We do anything to avoid the new “stack ‘em-high approach to modern sardine holidays, (your holiday pics may have been taken anywhere in the world!) This little gem emerged when seeking to avoid the above. We were met and welcomed by Nabil and Hela Bouabid who with their fantastic staff hosted us for two memorable weeks treating us like royalty.

A fine breakfast, followed by a quiet spot of sunbathing, book reading, siestas, and an occasional dip in the pool (still a little nippy in May, with Arched in constant attendance to satisfy our every wish, (and don’t miss out on the “snack lunches). And finally. Dinner. With Mahomet, the best chef in Djerba (the prawns are to die for!) and a choice of excellent wines recommended by Racheed, I cannot imagine that even Mr Winner (of UK Sunday Times fame) would do anything other than enthouse!
Alas, the situation in Libya has had a dramatic effect on bookings, so we were the only residents. It really was as if we were staying with friends in their luxury villa! We paid no attention to warnings from friends, and indeed found the lack of tourism an added bonus. WE encountered no evidence of any unrest anywhere on the island; only enquiries from locals as to why there were so few benefitting from their beautiful climate and friendly hospitality.
Undoubtedly we will be going back!

Spent a few days at the Flamingo Beach hotel. We arrived at around 1am and the staff on reception couldn't have been more helpful. When I mentioned I was feeling hungry they went off to the kitchen to see what they could find and brought back a snack. The staff are lovely and they will go out of their way to make you feel welcome. The hotel is small and friendly and the decor is simple but charming and tasteful. If you are looking for poolside cocktails, luxurious sunloungers and big fluffy towels and bathrobes , then this isn't the place you; there are plenty of hotels in the area which can off you that but they can't offer the personal, friendly service which Nabil and Hela and their staff can offer. They made our stay comfortable and very enjoyable.

My partner and stayed at the Flamingo beach and absolutely loved our stay. It is quiet classy, simple, with attention on the little things that make a holiday memorable. The service is comparable with staying with family. So nice, so kind, so helpful. I will definately recommend this above all other hotels in the area. You pay little you get soooo much more.

All the best regards to Nabil and his exceptional team. Keep up the good work.

We wanted a human size hotel in Djerba. The service was personal and first quality. We made good use of the pools on the back as well of the beach in front mostly used by local family. The kindness of the owners and the staff made our stay most enjoyable.