Mixed feelings about this one. Maybe worth the detour if you’re in the area and would like to get a glimpse of what street art is about, but I wouldn’t plan a trip to visit the place. Friendly & colourful staff, a few pointers about street art history and terminology at the entry. Some nice murals, mostly outdoors. Hotel 128 is okay-ish. Mostly conventional themes, sprinkled with uninspired aphorisms Overall, proper technical execution but nothing really visceral, transgressive or breathtaking. Gentrified street art if you will. Count 2-3 hours to take a tour. Also a little bit pricey ; tickets for world class venues are barely more expensive … I guess it kinda makes sense if you’re into street art and want to support...
Read moreTotally unique and nowhere else on the planet like here. If you like contemporary urban art you gotta go. This is my second time going. I went 2 years ago and I was pleasantly surprised at all the new art work and exhibitions. Artists have free rein to create on and in an old Telecom training facility. Give yourself enough time to truly take it all in. I am so happy this place exists and I had no idea there was so much exquisite talent in this realm of art. Props to the owners Sylvie and Gilles for creating such a special place for artists to thrive and enjoy. The artists love...
Read moreFantastic range of styles ,subject matter and media.to see all the rooms arrive early,a torch is provided as the hotel is unlit which sounds uncomfortable if the dark is a problem for you ,but on a sunny day most of the rooms though small are bright.If you are a fan of art, graffiti or unusual appropriation of unloved or empty buildings this is for you... remember you will need plenty of time to look around.There are pieces of work for sale in the gallery and the usual t shirts,mugs literature etc and a cafe.your visit helps promote new...
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