Balthazar Hotel & Spa Rennes MGallery by Sofitel Hotel

This was my second stay at this hotel and I was glad to see that things had mostly changed for the better. Gone were the very dark decor and black floors, but the excellent bar and restaurant have maintained their high standards. I was a bit disappointed to see that the smaller site had disappeared from the bar menu as I looked forward to those after a day at work and as a result only more expensive options are available. The restaurant, also on the expensive side (EUR28 for breakfast?), served amazing food of universally high quality. The staff is always exceptionally friendly and helpful even when I presented them with a pile of washing prior to a public holiday. This is one of my favorite places to stay, just don't tell too many people! Nothing more I could ask for just continue giving guest the great service that you provide.

The staff was excellent at this hotel - from the moment I arrived until I departed I felt like a cherished guest. My room was on an upper floor and very quiet, just like I had requested. It had all the amenities I needed including coffee maker and tea kettle, free water and juice, plus welcoming gift of very tasty cookies. I dined at the hotel's restaurant and enjoyed a Prix fix modern French meal of two light courses of perfectly cooked fish. Dessert was a rich but delicious chocolate mousse. The wine list had plenty of top notch wines including some in half bottles which I always appreciate when I travel solo. I didn't have time for the spa but it was offered to me for a complimentary hour if I had wished. I would definitely stay here again if I return to Rennes, despite car access being down a restricted road and locals gesturing at me to turn around. (The Hotel had sent an advance notice that access was permitted for hotel guests.) Once inside the hotel, all was perfect.