We recently returned from another trip to the lovely Magnolias, and glat to see that it's still the best. This is our first time back to the complex since the bar area got it's "makeover".
I am still not convinced that this was a good move as it divided the bar/ restaurant area into an inside area and an outside area. In the past we have had some good caberet nights here but these have been done away with now, as a result of the recent "makeover. I always looked forward to these nights, as it provided a great opportunity to meet the other guests.
The only other issue I have, is with the air-conditioning. You need a remote control to operate the air-conditioning, this can be obtained from reception (free of charge) and then you can have your bungalow air-conditioned, but only until midnight, then, you are requested to turn it off. Even though the air-conditining main unit is outside (it sits outside the bathroom window) it still creates a lot of noise for both bungalow's, and when you have a neighbour who leaves the unit on all night, I'm afraid that it's hard to get a good night's sleep, even with some alcohol on board.
Some items that deem worthy of a mention. The well stocked library, books of all languages.
The games area, the key can be got at reception. Bike hire, free bus to the beach and Playa del Ingles. Day visitors are not tolerated, which is great.
Faro 2, or what's left of it, is about 20 minutes walk, here you will find the nearest supermarket.
Bar prices have reduced, so too have the food prices.
The complex has a system which allows you to charge to your bungalow number, the food and drink that you get, for the duration of your stay. You simply sign for what you get, when you get it, and pay your bill on the day you go home. A brillant system, after all who wants to be carrying money around with them, it's not as if you have any pockets on you.
Just be careful, because I ended up with being over-charged, I brought it to the bar maids attention and she rectified it for me. This was a genuine mistake, but just bear it in mind.
All round great venue for that special holiday, on our way back in the new year.

Yet another wonderful holiday, thankyou Magnolias. Having heard through the grapevine that there had been a number of staff changes since last year, I was a little apprehensive about how I might find things this year, given that one of the reasons so many return year after year is because you know just what to expect. I need not have feared. Arriving after office hours in the dark, and hay presto, the door opens and there is Cindy grinning from ear to ear. Changes yes there had been, but there was the continuity in the form of several former staff members who had returned.
Things just got better, a new chef, and encouragement to go for a three course evening meal, and wow what food. All fresh cooked produce and to tip top standards too. Many who in more recent years had taken to eating at the restaurants in Meloneres, on seeing what the new chef was producing, never went out in the evening again. What’s more, the prices were cheaper and so too was the wines. It was good to see a real buzz about the bar and restaurant again. Lunch time tapas a must.
It always has been difficult to get book in, being so popular and with so many returning year after year. But it is the intimacy of the small cosy complex that makes Magnolias so special. Long may it remain so.

We have recently returned from Magnolias Natura after a very relaxing and enjoyable stay. We have been there many times before and it never disappoints, when we first visited it was our first time to go to a naturist resort and we were apprehensive on the first day, but we had no need to worry and quickly relaxed and enjoyed our stay. Since then we have only gone on naturist holidays.

There have been changes to the management of the complex and the bar restaurant is now run by the hotel and there have been some changes to staff, prices have been reduced and are now very good value. All the staff are very friendly and you get the feeling that they are doing all that can to make your stay as good as it can be. The bar stays open late and the guests can stay and chat for as long as they like.

As has been mentioned in other reviews what sums this complex up is relaxation. There is always a good mix of guests and you quickly meet new and old friends. Anyone planning their first trip to a naturist resort need have no worries you can be sure that some of the other guests are first timers too.

The bungalows are spotless and have everything required. We have gone half board and B&B in the past but have found that self-catering suites us as you have the choice to decide from day to day what you feel like doing.

A car is not necessary as taxies are very cheap, reception will call one for you, but if you walk
a short distance you will be able to wave one down in a few minutes.

This is the perfect place to unwind and relax we planning to go back in the early in July; the only complaint that we would have has been mentioned in other reviews and it is that the television in the bungalows have little choice and have not been upgraded for years. Wi-Fi is limited to near the reception where the only Wi-Fi router is located; it would take very little to improve these facilities, as even on holidays it is good to keep in touch.

John / Áine

My wife and myself have recently travelled back from Magnolias feeling a little disappointed because as we flew over the Bay of Biscay we thought of those people who were still there and enjoying Magnolias Hallowe'en Night. If it was half as good as our life there was for the previous two weeks it must have been fantastic.

We have nothing but praise for the staff, facilities and the general atmosphere at the place.

The Reception night was a great idea giving everyone the chance to meet each other. The reduction in prices at the bar and also for the outstanding cuisine seemed to induce a lot of people to remain on site. Over two dozen diners was not uncommon. All this helped to create the impression of a international social club.

I will not be drawn into that stupid 'old staff' v 'new staff' argument as promoted by one reviewer (was he at Magnolias or Mongolia?). 'Comparisons are odorous - Shakespeare', although it was obvious where his help came from. Suffice to say that we have been going to Magnolias once or twice a year since just after it opened and have enjoyed it every time, although to be honest this last holiday was the best by far.

Many thanks to all the staff and all the friends we met while we were there for making our holiday so enjoyable.

When booking, the management do their best to accommodate your requests but if you can't get a poolside bungalow you don't have to walk more than 25 yards to the bar and pool area.

That's enough for now as we have to rebook for next year.

DoubleDee