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October 5, 2023
This beloved old hotel has a new life thanks to the two young men who took it over recently. The vibe is casual now, great for the paleontologists, cyclists, and tourists who choose Les Eyzies as home base in the region. The kitchen turns out excellent fare when the restaurant is open. We arrived just as a plague of staff problems had the proprietors spinning to do Everything, from serving our drinks to cleaning rooms. They managed it all and with unfailing good humor, though it did mean only breakfast was available most days. My newly refurbished room was well provisioned, though I suspect the shower drain is too small for the volume of water from the fabulous shower heads. Extra points for plenty of coat hangers, efficient air-conditioning, and functional exterior shutters. Delightful outdoor terrace. Pleasant pool area. The Cro-Magnon is precisely adjacent to the prehistoric site that gave its name to the entire era and to the hotel. Don’t miss a visit yo The Abri and its good little museum. The village center is within an easy walk, so the excellent museum of prehistory is close at hand as are a handful of restaurants. I recommend the Cro-Magnon. It’s a comfortable classic given new sparkle by the current owners. Jan and Ruud offer genuine hospitality at its finest.