Le Vieux Cep

Cilaos -21.13610500, 55.47260900 , 44 Rue Saint Louis (Show on Map)
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Summary of reviewsLe Vieux Cep, nestled in the heart of Cilaos, is lauded for its exceptional location, providing a perfect base for exploring the region. Its central position allows convenient access to amenities, local attractions and the city center, all within walking distance. Guests are enchanted by the magnificent views of the surrounding mountains, including the Piton des Neiges, adding a magical touch to their stay. The cozy hotel is set in an exceptionally beautiful and green environment, ideal for relaxation. The heated pool and well-maintained gardens further enhance the guest experience, along with the friendly and accommodating staff, making Le Vieux Cep an outstanding choice for a comfortable and enjoyable stay in Cilaos.

The breakfast at Le Vieux Cep is consistently praised for its excellent quality and variety. Guests appreciate the hearty and substantial meals made from fresh products, often noting the wide range of options available. Although a few reviews mention a lack of local Cilaos specialties and some consider the cost high for a three-star hotel, the abundant and delicious offerings, along with the scenic mountain views, contribute to a reliable and enjoyable start to the day.

Dinner at Le Vieux Cep receives mixed reviews with high praise for the chef's typical dishes and themed buffet dinners. However, some guests feel that the menu lacks European options and that certain meals do not offer good value for money. Despite occasional critiques on pricing and service efficiency, the overall dining experience is positively regarded.

The rooms at Le Vieux Cep promise a comfortable and pleasant stay with many guests highlighting the excellent bedding, spaciousness, cleanliness and well-maintained condition. Some rooms offer beautiful terraces and splendid views and renovations and tasteful furnishings in some rooms are appreciated. However, a few drawbacks include smaller room sizes in some cases, occasional noise issues, lack of air conditioning and absence of mini fridges and bathtubs in superior rooms.

Cleanliness at Le Vieux Cep receives mixed feedback with many guests praising the hotel's clean and well-maintained appearance, comfortable rooms and clean pool area. However, some reviews point out issues with room cleanliness, such as dust and cobwebs and less-than-fresh bathroom towels. Overall, the sentiment leans toward a generally clean environment, though specific areas may require more attention.

Le Vieux Cep's exceptional staff is consistently praised for their friendliness, attentiveness and pleasant demeanor. Guests often mention the warm welcome they receive with the staff's kindness and helpfulness ensuring a comfortable and well-taken care of stay. The combined hospitality and service contribute significantly to the hotel's inviting atmosphere.

The beautiful pool area at Le Vieux Cep garners high praise, particularly for its heated pool, which is perfect for relaxation after a day of hiking. The pool area, complemented by stunning mountain views and a serene garden setting, stands out as a wonderful facility, ensuring a memorable stay for visitors.

In summary, Le Vieux Cep is an inviting and comfortable choice for travelers, offering a prime location, excellent breakfast, comfortable rooms, a beautiful pool area and outstanding staff, despite a few minor inconveniences.
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Hotel with Spa
While not explicitly detailed, its inclusion in a list of hotels with spa suggests it offers some spa facilities or services.

Family Friendly Hotel
Although specific family amenities are not detailed, its availability suggests it caters to a broad range of guests, including families. The comfortable environment is suitable for families.

Hotel with Parking
Le Vieux Cep provides free private parking on site for its guests. This hotel is set in a garden and offers various amenities, and the inclusion of free parking makes it a practical choice for visitors with cars.

Accessible Hotel
Le Vieux Cep is designed with increased accessibility, featuring an elevator and entire units that are wheelchair accessible. Specifically, three rooms are reserved for disabled guests. The hotel also boasts a heated swimming pool, hot tub, and sauna.

3-Star Hotel
This hotel features a heated swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, and spacious rooms with flat-screen TVs. It is set in a garden, offering a relaxing environment. The location is ideal and the staff is welcoming and attentive.

Hotel with Heated Pool
This hotel in Cilaos offers a heated swimming pool set within a garden, providing a pleasant environment for swimming. Further relaxation facilities include a hot tub and a sauna, contributing to a comfortable and rejuvenating stay.

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Room Types
Standard Double Room Offering a balcony with mountain views, this room features a parquet floor, a telephone and a private bathroom.

Superior Double Room Offering a balcony with mountain views, this room features a parquet floor, a telephone and a private bathroom.

Guest Reviews
8.0
Very Good
Location
Le Vieux Cep is celebrated for its prime location in the heart of Cilaos, making it a perfect base for exploring the region. Guests praise its central position, which places it conveniently close to all amenities, the city center and local attractions like the stadium and pond, all within walking distance. This cozy hotel offers a magnificent view of the surrounding mountains, including the Piton des Neiges, which adds a magical touch to the stay. The setting is described as exceptionally beautiful and green, creating a peaceful and quiet environment ideal for relaxation. The hotel's heated pool and well-maintained gardens further enhance the guests' experience. Combined with the friendly staff, Le Vieux Cep stands out as an excellent choice for a comfortable and enjoyable stay in Cilaos.

Breakfast
Le Vieux Cep offers a breakfast experience that is consistently praised for its excellent quality and variety. Guests frequently mention the hearty and substantial nature of the meals with fresh products and a wide range of options available, ensuring that nothing is lacking. The breakfast service is noted to be very good with a buffet style that includes diverse and complete selections. Diners appreciate the abundant and copious offerings, deeming them delicious and well-prepared.

While the breakfast is commended for being hearty and generous, a few reviews mention a lack of local specialties from Cilaos and some guests find the cost to be a bit high for a three-star hotel. Nonetheless, the overall sentiment reflects satisfaction with both the quality and variety with specific highlights including the scenic mountain views by the pool, which enhance the morning dining experience. In summary, breakfast at Le Vieux Cep is generally well-regarded, offering a reliable and enjoyable start to the day.

Dinner
Le Vieux Cep offers a mixed dining experience. Guests praise the chef for preparing typical, excellent dishes and several reviews highlight the restaurant's high-quality and delicious meals. The themed buffet dinners, such as the Indianny evening, are particularly noted for their variety and quality. However, some guests feel that the menu lacks options for European dishes and that certain meals do not offer good value for money. The service, while generally considered very good, has room for improvement with some diners experiencing long wait times. Overall, the dinner at Le Vieux Cep tends to leave a positive impression, despite occasional critiques on pricing and service efficiency.

Rooms
Le Vieux Cep offers a variety of room experiences that promise comfort and a pleasant stay. The rooms are widely praised for their comfort and excellent bedding, ensuring a restful night's sleep. Many guests appreciate the spaciousness and comfort of the rooms with some offering beautiful terraces and splendid views. The cleanliness and well-maintained condition of the rooms add to the appeal. Guests also highlight the renovations and tasteful furnishings in some rooms, enhancing their stay.

Despite the overall positive feedback, there are a few drawbacks. Some rooms are described as small, occasionally requiring guests to use the balcony for their luggage. Noise can be an issue in certain areas of the hotel, affecting the tranquility of the stay. Additionally, some rooms are not air-conditioned, which may be a consideration for those visiting during warmer months. A few guests also noted the absence of a mini fridge and bathtubs in superior rooms.

The hotel's central location, cozy atmosphere, heated pool and exceptional breakfast contribute positively to the experience at Le Vieux Cep, making it a comfortable and welcoming choice for travelers, despite a few minor inconveniences.

Beds
'Le Vieux Cep' consistently receives positive remarks concerning the comfort and quality of its beds. Guests highlight the comfort of the bedding, noting that it is particularly effective for winter. Many reviews emphasize the very comfortable beds and the large size, ensuring a restful sleep. The hotel offers excellent bedding, though one occasional comment mentions the bedding feeling somewhat old. The mattresses are generally soft, but a few guests have observed a lack of support. Overall, the comfortable beds at 'Le Vieux Cep' contribute significantly to a pleasant stay.

Cleanliness
Le Vieux Cep has received mixed feedback regarding cleanliness from its guests. Many have praised the hotel's clean and well-maintained appearance, noting specifically the very clean and comfortable rooms and impeccable standards. Several guests particularly highlighted the clean and well-kept pool area as a positive aspect. However, some reviews pointed out issues with room cleanliness, mentioning dust, cobwebs and a musty smell in certain spots. The bathroom towels also received some criticism for not being as white and fresh as expected. Despite these inconsistencies, the overall sentiment leans toward a generally clean environment, although specific areas may require attention to meet all guests' expectations.

Staff
Le Vieux Cep stands out for its exceptional staff, consistently praised for being very friendly, attentive and pleasant. Guests frequently mention the warm welcome they receive, highlighting the staff's kindness, helpfulness and dedication. The team is often described as superb, accommodating and always ready with a smile, ensuring that visitors feel comfortable and well-taken care of throughout their stay. The availability and attentiveness of the staff are notable at all times of the day, adding to the overall welcoming atmosphere of the hotel. Combining great hospitality with comfortable service, Le Vieux Cep creates a pleasant and inviting environment, making it a favored choice for travelers.

Pool
Le Vieux Cep boasts a beautiful pool area that garners high praise from guests. The pool, which is heated—particularly appreciated during the winter months—is perfectly suited for relaxation after a day of hiking. With lounge chairs and umbrellas readily available, visitors can comfortably bask by the water. The pool area also features stunning views of the surrounding mountains, creating a serene and picturesque environment. The combination of a warm pool and a beautiful garden setting makes it a standout facility at the hotel, ensuring a memorable and pleasant stay for all visitors.


Yes, Le Vieux Cep has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Outdoor Pool.

Yes, a spa is available at Le Vieux Cep.

No, Le Vieux Cep doesn't allow dogs.

Yes, parking facilities are available at Le Vieux Cep.

No, Le Vieux Cep doesn't have a gym.

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