Disappointing stay at the Mercure. Room photos were deceptive - we booked a privilege, ocean view, garden. It promises a balcony - there was no balcony you can sit on or even really move around on due to two sets of double glazing. The balcony is effectively about 15 inches wide. Bathroom was good, pillows awful, decoration depressing.
The public areas are tired including the foyer, lifts etc. The immediate surroundings are shabby. There were regularly homeless people
by the doors and opposite, litter and discarded drinks all down the street.
To cap it off, there were a series of concerts in an adjoining park on all 3 nights. The bass literally shook the windows of the room (despite two sets of glazing) and went on each night until just after midnight.
I wouldn’t stay here again, or recommend it - it’s close to the beach and walkable to town but that’s about it. They don’t have to try too hard, so they don’t.