Residence Benista

“A wonderful base from which to explore”

Residence Benista was a fantastic base from where to explore the north west of Corsica. Although it was a couple of miles from L'ile Rousse (and not possible to walk up and down a steep hill), it was the perfect place to stay. The gardens and the pool were beautiful, the staff were friendly and he… lisää

Residence Benista was a fantastic base from where to explore the north west of Corsica. Although it was a couple of miles from L'ile Rousse (and not possible to walk up and down a steep hill), it was the perfect place to stay. The gardens and the pool were beautiful, the staff were friendly and helpful, and the restaurant/bar was always a good place for a drink and a chat. Our small appartment overlooked the pool and gardens, and parking was a few metres away. The furnishings were Ikea, so not the best and this did let the property down somewhat, but we didn't spend much time in the room. The plastic chairs on our covered terrace were rubbish, with the feeling that they could collapse at any time ( and my wife is only 68 kg). Good outside chairs would have made a huge difference. In the end we put the lounge sofa out on the terrace !! But this was a minor distraction, overall a fantastic place to stay

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“Average.”

Ok: Not very easy to find, decent location to the near by city (L'Ile Rousse). Wifi in the room was not working. Simply average. May be better for families as there is a large pool. Stayed there for just one night.

“Pleasant holiday in Corsica”

We have enjoyed our 2 weeks at Benista. The general ambience is relaxed and family friendly. The apartment was comfortable. The gardens are lush and well maintained. Being so near to I'le Rousse is great - just 2km down the road. There is a large adult swimming pool and 2 smaller kids pools (too de… lisää

We have enjoyed our 2 weeks at Benista. The general ambience is relaxed and family friendly. The apartment was comfortable. The gardens are lush and well maintained. Being so near to I'le Rousse is great - just 2km down the road. There is a large adult swimming pool and 2 smaller kids pools (too deep for toddlers). There is a kids club which seemed well run and popular (although our daughter only went once). The BBQ/paella/buffet night once a week with dancing and music is fantastic fun. We loved being able to get freshly cooked baguettes, pain-au-chocolats and croissants from the bar every morning. Staff very friendly and welcoming. There is a FANTASTIC pizzeria around the corner - otherwise you have to drive to I'le Rousse for food. It was our first visit to Corsica - wow! It is such a beautiful and unspoilt place. Downsides: apartment very basic. No luxuries. Not very well-equipped eg just a couple of glasses, blunt knife. Linen only changed once in 2 weeks (ie only at the start of the holiday! There are washing facilities on site). Pay extra for microwave, TV, fresh linen. No play area for children. No toddler pool. No parasols for the pool and little shade. I felt that this was on the expensive side for such a basic apartment (though pound very weak at the moment), but overall, we had an enjoyable stay at Benista and would recommend it.

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