Iberostar Waves Gaviotas Park

“Couldn't have asked for anything any better”

Wonderful hotel second time we have been and will go again lovely staff nothing is to much trouble food is amazing great for younger children with the pool and blow up bouncy in pool and games entertainment very good the cleanliness is second to none a big shout out to the cleaning staff … more

Wonderful hotel second time we have been and will go again lovely staff nothing is to much trouble food is amazing great for younger children with the pool and blow up bouncy in pool and games entertainment very good the cleanliness is second to none a big shout out to the cleaning staff it's spotless and a big thank you to our cleaner Monica she was lovely we also had a fabulous room

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“Wonderful hotel for a family holiday!”

A great family hotel! Positives: - extremely CLEAN, spotless!! - great food and drink (decent all inclusive drinks included e.g. brand name gin, Aperol, decent local rum etc) - good labelling of food; my husband is a vegetarian coeliac and found something tasty to have everyday and didn't get ill a… more

A great family hotel! Positives: - extremely CLEAN, spotless!! - great food and drink (decent all inclusive drinks included e.g. brand name gin, Aperol, decent local rum etc) - good labelling of food; my husband is a vegetarian coeliac and found something tasty to have everyday and didn't get ill at all....no cross contamination here! - quality evening entertainment, the magician was genuinely amazing! - great selection of pools for every age - staff are all so lovely and attentive, constantly cleaning/clearing, absolute credit to the hotel! - beach is a very short walk away, to vary up the days! - we appreciate the hotels commitment to the environment and eco initiatives.....loved the little reuse area for people to leave floats, spades etc....and no single use straws! Cons: - didn't like that the kids beds in the family room were in the main area; I felt nervous that they were in a room which opened onto the main corridor and also onto the balcony (would've preferred the kids beds to be in the inner room, where the double bed is) - not much organised pool entertainment (previously stayed in another iberostar and they had pool carpets and competitions etc all the time with music)....I suspect they assume the pre built facilities are enough to keep everyone entertained! - pools are very chilly on windy/overcast days and/or in the mornings....can they be heated in these cases? Overall an incredible hotel which we would definitely recommend! Thank you to all the staff for creating a memorable family holiday :)

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“Perfect family holiday”

Wow, our recent stay in April was truly an exceptional family holiday. From the moment we arrived, the staff were friendly, welcoming, and clearly dedicated to ensuring our stay was perfect. We arrived late and they greeted us with a drink and allowed us into the dining hall to grab some food eve… more

Wow, our recent stay in April was truly an exceptional family holiday. From the moment we arrived, the staff were friendly, welcoming, and clearly dedicated to ensuring our stay was perfect. We arrived late and they greeted us with a drink and allowed us into the dining hall to grab some food even though it was closing. The grounds and buildings were meticulously cleaned, and the lovely aroma surrounding the hotel added to the overall experience. The food options were by far the best we have encountered in an all-inclusive hotel! There were numerous freshly cooked stations, a fantastic kids’ corner option, and a wide array of drinks available. Being able to self-serve branded alcoholic drinks was definitely an additional perk! Our kids were absolutely thrilled with the swimming pool area. The slides and bouncy pillow kept them entertained for hours. The only downside was that the pools were a bit cold; however, we might have just experienced some unfortunate cold weather during our stay. The entertainment team was fantastic, offering a variety of activities that our kids loved, from the water carpet to the inflatable assault course. The mini disco each night and the evening shows were highlights as well. Not to mention, the stunning beach which was less than a 5-minute walk from the hotel—simply beautiful! We are seriously considering returning next year, and we can’t thank the staff enough for making our first family holiday abroad so memorable.

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“Really nice family hotel”

We recently stayed at Iberostar Waves Gaviotas Park and overall had a really enjoyable family holiday. The hotel itself is modern following its refurbishment and has clearly been designed with families in mind. There are plenty of facilities for children and everything feels well thought out. On… more

We recently stayed at Iberostar Waves Gaviotas Park and overall had a really enjoyable family holiday. The hotel itself is modern following its refurbishment and has clearly been designed with families in mind. There are plenty of facilities for children and everything feels well thought out. One of the positives was the availability of sun loungers. There was no need for the usual early morning rush to reserve beds, which made for a much more relaxing holiday. The self service drinks stations for both soft drinks and alcohol were excellent and very convenient. A special mention must go to the animation team. Layla was absolutely fantastic with the children and her enthusiasm never seemed to dip. Mike’s yoga classes were also excellent and became a highlight of the holiday. The main restaurant has a great play area for children, which is a nice touch for families. While the children’s food options were fairly basic, they included everything my son wanted and he was very happy throughout the stay. Our room (2404) was spotless. Housekeeping did an excellent job every day, usually cleaning early in the morning, and we had no complaints whatsoever regarding cleanliness. There were a few areas where the experience could be improved. While the entertainment team work incredibly hard, the evening entertainment feels a little disjointed. Once the children’s disco finishes, there can be a wait of around 45 minutes before the next show starts. The shows are also held indoors and I feel they lose a little impact as a result. With a larger stage and more headroom, the performances could be even more impressive. The food was somewhat hit and miss. Although themed nights are offered, around 70% of the food remains the same each evening, so the variety is not quite as extensive as it initially appears. The dining time allocation system also seemed unnecessary. At check in, guests are asked to select breakfast and dinner times, but we were then told these could be changed whenever we liked. If the times are flexible anyway, it is difficult to see the purpose of choosing them in advance, particularly when travelling with children whose schedules can vary from day to day. Our only real disappointment came during check in. We arrived at approximately 8.30pm and were told our bags and passports would be looked after while we went for dinner before restaurant service finished at 9pm. This sounded like great customer service. However, when we returned, our bags were still sitting unattended in the middle of reception and our passports had not yet been processed. While the staff apologised on several occasions, it was still frustrating as our belongings had been left unattended. Despite these minor issues, this is a really nice family hotel with excellent staff, great facilities for children, clean rooms and a relaxed atmosphere. We would happily recommend it to families looking for a stress free holiday in Fuerteventura and would certainly consider returning.

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