Hotel Club Lacona
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Summary of reviewsHotel Club Lacona receives favorable reviews, predominantly centered on its idyllic location, making it a prime choice for guests wishing to explore the island of Elba. Its location offers proximity to one of the island’s most stunning beaches, scenic beauty and practical access to various attractions and amenities. This central positioning makes it particularly attractive for families with easy beach access and nearby services enhancing convenience.
Guests consistently praise the breakfast buffet for its abundance, variety and high-quality offerings, making for a satisfying start to the day. Despite some mixed feedback on beverages and dining ambiance, the friendly service and complementary hotel amenities like the pool generally elevate the breakfast experience.
The hotel’s dinner service receives mixed reviews. While the buffet variety and food quality are appreciated by many, some guests critique the overall dining experience as being more akin to a cafeteria rather than a high-end restaurant. Issues like repetitive menu options and high costs without drinks are noted, though the good service stands out positively.
Guestrooms at Hotel Club Lacona are highlighted for their spaciousness, cleanliness and modern renovations. Comfortable furnishings, modern amenities and features like large windows and balconies contribute to a cozy atmosphere. However, some critiques focus on small room sizes, inadequate privacy and outdated bathroom fittings.
Cleanliness is another area with diverse feedback. While many guests commend the clean ambiance and well-maintained pool area, several visitors report insufficient cleaning standards, dated bathroom fixtures and occasional maintenance issues.
The staff at Hotel Club Lacona are often described as friendly, welcoming and professional with specific praise for the reception and children’s entertainment team. While a few mentions of less favorable staff interactions exist, the majority of experiences are positive.
The unique provision of individual private Wi-Fi for each room, although inconsistent in availability, adds a modern touch to the facility. However, stronger and more reliable wifi would be beneficial.
The pool area receives high acclaim for its cleanliness, beauty and accessibility, often being described as a highlight of the stay. Its well-maintained condition and serene atmosphere add significantly to the overall guest experience.
Parking options at the hotel receive mixed feedback. Free and paid options cater to different needs, though the limited number of free spots and convenience of unloading luggage could be improved. Motorcycle parking provides extra flexibility for certain guests.
Hotel Club Lacona stands out as a favorable choice for families, offering an environment enriched by family-friendly amenities, comfortable beds and abundant breakfast options. The serene location within a pine forest and near the sea enhances the family vacation experience.
While reports about the comfort of beds vary with many guests appreciating the spacious and comfortable mattresses, others criticize the firmness and quality of bedding. Mixed feedback regarding this aspect points to the potential for improvements in consistency.
Lastly, feedback on the hotel’s four-star rating is mixed. Some guests feel that the hotel does not fully meet four-star standards due to dated structures and some service inconsistencies, suggesting room for enhancement in certain areas to meet guest expectations better.
Overall, Hotel Club Lacona provides a mostly satisfying experience with its prime location, ample amenities and friendly service, making it a solid choice, particularly for families exploring Elba.
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Guests consistently praise the breakfast buffet for its abundance, variety and high-quality offerings, making for a satisfying start to the day. Despite some mixed feedback on beverages and dining ambiance, the friendly service and complementary hotel amenities like the pool generally elevate the breakfast experience.
The hotel’s dinner service receives mixed reviews. While the buffet variety and food quality are appreciated by many, some guests critique the overall dining experience as being more akin to a cafeteria rather than a high-end restaurant. Issues like repetitive menu options and high costs without drinks are noted, though the good service stands out positively.
Guestrooms at Hotel Club Lacona are highlighted for their spaciousness, cleanliness and modern renovations. Comfortable furnishings, modern amenities and features like large windows and balconies contribute to a cozy atmosphere. However, some critiques focus on small room sizes, inadequate privacy and outdated bathroom fittings.
Cleanliness is another area with diverse feedback. While many guests commend the clean ambiance and well-maintained pool area, several visitors report insufficient cleaning standards, dated bathroom fixtures and occasional maintenance issues.
The staff at Hotel Club Lacona are often described as friendly, welcoming and professional with specific praise for the reception and children’s entertainment team. While a few mentions of less favorable staff interactions exist, the majority of experiences are positive.
The unique provision of individual private Wi-Fi for each room, although inconsistent in availability, adds a modern touch to the facility. However, stronger and more reliable wifi would be beneficial.
The pool area receives high acclaim for its cleanliness, beauty and accessibility, often being described as a highlight of the stay. Its well-maintained condition and serene atmosphere add significantly to the overall guest experience.
Parking options at the hotel receive mixed feedback. Free and paid options cater to different needs, though the limited number of free spots and convenience of unloading luggage could be improved. Motorcycle parking provides extra flexibility for certain guests.
Hotel Club Lacona stands out as a favorable choice for families, offering an environment enriched by family-friendly amenities, comfortable beds and abundant breakfast options. The serene location within a pine forest and near the sea enhances the family vacation experience.
While reports about the comfort of beds vary with many guests appreciating the spacious and comfortable mattresses, others criticize the firmness and quality of bedding. Mixed feedback regarding this aspect points to the potential for improvements in consistency.
Lastly, feedback on the hotel’s four-star rating is mixed. Some guests feel that the hotel does not fully meet four-star standards due to dated structures and some service inconsistencies, suggesting room for enhancement in certain areas to meet guest expectations better.
Overall, Hotel Club Lacona provides a mostly satisfying experience with its prime location, ample amenities and friendly service, making it a solid choice, particularly for families exploring Elba.
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About Hotel Club Lacona
License: 049004ALB0016, IT049004A183QQBDBL
Guest Reviews
Location
The hotel's proximity to both the sea and the capital of the island offers both scenic beauty and practicality. It is nestled in a park area, providing a peaceful environment while still being close to helpful amenities such as private parking, a swimming pool and a beach reserved for hotel guests. The locale also includes a variety of nearby restaurants and bars, enhancing the overall guest experience.
Guest reviews consistently highlight the combination of a beautiful natural setting, comfortable accommodations and a strategic position allowing for short travel times to various island destinations. Whether it's enjoying the nearby Gulf of Lacona or venturing to picturesque towns like Capoliveri and Portazzurro, Hotel Club Lacona's location is often praised as unbeatable for a relaxed yet adventurous stay on Elba.
Breakfast
The coffee and fruit juices, however, received mixed feedback with some guests noting that these beverages could be improved. The breakfast area has been described as chaotic and noisy at times, suggesting room for improvement in the dining ambiance. There were a few comments regarding the commercial nature of some breakfast items and the quality not fully meeting expectations for a four-star hotel.
Despite these few negative points, the friendly service and convenient amenities like the hotel pool complement the breakfast experience, making it a highlight of the stay for many visitors. Overall, the breakfast at Hotel Club Lacona succeeds in offering a satisfying and diverse start to the day.
Dinner
Rooms
The structure itself is noted for its beauty and guests appreciate the convenient location, which includes a large pool and close proximity to the beach. The rooms are generally well-furnished and well-organized, contributing to a pleasant stay.
However, there are a few criticisms. Some rooms were found to be small with specific issues such as insufficient coat hangers and privacy concerns due to connecting sliding doors. A few guests mentioned that the bathroom fittings could use some updates with small and old bathrooms being a common point of feedback. While most reviews highlight good cleanliness, there were a few negative incidents reported, including rooms not being clean upon arrival and maintenance issues like leaking showers and broken windows.
In summary, Hotel Club Lacona seems to deliver a mostly satisfying experience with its spacious, clean and well-furnished rooms. Despite a few shortcomings, the majority of guests leave with positive impressions, particularly appreciating the modern renovations and comfortable accommodations.
Beds
However, there are several critical observations as well. Some guests found the mattresses to be excessively hard with pillows likened to rocks, causing discomfort. There were mentions of outdated and uncomfortable bed structures, as well as issues such as broken slats in the bed frames and lumpy or low-quality sheets. The practice of keeping sheets unchanged for several days also detracted from the sleeping experience.
In summary, while Hotel Club Lacona can boast many satisfied guests when it comes to bed comfort, there are notable areas for improvement to ensure a consistently restful night's sleep for all patrons.
Cleanliness
However, there are consistent remarks about areas where cleanliness and maintenance need significant improvement. Many travelers found the cleaning effort to be superficial with some citing stained towels and sheets, unclean carpets in the corridors and dated bathroom fixtures that often lead to water leakage and flooding. Guests reported finding a notable lack of thorough cleaning in both rooms and common areas with some even encountering hair and sand in their bathrooms and an unpleasant odor in the corridors.
While the hotel's cleanliness does commendations from some, a considerable number of guests were disappointed, pointing to the need for higher cleaning standards to align with the hotel's advertised star rating.
Staff
While the majority of the staff is highlighted for their exceptional hospitality, there are a few mentions of less positive experiences with certain staff members, including some instances of unfriendliness and issues with the cleaning staff. However, these instances appear to be exceptions rather than the norm.
Overall, Hotel Club Lacona boasts a dedicated team, especially in reception and children's entertainment, that consistently provides a welcoming and courteous atmosphere, contributing significantly to the guests' positive experience.
Wi-Fi
Additionally, while the breakfast service is generally appreciated, guests pointed out that the hot drinks provided are not freshly prepared, consisting instead of machine-made beverages. Despite these concerns, the overall ambiance and amenities of Hotel Club Lacona remain appealing for many visitors, though improved Wi-Fi access would significantly enhance the guest experience.
Pool
Many guests have highlighted the excellent maintenance and the pleasant ambiance of the pool area. Its central location makes it convenient for getting around, especially with the beautiful beach nearby. Additionally, guests appreciate the surrounding views and the serene environment of the pool, which often becomes the most beautiful moment of their day.
However, it’s important to note that some have mentioned the pool closes at 7 PM and a few hinted that the overall atmosphere could be improved. Nonetheless, the positive elements such as good cleanliness, the availability of a restaurant and bar and close proximity to the beach, combined with an amazing breakfast, make the pool a standout feature at Hotel Club Lacona.
Parking
Family
Guests highlight the hotel's commitment to family-friendly amenities, noting the presence of children's entertainment which is considered excellent. The amenities extend to very comfortable beds and a beautiful pool, adding to the overall family appeal. Additionally, the abundant breakfast serves as a delightful start to a day of activities and exploration.
The hotel not only caters to those looking for a short getaway but is also well-suited for longer stays and as a base for exploring the island. While rooms might be on the smaller side and could do with additional coat hangers, the overarching consensus is that Hotel Club Lacona is a great choice for families, offering a relaxing and fun-filled environment for both parents and children.
4 Star
Visitors mentioned specific shortcomings such as non-functioning phones, the absence of a courtesy kit and inconsistent bathroom soap supplies, which further contribute to doubts about its four-star status. Additionally, there have been critiques about the hotel's inability to adequately cater to urgent needs, such as providing food for a woman in an emergency, insulin-dependent condition.
Overall, many reviews indicate that the hotel's facilities and services fall short of what is expected for the price and the purported star rating.
Yes, Hotel Club Lacona has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Hotel Club Lacona.
Yes, Hotel Club Lacona welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Hotel Club Lacona.
No, Hotel Club Lacona doesn't have a gym.
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