RF Astoria

"This hotel was a perfect base for our visit. Central to Puerto de La Cruz and all amenities and a very handy supermarket across the road. The studio room was basic but very acceptable. Cleaned to a good standard and serviced very well by the staff each day. The room was a little dark due to lack of lights and the fan could have been more efficient - the room was hot and sticky making sleep hard at times. We slept with door open which worked, but could be noisy early in the morning. Better sleep conditions would have earned it an extra mark. The hotel receptions areas were nice although we didn't spent a lot of time there - there were many guests around but it felt like a quiet retreat. Although noise could be heard from other rooms/corridors, it was acceptable. Parking is a challenge, and although you can park down by the coast, it's a 15 - 20 minute walk back. We found that a bit of perseverance could get you a space on the streets around, particularly the 'triangle' not too far away. I'd definitely come to Astoria again. It wouldn't be the taste of those who seek luxury, but for a very reasonably priced holiday, it was brilliant."

"Cons: first night there was weird electrical noise all night long could hear through earplugs. Other nights it wasn’t as bad so not sure what it was. Hot water ran out most days pretty quickly. I wanted a bath a couple of nights as I’m pregnant but the hot water ran out when it was about a quarter full and then for some reason drained even with the plug in? Was self catering but if not out of room by about 11 room didn’t get cleaned. Generally if you go somewhere self catering it’s because you want a lie in and more of a chilled morning so our towels only got changed once and the 2nd time had to ask for new towels at reception. All the doors in the room were really squeaky, woke husband every night when I went to bathroom. Not a huge deal but something that’s easily fixed. Not enough plugs in kitchenette area No air con which I knew before booking however assumed there would be an adequate fan, it’s was not adequate and woke up really hot every night/morning Pros: Staff friendly Pool area nice and quiet and clean Could leave cases with reception on check out Location is excellent, close to everything Beds comfy although it’s two put together so it’s comes apart at night Building is lovely with nice plants all around and feels very ‘Spanish’ Affordable considering how close it is to everything"

"Room was quite big and clean. Staff was friendly. We were able to make breakfast at our room. There wasn’t many plates or other kichen accessories but enough for us two to make breakfast. Room is not very sound proofed so all the noises from the hallway and from the other rooms disturbed a bit. But after midnight it was usually silent. Swimming pool area was tiny but it was ok to us. Overall we liked very much and could come again."