On booking this holiday and reading some of the reviews, we were very apprehensive. On arrival, made to feel very welcome old hotel but very clean and suitable. All staff very friendly, and helpful.
Stayed on the on the 3rd Floor, on the side over looking the hotel next door which wasn't a problem. Would have rather had a pool / bay view, but middle of August (2011) so hotel very full. Room was very adequate, my partner had the most uncomfortable bed in the world (but still managed to sleep - helped by a few beers!). But with the room been at the side, it got the sun peak time in the afternoon and no air con. So very hot, when dressing for evening meal. Was later told by another family staying that you could hire an eletric fan.
Poolside fantastic, overlooking the bay. Plenty of room, plenty of bed for a small hotel (but you must get up early and place your towel to get suitable position pool side, as other guest have the same idea).
Also pool side bar, for drink and snacks. Variation everyday, not a lot of choice but adequate for a snack (Pizza, Chips, Fruit, Hot Dogs etc). But after the breakfast on offer, found we didn't need this facillity (but the kids did at 10 every morning with a plate of chips).
There was plenty of choice for breakfast from, full english, fruits breads and toast to cerials (a variety of continental choice). There were fruit juices, tea and coffee. Free to sit anywhere at breakfast.
Lunch variety of choice, hot and cold. Free to sit anywhere.
Evening meal, specified seating (on arrival) both lunch and evening meal waiter service for drinks. Variety of choice again, hot and and cold. From Soups, Fish, Chicken, Pork, Pastas, salad and great desserts. In all, a good selection you won't go hungry! A lot of the reviews we read before we went, critised the food we were more than happy and with kids at least they try something new, if they don't like it they can try something else.
Bar / waiter staff all very friendly, and made conversation.
Kidsclub, a couple of hours a day morning and afternoon. The german girl was fantastic with the kids, and why take kids on holiday to palm them off. The arrangements suited us, and just give us that hours break but staff always wanted to know where they could reach us. Mini disco on a night, most nights was the same but kids really enjoyed it and was eager to get back if we went out for a walk.
Short walk to the shops, local bars and restaurants and entertainment.
Would recomend this hotel, met some lovely people and a good mix of nationalities.
- Cala Ferrera Hotel
- Cala Ferrera d Or
