We stayed two nights at Hotel le Cardinal in Rouen, which we found in the Rick Steves' France 2011 guide book. We had a small room with a standard double bed. It was pretty warm, and the hotel has no air conditioning. However, we were generally happy with it. Breakfast was good, and the staff was cordial. One definite concern... More

Simple, adequate, clean, tidy, staff happy and helpful, value for money, no complaints Fantastic location - take your earplugs and blindfold. the cathedral is 50 yards away and the bells are in use + street noise - people live in the city and rooms are above a bar/cafe. The rooms curtains are thin and cut narrow. Fine for one or... More

We had been touring Normandy and decided to stop in Rouen for the night and were worried that we had nothing booked and it was a French public holiday weekend. We came across the Cardinal by accident and worried that we would't find anything else didn't hesitate when they told us they had a family room for 4 on the... More

This hotel is in the very heart of the historic part of Rouen. The reception staff are very friendly and helpful and speak excellent English. The room is a good size and the bathroom is large with a shower in a huge bath.The high side of the bath might be a problem for someone with hip or knee problems. However... More

To wake up and see one of the worlds most famous Cathedrals just within touching distance is a treat in itself. Add to that a courteous and kindly management who just simply can’t do enough to make your stay pleasurable, well, that was just a huge bonus. A very small hotel nudging Monet’s much painted Rouen Cathedral, its humility belies... More

From our 4th-floor room (small, but comfortable and warm, with a little balcony) we had an amazing view of Rouen's lovely cathedral. Watching from so close the arrival of thousands of birds coming back to nest high up in the towers at sunset was a remarkable experience. As well as being so close to the Cathedral, this friendly hotel is... More

This is a very basic hotel. My room, opposite the cathedral, had a tiny balcony and desk. There was enough room to open my suitcase, etc. Breakfast was decent, and the owners very helpful. Parking was a few blocks away. More

Inexpensive, great bathroom but minimalist/spartan room. Looks out on the Rouen Cathedral. More

We really enjoyed staying here. The room was fairly big, clean, comfortable and the staff was friendly. The hotel faces the Cathedral and is close to restaurants and sights. Booking needs to be made by phone preferably in French but the reservation can be made in English too. More