Phenicia Hotel

"Hammamet Sud, Tunisia Another Fantastic Family Holiday November 2025 We went as a family of six adults, mother, father, three daughters and one of the daughters partners. We had been here the year before with my two grandweans and thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and that is why we returned this year albeit without the grandweans. We had a ball.... We were in rooms 1015,1016 and 1018. They were fine and dandy and close enough for everything. The food and drink were excellent. The staff went above and beyond. The chefs went out of their way to assist me when I asked about different dishes and always greeted me with a smile. Our waiter was the same man from last year who was again excellent and had our table ready and knew our drinks order before we arrived. The barmen and waiters in all the bars took excellent care of us and in the foyer bar the barman was excellent , providing us with canapes both before lunch/dinner as we had pre lunch/dinner drinks. The entertainment team were as usual full of fun and energy. When I wasn't taking part in the aqua gym /dance, it was so nice to see the energy being put in by the team and being enjoyed by the holidaymakers. Thoroughly enjoyed all the shows and the day we arrived there was music at the beach bar which was lovely. My wife and I had a fantastic time, my family had a fantastic time and we would be back in a flash. A huge shout out to Amine, Aziz, Alina, Akram, Sacha, Skilla, Dr Nordine and every single staff member who contributed to an amazing holiday!"

"Alina such a brilliant host. Lovely girl that goes out her way to help you. So fun to be around. Really makes the hoilday that extra bit special. Lovely place and brilliant facilities"

"Location & beach access: The hotel’s location is a major plus. It sits right by the beach, and many guests note the ease of stepping from the hotel to sand and sea.  • Staff & service: Multiple reviews highlight how friendly, helpful and welcoming the staff are—from reception to dining and entertainment teams.  • Entertainment & activities: If you enjoy a lively stay, the hotel delivers. The animation team is praised for engaging day and night activities.  • Facilities: There are good extras like multiple pools (including an indoor/outdoor pool), a private beach area and a range of sports/activities.  • Value for money: For what you get (location + service + facilities), many feel the hotel represents good value.  Room décor & maintenance: Some guests comment that the rooms are beginning to look tired, and that bathrooms or certain fixtures could do with updating.  • Food & drink consistency: While many enjoy the buffet and dining options, there are mixed reports—some think the food is excellent, others find it just “okay” or feel there is room for improvement, especially desserts or breakfast variety.  • Aggression of animation/activities: For guests seeking a very quiet, low-key stay, a few reports mention the animation team or activity promoters being a bit too persistent.  • Drink & bar quality: Some reviewers say that non-branded drinks or beer quality are weaker than expected for a “4-star” hotel. If I were to sum up: Sentido Phenicia is a strong choice for travellers looking for a sun-and-fun beach holiday in Tunisia—particularly for families or couples who enjoy being active, having plenty of amenities, and appreciate warm staff service. The location and friendly service are clear standouts. On the flip side, if your priority is luxury décor, ultra-quiet surroundings, or gourmet dining out of the ordinary, you might find some aspects don’t fully match a top-end four-star. The rooms are comfortable but not luxuriously modern, and the food/drinks are good but may not be exceptional in every category. Ask for a room with a pool or garden view rather than facing the car park—reviewers say the view makes a big difference.  • If you prefer peace, you might use the “relaxation pool / adult area” rather than the main busy pool.  • Bring your own small “plastic cup” for the all-inclusive bar if you like your drinks at your sun-lounger—one reviewer recommended it.  • Check room air conditioning on arrival (some reports of weak A/C) and raise any issues early.  • Be aware of souvenir/market shopping pressure on the nearby beach area—haggling is common.  On balance I’d give Sentido Phenicia a very good rating—perhaps around 8/10, recognising its many positives but also the few areas for improvement. If I were you, I’d go ahead and stay there, especially if the price is right for the season."