HIGHS
- The effervescent English manager Emily, Van Lier’s daughter-in-law, and her helpful husband Harold, who inject a youthful vibe
- The 18-metre indoor swimming pool, which offers stunning sea views
- Great massages, hydrotherapy and beauty treatments in the marine spa
- There’s no road between the hotel and the sea, ensuring total tranquillity
- The luminosity of the light, especially outside summer, draws artists and writers (ask about their creative courses)
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LOWS
- It's larger than most i-escape hotels and, despite Dominique’s artistic touch, the corridors still feel a bit institutional
- Bedrooms could do with a refurb, and recent guests have mentioned dated bathrooms
- Younger, more dynamic types might not feel at ease here – the emphasis is on peace, and the clientele is generally an older one
- Light sleepers should avoid the church-facing rooms because of the bells
- Be aware of the sneaky supplements - for pets, cots, extra beds and first-floor terraces
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