Atlantica Princess Hotel, Ixia, Rhodes
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The Atlantica Princess Hotel is situated 5 kilometres from Rhodes old town and is only 80 meters from the single beach of Ixia. In the vicinity there are a selection of shops, bars, restaurants and also Faliraki Water Park. Excellent facilities, superior service, comfortable and attractive guestrooms make it firm favourite for holidaymakers, travelling with the children. loading...
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Atlantica Princess Hotel Reviews
" 4 * ??? "
Submitted By: mikebrian
O.k
here it is as it is !!
1.thomsons organization was near perfect !
2.hotel
a.staff very friendly & helpfull
b.no air conn in october - temp at night 25 c in restaurant & bedrooms
cant have patio doors open after 5 pm because of midges !
also dark in evenings make sure you ask for a fan - short supply !!
c. Fridge needs a key !
d. Safety box in room - most expensive ever -£ 3 a day !
e. Noise inland rooms overlook pool & outdoor karaoke bar till late !!!!!- sun in all day -
sea view rooms overlook tatty beach & are above kitchens -no sun allday - good !!!
sea view rooms have a barking security dog in nearby house @ 6 am & north rooms away from reception have refuse carts @ 4 am !!
it would seem best rooms are reception (south )
end on sea view !!
f. Food selection excellent although meat quality was low
g. Beware - this is a " family " hotel which basically means that kids ( & some adults ) cant eat properly in restaurants & kids run around screaming !!
h. Good location - 2 euros to rhodes on bus - stop 15 mins walk to main road
dont go if you want a quiet hotel !!!!!! we would not go to rhodes or this hotel again - because of a lack ok things to do -( a bit like a 4* benidorm !but we probably picked the best location !
here it is as it is !!
1.thomsons organization was near perfect !
2.hotel
a.staff very friendly & helpfull
b.no air conn in october - temp at night 25 c in restaurant & bedrooms
cant have patio doors open after 5 pm because of midges !
also dark in evenings make sure you ask for a fan - short supply !!
c. Fridge needs a key !
d. Safety box in room - most expensive ever -£ 3 a day !
e. Noise inland rooms overlook pool & outdoor karaoke bar till late !!!!!- sun in all day -
sea view rooms overlook tatty beach & are above kitchens -no sun allday - good !!!
sea view rooms have a barking security dog in nearby house @ 6 am & north rooms away from reception have refuse carts @ 4 am !!
it would seem best rooms are reception (south )
end on sea view !!
f. Food selection excellent although meat quality was low
g. Beware - this is a " family " hotel which basically means that kids ( & some adults ) cant eat properly in restaurants & kids run around screaming !!
h. Good location - 2 euros to rhodes on bus - stop 15 mins walk to main road
dont go if you want a quiet hotel !!!!!! we would not go to rhodes or this hotel again - because of a lack ok things to do -( a bit like a 4* benidorm !but we probably picked the best location !
Advice: NOT MUCH THERE
Activities: RHODES OLD TOWN
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- Date of Holiday:Oct 2009
- Board Basis:Half Board
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" excellent "
Submitted By: mark reeves
have just returned from a 2 week stay all inclusive at the atlantica princess the food was very good but after ten days became a bit boring the staff especially christina what a lovely friendly pleasent lady were excellent and very helpful the hotel was spotless our room was lovely with a garden view and mountain view the hotel beware the female hotel photographer if she takes your picture she will expect you to buy it she was very rude to me and my wife when we didnt want to buy our pictures the pool area is excellent lots to do and the entertainment staff were very good especially jimmy t (aka wicky bear)rhodes old town is lovely and would recommend a visit to lindos but not through thomson sigma travel ten minutes from the hotel is half the price thomson charge with an english speaking guide all inclusive is a must as very expensive around and about but all in all would definately visit again
Advice: nice
Activities: lindos and rhodes old town
Good for: Beach
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- Date of Holiday:Sep 2009
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" A Holiday is when your truely relaxed. "
Submitted By: J M M KENT
I have recently returned from a fantastic holiday at the Atlantica Princess.Our party consisted of myself ,my husband and 6yr old daughter. In addition we went with friends who also had a daughter 6, and son 3. To say I was anxious about a holiday abroad was an understatement as my daughter suffers from severe food allergies and I was concerned regards the food but had resigned myself to 10 days of chips!! would not hurt. However the food was fantastic and the staff amazing the chef would come out each meal time and go through all the choices available for my daughter to eat and would go out of their way to provide anything additional that she wanted. This service alone took great pressure off us as a family and allowed us to truelly relax and have a fantastic holiday in lovely accomodation and with very good company. The first choice kids club was 1st class and the children thoroughly enjoyed themselves as did we. The entertainment staff worked tirlessly and never appeared fed up with their full time job!. I would most definately recommend this hotel and feel we have been spoilt!
Advice: Just a Noddy train ride away with many shops ideal for holiday supplies
Activities: We loved trip to Rhodes Town and Lindos, would recommend a visit to both ensuring you have plenty of
Good for: Beach
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- Date of Holiday:Aug 2009
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:First Choice
" Lovely hotel "
Submitted By: Debs.wales
Just got back after a week - 2 adults, 2 children - Atlantic Princess. Would highly recommend this hotel - food was excellent, staff very friendly, helpful and efficient and rooms and public areas well maintained and very clean. We had 2 minor requests during our stay - I asked for an extra pillow and the maid had brought it to the room before I got back and our balcony door jammed - the maintainance chap fixed it within 10 mins of us reporting it. Next to the food quality as a high point was the availability of sunbeds throughut the day - we did reserve ours at about 8-8.30 when we stayed at the hotel for the day but no getting up at some ungodly hour to put your towels down! We were half board but upgraded to All Inclusive for 3 days which suited us and what we wanted from our holiday. It costs 18 euros for adults 10.50 kids/day and was well worth it. The buffet lunch alone was worth this with a few drinks. You did have to queue for drinks but the bar staff were very efficeint so it was never for longer than a few minutes. You can book a minimum of 3 days and break the holiday up a bit if you wanted to spend a few days away from the hotel. The entertainment staff were lovely and worked very hard - there was lots going on in the day if you wanted to join in but the evening entertainment wasn't really up to much. The hotel sits on a beach but it is very pebbly. It was hot (av. 37degrees) but comfortable due to a lovely breeze. A small walk into Trianta (10mins) takes you to a variety of shops and resteraunts but there are a few right next to the hotel. A little road train runs hourly and is a good way to find your bearings early on in the hoiday and see the area around the hotel. Rhodes town is a good day out (15 mins / 10 euros Taxi)and the water park at Faliraki is worth it too. If you want to visit Lindos a boat trip from Rhodes town is best - but the boats leave at 9.00 am and you need to book the day before. We didn't hire a car but the taxis were very good and efficient.
At dinner the adult men were expected to wear long trousers and they were strick about this - so pack a few light pairs!!
At dinner the adult men were expected to wear long trousers and they were strick about this - so pack a few light pairs!!
Advice: Good base to stay in Rhodes - close to airport
Activities: Rhodes old town
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- Date of Holiday:Aug 2009
- Board Basis:Half Board
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" Was this a 4 star hotel?? "
Submitted By: sissel_dahl
We arrived i may 2009 to this hotell. We had booked a 2 rooms appartments, first floor, but got 2 floor, and to rooms with to floors. (2 and 3.th floor) With 2 small children this was not good, stars and no doors to looked so they could sleep quitly.
The appartments layes just abowe the hotell and pool. I think it was a bit old furnised, and balkonies was porly, old and smaaaaal.
There was trafic between appartments and hotell, and it made a lot of noise, and scary for the kids, so they needed to be watched all the time going over to the pool.
The staff working there was not giving us good wibes or service. They seemed negative and we didnt feel so welkome. (lunsj place) The luch wasent good eather. Dinner was better, but man has to have throuses.
It said it was near beach, but for kids the beach is awfall. Big stones, waves and not a good place to play.
Its all inklusive but to get a drink, coffe, bear daytime you need to stand in a long que, order drink and tell your room number, then move on to other side off bar and give them a note off your order, and then get it. the stuff working there too was so negative... ive been to many all inclusive hotell, and getting drinks and soo on has never been worse like this.
Pool was nice, and good stuff to do for kids and grown ups.
We moved to another hotell after 2 days couse we were wo disepointed.... this is a 3 star hotell...not 4.....
The appartments layes just abowe the hotell and pool. I think it was a bit old furnised, and balkonies was porly, old and smaaaaal.
There was trafic between appartments and hotell, and it made a lot of noise, and scary for the kids, so they needed to be watched all the time going over to the pool.
The staff working there was not giving us good wibes or service. They seemed negative and we didnt feel so welkome. (lunsj place) The luch wasent good eather. Dinner was better, but man has to have throuses.
It said it was near beach, but for kids the beach is awfall. Big stones, waves and not a good place to play.
Its all inklusive but to get a drink, coffe, bear daytime you need to stand in a long que, order drink and tell your room number, then move on to other side off bar and give them a note off your order, and then get it. the stuff working there too was so negative... ive been to many all inclusive hotell, and getting drinks and soo on has never been worse like this.
Pool was nice, and good stuff to do for kids and grown ups.
We moved to another hotell after 2 days couse we were wo disepointed.... this is a 3 star hotell...not 4.....
Advice: Ixia place is nice, hotell was not good
Activities:
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- Date of Holiday:May 2009
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Star tour
" Atlantica Princess Holiday "
Submitted By: dawn.greenwood
Having visited the Atlantica Princess Hotel 2 years ago, we were looking forward to visiting again. Our second visit met our expectations and was as good as the first.
Our party consisted of myself, husband, son (aged 7), and parents. It was great to see all the friendly staff again, and we were remembered. We received a basket of fruit and wine in our room on the first day, and a surprise cocktail from our favourite waiter at the bar.
The service from the hotel staff was excellent, and they could not do enough to ensure you were enjoying your holiday. The rooms were always kept clean, and so was the poolside, staff were out at 6.00 am cleaning the pool and surrounding area.
The food was excellent and there was plenty of choice, even for the picky eater. A great variety for children from the usual chips to all sorts of pasta and sauces. In the evenings there was a variety of themed nights, from Italian, Greek, Oriental etc.
The entertainment staff were also pleasant and ensured you were happy. There was a variety of games on through the day. Whilst the evening entertainment was good, it was a let down on our previous visit. We felt there was too many singing shows and not enough audience participation, such as fund game shows etc. But everyone has their own taste. After two weeks, we had heard a certain member of the team sing enough.
Overall, it was a great holiday with really hot tempatures at this time of the year.
Our party consisted of myself, husband, son (aged 7), and parents. It was great to see all the friendly staff again, and we were remembered. We received a basket of fruit and wine in our room on the first day, and a surprise cocktail from our favourite waiter at the bar.
The service from the hotel staff was excellent, and they could not do enough to ensure you were enjoying your holiday. The rooms were always kept clean, and so was the poolside, staff were out at 6.00 am cleaning the pool and surrounding area.
The food was excellent and there was plenty of choice, even for the picky eater. A great variety for children from the usual chips to all sorts of pasta and sauces. In the evenings there was a variety of themed nights, from Italian, Greek, Oriental etc.
The entertainment staff were also pleasant and ensured you were happy. There was a variety of games on through the day. Whilst the evening entertainment was good, it was a let down on our previous visit. We felt there was too many singing shows and not enough audience participation, such as fund game shows etc. But everyone has their own taste. After two weeks, we had heard a certain member of the team sing enough.
Overall, it was a great holiday with really hot tempatures at this time of the year.
Advice: Ixia is a small town with a variety of good shops within easy walking distance of the hotel
Activities:
Good for: Beach
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- Date of Holiday:Jul 2009
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:First Choice
" lovely hotel "
Submitted By: princess-4444
Me and my boyfriend stayed at the atlantica princess for 2 wks the end of june & it was one of the best holidays we've had. I was a bit worried after reading reveiws as it seemed more like a family hotel, but we had nothing to worry about. The kids reps and entertainment staff were great with the kids but there were other couples there aswell.
CHECK IN- We arrived to the hotel about 9pm after a 15 minute journey which was good,
we checked in straight away and were given our all inclusive wrist band and room number, we even had time to have a quick dinner.
POOL- The pool is lovely its not massive but is big enough to have a swim. we went the end of june and theres no need to get up early to get a sunbed many places you have to be up at 7.00 to get one, it wasnt like this at all. After a few late nights we didnt go down to the pool till lunch time and there was still plently of room.Its fun watching everyone play water polo aswell.
FOOD- The food is lovely, i was quite worried as im a fussy eater but i found somthing i enjoyed every day. the desserts are tp die for. brekfast got a bit boring after the first week but lunch and dinner was lovely.
BEACH- The beach is next to the hotel with sunbeds,it was a pebble beach which we new already from the brochure so wasnt dissapointed. i wasnt to keen on a pebble beach but it wasnt actually that bad. The sea was so clear and warm and wen you get in its all sand.we went to falaraki beach for the day but the sand was just to hot to walk on, and the sea it not as clear.
ENTERTAINMENT- The entertainment was great, wasnt broadway shows but if you want that dont go to places like this. The entertainment team are great and always try and keep you happy. bingo every nite which we won 100 euros. the kiddys disco every nite which was fun to watch. we enjoyed the mama mia show and karaoke.didnt really like the greek night which was on twice while we were there but we went out them nights. ravashing rick is great.
STAFF- Ive never been to a hotel whos staff are as helpful and friendly as here, they cant do enough for you. 10/10
ROOM- Rooms are a good nice with everything you need, hairdryer, fridge, air con. nice size balcony, tv.
LOCATION- The location is good, its quite a quiet area but still has shops and you can get a little train from outside the hotel to takr you up to more shops.
TRIPS- We went on a few trips, we went to turkey for the day which was good, very very hot but worth going. bought loads of t.shirts for cheap.we went to falaraki water park for the day which is also worth doin, the only downside is you have to get a taxi as no buses run to there from where we were.
went to rhodes town which is also good espeically at night. falaraki beach was about 15mins away which was lovely but the sand was too hot to walk on.
Overall this hotel is lovely and is defenatly worth going to. would love to go back one year.
Another thing if you travel with thomson or portland the reps are fantasic always around when you need them and always see them walking around for a chat.
10/10
CHECK IN- We arrived to the hotel about 9pm after a 15 minute journey which was good,
we checked in straight away and were given our all inclusive wrist band and room number, we even had time to have a quick dinner.
POOL- The pool is lovely its not massive but is big enough to have a swim. we went the end of june and theres no need to get up early to get a sunbed many places you have to be up at 7.00 to get one, it wasnt like this at all. After a few late nights we didnt go down to the pool till lunch time and there was still plently of room.Its fun watching everyone play water polo aswell.
FOOD- The food is lovely, i was quite worried as im a fussy eater but i found somthing i enjoyed every day. the desserts are tp die for. brekfast got a bit boring after the first week but lunch and dinner was lovely.
BEACH- The beach is next to the hotel with sunbeds,it was a pebble beach which we new already from the brochure so wasnt dissapointed. i wasnt to keen on a pebble beach but it wasnt actually that bad. The sea was so clear and warm and wen you get in its all sand.we went to falaraki beach for the day but the sand was just to hot to walk on, and the sea it not as clear.
ENTERTAINMENT- The entertainment was great, wasnt broadway shows but if you want that dont go to places like this. The entertainment team are great and always try and keep you happy. bingo every nite which we won 100 euros. the kiddys disco every nite which was fun to watch. we enjoyed the mama mia show and karaoke.didnt really like the greek night which was on twice while we were there but we went out them nights. ravashing rick is great.
STAFF- Ive never been to a hotel whos staff are as helpful and friendly as here, they cant do enough for you. 10/10
ROOM- Rooms are a good nice with everything you need, hairdryer, fridge, air con. nice size balcony, tv.
LOCATION- The location is good, its quite a quiet area but still has shops and you can get a little train from outside the hotel to takr you up to more shops.
TRIPS- We went on a few trips, we went to turkey for the day which was good, very very hot but worth going. bought loads of t.shirts for cheap.we went to falaraki water park for the day which is also worth doin, the only downside is you have to get a taxi as no buses run to there from where we were.
went to rhodes town which is also good espeically at night. falaraki beach was about 15mins away which was lovely but the sand was too hot to walk on.
Overall this hotel is lovely and is defenatly worth going to. would love to go back one year.
Another thing if you travel with thomson or portland the reps are fantasic always around when you need them and always see them walking around for a chat.
10/10
Good for: Beach
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- Date of Holiday:Jun 2009
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Portland Direct
" amazing holiday "
Submitted By: awebb
Just ret from our holiday, what an amazing time we had. The hotell was excellent, even though i thought the rooms were starting to look a little tired, but i heard the hotell is due for a re-fit during the winter monthsw. The food was fantastic, ime a vedgie, but ther was something there for evryone even my fussy kids. Staff were so friendly, I have never experienced anything like it, Even the manager walked round chatted to evryone.
Our holiday rep Dave was the best rep we have ever had, normally u see the rep about twice a week, but he was always around, walking around the pool and chatting just making sure evrthing was ok. I had a prob, when he was off duty, but he insisted it was no prob for him to sorte it there and then. Well done David.
The ent on the evening wasnt Broadway by far, but it was entertaining. Rick was a very good compair, and jo had a very good voice.
All that is there left to say is, if u have any worries, dont. You will have a loveley holiday.
Our holiday rep Dave was the best rep we have ever had, normally u see the rep about twice a week, but he was always around, walking around the pool and chatting just making sure evrthing was ok. I had a prob, when he was off duty, but he insisted it was no prob for him to sorte it there and then. Well done David.
The ent on the evening wasnt Broadway by far, but it was entertaining. Rick was a very good compair, and jo had a very good voice.
All that is there left to say is, if u have any worries, dont. You will have a loveley holiday.
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- Date of Holiday:Jul 2009
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" brilliant holiday "
Submitted By: tej
just got back from a week at this hotel and loved it, staff were great all worked so hard and we were all entertained day and night great for familys, food and all was very good not a typical all inclusive had polite waiters and a great variety of food, drinks v good too. staff made an effort to get to know everyone which makes you feel welcome. just wish we had booked for two weeks, would defo go back again or look for other atlantica brand hotels.
Advice: nice small town butwell worth seeing nice variety of shops, bars
Activities: rhodes old town fantastic only 10 euros in cab good for day or night
Good for: Beach
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- Date of Holiday:Jun 2009
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:First Choice
" Great Place! "
Submitted By: SullyNottingham
What a great place, would recommend this place to any one, especially families.
Our party consisted of 4 adults and two young children (aged 3yrs and 16mths) and we ALL had a great time! Weather was wonderfull
Food was great, a wide selection to choose from, so wasn't disappointed. We would definately reccommend the GREEK NIGHT as the food was good and the Greek dancers were really good.
The pool area consisted of one large pool, a small kids pool with slides and a baby pool with a canopy to keep the sun of them. It was extremely clean with plenty of sun lounges and parasols.
Rooms were very clean and had lots of space. we upgraded to a family suite for an extra 10 euros a day (which was a bargain) as the room was massive and laid out on two floors with two separate bedrooms. The rooms were cleaned and we were given fresh towels every day. Beds were comfy too.
The staff worked very hard and were extremely friendly and helpfull.
The only thing i would say is that the evening entertainment wasn't the best (apart from the greek night), however the entertainers did work very hard!
I would recommend all to go to Kallithea Springs, it is a beautifull place. Lindos is great too, however i would not recommend if you have young Children or you have trouble walking as it is mostly up hill with steps! Rhodes Old Town is a must, with its old buildings, shops and bars/cafes/restaurants.
Will definately go back!
Our party consisted of 4 adults and two young children (aged 3yrs and 16mths) and we ALL had a great time! Weather was wonderfull
Food was great, a wide selection to choose from, so wasn't disappointed. We would definately reccommend the GREEK NIGHT as the food was good and the Greek dancers were really good.
The pool area consisted of one large pool, a small kids pool with slides and a baby pool with a canopy to keep the sun of them. It was extremely clean with plenty of sun lounges and parasols.
Rooms were very clean and had lots of space. we upgraded to a family suite for an extra 10 euros a day (which was a bargain) as the room was massive and laid out on two floors with two separate bedrooms. The rooms were cleaned and we were given fresh towels every day. Beds were comfy too.
The staff worked very hard and were extremely friendly and helpfull.
The only thing i would say is that the evening entertainment wasn't the best (apart from the greek night), however the entertainers did work very hard!
I would recommend all to go to Kallithea Springs, it is a beautifull place. Lindos is great too, however i would not recommend if you have young Children or you have trouble walking as it is mostly up hill with steps! Rhodes Old Town is a must, with its old buildings, shops and bars/cafes/restaurants.
Will definately go back!
Good for: Beach
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- Date of Holiday:Jun 2009
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" A MUST! "
Submitted By: mckechnie
Myself and husband have just returned from a week at Atlantica Princess Hotel and I could honestly say it was excellent in every way. We have been on tons on All Inclusive holidays and this was the best by far. Only complaint was that we were only booked for 1 week, wish it was 2 weeks. Manager and staff throughout the hotel was very friendly. Manager was there to give us a friendly welcome to the hotel and he was also there to speak to us and see our coach away after our week. Food was excellent and plenty. Weather for the first week in May was really hot. We did not have any children with us but it looked liked they were entertained well with the staff. Thomson first choice reps (David & Chris) were always available and very helpful. All as I can say is you wont be dissapointed by Atlantica Princess Hotel. Go on give it a try, we will be going again.
Advice: Nice wee resort
Activities: All the restuarants looked excellent (we were A/I)
Good for: Beach
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- Date of Holiday:May 2009
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" fantastic holiday "
Submitted By: chrissy 56
just returned from the atlantica palace after two weeks with our 6 year old grandson who had the time of his life, especially with jelly kelly,loopy lynn and amazing emily at the kids club, who were so good with him [he,s not the easiest child as he has adhd]
our room was huge, immaculately clean, the maids so cheerful. beds a bit hard but thats a minor detail.Rick and the entertainment team really try so hard to please everyone, his 'double act' with anna, [who's from sweden]during the evening bingo kept us smiling.
Jo, james, & michelle, with their song & dance routines, just don't know where they get their energy from, they never stop, rick is a born comedian, has a great banter especially when heckled by a six year old!!!
food was very good, always something to choose from.plus you could actually taste the alcohol in the cocktails.
This was also the first time i have ever been met by the hotel manager whilst waiting for our coach to the airport and asked if everything had been alright for us.
I can see why they were awarded trip advisor hotel of the year
our room was huge, immaculately clean, the maids so cheerful. beds a bit hard but thats a minor detail.Rick and the entertainment team really try so hard to please everyone, his 'double act' with anna, [who's from sweden]during the evening bingo kept us smiling.
Jo, james, & michelle, with their song & dance routines, just don't know where they get their energy from, they never stop, rick is a born comedian, has a great banter especially when heckled by a six year old!!!
food was very good, always something to choose from.plus you could actually taste the alcohol in the cocktails.
This was also the first time i have ever been met by the hotel manager whilst waiting for our coach to the airport and asked if everything had been alright for us.
I can see why they were awarded trip advisor hotel of the year
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- Date of Holiday:Apr 2009
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:Thomson
" great holiday going again this year "
Submitted By: trevski
Bad points first
1, tour staff not very helpfull when u need them no where to be found.
2, the beach not great for toddlers
Great points
HOTEL STAFF
warm friendly very helpfull.
Seemed to have lots of time for everyone they got to know you as a person not just another one of the hundreds that went before you.
They work long days and nights but they were always smiling and happy which makes you happy and relaxed.
The service was great be it at the pool the bar or dinner table drinks were served cold when you wanted.
ENTERTAINMENT STAFF
As it was coming to the end of the season most of the entertainment staff had gone home and we were left with the three greatest people every funny friendly happy and well up for a laugh.
Not to pushy trying to involve people in the games and acttiveties.
They made me feel like a tean again playing waterpolo, aqua slash, darts, killer pool, archery, football, volleyball, giant connect four and loads of other games in the day.
In the evening more familey games quizes bingo then the caberet.
Have to take ur hats off to them they were around the pool by 9am then running round all day and night but still have time for everyone.
THE FOOD
I have never been on an all inclusive before so didnt know what to expect with the food i thought it would be a free for all things getting mixed together and cold and running out of stuff.
It was nothing like that no mixed food or cold and never ending ammount of everything and all fresh to there was no lunch left overs served for dinner and no dinner left overs served for lunch.
I have a few food allergies so have to watch what i eat. When i wasnt sure about what was in some of the food all i had to do is ask the chef and he explained what was in it so i had a relaxin time with no worries.
THE ROOM
We stayed in a familey suite as you walked in you had the toilet to the side then n front the kitchen/diner then the living area leading to a balcony over looking the sea. Then you went down some stairs you come to a large bath/shower room toilet then in to a large bedroom leading on to a balcony overlooking the pool it was ammasing.
THE HOTEL
As you walk into the hotel you enter a large open planned area with lots of comfy seats tables and internet area also reception.
Off that you have a small shop, dinning area and a bar.
Easy access to all floors by stairs or lifts.
Tidy size pool and a little pool for youngters and babies there is also a shower area for wen u get out the pool.
Outside bar well shaded in parts for when you just want to chill out relax and not worry about being burnt.
Nice big play area for the younger ones and kiddy club for the tots so you can have some peace.
Shaded grass areas around the pool.
Your across the road from the local shops real cheap prices.
Taxis just a call away ask recepition and just out front of the hotel is the land train stop which goes to rhodes town and to nearby trianda.
Not to far from airport was first drop off and last pick up so travel wasnt to bad.
ONE LAST BUT IMPORTANT THING
if u get the chance go to the cake box the cakes are to die for 15min walk from the hotel
1, tour staff not very helpfull when u need them no where to be found.
2, the beach not great for toddlers
Great points
HOTEL STAFF
warm friendly very helpfull.
Seemed to have lots of time for everyone they got to know you as a person not just another one of the hundreds that went before you.
They work long days and nights but they were always smiling and happy which makes you happy and relaxed.
The service was great be it at the pool the bar or dinner table drinks were served cold when you wanted.
ENTERTAINMENT STAFF
As it was coming to the end of the season most of the entertainment staff had gone home and we were left with the three greatest people every funny friendly happy and well up for a laugh.
Not to pushy trying to involve people in the games and acttiveties.
They made me feel like a tean again playing waterpolo, aqua slash, darts, killer pool, archery, football, volleyball, giant connect four and loads of other games in the day.
In the evening more familey games quizes bingo then the caberet.
Have to take ur hats off to them they were around the pool by 9am then running round all day and night but still have time for everyone.
THE FOOD
I have never been on an all inclusive before so didnt know what to expect with the food i thought it would be a free for all things getting mixed together and cold and running out of stuff.
It was nothing like that no mixed food or cold and never ending ammount of everything and all fresh to there was no lunch left overs served for dinner and no dinner left overs served for lunch.
I have a few food allergies so have to watch what i eat. When i wasnt sure about what was in some of the food all i had to do is ask the chef and he explained what was in it so i had a relaxin time with no worries.
THE ROOM
We stayed in a familey suite as you walked in you had the toilet to the side then n front the kitchen/diner then the living area leading to a balcony over looking the sea. Then you went down some stairs you come to a large bath/shower room toilet then in to a large bedroom leading on to a balcony overlooking the pool it was ammasing.
THE HOTEL
As you walk into the hotel you enter a large open planned area with lots of comfy seats tables and internet area also reception.
Off that you have a small shop, dinning area and a bar.
Easy access to all floors by stairs or lifts.
Tidy size pool and a little pool for youngters and babies there is also a shower area for wen u get out the pool.
Outside bar well shaded in parts for when you just want to chill out relax and not worry about being burnt.
Nice big play area for the younger ones and kiddy club for the tots so you can have some peace.
Shaded grass areas around the pool.
Your across the road from the local shops real cheap prices.
Taxis just a call away ask recepition and just out front of the hotel is the land train stop which goes to rhodes town and to nearby trianda.
Not to far from airport was first drop off and last pick up so travel wasnt to bad.
ONE LAST BUT IMPORTANT THING
if u get the chance go to the cake box the cakes are to die for 15min walk from the hotel
Good for: Beach
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- Date of Holiday:Oct 2008
- Board Basis:All Inclusive
- Tour Operator:First Choice
" Great Holiday "
Submitted By: AliMetz
Just returned from a one week half board holiday with my husband at the Atlantica Princess and we thoroughly enjoyed it.
The hotel was very clean and relatively modern with large rooms and surprisingly large bathrooms. There was no air conditioning because they switch it off in October and it was surprising how hot the weather was in the middle of October, about 24 degrees. We found the size of our balcony plenty big enough with a really nice sea view of the coastline round towards Rhodes town and across to Turkey. The freshwater pool was good but very cold, although very refreshing when you needed to cool down. The food selection at breakfast and dinner was very good with plenty of choice for all ages and taste buds, with themed nights e.g. Chinese, Italian, etc. most nights. Men need to remember to bring long trousers or jeans for evening meals in the restaurant.
The staff were extremely polite, friendly and helpful. We didn't participate in any of the poolside games but the rep staff seemed very good, especially entertaining was watching the fun and games during mid morning aqua-splash! The hotel was very quiet this time of year so no problems at all getting a sun lounger and usually right next to the pool if you wanted.
A trip to Rhodes town and the harbour is worth a visit and at 2 euros each way on the local bus (or 11 euros in a local taxi) is great value and much cheaper than the organised excursions. It's very easy to get there and not a problem getting back safely to your hotel.
There’s also a little road train that stops outside the hotel every hour between 10am and 8pm and for 4 euros each takes you on a 45 minute ride to the local resort along the coast and then through the local town, which is especially great for those who wouldn’t be able to walk that far.
There are a couple of cafe/restaurants and shops/mini-supermarkets just outside the hotel which stock pretty much what you need, including fresh milk and English teabags if you want to make a cuppa back in your hotel room (there's a mini-fridge and full size kettle in the rooms).
A short 15 - 20 minute walk away are many more cafes, restaurants and shops. Alkionis cocktail/sports bar is well worth a visit, we popped in there most evenings. Very friendly staff, good lunchtime snacks and plenty of big screen TVs if you're missing your soaps, X-Factor and football!
We didn’t feel the need to transfer to the All Inclusive package for an extra 18 euros per person per day (minimum of 3 days), you can also transfer to just the All Inclusive drinks package for 14 euros per person per day. The local food and drink prices were very reasonable – 2 euros for a glass of wine, 3 euros for a pint of lager and about 4 euros for a cocktail.
We were supposed to check out of our room at 12 noon with collection for coach transfer to the airport at 7.30pm, and although we were prepared to pay the 55 euros for a let checkout we were very kindly given a complimentary late checkout until 6.30pm. This was probably because the hotel was so quiet at this time of year though.
All in all we had a great time and would highly recommend this hotel, location and time of year to any couple seeking a quiet, relaxing break with excellent weather.
The hotel was very clean and relatively modern with large rooms and surprisingly large bathrooms. There was no air conditioning because they switch it off in October and it was surprising how hot the weather was in the middle of October, about 24 degrees. We found the size of our balcony plenty big enough with a really nice sea view of the coastline round towards Rhodes town and across to Turkey. The freshwater pool was good but very cold, although very refreshing when you needed to cool down. The food selection at breakfast and dinner was very good with plenty of choice for all ages and taste buds, with themed nights e.g. Chinese, Italian, etc. most nights. Men need to remember to bring long trousers or jeans for evening meals in the restaurant.
The staff were extremely polite, friendly and helpful. We didn't participate in any of the poolside games but the rep staff seemed very good, especially entertaining was watching the fun and games during mid morning aqua-splash! The hotel was very quiet this time of year so no problems at all getting a sun lounger and usually right next to the pool if you wanted.
A trip to Rhodes town and the harbour is worth a visit and at 2 euros each way on the local bus (or 11 euros in a local taxi) is great value and much cheaper than the organised excursions. It's very easy to get there and not a problem getting back safely to your hotel.
There’s also a little road train that stops outside the hotel every hour between 10am and 8pm and for 4 euros each takes you on a 45 minute ride to the local resort along the coast and then through the local town, which is especially great for those who wouldn’t be able to walk that far.
There are a couple of cafe/restaurants and shops/mini-supermarkets just outside the hotel which stock pretty much what you need, including fresh milk and English teabags if you want to make a cuppa back in your hotel room (there's a mini-fridge and full size kettle in the rooms).
A short 15 - 20 minute walk away are many more cafes, restaurants and shops. Alkionis cocktail/sports bar is well worth a visit, we popped in there most evenings. Very friendly staff, good lunchtime snacks and plenty of big screen TVs if you're missing your soaps, X-Factor and football!
We didn’t feel the need to transfer to the All Inclusive package for an extra 18 euros per person per day (minimum of 3 days), you can also transfer to just the All Inclusive drinks package for 14 euros per person per day. The local food and drink prices were very reasonable – 2 euros for a glass of wine, 3 euros for a pint of lager and about 4 euros for a cocktail.
We were supposed to check out of our room at 12 noon with collection for coach transfer to the airport at 7.30pm, and although we were prepared to pay the 55 euros for a let checkout we were very kindly given a complimentary late checkout until 6.30pm. This was probably because the hotel was so quiet at this time of year though.
All in all we had a great time and would highly recommend this hotel, location and time of year to any couple seeking a quiet, relaxing break with excellent weather.
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- Date of Holiday:Oct 2008
- Board Basis:Half Board
- Tour Operator:Portland Direct
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We had a family room and it was really spacious, howver they turn the air conditioning off in October therefore we were struggling in the night. It is a season of mosquitoes, therefore go prepared. The entertainment in the evening was really good and we really enjoyed it. They had entertainment for the kids aswell as the adults all through out the day. I booked my holiday through Thomson's. The reps and the kids club were excellent. My kids really enjoyed the kids club and are missing it very much.
The location of the hotel is not that good, there is nothing really nearby it if you are considering walking and sight seeing. Rhodes town centre is about 10mins away in Car..the taxi fares were reasonable, it costed about 12 euros going into town and coming back was 10 euros.
Shopping at Marmaris in Turkey is really worth going. We went privately without Thomson rep and it costed half of what Thomson was asking! Good shopping for Bargains.
The seaside is very pebbley, there is no sad to be seen!! However the sea is BLUE!!!
Overall I would highly recommend this hotel for a family stay. It is friendly and the staff are very accomadating.
I would go back to this hotel as it is worth the stay!
Advice: Excellent for a family holiday!
Activities: Old town Rhodes and Maramis shopping in Turkey
Good for: Beach