Iberostar Waves Herceg Novi - All Inclusive

We have traveled a lot around Montenegro and stayed in many hotels, this is the worst hotel of all that we have encountered in Montenegro! The hotel was chosen because the Iberostar has always been famous for its hotels, but this one is simply a disgrace for the Iberostar. 1) the location of the hotel - the hotel is on the outskirts, there is nowhere to walk! At the same time, the hotel is located in a mountainous area and you will be forced to walk up and down the stairs all the time in the heat. 2) food - at first it seems that everything is fine with it, but this is not so, there is a lot of food and this initially makes a good impression, but after 3 days it becomes clear that firstly the food is very tasteless, they cook disgustingly, only salads and desserts are tasty, the food is the cheapest, in a week we had expensive seafood 2 times. 3) the hotel itself - everything is old!!! and very cheap, the hotel needs to be updated.

What an amazing place! Breathtaking views around every corner, a sensational crew looking after you, spotless, a dream! The price you pay for breathtaking views are steps - many many steps, slopes, hills, ramps, inclines. As others have said this is not the place for you if you have mobility issues, but then neither is Kotor bay full stop as it’s stunning precisely because it’s Europe’s southernmost fjord. We were in the furthest block, at the top of the hill - it was a challenge but if you’re reasonably mobile, doable. That’s the negative out of the way - everything else was pretty much faultless at this gorgeous hotel. We were a small family (mum, dad and nearly 6 year old) visiting at peak season in August. Our son had the absolute time of his life at Star Camp and we cannot praise and thank Kate and Yazi enough. The energy, kindness and enthusiasm they have is beyond compare. If you are reading this girls O still misses you and asks about you! There are 2 sessions each day, 10 - 12.15 and 2 - 4.30 (they have Saturdays off) Our son begged to attend every single one! Doing amazing activities like treasure hunts, learning Montenegrin, mini Olympics and a little mini disco usually on the beach stage, at 5. The sustainability ethos of the hotel is particularly strong in Star camp and it was a joy and a real bonus as we didn’t know beforehand about this aspect of the Iberostar brand. Whilst Kate and Yazi took good care of our son the adults got some much needed relaxation time - and some not so relaxing but fantastic times in the schedule of activities. Aqua aerobics, Pilates, holistic activities with the amazing Varya, and not to forget darts, shuffleboard, pool games with the boys entertainment team, Saria, Cen and Ruslan….and some of the most competitive holiday water polo of you’re life! Taking part is far from obligatory and there is no aggressive rounding up - they simply come round and invite you to take part but you don’t have to if you don’t want. We had such fun though when we did! complete escapism and some of us even won the t-shirt! (Iykyk) We especially loved the foam party and we were lucky to be there for the festival day! Drinks and food were fab - we were never stuck - Soft and alcoholic drinks both great, water stations everywhere - tip: Ruslan’s pina coladas at the beach bar are immense! Food wise we loved the plentiful seafood, pancakes at breakfast, charcuterie spread and oh my the blue cheese! Tip: the real juice at the far end at breakfast is best and it’s true the coffee machine by the bread is better for some reason. Think we benefited from being at peak season as there were themed food stations at the entrance most nights, including from memory, tacos, pasta in a giant wheel of cheese, more seafood, steak grills. We were there for 2 weeks so by the end, as with all AI it did get a bit repetitive but honestly the reviews that totally slate the food are unwarranted. The views from the restaurant are incredible too - alt

The hotel looks great in the brochures but hides a few disappointing facts. The hotel is quite isolated but the views are delightful. There are taxis and boats to the town all at a cost. You do not get the perspective of the steep hillside it is on and there is no indication regarding the amount of steps you have to encounter. The next fact is that the sun disappears behind the hillside mid afternoon so if you are a sun worshipper you will be upset as you look across the bay and hercig novi and surrounding area is still bathed in sunshine and you are not. The staff are great and the restaurant has a decent selection which caters for most. The rooms are comfortable but make sure yoo ask for a walk in shower if you have any mobility issues. The shower over the bath requires a large step in/out. The only Tv channels in english are the news channels . Premium drinks at the bar are chargeable. This was my first iberostar hotel and I will try others thanks to the service I received but unfortunately don't return to this one. On a final note Montenegro is beautiful and is absolutely worth a visit.