Swalibo Hotel

Room was reasonably sized and bed was comfy. Efficient cleaning service kept the room looking nice but no window in the bathroom meant it smelled damp and we saw some cockroaches. Front wall of the bedroom is a large window so you must decide between privacy and natural light. Staff were pleasant and friendly but not very helpful e.g. on arrival when we asked for advice on where to eat they did not mention that many restaurants close on Sundays and those that do open is usually after 7pm! Pool and bar area are comfortable and welcoming. We had breakfast there as it was convenient, there is a good buffet but at €10 it's a bit expensive when there is a great boulangerie nearby. The hotel is right by the beach and there are a few nice restaurants very near by (Italian, Thai and crêpes) as well as an amazing Creole buffet not far away. Parking is not always available out front, but there are lots of small streets to pull in.

A nice and personal little hotel, with the most service minded staff. We had a lovely stay and can warmth recommend it. A extra plus to the green and flowering garden, so clean and well taken care of!

Rooms and general areas were a little tired and in need of a bit of TLC. But everywhere was very clean and the staff were very friendly and helpful although their english was quite poor, but we were expecting that, it is a French country afterall! Perking just outside the hotel reserved for guests, we didn't have a problem getting a space. We were perfectly happy given what we paid.

Room without hair driers Room cleaner disturbances (do not disturb sign missing) Otherwise everything is fine

Stayed in the hotel for three nights. Rooms are pretty old, no electronic door, only old key. There was a safe in the room, but there was no instruction and even the people at the reception didn´t know how to use it. The reception staff did not know much,questions about the surroundings were answered as they never been outside... The location is ok, it is close to the sight like Cap Noir, Maido, the beaches and whale/delfin watching boats. Right next to the hotel are some good restaurants and the best boulangerie we found in la Reunion. The beach is about 5 Minutes away. The hotel was ok for some days, but when we returned to st.gilles le bains, we found another one which was cheaper and much better, l´Archipel...

good hôtel location to visit north and south with à rented car