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Sol Barbacan

4.0 star property
Family-friendly San Bartolomé de Tirajana aparthotel in Playa del Ingles with 3 restaurants
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Sundeck
Xtra Room | View from room
Xtra Room | Living room
Aerial view
32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
    Bar
  • All-inclusive
    All-inclusive
  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym

Explore the area

Map
Av de Tirajana, 27, Maspalomas, San Bartolomé de Tirajana, Gran Canaria, 35100
  • Yumbo Shopping Center
    3 min walk
  • Maspalomas Botanical Garden
    10 min walk
  • Kasbah Shopping Center
    12 min walk
  • Las Palmas (LPA-Gran Canaria)
    27 min drive

Room options

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Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (2 adults + 1 child)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Bungalow, 1 Bedroom (2 adults + 1 child)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Bungalow, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Down duvets, desk, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • 42 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Xtra Room | Living room

Xtra Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Minibar (some free items)
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 43 sq m
  • Studio
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Bungalow, 1 Bedroom (3 adults)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (3+2)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • 47 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Bungalow, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
  • 60 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms (4+1)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • 47 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Fridge
Dining table
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2021
Down duvet
  • 47 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

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About the area

San Bartolomé de Tirajana

A family-friendly stay in San Bartolomé de Tirajana awaits you at Sol Barbacan. Within a 5-minute stroll you'll find Yumbo Shopping Center and Holiday World Maspalomas within a 20-minute walk. Highlights at this aparthotel include 3 restaurants, 3 outdoor swimming pools and 2 poolside bars. .You can enjoy a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, and each apartment features free WiFi, a furnished balcony or patio and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. Nice touches to enhance your stay include free toiletries and a down duvet. A living room, a hairdryer and a desk are also available. .The restaurant, Buffet Restaurant, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. The Portalon Lounge is the aparthotel's own cocktail bar. Enjoy access to 2 hot tubs and 2 outdoor tennis courts along with a free kids' club and a gym. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a children's swimming pool and free supervised childcare. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of car rentals on site. .Within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Playa del Ingles aparthotel, attractions include English Beach and Maspalomas Dunes.
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What's nearby

  • Yumbo Shopping Center - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Holiday World Maspalomas - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • English Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Maspalomas Dunes - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Maspalomas Lighthouse - 8 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Las Palmas (LPA-Gran Canaria) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Pizzeria Centrum - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Tom's Cruising Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ricky's Cabaret Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ritz - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Martel House - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Sol Barbacan

Family-friendly San Bartolomé de Tirajana aparthotel in Playa del Ingles with 3 restaurants
Some rates at Sol Barbacan are all-inclusive. These rates include on-site meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

As a guest of Sol Barbacan, you'll find 3 outdoor swimming pools and 2 hot tubs along with outdoor tennis courts, a fitness centre, and a children's pool. There are 3 restaurants on site. For a drink, you can stop by one of the on-site bars, including 2 poolside bars and 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi.

A library, a terrace, and a complimentary children's club are also featured at the family-friendly Sol Barbacan. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Sol Barbacan was completed in October 2021.

This 4-star San Bartolomé de Tirajana aparthotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 150 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars by the pool
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Water dispenser
Sol Barbacan offers 150 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature down duvets. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels. Accommodation at this 4-star aparthotel has kitchens with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.

This San Bartolomé de Tirajana aparthotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include free toiletries and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

Dutch, English, French, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Sandy beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool/Spa

  • 2 spa tubs
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Lifeguards
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car hire
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Family friendly

  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Playground

Restaurants on site

  • Buffet Restaurant
  • Don Fernando Pool Bar
  • El Portalon
  • Pool Bar
  • The Portalon Lounge

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 poolside bars
  • 3 restaurants
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Library

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished balcony/patio
  • Garden
  • Terrace

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • Phone
  • Safe at front desk
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Location highlights

  • In a shopping district
  • In an entertainment district

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor tennis courts
  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle cleaning area
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • Gym
  • Mini golf
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 building
  • 150 units
  • 5 floors
  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Garden
  • LED lighting
  • Living plant wall
  • Recycling
  • Solar energy
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property does not permit name changes on reservations. The name on the booking must match the name of the guest who is checking in and staying at the property; photo ID is required.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates)
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property/stay dates). This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 1000, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Barbacan
Barbacan Sol
Sol Barbacan
Sol Barbacan Apartment
Sol Barbacan Apartment San Bartolome de Tirajana
Sol Barbacan San Bartolome de Tirajana
Sol Barbacan Aparthotel
Sol Barbacan San Bartolomé de Tirajana
Sol Barbacan Aparthotel San Bartolomé de Tirajana

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sol Barbacan?

Sol Barbacan offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sol Barbacan?

As of 24 Nov 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sol Barbacan on 27 Nov 2024 start from AU$532.01, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Sol Barbacan?

Yep, Sol Barbacan has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Sol Barbacan?

Yep, Sol Barbacan is a short 19-minute walk from English Beach. Fun beach activities include volleyball, scuba diving and windsurfing.

Does Sol Barbacan have a pool?

Sol Barbacan has 3 outdoor swimming pools and a kids' pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a drink from one of the bars.

What luxury perks are available at Sol Barbacan?

Sol Barbacan features 2 poolside bars, 3 outdoor pools and 2 hot tubs.

What makes Sol Barbacan a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and a bar, as well as private balconies in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Sol Barbacan.

Is Sol Barbacan family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a free children's club, a children's pool and free supervised childcare, it's no surprise that Sol Barbacan is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sol Barbacan?

No, Sol Barbacan does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Sol Barbacan?

Relax with a coldie at the 2 poolside bars or 2 lounge bars, and grab a meal at the onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sol Barbacan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Sol Barbacan?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Sol Barbacan Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 270 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 100 out of 270 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 270 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 270 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 270 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Loved it
Loved the stay, the cottages are beautiful and staff are great.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely hotel with great staff. Some parts look a bit tired (eg railing into pool). Food was ok
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mara

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent bungalows, spacious, clean and well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erick, Chicago

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bungalows were spacious inside and well equipped. The pools, other amenities and activities offered were beyond what I expected. I did not get to have dinner here but the breakfast buffet was extraordinary and offered many options. The only thing I did not like about this hotel is having to take stairs down to cross the lobby and then back up to the bungalows and all the ground level areas. I find this a design flaw and difficult to walk in and out of the hotel, specially for senior guests. The only ground-level option was to go through the restaurant and the in-out walkthrough seemed unpleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Great Stay
Great stay, refurbished to a great standard. Wonderful grounds. Great overall hotel with lovely bungalows
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Solid choice
Good solid choice 5 mins walk from the Yumbo centre, with friendly helpful staff, clean & modern rooms, a very nice pool (heated) and lovely views. If you’re not averse to strong sun, I’d suggest asking for a high floor (quieter) on the south or west facing side of the building, as the other side gets little direct sunlight. Only downsides are the 20 min walk to the dunes and a crazy bathroom design which makes it almost impossible not to flood the floor after every shower.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Petrunka

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Lovely place for family break
we had a lovely holiday at Sol Barbacan. Food was great, rooms are clean and have all facilities. The staff are very personable, friendly and efficient. My daughter was impressed by the chef Juanma (apologies for the misspelling) and Ada from the animation team. Everyone was super cool and we had amazing time. The hotel isnt located directly on the beach but a few minutes walk. There are lots of shops and small cafes around. Return private transfer to the airport was about £40. We had half-board and drinks are not included in the evening board but the prices are really reasonable, in all F&B outlets
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely hotel
Love, clean hotel with friendly staff
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Pawel

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nauzet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely the best place to stay. The bungalows are large, private and full of amenities. The best of all was the staff!!!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tharmalingam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

G D

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Enjoyable winter break at sol barbacan
Good clean, confortable bungalow with private sun bathing roof and terrace. Good 25 metre swimming pool and additional 2 pools, one adult only. Gymnasium a bit basic but better than none. Food in restaurant of good standard. Close to jumbo centre and bars but 20 minute walk to beach. Good relaxing stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2019

10/10 Excellent

Luo, London

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location is good, the room and environment in the hotel are neat and clean, and the staff are friendly, ready to serve.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Manuel

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant location, easy access to busses and taxis.the complex is beautiful and all Steffen are superb.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2018

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Apartments are of a good size with everything you need but could do with updating. All staff we saw were friendly.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good hotel great location
Great hotel in a great location. The bungalow does need a tidy up paint wise...they haven't been refreshed in a while.
Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

GAURAV

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
So sol good
The bungalow was great - accommodated 4 adults and 1 infant comfortably. The swimming pools were nice and there was a slide and swings on site too in a little park area.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly-Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful hotel!
Sol Barbacan is lovely! The food is amazing with lots of choice and it’s within close walking distance to the Yumbo shopping centre, where you can find shops and lots of bars! The drag shows at funny boys are a must!! The receptionist was very helpful giving us information for excursions and booking us taxis. We stayed in a 2 bedroom apartment with 5 ladies, this was perfect for a group of friends wanting to explore the island. A little dated inside the apartment but very well equipped with a huge balcony terrace! The hotel room was cleaned daily and the general grounds of the hotel were always spotless!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Michelle, Glasgow

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Immaculate accommodation.
Stunning apartments, close enough to the beach. Staff were mostly approachable and we had no real issues at all during our stay - which is strange as I like to moan. The apartment was spotless (with the option of daily room service if you wanted it). The pools were lovely and also very clean. Prices at the bar/s were quite steep. Local buses only run to the zoo etc until mid-day (which we wish someone would have told us!) however, taxis aren't very expensive and once you get a few miles out, the rocky mountain views are really something. Don't settled for the first shops you see if you're looking to stock up your kitchen. There are a few streets and a mall of shops for locals about a mile away (head towards the lidl and it's up a side-street before that), these didn't come up as suggestions on google, so be aware she lies! The local shops toward the lidl have more options for clothes and hats, socks, household things and food like fresh steak or veg. Gutted we didn't investigate this area until we were leaving! The Yumba center etc are OK for a wander but the stuff is over-priced and they see you coming if you look pale and a bit disorientated (Scottish). The whole area is very LGBT friendly, so we highly recommend this hotel and the general area for LGBT couples and families, looking for a friendly place without comments or stares. There's a classic amusement arcade about a mile or so away (a nice walk) rides, lots of pool tables, a pub cafes etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018