The Originals City, Hôtel L'Hippocampe, Sète Balaruc-le-Vieux

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The Originals City
7.9 (2903 reviews)
Centre Commercial , Balaruc-le-Vieux , FR

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
Pets allowed
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly, attentive staff
Good and varied breakfast
Convenient location close to motorway / Sète
Comfortable beds and good air conditioning
Spacious rooms
Suitable for short stays/stopovers
Cons:
Inconsistent cleanliness (reports of dirt, mold, bad smells, hairs)
Some bathrooms/showers are old or in poor condition
Parking not secured/closed
Noise from neighbouring rooms
Some advertised photos/room features not matching reality (e.g., missing fridge)

Categories

Cleanliness
6.5
Mixed impressions: several guests praise very clean rooms, but a number report serious issues (dirt, mold, bad smells, hairs, humidity stains) so overall cleanliness is below average.
Service
9.2
Consistently highlighted as a strong point: accueil chaleureux, personnel très sympathique et à l'écoute; staff repeatedly described as helpful and friendly.
Location
8.6
Convenient for stopovers and close to Sète and the motorway; located in a commercial zone (not glamorous) but praised for accessibility and practicality.
Room Quality
7.1
Many guests note comfortable beds, spacious rooms and good air conditioning, but some report old/worn bathrooms, unpleasant smells, and hearing neighbours — a mixed but slightly above-average room quality.
Amenities
7.7
Positive mentions for air conditioning and in-room coffee; negatives include non-closed parking, missing small fridge in some rooms, lack of shutters/volets — decent amenities with some gaps.
Value for Money
8
Frequently described as good price-quality and convenient for travelers (especially as a motorway stop); overall perceived as fair value.
Food and Beverage
8
Breakfast often praised as good, varied and copious by several guests; a few found it modest but generally a positive aspect.
Overall Experience
8.1
Overall positive for short stays and stopovers: many recommend the hotel for its welcome, comfort and practicality, though notable cleanliness and bathroom issues lower the experience for some guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-07 22:24

Property Description

Convenient Location
Located just 22 km west of Montpellier and a short drive from Sète, our hotel offers easy access from the A9 motorway, making it a perfect stop for travelers.

Comfortable Rooms
Enjoy a comfortable stay in our air-conditioned rooms equipped with modern amenities like TV Canal+/Satellite and free internet access. Wheelchair accessible rooms are also available upon request.

Delicious Breakfast
Start your day right with our full breakfast buffet served at convenient hours, ensuring you're fueled up for your adventures.

Experience convenience, comfort, and great service at The Originals City, Hôtel L'Hippocampe, Sète Balaruc-le-Vieux. Book now for a memorable stay!

Important information:

The hotel reception closes at 21h00 . Your room cannot be guaranteed after this time. If you plan to arrive after this time, please contact the hotel prior to your arrival.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MPL

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 2903 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.5
Service: 9.2
Location: 8.6
Room Quality: 7.1
Amenities: 7.7
Value for Money: 8
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 8.1
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Jean-Michel • couple • fr
10
Parfait
2026-09-20 • via Nuitee
J
Jean Carlos • solo_traveller • ch
7
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Valerie • solo_traveller • fr
10
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Bernard L'HOMME • couple • fr
10
Pros:

Le personnel, l’hotel, les prestations de manière générale même si nous n’avons pas eu à faire appel au repas proposés.

Cons:

Moins apprécié la proximité de la zone commerciale, situation peu valorisante, mais qui de fait n’à pesé en rien sur notre séjour (3 nuits).

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
A
ANTOINE • couple • fr
8
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Lidia • solo_traveller • fr
9
Pros:

Accueil très professionnel.
Grand parking

Cons:

Impossible d'ouvrir la fenêtre car beaucoup de bruit dû au trafic routier

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
G
girardin • couple • fr
8
Parfait
Pros:

Emplacement parfait,parking suffisament grand,petit dejeuner parfait bon acceuil.Pasr

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Lionel S.. • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
E
emmanuellesaintjean • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Personnels très accueillants hotel très propre

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
K
Karin • couple • nl
7
Goede plek terug naar NL
Pros:

Locatie

Cons:

Trap

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
P
Philippe • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
R
Renaud Martine • solo_traveller • fr
6
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
D
Damien • couple • fr
8
Pros:

Acceuil sympathique et chambre propre

Cons:

Rien

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
J
Judith • couple • fr
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
C
chanchan • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Très bon accueil

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Tom • couple • at
8
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • family_with_children • de
8
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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ML • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Kansas • solo_traveller • be
10
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
M
Madalen • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee