8/10 Good
John
12 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Costa Calma Stay
Just back after a stay in the Esmerelda Maris. Great spacious apartments very close to the beaches (250M). All the apartments are similar in size with full cook facilities except oven which was not missed. Front a back terrace space of great size. Sun most of the day as most of the apartments are pretty much south-facing with sea view. All at the apartments were friendly and helpful. We took the half board option and if we returned would take breakfast only. Food was adequate and unrestricted but times were limited with restaurant closed at 9pm which for holiday is quite early. The location of the hotel is a good distance from the centre and transport is recommended as there is no shuttle service. The centre has a small shop which was empty and closed which is a shame as between breakfast and dinner there is no option for snacks especially if you are by the pool. Drinks are expensive with small water €3.20 or a bottle of house red €17.50. All drinks are only paid at the end of the stay. Must say the lady cleaner on our area works hard and did a great job bushing a seriously overloaded trolly on inclines of +15% in high heat. Overall lovely place to stay and would return. Beaches in the area are fantastic with crystal clear water and fantastic turquoise colours. Beaches are clothing optional but not intrusive. Check out the beach restaurant near Esmarelda Beach, really worth a visit.
John
Stayed 14 nights in May 2024