Insotel Club Tarida Playa

A lovely hotel, perfectly geared up for families with young children. Our 3 year old son, Freddie, had the time of his life. He was excited about the evening Mini-Disco from the moment he woke up in the morning, until the moment he went to sleep. Lorenzo and the rest of the staff are very welcoming, very friendly and an absolute credit to this hotel. Lorenzo is particularly brilliant with the children (he runs the kids club), although I think he might have felt as though he had a stalker by the end of the week, as every single time Freddie saw him, he would wave and shout, "Hello Lorenzo!!!". But he always gave a wave and a smile back, even after the 100th time! The hotel all-inclusive food really is very good, with so many different options at every meal time. There was a daily choice of stew dish with a further choice of potatoes and veg options. Alternatively, there was a grill option, with a daily fish or meat option. On top of that a salad bar, breads, pickles, cheeses, fruit, cakes and other deserts. Or pasta, pizza, chips and nuggets for the less adventurous. I'm struggling to understand the reviews that say there was a lack of choice! The outside bar was fantastic too and the service from the staff was first-class. Estrella on tap, good wines, branded spirits, unlimited ice-creams and an all-inclusive cocktail menu (would usually cost about 7 Euros each)! The day-time snacks from the bar are a little basic, but very tasty. There's also one of two drinks machines here (the other near reception), where you can self-serve soft drinks/coffee/tea/juice etc. We booked a suite style room with a separate room/bed, in the newer part of the main hotel. I'd recommend these rooms as it gives you a lot more space and they have been recently renovated. The room wasn't spectacular, but very functional and clean, which is all you need. They also have Channels 1-5, CBeebies and a few more UK channels, which is useful when trying to get dressed with small children! The beach can get very busy, but is definitely worth a wander down to from the hotel (about 20 steps down to it). The sea is lovely, but careful of the jellyfish if you have a paddle! You can avoid the steps and the deepest sand by going down the hill and walking along a wooden walkway, a perfect place to view the spectacular sun-sets. There is a bar and restaurant on the beach too (with a cigarette machine for those interested). There is one shop in the local area, other than a very small, expensive shop as part of the beach restaurant/bar. It's a mini-market type shop, about a 10 minute walk up quite a steep hill (out of the main hotel door, turn left), which helped to work off all the food. There is little you will need to buy there that you can't get at the hotel, but they do sell small toys/souvenirs and pool accessories, amongst many other things. The bus stop for busses to San Antonio etc. is also around the back of this shop. It takes about 30 mins to San Antonio and costs about 3 Euros each (kids under 4 are free). We really did have a great time and would definitely think about coming back. The only criticism of the hotel I can have is that the pool was a little cold before it had the chance to warm up in the sun (they aren't heated) and it was a bit remote, but to be honest, everything else was so nice it didn't matter at all. I'd highly recommend this place to anyone, but particularly those with a young family looking for a relaxing week away in the sun. Great value for money considering the quality of everything on offer. Thanks to everyone at the hotel for helping to make it a holiday to remember.

At first I was abit shocked to find there is only 2 shops close by. A spar and a clothing store with abit of everything. Both about a 10 minute walk down the road or across the beach. Theres 2 parts to the hotel. The main hotel which is refurbished nicely and is lovely. The second part is a smaller hotel they've purchased for those who want a seaview. The rooms are abit dated but the view is great. (Note this hotel is off sight slightly closer to the beach) The beach is fantastic and I am not a beach lover! It has many mini coves around that you can go find and they will not disappoint. The restaurants on the beach are abit pricey. It's a short bus journey to the town which is really nice for the sunset. €20 for a taxi back on a night. The staff are all fantastic and super friendly. My only downfalls about the hotel is main entertainment area needs tables to put your drinks down, and the children's entertainers are in desperate need of new outfits. The hotel really grew on me and my wife. Each day seemed to get better and better. Neither of us thought we would enjoy it when we first got there but now I would definitely say I'd happily go back. Its beautiful and very relaxing and you dint end up missing walking round shops at all and begin to wonder why you spend your holiday doing so.

From the moment we arrived until the time we left this hotel for me should be 5 star all the way. The staff from the chefs, waiters, waitresses, hotel Reception, barman (the always smiling Ramon) to the entertainments team (Monta who did a lovely aqua aerobics) to the house maids were always so pleasant, helpful and extremely friendly. The room was spacious with two flat screen TV's one in the bedroom and the other in the sitting area. Towels were changed daily. The restaurant was welcoming with a good variety of food and well cooked. A must is visiting the separate restaurant where paella is served while you watch the sunset go down. The swimming pool is clean and sunbeds ready available. The evening entertainment was good and varied. I highly recommend this hotel.