we went in july,i really enjoyed the place.took my kids who were 17,13,12 and 6.in all honesty it was perfect for the 6 year old,and the oldest boy enjoyed it,but the middle two did get bored at times,but i think thats just an age thing.it depends how mature your boy is,if he enjoys swimming,water sports etc,chilling out with his ipod,then he will be fine,if he wants wall to wall entertainment,thei i think its pitched to a younger age,but it depends whos there at the time.there are computers in thr foyer,so the kids can msn there mates.he would be safe to wander the complex and beach area.i would go back,but for a lad on his own i would suggest a games consol,or maybe a portable dvd player,or what about him taking a freind.i would definatly stay in the hotel and not the beach club,as i think that that is more suitable for little ones. mo.