Ibis Cambrai

As the title suggests, we used this as a Base to explore the Somme. Well priced for the quality of the hotel. The rooms were a decent size and had everything you need, but feels a bit tired and could do with a bit of a face lift. The staff are really friendly and helpful, but they are run ragged at busy times, trying to run reception, the bar, and serve in the restaurant, mostly with only two of them. We ate in the restaurant at the hotel one night, it was okay but not great. Breakfast was your standard continental, with scrambled eggs and bacon, but they rellay seemed to struggle keeping food topped up and busy times.

As expected Small basic room. Good bed. Quiet area. No Ac but was not needed in June.

If you just need a bed with clean sheets and a bathroom, this IBIS will do. It is close to the motorway but still quiet and parking is in front. Dinner and breakfast however was terrible. Dinner: orders mixed up, food arrived after more than 1 hour either cold or burnt. The fries were a greasy mushy substance. Many guests complained. Breakfast: no plates, no cutlery, the tiny tray of cold cuts was always empty. Tasteless pre-packed cheese was the option, also pancakes tasted of nothing. Staff: friendly people, quick check-in, the waiter was hopelessly oberwhelmed. We stay at Accor/IBIS a lot but this was our worst experience yet.

Ideal stop on the way to or from the Calais ferry/Eurotunnel. There is a safe free car park. The rooms are simple but clean. Buffet breakfast and there is a restaurant and bar. Mostly a very warm welcome from staff