Terms and Conditions of Sale
The companies, Résidences Services Gestion and Réside Etudes Apparthotels domiciled at 96-104 avenue Charles de Gaulle - 92200 Neuilly-sur-Seine, Relais Spa Val d’Europe SAS domiciled at 42 Avenue George V - 75008 PARIS, and Réside Luxembourg Exploitation (No. 10105721) domiciled at 3 Bld du Jazz - 4370 ESCH-sur-ALZETTE - Luxembourg, are hereinafter referred to collectively and individually as the “Operating Companies” and “Operating Company” respectively.
Article 1 – Legal framework
This agreement is, depending on the property involved, governed by the law on serviced residences or tourist residences. This agreement relates to a temporary residence only. The property may not be used as a main or secondary residence. The guest may not practice any commercial, craft or professional activity on the property. The guest may agreement will be governed by provisions in the French Civil Code and the terms and conditions stated herein.
Article 2 – Reservations
The reservation of a stay, regardless of the sales channel used, means that the guest has agreed to these Terms and Conditions of Sale (T&Cs). The reservation of an apartment from a Operating Company is only valid after the Operating Company confirms the guest’s reservation. The Operating Company is free to confirm or reject the guest’s reservation. Moreover, the reservation must (i) be guaranteed by a valid credit card issued by a reputable company; (ii) have been the subject of a prior credit agreement with the Operating Company; (iii) be followed by a down payment; or (iv) be followed by full payment for the stay.
The above-mentioned down payment will equal the price for:
Different conditions may apply for special promotions. In this case, the particular conditions stated under the price description on the reservation page or marketing material will take precedence.
The above-mentioned down payment will equal the price for:
- a one-night stay where the full stay is under 5 nights,
- a two-night stay where the full stay is between 5 and 27 nights,
- a four-night stay where the full stay is 28 nights or more.
Different conditions may apply for special promotions. In this case, the particular conditions stated under the price description on the reservation page or marketing material will take precedence.
Article 3 – Payment terms
Bills must be immediately paid when presented to the guest. On the day the guest arrives, the Operating Company will bill the guest for their entire stay, except for stays over 28 nights. For stays over 28 nights, bills will be issued and presented monthly and they will be payable in advance with any deductions made for down payments already made. Where an agreement is made that the guest’s stay will be paid by a third party, the guest will remain jointly and severally liable for the payment in question. Payment for all optional services will be required on presentation of the relevant bill. In the event of a late payment, the Operating Company will have the right to charge interest at 1.5% per month on the outstanding amount. If there is any outstanding amount on the guest’s departure date, the Operating Company will be entitled to charge the guest’s credit card for that outstanding amount.
Article 4 – Prices
All prices are stated in euros. The prices include VAT and relate only to the provision of accommodation. Prices do not include tourist taxes or optional services.
In the event of new texts, laws or regulations, likely to lead to a variation in price such as the modification of the VAT rate or the introduction of a new tax, these modifications may be passed on at any time to the prices indicated on the date of invoicing.
In addition, in case of tariffs negotiated between professionals, the Operating Company reserves the right to increase the prices indicated at the billing in proportion to the increase in the consumer price index; the effective date shall be the month following the notification by any written means of the said increase and subject to the increase of the said index by more than 5 % in relation to that existing at the last invoicing.
In the event of new texts, laws or regulations, likely to lead to a variation in price such as the modification of the VAT rate or the introduction of a new tax, these modifications may be passed on at any time to the prices indicated on the date of invoicing.
In addition, in case of tariffs negotiated between professionals, the Operating Company reserves the right to increase the prices indicated at the billing in proportion to the increase in the consumer price index; the effective date shall be the month following the notification by any written means of the said increase and subject to the increase of the said index by more than 5 % in relation to that existing at the last invoicing.
Article 5 – Security deposit
Upon arrival, the guest shall pay a €250 security deposit for a stay under 28 nights and €700 for a stay greater than 28 nights. Once the security deposit is paid, the keys will be handed over. If the guest does not make any complaint about the property at the time of arrival, the room will be deemed to be in a good state of repair and fully furnished. The security deposit will be immediately refunded in full at the time of returning the keys provided that there is no damage to the property observed and any services used on the premises have been fully paid for. Otherwise, the security deposit will be refunded within sixty (60) days of the guest’s departure, after any deductions for the repair of damage, replacement of missing items or cleaning of the property.
To guarantee the Operating Company against any damage caused or any item brought by the guest into the apartment or, in general, the residence, the Operating Company may require that the guest provide at the time of reservation a credit card number which will be valid during the entire stay and a minimum of fifteen (15) days after departure. The credit card provided as a guarantee will be charged after departure for any quotes or invoices for restoring the property to its original condition.
To guarantee the Operating Company against any damage caused or any item brought by the guest into the apartment or, in general, the residence, the Operating Company may require that the guest provide at the time of reservation a credit card number which will be valid during the entire stay and a minimum of fifteen (15) days after departure. The credit card provided as a guarantee will be charged after departure for any quotes or invoices for restoring the property to its original condition.
Article 6 – Changes to period of stay
The period of stay is the period stated in the reservation confirmation or in the accommodation offer. A stay may be extended at the discretion of the Operating Company and subject to availability. The Operating Company will not be obliged to provide the same apartment or offer the same price to the guest. If a stay extension is accepted, any new price to be applied will commence on the first actual day of the extension.
If the guest departs early, the price applicable will be the price for the shortened period and will apply from the date of the guest’s arrival, except in cases where the reservation is subject to a promotional price or is non-refundable. For an initial stay of under 28 nights, the guest is required to give notice of the new departure date to the residence at least 48 hours before the new departure. Failure to give proper notice may lead to a departure charge of two nights. For an initial stay of over 28 nights, the guest is required to give notice of the new departure date to the residence at least 7 days before the new departure. Failure to give proper notice may lead to a departure charge of between 2 and 7 nights.
If the guest departs early, the price applicable will be the price for the shortened period and will apply from the date of the guest’s arrival, except in cases where the reservation is subject to a promotional price or is non-refundable. For an initial stay of under 28 nights, the guest is required to give notice of the new departure date to the residence at least 48 hours before the new departure. Failure to give proper notice may lead to a departure charge of two nights. For an initial stay of over 28 nights, the guest is required to give notice of the new departure date to the residence at least 7 days before the new departure. Failure to give proper notice may lead to a departure charge of between 2 and 7 nights.
Article 7 – Cancellation / No-show
The guest is reminded that, in accordance with Article L242-3 of the Consumer Code, they are not entitled to the right of cancellation provided for under Article L221-28 of the same code. Any cancellation must be notified to the Operating Company in writing. The effective date of the cancellation will be the date it is received.
In the event of cancellation, compensation must be paid to the Operating Company according to the conditions described below:
Certain exceptional or special prices are likely to be non-refundable, regardless of the date of their cancellation. In these cases, the cancellation conditions above do not apply and the entire pre-paid amount will not be refunded irrespective of the reason for the cancellation.
In the same way, special prices, such as “semi-flexible” prices setting out a maximum notice period before the arrival date for cancellations, are deemed non-refundable if the full notice period is not given. The entire pre-paid amount will not be refunded irrespective of the reason for the cancellation.
In the event of cancellation, compensation must be paid to the Operating Company according to the conditions described below:
- If your stay is shorter than 5 nights: Cancellations received after 6 pm (local time) on the day of arrival will be subject to a cancellation charge equal to one night’s stay.
- If your stay is between 5 and 27 nights: any cancellation received less than 48 hours from the scheduled arrival date will result in a cancellation fee equal to a two-night stay.
- If your stay is 28 nights or more: any cancellation received less than 72 hours from the scheduled arrival date will result in a cancellation fee equal to a four-night stay.
Certain exceptional or special prices are likely to be non-refundable, regardless of the date of their cancellation. In these cases, the cancellation conditions above do not apply and the entire pre-paid amount will not be refunded irrespective of the reason for the cancellation.
In the same way, special prices, such as “semi-flexible” prices setting out a maximum notice period before the arrival date for cancellations, are deemed non-refundable if the full notice period is not given. The entire pre-paid amount will not be refunded irrespective of the reason for the cancellation.
Article 8 – Arrival and departure
Check-in is from 3 pm on the day of arrival. Check-out is before 12 noon on the day of departure. Our hotels have different working days and schedules. The guest should confirm these hours at the time of reservation and, if necessary, inform the establishment of an arrival or departure outside opening hours. The residence will arrange communication of the necessary access codes and procedure to follow directly with the guest.
Article 9 – Obligations of the guest
The guest will have reasonable use of the rented property and its facilities, which will be provided in a good state of repair in accordance with the purpose of such premises. The guest shall comply with the maximum occupancy rules applicable to the rented accommodation unit as stated in the price list for accommodation type and residence. The Operating Company reserves the right to enter the accommodation unit to check the safety conditions of the property during the stay. An inventory can be found in each apartment. The guest must check the accuracy and conditions of items upon arrival. Any defect, missing or damaged item must be reported to reception within 24 hours of arrival. When the guest departs, the Operating Company will check the inventory and the cleanliness of the apartment. The guest will be billed for any damage or missing item that was not recorded in the inventory. The Operating Company reserves the right to enter the rented unit for the purposes of maintenance or safety.
Article 10 – Liability
The Operating Company is not liable for any theft or damage to personal belongings which occurs in the apartments, including individual safes, communal areas, car parks and all other annexes and outbuildings. This rental agreement is subject to the regulations applicable to serviced residences or tourist residences. Articles 1952 et seq. of the French Civil Code, relating to hotels, are not applicable.
Article 11 – After-sales service
The on-site teams are available to handle any grievances, resolve any faults and ensure the guest fully enjoys their stay. A complaint may be sent by post to: Groupe RESIDE ETUDES, 42 Avenue George V, 75008 Paris, FRANCE.
Article 12 – Changes to services
If circumstances require it, insofar as caused by force majeure outside its control, the Operating Company may be obliged to modify completely or partially its services relating to both the accommodation and its optional services, such as breakfast. The services not provided will not be billed but no damages may be claimed against the Operating Company.
If an exceptional event occurs making it impossible for the guest to occupy the accommodation, the Operating Company may propose that the guest stay at another residence with similar services for all or part of the reserved stay. If this is impossible or the guest does not agree, the Operating Company will refund all monies already paid.
If an exceptional event occurs making it impossible for the guest to occupy the accommodation, the Operating Company may propose that the guest stay at another residence with similar services for all or part of the reserved stay. If this is impossible or the guest does not agree, the Operating Company will refund all monies already paid.
Article 13 – Termination - Penalty - Non-renewal
This agreement will be immediately terminated, as of right and without formality, in the event the guest fails to fulfil any of their obligations set out in these T&Cs or adopts inappropriate behaviour likely to disturb the stay of other occupants. The guest must immediately vacate the premises and may be forcibly removed by police.
Article 14 – Minors
The apartments of the Operating Companies are not for use by minors who are under 18 and unaccompanied by their legal guardian. Therefore, the Operating Company reserves the right to refuse access to an apartment that was reserved in ignorance of this rule. If the Operating Company discovers that the apartment will be used by an unaccompanied minor, the Operating Company may cancel the reservation or stay.
Considering the administrative constraints involved in receiving groups of children (school tours or other), the Operating Companies may refuse any such reservation.
Considering the administrative constraints involved in receiving groups of children (school tours or other), the Operating Companies may refuse any such reservation.
Article 15 – Data protection and rights
Any personal data collected at the time of reservation are necessary for processing the reservation and stay. Personal data are processed and stored in accordance with the Personal Data Protection Charter which is available at any time at https://www.groupe-reside-etudes.com/gestion-des-cookies or available from the residence’s reception on request. This Charter sets out what personal data rights guests have, how to exercise them and for how long their data can be stored for.
Every consumer has the opportunity to register for free with the telephone preference service at www.bloctel.gouv.fr to opt out of telemarketing calls. Businesses may not telephone a consumer registered with this service, except in the case of a contractual relationship.
Every consumer has the opportunity to register for free with the telephone preference service at www.bloctel.gouv.fr to opt out of telemarketing calls. Businesses may not telephone a consumer registered with this service, except in the case of a contractual relationship.
Article 16 – Settlement of consumer disputes
Pursuant to Articles L611-1 et seq. and R612-1 et seq. of the French Consumer Code, any consumer dispute or disagreement, subject to Article L.612-2 of the same code, may be referred to mediation with the CMAP (Centre de Médiation et d’Arbitrage de Paris [Paris Centre for Mediation and Arbitration]) with the aim of an amicable settlement. The mediator cannot consider disputes (i) for which the claim is manifestly unfounded or abusive; (ii) which have been previously reviewed or are in the process of being reviewed by another mediator or court; (iii) if the consumer has submitted his/her request to a mediator more than one year after his/her written complaint to the lessor; (iv) if the dispute is not within the jurisdiction of the mediator; or (v) if the renter cannot prove that he/she has tried, beforehand, to resolve the dispute directly with the lessor according to the following procedure:
- 1st notification of the complaint sent by registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt to the residence (postal address given on the reservation confirmation) or emailed to mediationlocataireetudiant@reside-etudes.fr.
- 2nd notification of the complaint sent by registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt to Groupe Réside-Etudes - Médiation Client – 42 Avenue George V – 75008 Paris (FRANCE), where the dispute has not been resolved within 2 weeks of the receipt of the 1st notification.
- Complete the form on the CMAP website at www.cmap.fr via the “you are a consumer” tab.
- Send the complaint by standard or registered post to CMAP Médiation Consommation, 39 Avenue Franklin D. Roosevelt, 75008 Paris, FRANCE.
- Send an email to consommation@cmap.fr.