Apartment Fariones Reviews

having stayed in the fariones hotel before i was disappointed with the apts.i had expected better, apts were very nice and spotlessly clean, but there was a vital ingredient missing, there was absolutly no atmosphere in the place, i feel you pay a little extra to get a little extra, but in this case it was obviously missing, we will NOT be going back to these apts, can get much better value elsewhere in lanzarote. breakfast buffet was ok, thats all just ok.

gerrard sutton, dublin, ireland
Mature Couple (36+)

The Fariones Apartments are clean and spotless .We travelled with Alpha Rooms and their service was excellent .The breakfast was as good as we ever had in any holiday resort and the staff were very friendly ,polite and helpful.Beach towels are available free ,and clean ones every day .We went to the Fariones Aparthotel a few minutes walk away where there are plenty of sunbeds and two pools .There are plenty of restaurants to cater for all tastes in the old and new town .There are Irish bars in the old town to quench the thirst and even watch Irish tv channels .So Puerto del Carmen has lots to offer for all ages .There are now scales in the reception to weigh your suitcases to avoid excess baggage charges .Yes we will be back to the Fariones Apartments.

NED + KATHLEEN BOWE, Nottingham
Mature Couple (36+)

Great location, helpful staff at reception. Very clean, nice breakfast.

Mrs Marie Delany, Cork Ireland
Mature Couple (36+)

We just returned from a January week in the Fariones Appartments. They are great, very clean and a lovely breakfast was seved with friendly staff. The appartments are in a great location to walk around the town and to sample the night life. We would go back there again.

Margaret Dowd, London
Mature Couple (36+)

We just returned from a January week in the Fariones Appartments. They are great, very clean and a lovely breakfast was seved with friendly staff. The appartments are in a great location to walk around the town and to sample the night life. We would go back there again.

Margaret Dowd, London
Mature Couple (36+)

Fariones apartments were excellent, a really lovely complex, great location spotless apartments and lovely , friendly and helpful staff. We stayed on a bed and breakfast basis, breakfast was very good , great variety every day. I would definitely return but not in high season due to lack of air conditioning.

patricia o Reilly, Rathfarnham , dublin 14
Other

just back from staying in fariones apartments.These apartments were clean and functional.We were on a bed and breakfast basis which was mandatory...I would rate the breakfast as only ok a bit like grand central station with crowds each morning. We got good towels for use at the pool. Speaking about the pool area it is way to tight with too many sun/beds around it...would not like to be there in high season. The apartments were cleaned each day which was good. The staff were pleasant and most importantly the sun shone.Our ground floor apt. was quite hot at night..we asked about rooms with air/con and were told they had none available there were three of us and had paid full price for the apartment..so felt we should have option of air/con.

Lucy Kelleher, Ireland (Dublin)
Mature Couple (36+)

We stayed last week of october 2009,weather was beautiful and temperatures were touching 30.Great location and very well kept .Staff were excellent except for 1 blond manageress in the dining room who went OTT on trying to catch people taking food out (we were b&b) ,came up to our table in the middle of breakfast to tell us if we removed the banana and yogurt next to us on the table then they would charge us for full breakfast -this was while we were still sitting eating !!!. Week was very hot and ground floor rooms have no air and the room fan only blows warm air so as we had a 2 yr old with us we asked for and got a move to 1st floor which was a little better. Confused about the air con some people mentioned ,I asked at reception and was told there was none. At these temperatures would only go back to a place with aircon. Pool is quite small and the loungers filled by 8.30am everyday so uncomfortable with a small child,but beach only minutes away so we spent the days there . over all good location ,good service but would question the premium price without aircon ,overall safe place to choose if you dont know the resort and are going off season when cooler .

Colin Hegarty, Cork
Family with Children 11 and Under

Central for Puerto Del Carmen resort, nice apartments, especially with the sea view . Staff very friendly & helpful and decent breakfast when staying B&B. Would recommend these apartments to anyone for a relaxing break in Lanzarote. A bit cramped around the swimming pool but the beach is only a very short walk away.

david poynter, york
Mature Couple (36+)

It was our 1st time staying at the Fariones and undoubtly it was one of the better complexs we have stayed in. We were greeted with complimentary wine and fruit. The apartments were spotless, with the beds made and apartment cleaned daily. The variety of food available for breakfast was good, but some of the hot food wasnt always there, depending on what time you came. Staff were non-intrusive and very pleasant. If you wanted to guarantee a sun lounger by the pool during our stay, you had to be down by 7.00am. You are not allowed to put towels on the loungers to keep them, so someone had to stay with them. One morning there was consternation as one of the caretakers took away towels where nobody was with them. It was extremely hot for the 1st part of our week and the lack of air conditioning was terrible. 40 degrees in the shade and one fan to cool you, was just not sufficient. The fan went off after a certain length of time, as it was on a timer, resulting in you having to keep turning it back on during the night. At a cooler time of the year, the fan would be ok, but at the height of the season it was not enough. Having said that we ould definetly go back again. There was such a relaxed athmosphere and I have to give special mention to Denis the entertainer, he was so good with kids of all ages. There was also some lighthearted entertainment for adults. Will definetly be returning again - but will be requesting airconditioning this time (as apparently there are a limited number of apartments with it).

Sinead Cahill, Ireland
Family with teenagers 12+

I have stayed at the Fariones Apartments many times and have always found them excellent. Staff are very helpful, rooms are spotless, food is very good and the excellent location makes for a top class holiday.

Jane McCrindle, Girvan, Scotland
Other

Bit busy, but to be expected in July. But theres always the beach and it's only 2min away!! Rooms were very basic and there was no AC however, other rooms did so you could probably request it?? Only english channels where news and eurosport so bring a small dvd if you've kids or fancy an early night. Breakfast was okay, Perfect location - bang in the middle of old town and new town.

Kevin , Dublin
Young Couple (18-35)

A pleasure to stay at the apartments fariones. The staff are very friendly and the apartments are spotless.On arrival there was a bowl of fruit and a bottle of wine in our room. The room was cleaned every day and fresh towels were also given by the very friendly cleaning staff.They are very central,right beside the old town and close to all restraunts and bars. I would highly recomend it will return there on my next visit. The only down side was if you like a fry for brekkie its not great but theres pleanty of everything else.

Geraldine Doyle, dublin
Mature Couple (36+)

when i there the staff was just great anything you wanted they gave it to me.The food was so lovely i would defenitaly recomend it to everyone x x x x

amber sutcliffe, ireland
Family with Children 11 and Under

These apartments can not be faulted. They are in between the Old Town & the New Town, kept absolutely spotless & 2 mins from the beach. . Just beware that all apartments do not have air con. Two times that i have stayed there, we have been lucky enough to have it but wouldn't like to be there in 30 degree heat with no air con! Staff are very friendly too & i think there is a great spread for breakfast! Only fault I would have is how small the pool area is, it is quite packed by 10am.

Fiona, Ireland
Young Couple (18-35)

Just come back from a week at Fariones Apartments, Great Stay. One bedroom apartment, very clean and spacious, all what you need for a week holiday. Breakfast included, it was great, so much choice. Staff is very helpful and very welcoming. Location, very good between old town and new town. Few minutes walking to all amenities without being in the busy streets. Will go back.

Ana, Ealing
Young Couple (18-35)

First time with alpharooms.com Everything went smoothly and according to plan. Been to apartments before. In a good position but new sewerage works outside front door is a minor nuisance for the next few weeks. Eating out seems expensive from previous years, probably due to £ weakness against Euro. Look for special offers. Pity they don't do half-board as the breakfats are very good. Very quiet in resort due to recession, could be some bargain offers on hols! Would recommend these apartments.

Paul Lum, Hull. East Yorkshire
Mature Couple (36+)

We were very impressed with these apartments, the apartments were spotless, the breakfast was super with choice for all - fruits, cereals, breads, pastries, hot food, etc etc. The only downside was that we required a 2 bed apt which was up steps which was bit awkward with 2 young kids & buggies - no lifts, however there was no apartments over our block which was a plus. The poolside is a little small and dangerous with a 2yr old running around and the kiddies pool is not heated and was freezing. All in all we had a great holiday at these apartments and the staff were more than helpful and left us keep one of the apartments (we had grandparents next to us in another apt) on check out day as our flight was not until late evening. The new town in Puerto Del Carmon was complete disaster as a new sewerage system is being put in place and the whole place is being dug up, not a place for our buggies with dust, noise and no footpaths, we stuck mainly to the old town because of this which was a pity. Our two little girls had a great holiday and would recommend the fariones apartments and alpharooms.com as it was my first time booking accomodation and flights separately.

Aoife, Cork, Ireland
Family with Children 11 and Under

Just got back from a week in Puerto Del Carmen, Stayed at these apartments and couldn't really fault them. Very well situated and the best apartments we have stayed in (We've been five times) It is definelty worth the extra they cost. Breakfast was really good plenty of choice. Swimming pool is a bit on the small side but fine for the numbers this time of year. I would imagine it would get very crowded around pool in Summer time. The actual apartments are well finished with all the amenities you require, plus flat screen tv, they are cleaned every day by attentive staff. If I had to find one fault it would be that the walls in the apartments are very slim and you can hear the apartments above and below you, but I believe that this is common in most holiday apartment blocks. Overall I would highly recommend these apartments. Warning: Lanzarote is currently being dug up at the moment, the whole road from the casino to Linekers bar is being worked on and is not expected to be finished until April 09, very difficult for parents with buggies, only one side of the pavement is open, nightmare.

Michael Flaherty, Kerry, Ireland
Mature Couple (36+)

These apartments are excellent good location for old town promanade and beach. We had just a few days holiday left this year and decided it would be good to get a little winter sun. There wasn't that much sun but was warm enough to enjoy eating breakfast at the fariones outside most mornings. The breakfast was 1st class a great selection. Our apartment was spotless and well cleaned every day The welcome basket of fruit /water and wine was a nice little suprise on arrival. I would highly recommend these apartments .

Evelyn McMillen, Ballymena N.Ireland
Mature Couple (36+)

This will be our eighth year going back for Christmas, the weather is usually like our late summer, we have seen all the island so we just relax at the beach. The staff are very pleasant and helpful and the apartments have always been kept clean.

Paul & mary, dublin
Mature Couple (36+)

Excellent from start to finish. Check in handled smoothly even though we arrived at 1am. Apartment spotless and fruit and wine to welcome guests appreciated. Pool good size and towels available. Breakfast for all tastes and as with everything else excellent quality. Apartments cleaned daily. Pleasant bar for a quiet drink at the end of the day. I have been to Lanzarote many times and this is by far the best accommodation I have stayed in. Will return

George Keatley, Co Down Northern Ireland
Mature Couple (36+)

Just Back, 10 Days!,had Air con as requested, wine and fruit on arrival... Pool is a good size and never went without loungers!!Staff very friendly spotlessly clean, maid service every day! Very Quiet would reccomend for the more mature couple not familys as activities are on a very small scale!! Centrally located between old and new town, beach about 5minute walk! Would stay again.

Helen, Dublin,Ireland
Young Couple (18-35)

Just back from these apartments, stayed for 2 weeks, very good, spotlessly clean and very well ran. Fruit & Wine left for us on our arrival & a vase of roses. Would definitely stay again. Our little daughter loved it.

Amanda Dorman, Limerick, Ireland
Other

As per usual we were treated with pure professionalism, this is our 3rd year going, we will be back for a 4th! :) Place is so clean and the staff at reception remembered us!!! Amazing

Eileen & Paddy, Mayo
Mature Couple (36+)

Stayed in the fariones aparts for 9 nights, cant fault anything, they are spotless cleaned everyday, excellent location, great staff, definitely stay their again.

Laura Foran, Ireland, Meath
Young Couple (18-35)

Just arrived back from a ten day stay in these apts,found the staff very nice and helpfull, the breakfast had something for everyone and the rooms were always kept spotless, will be returning

john, dublin
Family with Children 11 and Under

We have stayed here several times and knowing the are and many complexes having been going to Pto del carmen for over 25 years, cannot be bettered for wuality, location and service. I was wary of booking with a internet company in the beginning but now have every confidence in Alpharooms, have recommended often to others.

Pamela Boorman, England
Mature Couple (36+)

Very welcoming reception staff. 2 bed apartment was very spacious. Whole apartment was spotless. Complimentary wine and fruit on arrival. House keeping called every afternoon when we were, not one knock on the door the whole time we where there. Great location. Would definitely go back.

Eadaoin, Dublin
Young Couple (18-35)

January 2008....Excellent apartments..clean, comfortable, spacious, nice big balcony with wrought iron furniture which could be more comfortable, and not much of a view. Breakfast was superb. Staff are friendly from reception to the cleaning ladies. Location excellent for both the lively 'strip', and the more traditional harbour area (which has just started a 3yr upgrade project). 5 minutes from the Biosphere shopping centre. Good value with Alpharooms, local price is 116euros per night for a couple!

Mick Drury, South Yorkshire
Mature Couple (36+)

We stayed at these apartments last year and found them to be excellent, and this year they've even improved. Lovely breakfast, apartments incredibly clean, very efficient and nice staff. My only complaint would be that not all of the apartments have air-conditioning and that the TV only has three channels in English, all of which are news channels. However, I would thoroughly recommend these apartments.

Sue Hudson, London, England
Mature Couple (36+)

Apartments were just fab, really clean and bright, very comfortable, really central to main street and staff were very friendly, cant wait to go back.

Tara McCarthy, Ireland
Group of Young Friends/Couples

We absolutely loved this complex it was fabolous, couldnt fault anything the reception staff on arrival were so helpful. A lovely gesture on arrival to ur appartment a bottle of wine and some fresh fruit. One of our party celebrated her birthday while on holiday and when we came back to the appartment after the beach there was a massive birthday cake in a box in the fridge and a lovely letter from management and staff to wish her a happy birthday, thought this was just a lovely gesture (where would you get it) The rooms were spotless clean, towels were changed every day and the towels were fine big towels not like in some places there tiny. Our maid was so pleasant. Our flight was 8am so we were leaving about 5.30am they put on some breky for us b 4 we left (nice gesture again) So overall 10 out of 10 cant wait to go back had a fab holiday !!!!! THANK YOU

karen whelan, Ireland
Young Couple (18-35)

We had a great stay in the Fariones Apatments in July 07. Service was excellent from the bar right through to the housekeeping, all staff were very pleasant. Ideal for families poolside was a little cramped but as we had no famiy with us we used the Fariones Hotel Poolside which was great. Would have no problem recommending these apartments. I would love to see air conditioning in the rooms as it got very hot although you had a fan in the bedroom its not enough for July/August.

Anne, Dublin
Mature Couple (36+)

apartments spacious and very clean maid service daily pool area very restricted and the sunbeds were very uncomfortable and in short supply.Breakfast was reasonable but a little repetetive and entertainment was non existent.Satff were very polite at all times but not overly friendly. The big gripe we had was the appts are located on a very steep hill the footpaths were in very bad repair and became quite dangerous when the rains came.

je dublin, Dublin Ireland
Mature Couple (36+)

Great location, near old town for good restaurants and beach close by. What more do you want? V clean. Breakfast is wonderful. Would definitely consider visiting again.

C Cullen, London
Young Couple (18-35)

I have stayed in these appertments before .Expetionally clean .Well run Staff very nice .Comfortable rooms Great Pool .
Our flight was not untill late in the evening .And we had to vacate the room .But the receptionest let us leave our Bagage secured and have the use of another room for showering after a day relaxing by the pool .Will defnitely stay again I would give it 5*****.Well done guys keep up the good work.The only down side is the sun beds are to short and not very comfortable while lying down wards .No cushions like the other groups hotel .
I sugest buy you own Lilo at local supermarket .The loungers are also quite close to each other .

Frank KEOHANE, Limerick Ireland
Other

due to my wifes health problems we requested and were given a room with air conditioning.the staff at reception were always attentive: friendly and courtious at all times.the breakfast was excellent and the waitressess greeted us every morning with a big spanish good morning.We retired to the bar every night for a few drinks and were looked after by the excellent bar staff.Antonio the bar man could not do enough for us.(mind you his singing left a lot to be desired)a very nice man indeed.MY wife and i have already booked into the fariones or next august and the months cannot pass to soon.SIGNED thomas a very happy costomer.

thomas gannon., kilkenny city ireland
Mature Couple (36+)

My husband and I stayed at the Apartment Fariones for a week at the start of August. We had a fabulous time. We stayed on the third floor (which is the top floor). We did not have a great view from the balcony but it was very quiet. There was a basket of fruit and a half bottle of wine on arrival with compliments from the hotel (a very nice gesture). The breakfast was fantastic, it is a buffet service with freshly squeezed orange juice and sparkling wine!!!( if you are into it at that hour of the morning.) All the staff were very friendly. The rooms were cleaned daily, however on one occassion we left one of the key cards in the electricity socket and when we returned to our room the maid had taken it away. Not impressed. Our room had a good fan system but even without it there was a fabulous breeze which also kept the room cool in the high temperatures of August. The kitchen had all the utensils that you would need for a holiday including a microwave. The television had the usual english channels, sky news, eurosport, bbc world. The only downside to the hotel that I found was that the evening entertainment was limited and the hotel stopped serving food at 3.30pm in the afternoon which I felt was a bit early. It was also a bit of a rush to get a sunbed in the morning, if you weren't at the pool by 9.30am, it would be very hard to get a sunbed. The location of the hotel was fantastic, out the door and to the right was the old town and to the left was the new town, it couldn't have been better located. Overall we had a fantastic time and will definitely be going back again. PS. I would definitely recommend a visit to the Ranch Texas Park, it is fantastic especially the Parrot show.

Linda, Ireland
Young Couple (18-35)

Apartments were in a great location between the strip and the old town. It was also 5 minutes walk from the beach. The apartments were spotlessly clean, the staff friendly with a wide choice of food for breakfast.  There is also a security gate on the complex with 24 hour CCTV. I would highly recommend it and will probably go back there in the future

Sheena Cadogan, South Wales
Family with teenagers 12+

Excellent accomodation, we arrived approx mid-day and were able to check-in immediately. Requested a top floor apartment with air-con (not all apartments have air-con)and were given one. Breakfast is very very good, selection of cereals, fruit, breads, pastries, juices(+sparkling wine/cava), cold meats and bacon/sausage/beans/mushrooms/fried, boiled and scrambled eggs/potatoes. Room was cleaned and towels changed every day.
We used towels from reception (12 Euro deposit/towel) and also spent a few afternoons at the beach/pool of Fariones Hotel which had cushions on their sunbeds - the sunbeds at the Apartments Fariones did not, and were a little uncomfortable while laying on your front! We booked independently using Alpharooms, Thomsonfly.com for the flights and AutoReisen for car hire and reckon we saved £££'s compared to brochure package.
We would recommend these apartments to anyone, especially if you want to meet some Irish Holidaymakers - it seemed 80% of people staying there were Irish! Location is also very good between old and new parts of PDC, a taxi from apartments to the Casino was 2.5 Euro.

Tynewydd Export, South Wales
Mature Couple (36+)

Outstanding apartments. High quality fittings, linen, towels etc. Incredible breki...... delicious freshly squeezed orange juice and as much as you want!Service with a smile. A bit tight around the pool as regards lying out but we were not using that faciliy.
Best 3*** accommodation we have come across-every bit as good as 4****.

C. O'Reilly, Dublin
Group of Mature Friends/Couples

The fariones apts are a very good base for families, and couples alike, They are ideally suited for people who prefer to be close to the attractions but far enough away from the noise at night, The apts are situated close to the main strip in del carmen and only 5 mins walk to the harbour in the old town, It is very good value for money and the breakfasts were everything you need to set you up for the day, We were told about this propertyy by friends and will return again in the summer

NICK THOMAS, SHROPSHIRE/ ENGLAND
Group of Young Friends/Couples

immaculate apartments, immaculate pool area and good breakfast we went april 19th for a week for my 50th birthday and there was a birthday cake for me when we got back to our room after being out for the day, how lovely was that? weather not brilliant but we still came back with a tan. everything about the place was great and would definately stay at the apts. fariones again.

lynn johnson, durham england
Mature Couple (36+)

location ideal for access to old and new towns but are situated on incline.  staff friendly and helpful apartments and grounds very well maintained pool sunbeds not comfortable .overall we
.enjoyed these apartments and we will return.

barbara hudson, dublin/ireland
Mature Couple (36+)

Really enjoyed the holiday, superb apartments, great location, great food.

Julie Mills, Bolton/England
Mature Couple (36+)

This was the second stay at the apartment Fariones (Oct 06) and it was as good as before with one plus, we had Aircon this time around. (Not all rooms have aircon)

The cleanliness of the apartment was good and enough space for the two of us; if you wish to cook then two electric rings and a microwave are provided.

The location of the apartments is ideal for beach (5min), Old and New towns (15 & 5 min, note a 30-40 minute stroll will get you to the far end of the New). The walk to the Old part does involve some minor hills but there is a good selection of restaurants with many overlooking the sea.

The breakfast could get a little conjested but we also had the added problem that they started work building on the patio area which had to be cordoned off and they had to move the outside eating area into some of the sunbathing area. This then had an effect on the available space to sunbathe.(No warning of this work prior to arrival)

All that aside the little touches the Apartments provide, free fruit and wine on first day and the overall friendliness of the staff I would recommend this apartment to others.

Peter Mullin, Liverpool
Mature Couple (36+)

Travelled 4.08.05 for 2 weeks.  Apartments were spacious and very clean.  Lacked air conditioning but was provided with extra fan within 30mins of asking.  Staff of the highest quality.  Location excellent, good for the old and new town but on a steep incline so if you have trouble getting around might not be such a good idea.  5mins walk to the beach.  Would highly recommend it.

Jane Ostrowski, Harrow, Middlesex
Family with teenagers 12+

I have to say that I never bother with these things. However these aartments are one of the best I have been to. The service was second to none. Even when they make a mistake they turn it into a positive. Would recommend to anyone, Howhever is on a rather large hill if you have trouble getting around.Great place though.

Steven Samuel, London
Family with Children 11 and Under

Excellent apartment, attractive, clean pool with plenty of loungers.
Good, central position close to the old harbour and main shopping street. Not noisy. Parking is on road at back of hotel.
Good selection for breakfast although seating can be a slight problem after 9.00 am. unless you wish to eat on the paved area overlooking the pool.
Helpful, friendly staff.
We and others visit this hotel year after year.
No known problems.

Denis Owen, West Sussex
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