Name: Hôtel Catalpa
Address: 34 Avenue d'Albigny, Annecy, FR
Price range: From $281

Hôtel Catalpa, AnnecyHôtel Catalpa in Annecy, France has a corrected score of 3.6 ± 0.2 (fair evidence, 2 of 4 platforms), ranked 9 of 39 hotels we score in Annecy. Its platform ratings, normalised to 0-5, average 3.6 before correction: Booking.com 3.6, Tripadvisor 3.7. Rooms from about $281 a night (cached, not a live quote).Hôtel Catalpa is a three-star property situated in the quiet Albigny district of Annecy. It sits 200 metres from Lake Annecy, the Plage d'Albigny beach, and the Canal du Vasse, placing guests near the local harbour and casino. The rooms are recently renovated and include air conditioning, LCD televisions, and satellite channels. This hotel suits travellers looking for a calm base within walking distance of the old town. While the staff are noted for being friendly, some guests find the breakfast prices to be high. The interior design is modern and the property maintains high cleanliness standards.What stands out

Near Lake Annecy and local beaches

Recently renovated rooms

Air conditioning in all rooms

Watch out for

Breakfast is expensive

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