I was apprehensive about booking this because of the huge variance in reviews, even recent ones. Happy to report that overall we thought this was an excellent value hotel, that we would recommend - with a couple of caveats. Two pools and a beach each side (accessible at low-tide) meant there was plenty of room for everyone and we didn't encounter any surly staff that others report, most were very friendly. We were in the cheapest room type (no kitchenette) but still had an incredible view out to the sea. Other pros: Oistins fish fry, dover beach and St Lawrence Gap are walkable, otherwise buses from right outside hotel. Happy hour rum punches go down well, beds comfy. Cons: cleaning could be a little more thorough, we were often asked what we wanted cleaned specifically, rather than a standard full service. It's not really for me to list things I want cleaned. This wasn't a deal-breaker though.