Eó Suite Hotel Jardin Dorado

Our second visit and this time we bought the children along with us (17, 14, 14, 13 and 10). Location:- - 30 mins from airport - almost at a dead end (shop opposite however which stocks essentials such as water) - Taxi’s cost between €5-€9 depending on the time and location you wish to visit - There is a free regular bus to Maspalomas and Playa Del Ingles which picks up just outside - Maspalomas and Playa Del Ingles are walkable however. Maspalomas is a scenic walk down the river bed and Playa Del Ingles is along the roadside paths - The hotel is however surrounded by a tired run down area (there was a Police visit when we were there due to hotel items we believe being stolen however the site is secured) Food:- - Well presented as you would expect for a 4* - Good selection, children's options are always the same i.e pasta with tomato sauce - Food is often lukewarm as it sits under a warming plate - Good selection of local offers, fish features heavily on the menu - Breakfast is lovely, great selection, freshly made eggs, omelettes to order and pancakes. - snacks need some developing! Very limited offer which is always the same, burger, sausage or chips and an odd pizza - Ice cream is available in different flavours and sauces during meals and snack times - Good choice of desserts although they all pretty much taste the same but come in different colours! - The chocolate fountain which comes out a couple of times a week for breakfast and dinner is a great addition! - Mealtimes/snack times are not always adhered to (often late and the staff look at you with frustration as people wait outside) - Make sure you eat before arrival, we were not provided any and we arrived at 10:30pm…others did however! Staff:- - We recognised many of the staff all of who were friendly, they even remembered the childrens drinks which the children loved! - One waitress C, is rude…she will roll her eyes (I asked her if there was an issue with the juice machine, she huffed took the cup out of my hand and proceeded to try the machine, there was no dialogue. If she cleared plates we always thanked her but again no acknowledgment. Many other holiday makers commented on how her attitude let the rest down. She could often be seen stood in the doorway so people had to manoeuvre around her to take their food in and out of the restaurant! C physically removed glass bowls from the children and said “no” abruptly before walking off, we then found out it was because the children should use plastic ones! - sun-bed towel rules are inconsistent one one day we observed removal of all towels and on others they walked straight past! - Big shout out to Carlos (reception), Paco and red hair waitress on the bar - always smiling cannot do enough! - Bar staff are sometimes slow to serve despite being behind the counter - lifeguard was noted to spend at least 5 mins at a time looking at his phone and is positioned in a blind spot - do not rely on them to save your children! Facili

Lovely poolside setting, great food, great accommodation, friendly staff, really enjoyed our stay. But. It’s a little bit away from Maspalomas and Meloneras, a good 30-35 minutes walk, or you could get a taxi. The access roads to the hotel are through undeveloped areas, so it’s all a bit rough until you get to the developed parts, which is ok if you don’t mind walking. Really looking forward to going back.

Stayed in this hotel for a week. Don't be fooled this is not a 4 star hotel, more like a 3 star. The room was large and comfortable. Had a lovely stay. Although it was quite far from the beach, and about a 20min walk to the yumbo center. Didn't eat breakfast there as I didn't like what was on offer so I ate out. I did have some money go missing from my room on the Friday after I arrived, so please be careful if you stay here. I didn't report it, which I regret now. Overall though a pleasant hotel, just use the safe.