Aparthotel Marina Drach

“A refreshing change”

My husband, daughter, granddaughter and I have travelled extensively across many parts of the world and stayed in a wide variety of accommodation. The Marina Drach stands out as a refreshing change. The staff (notably the Jennifer, Soraya and two other reception staff members) were exceptionally ca… more

My husband, daughter, granddaughter and I have travelled extensively across many parts of the world and stayed in a wide variety of accommodation. The Marina Drach stands out as a refreshing change. The staff (notably the Jennifer, Soraya and two other reception staff members) were exceptionally caring, kind and considerate. We received a warm welcome from them and they remained attentive throughout our stay — nothing was ever too much trouble. Their command of English is excellent and they were very patient and encouraging when listening to our attempts at Spanish. The accommodation is clean and comfortable, and the pool, while a little unseasonably cold (due to a wet spring), is immaculate. The seating area offers a good mix of sun and shade, making it a relaxing place to spend time. The views from our rooms were beautiful, especially when watching the sunsets. The breakfast offered excellent value for money, with a wide variety of fresh local produce. It catered equally well to those keen to sample Mallorcan cuisine and to others who prefer more traditional British or Continental options. Everything was beautifully and hygienically presented and the food was consistently delicious. The chips at lunchtime were excellent. Both breakfast and the chips were far superior to meals we experienced at several restaurants in Porto Cristo. Despite its reputation as a “fishing village”, there seemed to be a surprising lack of fresh fish available. Much of the food appeared pre-prepared, frozen and reheated on site. The paella, in particular, was almost identical wherever we went - right down to the freezer-burnt shellfish and strange, uniform pieces of processed fish. (We only had it once but caught sight of other diners eating it.) That said, the local supermarkets offer excellent fresh produce and Noghal Gourmet is particularly worth a visit for its outstanding selection of cured meats, cheeses and wines. We would recommend do-it-yourself picnics on the balcony!

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“Exceptional hospitality”

My parents booked a short family getaway at Aparthotel Marina Drach for themselves, my eight-year-old daughter and me. The main purpose of the trip was simply to complete our EES registration before the summer, so we weren't looking for anything particularly special. However, we were very pleasantl… more

My parents booked a short family getaway at Aparthotel Marina Drach for themselves, my eight-year-old daughter and me. The main purpose of the trip was simply to complete our EES registration before the summer, so we weren't looking for anything particularly special. However, we were very pleasantly surprised by our stay. Having travelled extensively, I can honestly say that this is one of the most welcoming hotels I have experienced. From the moment we arrived, the staff were friendly, attentive and genuinely interested in making our stay comfortable. In particular, Jennifer deserves special mention. Within a short time of our arrival, she had learned my daughter's name and made a real effort to engage with her throughout our stay, encouraging her to practise the little Spanish she knew. She was equally patient and encouraging with my parents and with my own attempts at speaking Spanish, helping to create a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere. What stood out most was the level of care shown by the staff. On one occasion, after I had spent the afternoon resting with the "Do Not Disturb" sign on the door, reception called later in the evening simply to check whether I needed anything. Another day, after returning from a sailing trip cold and soaked through, reception contacted us to ask whether we would like extra blankets. These thoughtful touches made a lasting impression. The hotel itself is fairly simple rather than luxurious, but it is very clean, the beds are comfortable, and the location is excellent. Breakfast offered a good variety of options, and the tortilla de patatas was particularly good. The pool is small and a bit chilly, but it’s quiet and has a partition between shallow baby pool and deeper pool. Overall, Aparthotel Marina Drach exceeded our expectations. While it may not be the most elaborate hotel, the exceptional hospitality and genuine care shown by the staff made it a memorable stay, and I would happily recommend it.

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“First time visitors, wonderful experience”

We really enjoyed our time at Marina Drach. Dora at the desk was extremely welcoming and helpful throughout our stay (Forza Napoli). Highly recommend this hotel as the location is great, 5 minute walk from the beach and restaurants.

“Amazing staff clean hotel”

I recently got married on the 25th September In porto cristo and stayed at this hotel for 2nignts over My wedding as it was in the area. I can not believe how amazing thw service was before and during my stay. The lovely lady who worked on reception was amazing made me feel at ease on check in, on … more

I recently got married on the 25th September In porto cristo and stayed at this hotel for 2nignts over My wedding as it was in the area. I can not believe how amazing thw service was before and during my stay. The lovely lady who worked on reception was amazing made me feel at ease on check in, on my own the 1st night, welcomed the bridal party the next day..she works so hard and has such a amazing caring helpful professional approach and a real credit to the hotel. The staff put on a bridal spread for the bridal party with balloons and cava amazing! We had a roof top room with views of the city and mountains. The staff where just so spot on and so helpful. Another member of staff actually gave us a lift to the venue due to taxis not reliable. A lovely hotel and staff who are a credit to this hotel. Room spotless grounds spotless well done everyone. And thank you for making my stay pleasant and amazing. I can't thank you enough 🤍

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