Orla de Araruama
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Summary of reviews'Orla de Araruama' enjoys a prime location in the heart of downtown Araruama, making it a convenient choice for guests. Its central positioning atop the Araruama bus station offers excellent access to shops, amenities and public transport. The inn is just steps away from the beautiful Araruama lagoon and waterfront, along with well-maintained recreational areas. Guests particularly appreciate the ease of exploring the city's attractions and the attentive, friendly hotel staff that enhance their overall experience.
Breakfast at the inn has mixed reviews with many finding it basic and limited. Although some guests praised its simplicity and consistency, others missed a more varied and fresher traditional hotel breakfast experience. Breakfast is served in a basket in the rooms, which some found to be a logistical inconvenience.
The rooms at Orla de Araruama are simple but clean, providing a basic and satisfactory stay. Guests noted the tidiness and pleasant smell of the rooms, complemented by good internet quality. The rooms with balconies offer beautiful views, further adding to the stay's appeal. However, some guests mentioned that the rooms are small and dark with outdated furnishings, noisy air conditioners and a lack of certain amenities, leading to some dissatisfaction with the overall value.
Cleanliness across the hotel, especially in the rooms and bathrooms, receives positive feedback. Guests often highlight the excellent tidiness organization and cleaning service quality.
The hotel staff is frequently praised for their friendly and attentive service, contributing significantly to guests' positive experiences. The reception team, particularly an attendant named Felipe, earns commendations for their professionalism, politeness and helpfulness, ensuring a warm and welcoming environment.
The pool is another highlight for guests, providing a pleasant leisure option despite some minor criticisms regarding maintenance. Its size and availability both during the day and at night are appreciated, making it a significant amenity for the inn.
Orla de Araruama is considered family-friendly, offering a cozy and accommodating environment for guests with children. Though room sizes may be small for larger families, the thoughtful provision of a small basket per family adds a considerate touch.
Bedding reviews are mixed with some guests finding the beds comfortable while others point out issues such as old, thin and creaky mattresses and uncomfortable pillows. Although a few found the beds reasonable, overall concerns about comfort and condition were commonly noted.
In summary, Orla de Araruama's strategic location, friendly staff and clean environment make it a convenient and welcoming choice for travelers with beautiful waterfront views and a pleasant pool area enhancing the stay. However, there are areas for improvement, particularly in breakfast variety, room amenities and bedding comfort.
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Breakfast at the inn has mixed reviews with many finding it basic and limited. Although some guests praised its simplicity and consistency, others missed a more varied and fresher traditional hotel breakfast experience. Breakfast is served in a basket in the rooms, which some found to be a logistical inconvenience.
The rooms at Orla de Araruama are simple but clean, providing a basic and satisfactory stay. Guests noted the tidiness and pleasant smell of the rooms, complemented by good internet quality. The rooms with balconies offer beautiful views, further adding to the stay's appeal. However, some guests mentioned that the rooms are small and dark with outdated furnishings, noisy air conditioners and a lack of certain amenities, leading to some dissatisfaction with the overall value.
Cleanliness across the hotel, especially in the rooms and bathrooms, receives positive feedback. Guests often highlight the excellent tidiness organization and cleaning service quality.
The hotel staff is frequently praised for their friendly and attentive service, contributing significantly to guests' positive experiences. The reception team, particularly an attendant named Felipe, earns commendations for their professionalism, politeness and helpfulness, ensuring a warm and welcoming environment.
The pool is another highlight for guests, providing a pleasant leisure option despite some minor criticisms regarding maintenance. Its size and availability both during the day and at night are appreciated, making it a significant amenity for the inn.
Orla de Araruama is considered family-friendly, offering a cozy and accommodating environment for guests with children. Though room sizes may be small for larger families, the thoughtful provision of a small basket per family adds a considerate touch.
Bedding reviews are mixed with some guests finding the beds comfortable while others point out issues such as old, thin and creaky mattresses and uncomfortable pillows. Although a few found the beds reasonable, overall concerns about comfort and condition were commonly noted.
In summary, Orla de Araruama's strategic location, friendly staff and clean environment make it a convenient and welcoming choice for travelers with beautiful waterfront views and a pleasant pool area enhancing the stay. However, there are areas for improvement, particularly in breakfast variety, room amenities and bedding comfort.
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Nestled in the heart of downtown Araruama, the inn boasts a highly praised location that guests find exceptionally convenient. Its central positioning places it atop the Araruama bus station, offering easy access to various shops, amenities and public transport. The waterfront and the picturesque Araruama lagoon are just steps away, providing a beautiful view and easy proximity to recreational areas such as the well-kept little square and the boat service to Paraia Seca.
Despite the less clearly advertised location above the bus station, visitors appreciate being close to everything. This strategic spot makes it effortless for guests to explore the city's attractions and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. The excellent location is complemented by the attentive and friendly hotel staff, enhancing the overall experience.
Whether it's the perfect centrality, the convenience of nearby shops or the charming waterfront views, the inn's location receives high marks from guests looking for a comfortable and accessible stay in Araruama.
Reviews about the breakfast at Orla de Araruama point to a generally unsatisfactory experience. Many guests found the breakfast to be basic and limited, often highlighting that it was served in a basket to their room without any choice in the menu. This included items like coffee, milk, juice, a piece of fruit, bread, cheese, ham, butter, yogurt and a slice of cake. Concerns were raised about the lack of variety and quality with specific complaints about the taste of the bread and the artificial juice.
Despite these critiques, some guests noted that the breakfast, though simple, was prepared with care and consistency and aligned with the daily rate. A few reviewers even described the breakfast as very good. However, the overall sentiment leaned towards dissatisfaction, as guests missed the traditional hotel breakfast experience that includes a broader range and fresher options in a restaurant setting. Additionally, logistic issues like timeliness and the inconvenience of having meals served only in the room due to pandemic measures contributed to the negative feedback.
Orla de Araruama offers a range of simple yet clean rooms that provide a basic but satisfactory stay. Many guests appreciate the tidiness and organization with several noting that the rooms are impeccably clean and nice-smelling, making for a pleasant environment. The rooms feature good internet quality and those facing the open balcony offer a beautiful view, adding a nice touch to the overall experience.
However, some aspects have room for improvement. The rooms are described as dark and small by several guests and the furnishings appear somewhat old and poorly positioned. Additionally, the air conditioning units have been reported as noisy and having dirty filters, which could affect comfort. The absence of cable TV and certain amenities has led some to feel that the price doesn't quite match the level of simplicity provided. Despite these drawbacks, the overall cleanliness and basic functionality of the rooms make them a reasonable choice for travelers not looking for luxury.
Guest feedback on the bedding at Orla de Araruama reveals a mix of impressions. On the positive side, some guests found the beds to be comfortable, enjoying a soft mattress on the double beds. However, several reviews highlighted issues with the beds, emphasizing that some were old, thin and creaky with certain beds even being described as very old and uncomfortable. There were particular mentions of mattresses being soft yet often thin and uncomfortable, contributing to an overall less favorable impression of the bed quality. Pillows also garnered critiques for being either too hard or too thick, further affecting sleep quality. Despite a few reasonable beds noted by some guests, overall bedding concerns, particularly in terms of comfort and condition, were frequently pointed out by guests.
Orla de Araruama receives positive feedback for its cleanliness with guests frequently highlighting the tidiness and organization of the rooms and bathrooms. The overall sentiment suggests that despite the hotel's older facilities and furniture, the cleanliness standards are well-maintained. Guests specifically appreciate the rooms being very clean, super clean and well-organized. The cleaning service quality is consistently noted as very good, contributing to an overall satisfaction with the hygiene standards of the hotel.
When it comes to the staff at 'Orla de Araruama', guest reviews consistently highlight their friendly and attentive service. The reception team is frequently commended for their professionalism and politeness, ensuring every guest feels well-received from the moment they arrive. Many reviewers appreciate the detailed explanations provided at check-in, which contributes to a smooth and quick process for both arrival and departure.
The entire hotel staff, from chambermaids to receptionists, is noted for their helpfulness and human touch. Specifically, an attendant named Felipe receives individual praise for his exceptional service. The staff's friendliness, described as always polite and readily available, creates a welcoming and warm environment for guests.
Overall, the staff at 'Orla de Araruama' earn high marks for their excellent service, consistently providing polite, kind and attentive care to ensure a comfortable and pleasant stay for all visitors.
The guest reviews of 'Orla de Araruama' convey that the pool stands out as a significant amenity, contributing positively to their overall experience. Despite a few criticisms, such as the pool's pier needing renovation, the access board being broken and some small stains, the general opinion is favorable. Guests particularly appreciated the large size of the pool and the scenic pool leisure area. While some found the pool a bit small, it was still considered very nice. Additionally, the pool's availability both during the day and at night was noted as a convenient feature. Altogether, the pool at 'Orla de Araruama' is viewed as a key highlight, providing a pleasant leisure option for guests.
Orla de Araruama is a family-friendly hotel that caters well to guests with children. Many families have found the accommodation to be simple and basic, yet sufficient for their needs. The rooms, though described as small, are reported to fit families comfortably. However, larger rooms or more space might be a consideration for those with bigger families. A small basket is provided per family, adding a thoughtful touch for those traveling with kids. One aspect to note is the presence of two flights of stairs, which could be a consideration for some families. Overall, Orla de Araruama offers a cozy and accommodating environment for family stays.
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Location
Despite the less clearly advertised location above the bus station, visitors appreciate being close to everything. This strategic spot makes it effortless for guests to explore the city's attractions and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere. The excellent location is complemented by the attentive and friendly hotel staff, enhancing the overall experience.
Whether it's the perfect centrality, the convenience of nearby shops or the charming waterfront views, the inn's location receives high marks from guests looking for a comfortable and accessible stay in Araruama.
Breakfast
Despite these critiques, some guests noted that the breakfast, though simple, was prepared with care and consistency and aligned with the daily rate. A few reviewers even described the breakfast as very good. However, the overall sentiment leaned towards dissatisfaction, as guests missed the traditional hotel breakfast experience that includes a broader range and fresher options in a restaurant setting. Additionally, logistic issues like timeliness and the inconvenience of having meals served only in the room due to pandemic measures contributed to the negative feedback.
Rooms
However, some aspects have room for improvement. The rooms are described as dark and small by several guests and the furnishings appear somewhat old and poorly positioned. Additionally, the air conditioning units have been reported as noisy and having dirty filters, which could affect comfort. The absence of cable TV and certain amenities has led some to feel that the price doesn't quite match the level of simplicity provided. Despite these drawbacks, the overall cleanliness and basic functionality of the rooms make them a reasonable choice for travelers not looking for luxury.
Beds
Cleanliness
Staff
The entire hotel staff, from chambermaids to receptionists, is noted for their helpfulness and human touch. Specifically, an attendant named Felipe receives individual praise for his exceptional service. The staff's friendliness, described as always polite and readily available, creates a welcoming and warm environment for guests.
Overall, the staff at 'Orla de Araruama' earn high marks for their excellent service, consistently providing polite, kind and attentive care to ensure a comfortable and pleasant stay for all visitors.
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Yes, Orla de Araruama has pool(s) that belong to one or more of the following categories: Outdoor Pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Orla de Araruama.
No, Orla de Araruama doesn't allow dogs.
No, parking facilities aren't available at Orla de Araruama.
No, Orla de Araruama doesn't have a gym.
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