Barcelo Varadero Hotel, Los Gigantes, Canary Islands
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The hotel is located in the south west of Tenerife next to the Los Gigantes Cliffs and has exceptional views of the Island of Gomera and Mount Teide, the highest peak in Spain. The hotel offers a wide range of facilities and services including a restaurant, lounge bar, three swimming pools, two tennis courts and daily entertainment. loading...
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Barcelo Varadero Hotel Reviews
" We reached the airport and got into a... "
Submitted By: Mr C J Simm
We reached the airport and got into a cab that went round the houses. Following that, we were transferred into a minibus with no explanation. We thought we were being abducted. Upon arrival at the hotel we were greeted with a grunt. Breakfast at the hotel was very peculiar. There was a variety of gruel and sludge. we had to take the ceramic plate off the toilet to flush the chain. The hotels pools were really nice and the area was very clean. It is worth going to Loro park to see the Orca show. The chimps are funny! The hotel entertainment was strange to say the least. I wondered what the purpose of it was. Despite the minor criticisms, we had a very enjoyable holiday and I would recommend it to couples and families. There is not much to offer for single people looking for shananigans. However, there are plenty of chicks sunbathing with their baps out. Remember the sunglasses though fellas so that you can have a goosey gander without detection!
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- Date of Holiday:Aug 2008
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Thomas Cook
" The place is absoloutely brilliant... "
Submitted By: Miss AC Clarke
The place is absoloutely brilliant and i would recomend it to anyone. i'm a teenager and i went all inclusive and the food and drinks that were provided throughout the whole day was excellent. the staff were really helpful as i don't speak any spanish and they were all really nice. we had a great room in block c with a view looking down on two of the pools and the mountains in the distance which was magnificent. the rooms were reall cosy and comfy. what i enjoyed the most was the entertainment throughout the day, there were a variety of activities provided throughput the whole day and in the evenings there was a mini-disco and different shows on everynight, (my compliments to Alex, Justin, Marianne and Lauranne who were the entertainment staff, you were fab!) i would definately come back again!
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- Date of Holiday:Jul 2008
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Thomas Cook
" Good hotel,loved the food and the... "
Submitted By: Mrs Lisa Richardson
Good hotel,loved the food and the staff are great. The single beds were the only negative part to our week. It is a fantastic holiday for families.
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- Date of Holiday:Apr 2008
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Thomas Cook
" FANTASTIC! great For the money we... "
Submitted By: Mr Josh Atkinson
FANTASTIC! great For the money we will be going back this year. good holiday.the maids came nearly everyday apart from wednesday and sundays but they do need a break they clean up and even leave mints everywhere as a gift! freindly staff aswell no problems. I will be going back we loved it the only down side is on a night because most shows was in german but we played cards and after a busy day it was nice. They is a open bar which opens at 10am and closes at 11pm. u chould walk up anytime and pull ur slef any drink u can think of. IF UR THINKING OF GOING I WHOULD!!!!!!!
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- Date of Holiday:Jul 2007
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" the hotel itself was very good the... "
Submitted By: Mrs L H Lewis
the hotel itself was very good the apartments were very spacious and very clean,maid service was every day apart from a wednesday and sunday clean sheets and towels on every visit. the only downfall was there were 2 single beds pushed together instead of a double which proved a bit of a pain .the staff were very friendly and helpful.we had a problem with our patio doors which kept getting jammed it was fixed within minuits of it being reported which we thought was excellent.the weather was very hot ,plenty of sunbeds for every one ,the pools could have been cleaned a little more often as only done once on our week stay.resturant was very clean food was ok but nothing for childrens tastes at all,plenty of drinks all day and evening for all inclusive guests.
entertainment was ok although the childrens entertainment was aimed at german guests only my children felt very left out!approx 95 % of the hotel guests were of german origin and we did feel a little intimidated as none of this was mentioned when we booked our holiday.the surrounding areas were quite poor very hilly and hardly any shops,or places we were able to go suitable for chidren.although there was a taxi office directly opposite the hotel which was good.overall we did enjoy but wouldnt recommend it to british people with children .
entertainment was ok although the childrens entertainment was aimed at german guests only my children felt very left out!approx 95 % of the hotel guests were of german origin and we did feel a little intimidated as none of this was mentioned when we booked our holiday.the surrounding areas were quite poor very hilly and hardly any shops,or places we were able to go suitable for chidren.although there was a taxi office directly opposite the hotel which was good.overall we did enjoy but wouldnt recommend it to british people with children .
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- Date of Holiday:Feb 2008
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Thomas Cook
" Basic accommodation but value for... "
Submitted By: Mr T Healey
Basic accommodation but value for money
Good position for local amenities,transport and walks
Did not eat in the hotel but others satisfied
Good efforts from the staff to entertain during the day
One of the hotplates kept tripping the fuse, despite efforts to fix the problem,not good for S/C
TV poor for English Speakers SKY news only worked for 4 Days in 20 days supposedly an antenna problem.
Good position for local amenities,transport and walks
Did not eat in the hotel but others satisfied
Good efforts from the staff to entertain during the day
One of the hotplates kept tripping the fuse, despite efforts to fix the problem,not good for S/C
TV poor for English Speakers SKY news only worked for 4 Days in 20 days supposedly an antenna problem.
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- Date of Holiday:Jan 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Sunshine.co.uk
" Fantastic value for money,.great... "
Submitted By: Miss L Holmes
Fantastic value for money,.great service, very friendly. Best supply of drinks on an all inclusive I have seen.
Great big apartments, entertainment great -could hardly notice - all very tranquil and relaxed, if you didn’t want to join in there was no pressure. Kids entertainment very separate so no noise from that either.
Food was fantastic selection and again all the staff very attentive and lovely outside eating area.
Only bit of advice was take earplugs as there is a noisy cockerel if you are in block D but not a problem!
Really had a fantastic holiday and hope they keep up the good work as would definitely go back.
Great big apartments, entertainment great -could hardly notice - all very tranquil and relaxed, if you didn’t want to join in there was no pressure. Kids entertainment very separate so no noise from that either.
Food was fantastic selection and again all the staff very attentive and lovely outside eating area.
Only bit of advice was take earplugs as there is a noisy cockerel if you are in block D but not a problem!
Really had a fantastic holiday and hope they keep up the good work as would definitely go back.
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- Date of Holiday:Dec 2007
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" First impression of complex with... "
Submitted By: Mrs Y Wilson
First impression of complex with swimming pools – amazing. Lots of pools spread within complex, with plenty of tropical greenery, ideal for photos. What we liked was the tranquil music which was played around the pool every day, was relaxation music, which was very relaxing.
Maintenance in the pool, and around was kept spotless, even if a few leaves had blown in the night before. 9/10.
Plenty of sunbeds to choose from didn’t need to reserve any with towels.
We were outnumbered by other European languages in the complex, but were welcomed by the hotel staff that could speak English, and were made to feel welcome. By other Europeans, who talked to us very friendly atmosphere. 9/10.
Accommodation was very basic, but cleaned most days. 6/10.
All inclusive food, restaurant food was average, found food a bit bland at times, missing a few flavours compared to other all inclusive that we have encountered in Majorca. 5/10.
Drinks at bar no problem, they have local beers on tap, sangria, and you can help yourself to gin, rum, brandy whisky’s etc bottles are left on the bar - self service.
There are bottles of ice cold water in fridges you can help yourself too, to take back to accommodation at the bar at pool area.7/10.
Walked to Los Gigants some days, got a titsa bus back for three of us .3 Euros 75 cents.
Be warned that to get a taxi from the airport is £54.00 each way. We paid £16 each though tour operator.
Maintenance in the pool, and around was kept spotless, even if a few leaves had blown in the night before. 9/10.
Plenty of sunbeds to choose from didn’t need to reserve any with towels.
We were outnumbered by other European languages in the complex, but were welcomed by the hotel staff that could speak English, and were made to feel welcome. By other Europeans, who talked to us very friendly atmosphere. 9/10.
Accommodation was very basic, but cleaned most days. 6/10.
All inclusive food, restaurant food was average, found food a bit bland at times, missing a few flavours compared to other all inclusive that we have encountered in Majorca. 5/10.
Drinks at bar no problem, they have local beers on tap, sangria, and you can help yourself to gin, rum, brandy whisky’s etc bottles are left on the bar - self service.
There are bottles of ice cold water in fridges you can help yourself too, to take back to accommodation at the bar at pool area.7/10.
Walked to Los Gigants some days, got a titsa bus back for three of us .3 Euros 75 cents.
Be warned that to get a taxi from the airport is £54.00 each way. We paid £16 each though tour operator.
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- Date of Holiday:Nov 2007
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:fresh holidays
" I have just returned from a 10 day... "
Submitted By: Mr Bf Freeney
I have just returned from a 10 day all inclusive stay with my wife and 13 year old daughter. It is very interesting to read the reviews of other guests that have stayed there. On the whole they are very much in line with what I found.
To start the hotel is predominantly Spanish with a smattering of Germans, Italians a few English and quite a lot of Scottish guests. I was surprised as an Irishman to discover that we were the only Irish in the entire resort.
The Varadero is a very clean and well maintained hotel. Apartments, whilst being quite old fashioned, are spacious and well kept. Two adults and 2 Children will fit comfortably.
I enjoyed being there as an all inclusive guest, as it removed final bill settlement or the curse of carrying money. The bar, and the snacks were all self service which was very handy. The only negative of going all inclusive is feeling that you must eat there as you have prepaid. Although the food is well presented, and varied there is one problem. The chefs have not heard about producing food with flavour. It is ,as one previous reviewer said, value food and not restaurant quality. We went out to a Restaurant on 5 of the10 nights we were there, just so we could eat a meal that actually tasted as it was supposed to. If any of the Barcelo Management read this review I suggest that you send your staff to cookery school.
In general the staff were very helpful. If you go, look out for a waitress called Rosie. She is barking mad but great fun. Carlos V is a large barman with a breathtaking incompetence. Avoid ordering a cocktail from him as he is absolutely inept.
There is an Argentinian restaurant down town called the Patagonia. It produces food of amazing quality. Their prawns in garlic are the best I have ever eaten and their Fillet steaks are quite amazing. Do not be put off by their higher than usual prices. The quality is worth it. Tell them the Irishman and his wife recommended them.
If you after nightlife the hotel is not for you. On the dot of 23.00 the all inclusive bar closes and you start to pay for your drinks. The music goes off and all the other Europeans go to bed, leaving the Scots, Irish and English to enjoy each others company. Everything has closed down by 12,30. It is the quietest hotel complex I have ever stayed in and it was great.
The sunbed problem really is a pain. As the hotel is always full if you do not put towels on your bed before 6.30 then you do not have one. The choice, moral or otherwise, is up to you.
Overall this hotel does what it says on the tin. In my opinion it gives good value and is well situated in la arena. If you are not fully mobile it is not for you as the entire town is up and down hills. Taxis are freely available and only cost 4 Euro to go downtown.
Barry
Wicklow
Ireland
To start the hotel is predominantly Spanish with a smattering of Germans, Italians a few English and quite a lot of Scottish guests. I was surprised as an Irishman to discover that we were the only Irish in the entire resort.
The Varadero is a very clean and well maintained hotel. Apartments, whilst being quite old fashioned, are spacious and well kept. Two adults and 2 Children will fit comfortably.
I enjoyed being there as an all inclusive guest, as it removed final bill settlement or the curse of carrying money. The bar, and the snacks were all self service which was very handy. The only negative of going all inclusive is feeling that you must eat there as you have prepaid. Although the food is well presented, and varied there is one problem. The chefs have not heard about producing food with flavour. It is ,as one previous reviewer said, value food and not restaurant quality. We went out to a Restaurant on 5 of the10 nights we were there, just so we could eat a meal that actually tasted as it was supposed to. If any of the Barcelo Management read this review I suggest that you send your staff to cookery school.
In general the staff were very helpful. If you go, look out for a waitress called Rosie. She is barking mad but great fun. Carlos V is a large barman with a breathtaking incompetence. Avoid ordering a cocktail from him as he is absolutely inept.
There is an Argentinian restaurant down town called the Patagonia. It produces food of amazing quality. Their prawns in garlic are the best I have ever eaten and their Fillet steaks are quite amazing. Do not be put off by their higher than usual prices. The quality is worth it. Tell them the Irishman and his wife recommended them.
If you after nightlife the hotel is not for you. On the dot of 23.00 the all inclusive bar closes and you start to pay for your drinks. The music goes off and all the other Europeans go to bed, leaving the Scots, Irish and English to enjoy each others company. Everything has closed down by 12,30. It is the quietest hotel complex I have ever stayed in and it was great.
The sunbed problem really is a pain. As the hotel is always full if you do not put towels on your bed before 6.30 then you do not have one. The choice, moral or otherwise, is up to you.
Overall this hotel does what it says on the tin. In my opinion it gives good value and is well situated in la arena. If you are not fully mobile it is not for you as the entire town is up and down hills. Taxis are freely available and only cost 4 Euro to go downtown.
Barry
Wicklow
Ireland
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- Date of Holiday:Jul 2007
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" I stayed at this hotel self catering... "
Submitted By: onion1
I stayed at this hotel self catering at Easter. I have to say the accommodation was fab as was the facilities in the hotel.
The resort itself is very small and mostly caters for families and couples. The rooms and ground of this complex were spotless. Would I go back? Yes, without hesitation!
This is not the resort for you if you are into wild nightlife but then you can always get a taxi to playa de los Americas, which is about 30 km away.
I would recommend this holiday for relaxation, sightseeing (you can walk to los Gigantes about 2 km), and for beach lovers. The scenery in Tenerife is spectacular and I would recommend Mt. Teide (highest mountain in Spain), day trip to la Gomera and the cliffs at los Gigantes....you won't be disappointed.
The resort itself is very small and mostly caters for families and couples. The rooms and ground of this complex were spotless. Would I go back? Yes, without hesitation!
This is not the resort for you if you are into wild nightlife but then you can always get a taxi to playa de los Americas, which is about 30 km away.
I would recommend this holiday for relaxation, sightseeing (you can walk to los Gigantes about 2 km), and for beach lovers. The scenery in Tenerife is spectacular and I would recommend Mt. Teide (highest mountain in Spain), day trip to la Gomera and the cliffs at los Gigantes....you won't be disappointed.
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- Date of Holiday:Apr 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:First Choice Falcon Holidays
" I find that when reading British... "
Submitted By: Mr JV Jason
I find that when reading British reviews as opposed to Germans, Dutch or Scandinavian ones, the former love to dwell on the negative, even if the matters are really of little importance to the rest of us.
My assessment of Vardero Barcelo is pretty much what non-Brits have said. The property is a 4 star place masquerading as a 3 star establishment.
Beautiful, well kept subtropical gardening, 3 striking pools.
The first of impression of our rooms was that, Wow! Tasteful, well-kept, spacious and clean.
The hotel food is o.k., plentiful, lots and lots of it, a real trough for the pig-out lot. But, of course where plenty is the first word...the last word is, well, it's not what you'd expect from a restaurant.
The breakfast is huge, fruits, cereals, eggs and bacon. Yes, beans (you Brits!), but sorry no 'mushy peas'. A lot for little, but not really restaurant class food, more like...a lot for a little.
The property is large. We had a rental car the whole time and it was about 300 meters from our room to our car...only one entrance...the exigencies of Spanish anti-thievery security, so heaven help us if we forgot something important in the room. Having said that, the walk through the gardens and pools always reminded us that we were on holiday.
The walk to the beach is up and down, not bad, about 700 meters, just under 1/2 a mile.
The beach is one of the nicest on the island, if you like smallish, not over-crowded beaches.
The location in general is at the end of the road. Ideal if you have a car, but it will be a long walk to most shops and restaurants, and Los Gigantes (both cliffs and resort) are visible, but a trek.
Small things for our British cousins to dwell on. No kettle. (Well, you'll just have to learn to boil your billy in pot like the rest of the world) The range of dishes, pots, etc was adequate, but not matching or complete.
There was a real oven for once though! One of the burners on the cooker was slow as mountains, the other was dead. We didn't need it though, but we did hear from other guests that the hotel folk were really nice and fix what they could ASAP, providing you speak slowly, carefully and in a friendly manner. Act like a demanding sod and generally the Spanish will respond in kind. Make nice and they are ready to serve.
Internet services, a must for Scandinavians, were two, albeit fast coin operated computers in the lobby. One Euro for about 8 minutes. For us exorbitant. Even the meanest of our hotels have net hook-ups in the rooms for free.
Cleaning and change of linen...okay, but don't leave you towels on the floor gang, you'll have to use them for a few days.
Please grow-up and get over this 'reserving' your sun-beds by the pool. If you are not there, you ARE NOT THERE.
There are rules 'forbidding' this practice. If there are empty places, just neatly move and stack the reserver's goods and put them someplace considerate. Shazam! You have your sun-bed.
The week preceding Xmas was warm and lovely! Try to choose your sunning spots judiciously, observing the sun's path. The lowest pool gets sun late into the afternoon, where are the higher pools get shady around 5-ish.
We used the room water for cooking and coffee and bottled water for drinking only. Some folk believe that one will invariably succumb to the Black Death if you cook with the tap water. WE survived without any ill effects.
For shopping, get down to Los Americas and the Safari Centre. More like Los Vegas than Europe. Posh, posh, posh. Don't look for bargains as much a really nice goods, fairly priced for the most part.
Of course the capital has real Spanish high street shopping. A great outing, but remember the fiesta times, shops close and they roll up the pavement.
If you are looking for electronics ask the young people at reception. They can help steer you away from the Sub-continent mafia shops, you know what I mean. Always overpriced, never the best buy.
Try to peruse the German language reviews of Tenerife, those lovely Krauts go EVERYWHERE and know where all the best of everything is.
My assessment of Vardero Barcelo is pretty much what non-Brits have said. The property is a 4 star place masquerading as a 3 star establishment.
Beautiful, well kept subtropical gardening, 3 striking pools.
The first of impression of our rooms was that, Wow! Tasteful, well-kept, spacious and clean.
The hotel food is o.k., plentiful, lots and lots of it, a real trough for the pig-out lot. But, of course where plenty is the first word...the last word is, well, it's not what you'd expect from a restaurant.
The breakfast is huge, fruits, cereals, eggs and bacon. Yes, beans (you Brits!), but sorry no 'mushy peas'. A lot for little, but not really restaurant class food, more like...a lot for a little.
The property is large. We had a rental car the whole time and it was about 300 meters from our room to our car...only one entrance...the exigencies of Spanish anti-thievery security, so heaven help us if we forgot something important in the room. Having said that, the walk through the gardens and pools always reminded us that we were on holiday.
The walk to the beach is up and down, not bad, about 700 meters, just under 1/2 a mile.
The beach is one of the nicest on the island, if you like smallish, not over-crowded beaches.
The location in general is at the end of the road. Ideal if you have a car, but it will be a long walk to most shops and restaurants, and Los Gigantes (both cliffs and resort) are visible, but a trek.
Small things for our British cousins to dwell on. No kettle. (Well, you'll just have to learn to boil your billy in pot like the rest of the world) The range of dishes, pots, etc was adequate, but not matching or complete.
There was a real oven for once though! One of the burners on the cooker was slow as mountains, the other was dead. We didn't need it though, but we did hear from other guests that the hotel folk were really nice and fix what they could ASAP, providing you speak slowly, carefully and in a friendly manner. Act like a demanding sod and generally the Spanish will respond in kind. Make nice and they are ready to serve.
Internet services, a must for Scandinavians, were two, albeit fast coin operated computers in the lobby. One Euro for about 8 minutes. For us exorbitant. Even the meanest of our hotels have net hook-ups in the rooms for free.
Cleaning and change of linen...okay, but don't leave you towels on the floor gang, you'll have to use them for a few days.
Please grow-up and get over this 'reserving' your sun-beds by the pool. If you are not there, you ARE NOT THERE.
There are rules 'forbidding' this practice. If there are empty places, just neatly move and stack the reserver's goods and put them someplace considerate. Shazam! You have your sun-bed.
The week preceding Xmas was warm and lovely! Try to choose your sunning spots judiciously, observing the sun's path. The lowest pool gets sun late into the afternoon, where are the higher pools get shady around 5-ish.
We used the room water for cooking and coffee and bottled water for drinking only. Some folk believe that one will invariably succumb to the Black Death if you cook with the tap water. WE survived without any ill effects.
For shopping, get down to Los Americas and the Safari Centre. More like Los Vegas than Europe. Posh, posh, posh. Don't look for bargains as much a really nice goods, fairly priced for the most part.
Of course the capital has real Spanish high street shopping. A great outing, but remember the fiesta times, shops close and they roll up the pavement.
If you are looking for electronics ask the young people at reception. They can help steer you away from the Sub-continent mafia shops, you know what I mean. Always overpriced, never the best buy.
Try to peruse the German language reviews of Tenerife, those lovely Krauts go EVERYWHERE and know where all the best of everything is.
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- Date of Holiday:Dec 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Finnmatkat TUI
" We stayed here in September. The... "
Submitted By: campbell21
We stayed here in September. The apartments are clean and large enough for a family of four.
You have plenty of pools to choose from, as my two children found out and loved.
The restaurant was clean with plenty of choice and polite staff.
The entertainment was limited but OK for my children who are 2 & 8 years old.
The only down side to this hotel is the resort, it is so hilly. So making it no good for a pram or people who find it hard to get about. The resort is pretty and has no timeshare reps like other resorts in Tenerife.
You have plenty of pools to choose from, as my two children found out and loved.
The restaurant was clean with plenty of choice and polite staff.
The entertainment was limited but OK for my children who are 2 & 8 years old.
The only down side to this hotel is the resort, it is so hilly. So making it no good for a pram or people who find it hard to get about. The resort is pretty and has no timeshare reps like other resorts in Tenerife.
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- Date of Holiday:Sep 2006
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Thomas Cook
" We had a fantastic All Inclusive... "
Submitted By: campbell21
We had a fantastic All Inclusive holiday here.
There are plenty of pools and the food was great. My two children loved the hotel kids club and the hotel entertainment. They are 8 and 2.
The hotel room was clean and tidy.
The resort is very pretty but the only draw back was that it is very, very hilly so it makes it difficult for prams and people who cannot get about very well.
I would say that this resort is a little quiet if you are looking for bars and clubs, but it is great for families and people looking for a slower holiday.
Even better we did not see one timeshare salesperson.
There are plenty of pools and the food was great. My two children loved the hotel kids club and the hotel entertainment. They are 8 and 2.
The hotel room was clean and tidy.
The resort is very pretty but the only draw back was that it is very, very hilly so it makes it difficult for prams and people who cannot get about very well.
I would say that this resort is a little quiet if you are looking for bars and clubs, but it is great for families and people looking for a slower holiday.
Even better we did not see one timeshare salesperson.
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- Date of Holiday:Sep 2006
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Thomas Cook
" We stayed at this hotel and we found... "
Submitted By: Mrs M Humphries
We stayed at this hotel and we found it a fantastic Caribbean experience! My family and I had a great time at the hotel and every thing we needed was there for us. It was located right on the beach which was fantastic.
The rooms were simple but acceptable. There were a reasonable lot of options in the buffet but the steak house wasn’t all good. The two pools were fine and great for a swim. The staff where fantastic they were always trying there best to give you the full Caribbean holiday. The entertainment was a delight for the kids they loved it. The beach was beautiful and had great entertainment through out the day.
The beach bar was amazing. Not the best for snorkeling but you could walk up the beach and find a place for snorkeling to see some fish. One the first week we went on a catamaran trip which took us to sousoa a place which is famous in Dominican Republic for snorkeling it was worth paying for and it was a good entertainment on the boat. The staff onboard where extremely friendly and always making sure you where ok. If you left the hotel there was a big shopping centre to you right 3 or 4 mins walk and you could easily access shops and restaurants.
The best part was if you weren’t all good for the hotel food the shopping centre had a pizza hut which the kids loved. I would recommend this hotel for families with children all ages as it was great for teenage kids and toddlers. I would highly recommend this hotel and it was a delight to stay there! hope you enjoy it as much as we did!
The rooms were simple but acceptable. There were a reasonable lot of options in the buffet but the steak house wasn’t all good. The two pools were fine and great for a swim. The staff where fantastic they were always trying there best to give you the full Caribbean holiday. The entertainment was a delight for the kids they loved it. The beach was beautiful and had great entertainment through out the day.
The beach bar was amazing. Not the best for snorkeling but you could walk up the beach and find a place for snorkeling to see some fish. One the first week we went on a catamaran trip which took us to sousoa a place which is famous in Dominican Republic for snorkeling it was worth paying for and it was a good entertainment on the boat. The staff onboard where extremely friendly and always making sure you where ok. If you left the hotel there was a big shopping centre to you right 3 or 4 mins walk and you could easily access shops and restaurants.
The best part was if you weren’t all good for the hotel food the shopping centre had a pizza hut which the kids loved. I would recommend this hotel for families with children all ages as it was great for teenage kids and toddlers. I would highly recommend this hotel and it was a delight to stay there! hope you enjoy it as much as we did!
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- Date of Holiday:Oct 2005
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:MyTravel
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We had a TV which had programmes in several languages but unfortunately not in English. Our rep tried to rectify this but was told it was to do with the sat dish and that some rooms did not receive English channels, ours being one of them. As we were in the minority it would have been nice to have been put in a room with Sky News!
The food was reasonable with a few choices, although I had the salads most of the time. There was plenty of it and if you wanted to be a pig you could! We weren't so happy about the drinks as it was all self service. Not so bad in the restaurant and pool bar but at night it would have been nicer to have been waited on. My husband tried twice to get me a cocktail,( which he had to pay for as it was not local drink) and each time he was told it was too late and given a free juice with alcohol and a straw!! We never did find out what this meant! Other people seemed to have 'proper' cocktails. Anyway it was all a bit of a free for all in the evening, which was a shame. On the plus side there was virtually any drink you could imagine on the bar, even the coffee, chocolate etc was rhere from a machine.
We walked to the beach on 3 days and found that it was the best beach on the island and very clean. However, the tide is very strong - not for the fainthearted! It was funny seeing people coming out of the sea looking like an old fashioned coleman. It is hilly in this area but if you take it easy it shouldn't be a problem. We walked to Los Gigantes one day which was a pleasant walk with good views of the area. A bus to Los Christianos etc cost under 8 Euros each, each way but be warned it takes about an hour and a half as it calls at all the villages and resorts along the way. On the rep's recommendation we took a half day trip to Teide rather than a full day excursion. She warned us that because we were so far away from the main areas we would be picked up at 7.15am before going on to the other resorts. She was right it took nearly 2 hours before the trip got underway and we didn't stop till 11.30 at the cable car station. We got back at 2.00pm which was a long half day, but also worth it to see Teide up close.
On the whole we enjoyed our week but preferred our stay in the Barcelo Lanzarote, which was a 4* and miles better for food and service. I don't think we would return to this Hotel or this area of Tenerife.
Good for: Beach