Hotel Riu Calypso - Adults Only

Probably the best location you could wish for, on a beautiful beach, a short walk to a few bars and shops, hardly any traffic noise. The hotel is really well laid out, it has everything you need, the rooms are spacious and clean with large balconies but as others have said, could do with a refurb, I would recommend paying extra for a sea view, if you go with TUI don't pay the extra at a shop, it was double the price I got on line. The drinks are reasonably priced, the food is good with plenty of choice. It is catered mainly towards German guests but this is not a problem, the entertainment is very "Eurovision". The pool area could do with some music during the day as it is very stale during the day, not blaring out but in the background. Recommendations .... ask for a sea view, not too high as the lifts are very slow and you do have to wait a long time so the stairs are quicker. We would definitely go back, probably not with TUI though, you still end up on a budget airline.

Our 4th visit albeit our 1st in 9 years. The good:- The staff - superb - we recognised many of them from previous visits Location - next to a lovely sandy beach that stretches for miles Large bedroom and balcony Worth paying extra for a sea view Slept well with minimal nighttime noise The food - generally very good The not quite so good:- The 2 lifts - temperamental, with one regularly out of action The pillows - too soft - no alternative Safe charge - €36 for 2 weeks Hotel is showing its age, no real modernisation in 9 years Would we return? - Yes, if they can sort the lifts out!

Amazing hotel. Food choice and quality excellent.Room was enormous with a beautiful large balcony with amazing views. Beach was just outside the gate. Staff very helpful and friendly Already planning another visit Would be helpful if large containers of water was available to buy within the hotel as it was a uphill struggle to get it.. Thank you for a lovely holiday

The Hotel Calypso is run by the TUI group, so is clean, well-appointed and has great efficient staff. We were late arrivals, so it was a pleasant bonus to be told at check-in that a plate of food was left in the dining room for us - a great start to the holiday. Location is excellent as the beach is just across the walkway, local cafes & bars are a short walk and as Calypso is south facing, the sun shines into apartment for most of the day. The only minor quibble is the absence of hair shampoo - current airline restriction mean we all try omit as much as we can, so shampoo in addition to the shower gel would be nice.

My spouse and I stayed at the Calpyso for 1 week in early September. We both really enjoyed our stay. We arrived on my spouses birthday. They kindly left us a gift of a bottle white sparkling wine, which made us feel very welcome. There is not a great deal to do in Morro Jabel, after 2 days we spent the rest of the time lounging and sipping Mojitos on the 4 poster rattan beds and in the jaccusi on the rooftop terrace. The hotel guests are mostly German, and Morro Jabel appeals to them, as their former Chancellor, Willy Brandt popularised it as a holiday destination. Note, there are many German nudists on the beach. Due to the shape of the hotel, there are two funiculars to access most rooms, which is a pleasant novelty. The room sizes are excellent, the belconies are spacious too, with great views of the beach and sea. The food is wonderful. We had caviar, smoked salmon, steaks cooked to perfection and many other great items. To those saying negatives about the food: If you want to eat congealed baked beans, hash browns and brown sauce, why not stay in the UK? My only negatives for the hotel are the cleaning and the furnishings. I spotted some cobwebs and leaves scattered within corridors to the bedrooms. The furnishings are slightly dated and worn. Perhaps it is time to replace furniture, carpets and decor. These negatives are only slight and did not impact on the holiday very much. The hotel is a great place for a relaxing week away, but due to the lack of activities in Morro Jabel, not much more. We really enjoyed the week.

Lovely hotel and very friendly staff from Reception Staff, Waiting on Staff and Room Maids. Very high standards in dining area. Nice hot food and plates getting cleared when finished. The bedrooms are also nice with everything you should need for your holiday Large balcony with sunbeds with padded seats and table. We didn't pay for a Seaview but were well happy with our room No. 506. The hotel looks straight onto the beach.