X10 Seaview Suites Panwa Beach

This hotel is such a find! We stayed in two rooms as a multi generational family. The 2 bed suite was up a fair amount of steps which are not for the faint hearted in the heat of the day - so fair warning! the room was clean, well laid out and had a lovely balcony with great views of the ocean. The second room was the pool suite - which we loved. The balcony had exceptional views (there is a little bit of building work going on next door to the left but it didnt interfere with our stay) .. the pool was small but did the job of cooling you down, - the kitchen and small dining area was cute and functional. You got a few soft drinks and water on your first night complimentary and this was welcomed after a long journey. The beds are super comfy, and we realised after staying in several other hotels during our stay, actually the very best beds we had! Pillows were soft and there was plenty of space in the whole room. Lots of wardrobe space, a TV and sofa with coffee table. Bathroom was equipped well and large... shower was great bath we didnt use but a great touch. The hotel staff are so friendly and helpful especially as my card didn't work to pay, they were very patient! The communal pool is literally right above the beach so you can choose what you would prefer, but there are no beds (that we could see) on the beach, and the pool has very few beds and parasols, we were only there for 3 days so it was not a huge issue - but bear in mind. In the reception you can cook yourself toast and get coffee and soft drinks - although we didn't. The staff can order you Uber/ transfers etc and trips too. The steps... there are lots... if you forget something from the pool to the 2bed apartment - you will know about it! The area..a really lovely little area of Panwa, we turned left out of the hotel and ate in the Green Mango restaurant for dinner one evening which was literally a tiny little home based restaurant with sunset views... the foods was delicious but ... be clear about level of spice required ha ha... We ate Breakfast and dinner in another restaurant to the right and down the hill, and had breakfast in a cute little upstairs restaurant further around... there is not huge amounts in the area unless you walk a fair way, but there is enough to keep you entertained, with a Pharmacist, supermarket, beach bars, massage, beauty, laundry, tour operators, tourist shops and restaurants all within walking distance. The area is reasonable priced for food and drinks we discovered later! But this hotel is well worth booking ahead as prices go up.. fabulous beach, fabulous beds, excellent for a chill few days.