Platja d＇Aro Hotels with Bars

I’ll start by saying that I’m writing this review whilst still holidaying. We came as a family- a mother, 2 daughters (in 30’s) and 19 month grandchild. We’re all inclusive and we are not picky at all. When reading other reviews of hotels we typically roll our eyes and say ‘you can’t please everyone’ or ‘it’s what you make of it’ so please trust me when I explain this hotel. I’ll start with the positives- the setting is beautiful- pool is overlooking the sea. The food is nice enough, there’s always something to eat, mainly pizza, pasta, chips and salad. (Salad bar is lush) Breakfast is our favourite meal. (There’s cereal, continental, pastries, pancakes, fruit, yoghurt, bacons and eggs etc.) We found the beds comfy for all you only get one pillow, it’s decent. Martin, a waiter, FANTASTIC with the little one. Such a lovely man. He always greets us with a ‘hello love’. Meal times aren’t too bad either- Breakfast 8-10am Lunch 1-2:30pm and Dinner 7-10pm Thinks that’s about it really. It’s centrally located, we attempted to go for an evening meal twice. Everywhere is closed on a Tuesday (and some on Monday too) then places don’t open until 8pm, so with a little one, it’s no good. The hotel. Buckle in! There is a park when you first arrive, which is a death trap. There are little tree stumps sticking up, no bark or sand down, the steps up to the slides have huge gaps in them and the swing is on a wonk- it’s completely unusable. The beach- it’s not sand, it’s shingle, so sharp underfoot. The staff- the most rudest people we have ever met. It’s very much catered towards the French. When ordering a drink in the evening, I was at the bar, the waitress completely ignored me and served a paying Frenchman, after him, she served her colleague doing table service, couldn’t help myself at this point and I said ‘HOLA?!’ She looked at me in utter disgust and continued to serve her colleague. In Spain, you expect (rightly or wrongly) that the majority of people will speak English, basic, enough to get by, but not a word is spoken. I was heavily relying on my Spanish GCSE to get by. (2 male receptionists speak English and that’s it) I naturally really try abroad to understand the basics of their language but have always found English is widely spoken. It describes the hotel as family friendly- it’s not. There is a tiny pool which is full of leaves from the trees above- not well kept at all. The tiles on the floor are not the correct ones- it’s VERY slippy when wet. The pool is FREEZING. They have built in pool steps but no hand rail. No lifeguard either. We had a pushchair- getting down the ramp, it’s practically vertical with some grips missing. If you’re a wheelchair user, you wouldn’t be able to go down alone. Everything is on -1 floor, so a lot of steps involved. The lifts- there are 3 of them- lethal! They close when you’re getting in them, not allowing time at all, and the sensor must be knackered because they don’t open again. We found that

perfect location We were two friends and we loved it because of the magnificent location in the center of Platja Daro and the beach. It is 1 minute walk. And the hotel has parking, but we think it is not useful since there is a place to leave it on the street and the area is good. We have repeated experience. The hotel has many services, animation and nursery, we do not use them but it should be taken into account. It is a hotel that we recommend

With a stay at RVHotels Nautic Park in Castell-Platja d'Aro (Platja d'Aro), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Platja d'Aro Beach and Punta Pinell Sa Conca. This hotel is 16.1 mi (25.9 km) from Tossa de Mar Beach and 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from Platja Llarga.Enjoy recreation amenities such as an outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.Stop by the hotel's restaurant for lunch or dinner. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/cafe, and room service (during limited hours) is provided. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and a safe deposit box at the front desk. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 140 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily.

We have just returned from a one week stay in one of the suites with private pool and very much enjoyed the whole experience. Platja d'Aro is a lovely town with beautiful beaches, only 3 minutes away from the hotel located in a quiet and peaceful area. Overall our stay was lovely and peaceful, very restful and as it was early in the season, the town and the beach areas were quieter. The hotel is very clean and well maintained, every staff member we encountered was friendly, helpful and efficient. We had breakfast each day, lunch on one occasion and dinner in the restaurant a couple of times and enjoyed every experience, the mussels were a particular hit! The terraces and pool area is great, no doubt entertaining for the children, but peaceful enough for the adults to chill and the pine trees made for a lovely setting. Our suite was very nice, such a clever use of space with the various zones. The bed was comfy and although there was a lounge and TV we never used it, choosing to sit outside by our own little pool which was so enjoyable to have. We would be happy to stay agin and to recommend.

With a stay at Hotel Aromar in Castell-Platja d'Aro (Platja d'Aro), you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Platja d'Aro Beach and Platja Llarga. This beach hotel is 21.8 mi (35 km) from Tossa de Mar Beach and 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Lobs Minigolf.Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace and a garden. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.You can enjoy a meal at The Restaurant Mestral serving the guests of Hotel Aromar, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Relax with a refreshing drink from the bar/lounge or one of the 2 beach bars. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee.Featured amenities include a 24-hour front desk, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Planning an event in Castell-Platja d'Aro? This hotel has 2153 square feet (200 square meters) of space consisting of conference space and a meeting room. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 154 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars. Rooms have private furnished balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

The hotel is very comfortable and comfortable, the hotel is very comfortable and very comfortable.

Loved our family stay! Hotel on two beaches and rocks to climb on. We preferred smaller left beach (as you face the ocean) - just beyond far edge is a secluded beach for about 10 families and a trail up above with ancient tunnels along the shoreline. Sand is small pebbles - but ohh Mediterranean blue! 4 beach chairs and three umbrellas for $40 for all day. Sangria at beach shack on left beach!! Some rooms not renovated so book and then call hotel to be sure to get the room you want. Rooms are spacious, bring shampoo. Restaurant is good, there are several options. Breakfast is decent but tiring on day two. Hotel is on the end of narrow street that looks one way but is not, free hotel parking lot. Town is lovely with main ***** Av. Del Cavell Bernat (a few blocks away from hotel) also few blocks (same st.) is small store w food, great wine prices but sunscreen is $20+ per bottle there. Great restaurants in walking distance. Day trip to Cadaques!

A stay at Hotel Planamar by Escampa Hotels places you in the heart of Castell-Platja d'Aro, within a 10-minute drive of Cala Bella Dona and Cala Cap Roig. This beach hotel is 21.7 mi (34.9 km) from Tossa de Mar Beach and 1.5 mi (2.5 km) from Platja d'Aro Beach.Relax and unwind with massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a spa tub, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this Mediterranean hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a television in a common area.Grab a bite at L'AIGUAMARINA, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Need to unwind? Take a break at the bar/lounge, the beach bar, or the poolside bar for a tasty beverage. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.Make yourself at home in one of the 82 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LED televisions. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with bathtubs or showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

With a stay at Hotel Claramar, you'll be centrally located in Castell-Platja d'Aro, within a 10-minute drive of Platja d'Aro Beach and Lobs Minigolf. This beach hotel is 21.7 mi (34.9 km) from Tossa de Mar Beach and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Cala Rovira.Take in the views from a terrace and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and concierge services.You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Hotel Claramar, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Buffet breakfasts are available daily for a fee.Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is available for a surcharge.Make yourself at home in one of the 38 guestrooms. Rooms have private balconies. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers.

Firstly, this is not a 5 star hotel. It is a very good hotel, with some great amenities but far from 5 star standard at the moment. We enjoyed our stay and had a great holiday, it is that the hotel just did not meet our expectations and for the money we paid for a 5 star experience. The hotel is spotless, the rooms are small but good with large beds but let down by the pillows. Plenty of sunbeds and we always manged to get one even being at the height of the season. Adults only also made it a relaxing experience. I think the main issues was the serving staff, although they are pleasant the serving staff are very young and inexperienced without adequate training, there also seems to be no supervision. Basics are missing, like hello, goodbye and smiling, this starts to get you down after a few days. This is not what you expect at a 5 star hotel. The reception, the cleaners and the concierge are very good and can't understand why it doesn't extend to the serving staff. Breakfast was fine, but not great. We tried the restaurant twice and while good standard is let down by waiters which made us eat elsewhere and actually found better. Snack bar is what lets it down most, poor choose, expensive if you want to eat there over a two week stay. I'm now dubious of all the positive comments and one of the reasons we choose this hotel. They seem too similar and I can't be the only one with these observations. I hope my comments on training are taken constructively.