Located opposite the striking Rolex Learning Centre building on the outskirts of town, this bright new hotel has fresh, smartly designed rooms, new bedding, lots of natural light, opening windows and plenty of plugs and ports for your high-tech gadgets. Many rooms even have views over the lake.
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Lonely Planet's must-see attractions
18.61 MILES
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Conservatoire et Jardin Botaniques
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