We have just got back from 6 nights at the Galaxia, booked as part of a last minute, cheap package holiday with love holidays. For this reason (and after reading negative reviews) we had very little expectations and just agreed we needed a bed to sleep in, and that we could spend our days on the beach. Firstly, upon arriving, we were informed by the receptionist that there was a “water issue that would be resolved tomorrow”, so we were actually placed in a sea view room in the 4 Star Hotel across the road for one night, with complimentary breakfast. It was my birthday- so no complaints. THE ROOM: The next day we were able to check in smoothly at The Galaxia (all be it- a little scared after staying the night in a 4* hotel). We were placed in Room 204 and genuinely - other than the fact there was no air con and we didn’t have a sea view- very little difference to the Gran Bahia (expect a bathroom door..but that’s no biggie for us). The lovely female receptionist provided us with a fan which pretty much solved the no air con problem- and our view was still lovely as we had the lovely painted mural on the building opposite right across from our balcony which gave it some character. Our room was cleaned daily and the beds were very comfortable. The only issue we had was the shower as if you put it to its full power, it jetted upwards and flooded the room, the plastic shower curtain was also a little outdated. However- to be expected in a 1 star. Furthermore we found the WiFi to be very poor- but easily solved as pretty much all the surrounding bars and restaurants had free wifi. THE POOL: We loved the pool area. It was clean, the wooden Sun beds with comfortable green cushioning were great! Much nicer than the plastic ones were used to in cheap hotels. THE BAR: The bar was lovely, very reasonably priced and the two barmen we met were incredibly polite (and generous with measures!). There is a pool table, lots of seating, both inside and out as well as a fully stocked bar. THE FOOD: We did not pay to eat at The Galaxia (we booked room only) as we had read previous reviews about the food being poor. We cannot provide on opinion on the food as we did not eat there, however for a 1* hotel, you mustn’t presume a gourmet meal. Furthermore there were so many brilliant- reasonably priced restaurants and bars around which made our holiday! Our personal favourites were The Baracuda Bar, The Poker Bar, The Jamaica & The Miami. THE STAFF: The staff we came across were very friendly and accommodating. THE LOCATION: The location of the hotel is probably the best asset. A stones throw away from the beach, restaurants, bars, a supermarket, cafes. A five minute walk gets you to the ‘Can Picafort’ sign, where we were able to book a boat trip, and there were other attractions also. The Can Picafort Market also took place here on Fridays. There is also a stop for the Can Picafort train less than 50m from the hotel. We could not have asked for a better l
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