This 86-room, 23-acre resort trumps almost every other resort in Bermuda as far as style and sophistication are concerned. Of course, you’ll pay some of the island’s highest rates to enjoy it. But with its two stunning pools, expansive spa, four private beaches, three restaurants, and some of the most beautifully landscaped grounds around, you might just consider it a worthwhile investment.
This 86-room, 23-acre resort trumps almost every other resort in Bermuda as far as style and sophistication are concerned. Of course, you’ll pay some of the island’s highest rates to enjoy it. But with its two stunning pools, expansive spa, four private beaches, three restaurants, and some of the most beautifully landscaped grounds around, you might just consider it a worthwhile investment.
Easily among the most luxurious resorts in Costa Rica, the 182-room Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo is a gorgeous family-friendly property set between two beautiful beaches. Elegant rooms feature luxe touches such as marble bathrooms with separate soaking tubs and glass showers, while villas have private plunge pools (except one category) and full kitchens. With an 18-hole golf course, three pools, a beautiful spa, excellent dining, kids’ and teens’ clubs, and tons of daily activities, the resort makes it possible for guests to spend their whole vacation on-site. Travelers seeking something more hip may want to compare rates at the nearby Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo, which is also generally a tad cheaper.
Easily among the most luxurious resorts in Costa Rica, the 182-room Four Seasons Resort Costa Rica at Peninsula Papagayo is a gorgeous family-friendly property set between two beautiful beaches. Elegant rooms feature luxe touches such as marble bathrooms with separate soaking tubs and glass showers, while villas have private plunge pools (except one category) and full kitchens. With an 18-hole golf course, three pools, a beautiful spa, excellent dining, kids’ and teens’ clubs, and tons of daily activities, the resort makes it possible for guests to spend their whole vacation on-site. Travelers seeking something more hip may want to compare rates at the nearby Andaz Costa Rica Resort at Peninsula Papagayo, which is also generally a tad cheaper.
The Best Western Royal Hotel is a mid-range, 89-room property dating
back to the mid-19th century -- making it one of the island's oldest hotels. While interiors are well-maintained, decor can feel a little old-fashioned in places, and some room furnishings, including carpets, are on the dated side. The hotel's restaurant, however, with wood floors and white tablecloths, is fresh and contemporary and one of the best in the area. Set just on the outskirts of the town center also means that the hotel is within walking distance of St. Helier's attractions. Overall, rooms are pleasant enough and, when considered with the rates, good value. Wi-Fi is free.
The Best Western Royal Hotel is a mid-range, 89-room property dating
back to the mid-19th century -- making it one of the island's oldest hotels. While interiors are well-maintained, decor can feel a little old-fashioned in places, and some room furnishings, including carpets, are on the dated side. The hotel's restaurant, however, with wood floors and white tablecloths, is fresh and contemporary and one of the best in the area. Set just on the outskirts of the town center also means that the hotel is within walking distance of St. Helier's attractions. Overall, rooms are pleasant enough and, when considered with the rates, good value. Wi-Fi is free.
The Monterey Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western is a mid-range property on the edge of town, notable for its leisure club that includes an indoor and outdoor pool. It's dwarfed by the nearby Hotel de France whose grounds and amenities (as well as its rates) are far more grand, but guests looking for lower-priced rooms may not mind the even more antiquated decor at the Monterey. Rooms do not have air-conditioning, and they can get hot in the summer, though fans are provided in every closet. Gordini's Restaurant serves traditional cuisine with a large wine list, and a full English breakfast is included in the room rate.
The Monterey Hotel, Sure Hotel Collection by Best Western is a mid-range property on the edge of town, notable for its leisure club that includes an indoor and outdoor pool. It's dwarfed by the nearby Hotel de France whose grounds and amenities (as well as its rates) are far more grand, but guests looking for lower-priced rooms may not mind the even more antiquated decor at the Monterey. Rooms do not have air-conditioning, and they can get hot in the summer, though fans are provided in every closet. Gordini's Restaurant serves traditional cuisine with a large wine list, and a full English breakfast is included in the room rate.
AluaVillage Fuerteventura is technically near the beach, but getting there requires a 15-minute walk down a steep and rocky path. There are four lively swimming pools and a wide range of sports facilities, plus a spa. While families aren't too common here, there is a play area for children and a teen club. Rooms include air-conditioning and flat-screen TVs, though the lack of free in-room Wi-Fi is disappointing. All have balconies or terraces with garden or ocean views. The buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner on an all-inclusive or half-board basis. For a hotel with similar sports facilities, consider the nearby Robinson Club Esquinzo instead, which is more modern and right on the beach.
AluaVillage Fuerteventura is technically near the beach, but getting there requires a 15-minute walk down a steep and rocky path. There are four lively swimming pools and a wide range of sports facilities, plus a spa. While families aren't too common here, there is a play area for children and a teen club. Rooms include air-conditioning and flat-screen TVs, though the lack of free in-room Wi-Fi is disappointing. All have balconies or terraces with garden or ocean views. The buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner on an all-inclusive or half-board basis. For a hotel with similar sports facilities, consider the nearby Robinson Club Esquinzo instead, which is more modern and right on the beach.
The 214-room AluaSoul Mallorca Resort is an all-inclusive property overlooking the beautiful cove and beach of Cala Egos.
The 214-room AluaSoul Mallorca Resort is an all-inclusive property overlooking the beautiful cove and beach of Cala Egos.
Thanks to a 2015 through 2016 renovation, the mid-range Hotel Chatur Playa Real offers an updated spin on the typical Tenerife all-inclusive hotel template. Its 178 rooms are light, airy, and minimalist, with a fresh color palette of white, bright orange, and cool gray. One- and two-bedroom Family Rooms feature kitchenettes and all rooms come with flat-screen TVs and furnished balconies -- some with ocean views -- but in-room Wi-Fi incurs an extra fee. Multiple pools, two restaurants, an Irish pub, a disco, and a nightly live-entertainment calendar keep the clientele (mostly families and pensioners) happy, though guest grumblings about the uninspired food and brisk pool water are not uncommon. For an all-inclusive right on the beach and with free Wi-Fi, compare prices with Hotel Troya, which overlooks Playa de Troya and Playa del Bobo.
Thanks to a 2015 through 2016 renovation, the mid-range Hotel Chatur Playa Real offers an updated spin on the typical Tenerife all-inclusive hotel template. Its 178 rooms are light, airy, and minimalist, with a fresh color palette of white, bright orange, and cool gray. One- and two-bedroom Family Rooms feature kitchenettes and all rooms come with flat-screen TVs and furnished balconies -- some with ocean views -- but in-room Wi-Fi incurs an extra fee. Multiple pools, two restaurants, an Irish pub, a disco, and a nightly live-entertainment calendar keep the clientele (mostly families and pensioners) happy, though guest grumblings about the uninspired food and brisk pool water are not uncommon. For an all-inclusive right on the beach and with free Wi-Fi, compare prices with Hotel Troya, which overlooks Playa de Troya and Playa del Bobo.
Plitvice Miric Inn is a small, family-run, bed-and-breakfast-style inn with 11 rooms located in a quiet, green setting. The comfortable rooms are reasonably spacious and exceptionally clean. Breakfast is included, and the dinners served here every evening (for an extra fee) get rave reviews. It's a 20-minute walk from Plitvice National Park, a great location for those who want to get an early start and avoid the big crowds who arrive by tour bus during the day. The nearby Plitvice Ethno House offers similar value but also has an outdoor plunge pool, while other
nearby properties of the same category -- such as Rada Guest House, Plitvice House Pox, and Lake House -- have cheaper rooms, but their rates do not include breakfast.
Plitvice Miric Inn is a small, family-run, bed-and-breakfast-style inn with 11 rooms located in a quiet, green setting. The comfortable rooms are reasonably spacious and exceptionally clean. Breakfast is included, and the dinners served here every evening (for an extra fee) get rave reviews. It's a 20-minute walk from Plitvice National Park, a great location for those who want to get an early start and avoid the big crowds who arrive by tour bus during the day. The nearby Plitvice Ethno House offers similar value but also has an outdoor plunge pool, while other
nearby properties of the same category -- such as Rada Guest House, Plitvice House Pox, and Lake House -- have cheaper rooms, but their rates do not include breakfast.
The upper-middle-range, 335-room St. James's Club Morgan Bay is a family-friendly all-inclusive resort located along beach in Choc Bay. Although rooms – ranging from standard guest rooms to two-bedroom suites – are done in outdated decor that’s showing wear, they all have flat-screen TVs, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and furnished outdoor spaces with appealing views of the grounds, pools, or sea. The big draw are the resort’s reasonable all-inclusive rates, which includes food at six restaurants, alcoholic drinks at several bars, and an extensive array of activities and entertainment. Solid on-site features consist of two pools by the beach – one with a swim-up bar – an adults-only pool, and family pool with waterslides, in addition to a small spa, a well-equipped fitness center, and a decent beach. While St. James's Club doesn’t offer anything out of the ordinary, guests seeking a convenient, all-inclusive experience are likely to be satisfied. It’s worth comparing rates with the Coconut Bay Beach & Spa Resort, another all-inclusive resort with a longer beach, water park, and more impressive spa.
The upper-middle-range, 335-room St. James's Club Morgan Bay is a family-friendly all-inclusive resort located along beach in Choc Bay. Although rooms – ranging from standard guest rooms to two-bedroom suites – are done in outdated decor that’s showing wear, they all have flat-screen TVs, tea- and coffee-making facilities, and furnished outdoor spaces with appealing views of the grounds, pools, or sea. The big draw are the resort’s reasonable all-inclusive rates, which includes food at six restaurants, alcoholic drinks at several bars, and an extensive array of activities and entertainment. Solid on-site features consist of two pools by the beach – one with a swim-up bar – an adults-only pool, and family pool with waterslides, in addition to a small spa, a well-equipped fitness center, and a decent beach. While St. James's Club doesn’t offer anything out of the ordinary, guests seeking a convenient, all-inclusive experience are likely to be satisfied. It’s worth comparing rates with the Coconut Bay Beach & Spa Resort, another all-inclusive resort with a longer beach, water park, and more impressive spa.