Thank you for the video Rob! I came here ever summer 2001-2005 when I was a kid. I had so many happy memories here. It's great to see the hotel doing well. Some parts look just as I remember them, others have changed, but it looks like for the better! I would love to go back after a 19 year absence!
No worries. Glad you enjoyed the memories. They have certainly overhauled at lot of the hotel over the last few years so it’s no wonder it looks different if you haven’t been since 2005.
Hi there ,thank you so much for taking time out to do this as we are coming there in May for our 1st time and from your very good review it looks like we're going to love it there. We were a bit unsure at the beginning but after watching this it has put our mind at ease. Thanks once again for taking time out of your holiday to do this 5*
Thank you for your kind comment. This is our favourite hotel, so we love showing people what's so great about it. We'll be there in May too so we may see you. Have a great time!
Thanks for taking the time to make this video, it's really helpful. I hope you get a good discount for doing it 😉. Has anyone been there the last week in June and if so were there lots of children? Our children are grown up and we prefer a quieter holiday these days.
Thanks Steven, glad you enjoyed it. The hotel has recently had the reception and saloon area renovated so will look even more spectacular when you get there. We are visiting again in two weeks and hope to have an updated video soon.
stayed there in 1987 and 1989... it was just simply Taurus Park Hotel then, them steps to the lobby still the same apart from the wheel chair access ramp. Cant believe Pepe's bar still going, i was only 7, still got t-shirts from that bar my folks got me. I wanna return here on day soon. been too long!
Great Review Rob, We love the Taurus & are going to book again for May 2024 (Think it will be our 4th Visit). Yes it is one of the more expensive Hotels to stay in but for a reason. The food alone is worth the extra cost, we have never seen so much variety and quality (and have certainly stayed in a few other 4* hotels to compare to) As you say the entertainment is always good and similar to the big caravan parks in the UK Pineda is a lovely town and we prefer to stay there as not too Touristy but still plenty to keep you occupied, we often have a walk around all the little backstreets to find different shops and bars and have always felt safe there, the "Squares" around town come alive at night and families all seem to meet up to see their grandkids, relatives etc People should try taking the train on a Sunday to Tordera and visit the Huge Market there, it is lovely and is only about 4 Euro return
@@robonholidayblog thinking of booking around mid May, it's about the only place that the good lady says she wants to go, so better do as I am told and book it up Take care Kev
That's great to hear. We've just come back from the hotel again after a 2-week trip and it was fantastic. Just starting to quiet down to a nice crowd level now and the weather is looking nice and hot. Hope you have a great time.
Honestly your video was such a massive help, lovely to see what’s around, I know you mentioned you love staying at the hotel, are there any local bars or restaurants, even a bit of a distance away you would recommend?
@@hirobkennedy521 Unfortunately that's the one area I can't help with. We eat all three meals at the hotel, so we don't go out to eat. If you're looking for English food, I know a lot of people like The Bucaneer, which is a pub in Pineda town. Other than that, there are a few beach bars along the beach which look nice, and the neighbouring town of Calella is a bit more built up, so you might find something there.
Hi great video, but what is pool temperature like during late May, early June time is it cold or is it heated? And is the area warm during May/June time. Thank you
The outdoor pools are not heated. How warm they are depends on how sunny it has been. We’ve been late May many times and sometimes the pools have been warm, sometimes cool. Weather is generally good at this time of year but the further into June you go, the better chance of hot weather.
Great video, I'm going there tomorrow for the first time after 12 years, back then I was a little kid so I don't remember much of it anymore, my question is, do they have free WiFi in the Hotel rooms?
Nice video Rob, How are the beds at the pools, do you have to put towels on time or not, are now at Evenia Llorret and it is not necessary there because there are enough beds
Need some advice .. is the trip from BCN Airport on the train easy and practical enough ? We have 3 kids , fancy the train , but only if its easy enough to do. Private transfers seem very steep
As far as I know, you can't get a direct train from the airport to Pineda de Mar. You would have to get a train or metro from the airport into Barcelona and then switch to the local train taking you to Pineda. We have never taken a train or metro from the airport, so I can't comment on that, but the train from Barcelona (Plaça de Catalunya) to Pineda takes just over an hour. At the other end, it is about a 15-minute walk to the hotel. Hope this helps.
Get the Train to Sants & Change there for Coastal train to Pineda, around 1hr 50 and only around 5 Euros each, alternatively catch the Sagales Coach which is pretty much 1hr (or 1hr 40 depending on which one you catch) and costs around 10 euro, this drops you off on Main Road (Going to Pineda) and is around 10 minute walk straight down the road past allotments to the Taurus (generally collects to return to Airport at the front of the Hotel)
@@NaomiandAlexBuck I'm sure you'll have a great time. We love this hotel and go twice a year usually. Great atmosphere and the entertainment team is fantastic - the highlight for us.
We are probably going in May and September next year, but June is great too. You should have some nice weather and not too bad crowds at the games etc. Glad you enjoy the videos. We just want to show people what is so good about this place.
thanks Rob. few questions if you dont mind 1. does Hola BCN 2 days pass work from Pineda de Mar to Barcelona Sant or do i need separate ticket for it? 2. does hotel provide beach parasol umbrellas or do people bring their own? can you buy from shop? i was thinking to bring small tent 3. the rooms at ground floow with private swimming pool, do they come with extra charge?
1. You'll need a separate ticket because the card only covers Zone 1 (I think Pineda is Zone 4?) 2. The hotel does not provide parasols for the beach. To be honest, we don't go to the beach, so not sure about whether you can rent or not. 3. The pool rooms are an extra charge (and quite a bit of an extra charge to be honest). They are available to book on the hotel's official website. Hope this helps.
Hello rob This video has really helped me get a really good idea of what the hotel is like so thank you 😊 Can I ask you how much it costs to upgrade to the golden all inclusive from half board when you are at the hotel ? And is there a minimum amount of days you have to do it for ? Thanks
Hi glad the video was helpful. Not sure how much the Golden All Inclusive upgrade is. I know that generally, you have to do a minimum of 5 nights All Inclusive.
Thank you so much for this video. We have just booked to go next year. Can I ask a question? We are going half board, can you change your evening meal to lunch on some days? Thanks
No unfortunately they don’t do karaoke anymore. They have a variety of acts come in for shows every night (singers, dancers, magician, acrobats etc) plus every Saturday the animation team do a special 60th anniversary show which is our favourite.
No problem. Obviously I don’t know your daughter’s exact situation, but given what you’ve said, you should know that this is a very busy and lively hotel. So whilst you can relax in relative peace around the quieter pool, the hotel in general is not a quiet place in general. Having said that, it is a fabulous place for a holiday and they do cater for all needs and disabilities. Thanks again for watching and best of luck whatever you decide.
Some people get a train into Barcelona and then the coastal train from there however we prefer a taxi - there are lots of taxis outside the terminal. If you are flying into Girona, taxi is definitely the best option
That truth is no, it isn’t that bad. We’ve been many times in May and MOST times it has been fine. The pools do rely on the sun to warm them so it’s never going to be as warm as June - August. We went one year in May and the water was chilly, but we were unlucky then.
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I am going to golden Taurus in September 7 to the 14 2024❤
Should be a good time to go - we are going later in September
Thank you for the video Rob! I came here ever summer 2001-2005 when I was a kid. I had so many happy memories here. It's great to see the hotel doing well. Some parts look just as I remember them, others have changed, but it looks like for the better! I would love to go back after a 19 year absence!
No worries. Glad you enjoyed the memories. They have certainly overhauled at lot of the hotel over the last few years so it’s no wonder it looks different if you haven’t been since 2005.
Hi there ,thank you so much for taking time out to do this as we are coming there in May for our 1st time and from your very good review it looks like we're going to love it there. We were a bit unsure at the beginning but after watching this it has put our mind at ease. Thanks once again for taking time out of your holiday to do this 5*
Thank you for your kind comment. This is our favourite hotel, so we love showing people what's so great about it. We'll be there in May too so we may see you. Have a great time!
Great overview Rob, many thanks
You’re welcome. Glad you enjoyed it.
Thanks for the video Rob, we just gor back and loved the Hotel. Tikki Tikki Miauw Miauw.
Great to hear you had a good time. We love this hotel and wouldn't go anywhere else for our summer holiday.
This is absolutely excellent video thank you you answered every single question I had were going on aug
No problem, glad you found it useful. I’m sure you’ll have a wonderful time. We are going for another visit at the end of August.
Thanks for taking the time to make this video, it's really helpful. I hope you get a good discount for doing it 😉.
Has anyone been there the last week in June and if so were there lots of children? Our children are grown up and we prefer a quieter holiday these days.
Thanks for your comment. We haven't been at the end of June recently, so I can't answer that. Hopefully somebody else watching can.
Goin this summer, mid August, with wife & kids. Thanks for showing us around already ;)
Thanks Steven, glad you enjoyed it. The hotel has recently had the reception and saloon area renovated so will look even more spectacular when you get there. We are visiting again in two weeks and hope to have an updated video soon.
Great video Rob, glad to see some much needed improvements to such a great hotel and staff
Glad you enjoyed it.
Excellent, highly comprehensive video. Very excited for our first visit in July 😊
Thanks for watching. Hope you enjoy your first visit.
Thanks rob😁 now I know everything that is at the hotel going in august:)
That's great to hear. Have a good time on your trip.
stayed there in 1987 and 1989... it was just simply Taurus Park Hotel then, them steps to the lobby still the same apart from the wheel chair access ramp. Cant believe Pepe's bar still going, i was only 7, still got t-shirts from that bar my folks got me. I wanna return here on day soon. been too long!
Great Review Rob, We love the Taurus & are going to book again for May 2024 (Think it will be our 4th Visit).
Yes it is one of the more expensive Hotels to stay in but for a reason.
The food alone is worth the extra cost, we have never seen so much variety and quality (and have certainly stayed in a few other 4* hotels to compare to)
As you say the entertainment is always good and similar to the big caravan parks in the UK
Pineda is a lovely town and we prefer to stay there as not too Touristy but still plenty to keep you occupied, we often have a walk around all the little backstreets to find different shops and bars and have always felt safe there, the "Squares" around town come alive at night and families all seem to meet up to see their grandkids, relatives etc
People should try taking the train on a Sunday to Tordera and visit the Huge Market there, it is lovely and is only about 4 Euro return
Yes, totally agree with you. We wouldn't go anywhere else for our beach holiday. We're going in May next year as well. Maybe we'll see you there.
@@robonholidayblog thinking of booking around mid May, it's about the only place that the good lady says she wants to go, so better do as I am told and book it up
Take care
Kev
We're going near the start of May. Hope you have a great time on your trip.
@@robonholidayblog possibly see you there Rob as about to book from 7th May for 9 nights
Kev 😁
👍 All Booked for 7th until 18th!! 11 Nights
Nice video Rob!
Glad you enjoyed.
I'm going in july! ❤
We are thinking, too:). Is it really hot and busy in July?
Thanks very helpful 👍🏻
Thanks for watching. Glad it was helpful.
Thank you Rob, enjoyed your vlog❤
No problem, Michele. Glad you enjoyed it.
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Glad you like the videos. Thanks for watching!
I am your biggest fan
Fantastic video mate, go there next week and after watching this even more excited!
That's great to hear. We've just come back from the hotel again after a 2-week trip and it was fantastic. Just starting to quiet down to a nice crowd level now and the weather is looking nice and hot. Hope you have a great time.
Honestly your video was such a massive help, lovely to see what’s around, I know you mentioned you love staying at the hotel, are there any local bars or restaurants, even a bit of a distance away you would recommend?
@@hirobkennedy521 Unfortunately that's the one area I can't help with. We eat all three meals at the hotel, so we don't go out to eat. If you're looking for English food, I know a lot of people like The Bucaneer, which is a pub in Pineda town. Other than that, there are a few beach bars along the beach which look nice, and the neighbouring town of Calella is a bit more built up, so you might find something there.
Thanks ever so much for this video and your replies mate, much appreciated.
Hi great video, but what is pool temperature like during late May, early June time is it cold or is it heated? And is the area warm during May/June time. Thank you
The outdoor pools are not heated. How warm they are depends on how sunny it has been. We’ve been late May many times and sometimes the pools have been warm, sometimes cool. Weather is generally good at this time of year but the further into June you go, the better chance of hot weather.
Great video, I'm going there tomorrow for the first time after 12 years, back then I was a little kid so I don't remember much of it anymore, my question is, do they have free WiFi in the Hotel rooms?
Yes, there is WIFI in the rooms although it can sometimes be slow.
Nice video Rob,
How are the beds at the pools, do you have to put towels on time or not, are now at Evenia Llorret and it is not necessary there because there are enough beds
Difficult to judge because it was the fireworks last night when we got here so this morning we had no problem
Need some advice .. is the trip from BCN Airport on the train easy and practical enough ? We have 3 kids , fancy the train , but only if its easy enough to do. Private transfers seem very steep
As far as I know, you can't get a direct train from the airport to Pineda de Mar. You would have to get a train or metro from the airport into Barcelona and then switch to the local train taking you to Pineda. We have never taken a train or metro from the airport, so I can't comment on that, but the train from Barcelona (Plaça de Catalunya) to Pineda takes just over an hour. At the other end, it is about a 15-minute walk to the hotel. Hope this helps.
Get the Train to Sants & Change there for Coastal train to Pineda, around 1hr 50 and only around 5 Euros each, alternatively catch the Sagales Coach which is pretty much 1hr (or 1hr 40 depending on which one you catch) and costs around 10 euro, this drops you off on Main Road (Going to Pineda) and is around 10 minute walk straight down the road past allotments to the Taurus (generally collects to return to Airport at the front of the Hotel)
Thanks Rob, fab video 😊
Glad you enjoyed it.
@@robonholidayblog just looked it up as we are going in July, can't wait!!
@@NaomiandAlexBuck I'm sure you'll have a great time. We love this hotel and go twice a year usually. Great atmosphere and the entertainment team is fantastic - the highlight for us.
Great video for information, do u know if they have pushchairs or travel cots you can rent ?
Thanks for watching. I'm not sure to be honest. Maybe have a look on the hotel website.
Is the little shop where you can buy floats and other great stuff there? Great video Rob!!
Thanks for watching. Yes, there is a little shop at the hotel where you can buy things like souvenirs and floats.
Are you going next June and if you are what date
also your videos are very helpful thankyou
We are probably going in May and September next year, but June is great too. You should have some nice weather and not too bad crowds at the games etc. Glad you enjoy the videos. We just want to show people what is so good about this place.
thanks Rob. few questions if you dont mind 1. does Hola BCN 2 days pass work from Pineda de Mar to Barcelona Sant or do i need separate ticket for it? 2. does hotel provide beach parasol umbrellas or do people bring their own? can you buy from shop? i was thinking to bring small tent 3. the rooms at ground floow with private swimming pool, do they come with extra charge?
1. You'll need a separate ticket because the card only covers Zone 1 (I think Pineda is Zone 4?)
2. The hotel does not provide parasols for the beach. To be honest, we don't go to the beach, so not sure about whether you can rent or not.
3. The pool rooms are an extra charge (and quite a bit of an extra charge to be honest). They are available to book on the hotel's official website.
Hope this helps.
@@robonholidayblog many thanks Rob, this is super helpful! much appreciated. You are a star!
Hello rob
This video has really helped me get a really good idea of what the hotel is like so thank you 😊
Can I ask you how much it costs to upgrade to the golden all inclusive from half board when you are at the hotel ? And is there a minimum amount of days you have to do it for ? Thanks
Hi glad the video was helpful. Not sure how much the Golden All Inclusive upgrade is. I know that generally, you have to do a minimum of 5 nights All Inclusive.
Great video! Did you visit the arena of FC Barcelona? Is it easy to reach?
No, not been to the Nou Camp. Barcelona is just 70 mins away on a train and from the centre you can easily get to the Nou Camp by metro.
Note also that the Nou Camp is currently undergoing renovations and the stadium is closed until late 2024
I love your videos rob ❤🎉❤🎉
Thanks for watching- glad you enjoyed the video
Thank you so much for this video. We have just booked to go next year. Can I ask a question? We are going half board, can you change your evening meal to lunch on some days? Thanks
I’ve never done it so I don’t know. I don’t see why not but you’d be best emailing the hotel to check.
@@robonholidayblog ok thank you 😀
i’m going in 3 weeks time and really would like to know before i go.
No unfortunately they don’t do karaoke anymore. They have a variety of acts come in for shows every night (singers, dancers, magician, acrobats etc) plus every Saturday the animation team do a special 60th anniversary show which is our favourite.
@@robonholidayblog oh ok thank you for answering my question.
@@secret_543 No problem. Hope you have a great time.
@@robonholidayblog thanks
We going 4th June ❤❤
Are you there now is the bucanner bar still open?
We came home last week but we saw that it was open when we were there.
Hi Rob, how expensive are train tickets to Barcalona and Girona?
I can't remember exactly, but I think around €6-7. The ride to Barcelona and Girona are an hour each and trains generally come several times an hour.
@@robonholidayblog Awesome, thanks for th the quick response! A very good and informative video :)
@@Wobbazu No problem. Glad you enjoyed it.
we going on Ryanair
Do you know whether there is a dog beach nearby? How far away are there any attractions? Thank you.
Not sure about the dog beach, but both Barcelona and Girona are a 1-hour train ride away.
I noticed you said there was shooting as an activity - where is that in relation to the quieter pools? Can you hear it from there?
No it’s air pistol and air rifle and there’s no way you would hear it from either of the pool terraces.
Thanks so much for your quick reply. I have a daughter with special needs who would struggle with that kind of sound so that’s great to know!
No problem. Obviously I don’t know your daughter’s exact situation, but given what you’ve said, you should know that this is a very busy and lively hotel. So whilst you can relax in relative peace around the quieter pool, the hotel in general is not a quiet place in general. Having said that, it is a fabulous place for a holiday and they do cater for all needs and disabilities. Thanks again for watching and best of luck whatever you decide.
What do you recommend from airport to hotel? without renting a car
Some people get a train into Barcelona and then the coastal train from there however we prefer a taxi - there are lots of taxis outside the terminal. If you are flying into Girona, taxi is definitely the best option
is there karaoke on at nights ??
Was ment to be going in may but seen soooo many comments on how cold the pools are put me off is it that bad ?
That truth is no, it isn’t that bad. We’ve been many times in May and MOST times it has been fine. The pools do rely on the sun to warm them so it’s never going to be as warm as June - August. We went one year in May and the water was chilly, but we were unlucky then.
@@robonholidayblog thank you for your reply do you know what kinda day trips they do at the tui rep please ?
I am going on TUI FLY
What months is the water park open x
The water park is usually open mid-May to mid-September. Dates are published on the Golden Hotels website.
Hi, one question. does this hotel have a gym?
No, there is no gym at the hotel.
One question rob at the stage can people sing songs sorry for the strange request 😂
No, they used to do karaoke but they have stopped doing that now.
@@robonholidayblogthanks ❤