Grand Hotel de l'Esperance is a very nice old hotel with modernized bathrooms. There may not be AC but at least in mid-May it was sufficient to just open the windows for cooling. Our room 406 was good-sized and it had a very good wifi connection. We enjoyed our sit-down group dinner and breakfast buffet. The hotel is conveniently located to the Basilica, family home and convent of St. Therese.

My husband and I spent one night at the Grand Hotel de l'Esperance. The building is lovely, and there is a large, comfortable lounge where we enjoyed bottles of delicious local cider. The attendant on duty when we checked in was very helpful and provided good service.

We had a room on the first floor (#109), at the end of the hallway. Unfortunately the WiFi did not reach this area, which was somewhat inconvenient. Also, the bathroom door closed with great difficulty, and the only bath product in the room was soap (no shampoo, lotion, or tissues). This room did not appear to meet a three-star standard, but perhaps other rooms are better appointed. The bed was moderately comfortable.

We dined at the hotel's restaurant, and this was the highlight of our stay. The regional menus were fantastic, and each dish we tried was sumptuous. Service was very good, as well.

Breakfast was an additional 11 Euros. There were local meats, cheeses, breads, pastries, tarts, fruit, and yogurt. A self-serve espresso machine provided flavorful ristrettos, cappucinos, etc. This alone was worth the price of breakfast!

Grand Hotel de l'Esperance provides rooms with basic comfort with few amenities. However, for those who enjoy excellent food and drink this is a good and very convenient option.