I have stayed in this hotel many times over the past ten years and it has never disappointed. The Belvedere is a veritable gem in Tunis; even if perhaps it doesn't live up to European/international four-star criteria, it definitely puts many of the 'recognized' four-star establishments (e.g. al-Hana) in Tunis to shame, and even does so at very competitive rates (ca £35 for bed and breakfast). The rooms are spacious, well appointed (including free quite fast wi-fi, bathrobe, trouser press), extremely clean and well maintained. The restaurant offers good-quality food, and the staff are generally very friendly. Whilst other travellers have commented on its distance from the city centre (Avenue Bourguiba, souk), it is little more than a brisk walk away along the lively Avenue de la Republique. The Belvedere gardens are only metres away and definitely worth a stroll. The area also has a number of shopping outlets, including a little supermarket next door to the hotel and a big Monoprix further up, as well as cafes and restaurants. Perhaps one drawback worth mentioning is the fact that some rooms have connecting doors which means that sound can travel. It wasn't a problem for me and was limited merely to the faint sound of the television next door sometimes, but I guess it might be if you have neighbours from hell. However, as the hotel primarily caters for businessmen, academics and couples, one does not suffer the excesses of package tourism afficionados.
- Le Belvedere Tunis
