Hotel Lella Baya and Thalasso

Lee Barker

We spent a few days here and, unfortunately, it was a pretty disappointing experience overall. I’m generally not fussy and will eat most things, but I actually ended up being unwell towards the end of the stay. Hygiene standards appeared questionable — we saw food being handled without gloves on multiple occasions. The displayed food hygiene certificate was dated 2019, which didn’t inspire much confidence. The staff were mostly fine, but there was only one bar open, which meant long queues most of the time. Our room also had no hot water for a period, which was frustrating. The grounds and facilities felt tired and worn, and the fact that smoking is allowed inside the building makes the place feel quite dated. The gym and indoor pool are ruined and the whole place seems worn out. If you’re looking for a very cheap holiday and aren’t too concerned about standards, it might suit you. I’m fairly low-maintenance and not particularly hard to please, but even so, I found this hotel to be quite rough overall. I would say the entertainment for kids was good but you need to go in with low expectations. It’s definitely not a 4 star hotel. I would give it a 2 star at best. Wouldn’t recommend staying here.

Scott Holder

Lellabaya Hotel and Resort is a beautiful place to stay. The staff are attentive and courteous, and the food is plentiful and varied, catering to a wide range of tastes. However, the experience is let down by the constant, heavy selling from the gift shop and excursion vendors. They can be extremely persistent, to the point where you feel pressured into being blunt, only to be told you’re being rude. “No” doesn’t seem to be accepted as an answer, and prices feel inflated — for example, £10 for a fridge magnet. Some sellers also try to take advantage of Tunisia’s closed currency by confusing visitors with the exchange rate (e.g., 100 TND = £29.99). It’s a lovely resort, but the pushy sales tactics definitely impact the overall enjoyment. Also, bear in mind that all inclusive does not include all alcoholic drinks.

B Lambo

The location is the only thing that is a plus for this place… The catering is appalling my dogs eat better and the staff do not have manners or respect. Animation team were great but the staff cleaners and so forth act as if they are here under duress! The only tip for them well deserved was to tell them to buzz off like the infestation of flies on the resort. Please do not underestimate the bad reviews online please take note of them and do not waste your money on this place from my heart. Oh yeh they stated Wi-Fi on advertisement but forgot to mention that WiFi only works in the lobby so here I am in the lobby using their WiFi

Jeff Buttigieg

The place needs a refurb but it’s clean. They don’t switch on the heating in November and it’s freezing in the night in the room. If you are travelling from EU, the WiFi doesn’t reach the rooms so you need a local eSIM. The waiters are too relaxed and don’t go out of their way. We had a lovely event otherwise and had a great time.

Sarah Brown

Worst holiday I’ve ever been on. They did not like English! Ignore you when you’re trying to be served. The food is disgusting no air conditioning no Internet unless you’re at reception desk. Down by the pool is very loud music in the evenings. It feels like someone’s actually in your room, singing karaoke to you till 11pm. Drinks are very limited And I’m drinkable really. We moved hotels halfway through because this really was unbearable!! I wouldn’t recommend this hotel to anybody!