The First70 Hotel vs Similar Hotels

Issues reported with water pressure and mattress quality.

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.

Rooms are frequently described as spacious and comfortable with good beds, but some rooms have issues (TV not working, small for 4 adults, damp carpet smell, occasional maintenance faults).

Rooms are described as spacious and comfortable, though some have noted problems with odor and bedding.

There are mentions of cleanliness issues with the bathroom and overall room cleaning.

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.

Many guests report spotlessly clean and spacious rooms, but there are several serious complaints (mold, dust, dirty linens, damp carpet smell and insects) that lower this score.

Some reviews mention staining on bedding and dirty sockets, indicating concerns with cleanliness.

Many reviews highlight the proximity to markets and attractions.

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.

Consistently praised — excellent location near Olle Market, waterfalls, restaurants, convenience stores and a nearby bus stop.

Location is repeatedly praised across reviews for being close to markets and attractions.

Mixed feedback on staff friendliness; generally acceptable for hotel standards.

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.

Staff are repeatedly described as very friendly and extremely helpful across multiple reviews, though one comment mentions limited service in places.

Responses indicate friendly staff, but some reviews mention issues with language barriers and unhelpful staff at times.

Breakfast is frequently noted as a highlight.

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

Breakfast is commonly praised (several comments note good breakfasts), though a few guests found it unremarkable or criticized it.

Breakfast received mixed feedback, with some guests finding it unsatisfactory.

Good amenities, although some adjustments needed regarding towels and blankets.

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.

On-site parking and nearby laundry are positives, but parking-tower malfunctions, lack of gym and occasional broken fixtures reduce the score.

Some positive mentions about laundry machines and microwaves, but several reviews indicate lack of essential items.

Some reviews express dissatisfaction with pricing relative to the service quality.

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

Multiple guests highlight excellent value and high CP value for the price; generally seen as very good value for money.

Generally considered decent value considering the location and amenities provided.