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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paolo • solo_traveller • fr
3
pas génial
Pros:

bof ,

Cons:

la douche qui pendouillai et qui ne tenais pas sur le support
il faut donc tenir d'une main et se laver de l'autre
pas top
l'environnement avec des odeurs nauséabondes à l'arrière d'un magasin de légumes

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Uwe • couple • de
10
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Frédéric • couple • fr
8
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Massimo • couple • it
8
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jerome • solo_traveller • fr
9
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luc • couple • fr
9
Pros:

Hotel comfortable
Chambre agreable lit de 160 avec très bonne literie. Bon petit dejeuner a prix raisonnable.

Cons:

Rien

2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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Sylvie • solo_traveller • fr
10
Pros:

Le calme le parking

2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Ghislaine et Jean-Pierre • couple • fr
10
Tres bon sejour
Pros:

Hôtel bien situé et au calme. Chambre spacieuse et salle de bain bien agencée. Personnel très agréable. Petit-déjeuner très varié

Cons:

Image télévision un peu floue parfois.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • fr
7
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Catherine • couple • fr
7
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Bernadette • couple • fr
7
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bernard • couple • fr
4
Ne mérite pas 3 Etoiles
Cons:

Douche vieillissante !

2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Mylaure01 • couple • fr
8
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Manon • couple • fr
10
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Yasmine Marianne • solo_traveller • fr
10
Wow!!Super équipe et hôtel au top
Pros:

L'équipe de l'hôtel est tout simplement adorable!Très accueillants et aimables,ils répondent à toutes les questions et s'assurent que les clients passent un excellent séjour.L'équipe de nettoyage est aussi adorable.
Les chambres sont grandes et très propres.Le lit très confortable.Et c'est très silencieux grâce au double vitrage.
La localisation est idéale car il y a une zone commerciale juste à côté et c'est à moins de 10km du port de Sète.

Cons:

N/A

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Magali • couple • fr
9
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Josiane • couple • fr
8
J ai été bien accueillie La chambre était simple mais propre La literie était bonne c est essentiel dans un hôtel
Pros:

Hôtel propre, pas bruyant. L environnement n est pas des plus attrayant

Cons:

Je n ai pas eu le temps de finir mon petit déjeuner que l on m a débarrasse mon plateau. J étais en train de me servir un café, La personne était pressée de rentrer chez elle

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Gérard • couple • fr
8
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Françoise • solo_traveller • fr
8
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Mika • extended_group • fr
8
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