IFA Continental Hotel

Our 2nd time in this hotel was just as enjoyable as the first. Although I have heard that it caters for children in the peak seasons, it is definitely more geared towards adults.
The food is absolutely fantastic, with themed nights such as Italian, Spanish & Mexican. There is such a selection, it makes it difficult to choose what to have. Like most guests, we had a bit of everything!
The rooms are very clean and well maintained as is the whole complex. Requesting a sea view or pool view is recommended as the front of the hotel overlooks the main thoroughfare for taxis and coaches.
If you like being beside the pool, you have a choice of three!
The main one caters for those who want some poolside action in the form of activities with the animation team and cocktail games. Another pool is for those who want peace, quiet, and a dip.
The last one is designed for the younger set but many of us adults had some fun on the flume!
Don’t miss out on the 4 Jacuzzis in/around the picturesque pools areas.
Both day and nightime entertainment is provided. The animation team organise daytime sports/leisure activities (for which you can win certificates/medals & bottles of champagne). There are also fashion shows day & night, which we grew tired with but others really liked. Nightime shows were varied with the animation team performing short versions of West End musicals,(Grease and Phantom Of The Opera, to mention two), and quality Spanish & imported acts; we saw 'The Drifters' who were terrific. We avoided early evening entertainment as the resident duo repeated the same set of songs every night.
Another downside is the drinks waiter service. Unless you are a good tipper, you will be waiting forever and a day to get served. Go to the bar and get the drinks yourself, it is 100 times quicker and you will see how much alcohol actually goes in!
Best places to go outside the hotel: For fun & games, laughter and Karaoke go to 'Shakers', just around the corner from the hotel. For drag shows, more fun & clubbing, visit the Yumbo Centre. It is also good shopping! Keane's in the Irish Centre is walking distance and can be fun for all ages.
You can get some bargains at the Kasbah but be prepared for the hassle from those trying to ply for your custom and watch out for the fake designer gear! At nightime the Kasbah comes alive, especially for the younger set but we found it a bit too rough & ready.
The hotel clients on both occasions have been predominantly German, Swedish & Dutch but we made some very good friends and can highly recommend the IFA to those looking for excellent accommodation with the opportunity to relax or have some fun.