Binibeca holiday villa "Villa Alhubara" in Binibeca Vell

I was a little scepticle about trusting reviews. Have these been written by the owner or firends of the owner. But having reviewed the villa information and reviews we decided to book for the last week in Sep (2009) and fingers crossed. In our party were 2 couples and 2 toddlers.

Johanna (the owner) was brilliant from start to finish. She was very helpful pre booking giving information. Once we had booked she offered to pick half of our party up from the airport and drop off. on the way back, allowing us as a group to hire a smaller car (would never have got the luggage in a smaller car). She even had the patience to wait over an hour at the airport whilst we sorted out our hire car.

The villa was a 15/20 minute drive from the airport. On arrival at the Villa was a lovely welcome pack including essentials to get us started. Nothing could have prepared us for the outstanding views that you get from the living room and balcony off the living room of the views out to sea, WOW.

The accomodation was immaculate and fitted out to a high standard. The airconditioning was a blessing and no extra charge unlike some villas. On arrival Johanna explained where the local shops are and the closest big supermarket (pass it on the way from the airport). Whilst a car is not neccessary for the resort I would recommend having a car so that you can tour the island and get to the cheap supermarket it is a lot cheaper than the resort supermarkets.

The swimming pool was excellent, feels cold at first but once you are in it was a lovely temperature. A good size for playing and swimming.

The resort itself was quiet but that is what we went for, peace and quiet. The beach was only 10 minutes walk away though having been i was much happier with the excellent facilities at the villa. To get from the villa to the local shops there is a little bit of a hill to walk, but only about 100 - 150 metres in length. But I'm sure you will agree the views from the villa are more than worth it.

The garden area was also great the little girls loved running around on this and hunting out the two resident tortoises. We were worried about how child friendly the villa would be and on the whole we were more than happy.

I feel that even though there were 6 of us we felt we could have had at least another couple staying with us. All in all I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending this villa for a relaxing luxery break. I am now not so scepticle ;-)