Le Comptoir du Trappeur sur Rhodes

Excellent two-day stay at the end of March. I had booked the Jack London lodge for four adults. Before my arrival, I had a few additional questions and always received answers by calling the park. The lodge reception area is truly lovely, with smiling and friendly staff. We were given all the information we needed for our stay. We were able to visit the park in peace and quiet (it was a weekday and off-season). The "Chez Liliane" restaurant was the only one open (given the crowds, it seemed logical not to open more to avoid food waste). There wasn't a huge selection, but the main courses were good and generous. The park has numerous benches placed along the various paths, which is very helpful for people who have difficulty standing for long periods. When the lodge was ready, the team drove us and our luggage in an electric buggy. The accommodation was truly magnificent. Large, very clean, and fully equipped, with views of the black wolves from the terrace, the living room, and both bedrooms. The jacuzzi was spacious, and the water temperature was perfect (despite an outside temperature between 0 and 5 degrees Celsius). The evening meal was excellent (we chose our dishes before our arrival), and the breakfast was generous with very good products (many of which were even locally sourced). The following day, we had the opportunity to take the miniature train tour, which allowed us to see a part of the park that is inaccessible on foot. All four of us were delighted with our 48 hours at Sainte Croix, and we thank all the park staff for their professionalism and kindness.

A wonderful experience: we stayed at the Bear Lodge for one night. Regarding the check-in: excellent, smooth, and quick. The staff is kind and welcoming. Regarding the accommodation: it's truly a magical experience. The view of the bears, bison, and coyotes in a vast enclosure is truly an unforgettable experience. The animals are easily visible. The hotel-style service is excellent; the accommodation is very clean, spacious, and comfortable. The bedding is very good. The respect for the environment is also appreciated. Everything is done to ensure a pleasant stay. Regarding the park: access to the park for two days really allows you to enjoy it, especially outside of peak hours. The park is well laid out, and you can see the animals clearly, particularly when the park is quiet. It's truly delightful. Regarding the food: dinner and breakfast are very good. The view from the panoramic restaurant at breakfast allows you to watch the deer being fed, which is very enjoyable. It's really fantastic! Breakfast was plentiful and good. Dinner was decent and filling. I recommend it!

A few minor points for improvement, which explain why we didn't give it a 5-star rating: - The food lacked variety. It was decent, but we expected better considering the price of the stay. - We were informed at 2 pm that we wouldn't have our lodge until 3:30 pm (instead of 2 pm as originally planned). Special mention to Aurélien and Ulysse, the nature guides, who were truly fantastic. We really enjoyed the black bear lodge and the park in general. Overall, we had a very good stay.

Magnificent park. Surrounded by nature with very wide open spaces.

We have stayed at Parc Sainte-Croix several times and it is always an unforgettable and timeless experience!

We slept at the park with our 10-month-old baby, and frankly, we weren't expecting it to be so intense. The howling of the wolf pack at night, just a few meters away, and being able to see them so close... The park is really great, with a family atmosphere, and the staff are friendly and professional everywhere we went, from the lodge reception to the restaurant at Liliane's.

Don't hesitate for a second, this park is truly welcoming, and the care provided by the staff is evident. And let's not forget the reception staff, who are simply wonderful and incredibly attentive. Spending a night in a lodge surrounded by wolves was a magnificent experience. Thank you so much for this incredible discovery!

Too expensive a restaurant for pasta.

We spent a day and a night at the park in March. The welcome, parking, and explanations about how the park works were all excellent: everything was very professional. The animals were lovely to watch, even though many were "hiding" in areas accessible only through the paid safari. For the night, we chose the romantic option at €49. For this price, we found the service a bit basic: a few petals on the bed, two towels folded into the shape of a swan, and a bottle of Crémant d'Alsace. A better quality bottle would have been appreciated given the price. The bedding, however, was top-notch and allowed us to rest very well. The meal included in the stay was decent, and the restaurant was particularly pleasant. We would have liked to visit the park in the morning, after breakfast, before checking out. Unfortunately, the entrances were closed, which is a shame: offering this privilege to overnight visitors would be a real bonus.

Everything is perfectly laid out and planned, this park is magnificent and definitely worth a visit.