Arena Beach

Had a great time entertainment team was excellent games around the pool, had a great laugh such a fun holiday would go again

Due to flight delays and waiting for transport etc, we arrived at the hotel 5hrs later say 12:30-1:00am. Couldn't check in properly at the front desk but this wasn't a problem really as the receptionist gave us keys to our adjoining family rooms no. 123 & 124 ground floor level. We were also told that a cold buffet meal had been left out for us in the restaurant. Struggled on our own, down a flight of stairs with all our luggage, no assistance / staff etc to help and found the restaurant where the cold buffet food was indeed left for our consumption. The cold food looked warm and sweaty, like it had been there for several hours at least with flies all over it. As we were all tired, left the food alone taking only a couple of bread rolls from the bread shelves. (Negative Start). The apartment rooms were both clean, no complaints with that aspect throughout the entire duration of our 7 day holiday. Only issue seemed to be the bedroom of no.123 which smelt and seemed damp, bedding felt damp too, so we removed the covers and used the duvet in the wardrobe instead. Thought this may of been something to do with Air Conditioning, but the issue didn't go away throughout the week, despite not having any aircon on during the nights. On reflection I should of questioned this with the staff but I'm not someone who make complaints for the sake of it. The rooms are slightly dated with old kitchen appliances but all are fine and clean. Some internal doors do not have the rubber door stops on the floor, missing rubber leaves exposed screws sticking out of the floor (Just be aware) thats all.

Now we are a family of four, two teenage boys 14 & 16. First full day - Breakfast not to bad, good selection. Lunch - Didn't eat, Evening Meal - At least 6-8 different options plus normal cold buffet and desert. Drinks - Well its the average Red, White, Rose wine, One Beer/Lager option, Spirits/Cocktails etc and soft drink sugar rush choices.

The Food, many people would say its fine, personally I thought it was average. Its perfectly edible when you have consumed a few beers but after two nights of eating it and realising its the same kind of stuff served up everyday but in a slightly different disguise, I gave up. All four members of our family either didn't want to eat there anymore or spent time using the bathroom facilities more than you would ideally like. You pay all inclusive because its convenient for a family, saves stressing about finding somewhere to eat and drink, and avoids extra costs. Honestly, don't bother going all IN, eat out, 5min walk to Cherrys for a great breakfast at 8-12 euros each, lovely cafe's etc like Charly's in the shopping area. I can recommend Cosmos for the pizza's and burger's all fresh and delicious. Taxi for 4-5 euro will take you into Corralejo if you want to eat in the more tourist areas. 100 Euro for a family of 4 per day will keep you all fed and watered well, unless you like a few more pints of Tropical, Estrella Damm etc.

Anyway, my point about the hotel itself. Nice, Clean, Good Location given its slightly further out of the tourist parts of Corralejo itself. Food, no thanks. Staff, some seem friendly - Reception, Site Shop and a few members of staff in the restaurant, but most just serve you and carry on, no friendly chatter or stuff like that. I was told by a local business owner that the staff are usually trainees and paid minimum wages so what can you expect i guess.

Honestly, we are unlikely to return to Arena Beach, Fuerteventura is a lovely island with the locals very friendly but outside of the main tourist spots is where you are made to feel welcome.

Hope this helps you to decide on spending your hard earned money. With Thanks

Booked here last minute after our Turkey Holiday was cancelled and despite the initial worries of the 3 Stars i am glad to say we had an absolutely fantastic 10 night holiday. This place should be 4 Stars!! Our family of 4 were so impressed with everything on offer. We had an issue with the locks on our first day but this was rectified by the receptionist Andrea who was so thoughful and helpful not just this day but any time we needed her (Arena Beach that young lady is a credit to you, superb customer service and assistance from Her).

The entertainment team are so enthusiastic and whilst several of the evenings showpieces were a bit sub par we could not fault the energy and enthusiasm they brought. The French entertainer whose name i have forgotten really made an impression on our two boys and they loved engaging with him any opportunity they could. Poor guy must have been glad to see the back of them!! Water Polo was one of the stand out activities we looked forward to and the song You Are My World Cup lives rent free in my head.

My personal favourite was the food, most notably breakfast. I work in hospitality at a major UK hotel and even our food doesn't come close to the selection and quality on offer at Arena Beach. Hats off to those Chefs, they never fail to disappoint. Every meal time has more than you could wish for, the only evening theme meals that maybe let the side down were Asian and Mexican night but don't let that take away from what are utterly delicious offerings. I recommend you try the cake labelled only as Raspberry cake, I wish I knew where to get it because I have never tasted anything so delicious.

I've seen several complaints about the location. I thought it was perfectly located from everything. The famous Corralejo National Park was a 5 minute Taxi ride or a 20 minute walk away and equally 20 minutes to the town centre, which offered Bars, Restaurants and pretty much everything you could ask or expect. The AquqPark was another hit with the boys and the parents enjoyed ourselves there too, again easily accessible on foot or a short taxi trip away.

The whole place is spotlessly clean, the HouseKeeping staff work tirelessly to maintain high standards of cleanliness and the room are freshened 5 out of 7 days a week. The pool is brilliant with plenty of sunbeds available so even if they are reserved you can always find one.

For party animals maybe Fuerteventura isn't the place for you but for families and couples who just want to relax then this is the place to go. We would 100% go back here, we had an amazing holiday and we recommend Arena Beach Hotel to anyone looking for top Customer Service, delicious food, hardworking and friendly staff and an all round fantastic holiday.