I've just come back from a holiday in Ayia Napa and want to give my opinion of the bars there.
To start with, it's a really nice place. A small town in Cyprus, typically known for being a party lover's choice of holiday, you'd expect it to be full of English people throwing litter around, ... Read review
Grecian Bay, Ayia Napa
With breathtaking sea views, this luxury hotel is set beside the golden sands of Ayia ... more
Napa's beaches and features a selection of pools and dining options.Spend your day in comfort on a sun lounger at the beach before diving into the huge, lagoon-style swimming pool at the Grecian Bay. You can also relax in the indoor spa pool after an indulgent massage treatment or session in the gym.Dine on delicious, international table d'hote cuisine at the elegant Esperia Restaurant. There is also the Fisherman's Hut, set under a canopy and specialising in fresh fish dishes. Café Aurora provides a more informal venue, serving snacks and hot meals.The Grecian Bay lies in the south-east corner of Cyprus, along a coastline full of small bays of fine sand. Enjoy a relaxing day on these beaches or hiking, biking or walking along the local scenic nature trails.
Mon Repos, Ayia Napa
Offering a lovely garden setting, Mon Repos is favourably located within 5 minutes' walk ... more
of the beach and just 5 minutes' drive from the nightlife of Ayia Napa.Rent a bike to explore your beautiful surroundings or try some water sports at the beach. Have a swim in the pool, or relax on the garden terrace.Visit the exciting water park, less than 10 minutes' walk away, or the charming harbour. During the summer, eat by the pool before choosing a drink at the bar.Mon Repos' rooms create a cosy home-from-home with their living room and kitchen. The hotel also makes the perfect base for trips and staff are available to help with advice and car rental.Free transfer for all new bookings from May 09. Guests with a minimum stay of 7 nights enjoy a free transfer from Larnaca Airport. Please contact the hotel with arrival details using the contact information on your booking confirmation.
medieval monastery and only minutes away from a beautiful sandy beach, local bars and restaurants. Offering a variety of international restaurants and bars as well as a modern health centre, the Napa Plaza is ideal for couples and adults looking for a unique holiday in a modern and chic environment. The outdoor swimming pool lays in the centre of a lovely courtyard, surrounded by Mediterranean landscaped gardens with palm trees, olive and citrus trees. Whilst here, indulge yourself with a professional spa treatment such as a facial or massage. If you are feeling more energetic, the hotel organises daily activities such as water polo and aqua aerobics. In the evening, relax with a drink and enjoy the live music and dance shows.
Mon Repos, Ayia Napa
Small beautiful and affordable Mon Repos for safe and relaxing holidays Is a complete ... more
apartment type hotel located in the best location of Agia Napa Set in its beautiful gardens The famous sandy beach of Macronissos a Caribbean style beach with crystal clear waters the biggest water park in Cyprus which provides hours of fun and a selection of shops banks bars and restaurants are within a five minute walk The vibrant nightlife in the heart of Agia Napa is within a five minute drive or easily reached on the local bus which stops a few metres away Everybody value the kind of space and convenience that Mon Repos guarantee Friendly and safe it is where all the guests rediscover the meaning of relaxation and experience a real sense of freedom and recreation All rooms located on ground or first floor have big balconies or garden terrace and they are equipped with kitchenette private bathroom sitting room air conditioning radio etc Restaurant: Offering breakfast lunch dinner and snacks throughout the day at good value prices which compare favourably with the wide choice of restaurants in the locality The hotel large pool provides a focal point in the beautiful garden
Grecian Park, Ayia Napa
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the Mediterranean Sea and featuring a sea-view swimming pool and exquisite, cliff-top bar.Soak up the sunshine on the lawns beside the Gracian Park's large, lagoon-style swimming pool. You can also unwind on one of Cyprus' best beaches with a cocktail from the hotel's beach bar. There is even an indoor pool for the cooler months.The impressive gym, sauna and steam bath ensure that you can stay healthy during your stay. Alternatively, indulge yourself in one of the 3 great restaurants or 4 on-site bars - ranging from tropical to fashionable and contemporary in style. Finish off you evening in the hotel's own nightclub.Head out of the Grecian Park to explore the natural beauty of the surrounding Cape Greco national park. A number of scenic walking routes pass by the hotel, allowing you to enjoy some of the island's stunning coastal landscape.
Corfu Hotel, Ayia Napa
Corfu hotel enjoys a unique location built in one of the most privileged areas of Ayia ... more
Napa. Overlooking one of most famous beaches and the fishing harbor. It's only a five minute walking distance from the sandy beach with crystal clear water and also five minute walking distance from Ayia Napa Square with the famous night life. The hotel is well located for either beach holidays or for night life. Corfu hotel is known for the relaxing atmosphere, personal service, friendliness and good food.
and great sports facilities, a short drive from Ayia Napas nightlife.Relax in your clean and fully equipped room and enjoy the lovely views to the sea or the hotel grounds. Have a refreshing dip in the indoor pool or relax by the outdoor pool and soak up the sun. Spend some time in the sauna or play video games.You can also make use of Christofinias fully equipped gym or play a game of tennis with the family. Enjoy the friendly atmosphere at the pool-side taverna or try the buffet-style meals at the indoor restaurant.Just a short walk away from Christofinia, thelively Nissi Beach offers plenty of water sport activities and tavernas.
Corfu Hotel, Ayia Napa
Location. The Corfu Hotel is situated in the fishing village of Ayia Napa, Cyprus, ... more
overlooking the harbour. The sandy Grecian beach is 400 metres away, and 200 metres from the hotel are restaurants, taverns, supermarkets and a bus stop. Larnaca Airport is 48 kilometres away. Hotel Features. A five storey holiday complex, the Corfu Hotel has views over the sea. Pools for adults and children are set in the gardens, and sunbeds and parasols are provided. The hotel also has 24 hour reception and complimentary parking. Baby sitters are available on request. Corfu Hotel has an á la carte restaurant with specialities from Cyprus and Greece, as well as a terrace restaurant, a cocktail bar, and a poolside snack bar. In high season, there is a weekly barbecue. Buffet breakfast is complimentary. The half board rate includes breakfast and either lunch or dinner. Tennis and table tennis can be played on site while nearby activities include water sports such as scuba diving, motor boating, windsurfing, and water skiing. There is a nearby playground, and scooters can also be rented. Guestrooms. The 62 guestrooms at the Corfu Hotel have simple functional decor and balconies. Most have views over the sea, and are equipped with radios, satellite television, piped music, air conditioning, heating, direct dial telephones, and bathrooms. The hotel offers a half board rate. Expert Tip. In 1997 at Kykkos Monastery, 70 kilometres away and founded in 1092, the icon of Virgin Mary appeared to weep for an entire month.
Faros Hotel, Ayia Napa
Location. Set amid well tended gardens, the Faros is a modern resort hotel that is sited ... more
overlooking the Mediterranean, 400 metres from the lively centre of Ayia Napa. The harbour is 100 metres from the hotel and Ayia Napa Monastery is 500 metres away. Larnaca International Airport is 40 kilometres away, with an approximate driving time of 40 minutes. Hotel Features. The Faros Hotel's entertainment programme offers Cypriot nights with folk dancing and live music. The outdoor pool features a swim up bar, and other health and leisure facilities include a tennis court, fitness equipment and a hot tub. A children's pool and playground are provided for younger guests. The air conditioned public areas are equipped with high speed Internet access. Other amenities include room service (limited hours), a pool table and laundry facilities. Complimentary parking is available on site. The Galini Restaurant serves Cypriot specialities and international dishes in a contemporary setting, and extends to a terrace for al fresco dining. Guestrooms. The 130 guestrooms over four floors feature light decor and functional furnishings, and open onto balconies. All are equipped with direct dial phones, satellite television and safes. Expert Tip. The Ayia Napa Monastery, founded in the 16th century, is a peaceful oasis in the busy town. Local legend says that it marks the spot where a hunter stumbled upon an icon of the Virgin Mary.
A review by Stephoohla on Ayia Napa (Cyprus) September 25th, 2009
Author's product rating:
Value for Money
Excellent
Sightseeing
Good
Shopping
Good
Nightlife
Excellent
Ease of getting around
Excellent
Advantages:
Variety of things to do and something for everyone, a great night out wherever you go
Disadvantages:
The bar reps are very pushy, and prices can get expensive
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
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I've just come back from a holiday in Ayia Napa and want to give my opinion of the bars there.
To start with, it's a really nice place. A small town in Cyprus, typically known for being a party lover's choice of holiday, you'd expect it to be full of English people throwing litter around, getting their boobs out and throwing up on street corners. This is completely wrong. Ayia Napa, when I went in early September, was full of a variety of people, not just youths wanting to drink lots. In the hotel we were staying in there were quite a lot of elderly people just wanting a relaxing break. There were people from all over the world too, and during my stay I heard German, French, Chinese, American, English and Irish accents.
Ayia Napa is actually a beautiful place, with gloriously blue seas, 5* hotels everywhere, loads of watersports activities, and just generally something to do for everyone.
The main reason I went to Ayia Napa was to party at night though, so here I'll try and give you an idea of what the bars and clubs are like.
There's an area called The Square where all these places are, and on the first night we had trouble finding it, until someone approached us and asked us if we were heading to the bars. We said we weren't sure where they were, and he kindly took us there, directing us to a bar called Marinellos. We realised he was a 'bar rep'/tout, trying to get us in particular bars.
Marinellos was a really nice place, mostly open air, with a small inside area for two bars, a dance floor, even a podium with a pole for adventurous dancers! The rep offered us 2 drinks, 2 shots and a free entry ticket for a club, all for Euro7. We didn't have a clue how much usual drinks cost, but it seemed like a fair deal, so we did it. Marinellos played RnB classics, as well as some modern pop songs. The kind of stuff you'd find in a club in England, so I felt fairly at home drinking there. The dance floor was always empty though, so we didn't do any dancing here. It was end of season so I didn't really expect the bars to be too packed out. It was a nice atmosphere.
After our two drinks and shots, we moved on. And then we realised. We were in a swarm of reps and touts. All eagerly trying to get people into their bars because it pays their (probably-)measly wages. We were still at the entrance of The Square where the bars and clubs are and we had about three people approach us, one after the other, offering us drinks vouchers.
After forcing our way up the road a little as we wanted to explore the area to start off with, another rep came up to us. He worked for a Hip Hop/RnB bar called Bazaar, and was so pushy he made us go inside! It was fairly empty, and the drinks offer wasn't great. I think we paid Euro6 each for one drink and one shot each. But because the guy was so good at his job, we felt obliged to go in. There were only a few people in there apart from us. The music was okay, it was quite underground hip hop compared to the other places we walked past. It probably would've been good if it had been packed.
After that we moved on. We found it strange that all these reps were so keen to get you in the bars, but once you've had a drink they don't keep you in there by offering more vouchers, they don't care after that!
We walked on a bit further and found a place called Heaven Rock Bar, which had a massive guitar front, with pictures of famous rock musicians on the front like Kurt Cobain, Dave Grohl and the frontman of Greenday, I forget his name.
Now, we were in Ayia Napa, the place for garage and RnB enthusiasts, which we both enjoy hence why we went there. But our hearts were both made for Rock and Roll, so as soon as we saw this bar, we were immediately drawn inside! No reps were outside dragging people in, there weren't any drinks offers, but I think that made it even more friendlier and made me want to go in even more, the fact that they weren't desperate for customers. Once inside, there were a lot of people dressed in black downing Jaegermeister. Despite wear mini shorts and a revealing top, clubbing gear to the max!, but I felt immediately at home with these people, and the bar staff were majorly cool. The music varied, between modern rock and metal ranging back to the 80s glam rock and famous bands like Iron Maiden, Motorhead and Metallica.
It wasn't packed or even busy, but there was a fair crowd of people, mainly gathered by the bar in the centre of the room. The place contained three pool tables, which seemed to be popular and often used. It was a nice atmosphere in there and everyone seemed to get on with everyone else, either all singing the same heavy tunes together or doing shots of Sambucca together.
Prices in this bar were a bit extortionate. We first went in and asked for two Jack Daniels and cokes. In England, this would normally cost about £5/6 in a bar. In this Heaven Rock Garden bar, it cost Euro12! When the guy gave us back our change, he did give us two 'free' shots, but there weren't really free if we were paying so much to start with! Nowhere other than a touristy place like this could get away with this kind of misleading marketing, but in this town it seemed appropriate to be conned out of our money! Apart from the prices of drinks, it was a great little bar.
Others bars to go to:
Carwash - this is a great little bar playing classic music ranging through the genres. It has a mood for everyone, and quite a lot of people dress up in 80s neon gear, so it's a fun atmosphere. Prices are about the same price in here as they are everywhere else, about Euro6 a drink. There are no drinks deals (or there weren't when we went) but you can pick up free entry vouchers when you go to places like the Ambassaden bar. There's loads of dancing going on in this bar and everyone is just looking to have a good time. It's a little bit out of the way of the main Square, and we actually had to ask for directions because we couldn't find it! Once you do find it though you're guranteed an excellent night out.
The Ambassaden bar - This is the first bar you come across when first entering the Square, and the loudest too. It is two storeys, though generally everyone sticks to the bottom half by the bars. There are loads of touts for this bar trying to get you in, but they offer very confusing deals. When one rep approached us, he offered us buy one, get one free, on drinks. We obliged, assuming we'd get 2 drinks for Euro6, as the prices in the bar was Euro6 a drink. Once inside, we thought we'd make use of the offer and ordered two drinks each, with two free drinks each. However, the bill came to Euro18, meaning one drink was Euro9! So bit of a con really! The waitress did give us two free shots. But they were meant to be 'free', not included in the final bill. A lot of these bars do try their hardest to get money from you, by using the reps outside who are very pushy.
After a few days' experience of these reps, you find it easier to haggle with them. For example, outside one particular bar called Aruba, when the pushy sales rep came over and asked if we wanted a drink and a shot for Euro6, I told him (because I was already drunk!) I didn't want anymore shots and would prefer another drink instead, and he made it happen.. two drinks for Euro6 is pretty good for Ayia Napa bars. I did this on a lot of people, and some of the time it worked, sometimes it didn't, but if you're coming here on holiday definitely try haggling with the reps. Once you're a lot more feisty at this not as many bother you, too!
When the bars started closing one night at 2am, we were undecided whether to go back to the hotel or to go to a club. On our walk back down to The Square, a rep approached us out The Castle Club. I'd heard of this bar but we hadn't experienced it yet. He told me he could get me and my boyfriend in for half price. I was very intoxicated at this point and wasn't even sure what I was saying, but I basically said to him I didn't want to pay to go in anywhere, and anywhere I went I wanted a drinks offer. He said again, half price entry. I said I didn't want to pay and went to walk away, then he quickly changed his mind and said we could get in for free. Brilliant.
The Castle Club is supposedly Ayia Napa's most popular club. It consists of three floors, the top floor playing Disco music, which was fairly empty with only a few people dancing when we entered. The middle floor was RnB which was completely packed, everyone was dancing to popular British and American RnB music, all singing together. The bottom floor was House music. Had some fairly cool music but not too busy. It was very nice looking though, everywhere was white, and the strobe lights were pink and purple so everywhere seemed to look really heavenly, if only it wasn't for the loud pumping music! The middle floor seemed to be the most popular, and since it was about 3 in the morning everyone was only there to have a good time before they head home, back to their hotel. It was friendly and fun and you really felt welcome in these places, despite being full of varied people from all over the world. Drinks were expensive here, no drinks offers to be seen, but it was a club so I didn't really expect any less.
There were a couple more places I've left out:
The Pirate Bar - this bar was opposite the Rock Bar I was raving about above, and had an incredible atmosphere, playing modern music and pop and rock from the 90s era, it was really busy, there dance floor was full of people. There was a podium in the centre with another pole (they clearly loved to encourage pole dancing out here!) and, yes, much to my embarrassment when I remembered the next morning, I did get up on that pole and dance. It wasn't anything weird though, everyone was doing it and it was just there to have fun, not how a pole dancer would be seen in England!
There were some good drinks deals, with another deal that was BOGOF, with two drinks for Euro6, as well as free shots. This is an ideal bar for someone not 100% keen on garage and RnB music as it really did play a range of stuff from different genres and eras.
We went to a British bar called Linekar (wonder why!) that encouraged beer-drinking and crisp-eating.. typical British stylee. It wasn't the most fun bar and music wasn't very loud, but there were football games on big screen, comfy sofas, and a really sophisticated inside area that looked as clean as anything! It looked like a nice restaurant rather than a bar. Drinks were average priced, about 6 euros for one drink, including a shot.
The bars in Ayia Napa are, on average, fun, loud and full of people dancing. Yes, they are expensive, but if you're going to go on holiday to a party island you have to expect pricey drinks, especially on specific drinks like Jack Daniels or Malibu because they have to be imported. If you choose local whiskey or local beer prices decrease sharply. Keo was the local beer and you could get a pint of this for 2/3 euros in most bars, maybe 4 euros in clubs.
I strongly recommend going to Ayia Napa, whether you're young or old, even if you don't like drinking, as there's plenty of restauranty places and pub type bars where you can just have a few. But if you're really up for some hardcore drinking and dancing, The Square is where it's at, with some nightclubs even open until 7 the next morning!
Advantages: Guaranteed sun from April to October, perfecty for clubbers Disadvantages: Too hot in July and August
Ayia Napa is now marketed as the destination for clubbers. Unfortunately this has led to a decline as a destination for those who want a more civilised holiday. If you can avoid the noise and the rubbish of the less civilised adults then Napa still has much to offer for the rest of us. WHERE TO STAY If you choose a hotel by the Liminaki Beach and harbour or a little away from the Square you can still have a great holiday. Another trick is to visit ... ...Instead head for: - Ayia Thekla - with its little church nearby (about 4km from the centre of Ayia Napa) - Macronissos - my particular favourite with two beaches, one either side of the peninsula so if it happens to be a windy day you can choose accordingly (about 1km from Nissi Beach) - Liminaki - the most centrally located beach to the centre of Ayia Napa, just along from the harbour. All of these beaches offer beautiful sand, clean water, water ...
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Advantages: Hot with loads to do and see Disadvantages: Fairly Expensive
Ayia Napa really does have something for everyone. And contrary to popular belief It certainly isn’t just a clubbers paradise. BEACHES AT AYIA NAPA
There are several good beaches in Ayia Napa but we only managed to visit 2 of these. Nissi beach has lovely blue/green sea, and you can walk out quite far without ever being more than 5 feet deep in the water. The amenities at the beach too are also very good. Good Sunbeds, good selection of water ... ...of car hire places in Ayia Napa. I would recommend you shop around for the best deal. There are a whole load of different offers out there. It is possible to hire a car for CYP£80 for 3 days or CYP£60 for 2 days via Ham Yam and for this you can get a brand new jeep (Up to 1-year-old) This was the best deal I found having checked 4 different outlets. I counted 8 though and there were probably more. But I didn’t want to waste a whole day of my ...
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Advantages: Weather, Clubbing, food, friendly Disadvantages: can be quite expensive in certain places
...married (to each other) in Ayia Napa Cyprus last year (September 2003) I jumped at the chance for a two week break away with them and 50 others to share in their big day. As someone who thought Ibiza was the clubbing capital Ayia Napa never really appealed to me, my two weeks there changed my mind completely.
Hotel
We actually stayed outside Ayia Napa in Nissi Bay, at an apartment complex called ‘Stavrolia’ (Nissi Bay is about a three minute taxi ... ...From Nissi Bay to Ayia Napa you should not expect to pay anymore that CYP£5 in a taxi, taxis are easier enough to get but hold on to your hats as they are not known for their slow and careful driving (In fact I don’t think anyone on this island is)
Beaches
Nissi Bay beach is absolutely lovely, white sand and clear sea – with many on beach bars and DJ on beach as well, when we were there we were lucky enough to have a foam party that was great fun ...
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Advantages: great beaches, nice scenery, very brit-friendly Disadvantages: Troodos mountains - give them a miss
...is the 'happening' resort of Ayia Napa. Full of tourists looking for nighlife. Don't get me wrong, Protaras itself has plenty of bars, a couple of discos and enough places to 'let you hair down' - but Ayia Napa is for the 'clubbers'. The place livens up, just when us oldies are thinking of 'calling it a night.The old town square is the starting point and steps lead you up to the Bars, clubs and Discos - all with their own PRs outside trying to tempt ... ...a variety of restaurants. We did go on a trip to the Troodos Mountains while we were on Cyprus. I must say this was disappointing. I think in winter, maybe, when they are snow capped they may be picturesque, but they did nothing for me - and that's coming from a professional photographer who is paid to see the 'pretty' in things. I'd love to go back again and explore the westerly side of the island, Paphos and the ancient ruins sound good. Maybe ...
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Advantages: Sun sea sand and sangria Disadvantages: 5 hrs no fags
...the middle of old town Ayia Napa on the main street next door to the Hard Rock bar. It is a small 5 floor block with several 3 floor annexes behind it, where our 1 bedroom apartment was. Through experience I was not surprised to find our self catering method of cooking was a 2 ring electric cooker about the size of the average scanner and the fact that the oven had gone on holiday with the grill meant that cordon blue cooking was breathing a sigh ... ...transfer time I arrived in Ayia Napa about 6:30 and people were going back to bed, presuming they had come from one. This is the 1st time I’ve ever landed on holiday and met a large number of people going to bed with the sun shining. This set the tone for the holiday, Ayia Napa doesn’t start until 0:00 hrs, slightly earlier or later, depending on drink intake, but I, we, had to take the wife she might have missed me, enjoyed our holiday. ...
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Advantages: Well preserved, maintained and evocative ruins. Disadvantages: Thoughtless graffitti. Unsympathetc local development.
...INTRODUCTION
For those who can look beyond the great food, sandy beaches, and the bars and clubs of the resorts of Limassol and AyiaNapa, Cyprus has a rich and varied cultural heritage. At various times, it has been controlled by the Phoenicians, Greeks, Venetians, English and Turks, and all of these varied cultures have left an indelible mark on its landscape. The archaeological treasures Cyprus has to offer, and its modest size, offer an excellent opportunity for learning, at least for those whose hardest decision is not which factor of sun cream to use on the Paralia (beach) each day. The area around Limassol offers particularly rich and accessible pickings, with the highlights undoubtedly the ancient site of Kition, and its close neighbour ? and my personal favourite - the crusader castle at Kolossi.
HISTORY...
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Advantages: A great day out with for all the family Disadvantages: Can be slightly pricey if you have a large family
...Waterworld Waterpark is the largest waterpark in Europe.
Theme: Greek Mythology
Location: AyiaNapa, Cyprus
Whether you staying in AyiaNapa (5 minutes by car), Protaras (20 minutes by car) or even Larnaca (30-35 minutes by car) the waterpark is within easy reach.
Opening Times: Monday-Sunday 10.00am-6.00pm
The park is usually open between May and October depending on weather .
Prices: CYP£6.00-£10.00 for children and about CYP£10.00 and £20.00 for adults
Prices depend on where you get your tickets from. They will be more expensive if you book. Usually during the summer the Cyprus magazine Tileores (you can pick this up at your local kiosk in Cyprus has vouchers for money or Buy one get one free, you should ask the retailer before you buy it though. The magazine is about CYP£1.50).
Facilities: Lots...
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Advantages: Superb nightlife, friendly relaxed atmosphere, great people Disadvantages: Some people may find it a little too lively
...I have been to AyiaNapa (in the South West of Cyprus) for the past 2 years running now, and I am still thirsty for more. A testament to the popularity that AyiaNapa is gaining with the younger population as the Nightlife capital of Europe can be found in the sheer difficulties faced when trying to obtain a holiday there in high-season.
Like many other resorts in Cyprus, AyiaNapa is blessed with beautiful beaches, friendly people, lots to do, and of course, superb weather. Where AyiaNapa comes into it's own, however, is at night, when the younger generations come out to play.
Mainly centred on the Main Square (awash with people, bars, and music), the Nightlife amplifies outwards to streets filled with more bars, and clubs catering for every style and taste in music.
The older people, or parents, depending how you look at it, are...
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First impressions not good due to very unhelpful and rude staff at check in. Reception area itself though was lovely with atrium design and small bar with comfie seating.
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