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Royal Sun Hotel

Suburban hotel with full-service spa and free local area shuttle

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, pool views
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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace
Comfort Apartment | View from room
Meeting facility

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
3 Jan - 4 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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Gianni Paizi 36, Chania, Crete Island, 73100
  • Place, Chania Archaeological Museum
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Tombs of Venizelos
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Koum Kapi Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis)
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

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Economy Room, Terrace | Terrace/patio

Economy Room, Terrace

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Garden
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Terrace/patio

Twin room, Partial City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Comfort Apartment | Terrace/patio

Comfort Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
  • 26 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Double Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 16 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room, Sea View | Terrace/patio

Superior Double Room, Sea View

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Pillow-top bed
Private bathroom
  • 16 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Standard Single Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Single Room, Sea View

Single Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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Down duvets, in-room safe, desk, laptop workspace

Economy Double room with Partial City View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Pillow-top bed
Down duvet
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Chania

Royal Sun Hotel puts you in the centre of Chania, 2.7 km (1.7 mi) from Tombs of Venizelos and 3.6 km (2.2 mi) from Old Venetian Harbor. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and balconies. .A pampering day can include deep-tissue massages and hot stone massages. The restaurant, Royal Sun, serves international cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Enjoy the gym, seasonal outdoor swimming pool and kids' swimming pool as well as access to snorkelling. Meeting rooms and coworking space are among the business amenities offered. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of a free area shuttle. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Chania Town hotel include Port of Souda and Kalathas Beach.

What's nearby

  • Chania Archaeological Museum - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Tombs of Venizelos - 4 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Chania Prefecture Government Offices - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Koum Kapi Beach - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Tabakaria - 5 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Chania (CHQ-Ioannis Daskalogiannis) - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Κουκουβάγια - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Το Στέκι Του Θανάση - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Carte Postale - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Μελτεμάκι - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪megaplace - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Royal Sun Hotel

Suburban hotel with full-service spa and free local area shuttle
Royal Sun Hotel offers its guests a full-service spa, a health club, and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include meeting rooms and coworking spaces. A children's pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Royal Sun Hotel. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Chania hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 66 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Conference rooms
  • Deli
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Computer for guest use
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Royal Sun Hotel offers 66 accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature down duvets. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead, slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and sports massages. The spa is open selected days.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 10 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Royal Sun

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Private wine tours
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snorkelling
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Hot stone massages
  • Spa open select days
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Lift (84 centimetre wide door)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Water dispenser usage encouraged

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property offers shuttle drop-off and pickup service from Markopoulou Square only. The area shuttle is available daily, every hour from 10:30 AM to 2:15 PM and 6 PM to midnight.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 10 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 1.50 per accommodation, per night
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 5.00 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 10 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 26 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Airport shuttle fee per child: EUR 26 (one-way), (up to 18 years old)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 10 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • On-site cash transactions can't exceed EUR 500, due to national regulations. For more details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in November.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Royal Sun Hotel Chania
Royal Sun Hotel
Royal Sun Chania
Royal Sun
Royal Sun Hotel Chania, Crete
Royal Sun Hotel Hotel
Royal Sun Hotel Chania
Royal Sun Hotel Hotel Chania

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Royal Sun Hotel?

Royal Sun Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Royal Sun Hotel?

As of 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Royal Sun Hotel on 3 Jan 2026 start from NZ$160.48, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Royal Sun Hotel?

Yep, Royal Sun Hotel has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Royal Sun Hotel?

The closest beach to Royal Sun Hotel is Nea Chora Beach (4.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Royal Sun Hotel?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Royal Sun Hotel. You'll enjoy services like hot stone massages.

Does Royal Sun Hotel have a pool?

Royal Sun Hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and a kids' pool. The pool is open from April to November.

What makes Royal Sun Hotel a romantic place to stay?

Ocean-view dining and winery tours, as well as rainfall showerheads and private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Royal Sun Hotel.

Does Royal Sun Hotel serve breakfast?

You bet, buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Royal Sun Hotel?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Royal Sun Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Royal Sun Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Royal Sun Hotel?

No, pets are not allowed.

Royal Sun Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 357 out of 492 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 107 out of 492 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 492 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 492 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 492 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Long Beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christoph

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

City views

A extremely clean rooms, beautiful views, upgrade to city view was definitely worth it. The hotel is too far to walk to town if that’s something that’s important for you probably choose elsewhere. However the shuttle busses are very easy and reliable. We used them every evening
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Royal Sun Hotel was perfect. The room with the sea view and balcony was of a high standard, clean and comfortable. The Hill restaurant, where we ate breakfast each day, had a stunning view overlooking the old port and the sea, and was a delight to sit at each morning. The breakfast choice and quality was probably the best we’ve ever experienced. The pool was great with that brilliant view and plenty of chairs and sunbeds to choose from. All the staff were so friendly and good natured it made the stay perfect. The reception staff were always happy, willing to help, full of information and again probably the best we’ve come across. The hotel provides a shuttle mini bus to transport the guests to and from the town of Chania. We definitely recommend the Royal Sun Hotel if you are visiting Chania.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric, Montréal

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were super helpful and nice, enjoyed their free shuttle to Chania, well situated and quiet. Would highly recommend staying here, Maria at front desk is amazing!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Xaria

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark, Kent

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Hotel was very lovely and friendly staff excellent food with the shuttle bus it made it really easy to visit chania
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay with Royal Sun. The staff are wonderful and the food was incredible!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soo Kiow

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Enjoyable stay in Chania

Best choice to stay in this beautiful resort with breathtaking view, day and night. Excellent staff service, great breathtaking, good breakfast, free shuttle to the city and free usage of the washer and dryer. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed 15 days at the hotel, a nice stay. The room is small and I like it brighter, especially the bathroom, otherwise nice view, good service, a good restaurant and has a pool and sun deck. Nikos from the reception who is professional and super helpful makes up for all the short comings of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Eric

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is amazing, the only issue I had was with the hours for the gym. It didn’t open until 9am and from at 2pm till 5pm, then closed again at 9pm. While I understand the need to keep things quiet for other guests, it wasn't conducive for traveling. No early morning workout before breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Great service
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

First class, top hotel.

Everything about this hotel is wonderful. It's our second visit and we will definitely return in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

decontee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dy'Keria

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stay was great staff and owner were super accommodating. My charger stopped working so the owner himself took me to the nearest store to get a charger.10/10 service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay. The staff was very kind and helpful. The restaurant with the view was amazing. It was the best breakfast buffet we have had in a long time. Dinner was great to.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mason

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Service was fantastic, unfortunately my shower leaked and the restaurant was above my room though. Also, the Gym hours were disappointing. Amazing venue overall.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Qizhi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cameron

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

romnick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself is lovely and has beautiful amenities. The transport every 30 minutes to downtown Chania is a wonderful add-on, and the front desk people were all professional and had amazing service. My partner stayed here last year and this year again, and likely we will be staying next year
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fabrizio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice airport stop
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast buffet was amazing. This was not expected and it was a very pleasant surprise.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was spotlessly clean, the large sea view balcony was our favourite part! The pool was gorgeous and we loved being able to place orders to be delivered poolside. The breakfast was top of the line with unlimited options, both hot and cold, and it was served on the rooftop offering outstanding views. Dinner at the restaurant, The Hill, was outstanding. The shuttle service to Old Town was extremely efficient and reliable. I highly recommend this hotel! The only con was the teeny shower & would have loved some drawer space to be able to unpack.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my favourite day of my whole three week trip. I had the most amazing time. I can’t wait to come back. I would say one of the nicest hospitality staff I’ve ever met!!!! Thank you so much. I can’t wait to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic stay. We had been recommended this hotel by a couple of friends. All the staff were friendly and helpful. We will be definitely returning.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024