Lotus Almarik Gili

The hotel is located on the eastern part of the island, a 15-minute drive from the port. It has its own private beach area with sun loungers. The beach is beautiful and sandy, but there are a lot of corals and rocks when you enter the water, so you'll need water shoes for swimming. This part of the beach is home to turtles and many different types of fish, making it a great spot for beginner snorkelers. At first glance, the hotel seems decent with a beautiful, floral property and a small pool. However, if you look closer, it's clearly very old and in need of renovation. We booked an upgraded room, but it was just awful. We didn't want to touch anything. The furniture was ancient, the walls were dirty and peeling, the bedding was worn out and stained, the white towels were gray, and the curtains were filthy, among other issues. Breakfast is à la carte and varied, but not tasty, and it takes a very long time to prepare. We waited 30 minutes for a simple omelet. There's also a self-service area with pastries, fruits, and vegetables. Another huge downside is the nearby mosque. You won't get a good night's sleep because the morning prayer, which is broadcast loudly throughout the area, starts at dawn.

We stayed at this hotel for 5 nights. We're a family with an 8-year-old child, and we had a 'Premier' room. We loved everything about this hotel. The staff were very polite and attentive, the beach was great, everything was clean, the breakfasts were delicious, and the cocktails were excellent. Breakfast is a partial buffet, with the rest ordered à la carte, and there's no limit on the number of dishes you can order. My favorite was the Almarik egg, my husband enjoyed the eggs Benedict and smoothie bowl, and our son loved the waffles with Nutella. At 4 PM, the hotel hosts a sweet hour where you can enjoy free coffee/tea with sweets. From 4 to 6 PM, it's happy hour for cocktails – buy one, get one free. I highly recommend the strawberry Margarita, it's delicious! 👍 The room has everything you need, including a mosquito repellent and insect spray. Upon request, they brought us an ice bucket and wine glasses. In the bathroom, in addition to the standard shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel, there was also body lotion and bath salts. Without extra charge, the staff converted the window area with a small sofa into a full-sized bed for our child. The room is spacious, and the air conditioning unit is positioned so it doesn't blow directly on you at night. The beach service is excellent. There aren't too many sunbeds, but there are enough for everyone. Turtles swim right by the shore at the hotel's beach. The wood-fired pizza at the restaurant is absolutely delicious.

Good hotel. While the main building and pool could use a renovation, the bungalows themselves are absolutely top-notch. The staff is incredibly friendly, helpful, and polite. The beach, though small, always had enough sunbeds for everyone, and turtles 🐢 make regular appearances. The location is also a plus, being relatively close to the port. Breakfast isn't the most varied, but it's tasty, and we certainly didn't go hungry.

I actually cried when we left this villa! I'm truly speechless when it comes to describing the range of emotions and experiences that made up our vacation! It was unforgettable! The warmth and responsiveness of the staff, the excellent location, the cleanliness and comfort, the peace and quiet... I could go on forever! Everything was perfect, without exception – the room, the design, the grounds. The housekeeping was impeccable, not a speck of dust in the room, and the grounds were constantly maintained. The beach is just a stone's throw away, the water is crystal clear, there are lots of turtles, and beautiful fish. We walked at low tide to the turn on the left side, and from there, we started snorkeling along the edge of the reef where turtles gather in groups of 3-5. We even saw a venerable lady about a meter long. It's incredibly beautiful, they look like they're flying. Larger fish also swim in from the deep there. There are cats on the hotel grounds, so don't be lazy, pack a bag of cat food in your suitcase, and they'll thank you with their purrs. Not far from the hotel, there's a cat shelter where they treat sick animals, and also sell food and souvenirs, with the proceeds going towards animal care. Don't miss catching at least one sunrise and watching a sunset; photos simply don't do the beauty justice. After swimming to our heart's content and enjoying delicious dinners, we slept like babies on the comfortable beds, falling asleep and waking up to the sound of birdsong. It was a vacation for the mind and body, feeling as if we were in paradise. A special thank you to the staff who create this incredible atmosphere.

Perfect location. Turtles are just 10 meters from the hotel on the beach, and further out towards the reef, there's a great variety of fish. The sunrises are ideal. Right next to it is the road to the opposite side of the island (where you'll find inexpensive cafes and the largest store in the center) for watching sunsets.

Excellent hotel with a great location. The staff are very responsive and helpful. Breakfasts are hearty and varied, and they have their own sunbeds on the beach. Definitely recommend visiting!

This is the best hotel on the island! The location, staff, comfort, and breakfast – everything was perfect. Even the restaurant served the most delicious dishes we tried on the island. The villa is beautiful, the bathroom is unique, and everything is thoughtfully designed for a wonderful vacation. Without us even asking, the staff made up a bed for our child by the window, free of charge. They even provided three towels (in other 5-star hotels, they often don't give any for children). Some might call these small details, but they truly show how much they care about their guests. Thank you for our wonderful stay 🌸