We booked this apt very late, as we couldn't find anything. It was £100 for 2 nights for 2 people. The entrance and pool were very clean and the staff at the desk were very nice, but when we got to the room it was the end of nice.
The place stank of smoke. I'm not a smoker, but this was making my head and throat sore. We were told no other rooms, but the next morning I said I know we are only here for 2 nights, but I can't stand it. The girl ay reception said she would have the curtains and top bedding changed. We lay at the pool just below our apt. She never changed them, she shut the curtains and mopped the floor. We had to do something, so off to the shop to get air freshener. We doused the curtains and bedding with it. Helped a little. That was the downfall of this stay.... unfortunate.

We flew with Thomas Cook 22nd - 29th Dec and arrived at about 6pm having been the last drop off.We were greeted by a very friendly receptionist who checked us in very quickly and we were allocated a room on 7th floor and we had a spectacular view.
The apartment was adequate for what we wanted and was spotless clean.It had fridge,oven and hob,kettle,plates,cutlery etc.The bedroom had 2 single beds which we pushed together and plenty of wardrobe and cupboard space.Bathroom had walk in shower and fresh clean towels.I couldn't fault it one bit!!
It is very high up on the hill and we walked down the steps on a morning and few times walked back up them at night but a taxi was only 3 euros.
On the 2nd morning we spoke to another very friendly receptionist called Lorraine and she was such a lovely,friendly ,warm and helpful person....Thanks for making us feel so welcome Lorraine.
We had a great stay here over the Christmas period and would not hesitate to visit Castillo again and would definitely recommend it. Loved it!!

just returned from a week at Castillo del Sol, Staff first class,rooms basic but clean, healthy walk to the town avoiding the steps, taxi back about 3 euro's (worth it). Good value for the money only down side was the constant music from the pool bar (and I mean constant)

This is my Second visit to Puerto Rico, Gran Canaria. Last time we stayed at the Colina Mar which i also wrote a good review on.

Castillo De sol wasnt actually a choice of mine but a friends and with money being tight these apartments were very apealing at £250 for one week.

I had done extensive reviews and checks on the hotel before booking so i knew exactly what to expect. Staff were very friendly and helpfull which to me is very important. Beds, towels and floor mopping was done 3 times in the week we stayed which to me was fine.

We had a 5ft floor view of the valley and sea, not as good as the view from Colina de Mar but then that was at the top of the hill. This hotel was situated half way down but still 187 steps had to be climbed to get to it. Not a problem going down but hard going up after a few pints. Kept us fit though.

The rooms were basic but you do get what you pay for, again we knew what to expect and this wasnt a problem for us.

The sun hit the pool area around 10am and stayed with you until 7.30 i think. Be sure to get down just before 10am as within a blink of an eye all beds were taken.

If you not a fussy person this hotel is fine. Lorriane, the entertainment her voice can sometimes annoy but she is a nice lady and puts on games for the kids.

Dont be put off by my 3 out of 5 rating. For us what makes a holiday is nice staff, good weather, clean rooms and plenty of beer. Id recomend for couples old and young with or without kids.

Temps were between 25-28 degrees this time of year