Joseph “Joe” Proud
Love this place. Been here 3+years. Rooms are gorgeous, after going through a renovation. Great selection of food for breakfast, lunch and dinner and if you go all inclusive....drinks all day....sat by the pool, sun shining, friendly staff, like-minded holidaymakers. Highly recommended
Richard Smith
After reading all the negative reviews we went with an open mind to find out for ourselves.
We arrived around 8.30pm for 10 nights, and check in was easy. The reception staff were all very helpful and polite.
There was a €20 deposit for the room refunded on departure.
We were in room 910 which hasn't been refurbished yet but we had a sea view and the room is huge, cleaned well by the army of cleaners when it was our turn.
Yes, the room does need a refurb, like cock-eyed sockets, stiff front door, the odd cracked tiles.
The TV has a coin meter on it but we never used it as we had a radio when sat on the balcony.
BUT, you have to remember this hotel doesn't sell itself as anything but a 2 star hotel and it was clean and everything worked as it should.
The food was average to very good.
In our opinion the breakfast was good, having bacon every 2 days I think it was, but english sausages and an array of other foods to choose from.
The lunches beat the tea time food hands down. For lunch there was steak and chips one day for example and we tried to make a point of going for lunch when we were there. Ice cream was always available with 3 or 4 flavours on offer.
The tea time selection wasn't brilliant but we always found something to eat and never went hungry.
I believe this to be because a lot of people tend to go out for a meal etc on an evening due to there being no entertainment on.
Bars and restaurants were nearby so only a short walk away.
The bus station is 5 minutes walk away and we highly recommend using them as they are cheap as chips.
The pool area was great, as we would walk out on a morning when we returned there was always sunbeds to be had. It is a great sun trap.
The bar is close to the pool so not far to go for refreshments and all the barmen and women work tirelessly to keep everyone happy.
In summary if you want 5 star don't book, but if you want a great value all inclusive holiday in a budget hotel that makes a great base to explore the island then this is for you, yes there are niggles, but it is an older hotel. The staff in this hotel will in my opinion bend over backwards for the guests. Just treat them as you expect to be treated.
The whole experience was great for me and my wife and we will definitely be returning.
etheriel66
We are a couple but I booked a Deluxe apartment for 3 people in order to have a separate bedroom. We get a one-room apartment with 3 beds and the kitchen in the room. The apartment is on the highway side so very noisy, I don't sleep well at night. A friend booked the same hotel for him alone, he got an apartment with a separate bedroom, in a quiet location. It's incomprehensible. We asked to change apartment.
EDIT. After a week and repeated requests, we were finally able to change apartments by paying an extra €30. The new apartment was much better but it was a waste of time, energy and money that ruined part of the vacation.
Bradley morton
The hotel is low budget and you get what you pay for, in need of some TLC and renovating but it's a nice building and the views from top are amazing. Our room was alright but again bog standard. Shops are nearby and lots of places to eat and the swimming pool was decent. The beach isn't far away and the bus station isn't neither to get around to different places! Overall an average place and nice staff..
Adam Prettyjohns
I stayed at the Corona Roja Hotel about ten years ago, and back then, it had a reputation for being cheap but very dated. I didn’t expect much this time either, but I was pleasantly surprised by how much has changed. The hotel is clearly being modernised, and my overall experience was great, especially for the price. It’s still affordable, but now it feels like it’s catching up with the times.
Check-in and check-out were straightforward, and the staff were very friendly and helpful. Reception is staffed 24/7, and the younger lady who checked me in on the 11th floor was particularly welcoming. The hotel itself is a tall building with about 140 rooms. The reception area is a bit random in design, with a mix of shops and stores, but everything was clean and tidy. There’s also a supermarket and a small pharmacy attached to the hotel, which is super handy.
The deluxe studio room I stayed in was one of the newly refurbished ones, and it was fantastic. The beds were really comfy, the bathroom was spacious and modern with stylish lighting, and the kitchen was bright and functional. It had a fridge and microwave, which were great, but no kettle, which would’ve been useful. The TV was a flat-screen but still coin-operated, which feels outdated, though I didn’t really use it. The balcony, however, was the highlight – it had a table, chairs, and an incredible 180-degree view of the sea and shoreline. For one or two people, the room was more than spacious, and being on the 11th floor, it was really quiet too.
One feature I wasn’t aware of before was the rooftop solarium, which was a great surprise. It’s accessible during the day and early evening and has loungers, tables, and chairs. While there’s no bar up there, the views over Playa del Inglés are absolutely stunning and probably some of the best you’ll find in the area. It’s not something that’s heavily advertised, so it could easily be missed, but it’s definitely worth checking out.
The hotel has an outdoor pool and a baby pool, which looked well-maintained, though I didn’t use them. There’s also an indoor pool, but it seemed out of action. Renovation work was going on during my stay, but I didn’t hear any noise or feel disturbed at all. The hotel was clean and well-maintained throughout, and room cleaning was done five times a week, with towels changed twice and bedding replaced twice as well.
The only downside for me was breakfast. There was a decent variety – cooked items, yoghurts, cereals, meats – but it’s very canteen-style, cooked in bulk, and the quality just wasn’t great. The coffee, from automated machines, was disappointing too. I mostly stuck to a bowl of cereal and coffee to take away. I didn’t try dining at the hotel outside of breakfast, as I prefer exploring local restaurants, but I heard the all-inclusive meals can get repetitive. The fridge in my room was handy for keeping drinks and snacks, which suited me better anyway.
The location is another strong point. It’s really close to the beach, and most rooms have either sea views or views of the mountains behind. It’s about a 20–25 minute walk to the Yumbo Centre and 30 minutes to the Cita Shopping Centre, which was fine for me as I enjoy walking. Taxis are everywhere and super affordable, usually between €2–€4 for a short trip. There are also plenty of public transport options nearby and loads of shops and restaurants within a 5–10 minute walk.
Considering I stayed during Winter Pride week, which is one of the busiest (and often priciest) times, I found the value for money to be excellent. Prices are even cheaper outside of peak times, so this is a great option for anyone looking for an affordable stay without compromising on comfort.
I’d definitely recommend the Corona Roja to budget travellers, solo visitors, or even small families who want an affordable all-inclusive option. There are a few areas for improvement – offering kettles or air conditioning units for hire, removing the coin-operated TVs, and improving the breakfast quality would make a big difference. But overall, it’s a solid choice!
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