Booking Options
Free Internet, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
breakfast was lovely
spacious, comfortable and clean with an amazing breakfast
spacious, comfortable and clean with an amazing breakfast
the hotel was very central only the bar across the road played their music extremely loud and we had to use
a bit noisy in my room because of the bar opposite the hotel. but generally shut up about 1am.
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
probably the best breakfast we have had in a hotel. excellent staff, bar and dining room.
understand it must be cost prohibitive to keep the bar / hotel open late evening but it s such a shame as it
everything closed at 9pm, bar closed and doors locked, maybe 11-12pm would give guests more options to use the
lovely area friendly staff family room pet friendly parking opposite breakfast was good and coffee was serve
bad wifi
Booking Options
Free Internet, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
family room with adjoining room for kids was great. good location very helpful staff.
the room was comfortable, divided in two rooms, one for us and the other one for the kids
iffy wifi
excellent room service
wifi was a trifle ifi
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
mat and some coasters for our drinks beside the bed or maybe a division between our bed and the kids single beds
to the old parts of dinan and stopped at plan b and had the most amazing salmon burgers and the kids had goats
although it was a b&b there it was easy to get drinks from the bar during the afternoon and early evening and
the suite we had with a separate fully equipped kitchen and lounge was very comfortable and the breakfast was
there is a nice local bar
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
more could have been done to decorate it nicely and the furniture in the kitchenette and bathroom areas is very
room service or meals provided in the hotel even tho they don t have a restaurant
) - kitchen quite limited in terms of space but we weren't cooking etc as eating out in the town during
tea and coffee making facilities in kitchen but no coffee tea sugar or bottled water available in property
breakfast too expensive, so we had it in a bar outside for exactly half of the price
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
was big, comfortable and with everything we needed - the only negative point was the unreliable wifi but otherwise
wifi worked well
the bed was lumpy. it seems new so probably just needs a pad. the wifi wasn't very strong.
the wifi was very unreliable.
wifi unstable, no kettle in the room no heating in bathroom
Booking Options
Free Internet, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
wifi was slow, but that was true of most places we stayed in france
rooms always clean and lovely fresh breakfast
the hosts are very kind and the breakfast was excellent
really needs a deep clean and the wifi is very patchy in the rooms
location is perfect, breakfast was really good especially this variety of bread
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
we were two adults and two kids in a quadruple room
nice room, two rooms on two floors for you family of 4 persons which made the kids happy
dogs were allowed in the hotel and the barking woke us up along with kids screaming
free wifi but connection to internet was not possible
dogs were allowed in the hotel and the barking woke us up along with kids screaming
Booking Options
Free Internet, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
no staff, so no welcome, no bar service, no water in room, no provision for a takeaway breakfast
breakfast was delicious
wifi worked fine
as soon as we checked in and didn t leave us wifi password & we couldn t get a drink from the bar as no
emailed key box instructions and let ourselves into a dark entrance hall (all curtains in the bar and restaurant
Booking Options
Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
free parking of course
the bar and decor were lovely and breakfast was nice
good parking
the bed the bathroom the breakfast all really first class
there is good parking on site
Booking Options
Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
was comfortable, spa was an unexpected bonus [ the booking was last minute and there was only one other choice
no air con. limited bar area but not problematic
the spa is also open (with many good covid regulations) so taking a sauna and jacuzzi was an extra
bar was a little lacking in atmosphere
access to the spa included. view is relaxing (trees, park?). warm welcome.
Booking Options
Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
kids were upset as mum didn t have any dinner
great rooms for familys with kids, very helpful staff, great location. will stay again
pool could have been a bit warmer
pool area is good, lots of parking, new hotel area is in great condition
proximity to dinan & st malo spa facility & sauna
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
good location and easy parking
on site parking is available and free
it was clean, free parking and there was wifi available
good location, plenty of parking, large comfortable bed, plenty of hot water.
off the main road.. space to park a car and trailer.
Booking Options
Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
the spa bath was just nice, as we had a lot of rain
good sized room with a comfortable bed. great view and breakfast. free parking.
parking is in front of the house but as there are only a few rooms it s very easy to find a spot
wifi signal was very weak in our room, there were stronger signals but the one listed in the
free parking at the property, lots of hot water, good shower
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Indoor Play Area, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
the ground are fanatastic, very quiet, good for the kids to run around
kids loved the billiards room and the bouncy-castle
was large, with three separate bedrooms, perfect for a family with one small kid and two older kids/teenagers
it s an old castle, my kids said that was squeaky. i absolutely loved it
yard for the kids to play, room size, chateau.
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
great place for a family as they have rooms with a loft for kids
wifi reception and availability was poor.
great place for a family as they have rooms with a loft for kids
wifi does t work
free parking at hotel
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
wifi good enough to catch up on tv on computer
the bed was so comfortable. also the parking was safe & near my room. breakfast is good value.
just outside st malo, easy access, parking, practical and functional. friendly staff.
bed ok,clean,sucre parking ,value stay
30am the laundry man woke me up when he knocked his large trolly
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
booked a twin and a double as we had kids
wifi was very poor no electrify in the morning
parking was good and close to our chalet
quiet area and secure parking as there is a gate which closes overnight
excellent that the disabled parking bays were immediately outside our, which made it easy for us to access our
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
our kids really enjoy it
had a bunk bed for the kids which didn't really work for us, we had to move the top matress onto the
bunk beds good and kids slept well
kids enjoyed the pool
the bar area was air conditioned and roomy
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
the room was a duplex that separated us from the kids.
central location, parking available
safe onsite parking and free wifi were included
the room was a duplex that separated us from the kids.
poor wifi access
Booking Options
Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
we were a family of 4 (2 adults and 2 kids - 5 and 8yrs old) but she wanted to split us as she only had 2 tables
nice big rooms with a lot of room for kids, yummy breakfast
the sofa bed was a tad uncomfortable but we gave our 4 kids the proper bed so to be expected.
stop over room, one large room for 2 grown ups and 2 kids, super stylish and comfortable
didn't know what to do with kids towels after theirs showers
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
clean, comfy, good wifi, easy. would definitely stay again.
plenty of parking
ease of access, secure parking
the hotel has a bar and restaurant although we arrived late so 9nl6 sampled the bar
checking, tired hotel but clean and comfortable with private parking, easy to find, close to road but soundproofed
Booking Options
Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
restaurant was a bit too upmarket for us with the kids! plenty of others nearby though
unsure before from photos but it was a separate room for parents & kids
reliable wifi
free parking was a welcome bonus, and the restaurant served one of the best meals we've had at a hotel
rooms a bit small, parking difficult
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
people in room below banging on ceiling in the morning when our kids were up so we left the hotel at 0630 as
property is great with kids and close to shops, food and the ferry
where our room was right by the main door, but being busy is the mark of a good hotel, and it was kids making
parking was reserved for us in a disabled space
no bar left too early to have breakfast at 8am
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
the location is not so nice, there isn't any play area for kids
booking a room for 2 adults and 2 kids on booking
it's located 2 minutes from the aquarium which is great for kids
pet friendly & comfortable hotel
excellent stay for 1 night, clean, small and nice room, great breakfast..
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Indoor Play Area
limited parking, but there are plenty of spaces on the street:
free roadside parking easy to find and just left car there for entire stay
location: few steps from the centre + free parking spots all around, extremely friendly staff, nice room (maybe
owner for everything, location within dinard was good, right before the center with free parking
located, hotel les alizes is a short walk to the town centre and beach & casino, with a good choice of restaurants
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
clean, modern with good facilities. free parking immediately outside the hotel.
, relaxed atmosphere, very friendly owners , very comfortable beds, nice lounge to read in and bar to enjoy a
there is a bar but closes quite early, limited choice and no seats although there is a lounge area
street parking outside the hotel is available although space tight
drawback is the necessity for on-street car parking, which is difficult after about 1900 in the evening
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
pro-active staff when sorting wifi, helping park our car giving directions
was free wifi which worked fine apart from in the bedroom area of our room, only in the bathroom
breakfast, lovely location, free parking available on property and on street and welcoming, warm hosts
our car was so wide we didn't risk trying to get it through the gate but the parking on the street is free and
location (30 mins walk from the downtown), very nice personnel, good wifi, excellent breakfast, very clean and
Booking Options
Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Indoor Play Area, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
i loved the kids club and plenty of activities during easter weekend
kids club
only small suggestion i would make is that the eclipsal running machine in the gym needs service or probably
the swimming pool and spa was perfect as you could use it at any time with children
the bed was luxurious. the decor was stylish. the bathroom was a treat. high end spa facilities.
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
rooms had option for interconnection which was great for kids
was not includedud83dude22 the wifi in my room was very weak
rooms had option for interconnection which was great for kids
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
there is public parking near the hotel, but there is an inexpensive parking 5 minutes away, we left the car
hotel is very well situated close to the center and restaurants but in a quiet street with easy parking
staff were very pleasant and helpful, wifi access good and large comfortable bed.
great stay near all bar and restaurant
parking on street nearby
Booking Options
Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
the small pool was heated and had a gorgeous view
as excellent, except perhaps the bar selection was not up to scratch especially the selection of scotch whiskies
pool, rooms are very nice and with high quality standard
spa treatments were good value and the area although small was very calming and the beautician
breakfast and restaurant were incredible
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
excellent breakfast, superb evening meals. owner valerie very welcoming
host did not check to see what time we were leaving so left in the morning without breakfast on the last day
very friendly hosts. great breakfast. lots of sightseeing tips.
breakfast wonderful and the owners so welcoming, friendly and hospitable. a real joy
breakfast is very simple, but then, the room price is very modest, so no complaint
Booking Options
Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
was perfect : nice room, very clean, staff very professional & good breakfast
great position, well organised room service and good quality if not generously portioned meals.
breakfast was limited
we liked everything about the hotel. we chose not to have breakfast so can't comment on that.
drinks at the bar were expensive
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, On-Site Childcare
most regrettably at night, from the kitchen downstairs at the brasserie de la houle and from the bar and
the position, the view, parking
the hotelier was very friendly and helpful, the parking behind the hotel wonderfully convenient (especially as
no people to great and nofacilities ie bar not open no water or tea/coffee
and the bonus of dinard golf links golf course five minutes away
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
loved this cute, quirky hotel with an excellent location and fantastic parking in a secure area at the rear of
the private parking was a huge bonus
is stunning, the rooms are spacious, the breakfast room is royal and everything is home made, the parking is
secure on site parking
great safe parking and big room and old traditional hotel ud83dudc4d
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
had a meal at the restaurant with two active kids
pet-friendly, location, the staff
nice location, lovely bar n breakfast area
views fantastic with access to the beach and the casino
view from the bar and from the restaurant looked directly across the water to saint malo and was brilliant
Booking Options
Free Internet, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
the provision for kids is also limited, we are lucky and our toddlers liked truffle toasties but in general
'tapas' in the bar was so bad as to be funny: a tin of sprats and two pots of shop bought pate
no where to lounge outside hotel and just relax in the sun except terrace by bar
beautiful location and our room was very nice (albeit small) breakfast was plentiful
a bit high for bar food
Booking Options
Free Internet, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
breakfast delicious
bar on the expensive side
the days we were there, the hotel restaurant and bar closed each evening from 6
especially the wifi is below todays standards
wifi was erratic
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
parking and a continental breakfast was available,which was very good
why is the cunningham bar across the park still closed ? it's such an iconic bar
very good room car parking was very good...
safe parking
there were a lot of free parking slots just in front of the hotel, the view is amazing, rooms are much bigger
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
bar closed
its ok when the temperatures are more tolerable we didnt double check before leaving, but no bar or restaurant
wifi was ok after a more complex than usual log
good location. liked the garden exit to the town. bonus to have a little kitchen
garage with ev charging station
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
arrived too late at night to do anything about a room swap and kids were exhausted
the child bunk bed above the double bed was a hit with my kids
good reserved parking for 10 euros
value location, secure parking just across the street or outside the hotel, need to mention parking prices in
wifi does not realy work in the third floor
Booking Options
Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Indoor Play Area, Avaialable Crib
and hammam not for kids under 16, which we didn't think was necessary (our kids are sauna proven and would have
at first a bit weird, turned out to be a great boon for relaxing swimming, especially for the kids on their next
for kids in the hotel (before there was a corner with games, small welcome gifts)
kids are welcomed in the pools
it s definitely not a hotel suitable for kids and babies
Booking Options
Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
one thing - there was no door between parents and kids sleeping areas in the room, so when the kids are asleep
brilliant large room and super low down beds for the kids
the kids loved the fact that after a boat trip they could still have a swim at 10pm at night!
kids try to be funny and keep opening the bathroom doors
the kids enjoy the swimming pool very much
Booking Options
Free Internet, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
the family room included key lock doors which made it hard for the kids to come in in the night if they were
breakfast good and lovely bonus to have toys and computer for kids to play with
clean, comfortable beds, interconnected rooms ideal for travelling with kids
no facilities for kids
i booked were not together - we were on separate floors which is difficult when travelling with kids
Booking Options
Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
the restaurant is very nice in the property, there is a loft as wellend a convenient parking
just the tiniest point - the bathroom was equipped with every goodie one could want, except for a bar of soap
parking great
the chateau was beautiful and the parking was safe and close by
very comfortable, fridge in room and very easy parking
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
the kids loved the bunk bed
kids loved the bunk beds of the family room
the family room was great, the kids loved the bunked bed and we appreciated the large double bed
parking available on site at acceptable price staff speak good english very reasonable price good wifi
check in- room service and location. we had dinner in a nearby restaurant.
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
fridge would be nice for some cold water in the room or keeping a few things such as milk for kids
a bit noisy, poor wifi.
overall clean and tidy, good wifi and good location.
wifi good
wifi was only live for 15 mins so this was a negative
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
in the room would be a nice touch because leaving the windows open is a hassle with the local kids shouting at
able to leave bags at the bar before entering room
breakfast isn t included in the room rate, but is offered for 13 in the owners cafe bar across the
the breakfast was in the bar across the road which was very good
the hotel's bar opposite is charming, patronised by locals, and has a good view
Booking Options
Free Internet, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
clean, big and proper beds for all kids
good breakfast
option of an evening meal would be good, only a rather pricey room service option
we didn't have breakfast we had to catch the ferry
finally we avoided the bar as a small (around 100ml) glass of average wine was 9 euros
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
if it wasn t late and we had the kids with us
liked been there for the local flavour enhanced by the bar downstairs
would have been handy to have the bar open to relax after a long journey
wifi connection is bad.
close to train station and pet friendly
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
not get access to wifi in our room
and bar were closed when i arrived (21:00)
the wifi was not good and kept on dropping out
we were not informed that neither the bar nor the restaurant were open that friday evening .
old carpets throughout the hotel and in rooms, no in room wifi and even in bar area the wifi often dropped out
Booking Options
Free Internet, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Indoor Play Area, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
lift was tiny, really talking one perosn at a time so maybe akward for a family with multiple kids
friendly, great with our kids, helpful
we stayed with our two youngs kids and they shared the pull out bed
very hot no water or fridge available had to have windows open bar down the road closes at 3am this means you
great breakfast
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
we had 2 rooms interconnected so it was very convenient to stay with the kids
it also has a small bar which if you have a meal out and about in the walled city is nice to pop back and have
the wifi was quite bad, intermittent, poor
poor wifi no water in rooms. no fridge
r cooling) as it can get quite warm in the summer and can't leave the window open due to the bar next door
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
wish the bed (king) was queen and the kids beds weren't on top of each other (because my kids fight, so would
made a booking for a family room with 2 kids
wifi was down the duration of our stay.
wifi very poor
didn't use the bar but breakfast was fine
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
rooms are modern and quiet, always a nice view across the kids park
poor wifi and sparsely equipped gym
wifi is not very efficient sometimes.
wifi was very poor, staff could be more helpful
room service breakfast that was included in the price of the room
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
in any way, also without kids i don t think it is a great idea
not a big complaint, but the bar closed quite early, 9pm.
nice bar
nice little bar downstairs
great bar and seating area and good breakfast selection
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
had an amazing time staying with my 2 kids
staff were very helpful and friendly to the kids,and took the time to chat with them
breakfast, secure parking (payment required) in the centre of the old city very useful and good wifi
no coffee making facilities , no bottle of water on arrival in room , the bar was closed when i wanted to buy
wifi could have been stronger at times.
Booking Options
Free Internet, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
as we were travelling with young kids we had to keep windows shut due to loud noise
they put a kids bed into the room already what was nice
and this was the room that i gave to my two kids
location was perfect- clean facilities- excellent breakfast.
with the wifi
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
or limited wifi in the room
wifi signal was not very strong
poor wifi connection, very thin walls so you ll hear your other guests.
by the way, the speed of the wifi is among the best i have experienced in hotels in france
only minus was poor wifi in ( we stayed in third floor) .
Booking Options
Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
pool was small but very warm and intimate, same with the gym and all very clean
breakfast was exceptional, great food at fair price
excellent hotel, the breakfast was good quality buffet style with plenty of choice
breakfast was good
beautiful hotel, extremely comfortable rooms and good breakfast.
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
the wifi was also pretty fast
bathroom, wifi perfect
internet in the whole saint malo is sucks, wifi in the hotel the rdc is ok but upstairs is a little bit tricky
wifi worked well, the shower was good, the bed was very comfortable, the breakfast was delicious
Booking Options
Free Internet, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
no good dinner menu for kids
family adjoining room was configured so that the main room of the suite was for the kids and we, as adults were
dry cleaning service, parking always full, unconfortable to drive in front of the hotel with kids and heavy
the light switchs were broken (3 out of 5), this is dangerous especially for kids
not great when travelling with very young kids
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
good quadruple room for two adults and two kids
we d been travelling with young kids for 13 hours and were exhausted, and had to leave relatively early the
phone didn't reliably get the wifi; my laptop managed, although it, too, didn't have the best reception
but the absolute best was the wonderful bar which was superbly staffed and stocked and had a fabulous atmosphere
a restaurant and a bar of the highest quality
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
the room is huge, perfect for a family, the kids loved having the top floor
our room was perfect for families with kids
was room smelt a bit stale on arrival but was very clean and was a great place to stay with kids
paying for the view, there probably better options but as a duplex with 2 kids it was the only option when
fun staying in the attic of the building with the kids in a mezzanine level in the rafters
Booking Options
Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Complimentary Parking, Kid Friendly, Kiddie Pool
especially all around pool area
amazing staff lovely food clean and tidy beautiful pool
peaceful location. good rooms. swimming pool, small bar, good food.
the pool was excellent
there was a small hedged garden, leading off our room with direct access to the pool
Booking Options
Swimming Pool, Free Internet, Kid Friendly, Avaialable Crib
it's is big and spacious and has a nice bar which overlooks the beach
also gym very limited
breakfast, staff, location was all great. spa pools
location, facilities, pool and jacuzzi
hotel has a swimming pool and jacuzzi a nice addition to your visit
Booking Options
Free Internet, Kid Friendly, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
kids beds uncomfortable. hotel on the roadside
breakfast was expensive and wifi is awful.
no a/c and wifi didn't work
wifi sometimes works and sometimes doesn't, which should be looked further to investigate what
up from vendee, a trouble-free check-in, to nice peaceful room, then found our favourite little bar on le sillon
Booking Options
Free Internet, Free Breakfast Buffet, Kid Friendly, On-Site Childcare, Avaialable Crib
breakfast was excellent and staff were very nice
a lactose intolerance breakfast choice for me was limited
the breakfast and the view
the rooms had smell of smoke, another had ugly smell of dogs (we had asked for non smoking and pet free because
great breakfast, seaside location, nice and clean design