We were happy with our stay here. This is not a fancy hotel, but a great location and good value for the money. Our recently renovated room was not spacious, but was very comfortable, with a good shower and separate toilet room. We appreciate the challenges of updating an old building while retaining its charm, and enjoyed sitting in the courtyard in the afternoon. Parking was just down the street - a combination of free parking overnight and paying during the day. Breakfast was good; I'm sure it is even better without COVID restrictions. The only issues were minor - it would be helpful if all the front desk staff were able to explain local parking, and if water for tea and boiling eggs were hot when breakfast started. Easily remedied. Staff were friendly. They appear to have new management working on improvements; we will be happy to return on our next visit to Cognac.