Villa Lavanda
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Summary of reviewsVilla Lavanda emerges as a top-rated destination primarily for its excellent location, superb service and culinary delights. Situated in a serene yet central area of Cres, it offers guests proximity to the beach, various local attractions and breathtaking views of the sea and harbor from its rooms and terraces. The villa's own restaurant is a highlight, serving delicious regional cuisine with freshly grilled fish, lamb and octopus, often enjoyed on the terrace with quality wine.
Guests are highly impressed with the accommodations, noting the modern, spacious and impeccably clean rooms. Comfortable beds and well-maintained bathrooms contribute to the luxurious feel, while large balconies provide sweeping sea views. Cleanliness is consistently praised with rooms described as spotless and well-kept, complemented by daily towel changes and an overall peaceful environment.
The staff at Villa Lavanda receive exceptional reviews for their friendliness and helpfulness, ensuring guests feel welcome and well-cared-for. Minor issues with parking and occasional mentions of worn-out mattresses do not significantly detract from the overall positive experience. Breakfast, while occasionally critiqued for variety, generally impresses with its quality and abundance, featuring homemade jams, croissants, fruits and freshly grilled fish.
In summary, Villa Lavanda successfully combines an outstanding location, high-quality service, comfortable accommodations and excellent dining options, making it a highly recommended choice for travelers visiting Cres.
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Guests are highly impressed with the accommodations, noting the modern, spacious and impeccably clean rooms. Comfortable beds and well-maintained bathrooms contribute to the luxurious feel, while large balconies provide sweeping sea views. Cleanliness is consistently praised with rooms described as spotless and well-kept, complemented by daily towel changes and an overall peaceful environment.
The staff at Villa Lavanda receive exceptional reviews for their friendliness and helpfulness, ensuring guests feel welcome and well-cared-for. Minor issues with parking and occasional mentions of worn-out mattresses do not significantly detract from the overall positive experience. Breakfast, while occasionally critiqued for variety, generally impresses with its quality and abundance, featuring homemade jams, croissants, fruits and freshly grilled fish.
In summary, Villa Lavanda successfully combines an outstanding location, high-quality service, comfortable accommodations and excellent dining options, making it a highly recommended choice for travelers visiting Cres.
Dog Friendly Guest House
Villa Lavanda is a guesthouse that welcomes pets. It provides comfortable accommodation and a relaxing environment for both guests and their furry companions.
Guest House with Parking
Villa Lavanda offers free private parking directly on site. This provides a convenient and secure parking solution for all guests.
Small Guest House
Villa Lavanda provides a tranquil atmosphere with stunning views, ideal for those seeking a charming and intimate getaway. The villa's serene environment and personalized service ensure a memorable stay.
3-Star Guest House
Set in the ancient town of Cres, only 328 feet from the nearest pebbly beach and 656 feet from the town center. Offers Wi-Fi throughout the property. Provides rooms with kitchenettes, pet-friendly rooms, city views, and free parking.
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Villa Lavanda boasts an outstanding location, placing guests just a short walk from both the beach and the center of Cres. The proximity to the sea and various local attractions such as the harbor, waterfront and historic center make it an ideal choice for travelers seeking convenience and scenic beauty. Nestled in a quiet residential area, it ensures a peaceful stay while still being centrally situated.
The property also features its own restaurant offering delicious regional cuisine, adding to the appeal of staying here. The villa is noted for its clean, well-maintained rooms with modern facilities and comfortable beds, ensuring a pleasant experience for guests. The panoramic views from the terrace and rooms further enhance the charm of the location, offering stunning vistas of the harbor and the sea.
Villa Lavanda combines excellent location with exceptional service, making it a top-rated destination for those visiting Cres. Its central yet tranquil setting, combined with quick and easy access to local attractions, makes it the perfect base for exploring the island.
Breakfast at Villa Lavanda has garnered a mix of reviews, but overall, it tends to leave a positive impression on many guests. The breakfast offerings are described as wonderful, excellent and very tasty with homemade jams and excellent croissants being particularly highlighted. Many reviews praised the breakfast for being varied, plentiful and sufficient with some guests noting the availability of fruits, vegetables and freshly grilled fish, which was described as the best ever.
Several guests appreciated the relaxing ambiance of enjoying breakfast outdoors with the soothing sounds of piano jazz music or under a kiwi tree. The breakfast buffet tends to include everything you need, from fruit and yogurt to ham and cheese and often leaves little to be desired.
However, a few guests felt that the breakfast could be more varied and better managed, noting that the selection was relatively small and sometimes unattractively presented. While some found the breakfast just average and sufficient, others thought it was poor and weak. Despite these criticisms, the positive comments about the delicious breakfasts and the generous, abundant selection suggest that Villa Lavanda's breakfast generally meets and sometimes exceeds guests' expectations.
Villa Lavanda offers an exceptional dining experience, where guests can indulge in freshly grilled fish, lamb and octopus that are consistently praised as excellent. The in-house trattoria stands out for its very good cuisine, often cooked on a charcoal grill and the roasted suckling pig comes particularly recommended. Reviewers frequently highlight the restaurant's evening dinners as delicious and commendable, featuring freshly prepared and exceptionally tasty dishes. Dining on the terrace enhances the lovely experience, complemented by good wine and occasional complimentary drinks for half-board guests. The restaurant's offerings are described as very good, featuring a combination of local delicacies and freshly grilled items, all at a decent price. The overall culinary experience at Villa Lavanda is marked by high-quality, fresh ingredients and expert preparation, making it a highly recommended destination for food enthusiasts.
Villa Lavanda consistently impresses guests with its impeccably clean, spacious and well-furnished rooms. The accommodations are modern, newly renovated and equipped with all the necessary comforts, ensuring a pleasant stay. Rooms feature super comfortable beds and nice bathrooms, adding to the overall luxurious feel. A standout feature is the large terraces and balconies that offer sweeping views of the sea, harbor and city, making for an unforgettable experience. The property’s excellent location and beautiful views of Cres enhance its appeal. Guests also appreciate the bright and airy rooms, along with the friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast receives praise for its large selection and the overall atmosphere is cozy and inviting. Whether one is staying in a studio or a spacious apartment, Villa Lavanda delivers a delightful and aesthetically pleasing environment.
Reviewers consistently highlight the beds at Villa Lavanda as a major positive feature, frequently describing them as very comfortable and super comfortable. There are multiple mentions of the beds being clean and decent. Guests appreciate the general comfort with terms like comfortable bed and great bed appearing repeatedly. However, there are occasional remarks about worn-out mattresses, suggesting some inconsistency in bed quality. Despite this, the overall feedback on the beds is overwhelmingly positive, contributing significantly to the guests' satisfactory experience.
Villa Lavanda excels in cleanliness, consistently mentioned as a standout aspect by guests. Visitors describe the rooms as very clean, spotless and impeccably maintained, often emphasizing the modern, comfortable accommodations. The environment is noted for being well-kept, peaceful and suitable for rest and relaxation. Guests appreciate amenities such as large sliding windows providing breathtaking views and the convenience of a central location. The service includes daily towel changes, adding to the overall sense of cleanliness and hygiene. Some minor critiques include occasional issues with kitchen equipment and room cleanliness, but these do not overshadow the overwhelmingly positive feedback on cleanliness, comfort and the welcoming atmosphere, including for pets.
Villa Lavanda boasts an impressive reputation for its exceptional staff. Guests frequently highlight the friendliness and helpful nature of the team with many describing them as very friendly, super friendly and extremely polite. The owner and his team are particularly noted for being considerate and accommodating, ensuring that visitors feel welcome and well-cared-for.
Despite some mentions of a lack of motivation and training among a few staff members, the overwhelmingly positive feedback suggests that the overall experience remains highly favorable. Guests appreciate the supportive and kind demeanor of the hotel personnel, who manage to provide attentive service without being intrusive.
Specifically, visitors have praised the helpful and kind staff at Villa Lavanda, whether it is during breakfast or throughout their stay. Language barriers do not seem to hamper their friendliness, as their warm and welcoming attitude leaves a lasting impression. The combination of a great team and the promise of a return visit from satisfied guests speaks volumes about the quality of service at this charming hotel.
Villa Lavanda offers a few parking options. Guests have the convenience of parking directly in front of the villa or using a lot within a 1-minute walk. However, the availability of parking spaces can be an issue, as they are not always sufficient to accommodate every room. Although the hotel advertises paid parking at €1/hour available 24/7, some guests have mentioned being allowed to park for free about 150 meters away, which can be a viable alternative.
For those driving motorcycles, there is parking available right in front of the building. While some found the parking well-organized and even lauded the quality of the underground parking, others felt that the overall parking situation could be improved. Finding a spot can sometimes be challenging, but despite this, many guests managed to park their vehicle close to the hotel.
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The property also features its own restaurant offering delicious regional cuisine, adding to the appeal of staying here. The villa is noted for its clean, well-maintained rooms with modern facilities and comfortable beds, ensuring a pleasant experience for guests. The panoramic views from the terrace and rooms further enhance the charm of the location, offering stunning vistas of the harbor and the sea.
Villa Lavanda combines excellent location with exceptional service, making it a top-rated destination for those visiting Cres. Its central yet tranquil setting, combined with quick and easy access to local attractions, makes it the perfect base for exploring the island.
Breakfast
Several guests appreciated the relaxing ambiance of enjoying breakfast outdoors with the soothing sounds of piano jazz music or under a kiwi tree. The breakfast buffet tends to include everything you need, from fruit and yogurt to ham and cheese and often leaves little to be desired.
However, a few guests felt that the breakfast could be more varied and better managed, noting that the selection was relatively small and sometimes unattractively presented. While some found the breakfast just average and sufficient, others thought it was poor and weak. Despite these criticisms, the positive comments about the delicious breakfasts and the generous, abundant selection suggest that Villa Lavanda's breakfast generally meets and sometimes exceeds guests' expectations.
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Rooms
Beds
Cleanliness
Staff
Despite some mentions of a lack of motivation and training among a few staff members, the overwhelmingly positive feedback suggests that the overall experience remains highly favorable. Guests appreciate the supportive and kind demeanor of the hotel personnel, who manage to provide attentive service without being intrusive.
Specifically, visitors have praised the helpful and kind staff at Villa Lavanda, whether it is during breakfast or throughout their stay. Language barriers do not seem to hamper their friendliness, as their warm and welcoming attitude leaves a lasting impression. The combination of a great team and the promise of a return visit from satisfied guests speaks volumes about the quality of service at this charming hotel.
Parking
For those driving motorcycles, there is parking available right in front of the building. While some found the parking well-organized and even lauded the quality of the underground parking, others felt that the overall parking situation could be improved. Finding a spot can sometimes be challenging, but despite this, many guests managed to park their vehicle close to the hotel.
No, Villa Lavanda doesn't have any pool.
No, a spa isn't available at Villa Lavanda.
Yes, Villa Lavanda welcomes dogs.
Yes, parking facilities are available at Villa Lavanda.
No, Villa Lavanda doesn't have a gym.
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