Hotels near Sant Lluis, Platja D＇Aro

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

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!

The S'Agoita punches above its weight for a three star hotel. Rooms are comfortable and the lifts are fast. Balcony fine. Pool looked fine though we did not use it. Situated right in the centre of Pladja D'Aro and only three minute walk to the beach. Plenty of restaurants around area. Breakfast was above expections providing Fruit, ham ,cheeses in addition to bacon, sausages and boiled eggs. The staff are exceptional. Will be happy to stay in the S'Agoita again.

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

Els Pins is a wonderful family run hotel. An absolute gem of a place. Comfortable beds and nice linen. Breakfast is amazing with hot food and an amazing selection of cold buffet. Every tea you can think of. Fruit and yogurt. Cava for breakfast. Friendly staff who go above and beyond in service. Great prices in bar. Cannot recommend highly enough for the value. We stayed for seven nights and enjoyed every minute. Beach is a stones thought away.

Excellent hotel, very good location in the centre of the city, and yet it is really very quiet inside. The staff is very professional and very kind. The hotel is new, the room is beautifully furnished with very beautiful materials. The breakfast is very good quality. I recommend this hotel, which is a real 4-star hotel.

The location of the hotel is good, parking in the yard, clean and tidy rooms, good breakfast, enthusiastic staff, introduced a lot of surrounding tourist information, recommended restaurants, not far from the supermarket, convenient shopping.

This was our third stay at the Elke Hotel and I don't usually write reviews as I stay at many hotels but this hotel is a jewel. A very good example of a four star hotel that deserves five stars. It has the right balance between privacy and amicable and honest service. Eugenia in particular has been wonderful every time we come. She is pleasant, helpful and good at her job. Also a big shout out for the rest of the reception team and the breakfast manageress - who remembered what we liked and made sure we had perfectly cooked fresh fried eggs every morning. The place and room are spotless and clean, welcoming and nice and new yet warm. the rooms are spacious and comfortable. Even though we had to change hotels for the last night of our stay in San Feliu as the were closing down for a few days after Christmas so the staff could spend time with their families for the holidays, we respect that as it shows management appreciates its staff . Thank you again for a wonderful stay. Oh and the Spa is fantastic - new and very clean and welcoming.