The Island Blue Hotel vs Similar Hotels

Rooms are frequently described as very spacious with good views and family-friendly layouts, but several comments note outdated fixtures, broken appliances, hard mattresses and occasional odors.

Some rooms described as small and dated, with uncomfortable beds.

Rooms were spacious and comfortable but had some minor issues regarding layout and noise.

Rooms often described as spacious with great views and well equipped, but several reports of worn/aged furniture, rust and some cleanliness-related wear diminished scores.

Multiple reviews mention significant cleanliness issues: dust in drawers and on floors, mold in the shower, hair and coffee stains, rooms not cleaned daily — overall poor housekeeping.

Several mentions of cleanliness issues, including dirty bathrooms and rooms.

Rooms were noted as clean and tidy, contributing positively to the experience.

Mostly reported as clean in multiple reviews, though a few guests noted issues (stained/aged bedding, mold/ rust in one room) requiring a room change.

Strong location remarks: walking distance to markets/cafes, convenient ground-floor stores and surroundings, sea view mentioned — consistently highlighted as a major plus.

Great location, close to markets and attractions.

Excellent location near attractions and convenience stores, facilitating easy exploration.

Consistently highlighted as a major strength — central location and excellent sea views; a minor note about a steep descent and limited sidewalk access for some.

Mixed but generally positive: several guests praised friendly staff and helpful service (some called staff ‘very friendly’), though a few reported cold or unhelpful reception and slow/problematic resolution of booking/breakfast issues.

Frequent praise for helpful staff and good service.

Guests appreciated the friendly host and prompt support when parking issues arose.

Generally praised as friendly and helpful (staff assisted guests, some reviews called staff wonderful), with a few comments about less helpful staff in isolated cases.

Food is generally praised: the restaurant is described as very good with variety and even vegan options; however breakfast service and execution drew complaints (quality/availability and billing errors).

Mixed reviews on breakfast and dining options.

No specific feedback on food quality, but proximity to dining options was appreciated.

Breakfast buffet frequently praised for variety; on-site restaurant recommended by some guests.

Amenities scored well: very positive mentions of the on-site restaurant, excellent massage/skin care facility, and fast paid laundry; parking and some kitchen equipment were noted as lacking.

Basic amenities with some complaints about insufficient replenishment.

Amenities like clean towels, good quality toiletries, and a comfortable workspace were highlighted.

Mixed: the spa/massage and buffet breakfast received praise, but gym quality was repeatedly called poor and parking was limited/paid or inconvenient for some guests.

Mixed value: room size and amenities add value, but guests reported breakfast charging issues, parking fees/constraints and some maintenance/cleanliness shortcomings that reduce perceived value.

General agreement that the price is acceptable for the service received.

Pricing was considered fair given the location and amenities provided.

Multiple guests explicitly stated excellent or good value and praised the price-to-location/quality balance.