Valentin Star Hotel, Cala N Bosch
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Valentin Star Hotel Reviews
" June 2008-Our 2nd visit to valentin... "
Submitted By: Mrs P Bowersas previous, clean-although maid service on this 2nd visit left a bit to be desired.
My husband & I hoped that there would be some improvement on the food this year-unfortunately there wasnt. The staff in the Restuarant are great but the food was never
hot, even at breakfast time, 1st there but the beans were always cold!!!
The reserving of sunbeds has been stopped, but to throw peoples towels in a corner by
the pool is not the best of ideas-we were lucky-but others werent. As far as not being able to have your own liquids by the poolside!! We dont have children but felt
for the ones who did and had to pay over the top prices for a bottle of water.
Come on Valentin Star Management! You have a great hotel, make the best of it and
get these issues sorted then the clientele you are trying to attract will come your way.
" The Hotel was lovely, Staff warm and... "
Submitted By: Mrs B LeeThe pool was great but many guests did reserve sun beds even though were told not too, we found ourselves a couple of times with no place to sit.
The room had TV which was good but all the channels where either in German or Spanish! No English speaking TV which was a shame because our room was nice enough to want to sit in and watch TV from our balcony at night The entertainment was a bit 'karaoke' but a laugh, but no dancing or disco’s
The food wasn't that great and we found our selves struggling to find fresh veg foods and the meat was at times not always cooked properly
Cala n Bosh do not have 'beaches' but little sandy coves' which are beautiful, but with no sun beds and you would need to take a parasol with you as there is no cover from the sun.
Cala n Bosh is lovely but after the third/ fourth day we were struggling to find something to-do and began to get a little bored. The harbour was lovely at night with bars and restaurants but again after you had been there it got a bit much every night
We found that as a 50 something couple we were in the middle of the age group, many were either young married couples with babies or retired couples happy to laze by the pool. We were looking for something a bit more lively but it wasn’t to be
Nice place if you want to slow down relax and just chill out
" Me, my wife and 12 month old daughter... "
Submitted By: Mr P BullThe main complaint of the hotel was the huge matter of the restraunt. The staff and facilities where tremendous the food... Well that was the main concern, as i said we had taken our 12 month old daughter to what we thought where 4 star facilities. The restraunt was a 2 star at best the evening meal food was bland mostly fish and veal with chips being the only potatoes every night. We couldnt understand why there was so much effort on the salad and deserts when the soup and main courses (anything hot) had so little choice and was bland. The breakfast situation was a little better with pastries, toast bacon eggs etc but as i have said no veg at evening time but veg at Breakfast was a little puzzling. Whilst we where there the first choice customers some who had been going year on year demanded a meeting with the management which they got. They felt there had been cut backs in the Hotlel compared to previous years and the meals and daytime entertainment had suffered. The food did get a little better after the meeting with an omellett bar opening in the morning, more pasta and potatoe based dishes, the food heated correctly and a little more choice. We didnt complain we just choose to eat out a little bit more which we didnt budget for but choose to do.
The holiday was spoilt in the main by the weather we got and the food, other wise i cannot complain to much about Cala n Bosch, the beaches where clean if a little small, there are a few selections of bars to drink in that are much cheaper than the hotel. I dont think we will be venturing back to Cala n Bosch and cannot say i would recommend the hotel either.
" My wife, 22 month old son and I... "
Submitted By: Mr P WalshOnce we finally got to our room we started to check out the hotel and have our first evening meal. We were met at the restaurant by the host Jose and his team, we were made to feel instantly welcome, and the array of food was immense.
Overall the staff at the hotel were absolutely fantastic, my son enjoyed seeing them all and they made him feel very welcome. We cannot fault the hotel at all what a beautiful place.
Whilst we felt safe and relaxed there was very little to entertain a youngster. When the weather was rainy all families there found it difficult to amuse the children. If your children are over 3 yrs old then no problem but not for the under threes.
Please do not be put off by this remark this is only our opinion and you will still have a wonderful experience.
" June 2007 was our third time back to... "
Submitted By: Mrs D WilliamsThe local beach is about five minutes away and they do have problems with jelly fish, but when you can swim the water is crystal clear.
The transport service is second to none, and the rules are strict, no t-shirt - no ride!
We are going back in 2008 to have a wonderful week's holiday.
" This hotel was one of the best that... "
Submitted By: HuzzaThe Expedia booking was much cheaper, by about £200, which if you are booking 2 or 3 rooms for a week or more would be a huge saving. Our party consisted of 2 adults, 2 fifteen year olds and a five year old.
We arrived at the hotel in the early evening and were immediately impressed with the helpful attitudes of the reception staff and the porter.
Our rooms were all near to each other but not next door and we were asked to let reception know if this was a problem and they would sort it out the next morning - they did!
We had pool views and the rooms were immaculate and very comfortable. There were no tea/coffee making facilities but this didn't worry us too much. You could take your own travel kettle if you need that early morning cup of tea.
Pool towels, bath robes, and excellent toiletries including bottles of shampoo and shower gel were provided. The rooms were cleaned every day.
The pool was great, starting as shallow as a paddling pool and very gradually getting deeper - perfect for young children. Our kids spent most of the time in the pool. The pool area was very clean and there were no fights for sunbeds!
The sunbeds and parasols were not your usual cheap plastic. The pool bar/snack bar was great with attentive, friendly service and reasonable prices.
The restaurant was unbelievable; I had not expected great things having read one or two dodgy reviews. The staff were friendly, the food selection was amazing, and we didn't find it too crowded.
A typical evening buffet consisted of veal, pork, chicken, fish, paella, pizza, salad, vegetables, chips (!), pasta, every kind of fruit imaginable, ice cream, other pastries and desserts. It would be hard not to find something you like - one of my children is a fussy eater but he ate really well. The breakfast was again wonderful - cooked breakfast, meat, cheese, cereals, bread, pastries, and biscuits.
I was worried that the entertainment might be a bit cheesy - it was and it wasn't! We saw African Acrobats (my 5 year old liked this), The Beatles (Menorcan/Spanish) very funny but good. The Four Tops got everyone up dancing which was great fun.
There really wasn't much in the way of children's entertainment at hotel, but it wasn't necessary. The pool was great, the beaches were nearby. Cala'n Bosch beach was a few minutes’ walk and Son Xoriguer a bit further but much better. The resort had plenty of evening entertainment for adults, teenagers, and young children.
This hotel was right in the centre of the resort and despite that was not noisy. There were a few quiet peaceful areas of the hotel that you could escape to during the day or evening in any event.
We really enjoyed the fact that this hotel wasn't too loud but was a good place for a family holiday without everything being too organised or tacky. There were guests from UK, Spain, Menorca, Germany, France and this was a great mix. There were families, couples, small groups of friends, and a couple of single people - I think that everyone felt comfortable. We were so impressed that we would like to book for 2 weeks next year.
" The best hotel I have ever been in. I... "
Submitted By: Mr L GathercoleThe pool is so spotless and music is played nearly all the time to ensure your holiday is relaxing and the resort has fabulous facilities and shops.
All the staff were good and I have no down points apart from the cleaners didn’t speak English but what can you expect from a place that seems so far from home when its only a two hour flight from Norwich airport!
Book here with First Choice it is the best hotel to go to in the area, it’s a lovely quiet island, unlike Ibiza and is perfect for a family holiday, even you elderly relatives will love it here.
With very friendly locals, and the best tasting milkshakes and cocktails, you have to come here its beaches are fantastic and I highly recommend the glass bottom boats and a bus trip to Ciutadella is great when there’s a market.
" We have just returned today after 1... "
Submitted By: Mr Jw WillingaleThe food is of high quality and there is plenty of choice. I went with my wife and 13 year old daughter and all of us had a lovely time.
The entertainment in the evening was varied and mostly enjoyable. During the day time, we walked around the harbour and sampled a few restaurants which all offered good food.
This is the first time we've stayed at the Valentin star but we would thoroughly recommend this hotel to anyone.
The restaurant in particular was very well organised and I believe this was mostly down to the restaurant manager, Jose Manuel.
We are missing it all already!
" Hotel very clean, spotless in fact.... "
Submitted By: Mrs N NelsonFood very poor, not laid out well or even edible meat at times. Thou the breakfasts were passable.
If you are wanting a early quiet night this place is not the one for you, as the entertainment goes on until 23.00 plus and is very load.
Local buses were excellent, took wheelchairs. The port is pretty with some lovely tapas bars. Very small beach and sun beds were 7 Euros.
" What a lovely hotel.
The best we've stayed at, clean, pleasant, and very friendly and helpful staff.
No down side at all but only criticism was that bar service was slow a couple of times because they only had one waitress on in the bar.
The evening entertainment was good. The pool was lovely and very child friendly.
My grandson had a lovely holiday and loved the attention he got from the female staff, especially Monicka in the restaurant.
Would recommend this hotel and resort to anyone.
" Hotel staff were excellent, without... "
Submitted By: Mrs E BaileyNo one seemed too worried when things were running low e.g. eggs at breakfast time, soup etc. at dinner time, and not once did we have anything that was remotely warm never mind hot!
The hotel is in an excellent location, ideally situated for the beach, harbour and the shops and bars.
If the food was improved the hotel would, in my opinion near to perfect.
" We have just returned back from the... "
Submitted By: Miss CS PattinsonGood choice of food & very good quality.
Excellent location, some rooms over look the marina.
The only negative feedback is that there is no lift to take you from the pool up to reception, or from the restaurant back up to the reception level.
The hotel does offer children’s facilities but none were available at this time of year.
We will definitely return back to this hotel. The best 4 * we have stayed in.
" We have just returned from a fabulous... "
Submitted By: Mrs S KirkThe pool is lovely with lots of space for young children to play, the food and dining room was excellent & so was the service. The children’s entertainment was a little late but very good when our 20 month old little boy managed to stay awake for it.
If you are going here on your holidays you have nothing to worry about as it is lovely and we will definitely return.
" This hotel was fantastic, very clean,... "
Submitted By: Mrs S JaggerFood was not as good as some other hotels we have stayed in, but always something to eat. The best part of the hotel we found was the no smoking element, very pleasant not having someone smoking in the chair next to you in the bar, so clothes did not smell all the time.
We had terrific thunder storms, mini hurricanes, but this did not put us off the holiday, The resort is very nice, also very friendly, local Irish bar The Shamrock was the best in the area, very pleasant people running it, always smiling, happy and very welcoming.
Nice to look at the boats on the Marina and wish you could afford to buy one.
The area is so nice I would consider leaving England behind and living there.
We will definitely be returning to this hotel, I would go tomorrow if given half a chance.














The outstanding features of the hotel are without question the Swimming area and facilities, and Customer service, they really cannot do enough for you. The hotel doors being open 24/7 are also great for those that like to party.
The food is good without being very good, and you will generally always find something you like from the large selection (which is largely the same night after night). The lunches on offer from the poolside restaurant, although slightly expensive, are superb. Best to avoid the cocktails though, and combinations such as Malibu & Coke etc, as the prices are at the very least mind-boggling (upwards of €7 each). The nightly entertainment is generally very good also, with live professional acts performing almost every night, both on the exclusive terrace, or the hotel owned bar in the heart of the Cala'n Bosch marina.
That said, basically wherever you are in the hotel it is noisy until about midnight. Also the beds have wheels (whoever came up with that idea?), so you could wake up on the other side of the room quite literally. Another slight downer is that the restaurant staff dont use much common sense when showing you to your seats, placing people in bunches on the same table/s rather than spreading people about. The Pool tables are in very poor condition and are unreliable i.e the balls clearly didnt come with the table, and are nearly all chipped badly.
If you are looking for a relaxing day and heavy night, this is probably the place for you.
If you are looking for a relaxing day and relaxing night, bring ear plugs / go at a different time of the year.
Overall though, the positives far outweigh the negatives and i would be more than happy to recommend this hotel to a friend.