Hôtel Central

Now, I am usually quite open when it comes to places and always try to find the good but in this case it is rather hard. Either we just had a really bad room (but we saw a few before we got to chose) or I drastically have to lower my standards. Don't get me wrong, the location is great but given the fact that Annecy old town is very small and has plenty of hotels in its radius, this is clearly not a unique selling point. The gentleman who checked us in was very friendly and helpful, but that does not help the fact that the hotel rooms are old and tacky. First of all, be aware that you can only check in after 5pm, which makes it quite difficult after a long, tiring drive. We arrived at 2pm and had to walk around til then, exhausted and in the afternoon heat. The hotel does not have an elevator and if you travel for 3 weeks, suitcases are normally not feathers...||The rooms are old and not well maintained....some even seem to have sharing toilets in the hallway...the interior is a collection of outdated things some may refer to as nostalgia but I think its a clever way to not put money into renovation. We had funny plastic flowers draped around the room and the bed was one of the most basic ones I have seen in a hotel room. Once we managed to finally get our room and after settling in, we realized we didn't have a 'duvet'....turns out, you are out of luck if you need anything after 8pm because reception is closed. And not only don't they answer the door, no they don't answer phones either. So we had to sleep without cover!! To summarize it now, I think if you don't mind being transported back into long gone times with tacky decoration, super simple interior and a feel more of a dormitory than a hotel, than you are in the right place. For all the others of us who would like to have a minimum of comfort for our money, I would recommend to take the time and to look a bit longer.

Lovely quirky establishment in the old town, 10 minutes walk from the station and 5 minutes from the heart of the old town itself and the lake side. Overlooking a canal, this is a lovely little spot. The hospitality was lovely and welcoming and our sweet little room was ideal. Traditionally appointed, very clean and with a perfectly functioning ensuite bathroom, our stay was perfect. You need to be ok with stairs and happy with old fashioned décor (some may find this out of kilter with modern standards, but we liked the fact that the place was unique and welcoming). It has to be said that with some (serious) investment, this place could be really rather spectacular – but then you would be paying much more to stay here, and Annecy is not the cheapest town in France. ||We don’t usually opt for breakfast at the hotels we stay in, but seeing a family cosily ensconced in the breakfast room, we wished we had opted to do so on this occasion. If we visited Annecy again, we would definitely stay here. A throw back in some respects, but I would hate to revisit it in 5 years to find it had become an anonymous addition to quasi ‘boutique’ hotel modernity.

Very spacious, and unique! The beds were comfortable and the facilities were great! The lady at the front desk was really gracious and helpful! You can tell she cares about the hotel and does her best to maintain its unique atmosphere! For the cost and location I definitely would recommend!

Quirky little hotel. Each room is unique. Close to the historic city. Not for people who need everything to be perfect. Viewing the room before deciding to stay is an important step. This is our second stay at Hotel Central and I would stay here again if we come back to Annecy.

It is one of the cutest hotels that I have been to. Everything is great, very close to Central station, 5 minutes walk to everywhere. The room had river view, amazing to look and feel the air in the morning.

Excellent place in the "piétonne zone". Bars, stores and night life just a few footsteps.||||There is no parking lot, no elevator and the entrance of the hotel is not so beautiful. Besides the hotel, it seems that other peple live or work in the building...

Found this place on a lark after a long day of biking. Amazing spot off an alley n a heavily touristed area. Very funky and cool. You'll never find it on a map. If you want an amazing little gem tucked away from the tourists this is the place.

Right in old town on pedestrian mall but you can get a car in to unload. Parking on street free overnight or Parking Station alternative.||Quite a large room with small balcony that does just fit 2 chairs and a table for evening drink overlooking the little canal.||Breakfast good value for 6 euros.