Delphin Palace - All Inclusive

“Birthday holiday ”

Review based on seven day stay in July 2023 Delphin Palace Hotel has to be the best hotel we've stayed at on Lara Beach.  Check-in was easy, greeted by smiles and friendly front desk staff. They gave us free beach bags and mobile phone pouches. Also very helpful throughout our stay.  Bedroom: ... more

Review based on seven day stay in July 2023 Delphin Palace Hotel has to be the best hotel we've stayed at on Lara Beach.  Check-in was easy, greeted by smiles and friendly front desk staff. They gave us free beach bags and mobile phone pouches. Also very helpful throughout our stay.  Bedroom: exceptionally clean, had all amenities you'd expect in a 5-star hotel, robes, slippers, toiletries, walking shower, mini bar topped every day, special requests always acknowledged.  The staff decorated the room for my birthday and made our stay extra memorable.  Restaurants, plenty of them and can choose to eat any unique cuisines. We always ate at the main restaurant as everyone wanted something different. There are plenty of vegetarian choices. The staff in the restaurant always smiling and happy to serve. No pushy requests for tips.  Entertainment was always fun and something to do for all with a different theme every day. My niece especially loved the Candy Day theme. The evening gala was fun as the staff and chefs would also join in, including management staff.  Spa: there's a sauna and steam room to use. The only downside I would say, is the spa staff trying to sell massages. Especially this gentleman by the pool trying to sell massages and treatments whilst you're trying to relax peacefully. He would not take no for an answer. I booked a haircut, but it was a huge mistake. The hairdresser made a mess of my hair and wanted me to pay her more money than I had already paid. I would not recommend their spa treatments, and watch out for the guy dressed in white by the pool areas targeting women for a hard sell. He was trying to sell an Indian massage he had no knowledge of.  Lara beach; Delphin's beach area is by far again the best, and we spent a lot of time in the sea.  Pool areas: the main pools can get very loud, with children screaming and jumping over your sunbeds!! There's a separate adult pool area we discovered on our 2nd day, and the staff let my 13-year-old niece stay in the area because she is quiet. The staff was always around to offer and take orders for drinks, again with a happy smile.  Area: we have been coming to Lara for many years; it once used to be quiet and peaceful, but over the years, it has become crowded and overly commercialised.  The local shops only accept £ $€, making things far more expensive than they are. I'd recommend heading into Tera City to shop. We went to the big Sunday Market, but again this has also changed and vendors are only accepting £€$.  Our overall experience at Delphin Palace was terrific, and I would recommend it.  I'd like to try their sister hotel next door, Delphin Imperial, next time! 

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“First Time to Turkey Antalya ”

Okay so we arrived 12 hours late to Turkey Early hours.... M25 accident missed our flight....it was an absolute nightmare at one point I didn't think we'd every get to our destination but we made it On arrival to Delphin palace hotel it was very quiet but actually really surprised there was a B... more

Okay so we arrived 12 hours late to Turkey Early hours.... M25 accident missed our flight....it was an absolute nightmare at one point I didn't think we'd every get to our destination but we made it On arrival to Delphin palace hotel it was very quiet but actually really surprised there was a Bellman on duty and receptionist which was really nice at 2.30am got checked in straight up to our room. Room itself was a standard land view wasn't spectacular visually but had everything we needed bathroom amenities were excellent nice small touches cotton buds nail files exfoliating pad slippers robes etc. Disappointed there was no Ironing facilities.... Would expect this at All 5* properties i ask the question prior to our arrival and brought my own travel iron definitely glad I did. Only one plug socket in the room which was inconvenient for charging phones ironing etc!! Mini bar was fairly good snack both sweet and savory can't understand why only one can of Pepsi was provided each day when room occupancy is a double! Curtains we're a nightmare didn't close fully to small so as sunrise the room was very bright. Balcony doors not double glazed so all road noise and Mosque calls was a real issue especially at 5am call. The bed was absolutely horrible and hard even with the mattress topper so uncomfortable sleeping on my side my body was numb that spoilt My sleeping every night. Room attendant was average some days the room was cleaned better than others and getting bedding changed was a little challenging due to language barriers. Food and beverage was good as I mentioned we got to the resort very late there a 24hr sports bar where we had a much deserved drink and a bite to eat.....so nice it was real food not the usual burgers and chips salads meats Rice bread soup and fresh cakes. Food generally was good something for everyone buffet restaurant is huge split into two areas very clean and well presented the only downside was food wasn't very hot even in the heated chafing dishes but plenty of choices gluten free ,diet, vegetarian vegan, pescatarian, carnivore fresh live station cooking. Hostess to greet you with hand sanitizer excellent no food poisoning or outbreaks of stomach bugs. We found it difficult to book the ala carte restaurants done between 9-12 I tried to call to make a reservation but couldn't be done over the phone!!!!! Had to find the guests relations office in person and can only book 1 day in advance!!!!! Not the best system for 21st modern century. Lot's of little small snacks Areas near the poolside doner kebab was excellent you couldn't go hungry at anytime on this resort if you missed breakfast there was something open. Small funfair for the children bumper cars Ferris wheel etc only open between 19.30-21.30 prime dinner time strange maybe that changes in the summer months. Beach was nice Sea to rough to swim. A nice Pier with beds and cabana and bar area spa staff hustling for business I guess we sat in the wrong Area of the beach constantly hastled. Evening entertainment well we didn't even know that this happened no information boards etc maybe because we checked in so late the night receptionists aren't as informative. Games room €9 per person for bowling €12 for a 1 hour on the billiards snooker tables. We had a nice time at Delphin palace resort not sure the guests patronage is for British people communicating as difficult at times most guests were of Eastern European Baltic countries That didn't interfere with out stay but resort is more geared towards those countries. Staff that we interacted with were warm and friendly Ellios sports bar and Ibrahim who looked after us for our anniversary dinner. Thanks for our anniversary present sent to our room. Thanks to all of the chefs who prepared and beautifully presented the food especially the desserts and cakes excellent chocolate brownie in the reception Area. Lovely Turkish coffee . YES we may return to one of the Delphin properties to compare our experience at the palace. Thanks for an enjoyable stay. I am very much attention to detail these were minor issues but I believe worth mentioning to improve guests experience. We were the only black couple at the resort, staff we welcoming and accommodating.

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