Elba Sara Beach and Golf Resort

"I don’t mind that the hotel is not centra. I was looking forward a week in the sun and have been to the resort before so was aware of the situation"

"Just came back from a weeks stay on the 5th floor. I came with my almost 5 year old and 16 month old. We also came with my mum, step dad, brother (30) & our grandparents (70-80s). Firstly check in with a welcome drink was a delight!! Rooms: SUCH comfortable beds, incredibly clean (cleaned daily) and a lovely shower. It would be useful for a bath too for our children as trying to shower a slippery 16 month old was a task 😅… but I feel you can survive a week. Lovely having ability to have tea or coffee on the balcony with such stunning views. Air con was good, although a little noisy on the last setting but this didn’t bother me (just my husband 🤨). Pool area: kids pool was great for both the children. Smaller main pool great for my 4 year old, she was able to stand in most of it so enjoyed this one too. Slightly chilly but once you’re in it’s fine and nice to cool off after being hot in the sun! It was kept clean, plenty of space and yes people reserve sunbeds but we never did and managed to get sunbeds for 10 people daily without doing so. We did take some chairs from elsewhere for my grandparents which they appreciated. Food: snack bar acceptable - the kids and us enjoyed an afternoon snack at times. The drinks were great, no complaints. As a pescatarian there are plenty of options - breakfast you could have freshly made omelette, fried/scrambled or boiled eggs, yoghurt & fruit, cereal. I would love to see some vegetarian sausages or something but this is the same everywhere!! Lunch I often had fish (I am a bit fished out - freshly cooked prawns were a lovely addition!) and plenty of lovely options including fresh salad, cheese & biscuits etc. husband enjoyed all the meat & the kids were happy with pizza, chips, fish fingers, chicken nuggets, meat options too, pasta etc. same for dinner. We did go to the à la carte which was a nice change. The buffet food could be warmer sometimes (not a huge issue - I never felt I couldn’t eat it) but it is a buffet and can’t be boiling the whole time! Entertainment: both kids loved the kids disco, both obsessed with Pepe and we got two of the Pepe toys to which they have been obsessed with ever since. My 4 year old used the mini club and loved it, she had a great time. The entertainers were absolutely lovely with her and always seemed so happy and full of energy for both kids and adults! I was surprised at how they started the day off energetic and then did the evening entertainment with the same energy and I truly did enjoy it - best entertainment at a hotel I’ve seen 😌. The kids disco is sometimes outside and sometimes inside - it was lovely outside being able to enjoy the sunny evenings but you did have to get there early for a seat. Staff in general: really lovely and helpful. My little one needed a doctor and antibiotics sadly and I (think) the manager (blonde lady?) checked on us and reminded me they are available 24 hours if we need them. The doctor comes daily in the morning which was useful to know. My daughter also threw a bottle of calpol on the floor and it smashed, I told staff and they made me feel so at ease and a cleaner came straight away who also told me not to worry. We would absolutely return and recommend this hotel to families! Thank you for a lovely time with great memories made."

"We have just returned from a weeks family holiday - 10 of us , ranging from 16 months to the grand age of 82. We were on the 5th floor with beautiful views and I miss this already! Rooms cleaned daily - beds comfortable and nice big walk in shower. Towels are changed when you want ( you wouldn’t change them every day at home so don’t expect it on holiday ! ) Tea and coffee in room and a small fridge ) Nice balcony to sit with an early morning tea and watch the sunrise . Food - this is a family hotel so take into consideration it can get noisy with lots of children. If you prefer a more peaceful dining experience eat after 8 pm as often the kids are enjoying the disco that starts at 8.10 pm. Ignore any negativity about the food / they do an excellent job and there is so much choice- lovely fresh salads. Sometimes the food isn’t as hot as you may like but there is a microwave there if you really wanted to use it. There was an oriental theme one night with sushi etc and we really enjoyed that . Breakfast - again plenty of choice . Fresh omelette a good option for hot choice . We booked the Italian restaurant one night ( you can only book once and it’s not open every night ) -it was pleasant as in peaceful and made a nice change but it wasn’t personally my favorite meal of the week . The wine as house wine is acceptable and you’re served with a rather large glass at dinner ( plenty of drinks to choose from ) Us adults didn’t eat much from the pool bar but the hungry grandchildren enjoyed an afternoon snack on occasions . Drinks from there were good. Staff all very pleasant and work very hard in a very busy hotel. Pools are nice - not overcrowded and our 16 month granddaughter loved the splash pool. You get people reserving sunbeds from 7 am . There are plenty so it’s not really needed . Adults relaxation outside area lovely and peaceful if you get chance to try it . Entertainment/ 4 year old granddaughter loved kids club and dancing with Pepe! Lovely to see the little ones dancing - the Team have lots of energy! Not so much evening adult entertainment - on occasions live music -but hard to get a seat in the bar area or outside as neither are huge and if you eat later the seats are obviously taken . We often sat on the comfy sofas in reception and chatted. I think this hotel offers value for money and as a family holiday away together we loved it and would consider returning. Thank you for a lovely week ."