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Summary of reviewsCamping RCN Les Collines de Castellane, nestled in a serene natural setting, offers a peaceful escape with stunning panoramic views, ideal for exploring the scenic Gorges du Verdon and nearby mountains. The campsite is spacious and well-maintained, providing comfortable accommodations such as bungalows and mobile homes. Guests particularly enjoy the fresh morning bread and croissants, a pleasant swimming pool and well-organized facilities catering to families. The campsite’s tranquil atmosphere and enchanting surroundings ensure a rejuvenating stay.
The restaurant on-site serves delicious food with a simple yet enjoyable menu, though some guests noted the need for fresher ingredients and improved dishes like pizza. The friendly atmosphere is occasionally enhanced by live music, making dining an enjoyable experience. Guests find the prices reasonable, adding to the overall positive dining experience.
Cleanliness is a standout feature with guests consistently praising the immaculate condition of the campsite’s facilities. The swimming pool, common areas, sanitary facilities and accommodations are all kept in pristine condition, providing a pleasant environment for both children and adults. A few isolated issues with cleanliness upon arrival were mentioned but did not overshadow the exceptional overall standard.
The staff at Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane receives high praise for their friendliness and helpfulness. Guests appreciate the warm welcome and the team's attentiveness, making the stay delightful. While the majority of staff speak English, the occasional lack of French-speaking employees was noted as a minor inconvenience. Nevertheless, the staff's dedication and willingness to go the extra mile leave a strong positive impression.
Wi-Fi access is somewhat limited, available primarily in the reception and common areas but not in the rental accommodations. This might be a drawback for those needing reliable internet access throughout their stay. Despite this, the availability of Wi-Fi in communal spaces offers some connectivity for guests.
The swimming pool is highly regarded, especially for its child-friendly features like slides and waterfalls. The pool’s cleanliness and scenic setting enhance the overall experience, though it can get busy during peak times. The heated pool is a welcome feature, particularly appreciated by both children and adults.
Beds at the campsite receive mixed reviews. Many guests find them comfortable and clean, ensuring a good night's sleep. However, some guests report issues with the mattresses, such as dips or hardness, indicating the need for renewal. Despite these mixed opinions, the overall comfort and cleanliness of the accommodations contribute to an enjoyable stay.
In summary, Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane is highly recommended for its serene and picturesque setting, excellent cleanliness, friendly staff and enjoyable facilities, making it a commendable destination for a peaceful camping getaway. Show more
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Dog Friendly Campground
This campground is pet-friendly. It offers a family-friendly environment for guests traveling with pets.
Campground with Outdoor Pool
This campground has an outdoor swimming pool with water slides. It provides access to various amenities and outdoor activities.
Campground with Pool Water Slide
Offers a substantial water park area with several pools and water slides, ensuring entertainment for all age groups. The setting in Castellane provides a scenic backdrop.
Campground with Children's Pool
Campground that is known to have a children's pool for families with children. Provides a family friendly experience.
Campground with Swimming Pool
Heated Pool Children's Pool Pool Water Slide Outdoor Pool
Accessible Campground
Campground with Tennis Courts
4-Star Campground
Campground with Heated Pool
Room Types
Mobile Home ( 4 Adults)This mobile home offers a partially covered terrace, a private bathroom with a shower, and a fully equipped kitchen.
Comfort Mobile Home (4 Adults)This mobile home offers a partially covered terrace, a private bathroom with a shower and a fully equipped kitchen.
Mobile Home (6 Adults)This mobile home offers a partially covered terrace, a private bathroom with a shower and a fully equipped kitchen.
Comfort Chalet (6 Adults)This 3-bedroom chalet has a covered terrace, a fully equipped kitchen and a private bathroom with a shower.
Luxury TentThis safari tent features a private entrance, seating area and terrace.
The private bathroom comes with a shower, sink and toilet. Additional facilities include a kitchenette with a refrigerator, stovetop and kitchenware.
Mobile HomeBoasting a private entrance, this mobile home also features 1 living room, 1 separate bedroom and 1 bathroom with a shower. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which features a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an electric kettle. The mobile home has a seating area, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as a terrace with mountain views. The unit has 1 bed.
Mobile HomeFeaturing a private entrance, this mobile home consists of 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an electric kettle. The mobile home provides a seating area, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as a terrace with mountain views. The unit offers 5 beds.
TentThe well-fitted kitchenette has a stovetop, a refrigerator and kitchenware. The tent offers a private entrance, a coffee machine, as well as a terrace and an outdoor dining area. The unit has 3 beds.
TentIn the kitchenette, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator and kitchenware. The tent offers a private entrance, a coffee machine, as well as a terrace and an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 3 beds.
Mobile HomeBoasting a private entrance, this mobile home includes 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower. Meals can be prepared in the well-fitted kitchen, which is fitted with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an electric kettle. The mobile home offers a seating area, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as a terrace with mountain views. The unit has 3 beds.
Mobile HomeBoasting a private entrance, this mobile home includes 1 living room, 3 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower. The well-equipped kitchen has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and an electric kettle. The mobile home features a seating area, a dining area, a wardrobe as well as a terrace with mountain views. The unit has 5 beds.
TentMeals can be prepared in the kitchenette, which features a stovetop, a refrigerator and kitchenware. This tent has a shared bathroom, a private entrance, a coffee machine as well as a terrace. The unit has 3 beds.
Mobile HomeFeaturing a private entrance, this mobile home is comprised of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 2 bathrooms with a shower. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The mobile home features a coffee machine, a seating area, a dining area as well as a terrace with mountain views. The unit offers 3 beds.
Mobile HomeFeaturing a private entrance, this mobile home is comprised of 1 living room, 2 separate bedrooms and 1 bathroom with a shower. In the fully equipped kitchen, guests will find a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The mobile home features a coffee machine, a seating area, a dining area as well as a terrace with mountain views. The unit offers 2 beds.
Glamping DomeGuests can make meals in the kitchenette that is equipped with a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The tent provides a private entrance, a coffee machine, as well as a terrace and an outdoor dining area. The unit offers 4 beds.
Glamping DomeThe fully equipped kitchenette has a stovetop, a refrigerator, kitchenware and a microwave. The tent features a private entrance, a coffee machine, as well as a terrace and an outdoor dining area. The unit has 3 beds.
Guest Reviews
8.4
Very Good
Location
Nestled in the heart of nature, Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane offers an extraordinary and peaceful escape. The campsite is well-situated amidst lush greenery and boasts stunning, panoramic views, making it a perfect starting point for exploring the scenic Gorges du Verdon and the surrounding mountains. Guests appreciate the tranquil environment and spacious, comfortable accommodations, which include well-maintained bungalows and mobile homes.
The location is ideal for those seeking both relaxation and adventure with the nearby village of Castellane providing easy access to local activities and amenities. Many visitors highlight the fresh morning offerings of bread and croissants, the pleasant swimming pool and the well-organized facilities that cater to families and children. The campsite's clean and quiet atmosphere, coupled with its enchanting natural setting, ensures a rejuvenating stay.
Furthermore, the campsite excels in hospitality with competent and friendly staff receiving consistent praise for their helpfulness. The overall experience is complemented by great value for money, making Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane a highly recommended destination for a serene and picturesque getaway.
Dinner
Guests have noted that the restaurant at Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane offers delicious food with a simple yet good menu. Diners appreciated the very good cuisine and tasty dishes, highlighting the bistro's meals as particularly enjoyable, although slightly limited in early July. The atmosphere of the restaurant is frequently mentioned as friendly and pleasant, sometimes enhanced by live music from a Brazilian orchestra.
The restaurant and bar are also convenient for campers, located about 7 km from Castellane. Prices are generally viewed as reasonable, making dining accessible and enjoyable. However, some guests mentioned that certain items, like the pizza, could use improvement and there were concerns about the freshness of some ingredients, suggesting that the cuisine could be enhanced for a four-star campsite. Nonetheless, the availability of Dutch snacks and the overall dining experience were positively received by many visitors.
Beds
Nestled in the picturesque region of Castellane, Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane offers accommodation with a range of experiences when it comes to their beds. Many guests found the beds to be very comfortable and praised the bedding for being clean and well-protected. Several reviews highlight that the mattresses provided a good night's sleep, adding to the overall satisfaction of the stay.
However, opinions on the mattresses were mixed. Some guests mentioned that the mattresses had a dip in the middle or were too hard, indicating a need for renewal. Despite this, the majority of reviews leaned towards a positive sleeping experience with descriptors such as comfortable, good and super comfortable appearing frequently.
The accommodations, including mobile homes, received commendations for cleanliness and comfort, contributing to an enjoyable stay. Yet, there were a few mentions of small bedrooms and deficiencies in the mobile homes' conditions that pointed to areas for potential improvement.
Overall, while there are a few aspects that could use attention, particularly the condition of some mattresses, many guests enjoyed a comfortable and pleasant rest at Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane.
Cleanliness
Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane consistently receives high praise for its impeccable cleanliness across various facilities. Visitors highlight the well-maintained site, noting that everything from the swimming pool to the common areas is kept in pristine condition. The sanitary facilities are frequently mentioned as being exceptionally clean and the same care applies to the bungalows and mobile homes, which guests describe as clean, well-furnished and spacious.
The campsite itself offers a peaceful environment, nestled in a beautiful location that allows for scenic strolls and easy access to nearby Castellane. Its amenities, such as the pool and recreational spaces, are well-maintained and clean, providing an enjoyable experience for both children and adults. The staff is noted for their friendliness and helpfulness, further enhancing the overall positive impression.
However, a few isolated reviews mention issues with the cleanliness of some mobile homes upon arrival and the presence of cobwebs and unwashed dishes. Despite these sporadic comments, the overall consensus views the campsite's cleanliness as top-notch with many reviews praising it as exceptional and superb. The well-equipped and functional accommodations, coupled with excellent cleanliness and a serene ambiance, make Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane a commendable choice for a camping getaway.
Staff
Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane is celebrated for its exceptionally friendly and helpful staff, contributing significantly to a positive guest experience. Guests consistently praise the warm welcome they receive, highlighting the team's attentiveness, friendliness and dedication. The reception staff’s flexibility and responsiveness add to the seamless service, making the stay delightful. Many staff members speak English, which is a notable advantage for international visitors, though the lack of French-speaking staff can be a minor inconvenience for some. The campground manager is particularly noted for his friendliness, always ensuring that guests feel attended to. Despite minor critiques about language barriers and reception hours, the overarching sentiment is one of satisfaction with the staff’s politeness, kindness and willingness to go the extra mile, providing useful advice for visits and ensuring that everything runs smoothly. The campsite's organization and cleanliness are also frequently complimented, reinforcing the overall positive impression of a well-run facility with a team that genuinely seems to enjoy their work.
Wi-Fi
The Wi-Fi experience at Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane is somewhat limited. Guests often mention that Wi-Fi is only accessible in the vicinity of the reception and common areas like the restaurant. This means that while enjoying meals or relaxing in communal spaces, one can connect to the internet. However, in rental accommodations such as mobile homes, Wi-Fi is notably absent. For those who need reliable and widespread internet access during their stay, this might be a drawback. Despite these limitations, the availability of Wi-Fi in common areas allows guests some access to the digital world, though a stronger connection or broader coverage would enhance the experience.
Pool
The pool at Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane receives high praise from guests, particularly for its suitability for children and beautiful setting. Many reviews highlight the pool's attractive design, cleanliness and well-maintained condition. Features such as slides and a waterfall add to the fun for kids, while the spacious pool area provides plenty of room for families to enjoy. Some reviewers note that the pool may become busy during peak times and suggest visiting early in the morning or late in the evening for a more pleasant experience.
While the pool is generally viewed as child-friendly and an ideal spot for young families, some guests find it a bit small for serious swimming by adults. Nevertheless, the heated pool is a welcome feature, adored by both children and adults alike, particularly at the end of April. The serene environment of the campsite, coupled with the scenic views from the pool area, enhances the overall experience.
Additionally, the pool's proximity to a well-organized restaurant and bar makes it convenient for guests to enjoy refreshments nearby. Overall, the swimming pool at Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane is considered a standout feature that significantly contributes to the satisfaction and enjoyment of guests, making it a key element in the campsite’s appeal.
Yes, Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Heated Pool, Children's Pool, Pool Water Slide, Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane.
Yes, Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane welcomes dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane.
No, Camping RCN Les Collines de Castellane doesn't have a gym.