Situated in a renovated 18th-century mansion, the Oceania Hotel de France in Nantes makes a strong statement from the moment guests arrive in the light-filled lobby. With its arched doorways, bold designs and colours, ornate chandeliers, and comfortable armchairs, this four-star hotel conveys an atmosphere of refined elegance. My room, overlooking the quaint back streets of Nantes, was spacious, featuring a separate bathroom and walk-in shower, a flat-screen TV, and excellent Wi-Fi. The hotel’s 72 bedrooms, each with individual décor, are categorised into Comfort, Superior, Deluxe, and Prestige categories, with Room 107 designed by prize-winning painter Justin Weiler.
Oceania Hotel de France has a central location in Nantes, making it an ideal base for all types of travellers. Just around the corner lies the beautiful Place Graslin, celebrated for its elegant 18th-century architecture and the spectacular Passage Pommeraye, a glass-roofed Art Deco shopping arcade, is only a short stroll away. Also within walking distance are the Natural History Museum, Saint-Nicolas Basilica, and the scenic promenades along the banks of the Loire River.
For guests who value sustainability and wellness, the Oceania Hotel de France holds the Clef Verte (Green Key) label, the first sustainable tourism certification for tourist accommodation and restaurants. The hotel also welcomes pets for a modest extra fee and provides access to a small fitness centre. Each morning, a generous breakfast buffet offers a wide selection of hot and cold dishes, including breads, cereals, and juices. With more than two hundred restaurants within 500 metres, lovers of local cuisine are spoilt for choice. In the evenings, the hotel’s intimate bar, with its quirky zebra patterns, is ideal for a cosy cocktail at the end of a busy day of sightseeing.
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