This was exactly as described by earlier entries in this web page. Rooms were clean, comfortable and although basic in their layout and furnishings adequate.

The TV service was in a word diabolical, we were not expecting much but!

The lack of any air conditioning meant leaving windows open and mosquitoes had a field day. Bring a bug fryer is my recommendation.

The reception staff were friendly, helpful & went out of their way to assist. I wish the Thomson reps. were just a little bit better at communicating with their clients.

They seemed to be more interested in promoting their excursions etc.

I would recommend the resort to anyone and would consider returning at a future date. On the whole it was good value for the amount we paid.

(Note: We stayed in a self-catering apartment on this resort, as such it is difficult to separate our experiences into a "Hotel Review" and a "Resort Review" as both were integral to our enjoyment. So I have posted the same information to each).

Apartment

We asked for a "quiet" apartment and were allocated one overlooking the smaller of the two swimming pools at the east end of the complex which was just perfect. The swimming pool closed at 8pm and all we had then in the way of noise was gentle Spanish music from a nearby small bar. I think all the noisier stuff was at the other end, I know some people also headed into town for entertainment at night. Car hire was very cheap but we didn't need that. I think it worked out at about

Fantastic superfamily hotel. Excellent location right on the beach. Staff very friendly and helpful. Especially the Thomson and Blue Village reps, they were brilliant, patient with the children and couldn't do more for you! even offering to push my sleepy 18 month old off in his pushchair if I wanted to watch the world cup in the bar (I didnt , but the offer was very kind). They all seemed to remember the kids names if they saw them about during the day and it made my little man feel very special!

Cleanliness was good, no litter or overflowing bins, in fact there always seemed to be some sort of cleaning or maintenance going on. Rooms cleaned 5 days a week and towels when you want them.

The food here was excellent. Always good quality and quantity. Theme nights were great as was the "show cooking", omelettes at breakfast and meat or fish for dinner cooked to your liking right in front of you- very impressed! We also got to eat out at the EL Duque grill on the seafront once each week as part of half board deal, lovely menu , staff and seaview, well worth the visit!

Blue Moon bar on site was airconned and non smoking so great for the children, sports bar outside for TV sports and smokers!!!! Entertainment was good, lots for kids and families, good timetable through the day for all. Aqua aerobics, water basketball etc. A short walk along the beach to town and more adult bars if thats more to your liking. Opposite the Flamingo is a bar with free outside mini golf, play area and trampolines for the children too- So much to do, so little time!!!!!!

We can't wait to return next year!

Just returned from a 2 week holiday. Fantastic! Apartments right on the beach, which is incredibly safe for children.

The two swimming pools were rather cold when first jumping in. Main pool has lots of day time activities. Adult Water Polo very competitive!! Second pool is smaller and quieter.

Lots of different nationalties staying at the apartments.

Evening entertainment by Thomson Reps was excellent particularly Danny & Tweety who had great voices. All reps worked extremely hard. Hotel entertainment also excellent once Thomson the Dog had his turn & went off to bed.

Apartments were cleaned 5 days a week. Ceiling fans adequate for May/June but I would imagine the rooms uncomfortably hot in July - September. Really need aircon. Public areas very clean. Hotel staff very pleasant & helpful.

10 minute walk along the promenade to main resort. Plenty of places to eat but mainly all the same.

Would quite happily return again.

We have just returned from our 2nd visit to the flamingo, this time after a three week stay. We can honestly say that this trip was just as great, if not better. As we booked the bungalow directly from the owners, our 4yr old daughter felt like it was ' home from home'.

Everything on the complex was still as clean as we left it last year. Another holiday there in October, we cant wait !!

Our daughter cant wait until she visits the 'Blue Moon ' again, as Danny the Blue Village rep was fantastic with her, and loaded her up with goodies on the day we came home. Her first crush I think !!

No complaints about Flamingo Apartments. Although the beach has been devastated by a tropical storm. Apartment was clean, air con was not needed in January. Excellent views from top floor apartment out to sea and Fuerteventura.

The only restaurant at Flamingo Beach worth any praise was the Asia Chinese, good food and staff very attentive.

Supermarkets fairly well stocked and located nearby.

Would return to Flamingo Apartment off season, although more suited to families than couples.

WOW, this apartment complex exceeded all expectations.

Our first time abroad with our two young children (4 & 2) could not have been more enjoyable. The apartments were thoroughly clean and perfectly equipped for our needs. Our apartment was situated halfway between the pool area and the beach.

Our biggest dilemma of the holiday was to we turn right for the beach or left for the pool. The pool area was extremely clean, although I must say that at times the blue concrete bordering the pool could be extremely slippy. (This might be a bit of an obvious comment to make) but we did actually see a staff member fall over. SO please take care, but at the same time please do not let this put you off.

Plenty of activities to keep all ranges happy. Or if you prefer head off to the other pool that is a lot more quiet (no entertainment) or just go down to the beautiful beach.

The beach was fantastic (although as someone else mentioned previously there are a lot of cigarette stubs in the sand - to be honest it is more of a cultural thing as everywhere you went outside the hotel there were stubs!!) Plenty of sunbeds although if the weather looks as if it is going to be a scorcher get there early. Cost 7.50 euros for the day for two beds and a parasol. The water is extremely clean and safe for even the youngest children. We were quite happy to sit on our sunbeds and watch our two young boys play on the waters edge.

The evening entertainment was brill so top marks to the Thomson gang and The Blue Village gang as well. BIG UP especially to Danny, Craig, Sarah and Charlotte. If some of the other members had a quarter of Danny and Charlotte's enthusiasm the shows would be blinding!!! Please give Thomson the Dog a big hug from Morgan and Lewis when you see him!!!!!

Situated on the promenade (NO CARS WHATSOEVER) you can walk to the town of Playa Blanca in 10 minutes easy, it took us about twenty minutes with our two young 'uns. Definitely worth a few strolls early evening, have a meal, then get back to the complex for the evening entertainments.

We do have a holiday booked in April for Cyprus, but much to my delight my husband who is usually quite hard to please has already decided we are going back. CAN'T WAIT.

Just returned from a fantastic holiday at the Playa Flamingo. We were located at the far end, near the children's playground and smaller pool.

The main pool area covered all the daytime activities, water polo, aerobics etc.

Both Thomson and Blue Village reps worked very hard in making sure you were entertained, both daytime and evening. The kids club was excellent, plenty of activities and games to keep the kids amused.

Location wise, only a minutes walk to the lovely beach, which was ideal for small children, and had lovely views of Fuerteventura.

The apartments themselves had everything you needed, kept very clean and well maintained.

Overall, I would highly recommend these apartments.

My boyfriend and I stayed at Playa Flamingo March '05.

We opted for the cheaper rooms (which aren't part of the bungalow complex and are only ideal for two people max) and I would only recommend for people passing through or if you are looking for something cheap and cheerful. These rooms were clean but very basic.

The hotel complex was extremely clean and very well maintained. The bungalows looked lovely and we are currently looking to book one for this year. Location was fine - 2 minute stroll to Playa Flamingo beach and 10 mins to the centre.

The restaurants round by the hotel are fine, but for real Spanish/Canarian food the town centre is the place to head.

Entertainment in the hotel was a bit tackey for me (all a bit Agadoo) but was fantastic for kids.

Having never visited lanzarote before we didn't know what to expect, a good job really as we never left the hotel grounds!!

Our three yr old loved the beach / pool so much that we where never out of our swim gear.

The accommodation was as fantastic as the hotel was clean, with all mod cons included, which is great when you are self catering.

As we loved the playa flamingo so much, we have already booked to go back again for three weeks in march 2006.
A great place, keep up the good work.