Babalu Apartments, Puerto Rico, Canary Islands

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8 / 10
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The Babalu Apartments is a relaxing holiday base, offering comfortable, terrace style accommodation set in the Puerto Rico hillside. This complex attracts a mainly British clientele in summer. Facilities at the Babalu Apartments include two swimming pools with panoramic views. Tennis court, squash and mini golf available at the Europa Commercial Centre. Watersports are available on the beach.
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Babalu Apartments Reviews

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" Wasn't the first & Definately not the last ! "

Submitted By: Jo & James (Freddy Merc)
Me and my partner had a short week break in October of 2009 at the Babalu apartments.
I have been to Puerto Rico 4 times previously to this time and this apartment twice before.
I'll just keep going back and i'll tell you why.
Firstly... read more

Advice: Relaxed resort with plenty to do for pretty much everyone. See Dave for top notch entertainment !

Activities: Little Italy + El Toro Negro ! The cocktail shaker for a nice english breakfast.

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Oct 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Thomas Cook

" Loved it!!!! "

Submitted By: DelBoy and Raquel
I got back from Babalu yesterday morning,
I had an absolutely brilliant time there. Weather was in the 30's every day we had no rain whatsoever.
Is a short walk from the Europa centre.. couple of decent restaurants/bars but going down to... read more

Advice: Go babalu to see dave you wont regret it!!

Activities:

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Sep 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Booked Independently

" fantastic "

Submitted By: mbk
we stopped at the babalu for 14 night at the begining of august.we found the room basic but with everything you needed to make your stay comfortable.we were in room 405 and we got the sun on the balconey all day.the room was cleaned every other day.the... read more

Advice: give it a try you will enjoy yourselves there.

Activities: boat trip to morgan

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Aug 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Booked Independently

" Great time at Babalu "

Submitted By: pamlee
Just back from a week at Babalu and had a great time! The apartment was cleaned just about everyday and towels changed regularly. On arrival the man on reception seemed a bit of a grump but it was 6 am, apart from that one occasion he was very nice. If... read more

Advice: amadores beach is nice picture wise but prefer the main beach

Activities: M&M bar, the chinese buffet on the same level as highlander

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    8 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Aug 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Thomas Cook

" brilliant "

Submitted By: clutton/oneil
Accomodation spotless pools great entertainment good when on it was a shame more people did not use the poolside bar more in the evening as the entertainment was based on how many people were there Dave the entertainments manager was great, overall very good holiday.

Advice: excellant island with fabulous scenery and a good night life.

Activities: too many to remember

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    8 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jun 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Thomas Cook

" Bababrilliant! "

Submitted By: Heather.Lee
Stayed in Gran Canaria for the first time, wasnt sure what to expect because of previous reviews.
Nothing at all to worry about;
* Apartment great- basic but just what you need.
* Pool's brilliant
* No need to get up early to get a... read more

Advice: Depends what they're looking for

Activities: Amadeus in the Europa centre, Supercat trip and Maspalomas water park

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Thomas Cook

" brilliant "

Submitted By: jessuca.gibbon
Ok, where do i start? this has been one of the best holidays i have been on. Everything was great. I was sad when I had to leave. Dave was brilliant at entertainment from the "comedy bingo" to the water polo(very violent lol) this has been... read more

Advice: very worth it

Activities: El Toro Negro( favourite resturant) Supercat( best activity)

Good for: Beach 

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    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Thomas Cook

" Babalu "

Submitted By: stuboy
A nice, clean albeit basic hotel. Beds were very uncomfortable and one friend had to sleep on the sofa (I wouldn't have been too happy if i'd spent a lot of money and was told to sleep on a sofa for a week)
Staff were friendly and was close by to... read more

Advice: Great night out at the Commercial Centre

Activities:

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    7 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Booked Independently

" Apart From Grumpy Receptionists... "

Submitted By: Scotland 1984
Okay, my opinions. Both positives (p) and negatives (n). This may be a great place if you are female... (n)- A few male receptionists acted as if you were a pain in their bum, even when all you were doing was asking for the time or something. Neither... read more

Advice: Families / relaxing couples come here. Youngsters looking for fun go to Playa Del Ingles

Activities: Cant stress how good the poolside food was!

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  • User Rating:
    6 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jul 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Thomas Cook

" loved it loved it loved it!!!!! "

Submitted By: lucyargent
well what can i say this has to be one of the best holidays me and my artner have been on!and im a fussy 1 as well!!
went in june with my boyfriend stayed at babalu for a week,rooms were basic but clean, all you could really need.pool area was... read more
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Advice: lots of hills but taxis are cheap

Activities: dolphine boat trip

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    10 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jun 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Booked Independently

" Great!! "

Submitted By: weebegbie
Stayed here with my boyfriend in June and had a great time! The apartments are pretty basic, but do their job! The pool area is really nice (although the sunloungers are pretty uncomfy so buy yourself a lilo on your fist day a use that to put on top of... read more

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jun 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Thomas Cook

" would rcomend to anyone "

Submitted By: Reedswood
Enjoyed 2 weeks at these apartments with my husband in June 2009. Basic but clean,(cleaned 5 times a week) friendly reception, bar staff and cleaners. If you need a kettle or toaster they are not included in room so you have to hire them. I took a... read more

Advice: Plently of eating places, bars and shops

Activities: Amadores Beach well worth a visit and Puerto Mogan a small fishing village about 30 mins. away

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    9 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:Jun 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Airtours

" Girls Holiday.. "

Submitted By: xxJxx
Just back from a week in Gran Canaria with two of my friends. Stayed at the Babalu Apartments.
The apartment was fine for what we needed...
Twin room and sofa bed in the Living Room area. The beds were not too comfortable, but not unbearable... read more

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  • User Rating:
    8 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:May 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Thomas Cook

" A Nice Place... "

Submitted By: stevomufc1
Just got back from holiday this morning & thought id leave my views so here goes...
Location is excellent, right next to the europa center which is handy for staggering back to the apt's, I would not reccomend attempting to walk up/down the... read more

Advice: nice weather, nice beaches, nice bars...

Activities: TURBO Bar

Good for: Beach 

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  • User Rating:
    8 / 10
  • Date of Holiday:May 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Direct Holidays

" babalu "

Submitted By: lilli-mae
Rooms were basic but clean,balcony huge. Never saw the legendary DAVE in fact no entertainment for the two weeks we were there. Europa centre 2mins away,recommend El Brasero (great steaks.The first day we were there we had no hot water,went to... read more

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  • User Rating:
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  • Date of Holiday:Apr 2009
  • Board Basis:Self Catering
  • Tour Operator:Thomas Cook
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