Mur Hotel Faro Jandia

Spent 18 nights here in August and what a beautiful place this is. From the moment we walked through the front door it felt like stepping into an oasis of calm. Welcomed with a glass of Cava while Jan and the reception team checked us in. Beautifully decorated and serene. Rooms spotless and aircon, fridge, kettle etc very welcome. Very comfy beds and the balcony had a great view of the lighthouse, beach and sea. Rooms cleaned everyday, towels changed regularly and sheets changed on demand. Mini-bar available if required. Restaurant was very chilled and there was always a good choice of very good quality food. Depending on the menu some things were cooked to order for you. Considering it was buffet service there was plenty of variation each night. Breakfast was excellent with a wide range of choice. It was nice to not feel rushed at all and be allowed to eat in our own time - sometimes it nice to just watch the world go by. Some reviews I'd read before going said that the restaurant staff were grumpy and rude. Not sure they were reviewing the same hotel as all the staff were lovely and very friendly. The pool area was beautiful and even when it was busy there were always sunbeds available. Free water top ups available at the bar was a bonus too. and after a hard day sunbathing by the pool having free use of the beautiful spa to relax was a bonus. Beautiful location directly opposite the lighthouse and a huge sandy beach. Nice range of shops to explore and supermarkets 5 mins away in either direction if you needed anything. Pleasant stroll along the front to Morro Jable which is much more built up and busy. Overall the atmosphere was very chilled and relaxed. Yes there were a lot of older visitors but there were also plenty of families and children. Evening entertainment most nights but it wasn't overbearing and finished at a reasonable hour. If you are looking for 24/7 party time then this isn't for you. If like us you are looking for a chilled relaxing peaceful break then this is the perfect place. Already planning on booking again. Muchas gracias por todo.

Returned to the Faro Jandia for a one week break. I have stayed there many times previously with my wife but more recently with my son. We had booked a sea view room through Jet2 holidays on a half board basis. Unfortunately the flight times were poor so we only arrived at the hotel shortly before midnight . The transfer is the worst thing about staying in Jandia as the coach transfer also takes in Costa Calma and the Faro Jandia tends to be the last stop. I certainly would recommend hiring a car and making your way unless you are staying for a longer period then the hotel will offer a free transfer if you book direct . We had a quick and friendly check in with a glass of fizz and then made our way to our room which was located at the far side of the hotel which can be quite a walk but has the benefit of getting the sunshine late in the afternoon. The rooms have not changed since I started going there but they are spacious with plenty of storage space and a generous bathroom with overhead shower bidet etc which all worked well. I find the beds comfortable and bed linen towels etc are all changed regularly. I must also mention the cleaners who do a wonderful job . Breakfast I noticed has had a slight change in that coffee machines have been installed as opposed to being brought to your table which was not to my sons liking as he preferred the coffee with warm milk. Apart from that it was business as usual with a wide variety of fruits cold meats breads etc with a hot section providing eggs bacon and omelettes . Dinner usually had a different theme however the highlight must go to the selection of deserts which was top drawer every night. The quality of the main courses can be mixed however and it is certainly geared to a German taste which might not suit some. The bar also was friendly and efficient with generous measures being provided all the way through our holiday. One of the biggest selling points of the hotel is the staff. Some have been there for years but overall both in the dining room and the bar we found it faultless. The other selling point is its location being right next to a wonderful beach and centrally located with the town for access to shops etc. You could get the wrong impression when you arrive given that it is right next to an amusement arcade but once you enter into the hotel you are in a different world. I have always found the hotel entertainment pretty poor and this year was no exception. They have tried different things but it still is not great but to be honest my son and I tended to walk into town so it didn't affect us but it might be noticed by other guests. The spa is also available with an indoor pool sauna etc and I small gym open 24 hours. I have no doubt I shall return at some point but next time I will be hiring a car.

We booked the MUR Faro Jandia Hotel after reading several reviews. It is always a bit of gamble to arrange to stay in a hotel without the recommendations of friends or acquaintances and especially a hotel at the furthest point on Fuerteventura.

We arrived at around 11pm after a four and a half hour flight two hour coach transfer to be dropped at a hotel entrance between a clothes shop and an amusement arcade. It did not seem promising. We entered a cool comfortable looking lobby and went up to the reception desk to be greeted by Nadia. I was then that everything changed.

Nadia welcomed us, sympathised about our long journey and gave us each a glass of cava. She then explained all we needed to know and said that the hotel had laid on food for late travellers. Minutes later in the dining room we were in front of an amazing late evening buffet that we ate with thanks. Shortly afterwards we were crashing out in our spacious room on the fourth floor.

Morning brought a hot sun but the view from our balcony was terrific. We were looking into an oasis with pools and palm trees and also out to the beach and a gigantic lighthouse: the “Faro”, ready to enjoy two weeks , half-board in a superior sea view room.

The food was good and varied and eggs could be cooked to order at breakfast. There were busy coffee machines and fresh orange juice straight from the press. There was also plenty of choice for dinner each evening.The dining room and the bar were also good places to meet other guests. The hotel’s major clientele is German and almost all adult. We made friends with a number of really nice people and everyone was really friendly. The evening entertainment was varied and mostly very good. We saw a show with two magicians that was mind-blowing as well as highly entertaining.

The weather was hotter than normal for the time of year so that we visited the beach which was a five minute walk, only twice. It is a beautiful beach with a good beach bar and restaurant next to the lighthouse. The hotel pool was just what we wanted and there were always spare loungers around it. Our balcony also had two loungers as well as two chairs and a table.

There was a small gym in the basement which I used occasionally but the star was the spa with a large pool, water cascades, a jacuzzi and other bubbling elements. There was also a sauna and a steam room alongside. These were all complimentary. Massages and treatments were available but we did not manage to do these.

The staff were great, both around the hotel and in reception.and we were very impressed with this hotel, its cleanliness and its location.. This place is definitely a winner for us..