Guest User
October 20, 2024
We just returned from a one-week stay at the GF Isabel with my wife and our two young children. We opted for half-board accommodations in a bungalow apartment. Pros: The hotel is nicely located, spacious, and has a charming village-like atmosphere. The three pools were pleasant, and we never had trouble finding loungers. The gym was decent, equipped with enough machines for a good workout. Evening entertainment was enjoyable and kid-friendly, offering plenty of variety. Additionally, the table service for drinks was quick and efficient. Cons: My main complaint is the food, which was likely the worst hotel buffet I've experienced. While it wasn't bad, it certainly didn't meet the standard set by other hotels I've visited over the past 30 years. There were no themed nights, limited variety, and generally nothing that was enticing enough for a second plate. Everything felt like a midweek dinner back home. The food at the pool bar was particularly disappointing; we waited 30 minutes for a half-cooked, pre-frozen pizza. As for the drinks, they were hit or miss, depending on who was tending the bar. The mojitos and Aperol spritzes were generally good, but the piña coladas, margaritas, and cosmopolitans we tried were terrible. The staff was professional and efficient, though not particularly friendly. In contrast, the cleaning staff were lovely and always greeted us with a smile and a cheerful "Hola." Overall, while the resort has some nice amenities, I ultimately feel it isn't worth the price tag, and I wouldn't choose to stay here again.