APARTHOTEL COSTA MAR, Puerto del Carmen (Lanzarote)

The property is directly opposite Playa de los Pocillos, a wide, quiet beach ideal for relaxing. A Spar supermarket, pharmacy, and several restaurants are within a one-minute walk. The main bar and restaurant strip of Puerto del Carmen is a 15-20 minute walk to the right, or a cheap €5 taxi ride. Matagorda, with additional dining and shops, is about a 5-minute walk to the left. A bus stop right outside connects to the rest of the island - the airport is about 10 minutes away by car or bus. Free on-street parking is readily available for those renting a car.

Breakfast is a continental buffet with bread, pastries, cold meats, cheese, eggs, bacon, cereals, and fruit - priced at €10 for adults and €5 for children. Dinner is a set buffet with a rotating menu of meat, fish, pasta, and chips, though variety is limited and the food can be lukewarm. Vegetarian options at dinner are mostly salads and boiled vegetables. The pool bar (Monday-Friday, 10:30-17:30) serves snacks and drinks at reasonable prices. Many choose to eat out at nearby restaurants, which are abundant and affordable. The on-site minimarket sells groceries and essentials for self-catering. A toaster or hairdryer can be borrowed from reception against a deposit.

The main pool is a good size for a complex this scale, with plenty of sun loungers. The pool is not heated and is accessed only by ladders, making it less suitable for those with mobility issues. A separate children's pool is available. The pool bar operates Monday to Friday from 10:30 to 17:30, offering limited hours but friendly service. There is a children's playground and outdoor play equipment on site. No spa, gym, or organised entertainment is provided. The beach across the road offers a large sandy area for swimming and sunbathing.