Abora Catarina by Lopesan Hotels

Agnieszka Gnatkowska

This was my second stay at this hotel, and I truly hope to come back again - some day! Haha! The animation team was the absolute highlight for me and my 6-year-old son. We actually returned for the second time mainly because of them. Their energy is infectious, and you can really see that they genuinely enjoy what they do. They made our stay truly special. There are four swimming pools (including one for children and one indoor adults-only pool). There is also a kids club with a large playground, a small lake with little fish, a game room, table tennis, billiards, a gym, and a snack bar offering both healthy options and classic fast food snacks. There is really plenty to do for both kids and adults. The reception staff, waitresses, and cleaning team were all very friendly and helpful throughout our stay. The location is great — about a 5-minute walk to Las Dunas and 15 minutes to the beach. The area is quiet and peaceful, perfect for relaxing. As for the negative reviews: yes, in some places the paint is peeling a bit, and the food — especially for meat lovers — is not very varied. The fish, however, was excellent and prepared differently every day. But this is a 4-star hotel, not a 5-star one. This was our fifth holiday together, and for the first time I was truly satisfied — and I have stayed in 5-star hotels before as well. My son is not very social and can be quite picky, yet here he felt comfortable and happy from day one Of course, I could point out more small imperfections. But I came here to relax and have fun, not to overanalyze the walls or focus on gourmet dining. For that, choose a 5-star hotel. What matters most to me is that the hotel is clean, there’s no mold on the walls, nice view, fresh and good food and wine, and there’s plenty of space and activities for both me and my son. We had a wonderful time and will definitely return one day. Ciao!

Karl

We arrived on Sunday and overall had a great experience at this hotel. Initially, we weren’t too happy with the room we were given, so we asked if any upgrades were available. The receptionist (I believe her name was Luna) was extremely helpful and checked availability for us. She explained that nothing was free that day but asked us to return the next day after check-out time. When we came back, she wasn’t on shift, but she had already left detailed notes on our booking, which made everything seamless. The team then gave us keys to view two alternative rooms and choose what suited us best. The room we chose was excellent, a lovely open terrace with extended glass balcony views, plus a shower and jacuzzi, which really made the stay feel special. My partner and daughter were very happy with the upgrade. The reception team really stood out. Staff like Luna, Lydia, Tommy, and Oscar were all incredibly professional, welcoming, and genuinely helpful. They went above and beyond from recommending restaurants to helping with bookings and taxis. If I had my own hotel business, I would definitely hire all of the staff here. They are extremely professional and a real asset to the company. The management should be proud to have a team like this. Overall, a great stay with excellent service, and I would definitely recommend it.

Stanislav Milkov

The staff are the absolute selling point! From the reception staff, through the cleaning, restaurant staff, bartenders and most of all the animation team. The animation team does their absolute utmost and their efforts make the holiday and time very pleasant. The rooms are comfortable but dated. The beds are already out of shape and other facilities in the room can be renovated. Definitely the insulation must be improved as you can hear everything from outside. Food is a hit or a miss. Some dishes are absolutely delicious some are very mediocre. It really depends on the theme of the night for dinner per se. Dessert bar is subpar a 4 star hotel. The snack bars are all purely fast food, which is also very poor quality. The coffee is quite poor, unless you buy one, but the alcoholic drinks are good! Very rich choice for drinks, including cocktails made in person.

Ian c73

Be prepared to be told off if you take glasses to your room for the watered down drinks from horrid dispensers( there are only the toothbrush glasses in the room). Bathroom towels you could read a newspaper through theyre so thin.Not truly all inclusive so much nickel and diming €1 everytime you ask for a clean pool towel. €2 a day for the safe you also pay extra for a nice coffee or orange juice. Food beyond bland and they missell upgraded rooms. Location fairly good but if you're used to a good standard be prepared to stare longingly at the riu palace across the street.

Malin Therese Rosen

We had a fantastic week at Abora Catarina! It’s a great hotel, especially when travelling with children. Water slides, a kids’ club, and all‑inclusive with well‑stocked buffets offering something for everyone. The staff are friendly, patient, and always cheerful – a special thank to Katia at the buffet. The entertainment team is amazing, although we would have preferred the evening shows to start a little earlier. The hotel also has a perfect location close to the sand dunes and within walking distance of Meloneras, Playa del Inglés, and the Cita and Yumbo shopping centres. We’ve had a wonderful week filled with sun and swimming – a perfect break from the dark Swedish January.