Property Reviews

Reviews of Stunning views over gardens, swimming pools, and sea (3652) Date  10-01-2009 Rating  Name  Dinah & Stewart, Leeds Message  Date Submitted: September 02, 2008 Date of Stay: July 2008 We have just returned from a 4 week holiday at the beautiful Mar Azul resort and it is the best family holiday we have ever had. Brian's apartment is amazing, so well equipped and very luxurious and for us great being on the ground floor, having two boys aged 7 and 8 we had very easy access to the pool. The staff at the Mar Azul were very friendly and helpful and it was comforting to have two lifeguards by the pool all day. A short walk down the beach there is a very good beach bar where the sun-beds were very good value and the food excellent, however we spent a lot of time round the fantastic swimming pool where the children played for hours on end, extremely relaxing for us! We hired a car for the holiday and did lots of exploring and had some fabulous meals out in Estepona and Benhavis. My husband also had a few rounds of golf and found some excellent golf courses close by which were very good value for money. We have already enquired about going back to the Mar Azul next year and would highly recommend this beautiful apartment. Recommended for: Sightseeing, Families with Young Children Date  10-01-2009 Rating  Name  Tara from Sussex Message  Date Submitted: August 04, 2008 Date of Stay: July 2008 I stayed at Mar Azul in July 2008. I was very impressed with the apartment which was exactly as it was described, it was very luxurious had good sized bedrooms and bathrooms all of which were exactly as described on this site. The complex was also great, with a good sized pool, and views to the sea from the infinity pool. The owner Brian was very thorough and absolutely everything he describes in his comprehensive rental booklet was very helpful and true. I would definately recommend this apartment and hope to go back again next year! Date  10-01-2009 Rating  Name  David from Seatle Message  Date Submitted: July 29, 2008 Date of Stay: July 2008 This is a fantastic getaway-we are a family of 5 with 3 kids aged 12, 10 and 5. We had lazy days by the pool, great walks on the beach, easy meals on the grass porch, beautiful sunsets and fantastic meals. This condo is perfect, top of the line, well cared for, spacious, and the owner goes out of his way to make sure you can get right to your vacation and have all the info you need to avoid hassles. The pools are a series of shallow to deep -perfect for little kids. The view of the Mediterranean is out of this world and the nearby town is quiet, quaint and non-touristic. This is NOT Marbella-thank goodness -this is old style Spanish village with all the things you need for a perfect week. It would be great to have a car if you come for day trips to Ronda and other sites-without a car you may feel a bit pinned down for food options. Next door is a fancy resort that can't even compare-and is tremendously over-priced-making you realize just how great this place is-quiet, chill and perfecty maintained. Perfect for families. We would love to go back- recommend completely! Recommended for: Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway, Families with Teenagers Date  10-01-2009 Rating  Name  Hilary, Jersey Message  Date Submitted: July 11, 2008 Date of Stay: June 2008 Just returned from Mar Azul and what a lovely apartment and complex. The information and photos provided on the website are very accurate and the instructions and advice regarding the property which we received before we even arrived, was the most comprehensive I have ever seen. There is also loads more information on the surrounding area in the apartment once you arrive. Brian - I think you have thought of everything! The apartment is exceptionally well equipped and in first class condition. It was immaculately clean when we arrived and was cleaned again at the end of the first week with bedding and towels changed. The complex is beautiful and very well maintained. The pool and surrounding garden area was constantly being cleaned and is very well maintained. The gym is well equipped and again very clean and tidy. It was never busy either. The addition of the low fencing around the apartment's garden and the stair gate at the top of the steps down to the pool area was a great comfort as we had a toddler, and it was sufficient to keep her secure & give us piece of mind. Apparently the complex was the busiest it had been this year and there was a slight issue some days with people reserving sunbeds all day and not using them for most of the time. It did not effect us as we were always out early at the pool so always got beds, but the management did step in and removed the offending towels, and then provided a further 15 sunbeds to alleviate the problem. Its that sort of attention to detail that lifts the Mar Azul above all other resorts we have stayed in. The beach was a bit stoney for our tastes so we did not use it, but to be honest we prefer the pool anyway so that was not an issue. And the main beach in Estepona is lovely for those who like the sand! We had a hire car and I felt this was pretty essential as there were no supermarkets within walking distance and we wished to self cater quite a bit so went to the big Carrefour supermarket in Estepona several times. Its only a 5 or 6 minute drive but too far to walk in the heat. But I am sure there are taxis available for those who do not drive. Estepona town has lots of good restaurants and bars. The sea front has lots of activities for kids. The Port area and the old town should also be explored. All in all I would recommend this property to everyone. Thanks again Brian for sharing your beautiful home-from-home with us. Date  10-01-2009 Rating  Name  GHP Great Houghton Message  Date Submitted: June 17, 2008 Date of Stay: May 2008 What a wonderful apartment and place. the apartment was bigger, nicer and better in everyway than we were expecting. everything was immaculate in the apartment and apart from food, it was fully stocked on everything we needed. MAR AZUL is a class apart from other such places. calm and relaxing with a stunning pool and view. we used the indoor leisure centre on several occasions and also the snack bar above the leisure centre. all the staff were very friendly and helpful. We ate breakfast on the outside terrace every morning, whilst overlooking the pool and sea (what could be better)! we also walked to the beach bar a few times. everything stated by Brian in his description is 100% accurate. This apartment and MAR AZUL is 1st class and we have already booked our dates for 2009! Recommended for: Tourists without a Car, Age 55+, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway Date  10-01-2009 Rating  Name  Lisa & Danny Message  Date Submitted: May 20, 2008 Date of Stay: May 2008 My girlfriend and I rented this property just as a base to attend a nearby wedding, but found ourselves wanting to spend more time there than with our friends! First impressions of the apartment excededed our expectations, the welcome pack that the host Brian provided was informative (and funny) and gave a good insight of what to expect, but we really were blown away with the attention to detail and the level of finish this property provided. It really was a home from home!! In the morning (after arriving the previous night) the view from the terrace became apparant; the spectacular oriental themed pool area was simply stunning with a beautiful romantic beachside backdrop. We really would recommend this property to anybody wanting to indulge themselves, yet still wanting to remain within a sensible budget. We will most definitely be booking here again. 10 out of 10. Recommended for: Age 55+, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway, Families with Teenagers, People with Disabilities, Girls Getaway Date  10-01-2009 Rating  Name  Big Den Message  Date Submitted: May 16, 2008 Date of Stay: May 2008 Apartment excellent with everything you need at hand. Well maintained and spotless throughout. Reception most helpful along with all the staff. Ideal location for the area. Quiet and peaceful around the pool area with bars & restaurants nearby. Recommended for tourists with car, age 55+, sightseeing and families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway Date  10-01-2009 Rating  Name  Shari Message  Date Submitted: April 24, 2008 Date of Stay: April 2008 Our ten day stay in this apartment was on the bliss, bliss, bliss side of enjoyment! Prior to our trip, the owner Brian could not have been more helpful, and his pre-arrival info was comprehensive and came in very handy! The resort was a revelation. As regular travellers to this area, we were familiar with its location, but hadn't realised just how beautiful it was. The Asian garden is truly stunning, the pool is glorious and the views spectacular. The apartment is spacious, opulent and equipped with everything a family could possibly need. We had lunch on the sunny terrace every day, and strolled fifty yards to the beach at night to watch the breath-taking sunsets. Our two boys, aged 6 and 7 loved both the indoor and outdoor pools, and enjoyed playing tennis at the two tennis clubs within a five minute drive (a car is definitely recomended as although this is just a ten minute drive from Estepona, only the Kempinsky Hotel and Laguna Village are within walking distance). There isn't a whole load of activities for children, but with such a great pool and the beach just yards away, our boys were amused from morning until night. Oh, and the promenade and beach in Estepona were a massive hit too - clean and very kiddie-friendly. The spa was first class with everything you could want to re-charge the batteries. The most special thing about our stay however was the tranquility. In the 10 days we were there (in April) we only saw two other families in the whole complex - it really was a haven of peace and calm. If you're looking for an action packed complex with entertainment on tap, then this isn't the place for you.... but if you love 5* quality, luxurious surroundings and an escape from the world, then here it is.... Date  10-01-2009 Rating  Name  Debbie Message  Stayed August 06 Your apartment is stunning and fitted out to the highest of standards. We had a brilliant holiday with some lasting memories and we have visited some lovely places. We used the leisure club a few times, my husband in the gym and myself and the girls used the pool. I must say that it was one of the nicest places I've stayed in. The pool was definitely the nicest I have ever swam in. Date  10-01-2009 Rating  Name  Delia Message  Stayed February 07 We had a lovely holiday. The apartment was gorgeous and the complex magnificent. We set out wanting to get away from the world and little did we knew we could actually accomplish that in the middle of Spain ! [ first ] [ previous ]   1  2 3   [ next ] [ last ]