Camping Frédéric Mistral
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Summary of reviewsCamping Frédéric Mistral, situated near the center of Castellane, is highly applauded for its prime location, making it an ideal starting point for exploring the Gorges du Verdon and surrounding areas. The tranquil and accessible environment, combined with ample shade provided by trees, creates a relaxing retreat. Guests frequently highlight the cleanliness, well-maintained facilities and friendly staff, who enhance the overall camping experience.
The campsite offers a variety of comfortable accommodations, including well-equipped tents, lodges and mobile homes, praised for their practical layouts and cozy features. The presence of an on-site pizzeria and an affordable breakfast option adds convenience with many guests enjoying high-quality pizzas and substantial, well-organized breakfasts.
The staff is often described as exceptionally kind and knowledgeable, contributing positively to the camping experience. Though occasionally noted to be stressed or absent in some instances, the welcoming and helpful attitude of the staff, particularly the owners, is generally well-received.
Cleanliness receives mixed reviews; while many guests appreciate the modern and tidy facilities, others noted areas needing improvement, such as moisture marks and incomplete cleanings. Nonetheless, the family-friendly environment and overall vibrancy add to the site's charm.
While Wi-Fi connectivity is limited and often unreliable, primarily accessible in common areas like the reception and restaurant, the swimming pool offers a pleasant place to cool off, despite its smaller size. Parking is convenient with ample space, allowing guests to park directly in front of their accommodations. However, the noise from nearby road traffic can sometimes be a disturbance.
Concerning the beds, reviews are varied. Some guests find the beds comfortable, appreciating the large bed sizes and provided sheets, while others suggest improvements to mattress quality and bedding supplies.
Overall, Camping Frédéric Mistral is an attractive option for both short and extended stays, offering strategic location, superb facilities and a welcoming environment. It remains highly recommended for visitors to Castellane and beyond, although attention to cleanliness and bedding quality could further enhance the experience.
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The campsite offers a variety of comfortable accommodations, including well-equipped tents, lodges and mobile homes, praised for their practical layouts and cozy features. The presence of an on-site pizzeria and an affordable breakfast option adds convenience with many guests enjoying high-quality pizzas and substantial, well-organized breakfasts.
The staff is often described as exceptionally kind and knowledgeable, contributing positively to the camping experience. Though occasionally noted to be stressed or absent in some instances, the welcoming and helpful attitude of the staff, particularly the owners, is generally well-received.
Cleanliness receives mixed reviews; while many guests appreciate the modern and tidy facilities, others noted areas needing improvement, such as moisture marks and incomplete cleanings. Nonetheless, the family-friendly environment and overall vibrancy add to the site's charm.
While Wi-Fi connectivity is limited and often unreliable, primarily accessible in common areas like the reception and restaurant, the swimming pool offers a pleasant place to cool off, despite its smaller size. Parking is convenient with ample space, allowing guests to park directly in front of their accommodations. However, the noise from nearby road traffic can sometimes be a disturbance.
Concerning the beds, reviews are varied. Some guests find the beds comfortable, appreciating the large bed sizes and provided sheets, while others suggest improvements to mattress quality and bedding supplies.
Overall, Camping Frédéric Mistral is an attractive option for both short and extended stays, offering strategic location, superb facilities and a welcoming environment. It remains highly recommended for visitors to Castellane and beyond, although attention to cleanliness and bedding quality could further enhance the experience.
Dog Friendly Campground
This campground is pet-friendly. It offers a convenient location in Castellane for travelers with pets.
Campground with Parking
This campground offers parking. It is considered one of the cheapest options, making it a practical choice with parking facilities.
Cheap Campground
Located in Castellane, this campground offers budget accommodation with essential amenities. Its central location provides convenient access to local attractions.
Campground Taking Steps Towards Sustainability
Campground with Swimming Pool
Outdoor Pool
Accessible Campground
Campground with Outdoor Pool
Guest Reviews
Camping Frédéric Mistral boasts an ideal location, conveniently positioned near the center of Castellane and a mere two minutes on foot from the village. This prime setting renders it exceptionally accessible, making it easy for visitors to enjoy the local shops, restaurants and nightlife. The campsite is a perfect base for exploring the Gorges du Verdon and surroundings, appealing to trekkers and motorcycle tourists alike.
The tranquil atmosphere, combined with ample space and shady spots provided by trees, offers a relaxing retreat. The site's cleanliness and well-maintained facilities are frequently praised and the friendly staff add to the overall positive experience.
Guests appreciate the proximity to essential services and the ease of reaching various activities in the Verdon area. The campsite also features comfortable accommodations with well-equipped tents, lodges and mobile homes that enhance the stay further.
Moreover, the presence of an on-site pizzeria and an affordable breakfast option adds to the convenience, making Camping Frédéric Mistral an attractive option for both short stays and longer holidays. The strategic location, superb facilities and welcoming environment collectively make this campsite a highly recommended choice for visitors to Castellane and beyond.
Camping Frédéric Mistral offers a commendable breakfast experience that can be enjoyed outdoors if weather permits, adding a pleasant start to the day. Many guests praised the breakfast as perfect, generous and made with good quality products. The breakfast service is well-organized, starting from 8:30 am and offers good value for money with some describing it as a nice option for only 5 euros.
There are varied options for acquiring breakfast, including on-site service where you can enjoy fresh croissants and bread delivered to the reception. Guests also appreciated the convenience of being able to order baguettes or viennoiseries for the next morning. Despite some views that the breakfast might be a bit light or require some improvements in details, the overall sentiment remains positive.
Additional amenities such as evening wood-fired pizzas further enhance the camping experience, making it possible to enjoy a meal without the need to bring along extensive equipment. This flexibility and the quality of the breakfast options contribute to a pleasant and seamless camping stay.
Camping Frédéric Mistral boasts a highly praised dining experience, particularly the evening options at its on-site pizzeria. Guests frequently commend the delicious, high-quality pizzas, ranking among the best they’ve tasted. The campsite's restaurant receives accolades for its excellent service and convenient offerings like salads. Many visitors appreciate the ability to enjoy a good pizza within the campsite premises with several highlighting the reasonable prices. Overall, the dining facilities, especially the pizzeria, contribute positively to the camping experience, providing tasty meals and great value.
Camping Frédéric Mistral offers an array of comfortable and well-equipped accommodation options that have consistently satisfied guests. With a variety of choices ranging from cozy bungalows and modern chalets to spacious and equipped tent lodges, the campsite provides something for everyone. The bungalows come in adequate sizes and are complete with necessary amenities, while modern chalets impress with their practical and chic Scandinavian design.
Guests particularly appreciated the cozy gardens and well-organized layouts of the accommodations, which are fitted with comforting features such as comfortable beds, electricity, bedside lamps and even picnic areas for certain lodges. Even the simplest lodges were noted to have everything one might need, although the fridge size in some units was mentioned as tiny.
The site also offers a delightful culinary experience with a cozy restaurant that serves delicious pizza every night, adding to the overall pleasant stay. The clean and shaded mobile homes, as well as the original accommodation concepts, enhance the experience, making this location stand out. Though there were minor issues, such as receiving a different bed configuration than reserved or chalets being linked to waste stations, the overall guest sentiment remained positive towards the accommodations and their organization.
Visitors to Camping Frédéric Mistral have experienced mixed reviews regarding the beds on offer. While many guests found the beds to be comfortable with some highlighting that the large beds and provided sheets added to their satisfaction, others have expressed concerns over the bedding quality. Several comments suggest that the mattresses should be replaced, describing them as hard or of low quality. Moreover, there were mentions of limited bedding supplies, such as minimal sheets and only a couple of pillows. Despite these issues, the comfort of the mobile homes and the pleasant experience of sitting on the deck were well-received. It seems there's a varying perception of bed comfort with some guests enjoying their sleep and others finding it difficult. Overall, while the site generally offers a good stay, there is room for improvement in the bedding department to align better with the overall camping experience.
Camping Frédéric Mistral garners mixed reviews regarding its cleanliness. Many guests appreciate the welcoming atmosphere and the overall vibrancy, noting especially the clean and modern facilities. Accommodations like mobile homes, canvas tents and communal showers often receive praise for being well-maintained and warm. The well-arranged, family-friendly environment and modern furnishing are frequently highlighted, contributing to a positive, comfortable stay.
However, the camping site does have areas needing improvement. Issues such as moisture marks, dust, cobwebs and incomplete cleaning during handovers have been reported with some guests specifically mentioning dirty restrooms and insufficiently cleaned mobile homes. Instances of cleanliness needing review are noted, but these criticisms are interspersed among several affirmations of the campsite’s general tidiness and friendliness. Overall, while the campsite offers excellent value for money and a pleasant ambiance, attention to consistent cleanliness could enhance the overall guest experience.
Camping Frédéric Mistral boasts a team that receives high praise for their friendliness and welcoming nature. Many guests highlight the exceptionally kind staff, including the owners of this family-run campground. Visitors often note a warm reception with the owner and team providing excellent travel suggestions and a wealth of knowledge about the local region. The staff's attentiveness and willingness to take care of guests have been appreciated, contributing to a pleasant stay.
While the majority of feedback is positive with terms like very friendly, helpful and attentive frequently mentioned, there are a few critiques. Some guests felt that the management could be unaccommodating or stressed and there were instances where the staff appeared overwhelmed or absent.
Overall, the combination of a warm welcome, helpful travel tips and an accommodating attitude from most of the staff creates a positive atmosphere at Camping Frédéric Mistral. Despite a few inconsistencies, the friendly reception and supportive staff make it a commendable choice for travelers looking to explore the region.
Camping Frédéric Mistral offers a quaint and rustic getaway where guests can unwind and connect with nature. However, it's important to note that Wi-Fi access is limited with connectivity primarily offered in common areas such as the reception desk and restaurant. Unfortunately, this service is often intermittent and presents reliability issues. Internet access in accommodations like cottages and mobile homes is essentially non-existent, which could be a drawback for those needing consistent online access. While enjoying the serene environment and outdoor activities, travelers may need to plan accordingly for internet usage.
Camping Frédéric Mistral offers a charming and enjoyable swimming pool that serves as a focal point for relaxation. Set in a pleasant garden environment, the pool provides a soothing spot to cool off and lounge chairs are available for added comfort. Guests frequently appreciated the availability of the pool for casual swims and relaxation throughout their stay. Many found it a wonderful addition to their camping experience, despite noting that the pool is on the smaller side. While the water temperature is maintained at a refreshing 20 degrees, a few visitors mentioned that the chlorine levels could be a bit high. Overall, the pool's presence is highly valued, contributing positively to the overall ambiance and enjoyment of the campground.
Camping Frédéric Mistral offers convenient parking options, allowing guests to park directly in front of their chalets, mobile homes or tents. Many reviews highlight the ample space for vehicle parking, making it easy to find a spot close to one's accommodation. However, some guests mentioned that nearby road traffic could be noisy at times. Despite this, the overall accessibility of parking next to the lodgings is well appreciated.
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The tranquil atmosphere, combined with ample space and shady spots provided by trees, offers a relaxing retreat. The site's cleanliness and well-maintained facilities are frequently praised and the friendly staff add to the overall positive experience.
Guests appreciate the proximity to essential services and the ease of reaching various activities in the Verdon area. The campsite also features comfortable accommodations with well-equipped tents, lodges and mobile homes that enhance the stay further.
Moreover, the presence of an on-site pizzeria and an affordable breakfast option adds to the convenience, making Camping Frédéric Mistral an attractive option for both short stays and longer holidays. The strategic location, superb facilities and welcoming environment collectively make this campsite a highly recommended choice for visitors to Castellane and beyond.
Breakfast
There are varied options for acquiring breakfast, including on-site service where you can enjoy fresh croissants and bread delivered to the reception. Guests also appreciated the convenience of being able to order baguettes or viennoiseries for the next morning. Despite some views that the breakfast might be a bit light or require some improvements in details, the overall sentiment remains positive.
Additional amenities such as evening wood-fired pizzas further enhance the camping experience, making it possible to enjoy a meal without the need to bring along extensive equipment. This flexibility and the quality of the breakfast options contribute to a pleasant and seamless camping stay.
Dinner
Rooms
Guests particularly appreciated the cozy gardens and well-organized layouts of the accommodations, which are fitted with comforting features such as comfortable beds, electricity, bedside lamps and even picnic areas for certain lodges. Even the simplest lodges were noted to have everything one might need, although the fridge size in some units was mentioned as tiny.
The site also offers a delightful culinary experience with a cozy restaurant that serves delicious pizza every night, adding to the overall pleasant stay. The clean and shaded mobile homes, as well as the original accommodation concepts, enhance the experience, making this location stand out. Though there were minor issues, such as receiving a different bed configuration than reserved or chalets being linked to waste stations, the overall guest sentiment remained positive towards the accommodations and their organization.
Beds
Cleanliness
However, the camping site does have areas needing improvement. Issues such as moisture marks, dust, cobwebs and incomplete cleaning during handovers have been reported with some guests specifically mentioning dirty restrooms and insufficiently cleaned mobile homes. Instances of cleanliness needing review are noted, but these criticisms are interspersed among several affirmations of the campsite’s general tidiness and friendliness. Overall, while the campsite offers excellent value for money and a pleasant ambiance, attention to consistent cleanliness could enhance the overall guest experience.
Staff
While the majority of feedback is positive with terms like very friendly, helpful and attentive frequently mentioned, there are a few critiques. Some guests felt that the management could be unaccommodating or stressed and there were instances where the staff appeared overwhelmed or absent.
Overall, the combination of a warm welcome, helpful travel tips and an accommodating attitude from most of the staff creates a positive atmosphere at Camping Frédéric Mistral. Despite a few inconsistencies, the friendly reception and supportive staff make it a commendable choice for travelers looking to explore the region.
Wi-Fi
Pool
Parking
Yes, Camping Frédéric Mistral has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Camping Frédéric Mistral.
Yes, Camping Frédéric Mistral welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Camping Frédéric Mistral.
No, Camping Frédéric Mistral doesn't have a gym.
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