Kn Hotel Arenas del Mar - Adults Only

The staff make this place. They are so accommodating and friendly. There are plenty of options at meal times and always free tables for the help yourself buffet, which, unfortunately some people help themselves to just a little too much! The all inclusive drinks are fairly standard but the cocktails taste like bad fortified wine so I would avoid. If you like evening entertainment then you will not be disappointed. If you don’t, there’s nowhere to escape except your room with a set of ear plugs. The TV only has Sky News but plenty of channels in German as well as Spanish. So take your own entertainment. Around the pool it can be windy, but it’s warm in March. There are the obligatory pool aerobics to avoid but they’re not too pushy. The Spa is tired but a nice quiet break away from others. The staff make up for any of the downsides to this place though.

Pros: near airport, clean, spacious, all-inclusive option, near/Beach view, spa available, adults only Cons: somewhat secluded, food average buffet, limited drink options, not sound proofed, needs some updating in certain areas 8/10 Hotel was clean and room was spacious with large deck overlooking beach/sea. It had a sitting area and two twin beds. Unfortunately, being on the first floor you could hear patrons in the dinning area and entertainment spaces. Buffet food was average, but limited on vegetarian selection with similar items. Also, I did get sick the last day, but uncertain if from the food or something else. Unfortunately only one restaurant available that was included, could get 20% off at other restaurant. Drinks were okay, but no local beer included and certain drinks also cost extra. Did appreciate reusable cup system at pool. Pool area was very nice and plenty of sitting, however felt hours too short 9 to 6pm. Also, due to winds had plastic/glass wall, which obstructed view of the ocean as wasn’t easy to see through (needed upkeep/cleaning). There was a walk way in front, but no place to sit. Beach area was adjacent and public, no chairs or loungers available. Spa needs some updating. Sauna bench had large splinters. Several items not working or pieces broken/missing. Would have liked some directions on spa process. Staff was very friendly and helpful. Appreciated nearby store, water was very affordable here. Hotel not near a lot.

Not much in the area, better availability for bar and restaurant times would be appreciated. However the hotel was wonderful and peaceful. The staff were fantastic.

The cleaners appeared to be rushed and the clients' rooms suffered. There were shoe prints in the shower where it had been cleaned and t bags were not replenished. The sink plug hole would not stay pressed down therefore I could not get a bowl of water for washing. The TV was faulty and programs often had the sound out of synch, and therefore made little sense. (island reception?)The breakfast foods, while the choices seemed to be plentiful, were disappointing. Eggs were always overcooked and there were too many left at the end of the breakfast session, along with bacon left in huge wads and other items over catered. The granola was not actually granola and had other cereals mixed in. Granola then ran out and despite asking reception on a number of occasions, carried on just being a mixture of all the other cereals. It was awful. The outside area by the pool was scruffy and all the glass, both looking at the sea and for the spa were opaque due to not being cleaned (perhaps another cost cutting decision). In the past a massage was offered with a token but now this was to be paid for from the outset and was overpriced. People routinely put their towels on sunbeds despite the rules which often meant there were no sunbeds (unless you moved someone else's belongings). This rule needs to be displayed much more visibly and enforced. 25E for dinner was not commensurate with quality and should be on a tariff where one can pick and choose for a suitable price. There is more.

Perfect for a quick escape. It does say beach access but it’s just next to the beach, no dinners there or anything g and it’s not a private section. But food was good and the bar served good drinks.

Clean rooms

Nice and quiet surroundings. Friendly staff, good food, very nice room

Property was really nice. Staff friendly and helpful. No trash can in room, had to request one. Beds very comfy Wi-Fi almost non existent in the room.

It was slightly remote and there was no public transport into the town. We were told it was a 10 min walk but it took us about 30 minutes. There was a serious lack of entertainment in the evening unless you enjoyed karaoke or bingo.

Well located for the airport and right on the coast. Hotel and food both ok to good but not amazing - but then you are not paying 5 star rates either. Location a bit removed for local options, trip pickups etc - fine if you want a quieter time but just be aware that trip options are a bit limited as a result as not everyone will pick you up. Also the hotel has a large central atrium which looks great, but can also make the rooms a bit noisy in the evening from downstairs activities - although it never went much after 11pm so never kept me awake

Staff was extremely helpful They resolved issues on a timely manner and upgraded my room

We spent a very relaxable 9 days here. Staff are friendly, lots of different entertainment choices at the hotel and plenty of food options. Only downside is the wind. However they do have a room where you can have a shower and change before leaving to go to the airport if you need it after you have checked out.

Very nice hotel. I enjoyed the fact it was out of the way of the clubs and bars etc. it's a quiet area and the nearest town is a 20 mins walk. All the amenities were provided. Bed was comfortable, AC was available. Nice view of the sea and all the kite surfers. Check in was easy. Lots of food choices available for breakfast lunch and dinner. Check out was easy and at midday, you have the option to keep the room on for the day at €40 if you so wish too and you can still use the hotel facilities until you leave. Night entertainment provided by the hotel was fun, different every night. Swimming pool was nice. Plenty of sun loungers and a pool bar. There is a supermarket next door and ATM. There is parking in front of the hotel. But be aware, everyone local uses it also to go to the beach. I would definitely visit this hotel again.

Beds are not comfortable

This was claimed as a 4 star hotel when it was not the quality of this at all. We arrived at approx 11am on the 17th and enquired about the free upgrade and were met with a sharp response from the receptionist that they were full. Also the free spa service was actually a 2 hour free access to the facilities, not quite a service. We went to lunch and could see the bread was out, likely from breakfast, and some was stale already (this was confirmed from our following day there that the same bread was left out exposed all day and very stale by the time it came to dinner). We were advised our room would be ready at 2pm, we returned at 2pm and were told it would be a further half hour. Whilst awaiting I could see the fish pond area was very dirty, the furniture appeared worn and dated. The junior suite we had been assigned had an exposed fuse box, towel rails that fell off and dirty spoons and mugs. Food was not always fresh and barely warm, the quality being poor overall. Sun beds were torn and dirty and no towels were available when we initially went to the pool despite being given a towel card, we had to wait 50minutes. The gym had rusty equipment and was clearly not attended to hourly to be cleaned despite the sheet in the room claiming to be signed as proof of cleaning. On a positive note the other staff we met were friendly and attentive, we had a Mountain View as requested.

Great hotel if you are looking to relax. Not ideal if you are looking to party as there isn’t much in the area. The staff are very friendly and the food is amazing with a wide variety,

Loads of really great things about this hotel - 24 hour desk, lovely pool, immediate access to beach through front and rear of hotel, proximity to airport, free parking, fridge in room, quick to fix any issues. Friendly staff. Very good breakfast and rooms lovely and spacious, pretty modern with gorgeous balcony. The only things that let it down were small things like lack of toiletries provided (not even soap). Small time window for changing towels which can sometimes be a bit inconvenient, we were on the 5th floor so amazing view but noise from the treadmills at the gym on the 6th floor. It’s one of those hotels with entertainment provided in the evening which wasn’t our cup of tea and they invited musicians to play in the lobby which does go all around the hotel so you can’t really escape the noise which went on until around 10.30pm sometimes. Also they charge for pool table (1 euro per game) and use of the room safe (3 euros per day) I feel it’s unacceptable to have to pay to keep your valuables safe ok holiday given what we paid for the room.

I really liked this hotel. The hotel is in a lovely location and is very posh. The food however was terrible. The food was not restaurant quality at all…catered to more mediterranean tastes but in a low quality manner. Food was too salty and just kind of weird for example one night they served hot dogs which i thought “finally something nice and simple not bad to mess up”…hot dogs tasted so disgusting and “mystery meat” like that it ruined our appetite for the whole day.

Lovely and quiet , lovely pool , friendly staff , but the food was cold and cooking standards were poor in our opinion

The TV was very small and I thought the bed was a king size but it was two twin beds and made cuddling difficult.