Hotel Hotel Esplendid 3 * (Spain, Costa Brava): reviews

In many European countries, September is a velvet season. The suffocating heat was asleep, but the sea is still warm, and the weather pleases with the presence of sunny days. This month's beach holiday is a great solution for families with children or the elderly. Where to go to rest? Of course, to Spain! Indeed, in September the flow of Russian tourists traditionally decreases, which means that you can relax from your compatriots, and much cheaper than in the last months of summer.

A Little About Blanes

Located in the Costa Brava resort area, Blanes is considered one of the oldest Spanish cities. The southern part, surrounded by gardens, is completely provided to the hotels and is a tourist center with magnificent beaches, entertainment centers, bars, restaurants, shops and cozy cafes. No more than 20 hotels were built along the Mediterranean coast of the city, among which is the Esplendid 3 * hotel, beloved by domestic tourists.

Esplendid Hotel 3 * (Costa Brava, Blanes): brief description

The four-story building is located in a quiet place, surrounded by beautiful gardens and, judging by the reviews, is a budget option for families with children and young people. In summer, the hotel staff organizes an interesting entertainment program for adults and young guests, so you and the kids will not be bored.

Hotel Blanes Esplendid has a 24-hour front desk, so there are no problems with checking in. The hotel does not serve alcoholic drinks, but after a busy day you can relax in the sauna. In the daytime, the complex has a tennis court, and billiards are available for evening entertainment.

Hotel Esplendid 3 * was built 1 km from the center of Blanes and only 300 meters from the municipal beach. The advantageous location allows hotel guests to diversify their holidays with hikes to local attractions, shops, restaurants and bars. Also nearby is the city market, which is especially appreciated by guests who are accustomed to bring souvenirs for their friends and relatives.

The order of residence

At Hotel Esplendid, check-in is between 14:30 and 00:00, and check-out is at 10:00. Upon arrival, you will be required to pay the deposit in cash or by credit card. It is also necessary to present an identity document with a photograph. When registering / leaving, the following expenses should be taken into account: city tax - 0.50 euros per night (up to 7 days). Children under 17 years old are not taxed. The cost of the stay depends on the category of the room. Detailed information on the price per day is presented in the table.

Infrastructure

At the Esplendid Hotel 3 * (Costa Brava), guests are given the opportunity to take advantage of some tourist infrastructure facilities:

• Nice buffet restaurant and three bars, including one located by the pool.
• the absence of alcoholic beverages does not upset the guests, since during the day you can refresh yourself with refreshments at the hotel and enjoy a cup of freshly brewed aromatic coffee in the morning. In the pool bar, you can not only enjoy your favorite cocktail, but also enjoy it without leaving the deck chair.
• Not the last place on the territory of Esplendid Hotel 3 * (Spain) is an outdoor pool, where each guest will have a great time with friends and family. When environmental conditions do not allow you to walk in the fresh air, a year-round heated indoor pool is an excellent alternative.
• The possibility of renting a car frees guests from spending taxis.
• Guests can leave their own car in the parking lot, which is guarded around the clock by the security service of the Esplendid Hotel 3 * (Blanes).

• There is a currency exchange office on the ground floor.
• A wireless internet signal is available throughout the hotel.
• For business meetings and business events, the administration provides a conference room.
• The gym is designed for independent occupation of hotel guests.
• To maintain beauty and health, there is a fitness center, sauna, massage, solarium, as well as a sun terrace.

Apartments

All 400 rooms in the hotel are standard. They are spacious rooms, divided into a living room and bedroom area. Accommodation depends on the selected category:

Beds in standard room (2 adults + 1 children):

• double sofa bed;
• 2 single;
• folding on wheels;
• children’s.

In a double room:

• 2 single;
• folding on wheels;
• children’s.

Standard room (2 adults + 2 children):

• 2 single;
• folding on wheels;
• children’s.

Each apartment has its own access to a small balcony. The only drawback was the interior of the rooms. Despite the purity, it is made in the style of minimalism: simple and nondescript. Therefore, it is very difficult to call such apartments cozy.

Talk about comfort

Each room at Hotel Esplendid (Spain) has a bathroom with a built-in shower and a furnished balcony. They are also equipped with a TV, central air conditioning, hairdryer and safety deposit box. Experienced travelers are advised to grab an adapter from the house to recharge gadgets, as the hotel provides it only for a fee. Many rave reviews about the Esplendid Hotel were written about Russian-speaking staff. Agree, this greatly facilitates the stay of our tourists. In addition, the hotel provides its guests with luggage storage and, if necessary, the ability to order a taxi or rent a car.

Conditions for children

For younger guests, Hotel Esplendid offers a cot (on request), high chairs and a special menu. On the territory of the hotel there is a children's pool, a playground, as well as a mini club with animators who will look after the child while the parents leave for excursions or do personal things.

If you intend to stay at this three-star hotel, do not forget to bring a beach towel, sun tanning products, as well as shower gels. In the Mediterranean Sea, the water is salty, so after bathing it is recommended to take a shower so that the baby's skin (and yours too) does not undergo drying out and irritation.

Everyone to the beach!

All the beaches of the Costa Brava are municipal, and one of them is located just 500 meters from the Hotel Esplendid. All hotel guests noted the convenient location and cleanliness of the area. The beach will enchant lovers of “dramatic” landscapes - like sharp teeth, rocks alternate with horseshoe-shaped bays. The coast is guarded by long-legged guards in the form of pine-pines, and the sea air is so mixed with the smell of needles that it is sometimes difficult to understand whether you are in the forest or on the seashore.

Attractions nearby

Many tourists stay at this hotel to explore the local beauties. And there is something to see here:

• Water World Waterpark (7 km). Due to the large number of different attractions, it is called the "city of entertainment." For the most crazy tourists there is one of the highest towers for bungee jumping in the world (80 m). For children, a separate island with slides and a pool is equipped.
• Tossa de Mar Fortress is for those who want to live a moment of history by touching medieval stones. Be sure to walk along the narrow streets of the city, decorated with flowers. According to travelers, these places with old residential buildings built in the style of traditional medieval architecture still retain their special flavor.

• Gardens of St. Clotilde (4.7 km). The area was designed on top of a cliff and is famous for its breathtaking views of the sea. The park was created at the beginning of the 20th century and has been perfectly preserved to this day. The forms, symmetry and filling of space accurately convey the image of the Renaissance. In 1995, the Gardens of St. Clotilde were recognized as a national treasure of Catalonia. If you want to bring with you not only a beautiful tan, but also photos, then you should definitely visit this place.

Esplendid Hotel 3 *: guest reviews

The overall impression of the hotel, made by not the most sophisticated tourists, was positive. The presence of two pools for many guests was the main attraction of the hotel. The water in the indoor pool, according to guests, is very warm and has a relaxing atmosphere, especially since in the heat it is almost empty. In the outdoor pool, the water temperature is slightly lower, so only those who want to refresh themselves in the sweltering heat go there. In both reservoirs, the water is clean, the area around is equipped with sun loungers and ennobled by flowers and tropical plants. In a word, tourists called this place a wonderful location for holding a siesta.

But among the positive reviews, several nuances were found, which are worth mentioning:

• Paid Wi-fi. Despite the small fee (4 euros per hour of use), many guests considered this a drawback of the Esplendid Blanes Hotel 3 *.
• Despite the cleanliness of the rooms, they are not very comfortable and reminiscent of a hostel.
• The buffet is rich, but sometimes the quality of the food leaves much to be desired. Some guests complained of sour juices in the apparatus.

The rest of the Spanish hotel really liked our compatriots. Judging by the reviews on the tourist forums, many of them want to settle in it during their next vacation.

Summarizing

Well, even if the Hotel Esplendid located in a quiet place and surrounded by greenery has only 3 * and does not impress guests with ostentation, it guarantees a relaxing stay, friendly Russian-speaking staff and has a special atmosphere inherent only to the spoiled Siesta of Spain. After all, only here you can soak up the sun, sipping a cool cocktail, and enjoy the beautiful sound of Spanish from the lips of the emotional locals who also prefer to stay at this budget hotel.