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Summary of reviewsHald Sommer, housed in a beautiful and historic building near Mandal city, offers a charming stay with excellent accessibility and a prime location close to both the beach and the main highway towards Kristiansand. The hotel's historical charm is enriched by its vibrant community of young staff who eagerly share stories of the building's storied past dating back to 1795. Despite the occasional notice of the nearby lively road, guests appreciate the convenience of exploring the city and nearby attractions, as well as the tranquil beauty that envelops the area.
The breakfast at Hald Sommer is often praised for its variety and taste, offering a selection of cheeses, cold cuts, eggs, muesli, fruits, and more. While some reviews describe it as basic, guests generally find the breakfast experience positive and enhancing their overall stay. It's important to note that breakfast may not always be included in the room price.
Rooms at the hotel are straightforward and functional, ideally suited for short stays. Guests find them modest, clean, and equipped with comfortable beds, despite some maintenance issues like a loose toilet or broken furniture. The beautifully furnished main building and surrounding premises add a touch of charm to the experience, making it appealing for budget-conscious travelers.
Cleanliness elicits mixed reviews, with guests praising the general cleanliness of the location and common areas, but noting issues with bathroom conditions, such as mold and wear. Nevertheless, the hotel maintains a fair price-performance ratio with its good accessibility and appealing environment.
The staff at Hald Sommer are celebrated for their exceptional friendliness and helpfulness, consistently creating a welcoming and hospitable atmosphere. Guests commend the team for their cheerful demeanor and attentiveness, which significantly contributes to a positive experience. Similarly, beds receive favorable remarks for comfort, adding to a restful night's sleep, complemented by the reliable Wi-Fi throughout the rooms.
Overall, Hald Sommer emerges as an ideal choice for travelers seeking a blend of history, serene beauty, and strategic positioning, offering a memorable and enjoyable stopover.
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The breakfast at Hald Sommer is often praised for its variety and taste, offering a selection of cheeses, cold cuts, eggs, muesli, fruits, and more. While some reviews describe it as basic, guests generally find the breakfast experience positive and enhancing their overall stay. It's important to note that breakfast may not always be included in the room price.
Rooms at the hotel are straightforward and functional, ideally suited for short stays. Guests find them modest, clean, and equipped with comfortable beds, despite some maintenance issues like a loose toilet or broken furniture. The beautifully furnished main building and surrounding premises add a touch of charm to the experience, making it appealing for budget-conscious travelers.
Cleanliness elicits mixed reviews, with guests praising the general cleanliness of the location and common areas, but noting issues with bathroom conditions, such as mold and wear. Nevertheless, the hotel maintains a fair price-performance ratio with its good accessibility and appealing environment.
The staff at Hald Sommer are celebrated for their exceptional friendliness and helpfulness, consistently creating a welcoming and hospitable atmosphere. Guests commend the team for their cheerful demeanor and attentiveness, which significantly contributes to a positive experience. Similarly, beds receive favorable remarks for comfort, adding to a restful night's sleep, complemented by the reliable Wi-Fi throughout the rooms.
Overall, Hald Sommer emerges as an ideal choice for travelers seeking a blend of history, serene beauty, and strategic positioning, offering a memorable and enjoyable stopover.
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Located in Mandal, Hald Sommer offers a hotel experience with a focus on providing a comfortable and intimate stay. The setting is perfect for a relaxing getaway.
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Guest Reviews
Hald Sommer, a charming hotel set in a beautiful, old prestigious building, offers guests a delightful stay with its prime location near Mandal city and a short walk from the beach. Nestled close to the main highway towards Kristiansand, the hotel boasts excellent accessibility and ample parking space, making it easily reachable by car. Despite its proximity to the main road, guests appreciate the quietness of the surroundings and the picturesque landscape that envelops the area.
The hotel's historical significance adds another layer of charm, with its main house exuding an interesting interior that complements its storied past dating back to 1795. This cultural richness is shared by a vibrant community of young people from diverse backgrounds, who manage the hotel and enthusiastically recount tales of its heritage.
While the lively road nearby can occasionally be noticeable, the location is otherwise praised for its convenience, providing ease of exploration to the city's center and an array of attractions. Furthermore, guests are pleasantly surprised by the excellent breakfast offered, enhancing their overall experience. Hald Sommer emerges as an ideal option for travelers seeking a blend of history, serene beauty, and strategic positioning for a memorable stopover.
Hald Sommer offers a breakfast experience that is generally well-received by guests, often exceeding their expectations. The breakfast buffet is noted for its variety, featuring a selection of cheeses, cold cuts, eggs, muesli, jams, chocolate spread, fruits, and vegetables. Many guests find the breakfast delicious and varied, describing it as very good and even great on some occasions. While some reviews mention a straightforward or basic breakfast, the overall impression is positive, highlighting the quality and taste of the offerings. However, potential guests should be aware that breakfast is not always included in the room price, and in some cases, it might not be available at all. Despite these inconsistencies, the picturesque setting and comfortable accommodations frequently complement the morning meal experience.
The rooms at Hald Sommer offer a straightforward, functional experience, ideal for guests planning a short stay. Accommodations are modest, simple, and quite compact, but they effectively meet basic expectations, with a comfortable double bed being a highlight. While the space is limited, particularly for groups of four, guests find it manageable for brief visits. The bathrooms, although requiring some renovation, are considered more than adequate by some visitors. The rooms are clean and provide simple standard amenities, ensuring a fair deal for what guests pay. Visitors have noted some issues with maintenance, such as a loose toilet and broken furniture, but these do not seem to overshadow the overall utility of the accommodations. Despite being situated a little distance from the attractive port area, the beautifully furnished main building and surrounding premises add a touch of charm to the stay, making it a balanced choice for travelers seeking budget-friendly lodgings.
Guests of Hald Sommer generally appreciate the quality of the beds, describing them as good and comfortable. The mattresses receive positive remarks for being nice, adding to a restful sleeping experience. While some reviews mention the creakiness of bunk beds and narrowness of certain beds, the overall sentiment remains favorable. Despite mixed feedback on specific aspects, visitors regard the beds as a key element in their satisfactory stay, complementing the continued availability of reliable wifi throughout the rooms.
Hald Sommer presents a mixed bag when it comes to cleanliness, according to guest reviews. While the location itself is described as clean and nice, the rooms generally offer clean spaces and decent beds. The common areas are particularly praised for their breathtaking appearance, and many guests find the rooms completely sufficient for their needs and perfectly fine despite some dated aspects.
However, issues were pointed out regarding the condition of the bathrooms, with several guests noting wear and tear. Concerns included poor hygiene features like some dirt on the walls, mold accumulation, issues with shower doors, and not flushing the toilet. The accommodations appear to be somewhat aged, yet they seem to maintain a fair price-performance ratio. Despite these concerns, the accessibility, good smell, and general cleanliness of the environment are frequently highlighted as positive factors.
Hald Sommer is celebrated for its exceptionally welcoming and supportive staff. Guests consistently highlight the friendly reception, noting the team’s super friendly demeanor and excellent communication upon arrival. Visitors appreciate the service-oriented nature of the staff, who are described as cheerful, attentive, and eager to assist, even addressing maintenance issues like a clogged shower outside regular hours. Although there are some challenges with noise levels and occasional miscommunication online and by phone, the overall experience at Hald Sommer is marked by staff who consistently create a comfortable and hospitable environment for guests.
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The hotel's historical significance adds another layer of charm, with its main house exuding an interesting interior that complements its storied past dating back to 1795. This cultural richness is shared by a vibrant community of young people from diverse backgrounds, who manage the hotel and enthusiastically recount tales of its heritage.
While the lively road nearby can occasionally be noticeable, the location is otherwise praised for its convenience, providing ease of exploration to the city's center and an array of attractions. Furthermore, guests are pleasantly surprised by the excellent breakfast offered, enhancing their overall experience. Hald Sommer emerges as an ideal option for travelers seeking a blend of history, serene beauty, and strategic positioning for a memorable stopover.
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However, issues were pointed out regarding the condition of the bathrooms, with several guests noting wear and tear. Concerns included poor hygiene features like some dirt on the walls, mold accumulation, issues with shower doors, and not flushing the toilet. The accommodations appear to be somewhat aged, yet they seem to maintain a fair price-performance ratio. Despite these concerns, the accessibility, good smell, and general cleanliness of the environment are frequently highlighted as positive factors.
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No, Hald Bed and Breakfast doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Hald Bed and Breakfast.
Yes, Hald Bed and Breakfast welcomes dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Hald Bed and Breakfast.
No, Hald Bed and Breakfast doesn't have a gym.
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