Les Olivades in Gap, hotel with restaurant and valley views
Les Olivades is a hotel with restaurant in Gap, in the Hautes-Alpes, with free parking, air-conditioned rooms and a garden. Guests praise the welcome, the food and the breakfasts. I recommend it to families, couples and anyone touring the region by car.
Written by Valeria Romano
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Where Les Olivades is and how to get there
Les Olivades is in Gap, on the Route de Malcombe, a few kilometres from the centre. The hotel is easy to reach via the A51 motorway and has a free private car park, with an electric car charging point. It is therefore an address designed for those travelling by car.
The location is appreciated, as it keeps the town within easy reach while still offering calm. Several guests also talk about a lovely view over the valley from the garden. For day trips, the ski resorts of Ancelle and Orcières and Lake Serre-Ponçon are natural destinations from Gap.
What the rooms and spaces are like
The rooms at Les Olivades are air-conditioned and decorated in a contemporary style. They have an LCD screen, a minibar and a tray with a kettle. Guests describe them as clean, comfortable and modern, with bedding that makes you want to sleep well.
- The family room. A family of four finds it very large and well designed, and other parents talk about spacious rooms planned with children in mind.
- Breakfast. Continental, served in the dining room or directly in the room. Reviews describe it as local, generous and of high quality.
- The garden and pool. One guest mentions an outdoor pool to try in season, and several talk about a pleasant garden in summer where children can enjoy themselves.
- Wellness. On site you can book treatments such as massage or reflexology.
The restaurant, the highlight of the address
Going by the reviews, people do not come to Les Olivades just to sleep. The restaurant comes up in almost every comment, and several guests make it a must. The kitchen showcases seasonal dishes made with local produce.
Guests talk about a bistro-style cuisine, delicate, with very good vegetables, in a vaulted room with a soft, subdued atmosphere. There is a children's menu and an adults' menu, which makes it a good table for family meals. Several people say they return for special occasions, and the hotel also hosts receptions.
What guests say about Les Olivades
The reviews are almost all enthusiastic. The word that comes up most is welcome, with staff described as attentive, kind and very professional, both at the hotel and in the restaurant. Cleanliness, calm and the quality of breakfast come next.
There is one dissenting voice, however. One guest gave the lowest score after a very slow service in the restaurant, with a long wait for a menu he found expensive, and he thought the child's ice cream was overpriced. He does admit the food is good. This review is an isolated one, but it is a reminder that on busy days the service can take its time.
What to know before you book
Here is the summary I would give a friend who is hesitating. Les Olivades is a comfortable address, with a table that matters as much as the rooms.
| What guests like | What to keep in mind |
|---|---|
| Welcome and staff, much appreciated | Restaurant service can be slow on some days |
| Clean, air-conditioned and modern rooms | A car is needed to get around easily |
| Quality restaurant and breakfast | One guest finds the menu prices high |
| Free parking and a charging point | The pool is more of a warm-weather feature |
If you plan to have dinner, book your table in advance, especially at weekends or during receptions.
Who I recommend it to
I would choose Les Olivades for a weekend as a couple or as a family around Gap, with a good dinner to round it off. The hotel also suits electric car drivers, thanks to the charging point, and those who want to combine hiking, skiing and relaxation with a massage.
I would advise against it for anyone travelling without a car or looking for an address right in the town centre. Otherwise, it is a solid choice.
What to do around Gap
From Les Olivades you can reach the ski resorts of Ancelle and Orcières for a day in the mountains, or Lake Serre-Ponçon for a getaway by the water. Gap also serves as a starting point for exploring the region.
If you extend your trip towards the south of the region, have a look at Chez Joëlle et Daniel in Entrevaux or Plumard in Arles. I can only give you their name and town, but both are possible stops in Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.
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