Aminess Laurel Khalani Hotel

tento hotel nejen že splnil naše očekávání ale nastavil latku hodně vysoko,vše na 5* úrovni de facto není co vytknout ,jedna znašich nejlepších dovolených ,určitě se zase opět vrátíme ,děkujeme celému personálu hotelu za příjemnou dovolenou

V hotelu jsem byl ubytován koncem června před jeho slavnostním oficiálním otevřením. Hotel byl z velké části již dokončen a to co se dodělávalo, nijak zásadně hosty nerušilo. Pobyt jsem objednával přímo na webu hotelu a chtěl bych tímto poděkovat i recepci za přidělení pokoje, dle mého přání. Chtěl jsem pokoj ve vyšším patře s pěkným výhledem, který byl opravdu prvotřídní. Jak na moře, tak i na pohoří Biokovo, které je prakticky hned za hotelem (přesně tak, jak je na oficiálních fotografiích hotelu). Tento hotel má velké pokoje, což nebývá úplně běžné, doporučil bych pokoj typu Luxury a rozhodně pobyt s polopenzí. Jídlo bylo výborné se spoustou specialit. Příjemné bylo, dát si ke snídani i skleničku Prosseca a začít den trochu jinak. Hotel je prostorný a hodně se zde dbá na profesionalitu a detaily, což hodně dotváří celkový dojem. Na recepci vše fungovalo perfektně, zavazadla doručena na pokoj atd., prostě vše, co bych u hotelu 5* očekával. Hodně mi tento hotel připomínal hotel Ambasador 5* v Opatiji. Ručníky a lehátka jak u bazénu, tak na vyčleněném dílu pláže jsou v ceně ubytování. Hotel ještě dokončoval restauraci/bar na střeš hotelu. Byl jsem se tam podívat a to byl opravdu velice krásný výhled na moře a hory. Do Chorvatska jezdím cca 20 let a tento hotel a to ještě nebylo úplně vše dokončeno patří k tomu nejlepšímu, kde jsem zde byl, přičemž porovnám stejné kategorie hotelů. Ještě bych upozornil na dobrou polohu hotelu, který je na okraji Makarské, byl zde poměrně klid, otevřený prostor a proudila zde energie, což se nedá říci o středu Makarské, která na mne působila stísněně a bylo zde velice hodně lidí. Hotel určitě stojí za opakovanou návštěvu.

We had a thoroughly enjoyable week at this splendid hotel, but we would agree with other people’s reservations as to whether this can truly be considered a five-star experience. There were many positives about our stay. Our room was extremely clean, spacious, comfortable and had a magnificent and uplifting sea view. The hotel in general felt classy and high-end and the staff on the whole were helpful and courteous. Particular thanks to the reception team who acted to swiftly when these weary travellers left a bag on the transfer bus! We really enjoyed daily yoga and wellbeing sessions with top teacher Jovana – especially when held on the rooftop with its stunning views over the Makarska Riviera and the nearby town. In our week-long stay, we had a couple of stormy days but the luxurious indoor spa was the perfect place to hide out. It had ample sunbeds, pool, whirlpool and extensive sauna area. Be warned about the sauna area, as a minority of guests clearly preferred a fully naked experience, which we were not expecting. We were half-board and used the hotel for breakfast and dinner each night. The experience was OK, but certainly not as outstanding as the marketing imagery would have you believe. The best dishes were often a once-only offer on any given night so if you missed them by coming down mid-service they were not replenished. There was not a huge choice of fresh fruit at breakfast which, again, would run out during the service. I would have liked to have seen some stations where food was freshly prepared and piping hot. The restaurant could also get full so there was a need to hunt round for a table on a couple of visits, which isn’t conducive with a seamless five-star holiday. There is no free water on offer in the restaurant at dinner time, so be prepared to pay your way for drinks, including the smallest glasses of wine we have seen! And don’t be tempted to take a drink from the restaurant into the upstairs bar as that is against the rules. We were made aware of this oddment very politely, but such silly rules and regulations again don’t make for a hassle-free trip. The hotel’s beach is lovely, with the sea easily accessible – no huge rocks as can often be found in Croatia. The sea is clean and usually like a millpond in the hotel’s small bay. The path from hotel to beach could be made more accessible – again, a minor quibble in the grand scheme of things but important if the hotel is pitching to be among the best. We were adults-only but the hotel seemed to have comprehensive provision for children of all ages, including dedicated, shaded swimming pools and indoor gaming centre. It would be an ideal base for a luxury family holiday. Overall, we would recommend a visit but there is definitely room for improvement in the catering, beach access and dispensing with a few daft rules.

This is my third time at this hotel, and I'm very pleased. The beach and location are both wonderful, with a stunning view. The buffet food was excellent, but this season the food wasn't as tasty as it used to be, and there were no carving dishes. Last year, when I came on vacation, we couldn't find Chef Halil, who was so friendly and helpful. This year, we had Chef Gorjan. We didn't see the same level of satisfaction, and I hope things improve. I recommend it to everyone. Those who love the view can enjoy a delicious meal with wine at the rooftop restaurant.

The hotel was extraordinary! Although we didn't visit it in summer, all contents of the hotel were available. The staff were super friendly and polite. The food was very tasty. The hotel is in a great place with parking available. Would recommend it to anyone!