Aska Lara Resort & Spa

This spa hotel is centrally located on a main road in Lara, right by the sea and ideal for getting to know the area a bit better.

Units include 684 rooms, including 3 apartments and 555 double rooms, located in a 10-storey main building and 2 auxiliary buildings. English- and German-speaking staff at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Guests who have booked all-inclusive will receive a welcome drink. A cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and currency exchange service are available. Wireless internet access in public areas (no extra charge) allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The complex has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities and 6 lifts. Film fans will find plenty of 'lights, camera, action' at the cinema. A number of shops, including a supermarket and souvenir shop, are great for shopping or just browsing. The grounds of the hotel feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand, a TV room, a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park (no extra charge). Other services include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, translation services, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry, a page service, a hotel doctor and a hotel shuttle bus. A business centre with fax machine, projector and a flip chart and pens is available.

Air conditioning and central heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. In most units, guests can enjoy a partial sea view from a balcony or terrace. The rooms have a double bed and a sofa bed. Separate bedrooms are available. Children's beds and extra beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. A trouser press is provided for guests' convenience. A telephone, a TV and WiFi (no extra charge) are provided as well. A turndown service provides guests with additional comfort in the evening hours. A selection of pillows ensures a comfortable stay. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a baby bath. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror and bathrobes are available for daily use. Guests can also book 6 wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The complex has 129 family rooms, non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

While the adults swim a few laps in the outdoor pool, children can enjoy splashing about in their own swimming area. A waterslide and a refreshing drink at the poolside snack bar offer the perfect way to unwind. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. The wide range of activities offered at the complex ensures that there is something new to do every day, including tennis, bocce, beach volleyball, basketball and archery. A number of sports are available, including water sports such as water skiing, jet skiing, paddle boating, snorkelling, water aerobics and aquafit. For a fee, guests can also enjoy motorboat rides, banana boat rides, canoeing, kayaking, diving and parasailing. Sports enthusiasts are also offered a wide range of indoor activities, including a gym, table tennis, billiards, darts, bowling, yoga, callisthenics and aerobics. Various wellness options are available at the hotel, including a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, a beauty salon, massage treatments and a solarium. Additional leisure activities include an entertainment programme, a kids' club, a kids' disco, live music and a dance club.

Dining facilities include a café and a bar. Guests can dine in a cosy atmosphere at the restaurant (non-smoking and a buffet). Refreshing drinks at the beach bar are a perfect way to enjoy warm weather. Catering options include full board and all-inclusive. All-inclusive holidaymakers enjoy special extras like snacks, in addition to a selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are available. Staff are also happy to provide children's meals. Baby food (for a fee) provides for little ones' well being. International brands are available.