Hotel Libera Caen Colombelles

We were in the area to visit DDay sites. This was a perfect location with easy access to the beaches of Normandy. Out of the city of Caens and all the noise and traffic. I used Google maps to find the hotel and as we drove in to the neighbourhood I doubted my choice of hotel. It’s very residential and all the housing and the hotel as well look like stacked cubes. But we couldn’t have been more pleased. Very helpful staff member took us to our room, switched the system from ‘heat’ to A/C. He said the nights were cold. 9C. I don’t think so! The laundry room is closed but he pointed across the street to the Super U grocery store. There is a 24/7 outside laundromat there which we took advantage of. Our room had a queen size bed and a twin bed around another wall. Kitchenette with refrigerator, 2 burner stovetop, microwave, dishes, 2 pots and enough cutlery to have meals in your room. So much storage by twin bed - open cubicles. Large bathroom with great shower. Being on the ground level of the 2 story complex, we had an outside patio rather than a balcony. There’s plenty of parking including EV chargers, wonderful breakfast buffet for €11.90. We were so relaxed here after busy days touring around. As I said when we were checking out - ‘this is one of the best places we’ve ever stayed’. Don’t let the drive in dissuade you!

Arrived late from ferry, about 15 minutes drive to the hotel. Good amount of parking with EV chargers.....welcome and very friendly reception staff. English spoken. The hotel site has an industrial vibe with motel style rooms. 24/7 reception is a plus due to location! The room was spacious and clean with good ensuite facility, air-con, and tea/coffee if needed. The beds were a little on the firm side for us, and the linen would benefit from being crisp white! But that's a personal opinion...but it was all clean and tidy. The bar was comfortable and open for late arrival drinks and pet friendly. The breakfast was all good!