SunCraver001
June 25, 2024
Just returned from a lovely relaxing week. I arrived late on Saturday evening with a quick and helpful check-in process. A welcome drink was offered, but given the late hour, I stuck with water. I made my way to my junior suite, with side-sea view. The room was lovely. The only slight issue for me was that it was a room with 2 single beds, which, as a solo traveller, meant sleeping in a single bed for the week. The view in the morning was worth it, so I didn't bother to request a change. It was a good size room, with 2 chairs and a small table. There was a desk and lamp. 2 good-sized wardrobes, with drawers. A safe for personal items. USB ports and plugs. Good sized TV. There was a coffee station and a minibar. Drinks (soft drinks/ beer/water) were included and restocked daily. The bathroom had a double sink, 1 of which didn't drain properly. The toilet area could be separated by a small sliding door. There was a good size bath and the most amazing shower I've ever come across in a hotel. There were toiletries, good sized towels and faceclothes, which were changed daily. There was a nightly turn down service, if wanted. There was a good-sized balcony with 2 chairs and a small table, and a drying rail. The balcony made the room for me, as I was able to sit of an evening as the sun went down on that side of the building. The hotel was immaculate. Stunning lobby, bar and pool areas. The pool and beach areas were never crowded, and I managed to get a good lounger each day without any issue. As other reviews have mentioned, poolside drinks service could stand to be improved, that said, it's not far to go to the bar and pick up a drink. Given its 5* status though, I would expect regular service. The restaurants are fantastic. I ate at the buffet for breakfast each day, the seaside grill for lunch, and either the buffet or an ala carte on 3 of the nights. Food as delicious. Not a bad meal once. The buffet has lots to choose from and a different theme each night. Use the app to book restaurants and do it early, as I didn't manage to get into one. The beach bar was great for drinks throughout the day. Sadly a couple of places weren't open, one of which was the one over the sea, I hope they will repair this, as it would be fabulous to have it back. I missed not being able to get into the sea for a swim, and this area has the steps to allow that. There is a spa, which looks great but I didn't get round to using it, sadly. There was nightly entertainment but it wasn't really my thing, with the exception of the night with the 3 guys on guitar, they were brilliant. It's not really a lively hotel, so if your expectations are for a busy boozy hotel. This isn't your place. If you really want to relax and chill out, it very much is. This really is a stunning hotel, and it's staff absolutely make it. All of the staff that I encountered were so helpful and friendly. They work exceptionally hard and long hours, and they are an absolute credit to the h