Globales Honolulu

I worried about booking the hotel despite the reviews saying there's no music by the pool and it's very quiet, as it was billed as a VIBE hotel on Jet2. However, I didn't need to worry at all! I stayed there for 7 nights at the end of September and it was a great experience for a solo trip. The hotel is very quiet, apart from a tiny bit of noise in the corridor one night. I didn't realise how close it was to 'the strip' of Magaluf. Didn't hear a peep (thank god). Admittedly this might have been due to being low season. The hotel is clean and stylish, in a quite basic way. It's definitely not high end luxury but it's not cheap trash either. The pool(s) are lovely, I easily got a sunbed every day and there was no one leaving towels out or racing for them. Food was great from the restaurant, breakfast was included although you had to pay extra for speciality coffee (latte etc) which I think is a bit of a shame. Just do them from a machine rather than a barista behind the counter, they're not as nice but then everyone can have them quickly and included. The half board system is good with money loaded onto a wristband which is definitely enough for a lunch or dinner and a drink (or 2 if non alcoholic). The prices are reasonable, better than restaurants by the beach although they were lovely to visit. I went to the closest beach, Platja de Son Maties, every day. It's a short walk down the hill and wasn't too packed, lots of families and people coming round offering a decent massage for very reasonable price. Would recommend as a budget hotel for a solo trip, I didn't expect bells and whistles but was pleasantly surprised at the standard of food, staff and happy with a clean and stylish room.

We are a couple in our 30’s just got back yesterday from 7 nights here. Rooms Minimal in style No iron ( you pay for that ) Had a nice view of the pool / sea No kettle Powerful large shower Towels were changed daily Balcony decent size Floors are all marble I think so it’s quite noisy when people walking around corridors or the heavy doors opening / closing. Walls seemed thin we had a couple arguing next door at 2am. Couldn't hear the sling shot ball thing on the strip only if you were stood out on the balcony. Tv had BBC One and BBC two / sky news Enjoyed using the wristband as a contactless key card to the room. Pillows were nice and soft. Pool Where was the DJ? no music played at all and no atmosphere around the pool .. not so much the VIBE hotel we thought it was going to be. The noise of the nearby street music or other peoples laughter this pool is pure relaxation. The pool area is clean and modern, well maintained. Not sure why the chairs and spray washed sometimes they are then wet to sit on in the morning. Sun Loungers around the pool lost the sun about 4pm but could be the time of year, the sun sets behind the hotel (opposite side the pool) Loungers are comfy Rented towels for a cash deposit only of 10€ pp, these towels are large but a bit tatty looking and well worn. You have to return the receipt to get your money back. Just an FYI. Pool opened around 9:30-10 when lifeguard arrived. No rush for loungers. No food around the pool. Food Had breakfast only at the hotel, was decent enough although I felt like I ate the same thing for 7 days. Got busy from 9am onwards. Queue for the eggs station. I just enjoyed the yogurt and fresh honey with toppings. Quite a lot of sweet pastries to eat. People were half board had a 18€ allowance to spend off the menu boards. No food is labelled so not great if you have allergy / intolerances. Ordered a burger and fries one lunch time you get given a bleeper to go back and collect, seemed to take a long time to make a burger was ok. Decent enough choice for everyone. Location It is at the top of a little steep incline, it did get me out of breath but you just take it at your own pace. Behind the hotel if you turn left there is a path down to an Aldi which is useful for bottled water or cheap lager cans and a bus stop to Santa ponsa. WiFi is fast and strong all around hotel. No real rowdiness just the odd night maybe take ear plugs incase. Lifts near reception were a bit slow, use the lifts in the middle of the hotel instead as they are quieter. Was a lovely stay if you get a good deal go for it :-)

We stayed for 5 nights at the hotel and it has everything you need for an enjoyable stay. The beds were comfortable and the room was spacious. The service we received from the waiters & the duty manager Ian was second to none. They were all very chatty and always having a laugh with you each night, very helpful offering to bring drinks over to your table so you don’t have to stand and wait which is appreciated. The gent on the bar makes the best cocktails (especially mojitos). The frappes are also really nice. The restaurant is lovely serving a variety of great food, all cooked fresh. You get a band with €18 allowance (buffet breakfast is separate) and this will get you a meal and a soft drink. If you prefer an alcoholic drink with your meal, you will need a little more to spend, bare in mind cocktails are around €9.90. Buffet style breakfast is also plentiful with a variety to choose from. The restaurant has great ambience with background music & a lovely indoor and outdoor seating area so that you can enjoy your meal with a view of the sea. The beach is less than a 5 minute walk away and there are plenty of bars & restaurants on the seafront if you do decide to eat out or are staying B&B. We didn’t use the pool so can’t comment on that although it looked lovely, plenty of sun beds this time of year (October). As others mentioned, no music & no entertainment. There are live music & karaoke bars around a short distance away. The hotel is up a steep hill so bare in mind if you struggle with this. Spar shop is less than a minute away if you need anything. Busses to Palma and other areas are frequent and only a 5 minute walk away if you do wish to go on a day trip somewhere else. Overall we had a great stay here and if you are looking for somewhere to relax I would definitely recommended cooks club.