Hotel Casablanca Suites (Calella, Spain)

Guests love the convenience of the self-catering facilities, and say that the kitchenettes are in great condition and very well equipped. It makes life easy if you want to cook for yourself instead of going out for all meals, or even if you just need a corkscrew and some glasses.

The location gets top marks from guests, who like the proximity it offers to Calella's beach and bars. Most things you'll need, including shops and supermarkets, are just a short stroll away, and you'll quickly get to know the resort from this central base.

The levels of cleanliness and comfort are excellent, according to guests, with everything very well maintained and in good working order. The air conditioning is a blessing in the heat of the summer, and you should enjoy a good night's sleep in the comfy beds.

The layout can be a little confusing at first, according to some guests, since Casablanca Suites has a sister hotel across the road, which is where the reception, pool and restaurant are all located. It also means you might have to trudge back and forth several times a day.

Some guests report that it can be a little noisy at night, owing to the bar and disco nearby. If you're not out enjoying it, then the music might prove to be annoying, especially if you have one of the street-facing rooms.

Not all rooms have a balcony or terrace, and guests say that those which don't only have small windows, some with bars on, so you don't get the same ambiance and sense of space. If you can, it's probably worth paying a bit extra to get a room with a balcony.