Ocean Village
Ocean Village
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Monday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Tuesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Wednesday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Thursday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Friday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Saturday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
Sunday
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
About
Welcome to Ocean Village, a stunning waterfront resort nestled between two beautiful marinas and the Rock of Gibraltar. Home to two Casinos, the only nightclub on the Rock and a great choice of bars and international restaurants, Ocean Village really has something for everyone. Enjoy well-loved brands like Wagamama, Las Iguanas and Pizza Express, or something more unique like Little Bay's award-winning Indian cuisine. The world's first five star yacht hotel, Sunborn Gibraltar, is berthed in Ocean Village and brings an iconic centrepiece to our thriving, picturesque marina community. Centrally located only a short walk from the Gibraltar Cruise Terminal, five minutes from Casemates Square on Main Street and ten minutes from the Spanish border, Ocean Village is easily accessible on foot for all. We hope you have a wonderful visit!
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Helen M
19 contributions
Aug 2023 • Friends
This hotel is nice enough with a lovely pool / spa area on the top floor . However , we booked through sweet stay ( even through booking.com) and from the beginning we had non stop problems . The person that showed us to our apartment was rude and threatened to ‘ cancel our room booking ‘ just because we questioned the extra money they were asking for . They will ask each occupant for £15 each for ‘ use of the amenities’ . The amenities were listed as included in the original booking and paid for . It turns out this card you have to pay for is not just for the pool it is the only way you can access the main door to even get to the apartment you have already paid for ?!
Payment is by cash only and no receipt provided so there is clearly a little money making scheme going on here between the hotel and Eliseo Gonzalez. We were taken to the apartment and he would not leave until we had also provided further card details to cover any ‘ damage waiver’. We were told even a mark on a towel will cost us £15. He was rude , passive aggressive and we both felt unsafe with this individual. Upon inspection of the apartment this had not been cleaned . There were hairs on the bed sheets , smear marks on the patio and balcony glass , dust on the floor , dirty utensils in the drawer . We took photographic evidence of this . We also got locked out on the balcony 16 floors up as the door lever malfunctioned. Once again when Eliseo came to unlock it he once again mentioned that we were ‘ lucky we were not charged for this ‘ . How about he never showed us how the door worked ?!
Filthy apartment - owner should be aware that this is not being cleaned or unkept. Hairs in the beds , dust on floor , dirty smeared windows , foot prints on wall , dirty utensils .
Please avoid at all costs .
Payment is by cash only and no receipt provided so there is clearly a little money making scheme going on here between the hotel and Eliseo Gonzalez. We were taken to the apartment and he would not leave until we had also provided further card details to cover any ‘ damage waiver’. We were told even a mark on a towel will cost us £15. He was rude , passive aggressive and we both felt unsafe with this individual. Upon inspection of the apartment this had not been cleaned . There were hairs on the bed sheets , smear marks on the patio and balcony glass , dust on the floor , dirty utensils in the drawer . We took photographic evidence of this . We also got locked out on the balcony 16 floors up as the door lever malfunctioned. Once again when Eliseo came to unlock it he once again mentioned that we were ‘ lucky we were not charged for this ‘ . How about he never showed us how the door worked ?!
Filthy apartment - owner should be aware that this is not being cleaned or unkept. Hairs in the beds , dust on floor , dirty smeared windows , foot prints on wall , dirty utensils .
Please avoid at all costs .
Written August 31, 2023
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Alan S
Aylesbury, UK28 contributions
Aug 2024 • Couples
recently stayed at this holiday rental and unfortunately, my experience was far from satisfactory. Upon arrival, the apartment was extremely hot, with the temperature over 29°C and the air conditioning not switched on. To make matters worse, a workman had left paint and tools on the balcony. As we were unpacking, the workman returned to paint over a wall socket where a small electrical fire had occurred.
We decided to leave the apartment for a couple of hours, hoping the air conditioning would cool the place down. However, when we returned, the temperature had only dropped by 1°C to 28°C. We asked the owner to check if the air conditioning was working properly. He assured us it was but said he would get someone to fix it. Despite our willingness to pay part of the rental agreement for just one day, the owner insisted we had to pay the full amount.
Additionally, we noticed the floors were filthy, turning our feet black from dirt. Upon closer inspection, we found a considerable amount of mould growing inside all three air conditioning units. This raised serious concerns about the air quality and potential health risks from breathing in mould spores. My wife had to mop the floor twice to make it somewhat bearable.
While the owner did attempt to address some of the issues, the sweltering heat and dirty conditions made our stay extremely uncomfortable.
The owner tried to fix it. But the aircon needs a major overhaul and the apartment needs cleaning. Our feet were black.
I cannot recommend this property based on our experience.
We decided to leave the apartment for a couple of hours, hoping the air conditioning would cool the place down. However, when we returned, the temperature had only dropped by 1°C to 28°C. We asked the owner to check if the air conditioning was working properly. He assured us it was but said he would get someone to fix it. Despite our willingness to pay part of the rental agreement for just one day, the owner insisted we had to pay the full amount.
Additionally, we noticed the floors were filthy, turning our feet black from dirt. Upon closer inspection, we found a considerable amount of mould growing inside all three air conditioning units. This raised serious concerns about the air quality and potential health risks from breathing in mould spores. My wife had to mop the floor twice to make it somewhat bearable.
While the owner did attempt to address some of the issues, the sweltering heat and dirty conditions made our stay extremely uncomfortable.
The owner tried to fix it. But the aircon needs a major overhaul and the apartment needs cleaning. Our feet were black.
I cannot recommend this property based on our experience.
Written August 12, 2024
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Denise
London, UK226 contributions
May 2021 • Couples
Really lovely area , well laid out nice bars restaurants and lovely place to people watch. Most restaurants need booking. So lovely here during the week, however on a Friday snd Saturday it is full of drunk, falling about stag snd hen parties! Queensway quay is far nicer and a bit more up market
Written June 27, 2021
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alisdair t
Workington, UK6,344 contributions
Jun 2022
Away from the hustle and bustle of the main square, and main streets, found this area just before lunch time. Plenty of quiet bars, and cafes to sit and watch the world go by. Some nice small shops and restaurants located here, as well as the Sunborn hotel, which resembles a ship.
Written June 28, 2022
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quslt
Wickford, UK211 contributions
May 2022
This is a lovely busy place with lots of restaurants. Great for a nice drink or meal whilst watching the world go by. It's very clean and tidy and all the staff we encountered were very friendly. Boats leave from here for Dolphin watching. and the Sunborn hotel is a great sight to see. This was our 'Happy place' on our 6 night honeymoon
Written May 24, 2022
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Thank you for your lovely review! We are so pleased that you enjoyed your visit. We hope you come back and visit us soon :)
Written June 24, 2022
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MervFrome
Frome, UK249 contributions
Sep 2020
If you love to eat and drink and watch the world go by, then this is the place for you. Indian, Italian, Spanish, English and Irish dishes are just some of the menu choices. Comfortable chairs and lively, laid back atmosphere.
Written September 22, 2020
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TB100
Nottinghamshire, UK256 contributions
Aug 2020 • Family
Lots to see and enjoy here. Lovely selection of restaurants and some great bars offering 2-4-1 cocktails. A varied selection of food , including Wagamama and Pizza Express if children are deciding on dinner. Supermarket is here too, along with lots of your companies and boat tours.
Written August 25, 2020
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IAN D
Wigan, UK26,138 contributions
Mar 2024 • Friends
Ocean village is the major entertainment hub of Gibraltar. So many bars and restaurants to choose from and good variety. Really enjoyed the four I visited plus the hotel which used to be a cruise liner.
Written March 21, 2024
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dskid
Overland Park, KS2,500 contributions
Oct 2017 • Couples
As others have written, this area is populated with a lot of bars and restaurants along the waterfront and for a couple of blocks inland. It's very walkable and felt very safe. Please do your research on TA before picking a restaurant. We didn't do that because my wife wanted fish and chips and I believe we suffered for our lack of due diligence.
I thought the area had a SoCal vibe but there are similar areas in Florida.
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I thought the area had a SoCal vibe but there are similar areas in Florida.
Thanks for reading. If you've found this helpful I'll appreciate a thumbs up below.
Written December 27, 2017
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Mark T
Oxford, UK24 contributions
Nov 2017 • Couples
my wife and i once we found ocean village it was where we went to eat. if we were younger it would have been the place to go for entertainment in the evening as well loads of places to eat and drink.
Written November 16, 2017
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Hi I thinking of mooring out there and there is space on pier one do you have a map that shows me where this is.
Written April 30, 2023
Can the pool passes be used at the Ocean Plaza Spa if staying at the Imperial Ocean?
Written April 13, 2022
Hi I have booked to stay on the Sunborn in May 2017. Has anyone got any suggestions in terms of places to go of evening plus any good sight seeing
Written February 15, 2017
Can the pools in the complex be used all year round? We are thinking of staying during new year 2017 so not sure what the rules are regarding using the pools
Written November 13, 2016
Hello, the pool area is available for residents or guests living in Royal Ocean Plaza, Grand Ocean Plaza and Majestic Ocean Plaza, it is indeed open all year round. Hope you enjoy your stay.
Written November 13, 2016
Can you walk from the cruise ships to the ocean village marina please
Written January 15, 2016
It will be approximately 20 minutes to walk to Ocean Village from the Cruise ship, possibly more if you a slow walker
Written April 25, 2016
Hi
I have booked an apartment through Holiday lettings number 503 Royal Ocean Plaza anybody already stayed? best advice? Do we use taxi from airport any idea of best place for a meal - do we need to book as we arrive late evening on a Saturday?
Thanks
Ann
Written April 27, 2015
I'm probably a little late with my response here. However Royal Ocean Plaza is right in the centre of Ocean Village and a very nice location. It could be easily walked in 15-20 mins but is readily served by the local Buses which are regular, clean, inexpensive and a delight to use. There can be a queue for Taxi at the air port, but if there is take a coffee break in the lounge over looking the northern face of the rock. see oceanvillage.gi for a map.
Written June 12, 2015
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