Just returned from the Elba Sara after a 1 week break, it was fantastic. The hotel, food and service were all excellent. We went looking for a quiet relaxing break and that was exactly what we got. The weather was brilliant too and only rained for a couple of hours one afternoon, managed a great tan though.

The beach is great, and a nice breeze cools you down, much better than the very hot poolside. An excellent beach bar is available for a leisurely lunch or a visit to the Atlantico Centre could provide you with a variety of eating establishments, our recommendation would be the Revolution Bar.

Would definitely return, in fact if I didn't have to work to pay for holidays I would still be there now.

On arriving at the Elba Sara, early evening, was pleasantly surprised at the hotel foyer. Glass marble interior and waterfall.

Rooms were very spacious, well furnished and a feel of quality.

Meals were of a high standard and multiple choice. House wine yuk.

Stayed all inclusive, drinks at the bar pretty good all round.

Evening entertainment varied and enjoyable
would definitely stay here again and again.

Look for newly built sister hotel Elba Carlotta adjacent, looks impressive !

This Hotel only recently went to all inclusive this would probably be due to the location.

The hotel itself was just superb, spotless clean, friendly staff.

The food was excellent, a huge variety each evening.

The hotel entertainment passed for family entertainment although we would recommend the four tops tribute band they were fantastic... get to the bar early for a good view.

The pool area was really nice you didn't need worry about sun loungers the hotel was full while we were there and there was still plenty of loungers left at mid-day. The pool itself was salt water and very clean generally very relaxing.

The rooms were very spacious well decorated and the views were amazing (camcorders recommended for the sunset.)

The hotel was about a twenty minute walk to the centre of Calletta or 2 euros in a taxi. Not much going on there but nice for an evening stroll. One thing we can recommend... take a stroll out the back gate of the hotel and visit the beach at the bottom of the pathway bring some bread and feed the fish it's amazing the kids will love it.

We would highly recommend this hotel and look forward to visiting it again.

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just got back from the Elba Sara a few days ago, was there for 2 weeks and loved it.

The hotel is clean, the rooms are large and nicely decorated with balcony, shower, bath, hairdryer, tv showing sky news, bbc 24 and spanish channels.

There is also a mini fridge and a safe (for a small fee) . The pool area is beautifully landscaped and there are 3 pools. A freshwater baby pool, a shallow saltwater, pool which is slightly heated and a deeper freshwater pool. There is a small gym, sauna, hairdresser.

There is a kids mini club every day which my partners neice loved, Manuella and Yasmina are very friendly. They also arrange activities all day that adults and children can take part in such as, archery, table tennis, mini golf.

The weather was really hot but there is always a nice breeze. I have seen mixed things about the food, I would say it depends on the person. I personally found the food fine. There was a roast every night of some kind, a special every night such as mussels,pasta, prawns or pizza and then always some fish dish and meat dishes. I agree there was no veggy option and the kids food is limited, sometimes they had fish or chicken nuggets but mostly kids had to eat the same as adults. I never saw the Chinese option run out and there was a grill where they cooked sausages, chops etc, a salad bar, overcooked veg, rice, potatoes, soup, fruit, bread etc etc. I loved the puddings even the ice cream. There is one good chef in the morning and one not so good so sometimes the eggs and pancakes were better than others.

I do agree with the comments re drinks, they are expensive in the hotel. Its cheaper to get lunch(we were half board) in the shopping centre next door. Basically the hotel is well worth the money and the 4 stars, I would go again.

Dont pay for the transfer from the airport as it only cost about 9 Euros in a taxi but allow plenty of time to get from the hotel to the airport as our 'it will be 15 mins' took 50 mins as they are so busy on a Wed or Sat.

One more thing, dont take towels as you can hire them there for 10 euros each person, change them everyday and then at the end of the holiday as long as you have your receipt you get your money back. Bargain, as towels are so heavy.

I even used the laudry service whilst there, 6 euros for 5 items and they were returned in 2 days.

Enjoy !!

The hotel was exceptionally clean and well kept, the rooms were the largest we had stayed in and very comfortable.

The food was wonderful, my husband is the fussiest eater I know and he thought the food was superb!

The hotel is right on the beach and a man made cove was fine for our 5 year old to play and swim in but not exactly a beach lovers choice.

It was a walk to town and will be a nice one when the promenade is finished but the taxi's were very cheap. The staff were all fantastic especially the kids club Manuela, who our son adored. The entertainment was a bit mixed, a few nights were excellent (four tops tribute) but others only really good as background music.

All in all it was a wonderful holiday and highly recommended.

The Elba Sara is a terrific hotel on the outskirts of Caleta.

The rooms are spacious, comfortable and well equipped. Separate bathroom with shower, loo, wash basin and bidet. Rooms are cleaned thoroughly every day and towels changed on request.

Food is of a good standard with lots of choice for breakfast and dinner. Friendly staff cleared tables quickly and efficiently. Drinks are a little pricey, we reckon we spent around

This hotel and resort was spotless.

The food was fantastic - spoilt for choice most days.

We found the location of the hotel pleasant, a two minute walk to small, uncrowded beach and small shopping centre with a few restaurants. Approx. twenty minute stroll along the sea front to the harbour and another good selection of bars and shops.

The staff at the hotel were friendly but their English could have been better, this was not a major problem.

The evening entertainment was very good although there was not entertainment every night - in the 7 days we were there we saw four very good shows.

We would return back to this hotel in the future as we had a fab time.

For a four star hotel Elba Sara offered alot more than other hotels of the same rating.

We found the hotel spotless at all times.

The staff very helpful.

The food was outstanding, huge amount of choice and good variation. My 3 year old son was even spoilt for choice.

There are 3 large swimming pools with lots of open space around for sun loungers, tables and parasols.

Entertainnment seemed somewhat limited-especially as 90% of the guests were families.

I was dissapointed with the location. Thomas Cook describes this hotel as beach front. This part of the beach is suitable only for walking on, and swimming is forbidden in the sea near the hotel.

There is some aircraft noise at this Hotel but nothing noticable.

The hotel was clean and spotless at all times. Our suite was particularly spacious and had fantastic views.

The food was good but the same menu every night.

Whilst the staff were helpful and worked very hard there was not enough of them. Tables, if they were cleared at all were cleared very slowly. There were often not enough place settings and clients had to lay their own tables. The Le Tucan restaurant by the pool was particularly bad at this.

Professional entertainment was provided four times a week in the Broadway Bar, but very little else.

The hotel was located about twenty minutes walk from the resort.

No matter how fussy you are, you could not fail to like the food as choice was extensive. When it came to meat and fish you were able to choose your own, say how many pieces you wanted and have it cooked freshly for you. Even cooked your pancakes and eggs as and when required at breakfast. Fresh orange and coffee at breakfast was yak! stick with the water.

The hotel is very impressive and absoloutly spotless. Bedrooms and bathrooms were fabulous and spacious, the specification of both was high. The beds are huge and extremely comfy. Daily maid provided, who always did an excellent job.

Pool areas great, no problem getting a sunbed. No need to bring beach towels as they are provided for you daily, just pay 10 euros deposit which is refunded to you, from reception at end of day.

The location was great, right next to shopping centre and a pleasant walk along beach front into the town. If you don't like walking then taxi into town costs less than 2 euros.

No problem with any of the staff and all English speaking. We only stayed to watch the entertainment on 2 evenings but what we saw was good. Not ripped off at the bar either, I was drinking Cava by the bottle which only cost 9 euros and was great.

Would not hesitate to stay at the Elba Sara again, hotel 5 * plus!! They even gave us a curtesy room for late check out with lots of fresh fluffy towels.