whala!beach Hotel & Apartments
Hotel in S'Arenal
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsPool, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this hotel
On beach with 4 outdoor pools, near El Arenal Beach
Spend the day on whala!beach Hotel & Apartments's beach or relax by one of the hotel's 4 outdoor swimming pools.
Whala!beach Hotel & Apartments offers 325 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include showers.
4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.
Spend the day on whala!beach Hotel & Apartments's beach or relax by one of the hotel's 4 outdoor swimming pools.
Whala!beach Hotel & Apartments offers 325 air-conditioned accommodations with hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies. Satellite television is provided. Bathrooms include showers.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.
4 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Map of S'Arenal
Available Rooms
Double Room, Balcony
Beds not specified • 215 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Studio, Balcony (single use)
Beds not specified • 301 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Triple Room, Balcony (2 Adults + 1 Child)
Beds not specified • 215 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Single Room, Balcony
Beds not specified • 140 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Double Room, Balcony, Sea View
Beds not specified • 213 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Ratings and reviews
1.0 / 10.0
The room has a strong chlorine smell that made it impossible for us to sleep due to the cleaning products. The bedding has stains, and the biggest issue was finding a parking spot; we spent over two hours searching with no available parking. Additionally, there was constant noise and disturbance from some disrespectful guests, with shouting at all hours, even in the middle of the night, and doors being slammed without regard for others. We were startled awake several times by these sounds. When it rained, the bathroom ceiling started leaking water. Honestly, this was the worst stay we’ve experienced, but the area around the hotel somewhat eased the disappointment.
1.0 / 10.0
The room has a strong chlorine smell that made it impossible for us to sleep due to the cleaning products. The bedding has stains, and the biggest issue was finding a parking spot; we spent over two hours searching with no available parking. Additionally, there was constant noise and disturbance from some disrespectful guests, with shouting at all hours, even in the middle of the night, and doors being slammed without regard for others. We were startled awake several times by these sounds. When it rained, the bathroom ceiling started leaking water. Honestly, this was the worst stay we’ve experienced, but the area around the hotel somewhat eased the disappointment.
8.0 / 10.0
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8.0 / 10.0
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5.0 / 10.0
Good location, nice hotel, very happy & would definitely go back & recommend 👍👍
5.0 / 10.0
Good location, nice hotel, very happy & would definitely go back & recommend 👍👍
8.0 / 10.0
The location of this property was perfect for sure. I wish the lower level bar and restaurant had been open as the elevator made it hard to get up there.
8.0 / 10.0
The location of this property was perfect for sure. I wish the lower level bar and restaurant had been open as the elevator made it hard to get up there.
6.0 / 10.0
Great breakfast!
6.0 / 10.0
Great breakfast!
2.0 / 10.0
I checked in an out same day, didn’t even ask for refund as I guess it would be a waste
It was not a nice area and the property was weird and not felt safe
Definitely not a place for family
2.0 / 10.0
I checked in an out same day, didn’t even ask for refund as I guess it would be a waste
It was not a nice area and the property was weird and not felt safe
Definitely not a place for family
1.0 / 10.0
This is a youth hostel: if you want a hotel experience do not book here. There are hundreds of noisy young people here and the walls are thin, you will hear everything. The place is decidedly no frills (no hand soap in toilets, no towels for the pool, tv remote only by deposit). Many things appear to be broken or out of order, and the staff appear over-worked. Not a relaxing vacation experience.
1.0 / 10.0
This is a youth hostel: if you want a hotel experience do not book here. There are hundreds of noisy young people here and the walls are thin, you will hear everything. The place is decidedly no frills (no hand soap in toilets, no towels for the pool, tv remote only by deposit). Many things appear to be broken or out of order, and the staff appear over-worked. Not a relaxing vacation experience.
8.0 / 10.0
No tea making facilities in room
8.0 / 10.0
No tea making facilities in room
10.0 / 10.0
Very friendly staff and lovely hotel with swimming pool on the roof with amazing view.Delicious food and big variety of everything on the buffet.Would love to visit again!
10.0 / 10.0
Very friendly staff and lovely hotel with swimming pool on the roof with amazing view.Delicious food and big variety of everything on the buffet.Would love to visit again!
10.0 / 10.0
great location for beach and restaurants - super easy check in and check out
10.0 / 10.0
great location for beach and restaurants - super easy check in and check out
5.0 / 10.0
Excellent place apartment with sea view equipped full breakfast pool staff attention, cleanliness, everything perfect
5.0 / 10.0
Excellent place apartment with sea view equipped full breakfast pool staff attention, cleanliness, everything perfect
6.0 / 10.0
Good breakfast buffet, the roof terrace was nice with a bar there. Day staff were lovely n check in. One of the night staff was very rude and unhelpful when my sister checked in late and it took 10 minutes to find the voucher. She’d arrived on a delayed late night flight and they could have checked our names and bookings but the woman was the opposite of helpful- scathing even. Felt
Lost unwelcome. Not keen on the area. Nice beach though.
6.0 / 10.0
Good breakfast buffet, the roof terrace was nice with a bar there. Day staff were lovely n check in. One of the night staff was very rude and unhelpful when my sister checked in late and it took 10 minutes to find the voucher. She’d arrived on a delayed late night flight and they could have checked our names and bookings but the woman was the opposite of helpful- scathing even. Felt
Lost unwelcome. Not keen on the area. Nice beach though.
2.0 / 10.0
Complains raised daily, no one ever helped.
In 10 days the room was not cleaned once, only beds were done. Bathroom was very dirty and sink never washed once
Extremely unhelpful stuff
2.0 / 10.0
Complains raised daily, no one ever helped.
In 10 days the room was not cleaned once, only beds were done. Bathroom was very dirty and sink never washed once
Extremely unhelpful stuff
2.0 / 10.0
Don’t let the pictures fool you! Hotel was full with young people - permanent noise - if the view is not sea side - is terrible ! 1 lift which takes a lifetime waiting for.
Upon arrival I have been given a terrible room, with the air conditioning beside the bed. When I tried to call the reception I notice the cable of the phone was cut..in the end I get a new nicer room. Telephone still not working..no minibar - in order to get a remote control for the tv you have to pay 10€ deposit..
Only positive note was the employees and the position nearby the beach . Never again here
2.0 / 10.0
Don’t let the pictures fool you! Hotel was full with young people - permanent noise - if the view is not sea side - is terrible ! 1 lift which takes a lifetime waiting for.
Upon arrival I have been given a terrible room, with the air conditioning beside the bed. When I tried to call the reception I notice the cable of the phone was cut..in the end I get a new nicer room. Telephone still not working..no minibar - in order to get a remote control for the tv you have to pay 10€ deposit..
Only positive note was the employees and the position nearby the beach . Never again here
4.0 / 10.0
Be careful before booking this hotel. We were a group of three and stayed in a studio room, which wasn’t too bad. The shower isn’t very good and there was some damage to walls in the room. We had an incident with the staff, where some of them were quite rude. I get the impression they don’t like tourists, which I kind of understand, however, this area of the hotel (and the hotel itself) gave me the impression of a party area/hotel? I’m not sure why you would work in the hotel or industry if you were not willing to put up with this, to a certain point at least. I overheard a cleaner say tourists ruin the place! We were fined €100 for going in the pool after it was closed. We accept we were wrong and knew this and so apologised. The staff at reception then proceeded to ask us to pay a €250 fine! We thought this was very unfair. The situation escalated where we found the staff started to be rude to us. After an hour, we then agreed to pay a fine of €100, as the police were threatened to be involved. We think a written warning would have been sufficient for our actions, as there was nowhere in the rules that said you get fined a large amount for breaking rules. We also had to pay the fine in cash - this seems strange and also how the fine was reduced… we think they make up the rules as they please. I will also say, that not all staff are like this, some were actually very polite. The area is mainly Dutch/German tourists, so if you’re not from here, this is something to know.
4.0 / 10.0
Be careful before booking this hotel. We were a group of three and stayed in a studio room, which wasn’t too bad. The shower isn’t very good and there was some damage to walls in the room. We had an incident with the staff, where some of them were quite rude. I get the impression they don’t like tourists, which I kind of understand, however, this area of the hotel (and the hotel itself) gave me the impression of a party area/hotel? I’m not sure why you would work in the hotel or industry if you were not willing to put up with this, to a certain point at least. I overheard a cleaner say tourists ruin the place! We were fined €100 for going in the pool after it was closed. We accept we were wrong and knew this and so apologised. The staff at reception then proceeded to ask us to pay a €250 fine! We thought this was very unfair. The situation escalated where we found the staff started to be rude to us. After an hour, we then agreed to pay a fine of €100, as the police were threatened to be involved. We think a written warning would have been sufficient for our actions, as there was nowhere in the rules that said you get fined a large amount for breaking rules. We also had to pay the fine in cash - this seems strange and also how the fine was reduced… we think they make up the rules as they please. I will also say, that not all staff are like this, some were actually very polite. The area is mainly Dutch/German tourists, so if you’re not from here, this is something to know.
3.0 / 10.0
My stay for 6 days was slightly alarming. You had to pay to have a remote which I was not pleased with and pay for the safe.
The staff was lovely.
The room never had a fridge which was annoying.
The rooms were hard to find as the hotel is so big. More signage needed.
Overall I would say6/10
I accidentally came out on the wrong floor and scanned a room door the door open-end.
This was alarming it was the same place as the previous floor on the upper floor .
I would recommend this for people that are not planning to spend much time in the hotel.
3.0 / 10.0
My stay for 6 days was slightly alarming. You had to pay to have a remote which I was not pleased with and pay for the safe.
The staff was lovely.
The room never had a fridge which was annoying.
The rooms were hard to find as the hotel is so big. More signage needed.
Overall I would say6/10
I accidentally came out on the wrong floor and scanned a room door the door open-end.
This was alarming it was the same place as the previous floor on the upper floor .
I would recommend this for people that are not planning to spend much time in the hotel.
1.0 / 10.0
This hotel lied about parking. Then, they lied and said that I was a no show. Now, they refuse a refund after they sent me to a sister hotel where I spent almost $300 per night to makw up for their lies. AVOID AT ALL COSTS! HOTELS.COM WILL NOT HELP YOU.
1.0 / 10.0
This hotel lied about parking. Then, they lied and said that I was a no show. Now, they refuse a refund after they sent me to a sister hotel where I spent almost $300 per night to makw up for their lies. AVOID AT ALL COSTS! HOTELS.COM WILL NOT HELP YOU.
5.0 / 10.0
Nice and tidy,close to the beach and sea side,shops very close,good price /quality.
5.0 / 10.0
Nice and tidy,close to the beach and sea side,shops very close,good price /quality.
10.0 / 10.0
Good i love it for my family and me. I will vome back to stay walabeach hotel.
10.0 / 10.0
Good i love it for my family and me. I will vome back to stay walabeach hotel.
2.0 / 10.0
This property is very dirty. We had to switch rooms twice and then checked our an hour after checking in. The front staff was very kind and helpful, however, we are still trying to get our third night back for a refund as they only gave us two out of three even though it was so dirty we had to leave and book another hotel.
8.0 / 10.0
Roof top pool and lounge is very cool, good access to the beach, nice breakfast, room was ok but not great. There was only a sheet on the bed with no comforter and no refridgerator in the room or ice machine in the hotel. Staff was very friendly and informative, good stay overall.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in S'Arenal?
The average price for a rental in S'Arenal is $163 per night. This rental is $58 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Parking is not specified as an available amenity at whala!beach Hotel & Apartments. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at whala!beach Hotel & Apartments. Enjoy the water!
Is whala!beach Hotel & Apartments pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at whala!beach Hotel & Apartments?
We found 6 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, laundry, and balcony or patio.
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