Hotel Dana Palace

You get what you pay for. It’s basic, but fine if you’re trying not to spend a fortune. The pool was clean, and the beds were tidy, though the sheets didn’t fit. The bathroom wasn’t great but was clean enough. Food was a little bland but edible, and the restaurant looked a bit grim, though it was average overall. Drinks were included until 10 pm, which was okay, but staff took a break from 8 to 8:30 pm, so stock up before 8. I’m sure I’d have been unhappy if I’d paid £100 or £150 more.

The hotel is covered in mold, the walls and ceilings are crumbling, and the air conditioners aren’t cleaned. There’s a lot of dirt and bacteria inside. The owner is greedy, and the conditions are terrible and unsanitary. I’d rather live in a tent camp than stay here, whatever the price. The WiFi is bad, there’s never warm water in the shower, and the shower itself is awful. It’s just a hole in the floor, so you stand in a puddle while sewer flies buzz around and land on your legs and body.

The food is mediocre, and dinner is the same each day. They make pizza every day, which was the only thing I could eat without complaining. The pool felt dangerous, with hidden steps underwater and no lifeguard, and it takes about 10 minutes to reach the beach. The place is very neglected, the rooms feel creepy, and the toilets are the worst. Hotel staff don’t speak English. It may be a cheap option for teenagers, but I wouldn’t recommend it for adults.

The rooms smell of mold, rot and urine, and you’ll have roaches and rats as neighbors. The sheets are old, with holes and little balls of worn fabric. Staff are rude and always seem to want to cheat you out of money. Have a good stay!