Hotel & Hostel Pastoral is really more of a hotel than a hostel. The staff/owners are wonderful -- very pleasant and extremely helpful (a nice change from the usual transient staff at most youth hostels).
The hotel is easy to find, located a short walk from the train station. It's not the nicest area of town, but a convenient location for arrival to and departure from Nice. It is right near the main street and within easy walking distance of pretty much everything you need -- shops, restaurants, and, most importantly, the beach! Tourist maps are provided by the hostel, as well as free beach towels and mats.
This small hostel, occupying one floor of the building, looks a little grungy and rundown, but the hotel-style double rooms are clean, include all linen, as well as a wash basin, fridge, and microwave. However the furnishings and linen are looking at bit worn, and our window wouldn't lock. Bathrooms are located just down the hall and are also well-maintained.
Security is reasonable. Everyone entering has to be buzzed in through the front door and pass by reception so staff can see who is coming and going. Guests are provided with a code for the front door, so there is no curfew at night.
Hotel Pastoral is very much budget accommodation. While everyone we saw there was young and friendly, there is no common area, kitchen, or breakfast provided, so this is not the place to go if you are looking to meet fellow travelers or hang around during the day. It is really just a basic place to spent the night. But it is clean, comfortable, and the welcoming staff make it a pleasant option for a short stay in Nice.
— Exclusive Hostelz.com Review
August 2007
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