Detective Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (682 reviews)
6, avenue George V , Étretat , fr

Children allowed

Facilities

Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Terrace
Family rooms
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
Safety deposit box
Fax/photocopying
Non-smoking throughout
Shared lounge/TV area
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Quirky decor
Friendly staff
Central location
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Lack of parking
Limited breakfast variety

Categories

Cleanliness
4
Numerous guests mentioned unclean conditions, including dust and stains in the rooms.
Service
10
Many reviews highlighted the helpfulness and friendliness of the staff.
Location
10
The hotel is centrally located, which was positively noted by several reviewers.
Room Quality
8
The room quality varied; some were happy while others found issues with cleanliness.
Amenities
9
Nice amenities like games and hot chocolate were appreciated, despite some cons.
Value for Money
9
Overall, many felt the unique experience justified the cost, despite cleanliness issues.
Food and Beverage
8.5
Breakfast was mentioned positively but with caution advised regarding timing.
Overall Experience
9.5
Despite noted issues, many enjoyed their quirky stay overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-20 21:31

Property Description

Unique Detective-Themed Decor
The Detective Hotel in Etretat offers a one-of-a-kind experience with its decor paying homage to famous detectives worldwide. Each room tells a different detective's story, adding a touch of mystery and intrigue to your stay.

Relaxing Amenities
Guests can unwind in the private garden, enjoy a cup of tea in the tearoom, or get lost in a book from the hotel's library. The perfect way to unwind after a day of exploring the city center and the nearby beach.

Prime Location for Exploration
Conveniently located near shops and restaurants, the hotel also serves as a great starting point for exploring Normandy's iconic landmarks such as the Bridge of Normandy and the historic D-day Beaches.

Experience a stay like no other at the Detective Hotel. Book now for an unforgettable adventure!

Important information:

Please inform Detective Hotel in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.
Please note that the hotel has no lift and some rooms are located on the third floor.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:30 AM
Airport code: CFR

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Parking

    No parking available.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 682 reviews
Cleanliness: 4
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 9
Value for Money: 9
Food and Beverage: 8.5
Overall Experience: 9.5
D
Duval couple fr
7
Pros:

Endroit pour dormir une nuit

Cons:

Pas de parking.
Tv peu de chaînes et les seules tres mauvaise réception des chaînes.
Le rabattant WC ne tient pas du tt ..

2025-11-05 via Nuitee
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Apolline couple fr
9
2025-11-02 via Nuitee
C
Carine couple fr
8
Pros:

Hotel original avec une déco individuelle dans chaque chambre. Bd, livres et jeux à disposition.

2025-11-01 via Nuitee
J
Josep family_with_children es
8
Pros:

Molt original la decoració

2025-11-01 via Nuitee
I
Isabelle family_with_children fr
10
Délicieuse nuit à Etretat, grand-mère et petit-fils.
Pros:

L’ambiance, les jeux de société, les livres dans la chambre, l’amabilité de la réception, le chocolat chaud en libre service !

2025-10-29 via Nuitee
D
Delphine family_with_children fr
8
Pros:

Hôtel original (bravo pour la porte cachée de la suite Arsène Lupin!) et confortable (literie)
Notre fils a adoré la salle de jeux (même si elle n'était ouverte qu'à partir de 11h-11h30 le matin ;-))

Cons:

Bon petit déjeuner (mais il vaut mieux y aller tôt si vous voulez avoir du choix ;-))

2025-10-27 via Nuitee
A
Alexis couple fr
10
2025-10-26 via Nuitee
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Túlio family_with_children br
8
Decoração primorosa e um mistério a cada canto, inclusive na suíte!
Pros:

É um hotel pequeno, estilo hotel-boutique. O quarto era amplo e confortável, com garrafas de água de cortesia. Ficamos na suíte Arsene Lupin e foi delicioso desvendar os mistérios no quarto e no hotel. Há também uma pequena área muito aconchegante com jogos, livros e chá e café à disposição e a noite aproveitamos bastante com nosso filho de 9 anos. O café da manhã é muito bom.

Cons:

Não tem estacionamento nem elevador, para subir com malas pesadas seria difícil, mas o simpático funcionário nos auxiliou, portanto não foi um problema.

2025-10-26 via Nuitee
L
Lena couple ru
6
Pros:

Находится в приятном месте. Хозяйка дождалась нас поздно вечером, подсказала где припарковать машину. Кровать чистая.

Cons:

Номер не соответствовал фото. Очень старый обшарпанный отель с огромным количеством маленьких предметов. В номере тоже много пылесборников. В целом пыльно и неаккуратно.

2025-10-12 via Nuitee
K
Krimo solo_traveller gb
8
Very pleasant stay in this quirky hotel. Staff were very pleasant.
Pros:

Central location

Cons:

No lift

2025-10-08 via Nuitee
couple at
10
Pros:

Wir hatten einen sehr angenehmen Aufenthalt. Das Personal war ausgesprochen freundlich und hilfsbereit. Das Hotel ist verschiedenen Detectiv und Krimi Serien nachempfunden und entsprechen ausgestattet. Immer wieder wird man aufs neue überrascht. Das Zimmer war sauber und gemütlich, sodass wir uns sofort wohlgefühlt haben. Besonders gefreut hat uns, dass es genügend Platz für unsere Fahrräder gab. Wir können diese Unterkunft absolut weiterempfehlen.

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
C
Christian family_with_children de
10
Pros:

Hervirragende Lage, sehr nettes Team

2025-10-03 via Nuitee
K
kristinahX3542DB Family
4
Save yourself! Absolutely disgusting!!!!
Pros:

Grossest hotel ever! So dirty, unhealthy and DUSTY!!!! This was the dustiest, dirtiest hotel I’ve ever stayed in. Toilet was dirty, hair in the bathroom, mould in the shower, dark red stains blood tile in the bathroom. Dust absolutely everywhere children were sneezing both nights we stayed. Carpet covered in stains. Things left in the room from the previous guests.

Cleaning service never came to empty trash with diapers, no cleaning of the room or towel replacement. Carpet was so gross with stains and dirt and grim I made sure our children kept their socks on. Paper thin walls so not very appropriate for children when you have to explain the noises from the other rooms.

Just a complete nightmare. I did not want to touch anything. Smelled like mould. One lamp in each room we had to use our iPhone flashlights to find our clothes at night.

Website claims to have many things no present in the room. No toiletries we had to ask for soap and towels, no closet, etc.

We wanted to leave as soon as we got there. I can’t decide what was worse the smell, the dust, or the sanitation of the rooms.

2025-09-21 via Tripadvisor
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Carla solo_traveller nl
10
2025-09-19 via Nuitee
M
Mats couple se
7
Litet men funktionellt rum. Enkel frukost
2025-09-18 via Nuitee
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Liudmyla family_with_children ua
8
Pros:

Дуже зручне розташування готелю в центрі міста. Приємний персонал, цікаве оздоблення готелю в детективному жанрі. Безкоштовний чай, кава на протязі дня. Є ігрова кімната для відпочинку. Номер був чистий, все необхідне для комфортного перебування.

2025-09-18 via Nuitee
M
Maura family_with_children it
10
Il servizio ottimo . Pulizia ok. Per il resto il consiglio e’ di stare al gioco e di lasciarvi sorprendere da un’esperie
Pros:

Tutto. L’ambientazione a tema imprevedibile ma molto divertente e assolutamente sorprendente. State al gioco. Scoprite qualcosa di unico

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
M
Marc couple nl
10
Hotel vol verassingen in het prachtige Étretat
Pros:

Uniek hotel waarbij je je ogen uitkijkt en je wordt meegenomen in de detective series van vroeger. Zeer vriendelijke ontvangst èn verblijf om nooit te vergeten. Bijzondere ervaring!

Cons:

Niets!

2025-09-16 via Nuitee
F
Floris couple nl
10
Heel leuk hotel .Goede locatie. Sfeervol. Goed ontbijt. Fijn personeel.
2025-09-12 via Nuitee
H
Houssam couple fr
8
2025-09-12 via Nuitee