On arriving at the hotel we was given a rum punch and a cold flannel which was very nice. the reception staff was ok. we was given information on dining times with a card for beach towls and a saftey deposit box key which you had to leave your credit card details for a deposit of 50 us dollars each so don't loose them. our cases where then taken to the room so far so good.

room: on first impressions the rooms were ok very big and very clean. the bath and shower could have done with a bit of updating. there was shampoo, conditioner and shower gel that would get refilled when half gone. moisturising cream and flannels also so was impressed with that. there is a large flat screen tv in the bedrooms and lots of storage we was on the ground floor over looking the pool and beach which was lovely. only down side was at night being so close to the sea its very noisy so if your a light sleeper its not reccomended.

food: there was 3 restaurants one was the azul which we never tried but heard it was very nice but you had to pay a little extra for and could only visit twice over your stay. the other was the mermaid which was breakfast, lunch, 2 buffet nights and 5 a la carte nights. for the evening you had to book a time slot at breakfast or the night before.breakfast was very nice the same every day but a good choice. seen as they had every thing possible available for breakfast there is no room for change. the omelettes were fantastic and judy who made them was lovely and brightened up the morning. lunch times at the fish pot beach bar were also very good pizza was lovely and sereved all sorts burger, chips hot dogs etc. the mermaid at lunch was just a buffet was ok could have been more variety. dinner at the mermaid was ok menu was very limited it was a 3 course but only 4 main meals to choose from and being a fussy eater at time there was nothing i would want but when i did it was very nice.

service: i didnt really need to contact anyone about complaints as i had none other than one lady in the restaurant. i cant remember what her name was but she never seemed happy, when served by her she would often give me the wrong food. and ask what your drinks were and never bring them over. on the other hand the waiter charles was fantasic, very friendly and delivered fantastic service would always say hello when passing lovely guy. the grounds were kept very clean and the people who worked the would always say hello when passing. richard the gardener was also another great guy always chatting and always happy gave us lots of information about the island.

beach: the beach is fantastic, and beautiful there is water sports available and the guys that work there are great very friendly and chilled. when on the beach there is a guy called chesterfeild who is great always comimg round with drink sevice and cold flannels to keep you cool. the beach it well looked after and kept clean and tidy. you get a few come round selling stuff but if you say no they just go. really funny guys to talk to thou. on the grounds of the hotel you have bert who is selling also another funny guy who is happy to chat and no pressure to sell.

entertainment: being in our late 20's i found the entertainment very boring and think thats an area which could definatly improve there was a lot of elderly people that made me feel a little uncomfortable at times and called there self the january club and would look at you like it was there hotel. apart from them there was a few younger people and then the middle aged which was great every one said hello and met some lovely people (other than the saga crew). the people that work there are so friendly and chilled and make you feel so relaxed.

area: the area is great on a friday you have oistens where all the tourists and locals go to party. loads of food to choose from great music gift stalls and a great atmosphere its only a 20 minute walk but beware pavements in barbados are not great. there are little sports bars around and st lawrance gap around a 30 minute walk away. its very safe to walk around and felt safe all the time.

overall i would definatly come back the hotel was beautiful and clean, beach was amazing, food was nice and the people are fantasic. would be a much better place with a bit more entertainment at night in the hotel.