***** Start process hotel master code: 681441 ***** Processing language: en Start processing master|Master|681441|Language|en Get hotel info by default process. Combining hotel infos|Master|681441|Language|en *** Getting hotel info for distinct suppliers *** Supplier: 4020 - Service called - Response: OK Supplier: 24 - Service called - Response: OK Supplier: 7000 - Service called - Response: OK Supplier: 10120 - Service called - Response: OK Result. HotelInfos obtained for every supplier Time (ms) 1288 |End Getting hotel info for distinct suppliers *** COMBINE PROCESS *** Info by master code City code: 1890 Country code: 4 Category code: 4* Category name: 4 STARS Country name: FRANCE Address country name: France City name: SAINT AVOLD Address city name: SAINT AVOLD Address line: général patton, 45 Zip: 57500 Region code: 0 Section type: 1 Supplier: 10120 Description section Name OK ==> Using value: [BB Hotel Saint-Avold Nord] General description OK ==> Using value: [Located in Saint-Avold, BB Hotel Saint-Avold Nord is in a rural location, a 4-minute drive from Saint-Avold Church and 9 minutes from St. Maurice Church. This 4-star hotel is 5 mi (8.1 km) from Lorraine American Cemetery and Memorial and 6 mi (9.6 km) from Fort Bambesch.. Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as bicycles to rent, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and shopping on site. This hotel also features tour/ticket assistance and a vending machine.] Hotel descriptions OK ==> Using value: [ , , Service animals are allowed. Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions. Pets allowed, Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.. Professional property host/manager. Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas. Contactless check-out is available. Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures. Contactless food service / room service is available. Social distancing measures are in place. Individually-wrapped food options are available. Property is cleaned with disinfectant. Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer. Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures. Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner. Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service. Cashless transactions are available. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast. Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Food service has been amended for enhanced safety. Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing. Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant, Visa, Debit cards not accepted, American Express, Cash, Mastercard, Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel's room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are served on weekdays from 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee., This property has received its official star rating from the French Tourism Development Agency, ATOUT France., Featured amenities include a business center, express check-in, and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite., Make yourself at home in one of the 74 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Complimentary wireless Internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers., Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

Saint-Avold Church - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Lorraine American Cemetery and Memorial - 8.1 km / 5 mi
Fort Bambesch - 9.6 km / 6 mi
Church of Sainte-Croix - 11.3 km / 7 mi
Maison des Cultures Frontieres - 11.6 km / 7.2 mi
St. Maurice Church - 11.7 km / 7.3 mi
Golf de Faulquemont-Pontpierre - 13.6 km / 8.5 mi
Church of Saint-Jean-Baptiste - 16.1 km / 10 mi
Voelklingen Ironworks - 19.7 km / 12.2 mi
Europa Denkmal - 20.5 km / 12.7 mi
Parc Explor Wendel - 21.3 km / 13.3 mi
SHG-Kliniken Völklingen - 21.5 km / 13.4 mi
Saar-Hunsrueck Nature Park - 22.5 km / 14 mi
Adventure Mine Velsen - 22.6 km / 14 mi
Spielothek Casino - 22.6 km / 14.1 mi

The nearest airports are:
Metz (ETZ-Metz - Nancy - Lorraine) - 59.3 km / 36.8 mi
Saarbruecken (SCN) - 38.4 km / 23.9 mi

, Near Saint-Avold Church, Business property, Pet-friendly property, Golf, Natural, Golf property, Business] Hotel description Names OK ==> Using value: [ Instructions, know before you go, Pets, Special Instructions, Payments (EUR), Dining, National ratings, Business amenities, Rooms, Attractions, Headline, Themes] Section type: 2 Supplier: 10120 Address section. 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mandatory:

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

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

,Fee - optional:

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

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