La Blanche Island Bodrum

A week before going I checked the reviews again and they weren’t great. Didn’t have to worry at all, it didn’t live up to those. It was clean and whilst at the end of the season probably needed a few refreshing touches around due to normal wear and tear it was still a beautiful setting. Lovely place and the best first impression of Turkey. Loads of food choices in the main restaurant there were a number of restaurants which had a cost linked to them, we tried Vira - the fish restaurant was a great menu (cold baklava is very much worth it) and beautiful setting. I didn’t get his name but my thanks (if they could be passed on please) to the barman in the sunset lounge who went a little further to make really good gin and tonics for me when I asked for them done slightly differently. He’s got a tattoo on his neck and can make a mean cocktail too apparently if anyone’s still there/going for the end of this season. They were all good though and I didn’t have any problems with staff who weren’t fluent in English-they got someone who was if they didn’t understand. The massages in the spa are worth doing really set off the relaxing week to unwind I was there for, (Andy will do a good price) along with a trip to Kos and it seemed like we were there for 2 minutes not a week. Families around us seemed to love doing the watersports on offer with Jimmy keeping them all entertained, the beaches linked to the hotel were safe, plenty of loungers and space in little snippets so it didn’t seem too overcrowded. There are some steep walkways around the grounds but there are golf carts available for anyone who struggles with mobility (or even if you don’t). Whilst we didn’t really see much of the entertainment, what we did see was very good, Ethiopian acrobats were quite something. On the whole the Animation team were vibrant and engaging and heard quite a few younger people talking about following them on social media to engage more with them when home. I don’t often like going back to places I’ve already tried, just so I can try something new but I would definitely consider going back here even just to go try Toms restaurant trip in Bodrum and a few more of the trips nearby to explore the area.

- It was a really nice visit, and the staff were all really friendly and amazing. Not all spoke English, but they'd find someone to help if needed. - Bar staff were really nice and make excellent drinks. Nice and strong and decent quality. - The room was really comfortable with plenty of space, very nice mattress and seating area. TV was a little small but you hardly used it anyway. - The entertainment staff were friendly, and the spa staff were not pushy at all - The food, while tasty and with enough variety for a week's stay, was always lukewarm. (Cold scrambled eggs) It was rare to get something hot, I dont think that the heating plates were working, or they were turned off. - Desserts were always rrally good, little tarts, cheesecakes, baklava etc - The snack bars were good, burgers, chicken strips, wraps etc were nice little bites.The tacos were not tacos, but a bit of chicken with spicy sauce covering. - The Starbucks on site was also really good, though it was only one girl working, and while she moved quickly the queues were about 10 mins -The pools were freezing, it was ucomfortable to be in there for a long time. The sea was warmer. - The sunbeds were all comfortable, plenty of shelter if you dont want to be in the sun, and dont want to mess about with umbrella's - About 30 mins from the airport so a little far from town.

The hotel is set in fantastic grounds with superb views. The hotel rooms are clean and well presented. The food is also good with a good selection. It’s a lovely place to stay. In particular we have been extremely well looked after by Bostan on the guest relations desk.

Our stay at this hotel overall was extremely satisfying and relaxing. Lots of strengths with some little areas where they could improve. The positives are incredible panoramic views which enhanced a real relaxing wellbeing feeling. The restaurant and bar staff in general were extremely helpful and friendly, plenty of choice with the food and an excellent out door grilling area where you could get awesome grilled fish and meats, the turkey was particularly good. We also enjoyed using the spa facilities especially the sauna and gym again friendly and helpful. Especially the lady in the gym very nice, and Andy from the spa. If you fancy a trip to Bodrum a bus picks you up just outside the main entrance and returns all for about €3 ea saves a fortune on taxes, worked well for us and enjoyed the visit especially for shopping. Pools very clean always a life guard about plenty of fresh towels available. Some staff walking about to invite you for trips to Bodrum or water sport, a big shout out to Tom and Jimmy very friendly and welcoming. Entertainment was really good, excellent shows and bands. We saw Harmony 4 one night extremely good lots of people dancing, headed by the entertainment team who were excellent headed up by Madi and Will very friendly and professional. Another strength lots of themed snack bar restaurants Mexican, Italian, Turkey etc, enjoyed those. So little negatives hotels a bit dated and needs refurbishing in certain areas, ie lots of tiles cracked and patched up in the outside areas, runs need updating to although spectacular views!. A problem in rush hour timing at the main restaurant we could not find a table and had to wait. Also although Star bucks was amazing we spent to much time in queues waiting for our drinks up to 30 minutes sometimes. To resolve this it’s so popular just get another machine and person and problem solved. Although beach area was nice there was not enough staff clearly rubbish away after people had eaten so often left over paper plates and cups about, this aspect should be improved on as it would improve your experience. So to conclude very happy overall with great strengths some small problems but would definitely come back and would say excellent value for the money. Thanks la blanch we had an amazing holiday!!

This hotel is without doubt the best place iv been I stayed to to date. The views, sunset and vibes are unmatched . Madi and the animation crew are so kind and have entertained us everyday we have been here defiantly coming again I will recommend to anyone