Hotéis perto de Museo de Artes y Costumbres, Competa

Having tried other cafes for a good breakfast our search continued, and we decided to go upmarket. The Hotel Balcón de Europa is the quality hotel right in the centre of Nerja. It has the location and style, and prices to suit. The caféteria has a shaded patio area down the side of the hotel bordering the Balcón de Europa itself. It is a lovely spot, very civilized and comfortable, with lovely sea views. The waiter attended within a minute of taking our seats, and we ordered two teas and a latte coffee. We studied the breakfast menu and my Partner and I chose the “Healthy Breakfast” which was natural yoghurt with cereal, red fruit and nuts. Like other breakfasts, we have had here in Nerja the yoghurt was not creamy or thick as we have enjoyed with really inexpensive supermarket fat free yogurt we enjoy at home. My Son had a bacon roll which he really enjoyed. The tea was not as good as we hoped; it was a blend which, we believe, contains a scented tea like Earl Grey (which we both find doesn’t suit us) and it was just not strong enough for our tastes. My Son’s latte was enjoyed. We received excellent and obviously properly trained service from our young waiter. Our second visit here on this holiday was our last morning on the day we flew home. We again breakfasted here (my Partner’s choice). This caféteria is quite posh, civilized and everything is ‘done properly’, it has some the best views here in the town, and it is re-assumingly moderately-expensive. Again the service was impeccable, and this time we ordered Americano coffees, with hot milk, for two, and a cappuccino for my Son. My Partner and I chose toast, and my Son chose a bacon and cheese roll. Everything was as it should be, efficient and pleasant service, and the food and drinks were very good. Civilized service a hallmark here, and it’s always a pleasure to viist.

Major contraction works going on which was not mentioned at the time of booking. This holiday became a nightmare from start to finish. Large Cranes on site which woke me up every morning. Maintenance work going on around the site and no closing off the areas to the guests this was a very dangerous hazard. Builders/maintenance men walking across the pool whilst the guests are sunbathing. This place is on a steep hill and a car is a must. Reception is a Taxi drive away unless you have a car. Lots and lots of stairs to climb this is not for the disabled or young families. Taxis are hard to get we had to wait hours and some didn't even turn up. The Swimming pool has a barrier which you need a key to get in and out feels like a prison. lots of steps to climb to and from the pool. The pool had four Pool Showers which were all not working and closed off so we couldn't have a shower after a swim. The swimming pool toilets had no toilet paper. Apartment is very basic not like the glam photos. No hot water for first day, the hot water kept turning on and off all week. Bed sheets are just one flat sheet nothing else. No house keeping. Tumble dryer didn't work. No near by shops or bars, we had to take a taxi to the supermarket and everywhere else. Overall not a good holiday, very noisy with all the works going on, men walking around with heavy tools whilst you are enjoying the sun. Having to walk around all the mess was off putting let alone dangerous, it was as if we wasn't there. No mention of hills and stairs or any construction work in the reviews was a bit strange. I blame lastminute.com for not informing us of all this whilst booking this holiday.

The hotel has been a wonderful experience. The hotel makes you a lot of details when you arrive, you have unlimited free coffee and tea and you are given a lot of lotus cookies. There is even a small merendy. The rooms smell great and everything is clean, careful very much for details. nice and careful workers. On the other hand, modernity of lights, internet TVs, led lights ... Has been surprised. The hotel is very close to the city centre and you can walk without problems anywhere.