With very friendly, polite and helpful staff together with it's central location the Esperance is a good place to stay. Although the rooms are on the small side - especially the bathroom - they are kept clean and provide the necessities of a hotel - a comfortable bed. As part of a coach tour we had menus which I presume... More

A family owned hotel, the staff are very helpful and rooms small but nicely decorated and comfortable. I went with my elderly father and they got a wheelchair for him to use whilst we were there. Although not well adapted for the disabled (no ramps etc) they carried the wheelchair up and down the stairs for us and arranged a... More

As a transit stop this is a good value,central, comfortable and presentable hotel. Rooms are small but adequate (shower room but no tub). .A gratis safe is a comfort though Lisieux is a peaceful and secure spot. The hotel's location is good (although a street side room can be a bit noisy) and most attractions are within easy walking distance.... More

The Grand de l'Esperance in Lisieux, France immediately attracts the visitor. Walking up the few steps and pushing open the door of its elegant entrance brings the guest to a warm greeting at the welcoming desk. The key to your room is presented. The restful color in newly decorated rooms helps overcome jet lag and begins a vacation or pilgrimage... More

Don't expect any comfort from this hotel. It is 2 star and very basic. On a trip to Lisieux with my mother and aunt to trace the footsteps of St. Therese we booked this hotel online seeing pictures of nice looking rooms and we were expecting it to be basic enough. However on arrival, the snooty manager checked us in,... More

The building looks lovely on the outside but on entering it is without atmosphere. Our room on the fourth floor bore no resemblance to the photographs on the web but it was clean and functional. We were awakened throughout the night by the lively mice in the attic. This activity increased when the pigeons began playing on the roof in... More

A large hotel with a family-run atmosphere, this really is a good place to stay! Centrally situated, very welcoming, comfortable rooms and a very good restaurant. Groups are well catered for from the initial enquiry to the actual stay. Particular requests are efficiently handled, the staff feel committed, and look after their guests with a personal touch – none of... More

Our Group of 32 Maldon Cavaliers and Ladies Luncheon Club,all of a Mature Age (Ave late 60s) stayed at this delightful Hotel for three nights. It is a typical three star hotel with clean comfy rooms and a good varied menu. The food was usually HOT when served, not always found in Europe. The staff were exceptionally friendly and obliging.... More