“I just did!!”

Everything here a 10 +++++ = LOCATION, VIEWS, SERVICE, FOOD. The best on Spain's Costa Blanca & decidedly NOT to be missed.

“Fantastic 5* hotel on beautiful coastline...”

We had the joy of staying in room 33 "Vega" in the Torre Paradis for 3 nights. This is not a cheap hotel, but it is important to note that unlike many hotels in Spain, this is a proper 5* hotel in the grand old sense, and very traditional so made a very nice change from the ultra modern 5* hotel... more

We had the joy of staying in room 33 "Vega" in the Torre Paradis for 3 nights. This is not a cheap hotel, but it is important to note that unlike many hotels in Spain, this is a proper 5* hotel in the grand old sense, and very traditional so made a very nice change from the ultra modern 5* hotels that may do everything well but lack any character or charm. This hotel is spread out over a large area with a multitude of buildings and sections, direct access to two beaches (one is a naturist beach), a great health and pool club, a lovely bar with epic views, a brilliant small pool area also with its own bar and more stunning views and all kinds of rooms and suites. Our arrival at Montiboli was great. The guy on reception came and got all of our luggage from our car & took us on the walk to our room in the Torre Paradis which is on the far side of the hotel...it was a bit of an expedition but this made it feel more exclusive and we knew we had more privacy and a better view and we were not disappointed...if we could wake up to this view every day we would be in paradise and the sunrises (east facing) were spectacular and that's an understatement! The room, while a bit old fashioned had been updated and had all the necessary modern touches and a balcony with the most wonderful views. The bed was super comfy and there was plenty of room to store luggage and clothes as well as a very nice shower and bathroom. Staff at the hotel are superb and all are really friendly, especially the front office and bar teams. We also enjoyed the spa pool and activities in the leisure club. One of the main highlights was breakfast though. Not only was there amazing sunrises to enjoy, but the spread of food was incredible and the quality of everything in particular the freshly made tortillas was outstanding. Overall, one of the best breakfasts I've had in any hotel globally. And the main pool area was glorious...probably helped that it was a bit quieter as it was October but enjoying a bottle of chilled Cava by the poolside was bliss. The hotel also has plentiful free parking spaces across the main road and great access to the main roads nearby (and trains) to get to key places such as Alicante and Villajoyosa with a huge selection of restaurants. Overall, we would highly recommend this hotel for a luxurious 5* hotel experience.

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“Luxurious Views”

This is our second year here, last year we came in August but we have found it more pleasant this year in September due to the weather is cooler and the hotel isn’t as busy. Our experience has been very luxurious yet again, feeling totally relaxed with magical sea views. Excellent service aro... more

This is our second year here, last year we came in August but we have found it more pleasant this year in September due to the weather is cooler and the hotel isn’t as busy. Our experience has been very luxurious yet again, feeling totally relaxed with magical sea views. Excellent service around the pool bar area , with drinks and food freshly prepared. Breakfast is delicious with a fantastic variety of fresh food and a chef cooking on request I must say I missed seeing Miguel in the main restaurant as his attention to detail was very good, but all the other staff are pleasant and provide a good service. Again the views are breathtaking. I enjoyed the food, tasting different foods each night as I enjoy fish and meat. I requested chips every night for hubby and it wasn’t a problem. Wine menu outstanding choice We stayed in a suite and our maid service has been outstanding clean sheets every day. Which has been appreciated

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“Beautiful location”

We enjoyed our stay - and were pleased to return to the Montiboli again after many years (though sorry to see that the water feature in the entrance courtyard had gone and the area has been paved over instead). The location of the hotel is superb, with the choice of two beaches either side and... more

We enjoyed our stay - and were pleased to return to the Montiboli again after many years (though sorry to see that the water feature in the entrance courtyard had gone and the area has been paved over instead). The location of the hotel is superb, with the choice of two beaches either side and two pools. The grounds and garden and staff are excellent and the rooms are spacious. Maintenance is also clearly done to high standards, everything is clean and well kept and the gardens are well looked after. However, the hotel feels rather dated and rather 20th Century e.g. the furniture in the rooms is rather old/out of fashion. A small investment in more premium furniture and fittings would make a HUGE difference. That said, our bed and pillows were excellent! Also, a door on the toilet in our bathroom would have been helpful - as would a vanity mirror in the bathroom. And why dual showers, but only a single basin in the bathroom? As some other reviews have said, the breakfast is not up to 5 star hotel standards - reduce the quantity of the breakfast offering (there is just too much that many people likely do not want) and increase the quality e.g. more premium breakfast cereals and not in individual packets (not very sustainable). Plus Country Store muesli is such a 1970ies brand! Perhaps hotel management should visit some 5 star hotels in other countries to experience their breakfast offering. And the bar on the lobby floor with balcony is a wasted opportunity - use that instead for the restaurant, with open air balcony (at least outside the hotter summer months).

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