Islander on the Beach 309 – Studio

Hotel Description

Honestly, when I first pulled up to Islander on the Beach 309, I wasn’t expecting much from a 3-star place – but wow, was I wrong. This little studio sits right where you want to be, and I mean *right* on the beach. You know that moment when you open the door and immediately hear waves? That’s this place. The unit itself is compact but surprisingly well thought out – whoever designed it actually gets how people travel. There’s enough counter space to spread out your stuff (thank god), and the bed doesn’t take up the entire room like some studios do. The kitchenette is basic but functional – I made coffee every morning and even managed a decent breakfast without feeling cramped.

What really gets me about this spot is how it nails that sweet spot between being affordable and not making you feel like you’re roughing it. The building’s got that slightly weathered beach vibe that feels authentic rather than run-down, if you know what I mean. Parking was way easier than I expected – there’s actually space, unlike some of these beachfront places where you’re circling for twenty minutes. The whole setup feels like it’s run by people who’ve been doing this for years and have figured out the little things that matter. Check-in was smooth, no weird surprise fees, and they actually answered when I called with a question about late arrival.

I’ll be honest, it’s not fancy – the furniture’s pretty standard and you can hear your neighbors if they’re being loud (though I got lucky with quiet ones). But here’s the thing: you’re not paying resort prices, and you’re getting that 9.0 rating for good reason. The beach access alone is worth it – I was in the water literally two minutes after deciding I wanted to swim. Mornings were perfect because you beat the crowds, and evenings, well, you’ve got front-row seats to some pretty spectacular sunsets. I mean, I’ve stayed at places twice the price that didn’t have half this view. For what you pay, especially if you’re the type who spends most of your time outside anyway, this studio delivers exactly what it promises without any pretense.

Rooms

• Apartment with Garden View with extra-large double bed1 sofa bed, 1 extra-large double bed, 2 × 1 sofa bed and sofa bed for 2 adults

Reviews

• Frederik from Netherlands (9/10)

  Good location, close to the beach with great view and options for eating with plenty of choice within 3 minutes walking.

• Iveta from Switzerland (9/10)

  Absolutely stunning apartment in an attractive location. Accessible with great community.

• Sven from Germany (9/10)

  Sehr schöne und saubere Anlage. Gut ausgestattetes Studio mit Meerblick.

• Sara from Germany (8/10)

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