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The Originals City Hotel Hippocampe Sète Balaruc

3.0 star property
Travelers find comfort and convenience at this seaside retreat where attentive staff earn consistent praise and nearby attractions beckon after a day of relaxation.

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The Originals City Hotel Hippocampe Sète Balaruc is near the sea, offering conference facilities and a snack bar. Guests appreciate room WiFi, free self-parking, and the helpful multilingual staff consistently praised by previous visitors.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services

Room options

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Double Room

Standard Double Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(17 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Superior Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, and a wardrobe.

Superior Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a mural of a beach scene.

Superior Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bunk bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, a television, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

Family Quadruple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bunk Bed
  • Free WiFi
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About the area

Located in Balaruc-le-Vieux, The Originals City Hotel Hippocampe Sète Balaruc is connected to a shopping center. O'balia Spa and Osez Plonger are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Ferme Zoo and Regional Center of Contemporary Art Occitanie. Theatre of the Sea and Espace Georges Brassens are also worth visiting. Visit our Balaruc-le-Vieux travel guide
Map
Zone Commerciale Balaruc Loisirs, Balaruc-le-Vieux, Herault, 34540

What's nearby

  • A calm lake at sunset with reeds in the foreground and a distant shoreline.
    Étang de Thau
    16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ancient Mediterranean Garden
    4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • beach near Jardin Antique Méditerranéen
    4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Mont Saint-Clair
    21 min drive - 12.0 km
  • Plage Naturiste Cap d'Agde
    51 min drive - 43.1 km

Getting around

  • Sete (XSY-Sete Train Station)
    8 min drive
  • Montpellier (MPL-Montpellier - Mediterranean)
    24 min drive

Restaurants

  • Buffalo Grill
    4 min walk
  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Zio
    4 min drive
  • Le Moka
    4 min drive
  • Le Belouga
    5 min drive

About this property

The Originals City Hotel Hippocampe Sète Balaruc

  • Hotel connected to a shopping center
  • Take advantage of a shopping mall on site, conference space, and a snack bar/deli at The Originals City Hotel Hippocampe Sète Balaruc. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • Other perks at this hotel include:
    • Free self parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), an electric car charging station, and express check-out
    • Express check-in, multilingual staff, and free newspapers
  • Room features
  • All 55 rooms include comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks like laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
    • 40-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels
    • Wardrobes/closets, electric kettles, and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekends; EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Shopping mall
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 538 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 10 per pet, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total pets
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.73 per person, per night. This tax does not apply to children under 18 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 12 for adults and EUR 6 for children
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10.0 per day

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations; for further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation

National rating

This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France.

Frequently asked questions

Is The Originals City Hotel Hippocampe Sète Balaruc pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total). There's a fee of EUR 10 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at The Originals City Hotel Hippocampe Sète Balaruc?

As of Jul 14, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Originals City Hotel Hippocampe Sète Balaruc on Jul 21, 2026 start from CA $100, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Originals City Hotel Hippocampe Sète Balaruc?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Originals City Hotel Hippocampe Sète Balaruc?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Originals City Hotel Hippocampe Sète Balaruc located?

Located in the heart of Balaruc-le-Vieux, this hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Étang de Thau, Ancient Mediterranean Garden, and O'balia Spa. Office de Tourisme Balaruc-les-Bains and Osez Plonger are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

The Originals City Hotel Hippocampe Sète Balaruc Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.8

Cleanliness

7.0

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 255 out of 628 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 260 out of 628 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 76 out of 628 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 628 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 628 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stopover success.

Lovely budget hotel. Perfect for our 1 night stop over. Breakfast was one of the best choices we have had. We would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023
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8/10 Good

Toufic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good value

Good value hotel, for an overnight stay. Located in commercial area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
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6/10 Okay

Pieter

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very basic accommodation in Industrial park location with limited facilities and dining choices.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Didier

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Petsonnel acceuillant
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
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8/10 Good

Francoise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No fridge in the room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
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8/10 Good

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Établissement propre, petit déjeuner et personnel en accord avec les 3 étoiles.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Très bien. Notre hôtel à chaque passage ds la région.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Guillem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Chambre propre , personnels sympa et disponible, bon petit déjeuner
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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6/10 Okay

Nathalie

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Petit déjeuner cher
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Christophe

Liked: Staff & service
Bof bof. Hotel sans charme dans zone commerciale déprimante. Ma chambre sentait fortement la cigarette. Staff très sympathique cependant.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Chambre propre, personnel courtois, équipements nickel.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Personnel très agréable. Salle du oetit déjeuner trés plaisante avec des couleurs rapprlant bien l'occitanie. Bon choix de produits pour le oetit déjeuner. Seul bémol, la litrie est déplorable. Une nuit passée et une lombalgie en prime.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Chambre propre avec confort . Super qualité prix . Personnel très sympathique
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Clelia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Chambre propre personnel tres gentil seul bemol borne voiture electrique hs
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emmanuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Accueil chaleureux, comme toujours! Chambre confortable et au calme.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

georges

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
accueil des plus agréable hôtel correct
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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6/10 Okay

Said

Liked: Staff & service
L insonorisation pourrait etre ameliore
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Serge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Gérants à l'écoute du client.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Accueil très sympathique et professionnel et petit déjeuner parfait
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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8/10 Good

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hôtel calme et agréable. Bonsoir services
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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4/10 Poor

michael

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Acoustique ? Pourquoi faire. Très agréable d’avoir la sensation que les gens qui passent dans le couloir sont rentrés dans votre chambre !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

vincent

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
un "accueil" comme je n'en avais jamais vu ! et heureusement !
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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4/10 Poor

mathieu

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Manque d'hygiene/ Bruyant/
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

lydia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Séjour détente

Hotel bien situé accueil agréable
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

Dominique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Voyage découverte

Séjour correct,bon accueil.Une amélioration a envisager,mettre des prises supplémentaires dans la chambre.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025