Dejlig lejlighed i hjertet af Valencia

Review done for a 6 week stay in Jan/Feb 2020

Some positive things but many issues.

Close to the centre of town, local bus stop, metro, bars, restaurants, cafes and a large supermarket.

Impossible to park. After 3 days we found a nearby car park. Suggest OnePark web site.

Traffic noise 24/7. Front twin bedroom requires earplugs

Issues the owner must be aware of so not reported at the time:

1. Fire/CO2 alarm. Battery removed with the box left open. High up on the ceiling. Needed re-positioning and a battery fitted. Illegal in the UK.

2. Bunk beds unsuitable for children - no guard in the top bunk.

3. Showers in a poor state need a deep clean. 3 soakings of Viakal to clean shower head. Join between the shower screen and tray not been cleaned for some time. I have photos. We bought a new anti slip mat. Both soiled toilet brushes need replacing.

4. Loose and dangerous plug socket in the bunk room. MUST be repaired.

Minor matters:

Right hand blind in sitting room stuck up if raised to the top. I believe this has been reported before. Front bedroom similar.

Only a 2 seater sofa and a single chair. Although six dining chairs.

Sitting room air conditioning did not provide enough heat. Main bedroom one was fine.

An overhead light bulb above the table would intermittently turn on and off.

We bought a can opener , cheese grater and chopping board. Oven tray doubled up as a shelf. No pizza tray etc.

Expected 6 sets of plates, cutlery and glasses. All could be replaced locally for a small cost.

Unusable bedside lights in front bedroom as cables too short.

Single futon was dirty and ripped.

Doors to the OLD wardrobe did not close properly.

Both shower units need a thorough clean, and re-grouting.

Immersion water heater insufficient for more than 2 unless you wait for water to heat up.

Main door bell did not work. Had trouble on arrival.

We found a local launderette for drying clothes, sheets and towels (we had to wash and dry them ourselves every week). Some towels were thin and past their best.

We often self-cater and expect a folder with information on appliances, local amenities, transport, parking and emergency phone numbers.

Until properly cleaned, upgraded, and more information provided (not just tourist pamphlets), we could not recommend the apartment, although it may be considered suitable for a 2/3 night break providing the safety issues are attended to.

Good appartement with good service from Angel.

Valencia is a lovey city and exceeded our expectations. Our apartment was well appointed and Angel very accommodating.

Alles goed geregeld.