We stayed at the Hotel Morand in March 2016, because the room rates were low and the location is…read moreexcellent. It is a few blocks from the train station, just yards from the Joan of Arc Tower, and a 10-minute walk to the city center.
Upon checking in, we met Gregory, perhaps the friendliest and most helpful front desk clerk I have ever encountered. He even offered us discounts at a restaurant and a nearby parking garage. The latter was most appreciated, cutting our overnight parking rate from 20 Euros to 7 Euros. Thanks, Gregory!
Given the low room rates, we expected the hotel to have dated furnishings. That was true, but it is also quite shabby.
The three of us stayed in two rooms: Room # 2 and Room # 6, the latter being the hotel's twin bed room. While our traveling companion had no complaints about Room # 2, I had a big problem with Room # 6. Just approaching the room, I could already smell mold. The bottom edge of the shower stall and shower curtain were covered in black mold. That really bothered me and left me with an uneasy feeling about staying there.
Less important than the mold, but also worth mentioning, is the layout of Room # 6. It's actually quite huge, but the space is poorly used. A big, empty armoire dominates the most usable wall. Meanwhile, the small desk is cluttered and jammed close to the bed; and there is no place to sit comfortably. They would do well to remove the armoire and replace it with a nice desk and chair. Guests would get more use from that setup. Of course, ridding the bathroom of mold should be their first priority!
The Hotel Morand has its good points: location, price, very friendly staff, and discounts at a nearby parking garage. But overall it's shabby, and Room # 6 should be avoided due to mold issues.