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sewell from warrington travelled to Son Bou Gardens with
first choice
on a family holiday.
There were 2 adults and 1 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 08 2006 |
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| said: We have just returned from a 2 week holiday at Son Bou gardens and would recommend this resort and the island as we had a great time.
We stayed in zone 4 just passed the water slides which was an ideal spot as it was handy for the pool and nearby facilities such as the supermarket.
We didn't watch much of the entertainment at the complex as we tended to walk (with pushchair)up to the centre, where the same acts appear in other bars etc.
It's a pleasant 10 minute walk to the centre where there is a selection of bars and restaurants, the menus are much of a muchness but there are some good meals to be had, the grills and fish are both tasty and fresh and we had a nice chinese too.
Our favourite bars were copacabano and mai-tai and for cocktail lovers a visit to the Hawaiian bar is a must.
The beach is brilliant but does get a little crowded, its cheaper to buy beach mats and a parasol than to rent them if you tend to use the beach a lot.
We hired a car through the local car hire firm(near the kitcat bar)much cheaper than hiring via your rep.
Its worth getting a car for 3 days as that's enough time to see the main sites and have a mooch about.
Overall I would say it's not the cheapest place to holiday but everywhere seems to have gone this way in the med recently.
We would stay at the Son Bou gardens again, the interior of the apartment was looking a little dated but was functional, clean and served it's purpose, 8 out of 10,a great family holiday.
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Macey from Telford travelled to Son Bou Gardens with
First Choice
on a family holiday.
There were more than 6 adults and 2 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 05 2006 |
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| said: We returned from a family holiday to the Son Bou gardens last month, staying for two weeks self catering.
The hotel was very clean and the apartment very spacious. We stayed in Zone 4 which was a nice walk to the resort (no more than 10 mins) and far enough away from everything not to be noisy.
The entertainment was hit and miss but we had some good nights with tribute bands. Not a great deal to do in the resort or the hotel itself, but the pools were lovely so if you are a sun lover it's for you. We had a lovely time and would go back, although ideally a week to 10 days would probably be ideal.
We did not hire a car as too many of us to transport around, but if we went on our own we would definitely do so.
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Julie Bowyer from Radcliffe, Manchester travelled to Son Bou Gardens with
First Choice
on a family holiday.
There were 2 adults and 1 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 09 2005 |
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| said: Stayed at The Girasols Gardens Apartments and were pleasantly surprised how spacious the apartment was and how well presented it was. There were plenty of facilities in the apartment including all necessary kitchen equipment. Although the apartments were situated at the far end of the resort it was a nice walk into the centre, although we did jump on the local train which ran most of the day around the resort.
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Gareth from Manchester travelled to Son Bou Gardens with
Thomson
on a couples holiday.
There were 2 adults and 0 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 09 2005 |
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| said: On arrival I was a bit surprised by the style of the hotel set out.
This was not a bad thing just didnt expect them to be set out on rows like terrace houses. we were situated in Zone 3 and our appartment was right next to one of the pools it was ideal for a dip.
Our hotel was right near the centre which was only 3 mins walk away great location , didnt really see much of the staff there, as they seemed to zip in and out of the apartments to clean up and refresh the towels.
Entertainment was a feature for the children and they looked like they were having a great time. Overall excellent hotel, and gardens.
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jilland tony from tunbridge wells, kent travelled to Son Bou Gardens with
first choice
on a couples holiday.
There were 2 adults and 0 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 09 2005 |
rated the Son Bou Gardens as follows:| Cleanliness | | | Location | | | Staff | | | Food | | |
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| said: We stopped in zone 3 right opposite the pool so had a seaview and was upstairs, brilliant, nice size balcony, stopped there alot and just nipped down for a dip when needed
I read a lot and husband watched what was going on and seaview as well as read and cards and get beers and coffee.
Lovely apartment, had everything ,freezer and fridge,cooker micro,iron/board,we had 2bed rooms possibly ok for 2 kiddies but used it as dressing room,no problems with the place at all no bugs sheets changed twice and towels,very happy. loved it.
A nice restaurant upstairs good food, but not enough veg, husband not stopped going on, meal was nice but he had 5 slices carrot and I had 4 ,few green beans and little mash, but my lamb was really good as was his chicken,just need more veg, downstair restaurant was good as well lots of people went to eat there,we didnt do alot of the entertainment as we went out most evenings,they tried hard with it I think.
No problem with noise just people having fun in daytime, a little sill at night as pool was left open, one person was pushed in,but it did not bother us,we didnt go to find fault we went to enjoy and we did. went to the wooden maze yes just us 2 in our 50s but it was good fun and the girl there was brilliant very friendly and nice we had 3 little lads help us!!!! a laugh.
I would go back if I went back anywhere but we dont as we want to see many places as poss. great fortnight,think you need to get out and see a bit of island, as not big resorts.
We went with First Choice and was pleased with the 2 lovely reps who were helpful and chatty, and they were nice.thanks.
Reps can make or break a holiday, as can staff,but all great.
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harrod / Taylor / Sharpe from Nottingham travelled to Son Bou Gardens with
first choice
on a family holiday.
There were 6 adults and 3 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 07 2005 |
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| said: We had read the reviews on this site before travelling and were a little worried about the standard of accommodation. However when we arrived at Son bou and were taken to our apartments we were pleasantly surprised.
We were in zone 3 right next to the swimming pool which totally delighted our children. The kitchen area could have been cleaned a little more thoroughly, however, 5 minutes and a dish cloth later things were fine.
The sun beds were chained on top of each other until 9.30am which was an excellent idea.
The supermarket was within easy walking distance and stocked everything we needed.
Would we go back ? yes we definitely would. A kids club would have been welcomed though! Other tour companies had one and our children wanted one too!!
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The Hobdens from Milton Keynes travelled to Son Bou Gardens with
First Choice
on a couples holiday.
There were 2 adults and 0 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 09 2004 |
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| said: Just arrived back from Son Bou (well last night)
We checked out the comments here before we went and all seemed well …..
We went with First choice who where pretty good, we’d use them again !!
We stayed at the Son Bou Gardens resort in zone 4.
Here’s what we thought and a break down guide.
Mahon airport is pretty modern but very expensive ( a Fanta and two bags of crisps £3.50) but all our transfers went without hitch. The transfer was an approx 20 minute journey to Son Bou at was nice on the well needed air con coach.
On arrival we had to stop off at the Reception just before the resort so that the rep could confirm all rooms where ready. (Bit of a worry)
The resort Rep was very organised and had our packs with map to our allocated apartments at the ready which was a minute walk way.
The Apartment.
The apartment was as most people have said clean to an expectable standard however was showing signs of age and need of modernisation but never the less comfortable.
The Kitchenette was useable but we were slightly disappointed that it lacked some basics like can and bottle openers and simply a lighter or matches for the cooker (a basic welcome pack wouldn’t have gone a miss either)
The noise, well what can I say…. Maybe we were unlucky but we were surrounded by screaming young children that started at 8am and went on until after midnight.
We are human and are use to noise but it got to a stage where we just had to get out as a beer and a read on the balcony was simply out of the question.
The complex
The complex itself was well thought out and had everything including, two supermarkets (very expensive one’s at that.) Three pools, restaurants and a cash point (which you’ll need)
The standard was again acceptable but was looking a bit worn out and seemed to have a litter problem that as long as it was in a bush didn’t count, the main road to the town was literally strewn with litter, which was really sad and considering tourism was it’s life, if it was out side the bar/restaurant then no-one cared…….
The Pools
The pool’s were clean’ish but by the end of the week we were fed up with clearing fag butts away from around our area (a daily event). The pool was busy most days and although there are three massive sign’s saying no ball games or Lilo’s, the pool was full of them to the extent you couldn’t swim. Give Sundays a miss as the local’s virtually take over the place and will find the smallest gap to plant their towels (sometime inches from you, which was very annoying). Only one of the two water slides were open (surprise) and the one that was cost 1.5 euros a go of 5 euros for 10 go’s (this wasn’t in the brochure.) Again maybe we were unlucky but always seemed to be surrounded by obnoxious children and their loud tattooed parents which were 80% of the guests.
Restaurants
As long as you like Burger and chips you’ll be fine however there are some nicer restaurants in the town including two Chinese but you’ll pay top dollar for average food.
We found food prices well over the top for what you got and the services was sometime of a standard to be desired (although tips were expected). Waiters warmed to you if you paid more than one visit otherwise seemed miserable even when you’re playing good polite tourist.
Beach
The beach was again clean’ish but suffered with fag butt syndrome, the Sun beds will set you back £15 for a pair per day (double the price of the resort).
The sea is nice and clean But the use of any beach toy such as a paddleboat will require a call to your bank manager first.
Warning, the beach restaurants are 20% more expensive than any other and we were even expected to pay extra to use the toilets, a lady demanding 1 euro with a basket saying tips accosts all who entered, we refused and were abused.
Overall
Would we go back ? No
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Geoff from Belfast travelled to Son Bou Gardens with
first choice
on a family holiday.
There were 2 adults and 2 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 08 2004 |
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| said: Had the best ever sun holiday here in August 04.
The complex is well spread out but not too much as every thing is in easy reach.
Three good sized pools, great restaurants with very good food.
The entertainment was good some nights better than others but in all really good fun.
The staff were very nice especially with my two kids who at the time were 7 and 8 yrs.
There is a small games room, a play area(swings etc)a great maze which all of us had great fun in, three water slides which you had to pay a small price for but was worth it. and lots of grass and open spaces for the kids to play in.
It also has a supermarket, launderette, a cash point and plenty of parking spaces if you hire a car.
This is easy the best holiday we have had.
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Paula Diaz from Liverpool travelled to Son Bou Gardens with
Firstchoice
on a family holiday.
There were 2 adults and 1 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 08 2004 |
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| said: I was moved to the Son Bou resort for personal reasons by the tour operator which I was very happy about as the other resort was a bit of a let down.
Well, the hotel is not as a conventional hotel as it is more like a private apartments complex so the face-to-face treatment with the staff was practicly non existent.
However it was clean and the facilities available to us were just ok.
No entertainment was available at the hotel.
Food was very much the same every where we went and very expensive since the Euro came into place in Spain. By the fourth day my budget run out and had to use my Visa card.
The location was just ok too.
I will not go back to that hotel or to Menorca for that matter.
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Mr & Mrs Richfield from Upminster Essex travelled to Son Bou Gardens with
First Choice
on a family holiday.
There were 2 adults and 2 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 08 2004 |
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| said: Son Bou Garden Apartments is great accommodation for families. Apartments were spacious and very well kept and clean. We found everything we needed in the apartment for a home from home holiday. The layout of the complex is lovely, and very handy for the beach. We were thoroughly impressed by the accommodation and would recommend it without a doubt.
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D. ANDERSON from GLASGOW travelled to Son Bou Gardens with
www.son-bou.com
on a family holiday.
There were 2 adults and 2 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 07 2004 |
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| said: Instead of booking a Package Holiday to a hotel or apartment in Son Bou, we booked a self catering villa with www.son-bou.com. Jules has an excellent selection of apartments & villas throughout Son Bou & San Jaime, in a vast range of prices & sizes. It was much cheaper than booking a villa in a holiday brochure, as their are no supplements for under occupancy.
We opted for a villa with Private Pool to give us privacy and peace and quiet when we wanted it, but we were only a few minutes walk from the San Jaime Complex if we wanted to go out for a drink, dinner or the children wanted to play or swim in the communal apartment areas.
The villa was very well equipped, and offered us complete freedom and privacy. It was fantastic. Booking over the internet is always a bit daunting, but Jules acts as an agent for a well established Villa Company in Menorca (used by many of the leading Tour Operators in the UK) and books the villas & apartments direct. She was fantastic, very "hands on", and took care of every single detail of our holiday. We arrived at the airport, were met personally by a representative of the villa company with our hire car, we had detailed directions and instructions for our arrival, which was invaluable. Everything went like clockwork! Very highly recommended!
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Mr & Mrs Hardy from Altrincham travelled to Son Bou Gardens with
Sky Holidays
on a friends holiday.
There were 4 adults and 3 child(ren) in the party. The travel date was 06 2004 |
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| said: We stayed at Son Bou Gardens. Excellent holiday had by all. Fantastic location, 5 mins from beach and close to resort centre. Choice of 2 restaurants/bars situated within the complex providing friendly and efficient service. Each restaurant hosts nightly entertainment, one of which caters mainly for children (with children's mini disco) and the other mainly for the adults.
Apartments good size and good level of cleanliness, all with sea view. Some apartments are situated close to the resort centre which could prove to be a little noisy at night, however, bedrooms are situated at the back which does help!
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