SOL by Meliá Arona Tenerife vs Similar Hotels

Rooms were described as newly refurbished, clean, and spacious with comfortable beds.

Some rooms are small and showing age, with some noise issues reported.

Mixed: some apartments are spacious and comfortable, but others are dated (old kitchen furniture), beds described as uncomfortable by some guests, and many rooms lack air conditioning.

Rooms were generally well-maintained, but there were mentions of missing chairs.

There were comments about some dirty plates during breakfast and a fresh paint smell in the rooms.

The hotel was clean and the reception area was welcoming, but reports mention some issues like noise.

Mixed reports: several guests praise general cleanliness, but serious negatives noted (bed bugs in beds and curtains, and at least one report of a dirty bathroom on arrival).

Overall cleanliness was noted as good, with specific mentions of room cleanliness.

The hotel is perfectly located near the beaches and the center, ensuring easy access to local attractions.

Well-located near the beach and other amenities, with nice views.

Very good — repeatedly described as excellent and very close to the beach; convenient for holiday stays.

Location was mentioned positively, although there were some concerns about noise from the surroundings.

The staff was reported as very friendly and attentive, contributing positively to the experience.

Staff were noted to be very friendly and helpful throughout the stay.

Generally positive: multiple mentions of very friendly and helpful reception staff and prompt assistance (early check-in, baggage storage, vouchers), though one guest reported an unempathetic response to complaints.

Staff were frequently described as friendly and helpful throughout multiple reviews.

Breakfast was mentioned positively, but there were some concerns about cleanliness.

Good buffet breakfast, although some concerns about quality and crowd.

Average to below-average: breakfast described as pleasant but repetitive; buffet food could improve and policy on drinks with half board disappointed some guests.

Breakfast was consistently praised as excellent with a wide selection.

Facilities are decent, although some reviews noted issues with controlling air conditioning.

Amenities included a pool and gym, but the pool was small and overcrowded.

Strong offering: multiple pools, tennis courts, mini golf, solarium and sports facilities; however some pool closures/management issues and entertainment is modest.

General amenities were praised although some limitations were noted regarding the pool and gym.

Good value for money considering the location and quality of service provided.

Price was seen as somewhat high given the issues with room quality and amenities.

Moderate value: some guests appreciated the stay, but extra charges (AC remote deposit, iron/safe fees) and drinks not included with half board lower perceived value.

Some reviews indicated the price was a bit high for the offered amenities.