Campanile Bordeaux Sud - Gradignan - Talence

value for money, location in quite neighbourhood. room with AC. excellent parking spot.

Family of 4 (2 young children) friendly reception, clean, small dining area but we had no problem being seated. Various menu options all buffet style. Either you chose just entrées (salads, rice, cheese, hams) & /or main, this evening was 3 different pastas, carbonara, pesto or bolognaise, and a dessert, again buffet style, brownie, rice pudding, fruits, small pastries. We opted for just entrees which was ample as could go back as often as we wanted. Kids had a kids menu, burger and chips, drink and dessert included, oh and a kiddie bag of activities. Glass of wine and a small beer, 40€. Big TV showing the Olympics.

Motel-style rooms with excellent service. The hotel we were staying at just before this one was brand new, but we had to change rooms 3 times due to technical or cleanliness issues. This one has basic rooms that are not new, but they're kept very clean, and everything works great -- powerful heating, nice bathtub with great water pressure, etc. Room is functional. As you'd expect from the Campanile brand, great attention is given to the food. They'll keep a fully stocked breakfast buffet even if it's just you there and minutes before the end. Breakfast has great variety: both crepes and pancakes, hot chocolate a decaf... We were surprised that a small hotel can offer so much. Additionally, great attention was given to the hygiene in the restaurant area -- tables and chairs being sanitised after each guest leaves. Location-wise, it's actually great wit a car: just off the motorways, and few minutes from the tram where you cark for free and get your whole group to the city centre and back for few euros (look up the "parc relais" deal... I parked at Arts et Métiers). Major malls are 10 mn away, and before you leave town you can buy cannelés at "la toque cuivrée" nearby. Cinemas and late night eateries also minutes away by car. The area is very quiet and nothing disturbed our sleep in the 3 nights we stayed there. Staff was super helpful and always cheerful (all of them)... If you've travel around France a little bit, you know it doesn't happen that often! Much recommended for road trips with friend or on business.

I had a fabulous friendly welcome from Genevieve, who loved sealing her English. Great sense of humour too. The food was great cooked by friendly Najat and served by Dira who was lovely. Even met the KP Gasar, also a lovely and friendly chap. The bedroom was air conditioned thank goodness and clean. Comfortable nights sleep. Plenty of choices for breakfast. Stayed here many times……..