Reviews of SOWELL HOTELS Le Parc & Spa 4 stars
Central Parc, 05100 Briançon, France

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Reviewed: 3 September 2025 · Stayed in September 2025
Verified reviewThe staff
Our room on the fifth floor was not bright enough.
Reviewed: 31 August 2025 · Stayed in August 2025
Verified reviewFriendly staff. Nice clean rooms. Good location to walk into old part of town. Terrace at the front to sit and have a beer.
Small parking area which I didn’t realise you had to book a space. Had to put 4 motorcycles in the underground car park up the road a little way. Wasn’t to much of a problem apart from unloading and loading luggage.
Dear Adrian, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay, especially the cleanliness of the rooms, the friendliness of our staff, and our convenient location close to the old town. We truly appreciate your comments and hope to welcome you back again soon! The Sowell Le Parc & Spa team, Briançon
Dear Adrian, Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your stay, especially the cleanliness of the rooms, the friendliness of our staff, and our convenient location close to the old town. We … Show more
Reviewed: 28 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewGood Position and good breakfast.
No Air conditioning inside the rooms! Parking available just for a few cars! SPA area not available after 7pm . The lift floor is broken. Definitely not a 4 stars as supposed to be!!!
Dear Antonio, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re pleased that you enjoyed our central location—ideal for accessing shops and services on foot—as well as our breakfast buffet, which is often highlighted by our guests for its variety and quality. Regarding your comments, we would like to clarify the following: Air conditioning: As mentioned on our website and partner platforms, our rooms are not equipped with air conditioning. Due to our location at high altitude in Briançon, temperatures remain naturally cool at night, even in summer. For added comfort, fans are provided in each room. Parking: As clearly stated on our official website and on Booking.com, our private parking is available by reservation only due to our central location and limited capacity. The availability and price are also indicated at the time of booking, so that you have all necessary information before confirming your stay. That said, as you noticed, several public parking options are available near the hotel. SPA: Our SPA is open from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m., as noted on the welcome sheet you received upon arrival and on the door of the wellness area. This facility is offered free of charge for the comfort and relaxation of our guests. Elevator: We appreciate your feedback about the elevator floor. Please accept our apologies for the inconvenience. Maintenance is already scheduled. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again and providing an even better experience. The Sowell Le Parc & Spa team, Briançon
Dear Antonio, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. We’re pleased that you enjoyed our central location—ideal for accessing shops and services on foot—as well as our breakfast buffet, which is often highlighted by our gu… Show more
Reviewed: 21 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewBreakfast
Lack of parking
Thank you, David, for your review! We're glad you enjoyed our buffet breakfast! We understand the parking situation can be challenging, we do our best every day to inform our guests in advance regarding the size ou our parking (for only 6 cars) and we propose the alternativs parkings near the hotel. We hope to welcome you again soon. Best regard, L'équipe Sowell Le Parc & Spa, Briançon
Thank you, David, for your review! We're glad you enjoyed our buffet breakfast! We understand the parking situation can be challenging, we do our best every day to inform our guests in advance regarding the size ou our parking (for only 6 … Show more
Reviewed: 20 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewClean
We had lot noise from outside on the first night. And since there is no AC, we suffered from the heat.
Hello Jean-Laurent, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear you found the accommodation clean — this is something we take great pride in. We’re sorry to learn that you were disturbed by outside noise and the heat during your first night. As mentioned on our website and partner platforms, our property is located right in the center of Briançon, close to shops and amenities. There can be some car traffic, but nothing like in big cities — Briançon is still a small mountain town, generally quiet and peaceful. Regarding air conditioning, we do not have any, as also stated in our listings. However, thanks to the altitude, temperatures naturally drop at night, which usually ensures a comfortable sleep. For our guests’ comfort, a fan is provided in each bedroom. Thank you again for your comments; they help us continually improve our guests’ experience. The Sowell Le Parc & Spa team, Briançon
Hello Jean-Laurent, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re glad to hear you found the accommodation clean — this is something we take great pride in. We’re sorry to learn that you were disturbed by outside noise and t… Show more
Reviewed: 17 July 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 July 2025 · Stayed in July 2025
Verified reviewFantastic location in city centre, no problem to find parking for our bikes. Nice with a pool after a really hot day. 15 min walk from old town.
Dear Erik, Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re delighted that you enjoyed our central location — close to shops, services, and the historic Vauban Citadel, which many of our guests appreciate. We're also glad the bike parking was convenient for you. Our hotel is very popular with cyclists during the summer, and the pool is always a welcome way to relax after a warm day. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you again soon! The Sowell Le Parc & Spa team, Briançon
Dear Erik, Thank you so much for your kind feedback! We’re delighted that you enjoyed our central location — close to shops, services, and the historic Vauban Citadel, which many of our guests appreciate. We're also glad the bike parking w… Show more
Reviewed: 1 July 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewThe room was weel appointed with a coffee machine, refrigerator, towel heater, seperate room for the toilet and fresh fruit in the room on arrival. Great view of Alps from our window.
Small pillows. Restaurant was closed - Good Friday (Understandable)
Dear Bronte, Thank you very much for your positive feedback! We’re delighted to hear you appreciated the room’s amenities — the coffee machine, refrigerator, towel heater, separate toilet room, and the fresh fruit provided upon your arrival. These little touches are designed to make your stay more comfortable, and we’re glad they met your expectations. The view of the Alps from the Briançon valley is indeed a highlight often mentioned by our guests, and we’re happy you enjoyed it as well. Our helpful staff is also one of the points frequently praised by our clients, and we’re very pleased to have had the opportunity to welcome you. Regarding the restaurant closure, please note that it is closed in the evenings during the low season. However, we offer charcuterie and cheese boards, as well as pinsas and fondue, which can be enjoyed either on the terrace or in your room, according to your preference. We also take note of your comment about the pillows and will consider improvements. We look forward to welcoming you again soon! The Sowell Le Parc & Spa team, Briançon
Dear Bronte, Thank you very much for your positive feedback! We’re delighted to hear you appreciated the room’s amenities — the coffee machine, refrigerator, towel heater, separate toilet room, and the fresh fruit provided upon your arriva… Show more
Reviewed: 22 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 16 June 2025 · Stayed in June 2025
Verified reviewCity centre location made it easy to walk out in the evenings to find a nice restaurant nearby. I had an issue with my first room, and the staff changed this quickly and without hesitation, which was appreciated. The room I had was good. Breakfast was OK.
The parking at the hotel was free, but it soon filled up with motorcyclists.
Dear Lowe, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our central location and that you were able to explore the city easily. Indeed, we are located in the center of Briançon, so all shops and restaurants are easily accessible on foot from the hotel. It’s also great to know that our team could quickly assist with your room change and that you were satisfied with the room provided. Your kind words about our service are truly appreciated — we will pass your message on to our staff; they will be happy to hear it! Regarding the parking, we strongly recommend booking your parking space in advance, as being right in the city center, we have limited spots available. Indeed, the parking fills up very quickly, especially with motorcyclists during this time of year. However, we do our best to accommodate all our guests, so even without an advance reservation, we try to make sure that our clients can park in our lot whenever possible. We appreciate your understanding and are continuously looking for ways to improve this aspect of our service. Thank you once again for your review. We hope to welcome you back in the near future. The Sowell Le Parc & Spa team, Briançon
Dear Lowe, Thank you very much for taking the time to share your feedback. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed our central location and that you were able to explore the city easily. Indeed, we are located in the center of Briançon,… Show more
Reviewed: 11 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewClean and centrally located. Had everything we needed.
The toilet cubicle was so short you had to sit down on the bowl before you could close the door. Breakfast buffet was disappointing in quality and variety
Dear Manfred, Thank you for your recent stay and for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed our central location, the views, and the cleanliness of the accommodation. It’s wonderful to know the hotel met your needs overall. We also appreciate your constructive comments regarding the bathroom layout and breakfast variety. Please rest assured that we take all feedback seriously and will review these points with our team to explore possible improvements. Your input helps us continue to enhance the experience we offer all our guests, and we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again soon. Best regards, L'équipe Sowell Le Parc & Spa, Briançon
Dear Manfred, Thank you for your recent stay and for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed our central location, the views, and the cleanliness of the accommodation. It’s wonderful to know … Show more
Reviewed: 2 June 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewComfortable beds and great breakfast.
Rooms slightly outdated and very small. Sigh...another hotel shower that gets the entire bathroom wet. Those little glass walls that only extend 1/3 of the length of the tub are mostly useless.
Dear Jim, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our comfortable beds and appreciated the quality of our breakfast — those are definitely two things we take pride in! We also appreciate your honest comments regarding the room size and bathroom design. We understand how important comfort and practicality are during a stay, and we're always looking for ways to improve. Your feedback about the shower setup is duly noted and will be shared with our team as we consider future renovations. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and offer an even better experience next time. The Sowell Le Parc & Spa team, Briançon
Dear Jim, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our comfortable beds and appreciated the quality of our breakfast — those are definitely two things we take pride in! We also appreciate y… Show more
Reviewed: 30 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewLa piscine
Grosse structure
Reviewed: 30 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 25 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 22 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewReception staff were friendly and helpful. Breakfast was average.
The bedroom was small and too dark even with all the lights on. The toilet was separate from the bathroom and this made both rooms tiny with no where to put anything. Also there was a door closing off the bedroom area from the entrance and bathroom so there were 4 doors in a very confined area which was ridiculous. This was definitely not worth 4 stars, and would hesitate before staying in another hotel of this chain.
Dear Tony, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you appreciated the friendliness and helpfulness of our reception staff. Regarding your remarks, we’d like to clarify that in France, one of the criteria for a 4-star hotel classification is having separate toilet and bathroom facilities. We understand that this layout can feel compact, but it is part of the national standards we follow. The additional door between the bedroom and entrance is designed to reduce noise coming from the corridor and provide a more restful environment. We appreciate your comment about the breakfast and will work on improving the offering to meet our guests’ expectations better. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again and offer a more satisfying experience. Best regards, L'équipe Sowell Le Parc & Spa, Briançon
Dear Tony, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you appreciated the friendliness and helpfulness of our reception staff. Regarding your remarks, we’d like to clarify that in France, one of the c… Show more
Reviewed: 21 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewCentral location.
Nothing felt 4-star. Tiny rooms with cheap design. Only one elevator. Unfriendly service. Very basic "spa". No parking except paid parking for 6 cars out of 69 rooms. If I were to guess I'd rate this as a 2-star hotel.
Dear David, Thank you for taking the time to share your impressions following your recent stay with us. We’re pleased to hear that our central location met your expectations—it’s indeed something many of our guests appreciate for its convenience and proximity to the city’s main attractions. We are, however, sorry to learn that certain aspects of your stay did not fully meet your expectations. Your comments regarding the room size, spa, elevator, and parking have been carefully noted and will be shared with the relevant teams as part of our ongoing efforts to improve the guest experience. With regard to your observation about our hotel’s star rating, it’s worth clarifying that hotel classifications are based on regulated and objective criteria—mainly related to the facilities and services offered, such as 24-hour reception, elevator access, daily housekeeping, and more. We understand that these standards may not always align with personal expectations regarding design or comfort, and we appreciate your feedback on this point. As for your impression of our staff, we were particularly surprised and saddened to read your comment. The friendliness and professionalism of our team are frequently praised in other guest reviews, and this does not reflect the experience we strive to deliver every day. That said, we take your feedback seriously and will ensure our standards remain consistently high. We sincerely hope to have the opportunity to welcome you again in the future and provide you with a stay more in line with your expectations. The Sowell Le Parc & Spa team, Briançon
Dear David, Thank you for taking the time to share your impressions following your recent stay with us. We’re pleased to hear that our central location met your expectations—it’s indeed something many of our guests appreciate for its conv… Show more
Reviewed: 6 May 2025 · Stayed in May 2025
Verified reviewRooms were lovely and clean, staff were very friendly and accommodating, swimming pool was great too and a beautiful view from the room!
The only small downside was the pillows weren’t comfortable but other than that it was amazing
Dear Caledonia, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cleanliness of our rooms, the friendliness of our staff, the swimming pool, and the beautiful view from your room. It truly means a lot to us to know you had such a great stay. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the pillows. Your comfort is very important to us, and we’ll certainly look into this to improve our guests' experience even further. We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back again soon! The Sowell Le Parc & Spa team, Briançon
Dear Caledonia, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the cleanliness of our rooms, the friendliness of our staff, the swimming pool, and the beautiful view from your room. It truly means a … Show more
Reviewed: 10 April 2025 · Stayed in February 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 8 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewReviewed: 4 April 2025 · Stayed in April 2025
Verified reviewLovely room - we got an upgrade as there was a school trip in and we had a lovely suite. The staff were very friendly and approachable and easy going. Great location for the ski lift.
The pool and shower in the spa was freezing!
Dear Bee, Thank you so much for your kind review! We're very happy to hear that you felt at home and enjoyed the location and friendliness of our team. We're glad you appreciated the upgraded suite and had a great time skiing. We’ve taken note of your comment about the spa – we’re sorry it wasn’t warm enough and will look into improving that experience. We hope to welcome you again soon! L'équipe Sowell Le Parc & Spa, Briançon
Dear Bee, Thank you so much for your kind review! We're very happy to hear that you felt at home and enjoyed the location and friendliness of our team. We're glad you appreciated the upgraded suite and had a great time skiing. We’ve take… Show more
Reviewed: 18 December 2024 · Stayed in December 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 19 October 2024 · Stayed in October 2024
Verified reviewReviewed: 18 September 2024 · Stayed in September 2024
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