D & B BLUESTAR BEACH RESORT vs Similar Hotels

No specific complaints, but overall comfort is implied.

Rooms described as spacious and good value, but multiple issues reported: aging rooms, broken or noisy fixtures, occasional malfunctioning AC (though replaced), lack of kitchenware in villas and thin/insufficient bedding—slightly below average.

Rooms reported to be spacious and comfortable; however, some improvements like more furniture have been suggested.

Several mentions of small rooms, outdated furnishings, and inadequate bathrooms.

Some comments about trash left near the property and request for better upkeep.

Mixed reports: several guests praised cleanliness (very clean, well-maintained pool) but multiple complaints about old, dirty fixtures, stains on towels, ants and cockroaches in cupboards—overall below the target due to these hygiene issues.

Guests reported ants in the room and lizards present, indicating issues with cleanliness.

Multiple reviews indicate poor cleanliness with mentions of dirty rooms and unsatisfactory sanitation.

Multiple mentions of a prime location close to the beach.

Generally good location: close to the beach, quiet and shaded property; some drawbacks noted (remote, few nearby restaurants, rough driveway or 10 min tuk-tuk to tourist area), so kept at the target as overall sentiment is mixed-positive.

Location praised for being quiet and close to beautiful beaches.

Location is near the beach but noted as far from restaurants and amenities.

Staff is consistently described as super nice and helpful.

Consistently strong positive feedback: staff repeatedly described as very friendly, accommodating, polite and helpful; many guests specifically praise reception and workers, so service is rated high to reflect this strength.

Mixed reviews about service; some guests found staff helpful while others felt they received little attention.

Staff were generally friendly and accommodating, with positive notes about their service.

Breakfast is enjoyed; flexibility with meals is mentioned.

Mixed feedback: some guests loved the breakfast (called amazing), others found breakfast sparse or complained that extra items cost more; no lunch/dinner options at the property for some guests—slightly below target.

Complaints about the lack of breakfast options and issues with excursion pricing.

Mixed reviews on food quality; breakfast noted as mediocre.

Basic amenities are available including breakfast service on the terrace.

Strong points: well-maintained pool(s), some units with private pools; weaknesses include very limited F&B options (breakfast-only in places), no microwave/kitchenware for villas, occasional poor TV/Wi‑Fi—overall slightly above average due to excellent pool facilities.

Good amenities including a pool and a possibility to rent scooters directly on-site.

Amenities such as the pool were appreciated, but renovation and cleanliness issues detracted from their value.

The affordable pricing is appreciated, particularly for the location.

Multiple guests noted good price-to-quality ratio ('you get what you pay for', good property for the price). Positive perceptions of value justify a high rating.

Competitive pricing perceived as good value for the services provided.

Some reviews suggest good value, but this is countered by persistent issues in other areas.