We stayed in April 2019 with 2 kids. Lucky it's only 4 days. I’ll start with the positives right away so that they don’t think that we write nasty things on purpose. Good location near the hotel on the sea, a small but green area. Clear sea, sandy beach. Of the minuses, there are few sunbeds by the sea, and they are occupied in the morning, throwing towels (but this, perhaps, is a question for the culture of vacationers, and not for the hotel).
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We stayed in April 2019 with 2 kids. Lucky it's only 4 days.
I’ll start with the positives right away so that they don’t think that we write nasty things on purpose. Good location near the hotel on the sea, a small but green area. Clear sea, sandy beach. Of the minuses, there are few sunbeds by the sea, and they are occupied in the morning, throwing towels (but this, perhaps, is a question for the culture of vacationers, and not for the hotel). Arriving at 8 am, all the sunbeds were "occupied" with thrown towels.
The food is monotonous, but everyone will find something to their liking. I must say right away that I was poisoned there !! ! and ended up in the hospital, under a drip. I sin on an omelette (undercooked). But this is not the worst thing that happened to us in just 4 days of staying here.
Further worse. A 10-year-old child, coming out of the sea, almost at the very shore was "pricked" by a "sea dragon" fish (we all learned this much later). The child began to have a wild pain, and his leg began to spread. They immediately ran to the reception, asking to call the doctor, and explain who could bite / prick him. At the reception, they made round eyes, and said that nothing terrible had happened, and that the child was rolling from wild pain, just from the stone that he stepped on !!!! ! They don't have a doctor! And never was. And it is not customary for them to provide first aid, they say, according to the instructions, it is not supposed to, only to the hospital! Naturally, we asked for an ambulance. At this time, they tried to find out who had bitten him. A "resident" passing by briefly said that this is a WILDLY poisonous FISH (you can google it), from the injection of which a person can even get a heart attack (from pain), not to mention anaphylactic shock. And when providing first aid, the main thing is to lower the (injected) limb into BOILING WATER as soon as possible !!!! ! And at the reception they gave us ICE!!!!
A question to the hotel administration: if you do NOT have a doctor or a person who can provide first aid, YOU should at least be aware of the existence of such fish on the coast and DO NOT give ICE instead of BOILING WATER! And there should be at least instructions on how to act in such a situation, and not stand like idols, offering to drink water, instead of real help. The hotel was full of children. And when I asked why there is no medical center in a 5 * hotel, they answered me that it was too expensive for them!
And now think, WE pay not a little money for accommodation in 5 *, but in the end people save on the most important thing: the health of the residents!
Health to ALL!
I really hope that my review will be useful to someone, and people will at least know how to act when they are stung by such a poisonous fish!
I’ll start with the positives right away so that they don’t think that we write nasty things on purpose. Good location near the hotel on the sea, a small but green area. Clear sea, sandy beach. Of the minuses, there are few sunbeds by the sea, and they are occupied in the morning, throwing towels (but this, perhaps, is a question for the culture of vacationers, and not for the hotel). Arriving at 8 am, all the sunbeds were "occupied" with thrown towels.
The food is monotonous, but everyone will find something to their liking. I must say right away that I was poisoned there !! ! and ended up in the hospital, under a drip. I sin on an omelette (undercooked). But this is not the worst thing that happened to us in just 4 days of staying here.
Further worse. A 10-year-old child, coming out of the sea, almost at the very shore was "pricked" by a "sea dragon" fish (we all learned this much later). The child began to have a wild pain, and his leg began to spread. They immediately ran to the reception, asking to call the doctor, and explain who could bite / prick him. At the reception, they made round eyes, and said that nothing terrible had happened, and that the child was rolling from wild pain, just from the stone that he stepped on !!!! ! They don't have a doctor! And never was. And it is not customary for them to provide first aid, they say, according to the instructions, it is not supposed to, only to the hospital! Naturally, we asked for an ambulance. At this time, they tried to find out who had bitten him. A "resident" passing by briefly said that this is a WILDLY poisonous FISH (you can google it), from the injection of which a person can even get a heart attack (from pain), not to mention anaphylactic shock. And when providing first aid, the main thing is to lower the (injected) limb into BOILING WATER as soon as possible !!!! ! And at the reception they gave us ICE!!!!
A question to the hotel administration: if you do NOT have a doctor or a person who can provide first aid, YOU should at least be aware of the existence of such fish on the coast and DO NOT give ICE instead of BOILING WATER! And there should be at least instructions on how to act in such a situation, and not stand like idols, offering to drink water, instead of real help. The hotel was full of children. And when I asked why there is no medical center in a 5 * hotel, they answered me that it was too expensive for them!
And now think, WE pay not a little money for accommodation in 5 *, but in the end people save on the most important thing: the health of the residents!
Health to ALL!
I really hope that my review will be useful to someone, and people will at least know how to act when they are stung by such a poisonous fish!
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1 line, good territory. The hotel is very big. The rooms are very good. We stayed at this hotel for two days and were very satisfied. The area is not very huge, but very cozy. Everywhere there are large covered deck chairs, similar to sofas, hanging deck chairs, swings, hammocks near the sea. There is a large swimming pool, heated during the cold season.
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1 line, good territory. The hotel is very big. The rooms are very good. We stayed at this hotel for two days and were very satisfied. The area is not very huge, but very cozy. Everywhere there are large covered deck chairs, similar to sofas, hanging deck chairs, swings, hammocks near the sea. There is a large swimming pool, heated during the cold season. There is a good spa. Very tasty food. Good quality alcohol. Good friendly staff. We all really liked it. This hotel has the best breakfast we have ever had. There were 4 types of freshness. In short, everything is beautiful and delicious. I recommend. ? !
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Stayed at the hotel with my family in the middle of June. We chose a hotel with an agency based on positive reviews. Unfortunately the hotel did not live up to expectations. The hotel is focused on a client from Russia and the level of service, respectively, is not world standard. The hotel staff at the reception are surprisingly unfriendly and impolite, especially those who communicate in Russian.
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Stayed at the hotel with my family in the middle of June. We chose a hotel with an agency based on positive reviews. Unfortunately the hotel did not live up to expectations. The hotel is focused on a client from Russia and the level of service, respectively, is not world standard. The hotel staff at the reception are surprisingly unfriendly and impolite, especially those who communicate in Russian. Feeling like you are in a Soviet hotel. The concierge is absolutely incompetent. When planning your trip, especially with small children, you should not trust the information provided by the hotel concierge.
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Located in Limassol. The room has everything, even an ironing board! Service is great. The food is amazing. The sea is magical. There are hammocks, relaxation areas. Everything is rich and wonderful!
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Located in Limassol. The room has everything, even an ironing board! Service is great. The food is amazing. The sea is magical. There are hammocks, relaxation areas. Everything is rich and wonderful!
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The hotel captivates at first sight upon entering the lobby. Pleasant melodic music, cozy armchairs in the hall and bar, live lianas all contribute to a pleasant relaxing holiday. Clean, comfortable, spacious rooms all with sea views, large swimming pool, outdoor restaurant by the pool. The room has a hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, 2 Russian channels on TV.
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The hotel captivates at first sight upon entering the lobby. Pleasant melodic music, cozy armchairs in the hall and bar, live lianas all contribute to a pleasant relaxing holiday. Clean, comfortable, spacious rooms all with sea views, large swimming pool, outdoor restaurant by the pool. The room has a hairdryer, bathrobes, slippers, 2 Russian channels on TV. Wi-Fi in all rooms is free. For breakfast, delicious varied and fresh food, live pop music, very friendly staff (there is a Russian speaker). Themed parties are held in the evenings. The hotel has, though not large, but very cozy area densely planted with a variety of plants. The beach is sandy, albeit narrow but very cozy, its territory is expanding due to sun loungers located in the shade among palm trees. Sunbeds and towels for hotel guests free of charge. The hotel has a full range of SPA services for every taste. While parents relax, children can have fun playing in the children's room. . It is located on the first line by the sea but far (11 km) from the city center, which can be both a plus for lovers of a relaxing holiday and a minus for those who like to visit cafes, restaurants or discos located in the city center in the evening. Suitable for both family and youth recreation. Having visited this hotel, I want to come back here again.
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District of Amathus. 1st line. Gorgeous green area. Impeccable service, excellent food. Wi-Fi free Opposite the hotel - bars, cafes, Chinese restaurant. 80% of rooms with sea view. To the left is the marina. Suitable for everyone - both family and for a relaxing holiday.
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District of Amathus. 1st line. Gorgeous green area. Impeccable service, excellent food. Wi-Fi free Opposite the hotel - bars, cafes, Chinese restaurant. 80% of rooms with sea view. To the left is the marina. Suitable for everyone - both family and for a relaxing holiday.
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The Grand Resort is 15 km from Limassol, so we were second on the way from the airport. We arrived in 40 minutes. 1. The hotel somehow reminded me of our beloved Amara in Kemer: one building, a small area. But the service is worse. We didn’t particularly find fault, but we noticed some moments, because there is something to compare with.
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The Grand Resort is 15 km from Limassol, so we were second on the way from the airport. We arrived in 40 minutes.
1. The hotel somehow reminded me of our beloved Amara in Kemer: one building, a small area. But the service is worse. We didn’t particularly find fault, but we noticed some moments, because there is something to compare with. Upon arrival there were no bathrobes in the room. They told the guide - they brought it. They weren't cleaned very carefully. Linen and towels were changed regularly. But strange: in a double room in the bathroom there were 1 pc. shampoo, conditioner, etc. I see this for the first time. And one more thing: the maid literally a day later did not close the balcony door with a latch, and since we had a first floor, we did not like it. TV antediluvian. Russian channel - one. The safe was locked with a key, so you had to carry it along with the door card.
2. The beach at the hotel is narrow. Mostly sun loungers on the grass under the trees. True, by September the grass had already dried up in many places.
The shade from the palm trees moves and the sunbeds must be moved after the sun. There were always enough sun loungers: not by the sea, but by the pool.
The bottom is sandy and very flat. Ideal place for swimming with small children. The water is always clear, even when there were waves. It's just that the sand is dense and doesn't rise much.
There is a photo in the hotel brochure showing a volleyball net stretched across the beach. But this is pure deception, because the width of the beach is small and it is impossible for us to play.
3. We took only breakfast. Then they regretted that they did not take half board, because it was possible to change dinner for lunch and back. And do this every day. We liked the breakfasts. I will not list the menu, but you could always choose.
We went to the grocery store for food and water. There is one in front of the hotel. It works without a license, we didn't like it. To the left of the hotel there are two more shops, so-so, mediocre.
But if you go further to the left (10 minutes from the hotel), then on the opposite side there is a Market Express store. Everything's there. And you need to know that there are two floors (one even lower). Works from 7 am to 11 pm.
We went to dinner at the Aurora restaurant. It is necessary to go from the hotel to the right, without crossing the road. The owner and waiters of the restaurant are Russian-speaking. Delicious food, large portions.
4. Bus number 30 runs to Limassol every 15-20 minutes. The stop is to the left of the hotel on the same side (left-hand traffic). If you want to go to Paphos, Larnaca, you can use the Travel Express service. These are taxis. We ordered through reception. It turns out much cheaper than a regular taxi, and at the same time more convenient.
5. We went on only one excursion - to the Kykksky monastery. Most of the time was spent on the road. But they were satisfied.
My friend, who lives in Paphos, said that all the slopes of the mountains, which are now bare, immediately turn green after the first rains (they will begin in November). And in February-March there is generally beauty, everything blooms ...
6. There is no animation like in Turkey, but nevertheless, during the day there were sometimes some events in the pool, in the evening every day there was live music, dancers and a magician performed. Some day there is an outdoor screening of new films with popcorn.
Bottom line: at first we didn’t really like Cyprus. And after the tour, after a trip to a friend in Paphos (they showed us around the city), somehow it got better. New places are always interesting to see. We left sadly, it was still good there!
If you have any questions - write.
1. The hotel somehow reminded me of our beloved Amara in Kemer: one building, a small area. But the service is worse. We didn’t particularly find fault, but we noticed some moments, because there is something to compare with. Upon arrival there were no bathrobes in the room. They told the guide - they brought it. They weren't cleaned very carefully. Linen and towels were changed regularly. But strange: in a double room in the bathroom there were 1 pc. shampoo, conditioner, etc. I see this for the first time. And one more thing: the maid literally a day later did not close the balcony door with a latch, and since we had a first floor, we did not like it. TV antediluvian. Russian channel - one. The safe was locked with a key, so you had to carry it along with the door card.
2. The beach at the hotel is narrow. Mostly sun loungers on the grass under the trees. True, by September the grass had already dried up in many places.
The shade from the palm trees moves and the sunbeds must be moved after the sun. There were always enough sun loungers: not by the sea, but by the pool.
The bottom is sandy and very flat. Ideal place for swimming with small children. The water is always clear, even when there were waves. It's just that the sand is dense and doesn't rise much.
There is a photo in the hotel brochure showing a volleyball net stretched across the beach. But this is pure deception, because the width of the beach is small and it is impossible for us to play.
3. We took only breakfast. Then they regretted that they did not take half board, because it was possible to change dinner for lunch and back. And do this every day. We liked the breakfasts. I will not list the menu, but you could always choose.
We went to the grocery store for food and water. There is one in front of the hotel. It works without a license, we didn't like it. To the left of the hotel there are two more shops, so-so, mediocre.
But if you go further to the left (10 minutes from the hotel), then on the opposite side there is a Market Express store. Everything's there. And you need to know that there are two floors (one even lower). Works from 7 am to 11 pm.
We went to dinner at the Aurora restaurant. It is necessary to go from the hotel to the right, without crossing the road. The owner and waiters of the restaurant are Russian-speaking. Delicious food, large portions.
4. Bus number 30 runs to Limassol every 15-20 minutes. The stop is to the left of the hotel on the same side (left-hand traffic). If you want to go to Paphos, Larnaca, you can use the Travel Express service. These are taxis. We ordered through reception. It turns out much cheaper than a regular taxi, and at the same time more convenient.
5. We went on only one excursion - to the Kykksky monastery. Most of the time was spent on the road. But they were satisfied.
My friend, who lives in Paphos, said that all the slopes of the mountains, which are now bare, immediately turn green after the first rains (they will begin in November). And in February-March there is generally beauty, everything blooms ...
6. There is no animation like in Turkey, but nevertheless, during the day there were sometimes some events in the pool, in the evening every day there was live music, dancers and a magician performed. Some day there is an outdoor screening of new films with popcorn.
Bottom line: at first we didn’t really like Cyprus. And after the tour, after a trip to a friend in Paphos (they showed us around the city), somehow it got better. New places are always interesting to see. We left sadly, it was still good there!
If you have any questions - write.
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The rest in this hotel left the most wonderful impressions, let's start with the room: the linen was changed every three days, on the first day I slightly stained the sheet with a drop of juice, the bed was changed immediately, towels were changed and the room was cleaned every day. Upon arrival, she asked for an iron, they brought it to the room along with an ironing board and no one took it away until the end of the holiday, they didn’t take money for use.
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The rest in this hotel left the most wonderful impressions, let's start with the room: the linen was changed every three days, on the first day I slightly stained the sheet with a drop of juice, the bed was changed immediately, towels were changed and the room was cleaned every day. Upon arrival, she asked for an iron, they brought it to the room along with an ironing board and no one took it away until the end of the holiday, they didn’t take money for use. At first, she hid jewelry, money, documents in a safe, and once she forgot everything on the table : ) nothing was missing, after that she stopped bothering, not a single cent was lost, they would take a tip if only you put them on the bed. At night they spread the bed and put a small chocolate bar : ) a trifle, but nice. Bath products were updated every day. The staff is very polite, there are Russian speakers. Now for the restaurant: the food is excellent, everything is fresh, there was even a dietary cuisine, there was always an orange fresh juice, the menu for breakfast is always the same, but the choice is huge, it was unrealistic to try everything in a week, regarding lunch and dinner: every day new dishes, not a single one it never happened again, a lot of salads, appetizers, fish, meat, there were always 4-5 types (veal, pork, lamb, duck, chicken), seafood, side dishes I didn’t even try, like many other things, a huge selection of desserts, there were always fruits: pineapples, watermelon, melon, kiwi, orange, grapefruit (white, pink), apples, bananas, grapes, occasionally nectarine, apricots, cherries, there were dried fruits, nuts. . . Here are just a peach for some reason was canned. . . maybe it wasn't in season yet. . . everything was shorter. . : ))) and a lot, it's just not possible to remember : ) In the evening, live music always played in the restaurant. Again, I note that the staff is just smart. The beach and pool are clean and well maintained. Impressions are the best!
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The reconstruction of the hotel took place ten years ago, but it looks quite decent, although it is far from competing with the 4 Seasons Hotel, but the price of the latter is significantly higher. The service is great, the food is great, the staff is polite, everything is super. Only accommodations are far from the city (15 km), but the beach is excellent, sand and a green lawn with palm trees.
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The reconstruction of the hotel took place ten years ago, but it looks quite decent, although it is far from competing with the 4 Seasons Hotel, but the price of the latter is significantly higher. The service is great, the food is great, the staff is polite, everything is super. Only accommodations are far from the city (15 km), but the beach is excellent, sand and a green lawn with palm trees. If you have extra money, I advise such a hotel, but if you compare the rest in general, then I would choose Spain, where the price / quality is much better.
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Eva wrote everything correctly. The hotel, beach, food are excellent, but before you go to Cyprus in August, you need to think about it, because the air temperature in the sun is 50, in the shade 36-40, the water is 27 in the morning, and after 16 more than 30, and humid. There is no escape from the heat and stuffiness, except for an air-conditioned hotel, you even have to sleep with air conditioning.
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Eva wrote everything correctly. The hotel, beach, food are excellent, but before you go to Cyprus in August, you need to think about it, because the air temperature in the sun is 50, in the shade 36-40, the water is 27 in the morning, and after 16 more than 30, and humid. There is no escape from the heat and stuffiness, except for an air-conditioned hotel, you even have to sleep with air conditioning. There is something to see in Cyprus, but we went on one excursion, and we didn’t take the risk anymore, it’s tiring, because it’s very hot, we don’t want to get out of the car. But at this time there are promotions, so vouchers are cheaper. When we were going to go, the travel agency said the temperature was 32-35, so we did not hesitate to go or not, in Donetsk it was over 40. I looked on the Internet, it really was 32-35. How is this possible? It is not clear. We had minor mischief there. But I was lucky to get acquainted with the representative of the hotel Rasputina Lyudmila. She was everywhere, she was interested in everything. And problems were easily resolved with her help. I want to say a huge thank you to Lyudmila, wish her success, and also that she is appreciated in the hotel just like we, tourists. I recommend this hotel for a relaxing family holiday.
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