Au Moulin des Ecorces

Dole 47.08822600, 5.49893700 , 14 Allée Du Pont Roman (Show on Map)
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Summary of reviews'Au Moulin des Ecorces' is celebrated for its prime riverside location on the edge of the Doubs River, offering guests a tranquil retreat with sweeping views of the water and convenient access to the historic center of Dole. The perfect blend of nature and cultural immersion makes it an ideal spot for exploring the picturesque town with easy strolls and enchanting walks into the city’s heart. Visitors frequently laud the hotel's peaceful ambiance and top-notch amenities, which include a highly regarded restaurant.

The breakfast at 'Au Moulin des Ecorces' receives widespread praise for its variety and quality, featuring fresh, local and regional products. Guests enjoy a hearty spread that includes fresh fruits, local cheeses, pastries and homemade jams. While minor criticisms about cereal and tea selections exist and some mention a subdued lighting in the breakfast area, overall it’s deemed a satisfying and plentiful start to the day.

Dining at the hotel's restaurant is another highlight with diners appreciating the high-quality, flavorful dishes and the charm of the riverside location. The impeccable service and pleasant ambiance enhance the dining experience, making meals a memorable part of guests’ stays.

The rooms at the hotel are appreciated for their spaciousness, cleanliness and modern appeal, providing a serene retreat. Although some guests find the decor simple and the furnishings sparse, the overall impression is positive. The soundproofing adds to the comfort, leading to a peaceful stay. Occasional remarks about insufficient storage and minor maintenance issues suggest room for improvement, but these do not significantly detract from the general satisfaction.

Cleanliness is a bit more variable with most guests finding the rooms and establishment well-maintained, though some note areas that could benefit from more consistent cleaning standards. Despite this, the quality of the stay remains largely unaffected.

The staff at 'Au Moulin des Ecorces' are widely commended for their attentiveness and friendliness, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere. The welcoming nature of the staff, from reception to service, makes guests feel well cared for throughout their visit.

Comfortable beds ensure a restful stay, although a few guests encountered minor issues with bed configurations and comfort. Overall, the high-quality bedding contributes positively to the experience.

In summary, 'Au Moulin des Ecorces' excels in providing a serene, scenic retreat with excellent dining and hospitable service, making it a valuable choice for those seeking comfort and convenience in a beautiful setting.
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Small Hotel
This hotel is well-regarded for family stays. It provides a cozy atmosphere and is appreciated for its charm.

3-Star Hotel
This hotel offers comfortable rooms with city and river views, a restaurant serving contemporary cuisine based on local products, and a convenient location near the city center. Guests appreciate the cleanliness and the riverside location.

Family Friendly Hotel

Dog Friendly Hotel

Room Types
Double Room The double room offers air conditioning, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

Twin Room The twin room provides air conditioning, a wardrobe, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath or a shower and a hairdryer. Rooms on the upper floors are reachable by lift. The unit offers 2 beds.

Guest Reviews
8.0
Very Good
Location
Nestled on the edge of the Doubs River, 'Au Moulin des Ecorces' boasts an enviable location that draws praise from visitors for its proximity to the charm of Dole. The serene riverside setting provides a tranquil retreat while remaining just a short walk from the historic center. Guests appreciate the ease of access to the town center with many noting that a scenic footbridge offers a pleasant 5 to 10-minute stroll into the old town. The hotel’s peaceful ambiance is complemented by its scenic views of the Doubs, making it a picturesque spot that blends natural beauty with convenient urban access.

The geographical placement of the hotel is ideal for those looking to explore Dole with its romantic riverside location giving way to enchanting walks into the city's heart. This prime location not only provides stunning vistas but also connects visitors directly to historic sites and local attractions, including the performance venue la Commanderie. The combination of quiet surroundings and central accessibility strikes a perfect balance, allowing guests to immerse themselves in both nature and culture.

Moreover, the beauty of the hotel’s setting, alongside top-notch amenities like a well-regarded restaurant with superb views and attentive staff, enhances the overall experience. Visitors consistently highlight the great value offered by 'Au Moulin des Ecorces', making it an attractive choice for those seeking comfort and convenience in a splendid setting. Whether for a relaxed riverside escape or a cultural foray into Dole's storied past, this hotel's location stands out as a significant advantage.

Breakfast
At 'Au Moulin des Ecorces,' guests consistently commend the hotel's breakfast offerings. The breakfast experience is often highlighted for its freshness with many appreciating the use of local and regional products. The varied buffet includes a variety of delicious options such as fresh fruits, local cheeses, pastries and homemade jams, providing both salty and sweet choices in abundance. The breakfast is described as rich, hearty and plentiful, often exceeding expectations with its quality and presentation.

Coffee lovers are particularly pleased, noting the good quality of coffee served. Despite the predominantly positive feedback, there are occasional mentions of limited choices, particularly in terms of cereals and tea selections. Some guests also miss having scrambled eggs. Nevertheless, the breakfast is largely seen as worth its cost and a great way to start the day with the organization and appeal maintained even during challenging times like the COVID-19 pandemic. Some minor criticisms include the lighting in the breakfast area, which can be overly subdued. Overall, the breakfast at 'Au Moulin des Ecorces' is highly regarded for its variety, quality and satisfying offerings.

Dinner
Au Moulin des Ecorces offers guests an exceptional dining experience. The restaurant garners high praise for its excellent and high-quality food with many noting the taste and richness of the dishes. Diners appreciate the pleasant ambiance and the beautiful riverside location, adding to the charm of their meals. The service is often described as impeccable, contributing to a positive overall experience.

The breakfast at the hotel also earns accolades for its variety and quality, offering both salty and sweet options in abundance. Guests frequently highlight the exceptional breakfast selection.

While the majority of reviews are highly positive about the food and dining experience, there are a few mentions of the restaurant not entirely matching the high standards of French cuisine and a couple of reviews note the dining room ambiance and lunch prices as less ideal. However, these comments are rare compared to the overwhelming satisfaction expressed by most guests.

Overall, the combination of delightful meals, a scenic and serene location and attentive service makes dining at Au Moulin des Ecorces a memorable part of the stay.

Rooms
Nestled in a well-located spot, the rooms at 'Au Moulin des Ecorces' have become a focal point of guest experiences. The overwhelming consensus highlights the spacious nature of the rooms, often emphasized with words like large, generous and big. The size extends to the bathrooms, offering ample space for a comfortable stay. Cleanliness is another recurrent theme with guests frequently noting that the rooms are neat and tidy.

Comfortable, quiet and modern, the rooms offer a serene retreat with soundproofing being a particularly appreciated feature. However, the decor seems to miss the mark for some, being described as simple and relatively impersonal. A few guests noted the lack of coziness and the sparse furnishing, suggesting that an addition of decorative accessories could enhance the ambiance.

While the storage options, including wardrobes, are cited as insufficient by several guests, the essential amenities are well-covered. The rooms are deemed very nice overall. However, a couple of reviews mentioned minor maintenance issues and comfort concerns related to air conditioning and window size.

In summary, the rooms at 'Au Moulin des Ecorces' impress with their spaciousness, cleanliness and modern feel, though a few enhancements in decor and storage could elevate the guest experience even further.

Beds
The beds at Au Moulin des Ecorces are generally described as comfortable and of high quality. Guests frequently highlight the comfortable bedding and great beds, ensuring a good night's rest. However, some reviews indicate that issues could arise with the bed configuration, such as single beds being pushed together when a large bed was requested. A few negative remarks include a bed that dipped in the middle, making it hard and an isolated comment about an itchy night in bed. Despite these occasional concerns, the overall sentiment towards the beds remains quite positive.

Cleanliness
At 'Au Moulin des Ecorces', cleanliness appears to be a mixed experience based on guest reviews. Some visitors appreciate the hotel's overall cleanliness and specifically highlight the impeccable cleanliness of the rooms and the quiet atmosphere. However, there are notes of inconsistency as some guests have mentioned cleanliness issues and specific points of concern, such as faulty and dirty mosquito nets. While many find the establishment and rooms clean, a few comments suggest that the cleanliness could be improved to ensure a consistently high standard for all visitors.

Staff
The staff at Au Moulin des Ecorces are widely recognized for their attentiveness and friendliness. Guests have consistently praised the very attentive and warm welcome provided upon their arrival. The junior staff are particularly pleasant and overall, the team is both very accommodating and kind. Smiles seem to be a common feature of the welcoming process, creating an inviting atmosphere.

Many guests appreciated the exceptionally attentive service, emphasizing the evident delight the staff have in their roles. Despite a few reports of colder interactions and some logistical issues with check-in times, the primary focus remains on the generally positive and friendly nature of the staff, from welcoming guests to providing assistance throughout their stay.


No, Au Moulin des Ecorces doesn't have any pool.

No, a spa isn't available at Au Moulin des Ecorces.

Yes, Au Moulin des Ecorces welcomes dogs.

No, parking facilities aren't available at Au Moulin des Ecorces.

No, Au Moulin des Ecorces doesn't have a gym.

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