Review date: 10 August 2005 - A HotelStreet visitor from Limerick,Ireland wrote:-

Review title: "Playa Garden Is A Relaxing Break"
Travel date: July 2005
We could not believe how slowly the first week in the Playa Garden passed. We were unsure if this was a good thing or a bad thing until we realised how relaxed we were. The first week was spent finding our feet, which at the Playa Garden is easy. The accommodation was okay, but that kitchen (I use the term kitchen lightly) must have been designed to ensure you can't possibly self cater. It was spotless, and the cleaning lady was lovely with the kids. On the down-side, the constant announcements would annoy if we were facing the pool. As it was, with the doors closed you could hardly hear it.

The entertainment was pretty good, although how they do the same shows every two weeks for months on end is anyone's guess. Paul was A1 as Gardenito, the hotel caricature...that hair had to go though (Red Afro). Sarah was a good singer and all round busy rep, ensuring all were enjoying the fun. The happy hours were great when you could get served. I would recommend tipping every time, as this is the only way they will look at you (Pep's a great bar tender and a nice guy with it, Kiko is also nice when you get used to the voice.)

All round a good trip and would go back, although maybe not next year. If you hire a car, do it by the day. I felt obliged to use the car sitting outside the door for the week, and the island isn't really that big. Watch those mountain roads if you take a trip up there.... lots of bikers and nerves were shattered after a two hour drive.

Review date: 01 July 2005 - A HotelStreet visitor from Cork, Ireland wrote:-

Review title: "Fantastic Holiday"
Travel date: June 2005
We were on a family holiday with a 17 month old baby. The resort was very quiet which suited us. Our hotel was top class with day and evening entertainment provided by a brillant staff. We will definitely be returning.