【Four-Star Hotel in Le Mans】Stayed at a hotel in the city famous for its race and did some sightseeing.
🏨 Convenient hotel for sightseeing in Le Mans! Here’s a review of Leprince Hotel Spa, BW Premier Collection and an introduction to the surrounding area.
💰 Price & Value
• High satisfaction considering the price! City tax is also cheap.
• However, the rooms are small and dark, and there are no bathrobes or bathtubs 🛁💦
• The room quality is more like a three-star level by Paris standards.
🚗 Location & Access
• Convenient for those traveling by car with free parking!
• Easy access to the old town, perfect for sightseeing 🏰✨
👩💼 Staff & Service
• The front desk staff are kind and responsive 😊
• The Nespresso and water in the room are delicious ☕ and free.
⚠️ Points of Concern
• The room is dark, and it could use more brightness 🕯️
• A bit cramped
📌 Overall
Convenient as a base for sightseeing! The rooms are clean and tidy, and there’s no better choice for sightseeing in Le Mans.
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🏎️ What kind of city is Le Mans?
Le Mans is a historic city in the Pays de la Loire region of western France. It is especially famous as the venue for the 24 Hours of Le Mans endurance race, making it a holy place for motorsport fans 🏁🚗💨
🏰 Highlights
• Old Town (Cité Plantagenet): A beautiful area that retains a medieval atmosphere
• Le Mans Cathedral: A magnificent Gothic-style church ⛪
• Le Mans Museum: A spot where you can learn about the history of the race
We visited the Porsche Museum! There were hardly any people, so we could take as many photos as we wanted 😉 Plus, it’s free and super clean!
🚆 Access
• About 1 hour by TGV from Paris Montparnasse Station 🚄✨
• About 2.5 hours by car from Paris 🛣️
🔴 About Safety
Le Mans is relatively calm in tourist areas, but there are pickpockets and petty crimes around the station, so be careful when moving around at night 🚨🌙 When we walked around, we saw many homeless people, and there were security guards in the supermarkets... it felt a bit unsafe!
Summary
Le Mans is a unique city where medieval streets and motorsport culture blend together. It’s easily accessible from Paris and is recommended for those interested in history and racing! 🏎️✨