Villamarina Vacations from $372

I can't speak highly enough of our trip to this resort. It really is a small village that has all the amenities you need. It is very family-focused where I would think most, if not all guests were families with young / teen children. It is pet-friendly, plenty of guests with their dogs which was lovely to see. The staff were remarkable, helpful everywhere we went and serviced us with care. The place has a great community pool, fit for all ages, has a shallow end for the little ones, a medium bit for older kids, and a deep-end for the stronger swimmers. They have a private beach area, already setup with chairs and umbrellas. There's staff on the beach as well to assist. On the beach is a seaside restaurant. Reservations are required but it was lovely sitting on the patio, overlooking the sea. The cottages themselves fit our needs. We are a family of 5 so we got the two bedroom. A little kitchen, dining area (although we had most meals outside on the porch), master bedroom for the parents, one bedroom with two beds, and a bed in the lounge. Bathroom was nice and modern. There was always entertainment happening throughout the day and evening which was included. There are small shops and restaurants that come with an extra cost but you also have the option to go off resort to shop or eat as long as you have a vehicle.

Location was great. Breakfast was mediocre which is fine. Coffee was horrible.

This hotel was absolutely lovely, brilliant location. Close enough to the beach but far enough away from the noise of bars and restaurants. The balcony was a lovely surprise as it was very spacious and had a drying rack on it. The staff were so friendly, smiles every time they saw you and very helpful when you asked them anything. Check in was incredibly simple. Room was very clean and spaced out well, the TV was a smart tv and had lots of channels in all languages. Would 100% stay here again. Pool wasn't the best, the toilet next to the pool didn't have running water so couldn't wash your hands. The space upstairs around the pool and the bartenders were lovely but pool jets didn't work or just didn't ever seem to be on when we went up. However, likely you'd go to the beach anyway. The beach club the hotel has a deal with is nice, not the best sunbeds but decent quality. This is no reflection on the hotel as you can go to other clubs but thought I would mention one of the waitresses at the restaurant was incredibly rude to us. Overall wonderful hotel.