;GB on May 11, 2006
Convenient location
No Tea/coffee making facilities within the rooms.
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Paula ( Family with young children)
from Woodbridge , United Kingdom;GB on April 26, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"It is a lovely small village; French speaking mainly in the hotel apart from one lady on reception that" (3304456006)
Accommadation was excellent, no problems, nice big spacious rooms, we had 2 double rooms and a family room 8 of us in all
Nothing.... Highly Rate the hotel
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John ( Group of adult friends)
from Spalding , United Kingdom;GB on April 25, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"I think the hotel was good value for money and very pleasant and comfortable. I cannot understand why it is not rated higher than 2 star because it was certainly not equivalent to UK 2 star. I would nave no hesitation in booking this hotel again and the staff were so friendly and pleasant they absolutely made our stay a memorable one." (3304184030)
the central location was excellent and the food was fantastic.
The rooms looked a little in need of decoration but it was clean and well laid out.
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Ivor ( Family with young children)
from Rugeley , United Kingdom;GB on April 25, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"The whole stay was very good. Arrival was efficient and friendly. Our room was comfortable, well presented and spotlessly clean. Staff were always polite and helpful. Food was of excellent quality. When we revisit Normandy we will certainly consider staying at Le Fruitier again." (3304437596)
Comfortable room, spacious and immaculately clean.
Non availability of coffee and tea making facilities in the room
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David ( Family with young children)
from St clement , United kingdom;GB on April 19, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"adequate info given" (3304262369)
Plenty room, not couped up. Did not have to unroll the settee each night for another bed
Could have done with a wardrobe upstairs, only 1 downstairs
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Anonymous ( Family with young children)
on April 17, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"The hotel was right in the center of town (next to the Tourist Office with ample free parking across the street. A parking garage was also available for a small fee. Very convenient! We are a family of 5 (2 adults & 3 kids) and we had a family room with enough beds for everyone (the staff brought in the extra bed as soon as we arrived). The staff was very friendly and they all spoke some English or German, as well as French." (3304484926)
The hotel was right in the center of town with ample free parking across the street. A parking garage was also avaiable for a small fee. Very convenient! We are a family of 5 (2 adults & 3 kids) and we had a family room with enough beds for everyone (the staff brought in the extra bed as soon as we arrived). The staff was bery freindly and they all spoke some English or German, as well as French.
The small room with the toilet had a carpeted floor. It smelled of urine. The carpets needs to be cleaned or removed.
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Ifor ( Mature couple)
from Rochester , United Kingdom;GB on February 22, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"The dining room and bar in the hotel were very nice and welcoming. We liked not only the hotel but the town was interesting and friendly. Not too far to drive to Mont St. Michel." (3304244270)
Friendly service
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on February 18, 2006
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"We arrived after the hotel closed and the service for entrance was superb and trouble free, we booked a superior room and were disappointed there was no tea making facilities, or room safe, when we brought this to the attention of the staff they immediatly rectified the problem. Overall stay was very comfortable, clean,food was superb. Can recommend this hotel and would go there again." (3304234804)
Central Location to our business
None
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Richard ( Family with older children)
from Aldershot , United Kingdom;GB on October 31, 2005
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"Good all round performance on behalf of the hotel." (2819030)
Lay out of rooms and facilities
Service in restaurant
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Karen ( Family with older children)
from Waterlooville , United Kingdom;GB on September 6, 2005
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"Good, however although you get a confirmation at the booking time, there is not other contact until you arrive. A confirmation email and possibly location details would have been a good idea 2-4 weeks prior to arrival." (2121841)
Central location, easy access to ferry ports
Bathrooms. We booked a family suite, however only were given towels for 2.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on September 1, 2005
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"Hotel was easy to find, they have a garage which could be improved in order for the several cars to gain access more easily. The restaurant provides excellent food with lots of choice, and we would definitely return." (2202516)
Lovely town, shops, etc. great atmosphere
Rooms could be a bit larger but it was adequate.
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Anonymous ( Mature couple)
on August 10, 2005
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"i would have liked to have known that breakfast was not included in the price." (2595365)
conveniently situated.
refreshment facility in room.
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on July 4, 2005
Excellent location clean and simple excellent value for money
Improvement of internal decor
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Peter ( Group of adult friends)
from Thetford , United Kingdom on June 11, 2005
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"i booked this accomodation on line and didn't quite know what to expect. on arrival we were greeted civilly and when we went to our rooms we were more than satisfied. the help the staff gave us was good and the food and table service was first class." (1993170)
one of the best hotels we have stayed. the accomodation and food were top class.
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J ( Mature couple)
from Maidstone , United Kingdom on May 12, 2005
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"Hotel is is in a very attractive little town that caters for most things. Only a couple of minutes drive onto the Auto route (Rennes-Caen).Hotel garage is a little cramped but there is plenty of parking in the large municipal carpark opposite the hotel and it is free. Surrounding country is very attractive and you can drive to D Day beaches within 1 hour, Bayeux is only 40 mins and worth a visit. Hotel appears very popular with the locals who seem happy to chat to you and makes for a pleasant atmosphere." (2186043)
Staff very friendly and helpful. Evening meals excellent.Good choice continental breakfast.
I would be hard pressed to think of a bad point.
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Sylvia ( Family with young children)
from Bruxelles , Belgium;BE on May 10, 2005
Hôtel-Restaurant Le Fruitier, Villedieu les Poeles - Reviews & Ratings"The room is clean & spacious. I think they need to replace the old toilet though. The staff is friendly and the restaurant is excellent! The town is about 45 min from le Mont St. Michel. There is not much to see around the town." (2236433)
The room is clean & spacious. The location is good and the restaurant is excellent!
The furniture is old. The toilet works, but requires some technics.....
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Anonymous ( Young couple)
on May 9, 2005
verry good for a 2 ** hotel
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