Iberostar Waves Herceg Novi - All Inclusive

It is an all inclusive hotel and they are not mean. The quality of food and drinks are better than expected. Worth the stay.

Booked through Jet2 22-29 April. Very smooth flights and transfer. Reception: Very friendly at all times. All inclusive package explained. Bags taken to our room for us. Room: Very clean and tidy. Towels changed daily. Separate shampoo/conditioner/body wash on the wall. Handwash/lotion by the sink. Our room had a shower over bath(less mobile may want to ask for just a shower?). Plenty of drawer/wardrobe space. Plenty of lighting. Balcony with table and 2 chairs (partially overlooking the sea). Safe was chargeable (3.5 euros per day) which seems expensive...we didn't use it. Aircon not turned on until June , so requested a fan. No TCMF in room (we took our own travel kettle and coffee/tea). Refillable water flask in room, water dispensers to fill it on every floor for free. Hairdryer in room. Spa: fantastic! I highly recommend the full body massage. Gym:did not use or see so can't comment. Pool area: very clean with fab sun loungers. Pool bar open with self service (coffee, wine,beer)/served drinks (cocktails etc). Some snacks available in the afternoon, but didn't seem to filled up if empty) Towels available with a refundable deposit (we took our own anyway). Beach /beach bar area: Lots of free sun loungers with tables and umbrellas (nice and quiet down there by the sea edge). Water was cold but refreshing to swim in , there are several step ladders available to get into the sea, you'll probably need wet shoes as it's quick rocky at first with a few sea urchins. The beach bar was only open for drinks during our 'out of season ' visit,but it looks like they would serve snacks in high season as the equipment is there ready. No table drinks service. Bahia Bar: Very pleasant area for a pre dinner drink. If there's a cocktail you specifically like ...I'm sure the lovely bar staff would do it for you, nothing is too much trouble here, it's a lovely view across the bay at night/day. Restaurant: this is the only reason I gave a 4 and not a 5. Self service wine/beer/coffee/soft drinks/water-all great. Buffet style dining. Breakfast/lunch/dinner. There was always plenty of choice, salad's/meat/cheese etc. Hot dishes/veg/fries/pasta/pizza/ice cream/cakes/fruit. As usual when hotels are catering for the tourist masses, you're always gonna find some bland tasting dishes. I do think that the dishes here could have been more adventurous , we had a lovely spicy beef stew on a day trip we did, but never found this at the hotel, I think if there is a national dish at all, it could be served here. The staff are fabulous, always clearing /filling buffet up/making sure everywhere is clean. The hotel got busier as our week progressed, therefore so did the restaurant, I'm not sure there would be enough tables to accommodate everyone at high season (at one time) . Entertainment: Excellent team here. We don't usually get involved, but we did the music quiz a couple of times (great fun), tried archery and boules We never watched the evening entertainment 9-11pm at ou

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

Was worried going here when I read about steps. I emailed the hotel asking if I could have a ground floor room near everything if possible. They did do this, and the room was fabulous, so close to the pool restaurant, etc. Although there were still quite a few steps down and back up from restaurant. If you have any mobility problems at all, i wouldn't stay here. If you are looking for a busy place with lots happening, this hotel isn't for you. But if it's a peaceful weeks holiday you are looking for, this hotel ticks all the boxes. Rooms were spotless, beds and pillows comfy. The food was fine, and I always found something to eat. Staff all very friendly and hard working. The views from this hotel are amazing. A few days we were able to watch dolfins playing in the sea. There is a boat that took you from the hotel to the nearest town. €5 each way. But again, in Oct, not much happening there.

The staff are all fantastic and this is the main reason I had to give it a 5*. In particular Nickola in the bar who is so charming, professional and polite, Aldo in the restaurant has a lovely fun manner and Eleza (Mexican) is sweet with a beautiful smile. The rooms are good, clean, modern with shower gel etc always replenished. We paid extra for a sea view which was well worth it, the Luna building is the best if you have walking difficulties. As the hotel is built on the side of the mountain there are 100s of steps everywhere, so if anyone is not physically fit it would not be suitable, in fact the area is all hills and steps, but I knew that. The hotel is very remote, there is one small shop close to the reception area. Herceg Novi is a charming town with a castle you can get a boat over the bay (10mins) it is €10 single or €15 return and it goes every hour, in my opinion this is expensive but you can walk around the coast which is enjoyable if you like walking. We flew with Jet2, I didn't visit the rep but the in-house tours at the hotel are almost half the price. We did Dubrovnik and although it took 2 hours going through customs each way it was well worth it, it is a stunning city, but choose a day the cruise ships are not in. The restaurant food is good. I like the fact there is free drinking water on each floor with a carafe and glasses in your room, bring a small plastic bottle or reusable flask. The beach bar area is fantastic, the bar is drinks only at the moment and closes at 4pm. The entertainment is standard, I would prefer an evening of local music now and again. The entertainment team, although pleasant were a bit too much at times but some people like that. All on all a very good hotel but mainly for how friendly the staff are.

The food was incredible, we were very impressed even as vegetarians. So much variety and choice. Inventive salads, cheeses, different types of milks, different array of cocktails for all inclusive. Meat and seafood for meat eaters. Food was 5 star honestly. We found it strange people around us just eating plates of chips? There was offer of 4 different ice creams and fondue for dessert.. Views were amazing. Weather in May was 18-19 degrees and rained on two days but we came to hike and see sights, not sunbathe, so if you do want to sunbathe maybe go a little bit later in the year for definite hotter temps. Staff are lovely and go above and beyond even outside of the hotel. We met lovely people in the town. Would definetly come back here so so impressed.