Occidental Ibiza

Me and my husband stayed for the weekend. The transfer from the airport didn’t take long and when we arrived we were given our room key and map of the hotel straight away. We made it in time for lunch starting so we put our case away and went straight for some food. We found the food lovely. I personally choose mostly vegetarian/healthy and I was happy with the choices each time we went to eat. There was some lovely desserts too. I’m a coffee drinker and I could choose decaf cappuccino which I thought was great. My husband drinks tea and there was no tea - only flavoured teas. But he was okay going without! We went at the very end of the season. The hotel closed the day we left but despite that, we had a lovely relaxed time, loved the self service beer stands and I appreciated being able to snack whenever I wanted to. The entertainment was good. Kareoke after mini disco was fun. All inclusive drinks were good. We were having beer most of the time and you could just pour your own when you wanted one (until 6pm then the bar by the entertainment was serving beer). We were getting G&Ts from the bar sometimes. We had a disarano and coke once too. I think cocktails were extra? We didn’t have any. If I was to give some constructive criticism (this didn’t affect our stay too negatively) the rooms may need updating. Our room there was mould in the shower and we didn’t have the best sleep in our bed which was two single beds pushed together. They did come apart a lot and my husband didn’t get a good sleep as his back was sore after both nights in the bed. We didn’t use the pool but I think it was starting to get cold (it was the last days of the hotel being open). We don’t like to sit around for too long so we went for a walk to the beach which didn’t take long at all. The next day we walked a bit further out and it was nice walk. Not much open but we really just wanted to stretch our legs. There was a shop across the street where we bought water for the room and a couple of gifts for the kids. Overall a nice relaxing weekend away.

We went for a 10 day stay for peace and quiet and that is what we got. My friend and I were very impressed with the service and the friendly staff who were more than happy to help. The food was excellent

First of all I want to say this review is on no way a reflection on the staff, who were absolutely lovely. We visited 15-23 October I have never had to write a bad review so this is unfortunate. This was a holiday booked during a flash sale through BA and the price was very good for 1 week All Inc. After reading the reviews left by others we were confident it would be a nice stay. We have holiday'd in Mallora and Gran Canaria the last couple of years so Ibiza was supposed to be a nice change. On arrival it was obvious to see that this was not for us. It was not 4 star as portrayed. There was a problem with a booking in front of us, so the wait to check in was long and both reception staff were dealing with that booking. We were greeted politely and given a quick map run through. We were in a room in block 6/6108 It was like a 1980's housing estate, the stairs were dark, dirty and extremely uninviting. The design looked a little like a very old Butlins, which is fine if you are expecting to go to Butlins in 1980. The pathways were very loud due to the small paving bricks not great for those around the pool. The door to our room looked filthy and neither me or my friend wanted to touch it. The only way to describe the room was camping indoors. Firstly it was painted the worst beige colour, very depressing. Granted one wall had a bright flowered wallpaper but it didn't help at all. The bathroom had no privacy and the shower was only divided from the bed by frosted glass?? You can look straight through to the bathroom of the rooms opposite because the blocks are close together, just horrid. There was something stained on the wall too. The noise was terrible. Voices, you could hear every word through the walls and doors. Drunk people shouting and banging along corridors. The grounds are concrete and just rather dire. Food was mediocre to good. The food under the warming lights was often cold. The fresh grill was best but often fish was under cooked although there was some lovely tuna one night. The staff were very nice, helpful, funny and a credit to the hotel. We could not bear to stay after the 1st night so my friend paid £500.00 for a bungalow 200 metres down the road and we only came back to eat as we were all inclusive. The drinks were ok although the ready mixed cocktails were highly undesirable. Food was available all day although we only ate chips. I have never been to a hotel where you don't dress for dinner. The dress code was non existent and not something a 4 star hotel would allow. There is a beach a few minutes walk away and the bus goes to San Antonio in 30 mins. We went to Ibiza Old Town by cab for 31 Euros, but you can get a bus from San Antonio. Overall very very disappointed and definitely won't be returning

The location of this hotel is perfect for a quiet weekend away, but so close to San Antonio if you want some liveliness or to watch the beautiful sunset. It's also only 20 minutes from the airport. The staff here are really friendly and helpful and the pools are fabulous. Food selections are varied at all meals and I liked the fact that I could take my breakfast and coffee back to my balcony each morning. Rooms are spacious, well maintained and wardrobe size is great. I only stayed for 4 nights but will definitely return.