Rio by Garvetur

Just arrived back from these apartments would most definitely not recommend anyone to go there. We were lucky a receptionist was there when we arrived had to pay €300 on credit card do not know what is worth that amount in the apartment and also we are a middle aged couple so wouldn’t be into trashing an apartment. The apartment was clean enough and also big enough for 2 people it was a studio. There is very little to do around the area a couple of small bar/cafes at the end of the hill. There is a restaurant and small bar on sight run by a couple nothing to do with the apartments it’s okay but pricey. The reception staff are nice enough except for one who just stands outside smoking all day or sitting in the restaurant if you ask her anything she says she has to ask her colleague and you hear no more. It says no hen/stag parties are allowed to stay however for the first couple of days we were there a crowd of English lads spent their day shouting across the pool to their friends on their balcony and when they rolled home at night banged on the apartment doors on the corridor. I complained about this but was told I should have rang the emergency number I was given on arrival and that they were going home that day . A lot of ants in the bathroom and kitchen looked for a spray but never got one bought one myself. Towels and toilet rolls only changed twice in 10 days also had to get these in the shop. This is not that cheap a holiday so would have expected better service even cleaned the apartment changed beds and towels even every other day .

I'm only half way through my visit here, but felt compelled to write my review early. Firstly the positives, the rooms are spotless, roomy and pretty comfortable. The area is quiet with the local Spar stocking everything you are likely to need. Now the negatives. The pools have been dirty everyday so far with leaves and rubbish floating around. There are signs everywhere asking you to take out your rubbish, no problem at all but no recycling bins (let's just mess up the environment more). Yesterday morning I needed a taxi, waited until after 9:15 no one on reception had to ask another guest for help. Again today there has been no one on reception until the evening, not great if needing help. Smells, unpleasant carry from the room you are next door to as does every little sound. Not the best or the worst hotel I've ever stayed in but with a few quick fixes (recycling units, clean pool and reception staff on when stated) this could be a really great find. P. S if you book via loveholidays.com be aware there is a €200 security deposit required at check in, which is not advertised.