- Benidorm Holidays
- Costa Blanca
- Gala Placidia Hotel
So you've got the sun, the sea and the sand. You've got all the bars, restaurants and attractions of Benidorm at your disposal. Now you're just going to need a hotel to go with that...
Take a look at the Gala Placidia Hotel. It's one of Benidorm's best located hotels, just 600 metres from the gorgeous Levante beach (Please note that the hotel is up a steep hill). Better yet, it's one of Benidorm's friendliest hotels too. Let's be honest, Benidorm is all geared up for tourists - they know how to treat us well. But staying at the Gala Placidia Hotel can feel just that little bit extra special.
When you're in Spain, it's nice to be close to the beach. And when you stay at the Gala Placidia Hotel you're only going to be about 600 metres away. Perfect. The beach at Levante is one of the region's best too. Lots of clean, golden sand and big horizons. Take it easy, take a dip, or get adventurous and try a few water sports - it's your holiday, make the most of it.
The irresistible allure of the beach is just one of the reasons people choose the Gala Placidia Hotel. It's perfectly placed for getting out and about in Benidorm too. Whether you get out by day for shopping and sightseeing, or by night for sangria and partying, the Gala Placidia is never far away. And there's always a warm welcome waiting for you.
There's certainly plenty there to help make the Gala Placidia feel like home for a week or two. Of course a comfortable room can help anywhere feel like home, and the Gala Placidia's rooms are comfy and cosy. They come equipped with air conditioning, TV, telephone, bath and shower as well as a strong box. All rooms have a balcony or terrace - somewhere else to relax and take in the sun and the sangria.
One of the other nice things about the Gala Placidia Hotel is its evening entertainment programme. It helps bring guests together and gives this hotel its close-knit, welcoming feel.
Another great place for guests to get together is around the main pool - whether you want to stretch out in the sun, swim a few laps or take a siesta. There's a children's pool too, and even a cot service (at a fee), so families are definitely welcome at the Gala Placidia.
Add to all of that a great buffet service and restaurant, TV room and you've got a hotel that ticks all the boxes.
With its great location, friendly ambience and abundant facilities, the Gala Placidia is always going to be one of this region's most popular tourist hotels.
Due to the surrounding area and the number of steps around the hotel, it may not be suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
Conveniently located only 600 metres from Levante beach this charming hotel offers a friendly atmosphere and outstanding value for money. The city centre's shops and amenities are just a stone's throw away, making the Gala Placida the ideal base to enjoy and explore everything Benidorm has to offer. Please note that this hotel is situated at the top of a steep hill.
Not in a bad area ,friendly staff meals average ,drinks on a token service so keep hold of yr plastic glass otherwise you lose yr token and would have to pay rooms not bad size with air con 2 pools plenty of sun beds what was really nice was my birthday while I was there an the staff surprise me with cakes and bottle of bubbly
We stayed at Gala Placidia for a week and overall I would say the hotel was good value for what we paid, but there are definitely some areas that could be improved.
When we first arrived, everything started really well. We arrived early and the gentleman on reception was fantastic. He was friendly, welcoming and extremely helpful, and kindly gave our group one room to use until the rest of our rooms were ready. Throughout our stay he remained cheerful, approachable and always had a smile for us. He was by far our best experience with the staff.
The rooms and cleaning were excellent. The maids did a fantastic job and everything was kept very clean throughout our stay.
Unfortunately, our experience with some of the bar staff was very different. On our second night, one particular barman was rude to one of our friends regarding the hotel’s token and reusable cup system and almost refused to return her token when she presented her cup.
Later in the week, my all-inclusive wristband came off. The same barman had seen me at the hotel all week, yet refused to give me even a bottle of water until I had the wristband replaced. When I returned with the new band, I was told, “That’s better.” I understand that hotels have rules to follow, but there are ways of speaking to guests without making them feel like children.
The other staff on the main outdoor bar were generally fine, although at times we felt either ignored or spoken to in quite a patronising manner.
The pool area itself was fairly basic, although we never had a problem getting a sunbed or umbrella, which was a big positive. Unfortunately, many of the umbrellas were poor quality, damaged or not maintained properly. One actually blew over and hit our friend on the head. There didn’t seem to be staff regularly monitoring the pool area, and there were no pool towels provided. Some umbrellas were replaced during our stay, but the area would really benefit from better-quality, sturdy ones.
The buffet offered plenty of choice, but we found much of the food quite basic and often cold. I also feel that staff hygiene and presentation in the dining area could be improved, particularly in the heat.
Overall, for the price we paid, the hotel represented reasonable value. The cleanliness was excellent, the location was convenient and the gentleman on reception was an absolute credit to the hotel. Sadly, the attitude of some of the bar staff and the condition of the pool umbrellas took the shine off what could otherwise have been a much more enjoyable stay.
I visited Gala Placidia in September.
I was dreading the hill leading up to it after reading some reviews and honestly it’s nothing.
First impression was that the hotel was exactly like the pictures and reviews. The room was standard with 2 singles beds which were very comfortable I’ve never slept so well abroad before. Plenty of storage space and big bathroom. Only downfall is that there was no kettle in the room which we had not been told could’ve been requested from reception.
Rooms were cleaned everyday with clean towels which was a bonus.
We decided to go AI. Which was standard, breakfast was nice except for the bacon I have no idea what that was but it was not bacon.
Lunch and dinner were nice all though they seemed to have more fish options than anything,
Snack bar by the pool was handy too.
I would avoid the BBQ on Friday Night. We was looking forward to this so much but was really disappointed. But maybe that was just us.
I would say the biggest down fall to this hotel was the staff. Teo on reception was brilliant so helpful and was joy to talk to. Also the man at the pool bar (older man, wore glasses) he was such an asset to the place. Their staff should take notes from the both of these they are honestly 5 star staff.
Other staff were rude and would rush you away. You would ask for a drink and they would argue with you that this was not on the cocktail menu when I stated that it was he just laughed.
The man who worked on the snack bar was such a horrible man didn’t get his name but he was youngish. Everytime you would walk by he would wolf whistle and look at you up and down. Maybe this worked for him as when I went to pool toilets that’s where he was kissing another holiday maker. This alone has unfortunately made me not to want to visit the hotel again and the reason I’ve goven the hotel 3 stars.
The tall man that worked on reception was also unhelpful and couldn’t even bother to say hello to you.
Please be more like TEO!!!
Housekeeping staff are also brilliant especially the ones that worked on level 4!
The hotel is ok the reception staff at night are so so rude don't expect any help, I had a couple arguing next to my room for hrs and hrs he wouldn't do anything, they woke me up at 6am he still wouldn't do anything and wondered why I got upset I did swear or be rude to him I just wanted his help in calming them down or moving me somewhere quite his answer no English. Will never ever recommend this place. The food was disgusting the staff aren't really bothered your here and for what I spent to come here was such a waste and holiday was ruined.
Our go to hotel when staying in Benidorm. This will be our 7th time. We always go all inclusive as the snack bar and meals are always plentiful and varied. The rooms are well appointed and cleaned every day ( a special shout out to the blonde cleaner who's name i unfotunately didn't catch but she was brilliant). The bar staff are very friendly and really go out of their way especially on barbecue night. The location is only about 10 minutes from the main strip however, several new bars have opened in the Rincon area and the atmosphere in these is fantastic.
