Lorraine Moore
What a beautiful and elegant' hotel. The staff are incredible. There is direct access to the promenade and beach from the hotel. Pool side service is excellent. Nightly entertainment is better than expected. The hotel provides towels which are fitted to sunbeds and don't blow away. On check-in we were given the option of fresh sheets daily, or every 2nd day. We were also asked if we wanted fresh towels twice daily. Coffee capsules, water and chocolates replenished daily. Location excellent. Breakfast excellent. Complimentary drinks offered on arrival and we were directed to a bar adjacent to reception, where we got the friendliest welcome, along with our drink AND some tapas. Parking is free. On arrival a valet parked our car for us. Apparently the car park has a lift directly to the hotel.👍 We cannot fault this hotel and will definitely be back
Jakub Kolář
As mentioned in previous reviews, the security staff at this hotel is not particularly welcoming. My family went ahead to the bar, as it has a great reputation. They were not hotel residents, but visiting the bar without being a resident had never been an issue in previous years.
I arrived later than my family, dressed appropriately in a sweater and dress pants. Unlike them, I was stopped by security and asked what I wanted. I politely stated that I was going to the bar, but I was told that it was for residents only. I explained that my family had just entered and that they were not residents either, so I didn’t understand why I was being denied entry. The security guard then told me that someone from my family had to come and get me. Eventually, they let me in.
Once inside, the staff was excellent, and the drinks were fantastic as always. However, I find the security’s approach confusing and frustrating—lying to me and forcing older family members to come down the stairs just to escort me in, as if I were a child. I don’t believe this is the first unpleasant experience with the security team, and I think a solution should be found.
I would love to visit the bar again, provided I am not unfairly denied entry next time.
david ensor
I have stayed here before but I was not happy with our room G220 as I explained on leaving. There was a waterfall outside the room which was very noisy until 7pm, but much worse was the bathroom had a bad smell of drains. We were only staying for one night so I did not make an issue of it, but it is just not good enough in a five star hotel. When we stayed before our rooms had a much nicer outlook so that was a disappointment as well. Our bags never came to the room either and we had to go to reception (after 2 hours) to request their delivery to room- again not good enough. Bar good and breakfast too.
chrish
Came here for a couple of days of pre-xmas sunshine and relaxation.
Absolutely beautiful place and in a perfect location. Staff were very welcoming and attentive. We arrived early, before the check in time, and were given drinks and a snack at the bar while we waited.
Our room was in the best spot, overlooking the pools and beyond at the sea, with our own private terrace which had the sun all day. The room had everything you would need, hairdryer, tea and coffee making, water, robes and slippers (though one robe had a torn pocket), toiletries- I personally prefer them in individual bottles with the ingredients listed so I can check for harmful chemicals. Unfortunately these were in dispensers, so I had no idea what was in them and could not try them. I've marked a star down for this, I understand the desire to save on plastic and cost but for the price of the room I still expect individual toiletries.
I had annoyingly twisted my ankle on the journey over and it was no trouble to get a huge bag of ice from the staff to help with the swelling. We also asked for more coffees for the room which were brought quickly. It would be nice if they had decaff tea already in the room too.
We had dinner and breakfast in the buffet restaurant and there was also the option of having freshly made dishes with a chef ready to prepare an omelette or baked fish etc if you wanted. There was so much choice of starter, mains, deserts and cheeses etc, every dish was well presented, and the whole area was immaculate. If we had stayed longer we definitely would have tried a meal at the a la carte restaurant on site, perhaps if we go back next time.
Ginge Gough
Excellent hotel in a perfect location. Staff were courteous, professional and always willing to help throughout the resort. We stayed in Masca 409 suite with panoramic views of the pools, gardens and the Fanabe beach. Our housekeeper Yayana, (think that's the spelling?) was excellent, and a special mention for Silvio on reception who couldn't have been more helpful throughout our stay. Overall, a terrific choice of hotel.
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