Belmond Reid's Palace

A lovely trip which lived up to expectations. Reid's Palace was a lovely short holiday and and excellent way to spend Christmas.

Overall we enjoyed our stay, the staff were fantastic and the facilities and ambience were first class.....but.. do not be mistaken into thinking that Reids is an adults only hotel..it definitely is not. On several occasions our breakfast was disturbed by noisy toddlers and crying babies (even crockery crashing to the floor) as was our pool side experience on a number of occasions. The pool area is walled on 2 sides so noise carries. Some children just ran wild in between the sunbeds. We blame the parents 100%. although Reids staff could have communicated with the parents...We would never have allowed our children to be so disruptive and spoil the enjoyment of others. To be fair when inside the building in the evening, children were barely in evidence.

Reid's Palace is a wonderful venue. We booked a seaview room and were upgraded to a sea view suite, which was spacious, had a wonderful balcony where we read and relaxed. There are many levels to Reid's Palace requiring the use of one or two sets of elevators to arrive at your destination. There are two heated pools available and uncrowded - one salt water and one fresh water. The 1891 Bar has outstanding views, service, and selection of beverages, snacks and light meals. The Christmas buffet was poolside, and like most Christmas buffets was bustling with people and children.

Amazing hotel with long history. Top hotel on the island and they know it …. All 5 star as you expect but Christmas Eve gala dinner was a disaster ( food was way below par, Sussex burnt, main turkey course missing vegetables etc listed , and more ) service friendly and helpful but amateur and overall lacked coordination) pools and facilities superb otherwise as was service and food elsewhere.. Standard room was Nice but opposite a service entrance which was incredibly noisy first thing in the morning and the room next door ( unbelievably had maintenance work going on from 8.00 !)

I was there for new years eve and a during first week of the year. Spotless service! The views from the hotel is stunning! The staff was so helpful and very nice, from the arrival till the check out passing from the different F&B outlets! I would like to make special mention for: Gianluca from Gelatería San Giorgio very professional guy! Paula from Cipriani always smiling and helpful Elena from the pool always pleasant! Clara hostess of new year eve event and Mrs. Rita! Nelio, Marco, Ricardo, from Front office and concierge for their great tips and wonderful welcome! Looking forward to be back