El Cid

Location and facilities

Breakfast was very good - good selection and choices. At least room did have small refrigerator to keep drinks cold.

The place is basic, yes - but so quirky, from the lift to the decor - all very dated yes - but again, this just adds to the overall charm of the place. Firstly, the staff are so wonderful, from reception to breakfast staff - very welcoming. The location is fantastic. Very central but far enough away from any noise of the hussle and bustle of the nightlife & still just a 5 min walk to the beach. The bed was very big and very comfy - the shower was a-maz-ing !!!! . The room was cleaned daily. The fridge is a little small but ideal for storing drinks and small bits. I don't use aircon machines much, but there was one in the room, and it seemed to work perfectly. Breakfast for me was fruit and toast, but there were cereals, hot breakfast, tea, coffee, cold cheese, meats, jams, etc. It was all very basic, but given the price to stay, I wasn't expecting there to be as much choice on offer. Including the daily Cava. The loungers and table on the outside balcony terrace again a nice touch ( I was attic room gets the sun all day - but not the pool facing attic room ) Smallish but great pool which does the job. You can lounge nicely in the daytime next to it if you need to recover, or just a rest from the beach. Come and go as you please - key code entry at night makes it feel safe, staffed reception. Nice mix of residents from across the globe - noticed more male residents over the weekend - with more mixed genders and ages during the week everyone appeared friendly and welcoming. The hotel feels very inclusive for/to all

1 man who checked me in was friendly, breakfast included which was ok for price paid. The fact there was a pool but very dated.

Everything

Excellent great selection and plenty of room