Hôtel La Pinède

We liked EVERYTHING about the hotel. The location was fabulous, 20 minutes taxi from the airport, 2 minutes walk from lovely beach! We were greeted, very warmly, by Lasheka & others at reception. I had made an unusual request for a large number of pillows to help me sleep even with my spinal injuries. This was handled with precision: something that most hotels have failed to do for me in the past. This small, independent hotel, however, treated me as if nothing was too much trouble, which is how it should be, imho. The remainder of our stay, although sadly short, continued in a wonderful, comfortable way and was aided by the truly fantastic hospitality from everyone at the hotel. We were located in a quiet spot, set back from the main coastal route which was inaudible in our superior seaview room, due to the fabulous & thoughtful design of the garden, the perfect distance set back distance. All night, with our windows open, we could hear the waves lapping on the beach but no traffic noises at all. Our room was a very good size, the bed was comfortable, spacious, supportive & firm without being as stiff as a board. The shower in the en suite was superb. The pool was beautiful: enough quality sunbeds around the surrounding deck and the glass curtain around it all kept out all the sounds of outside life and any sneaky winds coming in from the Sea were also rebuffed. We spent many happy times here. There were plenty of restaurants within walking distance, providing fresh fish &: seafood, wood-fired barbeques preparing excellent meat dishes. Our ABSOLUTE FAVOURITE of all of these was the Texas Cafe. Whether it was an inventively prepared avocado toast for lunch, a perfectly marinated chicken skewer, the slowly-cooked, melt in the mouth tender ribs or the flavorsome, expertly cooked Charolais sirloin steak, the food was absolutely brilliant. As an experienced chef-restaurateur of 30 years experience, since I retired I've enjoyed some great places. This one was absolutely flawless. Great staff, low wait times, well designed menu, theme, atmosphere and topped off by a waterside location, Eric and his team have, for me, got everything spot on. I SALUTE THEM. ALL of which added to our enjoyment of this excellent stay at La Pinede Hotel. We've only just returned and we're missing it already!!!!!!