"Tiara Miramar Beach Resort is a hotel I will remember primarily because of its extraordinary location directly by the sea.
The hotel itself is pleasant, although the rooms feel somewhat tired and are not particularly special. Our first room was on the sixth floor and had a truly fantastic view, but the queen-size bed was not ideal for us, and water ran out underneath the shower enclosure.
The hotel kindly moved us to a larger room on the third floor. It also had a beautiful sea view, a larger balcony and a shower that worked properly. The welcome was very thoughtful, with a beach bag containing useful items, including a cooling water spray, as well as a small Fragonard soap and fragrance gift.
Unfortunately, sleep comfort was the weakest part of our stay. There was no pillow menu, the pillows were genuinely poor, and the mattresses were extremely firm without a mattress topper. We did not sleep well, which is an important weakness for a hotel in this category.
The reason I would nevertheless return is the bathing area at sea level.
This is not a sandy beach, but a series of terraces built into the rocks with loungers, parasols and ladders leading directly into exceptionally clear Mediterranean water. The pool is located on the level above, and during our stay families with children generally remained there. The lower sea terraces therefore felt calm, grown-up and almost completely free of children.
It was by far the most memorable part of the hotel.
The restaurant is charming and has an incredibly beautiful view. The food was good and nicely presented, but the prices felt high for the food itself. You are clearly also paying for the location and the view. I would strongly recommend requesting one of the outdoor tables, as the setting is romantic and much more special than sitting inside.
Breakfast was acceptable rather than memorable. However, made-to-order omelettes and properly prepared coffee were included without an additional charge. The staff understood individual coffee requests and consistently served what we ordered, which we appreciated.
The staff throughout the hotel were genuinely kind and did everything possible to make guests feel welcome. The hotel appeared understaffed, and the team was often extremely busy, but they remained friendly, helpful and attentive.
The tennis court is located slightly hidden across the road. It is a good court, but leaves had not been swept away on either of the two days we played, which made the maintenance feel overlooked.
Guests should also be aware that the property is built across several levels with many stairs between the hotel, pool and sea.
Would I return?
Yes — primarily for the exceptional sea-level bathing terraces, the clear water and the warm service.
The rooms, beds and pillows need improvement, and the restaurant is expensive, but the relationship between the hotel and the sea makes Tiara Miramar a place I will remember."