Rating: 4.6 ★ (432 ratings)
Hotel Cristina in Jersey offers a serene and inviting atmosphere, boasting a prime location above St Aubin's Bay with breathtaking panoramic views. This 4-star, family-run hotel provides a sense of tranquility, set amidst lush gardens on the edge of Jersey's country lane network. Its south-facing position makes it a natural "sun trap," ensuring guests can enjoy the island's sunshine throughout the day. While offering a peaceful retreat, Hotel Cristina remains conveniently close to the beach, just a few minutes' walk away, and provides easy access to St Helier and the airport, making it an ideal base for exploring Jersey's unique heritage sites.
The hotel features an array of top amenities designed for comfort and enjoyment, including a heated outdoor swimming pool and sun terrace, operational from May to September, which overlooks the gardens and the bay. Guests can savour delicious meals at the on-site Indigo's Grill, Bar & Terrace, an award-winning restaurant offering breakfast and dinner with a menu that includes grilled meats, fresh local seafood, and vegetarian options. Rooms are chic and contemporary, with many featuring private, south-facing balconies that provide stunning sea views. All rooms come equipped with modern conveniences such as free Wi-Fi, tea and coffee making facilities, an in-room safe, and a hairdryer. Superior rooms may also offer bathrobes and a dedicated seating area for enhanced relaxation.
Hotel Cristina caters to a diverse range of guests, proving particularly popular with families and couples seeking a relaxing getaway. With family rooms available that can accommodate up to four adults and two children, and the option of fold-down beds, it's well-suited for holidays with youngsters. The hotel's location is perfect for those who appreciate country walks and cycling, with E-bike rental available, and wish to explore Jersey's natural beauty while being a short distance from the shopping and nightlife of St Helier. However, guests with limited mobility should be aware that the property is situated on a steep hill with steps leading to the main road and beach.
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We stayed in a family suite with our two young children. Unfortunately, directly outside our window there was a local’s 30th birthday party with a DJ, loud Ibiza-style dance music and heavy bass. The music and dancing continued until around 11:30pm, making it impossible for our children to settle properly until the party ended.
Had we been a couple in our 20s looking for somewhere to have dinner and dance with a fantastic view, it might have been a very different experience. The problem is that we were staying in a room specifically marketed as a family suite, and we received no advance warning that there would be a late-night party and DJ immediately outside our window.
This was particularly problematic because the room had no air conditioning, so keeping the windows closed wasn’t a realistic option in the warm weather.
The location and views are excellent, but the hotel seems to be suffering from something of an identity crisis. If family rooms are going to be located next to an area used for late-night parties, guests should be warned clearly in advance. Had we known our young children would effectively be unable to sleep until 11:30pm, we would not have booked this hotel for a family holiday.
A real shame, because the setting is fantastic, but the experience was not what we reasonably expected from a family stay.