This hotel was paradise, we returned from Galley Bay on 7th July
after two weeks, and we had a fantastic time. We have two tiny criticisms about the hotel, one is lack of sun shades & loungers on the beach, and the other is we felt the teepee bar needed a little background music, just to set the mood, nothing loud on intrusive, just a little steel pan perhaps. We stayed in a Gaugin Cottage, and it was just perfect, so unusual, it had a lot of character, and when we came over to the beach to sunbathe, we thought the shades and loungers outside the beachfront room's were for their use only, (apparently there not) which is why we felt there should be some more spread along the beach.
We also loved this hotel as it is adult's only, alot of honeymooners and couples. The Gaugin restaurant was so romantic, and the food was fantastic. We would just like to mention Natasha the singing bartender, she had a lovely personality, and was always a good laugh along with Kerri, Mike the matradee in the Seagrape restaurant was a very cool guy.
All the staff were very friendly and helpful, and we really did'nt want to come home, we hope to return next year, but we would'nt want one of the luxury room's we would go for a Gaugin Cottage with a plunge pool everytime.

This was our second trip to Galley Bay. It is always a tentative return to a place as our first visit was fantastic, and you don't want to be disappointed - and we weren't. This is a really special place to unwind. One of the brochures descibes it as being informal with unpretentious accommodation and that is spot on. We have also stayed at Carlisle Bay (for a lot more pennies) but this place is far superior or two reasons. The first is the fantastic staff - who are so well trained that everyone from the guy who tends the gardens to the manager are constantly making sure you are having a great time, and with quiet efficiency. The second is the superb chef. The meals are worthy of a great London restaurant - Gordon Ramsey eat your heart out.

A special mention to the tennis coach , Kelly. What a find. Under used, as he is not well advertised, but if tennis is your game take your gear and book him up as he is a very good coach.

And yes, we will be back next year

My wife and I have just returned from our second visit to Galley Bay. We were concerned about going back a second time to the same hotel. However, we were not disappointed - and are planning a third visit in the foreseable future.

My husband and I recently returned from a week's honeymoon in the Galley Bay hotel and I would thoroughly recommend it to other couples.

We stayed in a first floor junior beachfront suite which was very good accommodation, spacious and clean with a great bathroom. The views of the ocean and sunset from the suite were stunning. Servicing of the rooms was good with toiletries and minibar being replenished daily and fresh beach towels also being supplied each day.

The two restaurants were excellent and we particularly liked the fact that, although it was an all-inclusive package, the restaurants did not serve the usual bland buffet fare but served a la carte meals for both lunch and dinner (the only buffet meal is on a Thursday for dinner when barbecue buffet is served). Breakfast was also good with hot breakfast meals being cooked to order. The food was excellent, prepared with care and attention to detail with the menu containing plenty of local dishes. Restaurant service was generally very good with friendly and polite staff who gave detailed explanations of the daily specials on the menu and service was only a little slower than usual on a couple of mornings at breakfast. The only minor gripe with the restaurants is their limited wine list with only a choice of 2 red and 2 white wines being available, but these wines were perfectly acceptable and all manner of cocktails and spirits are also available. Particular mention must be made of Mike, the maitre d', who was the perfect host and knew and greeted guests by name and who gave elaborate descriptions of the daily specials and all other meals on the menu.

The bars were also lovely, our favourite bar being the beachfront Tepee bar - again staff were very friendly, polite and fun.

We liked the fact that from 7.00pm, in the bars and restaurants, there was a dress code for guests (long trousers and collared shirts for men and smart dress, trousers or tailored shorts for women) - this made dinner and an evening spent in the bars more of an occasion. Staff ensured, politely but firmly, that all guests adhered to this dress code.

The whole resort is very clean and well maintained. The pool and pool area are lovely and relaxing although space is limited here but, because the hotel caters for a relatively small number of guests, neither this nor the beautiful beach ever felt overcrowded. The water sports staff were great especially with beginners, as we are, and we went on a great half-hour hobie cat sailing lesson and all non-motorised water sports are included in your package.

Evening entertainment was very understated - generally singers and bands performing for a few hours each evening during dinner. The entertainment was perfect for us as we are not big fans of the standard hotel cabaret but people who like lively evening entertainment will not find it here.

This hotel was perfect for us and exceeded even our high expectations. All other guests we spoke to during our stay were also thoroughly enjoying their time at the hotel.

It is not for everyone - children are only allowed for a limited period over Christmas - entertainment is extremely low-key and having to adhere to a fairly strict dress code each evening may not suit all. It is, given its romantic setting and no-children policy, mainly full of couples.

If, however, like us, you are looking for a relaxing beach holiday in a beautiful location; lovely rooms; excellent food served a la carte in a proper restaurant setting, Galley Bay is the place for you and is, despite the fairly high price tag, excellent value for money.