Espalmador Island Holidays from AU$1,063

I feel that this hotel doesn't warrant 5 stars. It didn't feel luxurious at all. Things I did not like: - not being given any information upon check in such as info on breakfast timings, telephone number for the main desk, info on the pool and sun loungers etc - having to run down to reception after a shower as I was not given a hairdryer in my room and was not told the telephone number for reception - the scramble to get a sun lounger by the pool, it was insanely busy all day every day. And you are not told that the nicer beds have a minimum spend attached - I didn't like the attitudes of the other guests, I overheard them speaking very poorly to the staff/waiters/waitresses.

The property, while possessing a nice view, is certainly not very accessible being located at the top of a walled town through narrow, slippery and steep streets. The upper portion of the hotel is very dark and lifeless. The pool and lobby feel to be a world apart

Nice villas but loads of ants and we got lots of bites. Food is super limited but tasty. No amenities but we had a car so could get to a good beach 20 mins away. Main problem was the ants and also the VERY loud iberostar across the road with loud music and bad singers until 11.30 every night. Ruins the nice family vibe sadly

Beautiful rooms, friendly staff, very good breakfast, walkable to everything