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What an incredible renovation! WOW. Really. We stayed two nights on our return north from southern France. Reception was very helpful offering their best rate. English spoken. The lobby is simply amazing, though we stayed during one of Europe's heat waves (38+ C, 100+ F). The sun shining through the huge atrium made it a bit too warm. We loved it nonetheless and it was magical after the sunset, lit by candlelight. Our room was great: beautifully decorated, impeccably clean, comfortable bed, pillows and bedding, good shower and bathroom. Toilet separate. Safe, Mini-fridge, with some complimentary water and drinks. Robes and slippers appreciated since we wanted to use the Spa/Pool! Though dinner was high quality, the wait staff when we were here really struggled. Not a pleasant experience for diners that night, and probably a frustration for personnel too. For this reason, though it was included in our room rate, we skipped eating here the 2nd night and the morning we departed. There are many restaurant options within walking distance of the hotel, and we enjoyed this central area of Valenciennes, its many shops and carousel. The morning after we arrived we totally enjoyed the indoor pool. Spa services unavailable, unfortunately. The pool was perfect temperature, a great start to another HOT day. Note; the pool has what we felt were limiting hours: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.