BLUESEA Costa Bastian

We had an excellent stay at the Blue Sea Costa Bastián Hotel. The breakfast, lunch, and dinner were all enjoyable. The hotel is located about 1 km from Playa Bastián Beach, which is a pleasant 20-minute walk. There is a bus stop (Playa Bastián IDA) approximately 15 minutes away on foot, providing convenient access to destinations such as Arrecife city (bus no. 3), the LagOmar Museum (bus no. 31 from Playa Bastián IDA to Nazaret IDA), and other attractions. We arranged a return taxi transfer from the airport through First Minute Travel, which was very reliable and hassle-free. Overall, it was a fantastic experience!

A bit dated and with a derelict building on one side and what look like slums on the other. The food was not great, but ok for the price. Staff were helpful and friendly though.

The property waa lovely and clean, staff were friendly and happy and overall a lovely hotel

I didn't like anything at this resort. Having left the 4 star H10 I was absolutely shocked to arrive here which is also shown as a 4 star. It should be classed as 2 star only. Its 10 mins walk to nearest shop/bar and 30 minute walk to beach. The menu does not cater for vegetarians which we are. I asked for cheese one day to be told there wasn't any (yet there was on most other days). Breakfast is dreadful only cooking omelettes 3 days out of the 8. The hotel leaks when it rains having buckets and towels laid out everywhere. Many guests were smoking cannabis which meant I wasn't able to sit out on my balcony due to the smell. Entertainment absolutely awful The 'Crazy Show' totally not fit for under 12's with cross dressing & phallic props throughout the show. Only 50 guests can fit in the inside bar so unable to watch certain evening entertainment. No soft furnishings to sit on. The amphitheatre is freezing having to sit on stone ledges to watch entertainment. No comfort whatsoever for evenings (or days). Snack bar only serves hotdogs/chips and crusty dry ham & cheese sandwiches. 4 out of our group of 10 had upset stomachs for 3 days each. No tea/coffee in room had to pay £10 to hire kettle. Room facilities do not reach 4 star standards. Not a nice surrounding area for an evening stroll as its set in the middle of a building site.

So after reading reviews I wasn't expecting great things...however we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! * Check in: nice & easy, reception staff very helpful and friendly. * Rooms: rooms are a little tired, would certainly benefit from a bit of TLC, however they were clean & spacious. Only had standard room, but was well set out & separate dressing area outside bathroom was perfect for us. Hand soap provided, as was a multi use shower gel/shampoo. Towels changed whenever you want - just pop them in bath and they'll provide fresh. Room attended every day. The only major issue was the lack of plug sockets! * Pool: area always clean, we weren't there in peak season so didn't really have an issue getting sunbeds, although getting them in peak places you needed to get there just before 10am. Towels available from reception for a €10 deposit . * Food / Drink (all inclusive): not really sure why so many have issues with food!!! We ate extremely well for our stay. Breakfast was basic but could get fresh fried eggs and pancakes or omelettes, + standard basics. Lunch & dinner were much better, found myself eating much more than I should!!! No the food isn't hot, it rarely is on AI, there is a microwave to heat it up a bit. Drinks in the day you pay €1 deposit for a plastic cup, just tell them when you want your € back. Not a huge variety of spirits, but drank quite happily 😉 beer was nice. Bar staff were fab! Would of liked a cocktail selection, but no biggy. Fab for price!