We didn't pay a great deal for the room and so didn't expect too much, but what we did expect was met and in some cases exceeded. The rooms are small and facilities are limited (we had no kettle), however there are lots of little extras such as a complementary bottle of merlot on arrival as well as water. There are black-out curtains in the bedrooms which are great

The cleaners are great, they work really hard as does the waiter/ barman. The receptionist during the week was a little surley, however given the good holiday and other staff, it can be forgiven as it is not representative of the hotel in general. The barman really is great.

The hotel and grounds are clean, although bed sheets and towels could do with refreshing. Also the room we were in could have done with a bit of maintenance because of chipped tiles etc. Both of us felt the beds were uncomfortable

There is a choice of restaurants and shops nearby and the beach is a short bus ride away; it is also a great base for exploring the island further. There are plenty of leaflets to help you decide if you want to go on trips which cover everything from wildlife, art and waterparks to sport as well as the obligatory glass-bottom boat trip.

Stayed their March/April 2011. Very clean and quiet although fairly busy.
Beds, the usual uncomfortable type you find over here, but no worse than most.
Staff very helpful,
Will consider again if I go back to Gran Canaria next year.

I lived in Maspalomas for several years and our families came to visit quite alot. Parque Nogal was where they always stayed. This place is fantastic and a great base to explore the south of the island. Ok it is not slap bang in the middle of Playa De Ingles or Puerto Rico but why anyone would want to stay in the middle of either these horrible resorts is beyond me (unless of course your 18-25 and want to party all night). If you are looking for some where off the beaten track but only a 5 min walk or taxi ride to restaurants/Holiday World/Yumbo Centre/playa de Ingles beach/Maspalomas beach (there is actually a complimentary bus that brings you to and from Maspalomas beach where you can find a lovely walkway with fab views, good shops and lovely restaurants) then pick here. The apartments are 2 story with a bedroom (2 single beds) and a bathroom upstairs. Downstairs has a sofa bed plus a kitchen with a breakfast bar/stools. There is a large fridge/freezer which is really great if staying with family as you can go to the nearby HiperDino shopping centre (San Fernando) and stock up for the stay (save you a few euro also!). There is also a small yard out the back, handy for hanging washing/swimsuits. Each apartment has a small terrace with table and chairs and there is also a balcony off the bedroom upstairs.
The swimming pool is big and plenty of sun loungers. There is a restaurant (never ate here) and bar. There is a laundry room, internet in the lobby (not free), pool table, t.v. room downstairs (there is a T.V. in each apartment). It is quite in the evenings so not suitable for night owls wanting to come back and have a few drinks as it gets really quite after 11p.m. This is an ideal spot for anyone with children or older couples looking for somewhere relaxing and quiet. The staff are professional, not in your face and the maid service is great. This has to be one of the best value places around in the south of the island. If anyone would like any more advice on Gran Canaria don't hesitate to ask.

Great for groups of 4 as you can all get in one room (like we were). You have the upstairs and downstairs as well as a kitchen to take advantage of. Downfall was the beds, very uncomfortable and the pillows were so lumpy I had to wrap mine in a towel to get a good nights sleep! However, the staff members are great, especially the restaurant staff. Some struggle a little with english but I speak conversational Spanish. Hotel rules state towels are not to be used to save sun loungers but unfortunately this was ignored. Great sun trap though and all the loungers are in a great position. Pool was cleaned thoroughly every morning. Cleaners don't visit everyday which can be thought of as a bit unhygenic as you cannot flush your toilet tissue, it should be binned. A little out of the way which can be nice for a quiet holiday and a taxi to the main centre of playa del ingles is only 4 euros. Down the road is the Faro 2 shopping centre, be sure to visit Broncemar II restaurant if you go there, absolutely fantastic! I would recommend this hotel for a last minute, budget holiday as we paid only £10 a night each (£40 a night for all 4 of us).