I travelled in the last week of May last year with my friend and her 3 year old boy and we all had a fantastic time! As a cheap, last minute getaway we had no complaints - very clean and well kept. Baring in mind the hotel was approximately only 20% full, there was always things going on and the staff were very helpful and friendly, going out of their way to ensure we had a good holiday.
ACCOMMODATION:- Rooms were basic but clean. We paid for a family room which was 2 large adjoining rooms - very spacious. As it wasn't very hot at this time of year we didn't use our air con so cannot comment.
POOL/BEACH AREA:- The main pool was large with a swim up bar, we only got in the pool a couple of times as the water was freezing - should imagine it would be quite refreshing at the height of summer when the weather gets hot. There were plenty of sunbeds around, fairly comfortable. They do play music at various points throughout the day and can be quite loud with activities going on around the main pool - this didn't bother us, but for those who prefer peace and quiet, there was a quiet pool on the resort. We didn't get chance to use the slides as the season wasn't really underway, but I can say that yes, they are a bit out of the way with no bar or toilets nearby. The beach was absolutely beautiful!!!! It was extremely clean and I would advise a swim in the clear blue waters - I have never been a lover of the see but here I was in it everyday!
FOOD/DRINK:- Food wasn't the best i've ever had at an all inclusive hotel - but by no means the worst. We only had the option to eat in the main restaurant because the hotel was quiet, which was a shame as it would've been nice to try the other restaurants. Even the poolside grille/bar was closed during our stay but we can appreciate that it wasn't high season. There was enough variety and we tried something new everyday - no stomach problems! There was a wide enough selection of drinks (mainly local produce) - not watered down like some places! Although there was a charge for imported brands, and they stopped serving at 11pm Drinks served in large enough plastic glasses by the pool.
ENTERTAINMENT/ANIMATION:- The animation team were brilliant! Very good with my friends little boy, very child friendly. Even though the hotel was quiet they put so much effort into providing activities throughout the day and regular evening shows. Not broadway standard but when are they ever?! Some shows are quite cheesy but that doesn't bother me - it's a bit of fun in the evenings. The entertainment goes on until around 11pm but there is a nightclub in a central location of the resort, however this isn't included in the a/i - we did witness Russian holidaymakers taking their own vodka in so I would suggest doing that!
KIDS CLUB:- There was a lot for kids to do at this resort the kids club hut was by the main pool so we were able to relax while my friends boy went off to play with his new friends. He was constantly asking when he could go to the kids club - the staff were great with the children and had a variety of activities for them to join in if they wanted to. Kids disco every night before the main show, same songs over and over but the kids looked like they were having fun!
We got this holiday for an extremely cheap price so we went with open minds and a 'you get what you pay for attitude.' But we can honestly say it exceeded our expectations and we had an extremely enjoyable week - staff were so friendly, resort was clean and well kept, and catered for all. We would definitely return! We would probably return in high season as there would be more going on and more facilities available.
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