Carlota

[Doodle]

Hi, Just wondered if anyone knew of the cheapest company to book through for the carlota appartments?

We have been for the past 2 years and love it!! We firstly went through Broadway travel then booked with alpha rooms last year where we paid £120 for the week.

It appears the prices have gone up this year though and different companies have different rates.

Just want to find a bargin for a fab week!!!

Cant wait to get out there again in March!!! :D

[welshwill]

We have been there several times and we book through Bedbookers. Thats the cheapest we have found. www.bedbookers.com

[sjw8]

I also normally book the Carlota via alpharooms but use www.apartmentsabroad.co.uk (http://www.apartmentsabroad.co.uk) if alpharooms have no availability.

Re prices, these do seem to have gone up this year; last year I paid between £120 and £130 - I'm out there next week and it's £160 for the week.

Cheers:D

PS - I'll be going out again in March and just seen that the cost for beginning of March is also £160 per bedbookers, so it looks like they've put up the cost. Don't know the reason for increase - possibly because they've refurbished the apartments (see my thread below re Building Work).

[huggybear]

flyglobespan are doing a week staying at the carlotta in march for £217/£222 flying from glasgow

[nutjackuk]

Hi.

We are going back to the Carlota on 9th March for our 3rd time in these apartments. The first two visits were booked through alpharooms but this year we have booked through www.grancanaria-accommodations.com (http://www.grancanaria-accommodations.com) who were cheaper than any other company including all the others mentioned in other posts in this thread.

Aparantly the reason for all accomodation being more expensive this time of year is that it is 'scandanavian season'. So ripping these people off with extortionate prices doesn't just rip off scandanavians, but us brits too.

Happy Hunting.

Regards.

Nutjackuk

:have-fun: :) :have-fun:

[Doodle]

Thanks Guys,

Will have a browse at the above sites. Cant wait to get back over there for a few beers round the pool served by Gus or Antonio!!!

Out of interest just looked at prices for April and they have gone up too. So it must be a general price hike!! Oh well, it's still a good price!!

Might see some of ya over there then - we are going over on 4th March for a week!!

[cass]

hi doodle

if you've not booked the carlota already, it might be worth looking at pineapple holidays website (www.pineapple-holidays.co.uk (http://www.pineapple-holidays.co.uk)). the boyf and i stayed at the carlota for two weeks over new year 2004/5, booked it about three weeks before we went and it was £480 in total, which i didn't think was bad for the time of year we were going.

hth, :D

cass

[Doodle]

Oh Dear!
Whilst waiting for a decision from another couple we were possibly going with this year (they have now pulled out) it appears the carlota is now booked up as far as I can see! :angry:
Any ideas people of who might still have rooms?
Ideally we want to check in on sat 4th marh (thats my husband's birthday) for a week but we could also fly out on the Monday if we have to!
BOO HOO!!:confused:

[Phil]

Hi
Have a look here: http://www.wintersunshineholidays.com/

They have lots of apartments all over the Island on 4th march and are also offering 5% discount on telephone bookings for a limited time

:have-fun:

[simmo]

We are at the momemt staying in the Tamanaco , Next door to the carlotta It has just been refurbished and they are nice apartments. This is our fifth time in these amartments. Our agent booked them through www.bedbookers.com (http://www.bedbookers.com).

[yflood]

hi
also try www.broadwaytravel.com (http://www.broadwaytravel.com) they do plenty of apartments in gran canaria and flights. ive booked with them in the past and have had no problems with them

[simmo]

I put the wrong link in my last post . It was www.bedbank.com (http://www.bedbank.com) for the Tamanaco Apartments.

[doog]

Anyone any information on the Carlota apartments, going out next Monday(6/02/06).:grin:

[K T]

Anyone any information on the Carlota apartments, going out next Monday(6/02/06).:grin:

You've missed your flight then....by about 4 wks :) :D :D

[swifty]

missed flight by 2 weeks.
all i can say is that if get there, whenever, the apartments are up the hill from the back of the c.c. overlooking the waterpark.
hope you make it.

[Donna J]

I was there in October last year and they are OK - basic but clean and in a really good location - don't really notice the noise coming from the centre at all (when we stayed at the Cumana on the opposite side found it quite noisy).

[doog]

Sorry, your all right I've missed my flight, should have said going out on the 27/02/03, and coming home on the 6/03/06, Doog.:banghead:

[Loz]

Sorry, your all right I've missed my flight, should have said going out on the 27/02/03, and coming home on the 6/03/06, Doog.:banghead:


i stayed here in feb 2004, good little apartments, very basic but clean and have all you need in them. Very good location, nice clean pool, and good food in the pool bar. Only problems were the lift broke down a couple of times, and if i remember rightly we struggled to get in through the door some nights when we came back late as our key didnt always work.

Overall a good basic and cheap place to stay, i would stay here again.

[Doodle]

I am soooo jealous!!
We love the carlota appts. We have been there for the last two years and were hoping to go out next week but due to other things happening in life probably not going now!!!
:angry: :sadguy:

They are cheap and cheerful, clean and staff are all friendly - especially Gus and Antonio the bar men. They have a fab BBQ on friday nights which is fab and happy hour every day is great too!
It's a bit of a trek up the steps after a night out but a taxi is cheap enough!!
I understand they have just had a refurb too.
Hope you have a fab time and you never know - if a miricle happens we might see ya there (hoping to get out 4th March)!!!

[Sandy]

Anyone been to these apartment that can give any comments Thanks

[sjw8]

Sandy

I regularly go to the Carlota - going out again on Monday!:grin:

Although classified as 2 key, they are a bit basic and if you want a brew then you need to hire a kettle (or take your own). Not a bad view across the valley and overlooks the back (Fase 4) of the lower main CC. It's very convenient for the CC - either turn right go past the Tamanaco and down only one set of steps (bit dodgy under foot) bringing you out opposite the back of the CC, or turn left and down the steps in front of the Castillo De Sol - two flights - brings you out opposite the Spar almost next to the Amigos Internet cafe (better under foot but slightly longer).

There has been a couple of threads re the Carlota. See the following link for the latest thread -
http://www.canaryforum.com/forums/showthread.php?t=633

Hope this helps.

Steve

[nutjackuk]

Hi Folks.

I have been looking to book the Carlota Apts for next July and no companies seem to be selling them.
Can anyone (especially people living out in PR) make enquiries as to why and post a reply on this thread, please.

Kind Regards.
Nutjackuk
:confused: :confused: :confused:

[yflood]

hi
try alpha-beds.com,im am certain they have them on there booking system.i havent seen them with any tour operators only with alpha.if you go to there website they ahve a list of all the accomadation in each resort carlota was on it .

[simmo]

I am booking the Carlota for October this year, They can be found on the following sites. www.apartmentsabroad.co.uk (http://www.apartmentsabroad.co.uk)
www.bedbookers.com (http://www.bedbookers.com) www.wintersunshineholidays.com (http://www.wintersunshineholidays.com)
and I think the travel agents can get it with first choice.:have-fun:

[roxy]

And here too http://www.find-rooms.com/Spain/Gran_Canaria/Puerto_Rico/Carlota/

[nutjackuk]

Thanks for the replies but I have again tried for July 6th 2007 and the Carlota Apts do not come up.
Hopefully someone can shed some light on this for me.

Regards.
Nutjackuk.

[roxy]

You could try phoning them 0034 928 561231
I dont have the email ad

[Loz]

you can book them through Owen, send him a PM, his prices are very competitive and his service second to none.

[simmo]

I have had the same problem finding the Tamanaco Apartments this year. Every search comes up blank. I have even E-Mailed the manager but have not had a reply yet.
We have stayed there five times before.

[rab_c.]

hi think you will find that unless you are booking through holday companys in brochures next years allocations are not out yet to agents hence all the blanks in holiday searches.
rab_c.

[redswanlady]

Has anyone got any info on these apartments, thanks

[mary]

http://www.canaryforum.com/forums/showthread.php?p=20152&highlight=carlota#post20152

Lazy bones redswan...... put in carlota in the search box and you get loads of answers.
2 star - clean, comfortable, good spot near the CC. Can be noisy

[redswanlady]

Its been a long week, and yes I was being lazy. mary I will read your link with much interest LOL

[nutjackuk]

Hi Redswanlady.

Have stayed in the Carlota Apartments 3 times now (2004,2005,2006) and think they are brilliant for the money you pay.
Fair enough they are basic but the maids have always done an excellent job, so too the receptionist and also the barstaff (Gus and Carlos, but before him it was Antonio who we went to see at the Heliomar Bar in March).
The best way to describe is is a respectable base within easy walking distance to the commercial centre, a bit futher but still a nice stroll to the beach. It also has a very nice, clean pool with ample sunbathing area and you get the sun until late when it goes behind the hill over the other side.
I doubt very much if you will be disappointed here.
Listen me, I am getting very jealous of you and it's only 6 very, very long months since I was last there.
Enjoy you're stay. Have a FAB time.

:p :p :p

[redswanlady]

My son and some friends are staying there soon, I will pass on the comments. Thanks

[mr p]

Could any one give me any advise regarding if you can here much noise
from these apartments. Have stayed in calador, and cala nover his there
much difference in these apt: AS long as we can get some sleep with out to
much noise not to botherd. Thinking goig on jan 6 for 7 nights

help apresiated?

[Champagne]

Mp p

We stayed at the Carlota a few years ago and there was no problem at all with noise.

:D

[leepea]

Hi,

Stayed in the Carlota last Feb/Mar and we had no problem with noise. As gets cool at night you tend the keep the patio doors closed so you can't hear a thing.

[sjw8]

Agree with what's already been posted. Although the apartments overlook the main centre, you miss most of the noise due to its situation further along the valley. I tend to be out ad about until around 2.30 / 3.00 a.m. by which time most of the noise has died down from the bars at that end of the centre.
:thumb:

[alan-scot]

Hi No worries at the carlota we stayed there in April, didn't hear a thing and I'm a light sleeper. Only thing I would say is it is quite late before you get the sun on that side at this time of year. Enjoy I'm sure you will think its brill xx

[Doodle]

Has anyone got any ideas if the bar at the carlota will be open in the evenings in the last week of march? We went last year (as the 2 years before that too) and were disapointed that the bar only opened for a few hours during the day as the appts. were so quiet. It was not the same having the bar shut at 3pm ish and open agin in the morning - we dont want to go back if it will be a repeat as before! Which is a shame as it's a great cheap and cheerful place to go for a week!
:grin:

[georgedawes]

Has anyone got any ideas if the bar at the carlota will be open in the evenings in the last week of march? We went last year (as the 2 years before that too) and were disapointed that the bar only opened for a few hours during the day as the appts. were so quiet. It was not the same having the bar shut at 3pm ish and open agin in the morning - we dont want to go back if it will be a repeat as before! Which is a shame as it's a great cheap and cheerful place to go for a week!
:grin:
Hi there Doodle.
The bar shall be open all day as it has just been taken over by my friend Drak.He opens at the moment at approx 10 and closes around about midnight. He is also doing food and will be opening a little supermarket as well for all the residents.All the football channels for the home matches are there as well as foreign games also.
Hope this helps you!!:have-fun:

[Doodle]

Thanks - have PM'd you!

[Sunshine girl]

Just back from Carlota this morning. bar opened anytime between 10.45 ans 11.30. Drak was very nice but nothing in the way of supermarket...although he did get large waters in on Tuesday which saved lugging it from elsewhere. Prices were different everytime from bar for lollies , drinks etc. Could have a decent wee shop ....if they ever get organised and get it going.

[Doodle]

Thanks!
Was it all the same or any other changes? Is Gus still there?

I am trying to negotiate my leave from work to see if i can carry it over as there is no availability for the last week in march and thats what i have booked off as i need to use my leave up by april! BOO HOO - will suck up to my manager tomorrow to see if she will let me use it in April instead - just looked and there is no availability untill the 14th April! BOO HOO!!!!!!!!

[big craig]

the poolside bars now ran by a nice austrian guy called drak.the supermarket wont be open until after may,when the apts close for a couple of weeks.the food is lovely ranging from scottish breakfasts to steak pie.all in all a big thumbs up from me and the family.see you again in sept ya mad austrian

[big craig]

hey drak if you see this let everyone know how your getting on doing up the bar and supermarket.is it ready for opening yet?catch up with you in sept.:boozy:

[big craig]

hi just back and must say had a good time.the poolside bar is spotless and has been recently done up.the food is really good all fresh produce and freshly made by one of two great english girls beth and sue.thur nights theres a barbacue and karaoke which is fun if full of the sangria.theres a small supermarket at the back of the kitchen,just basics like juice water etc.but they do keep it open for the late flights coming in.theres some pics on rab c"s sight.apts are basic but clean with maids in every second day.over all a big thumbs up.:thumb:

[karen]

Just back from a week in Carlotta. Nice wee apartments. Pretty basic but very clean. No beasties at all :banana: .

No problems in getting a sun lounger either which was great. Food good at pool bar and staff really nice.

We had room 104. Great as only one set of stairs to walk up but our bedroom was against the stair wall and yes everyone who came in and out battered up and down the stairs. Only bad point of the week.

Would certainly go back.

[pastyanne]

Hi
Staying at the carlota from29/10/07 till 06/12/07 hope made right choice
but sounds like the forum member like it, mainly the same accomodation in puerto rico very basic unless the marina suite stayed there 2nd week it opened that is a treat but love the night live and cheap prices here and relaxing in nov dec jan or feb round a pool when its so cold at home if anyone has info on the apartment ie email address or floor to request can you let me know of if you are out there the same time can meet up for drinks

[AL_M]

me n the missus are staying in the carotta from22nd oct till 3rd nov
hoping also that its decent
re-aaranged holiday after having to cancel our stay at the terrazamar last month

[karen]

as previously mentioned the apartments are pretty basic. No kettle or toaster but these can be hired at reception along with fans if you need them.

They are very handy for the commercial centre. The walk down the stairs is ok about 100 steps if i recall but it wasnt hard work.

Nice wee pool and pool bar is great.

Im sure you will enjoy.

[Sunshine girl]

Hi No worries at the carlota we stayed there in April, didn't hear a thing and I'm a light sleeper. Only thing I would say is it is quite late before you get the sun on that side at this time of year. Enjoy I'm sure you will think its brill xx

how late plz?

[nutjackuk]

Haven't been to PR for a couple of years but stayed 3 times at the Carlota.
Yes the sun gets to the other side of the valley earlier than the Carlota side but the added bonus is that you get the sun for the rest of the day, a hell of a lot longer than the Europa side of the valley.
I can remember sunbathing so late that the missus has had to shout me to get ready to go out because everybody else are waiting for me.
My opinion is this is the better side to stay.
Hope this helps.
:tinysmile_fatgrin_t:tinysmile_fatgrin_t:tinysmile _fatgrin_t

[Sunshine girl]

since I can't seem to access "thanks" button....thanks!

[nutjackuk]

My pleasure..........

is wishing wewere going back soon,lol.

Seriously though, we find it to be a great place to stay 7 not that far from the CC (taxi back up though)

Thanks for the thanks !!!

[Sunshine girl]

Naaa...we always walked it ...s'not too far up the steps

[simmo]

We have stayed at the Carlota / casablanca / Tamanaco and the Terazamar sun suites.
We found the Sun Suites to be by far the best.
It has everything you need, and you can get to the Commercial Centre without all the steps if you use the lift in the Terazamar Suites across the road.
We are already booked for March next year.:big_grin:

[Sunshine girl]

just to say last month the back gate from Terrazamar was closed from 10.30pm which was a bit of a bummer...although I suppose it improves security. It would be good if they could fix it so it would open with a room keycard

[Muzicdude]

When the gate is closed all you have to do is walk on the road and up the hill to the front entrance to the Terrazamar. There's no steps to climb, doesn't take too long and it also helps you to sober up after a night on the tiles :boozy::fatgrin:.