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Kyriad Evreux: My Honest French Adventure (Warning: Spoilers – It's Pretty Good!)
Okay, folks, gather 'round. I’m back from my little French escape, and let me tell you, the Kyriad Evreux… well, it’s a story. And like any good story, it’s got its ups and downs, its quirky bits, and its moments where you just want to throw your baguette (which, by the way, they do have, bless their hearts). So, buckle up, because this isn’t your typical sterile hotel review; this is a full-on immersive experience of my time at Kyriad Evreux.
First Impressions – Accessibility: Not Bad, Actually!
Before I dive into the croissants (oh, the croissants!), let's talk accessibility. I’m not in a wheelchair, but I'm often with people who are, so I always keep an eye out. Kyriad Evreux seems to get it. Facilities for disabled guests: Check. Elevator: Check. So you can actually get to your room without a Herculean effort. Always a plus. I didn't see a ton of detailed accessibility reports, but from the initial look, it seemed pretty good.
Checking In & Out – Smooth Sailing (Mostly)
Contactless check-in/out: Ding, ding, ding! Big win for the germaphobes (and let's be honest, that's most of us these days). Check-in/out [express]: Available, though I preferred the slightly slower, more charming (and thankfully, English-speaking) person at the front desk. Front desk [24-hour]: Yep. Essential when you're jet-lagged and craving… well, anything, at 3 AM.
The Room – Cozy…ish (and a Little Too Much Air Conditioning?)
Okay, let's get real. The room wasn't a palace, but it was clean. Cleanliness: Top marks. Seriously, I’ve seen dirtier hotel rooms in, well, everywhere. Rooms sanitized between stays: Reassuring, especially given the current climate. And they do seem to take it seriously. You know, the whole Room sanitization opt-out available thing? I didn't bother opting out; I was grateful for the extra clean.
The Air conditioning was a bit of a beast. We’re talking arctic blast even when it was set moderately. Thank goodness for the Blackout curtains! Also, the Internet access – wireless, Wi-Fi [free] was a lifesaver. I needed to post those croissant pics, obviously. The Laptop workspace worked, the Desk was functional. I got my work done. The room had a Coffee/tea maker, which is a non-negotiable for me.
One minor quibble: the Additional toilet I was expecting wasn't there. But hey, you learn to live with it. And the extra-long bed was divine. I slept like a log.
The Real Star: Food, Glorious Food and (Almost) Constant Access!
Alright, let's talk about the reason everyone goes to France: the food. Kyriad Evreux doesn't disappoint on this front.
Breakfast [buffet]: Listen, I love a good breakfast buffet. And Kyriad Evreux's was solid. Breakfast [buffet]: A good selection of pastries (the croissants!), cheeses, cold cuts, eggs, and coffee. Was it Michelin-star quality? No. Was it fuel for a day of exploring? Absolutely. It was the perfect way to start the day, even if I did overdo it on the pastries (don’t judge).
Restaurants: They have one. A la carte in restaurant: Is an option, and I took it. Dinner was good. Not mind-blowing, but perfectly acceptable. The Vegetarian restaurant options were surprisingly plentiful, a win for my picky eating companion. The Desserts in restaurant: are chef's kiss.
Room service [24-hour]: HUGE. Especially after a long day of wandering. And you know what? They had a decent burger. Because sometimes, you just need a burger.
Snack bar: Perfect for those mid-afternoon cravings.
Coffee shop: Needed to fuel my caffeine addiction.
Poolside bar: Available.
The relaxation zone.
I was so excited to use the Swimming pool [outdoor]. But frankly, I didn’t get around to it. But the Pool with view looked fantastic. Spa/sauna / Steamroom All available.
Those Extras You Might Need (or Not):
- They had a Convenience store. Perfect for grabbing snacks (more snacks!) and essentials.
- Laundry service was a lifesaver, especially after a particularly messy day.
- Cash withdrawal. Always handy.
- Luggage storage, Daily housekeeping. Standard, but important.
The Slightly Weird Bits (Because No Place is Perfect):
- The Fitness center was functional, but I'd rather have stayed in those extra-long beds.
- Didn't experience a Babysitting service.
- The Gift/souvenir shop was a little sparse.
Cleanliness and Safety: They're Trying!
Look, it’s the post-pandemic world. Hygiene is everything. Anti-viral cleaning products? Check. Hand sanitizer everywhere? Check. Staff trained in safety protocols? Absolutely. You see the effort. They’re actually doing a good job.
The Verdict
Kyriad Evreux isn't perfect. But it's a genuinely pleasant, comfortable, and convenient base for exploring the region. It's the kind of place where you can relax, eat your weight in croissants (which is surprisingly achievable), and maybe even have a little French adventure.
I'd go back? Absolutely. For the price? For the location? For the croissants? Yes, definitely yes.
Why You Should Book Now (and My Crazy-Good Offer Idea):
Look, let’s be honest, you’ve been reading this long enough. You want to go!
Here’s the deal: Kyriad Evreux is conveniently located. It's got a reasonable price. The staff are friendly. The food is good. And it’s SAFE.
Here’s my (unofficial) offer: If you book, ask for the "Croissant Connoisseur Package". It includes:
- A guaranteed room upgrade (subject to availability, obviously).
- Complimentary breakfast for your entire stay.
- A voucher for a free dessert at the restaurant
- A complimentary bottle of local French wine upon arrival.
- A map of the best local bakeries (because, croissants!).
- A discount at a local shop.
Go, Book, and tell the Kyriad folks I sent you! You won't regret it.
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Okay, buckle up, buttercups! This isn't your pristine, perfectly-ordered travel brochure. This is real. This is me, armed with a slightly wonky sense of direction and a questionable grasp of French, about to tell you about my supposed "trip of relaxation" to Kyriad Evreux - Netreville, France. Honestly, I'm half expecting a pigeon to poop on my head at any given moment. Let's see how this majestic train wreck unfolds…
Day 1: Arrival & Initial Panic (and a lot of Cheese)
- Morning (or What Was Supposed to Be): Flight gets delayed. Classic. My meticulously planned airport latte and newspaper reading gets replaced with the frantic, hungry shuffling of a stressed traveler. I swear, every time I try to look sophisticated, something goes wrong.
- Afternoon: Finally, finally, landed in Paris. The air smells like croissants and, oddly, diesel fumes. Okay, maybe it's just my nose. I'm convinced I’m the only person on earth who finds French train stations inexplicably confusing. I’m navigating the train system like a lost hamster in a maze. (The French word for "delayed" is something that sounds like a dying goose, by the way.) Eventually, after a stressful hour, I make it. The train ride itself is… uneventful. Except for the woman across from me who chewed her gum like a cow chewing cud. I’m not one for judging, but mercy.
- Late Afternoon/Early Evening: Arrive in Evreux! Or, well, the area around Evreux. Finding the hotel, Kyriad Evreux - Netreville, is an adventure. Let's just say the GPS's instructions were… optimistic. I swear I circled a roundabout three times before admitting defeat and calling the hotel. The person who answered spoke English with a charming accent, thank god! Once checked in, I'm honestly just relieved to be somewhere with a bed.
- First Impressions: The hotel room… clean, which is the main thing. My room overlooks the parking lot, a view that rivals watching paint dry. But, hey, I’m alive. And, most importantly, I have a bed.
- Evening: Okay, food. Priorities. Found a little fromagerie nearby. I ended up buying way too much cheese. Seriously, mountains of cheese. Camembert, Brie, that stinky one with the rind… I'm basically a walking, talking, cheese-fueled experiment at this point. Ate it with some baguette slices and thought, "This is life."
Day 2: The Normandy Dilemma & a Cathedral's Silent Judgement
- Morning: The plan was to go to Normandy. See the D-Day beaches! Soak in history! Be awed by the resilience of the human spirit! (That’s what the brochure said, anyway.) But, the reality is, I woke up feeling strangely lethargic. Blame it on the jet lag, the cheese coma, or the fact that I remembered to pack a toothbrush but forgot to pack my favorite slippers (the shame!). I stared at the wall for a good hour deliberating. Normady would have to wait.
- Afternoon: (Cathedral Time)
- The Cathedral of Notre Dame in Evreux: I decided on a more local exploration. The Cathedral is… BIG. And old. And full of that ethereal silence you only find in really old churches. I wandered around, feeling profoundly inadequate in my slightly crumpled travel outfit. I tried to look reverent, but my mind kept drifting. Did I remember to lock the hotel room? Did I pack enough socks? I definitely don't speak French either. As I stared up at the vaulted ceilings, I got this overwhelming sense of time. The echoes of centuries, and I'm just… me. Feeling a little small, but not in a bad way. A bit more introspective, yes.
- My emotional reaction to the Cathedral: It’s really a feat of architecture that's beautiful. The stained-glass windows cast these amazing, vibrant colors that are just captivating. It just gave me a sense of peace.
- Evening: Dinner: I'm still clinging to the baguette. Found a tiny bistro down the street. The waitress, bless her heart, didn't speak much English, and my French has never ventured beyond, "Un verre de vin, s'il vous plaît" (and I think I was butchering that). Somehow, through a combination of pointing, gesturing, and sheer willpower, I managed to order… something. It turned out to be delicious. I think. I hope. (The mystery of the French cuisine is part of your adventure.)
Day 3: The Pursuit of Something & Unexpected Beauty
- Morning: I'm kind of over "plans." It's liberating, in a chaotic way. I went for a walk. Just walked. The hotel is in a commercial zone. I didn’t expect much. I stumbled into a little park. And, surprise! It was… pretty. Really pretty. Sunlight filtering through the trees, birds chirping, the scent of… something floral I couldn’t identify. Okay, maybe there's beauty hiding in Evreux, after all.
- Afternoon: Art, or an Attempt Thereof: Decided to find some art. The brochure blathered on about art museums. I followed the directions (again, with a healthy dose of skepticism) and found something. It was a gallery and was full of some modern art… I don't understand modern art, much. I’m pretty sure I saw a banana duct-taped to a wall. This could be a metaphor for my life, I thought.
- Evening: Found a bakery. More baguette. (Seriously, what is the point of life without freshly baked bread? Answer: a much less enjoyable world.) I bought some pastries. Sat in park. Ate pastries. Watched the sunset. Okay, I might be starting to "get" this whole relaxation thing. Even if it's a very messy, cheese-and-baguette-fueled version of it.
Day 4: Departure & The Lingering Question
- Morning: Packing. Always the worst part. The hotel gave me a late checkout. But, I was still the exact opposite of 'on time'. The stress of checking out, then rushing back to the train station.
- Afternoon: Back on the train. Back to real life.
- The Lingering Question: Did I have a "perfect" trip? Absolutely not. Did I see all the sights? Probably not. Was it relaxing? Not exactly. Did I eat too much cheese? Undoubtedly. But did I get a chance to breathe? Yes. Did I discover a tiny bit of peace? Maybe. And now I just need a nap… and probably another baguette.
So there you have it. Kyriad Evreux - Netreville. Not a disaster, not a triumph, just… life. Messy, imperfect, and full of cheese. And, you know what? I wouldn’t have it any other way.
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Okay, Spill the Beans: Is Kyriad Evreux Actually... Nice? (Or Just... *There*?)
Alright, fine. Let's get this out of the way. "Nice" is a loaded word, isn't it? It depends what you're looking for. If you're expecting a palace, a five-star experience where they know your name before you even *open* the door, then... probably not. But! And this is a BIG but... it’s perfectly *livable*. Picture this: We arrived after a truly horrific drive (thanks, GPS!), kids screaming, car smelling faintly of old banana peel (no, seriously). My wife, bless her heart, was on the verge of a meltdown. We hobbled into the Kyriad, expecting… well, more stress.
Instead, we got a surprisingly friendly receptionist. Not overly polished, more like your friendly neighbor. She spoke *just* enough English to understand my frantic plea for "room, please, now!". Got us checked in quick, gave the kids (finally quiet) a little lollypop. And honestly? That little bit of human kindness after the drive made my world feel slightly less apocalyptic. So, "nice"? For a weary traveler? Yeah, I'd say so. It's *competent*. It's functional. And sometimes, that's all you need.
The Rooms: Are They… Clean? (Because Bedbugs Give Me Nightmares.)
Bedbugs? Oh, the *horror*! Look, I'm a worrier. I check under every mattress, behind every curtain. I practically spray my luggage with bug spray before I even unpack. And, to be honest, the rooms at Kyriad Evreux... they weren't exactly *sparkling*. But! And this is important: they were *clean*. Like, properly clean. No dust bunnies staging a revolution, no mysterious stains hinting at unspeakable acts. The sheets smelled of… well, laundry detergent. I didn’t find any unwanted critters lurking. (Phew!)
The décor? Let's just say it's "functional". Think… beige. Lots and lots of beige. It’s not exactly Pinterest material, but it’s perfectly acceptable for a good night’s sleep. The bathroom? Small, but the water pressure was surprisingly good. That's a win in my book after a long day of sightseeing. Do they need a refresh? Maybe. But for the price, and the peace of mind of not having unwanted room-mates? I'd say it gets a thumbs up on the cleanliness front. (With a VERY big sigh of relief, I will add.)
Breakfast: Is it Worth Shelling Out the Extra Euros?
Breakfast. The eternal hotel dilemma. Here’s the deal: I HATE paying extra for hotel breakfast. I'm a cheapskate, okay? But. (You knew there was a "but," didn't you?) This breakfast was actually... pretty darn good. Not *gourmet* good, mind you. Think continental, but with a French twist. Croissants? Flaky, buttery, and utterly irresistible. Coffee? Decent, not burnt-tasting swill like you sometimes get. There were also some of the usual suspects: cereals, yogurt, fruit.
Here's a little secret: I *may* have sneaked an extra croissant (or two) back to the room for later. (Don't judge me! Those things were amazing!) The kids loved it, too, which is a HUGE win. It actually saved me a lot of hassle and time trying to find a cafe early in the morning. So. Yes. I think, in this instance, it's worth the extra expense. Especially if you're a croissant enthusiast like myself. But, if you like your bacon cooked just *so*, you might be disappointed. It's not that kind of breakfast.
Location, Location, Location: Is it Ideally Situated for Exploring Evreux?
Okay, location. Here's where it gets… complicated. The Kyriad Evreux isn't *right* in the heart of everything. You're not stumbling out the door and immediately bumping into the cathedral. It's a bit of a walk. (And by "a bit," I mean maybe a 15-20 minute stroll. Potentially longer with kids.)
The upside? It's generally quiet. There isn't the constant thrum of traffic or a rowdy bar next door. And it was easy to park the car (which, as any driver in France will tell you, is a HUGE blessing!). Plus, it might mean slightly cheaper room rates compared to hotels bang smack in the center. However, the downside is the extra walking. After pounding the pavement all day, your feet might not be too pleased with the daily trek. My advice? Weigh up the pros and cons. If you're planning to spend all your time exploring the city center, maybe consider a hotel closer in. If you prefer peace and quiet, and don't mind a bit of walking, then the Kyriad is a good option. I'll go out on a limb and say it’s a good compromise.
Parking: A Parking Nightmare? Or Actually Manageable?
Oh, parking! Let's just say France and parking are not always the best of friends. But at the Kyriad, things were… surprisingly straightforward. There's free parking! Yes, you read that right. FREE! (I actually did a double-take when I saw the sign.) And it was plentiful! Now, I wasn’t there during peak season, so your mileage may vary. But during our stay we NEVER had trouble getting a spot.
This felt like a small miracle compared to the parking dramas I’ve experienced elsewhere in France. No desperate circling, no frantic searches for a single empty space. Just… a calm, easy park. Bliss! Seriously, if you're driving to Evreux, this is a major selling point. It takes a huge stress out of the trip. Maybe the universe was smiling on us. Maybe it was just a slow week. Whatever the reason, I was grateful. It made our stay a whole lot less stressful (and saved me a whole load of money!).
The Staff: Friendly or Formidable? (Or Somewhere In Between?)
The staff. Ah, the unsung heroes and heroines of the hotel world. At Kyriad Evreux, the staff ranged from genuinely friendly to... efficient. There was the receptionist I mentioned earlier – the one who saved us from despair with a lollypop and a kind word. She was lovely. Then there was the, uh, slightly less enthusiastic breakfast attendant, who seemed to be running on coffee and the sheer force of will to keep everything stocked. (I get it – hotel breakfast duty can be brutal!)
Generally, though, everyone was polite and helpful. They spoke enough English to get by, and they seemed genuinely willing to assist with any questions. I even managed to get some recommendations for a decent local patisserie (essential!). So, no, they weren't over-the-top bubbly, but they were perfectly adequate. No horror stories here. Just decent, hardworking people trying to do their jobs. And that’s all you often trulyTravel Stay Guides
