SuiteHotel Lille Europe Lille travel guide

Location. The Suitehotel Lille Europe is located in Lille, France, one kilometre from the old town, Vieux Lille, and 10 kilometres from the airport. Euralille shopping centre is less than a block away.

Hotel Features. A funkily designed hotel with retro styling, the Suitehotel Lille Europe's lobby has orange light fittings, bean bags, and leather armchairs with brightly printed cushions. The cool design ethic continues throughout the hotel, with an eclectically furnished bar area and cafe.

Guests can take away snacks and meals from the café to enjoy in their suites.

There is a self-service business centre with fax machine and Internet access. A copying service is also offered.

The hotel has a suite open to all guests with wireless Internet access, a library of music and movies, and complimentary local calls. There is also a fitness centre and massage treatment room, and massages are complimentary on Thursdays.

Suites. The 126 air-conditioned guestroom suites have kitchenettes with microwaves and refrigerators, and dining areas. The funky decor features brightly coloured soft furnishings, curvy mirrors, and unusual lamps. Facilities include satellite television, wireless Internet access, and safes. Complimentary newspapers are provided every day, and complimentary toiletries and bathrobes are also supplied in bathrooms.

Expert Tip. Lille was named European Capital of Culture in 2004. Its cultural attractions include an annual Comic Festival, held the first week in November, and a fine arts museum that is the largest in France after the Louvre.