Auberge Evasion de Reves

Description:

• In inclement weather, or if you're just not into camping in the park with the kiddies, check out this property in nearby Saint-Quentin; its name roughly translates from the French as "Dream-Escape Inn," though that might be a bit generous. Inside, it's made up of simply furnished business-hotel-type rooms of the Courtyard This or Homewood That ilk, but with small flourishes of design on various themes (nature, golf, and so forth). The unpretentiousness and unfrilliness is refreshing, and kids will enjoy the indoor swimming pool. All rooms have TVs, DVD players, and high-speed Internet access; some have extras like settees, minifridges, armoires, and the like. There's also a dining area, a lounge, and a nice high-ceilinged, lodgelike common area of plush stuffed chairs and good wood floors. It's certainly a decent choice when in the area.

• © Frommer's 2012

Awards:

Frommer's

•  Recommended 2010