Lovely stay at The Mercure Hotel. Special mention to the evening receptionist, absolutely delightful. The room was clean with a very comfy bed. Bathroom a little bit on the small side, but sufficiently adequate for the 3-night stay. Good location, close to station and within walking distance of all main attractions, apart from the botanical gardens, for which taking the underground is advisable.
Slight warning to couples with young children, the hotel is located next to the station, where the usual down on their luck characters can be found. They are harmless but can be an unsuitable sight for young children.