3 nights at Caspel May 2008
17 May 2008
hotel fairly clean and tidy,almost all of the staff were excellent and so helpfull. Unfortunately the so called hot food at breakfast and dinner was dreadfull, no variety,and what was on offer looked as if it had been reheated day after day,had paid for half board,total waste of money as on the day I did eat dinner there, was dreadfully ill for hours,complained to reception and was assured things would improve,but if anything it was worse next day, That is only reason I will not be staying there again.Lady over 60
Rose Roycroft, Wexford Ireland
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Weekend at the Caspel
31 January 2008
Hotel clean and tidy food was very poor only had an evening meal there once in 3 nights complained to manager who offered us a free drink and lunch breakfast ok no cups availabble and they wanted us to drink from cereal bowls not good catering staff very unhelpful hotel good location just give the food a miss
Kathryn, N wales
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GREAT BASS FOR SHORT WEEKEND
10 November 2007
had a fantastic time when stayed at the caspel though the resortof salou was mainly closed their was still a lot to do the hotel itself sits on a bit of a hill rooms are nicely decorated and very comfortable with minibar in the room hotel has indoor and outdoor pool but you could not use the outdoor pool at this timeof year because it was cold the food here was the same everynight with the exception for the meat or the fish nice and tasty anyway all in all great place to stay and i would happily stay here again
brian and mary , belfast
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My Salou Stay in the Caspel
29 October 2007
The hotel was clean and well kept, breakfast was mainly continental but had plenty of food available including cereals, breads, cold meats, cheeses, juices and coffee. Staff were helpful and spoke reasonable English. I would stay here again and have no hesitation in recomending Hotel Caspel to anyone.
Denis Conway, Donegal, Ireland
Mature Couple (36+)
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hotel caspel
15 October 2007
value for money, and close to all amenities.
staff friendly and helpful, have stayed
here before and would do so again.
tom lynn, scotland
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Review of 'Caspel'
25 March 2007
The hotel was cheap and close to the centre of Salou, the rooms were good but no maid service just replacement toilet rolls, we stayed here half board and the food was poor in choice and quality in the evenings, breakfast was a little better. The hotel has an indoor pool which was nice, due to the time of year the bar only opened for 4 hours in the evening. We would not stay here again, been to other hotels in Salou and had much better service and food.
Joanne Mewes, Northamptonshire/England
Group of Mature Friends/Couples
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Review of 'Caspel'
25 March 2007
As the others have said,the hotel was clean and for the money we paid(£50 for 3 of us for 4 nights full board)we think it was a bargain.The downside was the food,cold to luke warm and repetitive,fortunatly they have a microwave so you can heat it up for yourself,same applies to the morning tea & coffee.Also what helped to spoil it was they had about 45 teenagers from Ireland booked in who ran amok till approx.3am and the staff didnt seem interested in stopping it.
J.Wilkins, Liverpool/England
Group of Mature Friends/Couples
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Review of 'Caspel'
15 March 2007
we went to the Caspel hotel in march 07,this is the 2nd time going there, rooms are clean and roomy,its a nice clean place to stay but we found that this time the food was not palletable we ate out at breakfast and dinner.hotel staff friendly enough,but we found that the bar was only open a few hours during the day,and from 7.30pm - 11.00pm.only 1 member of staff was ever there to serve so it was quite a wait for drinks.there is no early breakfast for those leaving early in the morning,our pick up was at 7.35am and i would have liked a cup of tea first.i know this is just on the edge of the opening season but as its one of a few hotels open its okay if you just want a short break.on the good side the weather was great so we made the most of it, and by the time we slinked back into the hotel, we were ready for nothing else only bed.ZZZZzzzzzz
DOREEN COPE, stoke on trent staffs
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'Caspel'
26 February 2007
Just come back from the Caspel. Room was clean ,food was good and hot. The down side was it is on a bit of a hill and the hotel it's self would not be good for disabeld becouse of the steps. Would go back for a weekend only.
Anthony Mannion, Warrington
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'Caspel'
20 February 2007
For the price we paid (£27 each for 2 days full board)the Hotel Caspel was fine.
Only complaint would be food as could have been bit more choice of decent meat(not fatty lamb etc).
Other than that the Hotel is good enough for a short stay.
JIM LAFFERTY, EDINBURGH
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Review of 'Caspel'
19 February 2007
Having read reviews on this hotel only after i had booked i was expecting a poor hotel. This was not the case the hotel was a good place to stay, the staff were very freindly and helpful. Rooms were basic but very clean just what you need after all we were only sleeping there not spending all day in them.Food was not to my personal liking but i am a fussy eater, my partner had no problem with anything set out and there is a microwave the heat anything up if not warm enough.All in all a good hotel and would stay there again.
phil martin, Belfast
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'Caspel'
15 February 2007
Hotel staff were very helpful, room basic but no complaints, food plain but edible, location ideal for walking but as the hotel is halfway up a steep hill it may not be suitable for anyone with walking problems, close to public transport, short transfer time to airport. Overall a very pleasant stay.
Penny Crossland, Liverpool
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'Caspel'
13 February 2007
Hotel and bedroom were clean, and for £14 per night, who can ask for more? Also, good location with sea views.6th time using Alpharooms, and you always get a bargain and great service. Where else could you get dinner, B&B for this price?
However, food at the Caspel was very poor(ate out mostly)breakfast and dinner limited choices and only warm(ish)and everything covered in grease!
The staff we saw were OK but disinterested. Weather was fantastic for this time of year, so didnt have to stay in the hotel too much anyway Would not stay here again, but there are some other hotels with Alpharooms in the vicinity that look much better!
mark thompson, Leicester
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'Caspel'
09 February 2007
We found the Hotel to be very central . For the money you are paying it was excellent. W had no problem with the food and found the staff to be helpful and friendly. Only one small complaint the food could be a bit warmer other than that we enjoyed our stay.
Suzanne Radose, Airdrie/Scotland
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'Caspel'
02 February 2007
The hotel Caspel in Salou was clean and had good facilities e.g the indoor pool,sauna and gym.
The bedrooms were spacious and well enough presented.
However the main let down was the food.
The food was not hot enough which can be as everyone knows dangerous and there was not a great deal of choice for the main meals.
Some of the food was poorly cooked and basic kitchen hygeine standards were not adhered to.The scrambled egg was black as a metal serving spoon was being used to serve it with causing contammination of the egg.
The egg was also nearly cold.
The lady who appeared to organise/manage the resturaunt knew that breakfast food was needing to be replenished e.g. bacon and eggs ,sausage etc but instead preffered to ensure that the bread rolls were stacked neatly avoiding repelenishing the food that people wanted to eat possibly looking to save money.
The fresh orange always seemed to be "out of order" and the cofee machine did not have tea or coffee one of the mornings I went.
The resturaunt lady also seemed over friendly with some guests and outwardly hostile toward others.
We sampled some of the food and decided to eat out in the local resturaunts.
Would I go back to the Caspel?I have to say No.
Would I recommend it?No again.
I met and spoke witn some of the other guests who felt exactly the same.I would be disappointed if Alphrooms.com did not act on this review and investigate the suitability of this hotel and the potetially dangerous effects underheated food could have on its paying customers.
I have always wrote reviews for all hotels I have stayed in and have never had cause to write such a review however I am compelled to share my recent experience with all Alphrooms.com customers so that they too are not dissapointed by staying at the Caspel.
Lucy, Motherwell,Scotland
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Review of 'Caspel'
29 January 2007
Rooms were not ready by 1.00pm on day of arrival, booked a double but that would not be ready till after 2.00pm, so opted for twin. Nowhere to get anything to eat or drink until 7.00pm when the bar opened.
In the restaurant for evening meal, not much choice either salad or lukewarm fish or chicken, tea and coffee not available at evening meal, breakfast only. Breakfast fare not much better, stayed 3 days and I never had a hot meal.
No entertainment, this hotel is best suited to business people, who want to use the conference facilities and the pool, gym and sauna.
No early breakfast on day of departure, although they know that the pickup for the flight is 7.35, a picnic can be ordered, but is more suitable for lunch.
Will not be recommending, lost count of how many residents walked in to the restaurant took one look at food and walked straight out.
Best thing was the sea view.
Teejay, Barnsley, England
Group of Mature Friends/Couples
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Review of 'Caspel'
26 January 2007
Food was tepid at best. Other than that the hotel was clean, friendly and close to all the pubs/ restaurants open at this time of year.
Howard, stirling
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Review of 'Caspel'
23 January 2007
hotel was very clean and the food was lovely. the indoor pool and sauna's were very relaxing seeing as it was winter outside. the hotel is on a slight hill which we did'nt find a problem in january , although I am sure it would be a struggle during the hot summer months. the staff where pleasant and we would definitely stay here again in the future.
debbie brearley, merseyside england
Group of Mature Friends/Couples
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Review of 'Caspel'
19 January 2007
I was a bit apprehensive about this hotel as it was so cheap and the reviews I had read were mixed but I would recommend this hotel. The rooms were very clean, the breakfast was excellent , a choice to suit everyone, eggs, bacon, cold meats, cheese, cereal, juice,fresh fruit....need I go on. The lunch and dinner although not so good were adequate and the desserts were really nice. Also soup and bread available so there was something for everyone.
A bonus is the indoor heated pool and there is a sauna and gym also. There is an outside pool and it was very clean, it was being cleaned when we were there. We only paid £58 for two of us for 2 days full board and you could not ask for anymore for your money. Here we pay more than that for room only at an hotel. The hotel is very near the beach and close to the centre. There is also a bus which leaves from outside Reus airport and takes you to the door of the hotels and collects you on the way back for only 11.20 euros.
We will definitely return here in the very near future.
Elizabeth Wason, Scotland
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'Caspel'
15 January 2007
Stayed at this hotel recently out of season.
No proper meal choice, food adequate, rooms adequate.
Hotel OK if no other available.
janet duxbury, Cheshire .England.
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'Caspel'
19 December 2006
Friendly hotel and staff very friendly. Food suitable to all.I would recommend to anyone looking for a clean friendly place handy for beach and shops.
e. moore, n. ireland
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'Caspel'
09 December 2006
The Hotel is clean and very friendly. Meals are buffet style with plenty of choice. The hotel itself is in a very central location with a short walk to the centre of the resort, there is a small incline when returning to the hotel. I Would recommend the Caspel to anyone wishing to stay in salou.
Anne Sneddon, Bothwell/Scotland
Mature Couple (36+)
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nice place
30 November 2006
hotel is friendly rooms clean indoor pool great for winter breaks great hotel
debbie, liverpool england
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'Caspel'
25 November 2006
lovely hotel, good food and lovely big rooms. nice views.
susan, kent england
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Review of 'Caspel'
16 November 2006
this hotel was very clean rooms were clean and well equiped. we went for 2 nights without our three children the first time for us. the only thing i will say that this hotel is not very good for children there was no entertainment and the bar did not open till 19:00 and u could not even get a coffee! the food was good at breakfast but the evening meal was not so good, but overall this was a nice hotel! maybe it will be better in the summer for entertainment!
laura wise, keighley/ england
Young Couple (18-35)
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hotel villa romana in salou
16 November 2006
the hotel was spotless lots of clean towels. kids enjoyed the kids club plently to do . food was fine staff all very helpful we will be going back again.
fiona aldridge, kilwinning scotland
Family with Children 11 and Under
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Review of 'Caspel'
22 October 2006
We have just spent 3 nights in the Caspel Hotel, it is handy for the beach, buses, shops. The food is adiquet for the stay if you like garlic. It is a bit noisey outside. When we come again I would book B&B insted of half board as we are not likers of garlic or olive oil,apart from that it was good
shirley peacock, Hunstanton /england
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'Caspel'
01 October 2006
The hotel was ok so much as the rooms were clean, maid service and clean towels, the location of the hotel was great 5 mins walk if that, you could see the beach from the hotel.
The worst part of the holiday was the food I thought it was really inedible no choice at all and what food was put out did not appeal at all we ate out... the pool was not cleaned why we were there and found it to be very dirty indeed.
But........ saying that you cant expect diamonds when you pay for stones a 3night stay Half board cost £82 so cant really complain too much, it's a base which is all we really required.
David Cairns, Wigan, England
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'Caspel'
20 September 2006
The caspel hotel is a very clean and comfortable hotel where the staff are nice and friendly. The staff all spoke good english and were helpful.
The rooms were cleaned daily and had a mini bar and air conditioning.
The swimming pool is quite small but not bad and there is a small indoor pool and sauna's downstairs.
The food was a buffet breakfast with cereals, hams, cheeses, breads, toast, juices, coffes fresh fruit bacon, beans etc. and was fine. The location of the caspel is excellent located less than a 5 minute stroll from the beach and shops. While you should'nt be expecting the Ritz it is perfect for the holiday maker that goes to the beach for the day, shops and eats out in the evening etc.I would certainly go back there for what proved a very enjoyable and good value stay.
Sean, Waterford, Ireland
Young Couple (18-35)
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Review of 'CASPEL'
11 July 2006
Myself and my boyfriend stayed here for a week in July 2005. The hotel is nice and clean. The staff were very friendly. There is airconditioning in all the rooms, however it was very noisy and sometimes didn't work. The food was buffet style and the choice wasn't great we ended up eating out most nights. The pool was a small size, forget about trying to sunbath,as you were lucky to fit your sun lounger around the pool without hitting a bush ! the location was good, 5 min walk to the beach and the main shopping strip, there was a bit of a steep hill but you got used to it. There are other hotels for the same price worth considering instead.
Carol-Anne, Dublin/Ireland
Young Couple (18-35)
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Fantastic Location
03 July 2006
Basic accommodation but pleasant and clean. Excellent value for money.
Martine Kisielewicz, Dublin, Ireland
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'CASPEL'
12 June 2006
On the whole the room was very basic. No mirror in the room only in bathroom. We were not given any details with regard to procedures in the dining room - we were not told where to get drinks whilst dining - we were not even asked if we would like a drink! The food was cold (pork steak) and if you didn't like chips hard luck. The pool was absolutely freezing cold and not a lot of space for the sun beds.
Christine Atkins, London, England
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Review of 'CASPEL'
12 June 2006
Overall great value for money. Rooms cleaned everyday, towels changed as often as you wanted. Breakfast was good but evening meal was basically the same every night but considering what your paying you can't complain. Location very central but you are on a small hill. There are some good bars and cafes just around the corner of the hotel, so unless you want to go down to the beach you can avoid the hill.
Jane, SLOUGH
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'CASPEL'
08 May 2006
Spent 3 nights in Hotel. Very good value. Food is buffet style and not always the best but for the price it is still super value.Eat out 2 of the nights. Rooms clean and tidy and well maintained.Will return for more weekends.
Caroline O'Connor, kildare, Ireland
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'CASPEL'
03 May 2006
The Caspel was ok, would go again. The room was a bit small but we managed. It was cleaned daily, fresh towels.
The meals were alright if your not too fussy. Plenty of food to choose from, continental and hot breakfast and dinner was varied. We have a 19 mth boy, the highchairs in dining room were not safe, as you had to attach it under the table.
The staff were friendly enough.
Overall, not bad value for money.
Geraldine Carter, Leominster, Herefordshire
Family with Children 11 and Under
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caspel
27 April 2006
a basic but clean hotel. staff wher friendly. the range of food was a bit limited but it was ok.hotel bar was friendly and clean.pool area was small but clean. overall hotel was gud 5 min walk to beach. i would use this hotel again for a short break.
dave, wigan/england
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'CASPEL'
22 April 2006
Great hotel used it last year for a stag do decided to return this yr with wife. Great choice of food both for breakfast and evening meal staff very friendly hotel is in a good position for local ammeneties we are looking at going again with kids would definately recomend hotel to anyone.
Mr Ian Watson, Colne/England
Mature Couple (36+)
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A review of Hotel Caspel and Salou
13 April 2006
A good central place to stay. The hotel is located 5 minutes to the beach and restaurants ( very steep walk up to the hotel). There is a good bus service to get around Salou. At the airport there is a bus service available to your hotel. The hotel is clean and basic. The food good but not fantastic and includes no detail as to what dish it is. Half board includes breakfast and dinner so you are not tied to the hotel during the day, but you have to pay for your drinks at dinner time. The hotel has an indoor pool, which was freezing and the outside pool is not available until May. Overall a good stay and would stay there again. Very good value for money.
Frances , Ilford, Essex
Family with Children 11 and Under
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Review of 'CASPEL'
09 April 2006
i sent my own mother to your hotel for her birthday as a gift from us. she was delighted with her present and praised the hotel on how beautifully set out it was how fantastic the senary was and how helpful all the staff was i can only thank you on her behalf for giving her the holiday she wanted.
Catherine Spencer, North Wales uk
Family with teenagers 12+
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Review of 'CASPEL'
07 April 2006
We 4 elderly relatives have just been to the Caspel for 10 days,we found the staff very good but very thin on the ground.The dining room was a shambles at times ,not enough filling up or clearing away. We came to the conclusion that they did'nt have the food to fill up with.The breakfast was always cold,the cereals were chilrens choc balls ,we asked but nothing else appeard.We never sawthe famous Spanish salad bar no toms or cucum or onionsor lettuce.
The disabled were not caterd for we had a wheelchair passenger the ramps OK but we could not get the chair inthe toiletor bathrooms.
The indoor pool we thought to use for exercise was for people over 5ft7ins tall ,we could'nt use that either,these things really should be addressed.Would not go again.
Irene Hirst, Shropshire
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'CASPEL'
26 March 2006
Excellent hotel! Excellent value for money! The hotel was very clean with good size rooms and the staff were really friendly and helpful. The food was superb with plenty of variety for all tastes. The hotel was ideally situated being just a short walk from the beach and the resort centre but just far enough away to enjoy peace and quiet if needed although Salou is fairly quiet during march anyway. We enjoyed a lovely four night break in the Caspel and I would not hesitate to use this hotel again if I was visiting the area.
Mr A K Quigley, Rotherham/South Yorks/England
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'CASPEL'
24 March 2006
NICE HOTEL, CLEAN, NICE STAFF, FOOD NOT BAD COULD HAVE MORE CHOICE OF HOT MEAT, BUILDING WORKS NOT TO BAD, WOULD STAY AGAIN
JILL BIRD, ESSEX
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'CASPEL'
14 March 2006
an excellent basic hotel
very clean and in a good location
food was basic buffet style , good salad bar and a choice of 3 hot dishes 9(meat fish and a lasagne). food not very hot but there was a microwave provided. overall a good hotel for very little money.
mick, preston
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'CASPEL'
13 March 2006
No problems at all. The staf were freindly and efficient. Rooms were clean.
Julian Chappell, Croydon/England
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Review of 'CASPEL'
11 March 2006
Great value hotel.
Clean and roomy rooms and central to the shops and beach.
Restaurant choice wasn´t great if you do not like sea food.
Lady in charge of the restaurant not the freindliest. But this will not stop us returning.
L O´Connell, Dublin Ireland
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'CASPEL'
07 March 2006
little below expectation but this down to it still being out of season. Staff helpful and friendly if a little stretched given number of guests, couple of large parties staying.Would consider
staying again but a little later in season.
paul, merseyside
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'CASPEL'
20 February 2006
We stayed at the caspel in Feb 2006. The hotel is well situated with only a short distance to the beach and all shops and nightlife. The hotel was clean and the rooms were spacious. The meals were a buffet with a good choice for both breakfast and dinner. I have a 6 and 4 year old so I think there could of been a better choice at dinner times for children. I would definitely book the Caspel hotel again as it was great value for money in a great location.
Patricia Whelan, Wexford/ Ireland
Family with Children 11 and Under
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Review of 'CASPEL'
13 February 2006
amazing hotel,friendly staff,food great & plentyful,very impressed by everything,no hesitation in booking again in the future.
mr h trowsdale, essex, england
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'CASPEL'
07 January 2006
hotel was very clean. friendly staff food was good rooms are good size
debbie johnson, liverpool/england
Mature Couple (36+)
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Review of 'CASPEL'
21 November 2005
Never having visited salou before, and doing so at a very short notice, we put every faith in the description of the hotel described on the alpha rooms home pages. On arriving at the hotel we found it to be more than adequate for our 3 night stay. The outdoor pool was not in service but we did not expect it to be in November, however we took advantage of the indoor pool facility and found it fine.
The restaurant offered a better than avarage breakfast selection that was available to 10am and also served an evening meal should you require. The bar was spacious and relaxed.
The room itself had everything we required, although could have had tea/coffee making facilities. The bed was comfy and the ensuite shower/toilet was clean.
Only a 5min walk from the beach, we would certainly stay here again. In all, very good value for money
peter davies, anglesey
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