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Kaktus Albir
Spain, Europe
El Albir
This beach hotel enjoys a stunning setting on the charming Costa Blanca. The hotel is located just a short walking distance away from a host of shopping, dining and entertainment venues. This delightful hotel enjoys a modern design, inviting guests into the relaxing surroundings of the interior. The guest rooms are beautifully designed, and come complete with modern amenities for added comfort and convenience. The hotel features a wide range of exemplary facilities, meeting the needs of every type of traveller. Guests can enjoy a seasonal entertainment programme, and are assured of a truly memorable stay.
Facilities
- Hot tub
- Children playground
- Children’s swimming area
- Outdoor freshwater pool
- Air conditioning in Restaurant
- Restaurant
- Bar
- Café
- Luggage room
- Sun terrace
- 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
3.5 Very Good1,060 reviews
Excellent
29%
Very Good
36%
Average
21%
Poor
9%
Terrible
5%
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Comfortable stay
Location was amazing, seconds away from the beach, lots of bars and restaurants close. Altea a 30 minute walk away. Benidorm a 25 minute bus ride, bus stop at the back of the hotel.
Check in is not until 3pm and our flights were at 6am, we were not aware of this until we arrive at the hotel but they checked us in an hour early, when we went to the room it was only made up for 2 people and there were 3 of us, when I asked at reception they told us this was because they had let us have our room early but it took until 9pm until somebody came to make the sofa bed up and give extra towels. Also had issues the following days when the room was cleaned, only left 2 towels when there we 3 of us, stopped asking in the end.
Rooms outdated but we knew that before we went, air con noisy but still had a comfortable sleep. Would be nice to have a light on the balcony as I like to sit out and read at night.
Entertainment was very much aimed at the more senior guests and was very dance orientated.
Food - breakfast excellent and lots of options although food often lukewarm, especially the beans, we arrived when they opened and the beans were always cold. Lunch, limited options but always found something to eat. Evening meal more options, pizza was great and always lots of meat and fish options. Plenty of fresh bread, fruit and salad.
Pools - bottom pool people queue and you always get a subbed if you’re there at 10am however if you go in the afternoon it is difficult to get a sunbed, also not many trolleys available. Pool quite small for the hotel capacity. Rooftop pool also small and it is very hot up there and not much shade so always spare beds, could do with more sun beds and umbrellas up there and more people would use it.
Drinks - quite expensive at the hotel, better to go to the supermarket around the corner (not the one on the beachfront) and take back to put in the hotel fridge.
Beach - we were worried about the stones on the beach but we actually preferred it as didn’t get sand everywhere. Water shoes would be better however we did manage without, just a little bit painful when getting in and out the sea. Didn’t pay for beds as beds were 7 euros each and then the same for a broken. Cheaper to buy your own broken from one of the shops and take it apart and to put I. Your suitcase or leave it there (depending how often you will use the beach).
Beach towels are not included so take your own or you can hire them from the hotel for 20 euros each.
Overall Albir was a lovely stay and I would stay again, hopefully they will update the hotel soon as it is very tired.
Review by Nomad09200619837 Mansfield, United Kingdom
Amazing place
The hotel is so clean and the food was amazing very good choice every night all the staff were the best we have seen apart from one his name is Martin who you order drinks with at the table he is the worst I have ever had to deal with no manners what so ever miserable especially if you pay by card
Review by Jettabs London, United Kingdom
Excellent hotel for a relaxing holiday!
The room was spacious, spotlessly clean, and had a beautiful sea view. The beach is just across the road, which is very convenient. The beach itself is clean and never felt crowded. It was always easy to find available sunbeds and umbrellas. Breakfast was varied and tasty, and the hotel bar was excellent. Another big advantage is the underground parking. In summer, it's so nice not to get into a car that has been sitting in the sun. The hotel is quiet and peaceful, with a mostly adult clientele, making it an ideal place to relax. I would be happy to stay here again!
Review by audalaya Klaipeda, Lithuania
Our stay at Kactus, Albir.
Very clean room and hotel, food was lovely, eat what you like plenty of choice, staff very pleasant, My wife and I really enjoyed our stay.
Lovely holiday just little things need's to look at
We had a wonderful stay overall. The hotel staff were absolutely fantastic. The housekeeping team, restaurant staff, and reception were all incredibly friendly, professional, and always willing to help. Their excellent service really made our holiday special.
The food was delicious, with a great variety and plenty of choice every day. The only small suggestion would be to serve the food a little hotter, but otherwise it was excellent.
The hotel itself is quite outdated and would benefit from a major refurbishment. While it is still comfortable to stay in, the facilities could definitely be modernised.
There were two things that significantly affected our stay. Firstly, the air conditioning unit in the room was extremely noisy, making it difficult to sleep with it running at night. Secondly, the evening entertainment continued until after midnight, and because the soundproofing is very poor, the music could be heard clearly from our room. This made it difficult to get a good night’s sleep.
Apart from these issues, we had a lovely holiday, and we would especially like to thank the staff for their outstanding service. They truly deserve recognition.
