This hotel is a real gem- it is an old palace/ villa situated on the hill over looking the sea.
The grounds are lovely, pine trees, terracotta tiles and a fantastic view. The pool was fantastic overlooking the sea with a bar terrace.
A few of the staff were helpful and friendly, Wilson at the pool bar in particular, but the receptionists and waiting staff were generally unfriendly and unhelpful. YOu ask for room keys and they are practically thrown at you - check in took 25 minutes without a smile and don't ask/ expect any help or flexibility. No changes to the menu what so ever without a struggle or asking to see the manager (my son wanted plain rice one night!)
The food was reasonable, and the fish soup excellent.
The rooms are very old fashioned but clean and comfortable. Overall the hotel is good value.
When we were there it was noisy one night with young russians shouting. The baclonies are very close together so even with the doors closed you can hear everything. No carpets also mean you can hear everything clattering around in the rooms around you / above you.
Shame that just a few extra touches would make it perfect. I would recommend it though as long as you are aware of the faults.
The steps to the beach are not too bad.
Breakfast wasn't great- vending machines for horrible drinks and not a member of staff to be seen.
- Fairfield Inn Lloret De Mar
