Facing the Opera house in the very centre of Nantes
and reached by way of an imposing vaulted entrance which is immediately trumped by the awesome foyer of the hotel. There is a pleasant bar and locally reputed restaurant, "l'Opéra". All 74 individually styled rooms are en suite with hair dryer and decorated in Louis XV or XVI styles. Buffet breakfast.
One child under 12 says free if sharing with parents (breakfast payable directly to hotel).
Midweek supplement: £13 (except during August)