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Hotel Le Cavendish: Traveler Reviews

4.0 of 5
11 Boulevard Carnot, 06400 Cannes, France
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Hay-on-Wye, UK
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5 reviews 5 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
“Excellent, small hotel with friendly staff”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 28, 2013

I've stayed here on several occasions whilst on business in Cannes over the past 5 years and I can't find fault with the standard of service, the welcoming staff, the slightly quirky, but very pleasant rooms and the wonderful old building... all make the Cavendish so much more enjoyable an experience than the soul-less designer attitude of the 'jet set' hotels on the Croisette (where I've also stayed). If I had to find fault, then it is situated on the busy Boulevard Carnot and yes the rates are slightly pricey - but EVERYWHERE in Cannes is. And the Cavendish is an easy 5-10 minute stroll to the seafront...

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  • Stayed January 2013, traveled on business
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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East Coast of Canada
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9 reviews 9 reviews
4 hotel reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
“Fabulous hotel with great service and a great location”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 25, 2012

We stayed here in October, 2012 while on our honeymoon and it was just beautiful. We had the rotunda room which was gorgeous with a beautiful balcony. The service was excellent and they went out of their way to make our stay very special. They left us a little gift of embroidered slippers with the name of the hotel and 2012 on them which was very nice. The hotel is just down the street from the train station and only about two blocks from the waterfront. We were there for five nights and it was very enjoyable. I would highly recommend this hotel.

  • Stayed October 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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West Sussex
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
“Perfect place for a weekend in Cannes”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed November 23, 2012

I booked this hotel for the weekend as a surprise for my husband's birthday, at the beginning of November. We had a great stay, loved the room with its semi-circular balcony and views to the south, almost to the sea. The staff were the most friendly I have ever experienced in France, and very helpful with every request. Their car valet service was marvellous as we could come in at any time and just hand over the keys. But a car is not essential by any means, as the hotel is very well located in short walking distance of La Croisette, Le Suquet and all the interesting shops of Rue d'Antibes.

It's a very interesting building, charmingly decorated. The staff have created a very good atmosphere, and serve an excellent breakfast with lovely freshly squeezed juice. When we stayed there were complimentary aperitifs served from 6pm which was a very welcome gesture and a nice way to start the evening.

  • Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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up state ny
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22 reviews 22 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
“Good start to holiday”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed November 19, 2012 via mobile

As to the review of the English "couple" on Nov.1, I could not find any of the above mrention problems!! The mention of bed Lice is completely unfounded. MOST people who make statements like this have other issues and want to be hurtful!
Our stay was a two days at the beginning of two weeks vacation, from the reservation to the check out all things were first rate. The room on the second floor was large,clean,bright and quiet. The buffet breakfast in the morning had plenty of selection, bread fresh, cheese just right. This hotel is located a matter of 10 minutes from the port, and the restaurants were every where. The building and it's twin we're of the late 1890, with the classic artneuvo period.A great place and would our first on return to Canne!!!

Stayed November 2012, traveled as a couple
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Southampton, United Kingdom
1 review
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Do not stay here !”
1 of 5 stars Reviewed November 1, 2012

My partner and i stayed at this hotel in September and had booked for 3 nights.When we entered the room on arrival there was food under a table, mould in 2 areas between the bath and the tiling, chipped enamel on the bath and a bracket holding the hairdryer on the wall was coming awayfrom the wall.

In addition, whilst in the room both my partner and i sufferred various flea type bites and these could not have been mosquitos as there were none in the room. Furthermore, on the first night the noise from the road below was continuous with vehicles, motorcycles, and also lorries which seemed to be loading and unloading and we therefore suffered the worst night sleep possible.

The following day and having had virtually no sleep we advsied the reception we were checking out.

The windows and doors in our room were in need of replacement and the french doors leading to the balcony would not close flush because they were old and a little warped which all in all didnt help the noise situation.

When checking out of the hotel the receptionist only comments were that there was no refund policy and that other people had also complained about the noise from time to time. Apart from those comments he really didnt seem bothered and was only interested in the fact taht the hotel would not refund the cost of the following 2 nights stay.

I did write to the hotel about our experiences but a month later we are still awaiting even an acknowledgement which clearly they cannot bother to do.

after leaving the hotel we went and checked in to another place on the Croisette and it was perfect.

Also the Cavendish is in a rough part of the town and didnt seem particular nice to walk through either by day or night. It didnt seem safe at night.

I have never done a review before but felt on this occasion i really had to say something. It was an experience from hell staying at the worst hotel i have ever stayed at .

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  • Stayed September 2012, traveled as a couple
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Location
    • 1 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
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ChristineWELTER, Propriétaire at Hotel Le Cavendish, responded to this review
November 5, 2012
Dear Sir,

First of all, It would have been important for me to meet with you upon your departure but as far as I know, you did not ask to meet with the management. I would have explained to you that you bought a non refundable package of 3 nights during a major event in Cannes.
Regarding cleanliness of the room, I am really surprised as all rooms are checked by my manager before each arrival and if you have a look on all other comments, no one is complaining on this subject .But it can happen and I would have been pleased to come into your room with you in order to check these details on the spot.
All windows are soundproofed and you even have shutters wich can be closed at night time to garantee a good sleep. Of course, as the hotel is located in the center of the city, you cannot let windows opened .
On another subject, all rooms are treated for bedbugs twice a year ( certificate can be sent ) and no problem of that type exists in our hotel. But this summer has been very warm and humid which means a lot of mosquitos on the French Riviera. Mosquitos are not in the rooms I agree with you as they hate air conditionning but they are outside everywhere .

Yours Sincerely
Christine WELTER
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Address: 11 Boulevard Carnot, 06400 Cannes, France
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Region: France > Provence > French Riviera - Cote d'Azur > Cannes
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Ranked #2 of 134 hotels in Cannes
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Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
First boutique hotel in Cannes: 34 rooms totally renovated by famous designer in a classified historical building downtown Cannes. Owners provide a very personalised service: homemade pastries and marmelades for great breakfast, free open bar each evening, turndown service with lavender oil on pillow and provence sweeties, partnership with private beach, valet parking service. ... more   less 
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