The rooms and overall design of this small 20-room hotel are simply outstanding. Every detail feels thought-through, perfectly executed, and the ambiance is both luxurious and warm. The staff were incredibly attentive and welcoming, making our stay feel truly special. And the breakfast? Easily one of the best we’ve had in a long time. Unfortunately, the highly anticipated 3-Michelin-star restaurant was a letdown. While the staff were lovely and the menu looked very promising, the execution didn’t quite match our expectations. Many dishes, although visually impressive and using modern techniques, lacked depth of flavor. As frequent visitors to Michelin-starred restaurants, this experience felt surprisingly average. It’s hard to say this because the team was clearly trying their best — but this is of course a subjective opinion.

The hotel is exceptional in its design and interiors. Service was impeccable. Hotel setting above the sea was quiet and peaceful.

Room service menu is rather limited. A 3 star restaurant on the property was used by non hotel guests which diminished the tranquility of the hotel.

Beautifully designed hotel in stunning landscape with gorgeous views. Very friendly, helpful and personal service. The concierge staff went way beyond the call of duty to help us in every way. This hotel also holds the record for the quickest laundry service that we have ever experienced over decades of travel, almost defying the laws of physics. The 3 Michelin Star restaurant experience was out of this world.

The original, older restaurant building is starting to need an upgrade, especially in comparison with the newer, super-elegant hotel building. But the only drawback of Hotel Akelarre worth mentioning is the pricing: at this level, they have some pretty serious competition, including some of the very best hotels in the world with super-professional service - and the small, boutique Akelarre is not quite able to compete on that playing field. But it makes up for a lot of the difference with genuine hospitality, personality and warmth.

Food, location and the staff attentiveness

Wellness facilities look and feel a little tired, although this was not the reason we stayed but it would have been nice if these facilities lived up to the rest of the hotel’s amenities

I absolutely loved my room. Bathroom was lovely and bright. Not much water pressure in the shower! View spectacular and horses visiting the property below me. Bed was very comfortable and bedding like at home.

Water pressure too low in shower. Didn't like that the pool / spa closed super early at 8 pm! Why? Reception staff , especially a woman, who's name I forgot, not so friendly. Cold and snappy. Otherwise everyone was very helpful and nice.

restaurant personnel were extremely helpful and knowledgeable about the food. the Mixologists at the outdoor bar are truly artists. The concierge was very responsive and extremely helpful. The front desk staff was very professional and responsive to our questions and our needs. But the room itself with the bathtub overlooking the ocean and the balconies were a pleasure.

The resort itself is excellent, but can be difficult to find if you rely only on GPS. The resort should warn it's guest, in advance, that there is a route which is very hazardous AND Dangerous if driving through it at night.

The hotel is absolutely magnificent with an amazing design and a breathtaking view. The rooms are spacious, comfortable, with a state of the art finish, and also offering the unique view on the garden and the sea. A sheer pleasure! The staff is welcoming, professional and kind. The bar outside is spectacular with a great choice of amazing cocktails.

The breakfast was good but we were expecting more from a culinary standpoint particularly from an hotel with such a famous restaurant. The service and location were however excellent.

Ocean view great and well exploited by the architectural design. Proximity to town and countryside very appreciated. Personnel great -the concierge services in particular were outstanding. Rooms well appointed, ambience very pleasing, excellent sleep comfort. Quality of breakfast top, even if it was only a la carte -no buffet offered. Welcome snacks & bottle of wine in the rooms much appreciated.

An outdoor swimming pool was missed by all of us. It's essential for summer holidays. We were not lucky enough to try the famous restaurant, but this is not the hotel's fault. Trying to find some "easy" food in the casual restaurant, we were surprised to find out that the entire menu was gourmet style, even if the restaurant did not really support such endeavours (space, ambience & style etc.) Value for money not great, but service and overall quality justify the elevated prices.

Absolutely amazing property on the hill with great view Staff was great. Spa wonderful. Restaurant top notch. Breakfast biggest selection we have EVER had. Sunset spot.

Just know that you are out of town and will have to drive in every time you want to tour or eat in town, but underground parking in town was convenient once we figured out how to get to it.

The views were unbelievable, and the whole experience was extraordinary. I went for a two-day solo retreat and booked an additional three days. I would highly recommend going for a long walk all around the area. The hotel provided a map to go for a beautiful walk. I would also highly recommend booking a service in the spa. I rarely book hotel treatments because they are often overpriced, but the massage and facial were exceptional. Another tip is to try the local yoghurt with their forest honey for breakfast. I have travelled to many 5-star hotels, and I can't even put it in a comparable category. The food, amenities, service, people and property and attention to detail were exceptional. My last tip is to really enjoy the hotel, go for a walk, and enjoy the spa, and the pool is not for swimming but for pure relaxation with massage jets. There is a beautiful room at the spa to watch the ocean to mediation music, eat at their 3star restaurant and watch the unbelievable sunset.