Hi,

Just wondering if anyone can tell me anything about this hotel? I'm looking for somewhere to stay in August (that I can afford!). I had a brief look round last week while I was in Hammamet and it looked ok, but of course a 5 minute wander round doesn't tell me anything about the food, staff or how clean the rooms are kept etc.

I couldn't find anything for this hotel in the reviews section, so if anyone has stayed here recently, or know anything about it I'd be grateful for some advice.

Thanks.

A.x

Hello,

After a muck up by the holiday operators, we have been 'upgraded' from the hotel Les Citronniers (2 star), to Mediterranee Hotel (3 star), free of charge.

We cannot find much info (eg reviews etc) on the internet, has any of you ever stayed in this hotel? And, is it a step up from Les Citronneirs?

Cheers for now.

Stuart

Hi,

We have had our hotel for our holiday this July changed to the Mediteranee hotel....

We don't see much on the net about it. You say you went for a look....does it look nice? Is it right next to the beach?

Cheers,

Stuart

Going places...its a panorama holiday i think...?

Hi Stuart,

From just a quick look round the Mediteranee looks ok. Having been for drinks at the Citronniers a few times, and knowing the Citronniers doesn't have aircon in the rooms, I would say it is definitely a step up. Like said no idea re the food, staff, entertainment etc etc, which is why I entered my initial post. Would love to know if anyone out there can shed some more light on it for us!

A.

DOn't suppose anyone has been to this hotel recently? less than 2 weeks t go, hope its a nice hotel!!!

If any members have visited this hotel, please add your reviews HERE

It would be very useful to know if rooms come with fridge & tv! Going on sunday ahh!!

Cheers

Hi Stu,

I know this entry is a bit 11th hour as you go tomorrow - hope you still get this. During our quick look round we asked to see a room. We were in and out in about 1 minute (!) but I'm pretty sure there's a TV but no fridge. If there isn't a fridge it might be worth asking at reception - some hotels have them to hire out. No idea if this one does though.

With the TV, be warned - hardly any English channels. Although you can get news in English. I usually end up watching the German channels.

Please let me know what you think of the hotel, both good and bad points, once you're back.

Hope you have a good flight and a fantastic holiday.

A.

Hi All,
Well we have decided where we are going this year.
We are going back to Hammamet but a different hotel. We have booked the Hotel Mediterranee for the 2nd Sept and as I can't find many reviews (only 3 ) I was wondering if any one had stayed in this hotel, if so could you please let me know what it is like.

thanks
Chrissy

Hi Chrissy,

Sorry for the delay, I've been in a rather chaotic state recently!

I stayed at the Mediteranee last year in August, and have to say that overall it's pretty good. The rooms are a little on the small side and if I remember correctly there's no light for the balcony, but that's nit picking really. One thing that's worth mentioning is that some rooms have only a shower and no bath. What you get may depend on which tour operator you book with (I went through Tunisia First). I ended up with shower only and I'm one of those people who just HAS to have a bath! Despite it been slap in the middle of peak season they did change my room for me.

Which brings me round to the staff who I really can't fault. One example is the above room switch. Also, although there's officially no room service, if you ask nicely at reception they may organise a sandwich to be brought to your room. I arrived fairly late, missing dinner, and despite been visibly harrassed and exhausted the bloke on reception was very pleasant and had no problem organising this for me.

The main restaurant is huge and all of it is non smoking. There are a few tables with sea views which are nice and obviously popular. Some people tipped waiters to reserve one of these throughout their holiday for them. Tempting though this is, please bear in mind that this isn't really allowed and I saw at least one waiter get into trouble with the manager for doing this.

Meals vary from ok to good, and on my last night there I had a casserole type dish that was possibly one of the nicest meals I've had in a hotel out there (I've stayed in 13 hotels in Tunisia). Soft drinks, including water, and 'house' wine are included in the meal if you're staying half board. If you're a fine wine connoisseur the wine may offend, but I found it ok

Drinks in the bar are surprisingly expensive for this grade hotel in Tunisia - I'm sure I've paid less in 4 and even 5 star. But coming from England with our inflated alcohol prices, it shouldn't hurt too much.

Entertainment seemed a little more polished than in some of the other hotels I've stayed in, and in September is likely to still be in the amphitheatre outside. If the hotel is full get there in good time if you want to get a seat. I don't really take part in the daytime activities, but what I did notice is that it's very well geared up for children.

Pools - there are 2 of them; 1 in a lawned garden and then just across the main path is the main pool with terraces. Despite it being peak season I never had problems finding a sun lounger and the pool attendant was fairly quick in bringing one to me if there wasn't one immediately to hand, or where I wanted it. Tips are remembered and always help. But then, as you've been to Tunisia before you already know this

Snacks/lunch - the outside restaurant snack bar is pretty similar to what you get elsewhere. For snacks they do pretty good pancakes. Just remember to pay at the bar first before getting in the queue! And if you want an ice cream (cornetto / magnum type) from the freezer next to the bar - be warned, they are VERY expensive. I almost dropped mine in shock! I think it was 4TND, which could buy a pizza or main dish in some restaurants there!

Another warning - a lot of the floors are quite slippery. Flipflops and canvas soled shoes seem to be ok. But I found myself taking my shoes off to walk back to my room in the evening, whether I was wearing flats or high heels. It felt a lot safer that way!

I can't think of much else at this point, but if you have any questions, let me know and I'll try and give my memory another jog.

A.x

Hi Ax,

Thanks for all the info on this hotel. We can't wait to go.I'm sure we will like it at this hotel it sounds fine, have read about 3 or 4 reviews and they are all good, when we went to the Coralia Palm Beach last year we did'nt find many good reviews but I have to be honest and say that we really enjoyed our stay there you could'nt fault the staff, ( well we could'nt ) they really work hard.

Would be good to see any pictures ( if you have any ) of the hotel.

Is it September yet

Thanks again

Chrissy

Hi Chrissy,

The Mediterranee Hotel is just next door Hotel Coralia Palm Beach.

H E R E you can see pictures of the Hotel.

Kind regards from the Netherlands,
Pittie

Hi Chrissy,

Unfortunately I'm a bit behind the times and don't have a digital camera, so I can't really add to all the photos on the above link. But they're all pretty good so I'm sure you've got a good enough idea already!

I'm sure you'll have a fabulous time! September may be a long way off, but it's great to have something to look forward to!

A.x

Hi A.x,

Not to worry about the photos , Pittie's photos were fine, can't wait to get there, yes September seems a long way off but when you say 153 days to go it's not so bad ( soon be here )
Thanks again

Chrissy