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- The Royal Blue Resort
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The Royal Blue Resort
Greece, Europe
Panormos
This superior resort is located in Panormos. The resort boasts an exclusive setting, lying just a short distance away from a number of attractions in the area. Nestled amidst 70 acres of sheer, natural beauty, this resort tempts guests into a veritable haven of serenity and peace. The resort boasts a spectacular, captivating style, blending traditional style with luxury and elegance. The guest rooms are stunning appointed, draping visitors in luxurious bliss. Guests are invited to savour the delectable delights that the restaurant has to offer, tempting even the most discerning palate. Guests can experience in the ultimate invigoration in the spa, or indulge in the utmost in relaxation, and simply lie back and revel in the pure, sheer beauty of the surroundings.
Facilities
- Tennis
- Beauty salon*
- Spa treatments*
- Massage*
- Steam bath
- Sauna
- Entertainment programme for children
- Entertainment programme for adults
- Children playground
- Sun loungers
- Please note some facilities may incur an additional fee
Due to the surrounding area and the number of steps around the hotel, it may not be suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
The Local Area
Tripadvisor Reviews
4.5 Excellent1,974 reviews
Excellent
69%
Very Good
19%
Average
8%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Value
deff not 5*
beautiful area,room 404,wonderful staff,deff not 5*, lack of entertainment in the evening,internet the worst i have stayed in,food passable not always hot as it should be,in the general restaurant charged me 34 euros for a glass of wine,large beer, apple juice and bottle of still water,in the room hair product carton fell off the wall in the shower, and also at the basins,because the internet in the room was so bad the general manager phoned reception to organise a free tv box this never happened reception just passed me off when i complained i hadn't received it,apart from that the weather was loverly
Review by linda s Sutton, United Kingdom
Stunning location and great hotel despite minor flaws
A stunning location with wonderful views and great pools plus a private beach. The staff is what make this hotel without doubt. Though I have given 5 stars, there are a couple of things the hotel needs to work on to make it truly exemplary. Firstly, the price of drinks is too high. A small bottle of coke is almost 6 euros, the same price of a small beer. Secondly the buffet at breakfast and dinner is varied in choice but the food is at best warm, especially if you eat later. There’s nothing worse than cold eggs or lukewarm soup. If these 2 issues are dealt with, the hotel would elevate to new highs. There was never an issue with sun beds even though hotel was full and as stated earlier, the staff are super. Special shout out to Katerina in the restaurant. Overall an enjoyable holiday at a great place
It depends entirely on what your expectations are. Either utterly idyllic or disappointing. Read my review to find out..
Hotels are such a personal thing. What your friend loved, you may hate, etc. So this is a detailed account to help you decide. The good: Beautifully designed, spacious layout, excellent staff (the best thing about our stay was the staff, they deserve 5 stars!), clean, well maintained, quiet. The less good: Pictures online vastly different from reality. Make sure you know what you’re booking, check and double check! Not close enough to anywhere to walk (there’s a mini market on site and a larger supermarket 5 mins away), quite remote, too far from Rethymno, if you want to stay on site most of the time it’s fine. Not family friendly at all, it should be an adults only hotel without question. Overall: If you are half board then you are forced to pay for lunch which is overpriced because there are no other options unless you pay for a taxi to Panormos. The hotel seems to close down at 9.30pm. No noticeable evening entertainment, no nice outdoor seating areas with a bar, pool area closed, beach area sometimes open but not often, a game room hidden in the basement that requires payment to use. My kids were completely bored. We found ourselves going to surrounding hotels for some action! The rooms are touch and go. Some amazing overlooking the sea, some small and dirty. All the pools are salt water which makes your eyes burn. I mean I’m sure people would love this if they have money for a sea view suite and want a quiet relaxing time. The food was good, gluten free awareness, and again, shout out to the amazing staff. Personally I’d say there are hotels with far better value for money and with more character elsewhere on the island. A lot of potential but bland.
Review by earthgirl10 Tel Aviv, Israel
Relaxing atmosphere by the pool
Exceptional food, impeccable service, and a beautiful, relaxing atmosphere by the pool. A truly elegant experience. Highly recommended!
Review by Sandy T Rethymnon, Greece
Perfect Summer holiday
We had a fabulous time at the Royal Blue celebrating a dear friend birthday. We we 25 people in our group and we felt the service was fantastic. The location was wonderful as we had a private beach and were equidistant from points of interest. The rooms were very comfortable with some of us having a private pool besides all the other pools available for the hotel guests. The atmosphere was great, allowing us to relax and party at the same time. It was definitely value for money. Special mentioned to the food and wonderful breakfast.
Review by Dalia U Johannesburg, South Africa
