Residence L’Esprit de la Mer

The room was spacious, and I liked the two jacuzzis beside the pool. But the hotel feels isolated, and the beach seemed much farther away than the advertised 800 meters. The bedding needs replacing and the bathroom needs renovation. Around the grounds, things look neglected, with meter-high weeds beside buildings that seem to have been empty and unused for months. Of the seven tennis courts, only two appeared usable. The understaffed team wasn't very welcoming and seemed overwhelmed. The hotel is losing its appeal and needs investment to stay competitive, especially when its rates are similar to better-kept hotels.

The tennis courts are shut too, and it's unclear why. The whole complex feels abandoned and closes for more than six months a year. You can see why residents are selling off en masse: the place has lost all its appeal. Even the amenities seem unusable, with an empty swimming pool and ten dilapidated tennis courts, though the complex still brings in income for the owners. In short, run away!! Oh wait, no, I already have!!!!

It's very quiet, with an enclosed garden, and dogs are allowed. The apartment is nicely decorated and well equipped, close to the beach, and the welcome was perfect. A great spot for a short visit or a longer stay. We'll be back.

The room is comfortable and the pool is nice, with a fair price for the room itself. But the extras cost too much, including breakfast, the restaurant, having a pet, and staying later for a mid-afternoon departure. Too bad!