Hotel Pernera Beach

We stayed late October during half term week weather wasn’t great I seem to arrive everywhere in the midst of a storm I pre asked the hotel to order me a taxi for pick up at the airport which was seamless and cost 65 euros A late night arrival And the most enthusiastic hotel receptionist in Stavros whom sadly we never saw again toasted sarnies and a drink prior to check in were most welcome a word here about the lifts so small for hotel this size max 2-4 people they are almost service elevators Room was 384 superior with a sea view and a howling gale whistling through the windows this is quieter part of the hotel The room in daylight was more than adequate not big but ample a lovely sea view awaited The bed honestly one of the most comfy hotel beds I’ve ever slept in a lovely newly furnished bathroom with walk in shower Small but ample balcony decent size wardrobe lighting controlled from a bedside cabinet well thought out Breakfast room you’d be advised to eat outside the interior part is noisy and canteen like but food choice was good everything you could wish for pancakes eggs omelette continental and lovely presented rolled up bacon fresh fried eggs nothing was cold as many on here claim aim to best eat about 8.45 before the big rush Coffee machines at this place were truly awful whatever one you tried must be the powdered milk they use a big disappointment for me we got fresh milk from the supermarket behind us and had tea and coffee in our room enjoying the view A lovely boardwalk on the right side of hotel takes you into Protaras this was a delightful walk and takes in some lovely restaurants views and hotels en route Protaras is too built up for my liking though we did have a lovely drink overlooking fig tree bay and walked back to the hotel on main road a long circular walk but worthwhile to get to know area better We Stayed all inclusive and for me the lunch was a fave of mine in the lovely Kamares restaurant overlooking the bay enough meats and beautifully presented salads Again nothing particularly cold food wise here did we encounter based on other reviews Eating downstairs in Maria’s area was best Plentiful drinks including the usual all inclusive acidy wines but beer to me was ok local brew but fine to wash down the ample choices Desserts overall for me were a let down Ended up with tasteless ice cream most days Can’t comment on the spa area I did visit but found the welcome rather odd and almost un inviting with no real info available on usage and times etc best left for others which was a shame as given the inclement weather was something should have looked into the gym area looked very small Short walk to main road for Buses 101 (right)takes you towards Famagusta 102 (left ) into Protaras good service 1.50 eur and found on main pernera road less than 5 mins walk Evening meal was more than ample had some lovely meat cuts and lovely presented salads with a different themed night each eve Could have been more of a fish selection I guess coffee and cake was disappointing You get A cupcake brought to you NOT given a choice admittedly it was a lovely cupcake !! Now I agree with most comments here in that activities and evening entertainment were truly awful the compare was poor too much emphasis bingo a kids 20 mins or so singalong then a tribute act to be fair the singing was ok but not for us Neil diamond or ub40 to name but a few And what is this virtual DJ thing and awful repetitive music tracks every evening music switched off at 11pm almost trying to get rid of people or gave that impression No activities during the day I saw take place no sporting facilities to note although I did see the hotel advertised a tennis court but that seems to have disappeared a word here that the hotel details on trip advisor list many sports activities whereas the hotel itself has very little Drinks for us were fine very few queues service was good no people favourites served first etc local brews but what’s not to like Maid service was very good cleaned nearly every day and lady always willing to say hello and stop to chat briefly Had problems with the safe in room got this reset twice during our stay but each time maintenance responded quickly Adult pool was nice but the sea was by far warmer in the bay and behind the hotel itself Sea view rooms like most of the hotel only get sun first up not all day which is a big disappointment only those with side sea view facing the bay get all day sun A walk left takes you up towards Gold Coast harbour and the lovely st Nicholas church where you can take boat trips up to Famagusta or down to Ayia Napa We took a taxi 6 euro to the saint Elias chapel beautifully lit up at night We visited Knossos beach past Protaras and nissi beach near Ayia Napa and took in the capo Greco and the Ayia Napa sculpture park all highly recommended We only found out about the Gold Coast harbour and the boat trips on our last day which was disappointing as nothing is mentioned or listed in the hotel itself Staff were in general very friendly and welcoming I’d give the hotel 3/4 stars they could improve things by getting new sunbeds better grass areas better coffee machines and a general whitewash of the hotel as some areas look tired breakfast room could be bigger but difficult to expand with current set up and no sports facilities A la carte one meal per trip in thalassa it Seems was far overrated cold mushrooms and watery soup the baked lamb shank and salmon were to die for but some people dressed up others could simply not be bothered but only an hour in total spent here which isn’t really a full dining experience One point was that we were asked to order all three courses at the outset what restaurant normally does that it gave an impression of being rushed and once final course was served no further visits to our table from the staff and no coffee I was hoping they had a diff machine hiding somewhere !! Late check out option to extend the room till 6pm was pleasing for us as we had a late flight 50 euro seemed reasonable All in all a nice hotel I cannot fault the food the friendliness of the staff or the location many of the other small issues could easily be rectified I’m not sure I’d visit again plenty of other hotels to visit but as a safe value for money option you could do a lot worse I’m sure

after having a lovely holiday in june we returned 3rd of october for two weeks and brought our friends with us .we arrived late evening and were greeted with alovely welcome from stavros checked i went to the bar for a drink and a toastie all within five minutes excellent !had a brilliant two weeks of wonderful food good entertainment from eddy and mike good drinks from all the bar staff and brilliant weather.this hotel is immaculately clean the staff all of them are a credit and an asset to this hotel nothing is too much trouble the food and drinks are excellent the two a la carte restaurants are well worth a visit rooms are clean and comfortable what more could you ask for.thera are only a couple of points i would like to make not as a negative just an opinion the music at night should be on till ai finishes at midnight even if it is only quiet background music the coffee and cake inthe afternoon would be better served at the snack bar rather than at thalassa .thank you pernera for another lovely holiday the thought of a return next year will get through the cold british winter enjoy your well earned break and a happy happy xmas to you all

Stayed for 7 nights can’t fault the hotel. The location is perfect the staff food and service excellent best hotel we have stayed in for years well done. The food is buffet style in the main hotel, but it has two other restraints.we stayed on the 5th floor with lovely sea views and view of the pool area. Entertainment every night with kiddies club bingo etc. The best cocktails for an all inclusive package will visit again in the future.