Kimkim Trip Reviews

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Eclipse in Iceland
Iceland | Aug 10 - Aug 16, 2026

Lisa
Lisa M.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Aug 20, 2026
Even though it was cloudy for the eclipse, our trip was amazing! Hannah had our hotels and rental car booked and everything went smoothly with all the hotels and picking up the car. We stayed in Stykkishólmur for 3 nights at the Foss Hotel and saw amazing waterfalls, mountains, sheep, horses, beaches, cliffs, a lighthouse and lava field on one of our day trips. Hotel staff were great and they have a community cat who visits. We got to also explore the area around Fudir and Vik as we had... Read more

Even though it was cloudy for the eclipse, our trip was amazing! Hannah had our hotels and rental car booked and everything went smoothly with all the hotels and picking up the car. We stayed in Stykkishólmur for 3 nights at the Foss Hotel and saw amazing waterfalls, mountains, sheep, horses, beaches, cliffs, a lighthouse and lava field on one of our day trips. Hotel staff were great and they have a community cat who visits. We got to also explore the area around Fudir and Vik as we had great hotels in those towns too. Our hotels had a large spread for their continental breakfast. Horseback riding on the black sand beach in Vik was a highlight. The real surprise was being able to see Puffins on a walking path near Dyrhólaey. The culture and vibe of Iceland was amazing. Be prepared for a large hold to go on your credit card when you gas up. And you’ll need to pay for parking anywhere you stop that is not your hotel (waterfalls, beaches, cliffs). There are cameras everywhere, so budget a little extra for parking (versus getting a ticket). Also bring a cloth bag or two if you plan to shop at the grocery store. Restaurant food is expensive so snacks are a good thing to pack.

Hotel Reviews
CenterHotel Klöpp
Reykjavík

Busy part of town and no parking on site. Staff were really helpful with where to park and explained the different zones. The location of the hotel made walking.To shops a breeze.

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Hótel Kría
Vík

Beautiful hotel and comfortable beds, but the travelers who stayed above us kept us up for hours. Construction of the building wasn’t very soundproof. It sounded like the people above us were running a marathon until 11 PM at night. Staff were amazing. Continental breakfast was included, and it was the best that we had at all of the hotels. Mountain View room was the way to go. Loved that!

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We asked for help with the squeaky door and staff were super responsive and fixed it quickly with WD-40.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Bed was great! Bathroom met our needs. Very clean.
The Hill Hotel at Fludir
Fludir

Beds were comfortable. Bathroom was good size and we could head through the bathroom to the courtyard, where two hot tubs of different temperatures awaited. Staff were incredible! Very helpful and kind. The lamb shank for dinner was delicious. And there was a pretty, orange cat named Rudy who we got to pet. Breakfast was included had a really good selection of foods.

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Fosshotel Stykkishólmur
Stykkishólmur

Staff were great! Breakfasts had plenty of options. We blew a fuse in our room as soon as we got there, but staff quickly moved us into a different room. Everyone was kind and helpful.

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Beds and pillows were really comfortable. I think we were in an older room, so some furniture and carpet had a lot of wear and tear. But everything was clean and met our needs. Great location!
Local specialist: Hanna Kravchenko

Amazing
Patagonia | Aug 5 - Aug 18, 2026

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Peter K.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Gabriela did an amazing job creating the perfect vacation for our 41st wedding anniversary in South America. We requested a skiing and great food itinerary and she delivered! We started in Buenos Aires with a day to explore and a tango experience. In the morning, we flew to Ushuaia, also known as the end of the world, where we skied and had an awesome Fuegian dining experience at the Rincon Gourmet where Chef Ariel prepared us an incredible dinner for 2. The town of Ushuaia was great to... Read more

Gabriela did an amazing job creating the perfect vacation for our 41st wedding anniversary in South America. We requested a skiing and great food itinerary and she delivered! We started in Buenos Aires with a day to explore and a tango experience. In the morning, we flew to Ushuaia, also known as the end of the world, where we skied and had an awesome Fuegian dining experience at the Rincon Gourmet where Chef Ariel prepared us an incredible dinner for 2. The town of Ushuaia was great to explore with many culinary surprises. The skiing was great and the transportation was perfect.

From Ushuaia we flew to Bariloche where we skied for three days at Cerro Catedral, (thank you for the snow storm). We were treated to a very unique dinner with Lucas Mallmann. We participated and learned about fire cooking techniques on a chapa. The food was delicious.

We spent the remainder of the trip at Valle Nevado. The skiing was amazing and the hotel staff catered to our every need.
Thank you Gabriela and Kim Kim for a very memorable experience.

Local specialist: Gabriela Recalde

Just completed an amazing and memorable trip ...
Ireland | Aug 7 - Aug 14, 2026

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Anneliese K.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Just completed an amazing and memorable trip to Ireland, planned by Adrian. He took all of our requests and feedback, and prepared an interesting and well-paced trip that fit all of our needs. 100% would use him and this site again. Read more

Just completed an amazing and memorable trip to Ireland, planned by Adrian. He took all of our requests and feedback, and prepared an interesting and well-paced trip that fit all of our needs. 100% would use him and this site again.

Hotel Reviews
The Springhill Hotel
Kilkenny
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Killarney Heights Hotel
Killarney
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Clontarf Castle Hotel
Dublin
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Lahinch Coast Hotel
Dough, Lahinch, Co. Clare
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Ballea Castle
Cork
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Activity Reviews
Rock of Cashel
Rock of Cashel
Cashel
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Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations
Caherconnell Fort & Sheepdog Demonstrations
Ireland
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Walk with Wolfhounds
Walk with Wolfhounds
Ireland
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Horse Riding Killarney National Park
Horse Riding Killarney National Park
Killarney
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Local specialist: Adrian Murphy

Iceland Experience
Iceland | Aug 6 - Aug 15, 2026

Erik
Erik D.
Portland, ME, USA | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Kimkim was completely new to us and we didn't know what to expect, but we are SO glad we used this service. After spending a few hours on our own trying to figure out a reasonable travel itinerary for a 10-day trip to a country we knew nothing about, we figured there had to be a better way. Othman and the kimkim service was absolutely fantastic. Othman listened to our ideas and goals and was able to put together an itinerary that was full, exciting, logistically reasonable, and gave us... Read more

Kimkim was completely new to us and we didn't know what to expect, but we are SO glad we used this service. After spending a few hours on our own trying to figure out a reasonable travel itinerary for a 10-day trip to a country we knew nothing about, we figured there had to be a better way. Othman and the kimkim service was absolutely fantastic. Othman listened to our ideas and goals and was able to put together an itinerary that was full, exciting, logistically reasonable, and gave us flexibility to choose or skip suggested daily stops and things to see. Seeing everything laid out in the kimkim app ahead of our trip was such a relief - just knowing we had a complete travel plan in place allowed us to focus our pre-trip planning time on personal things - like pet care and packing. Then, within the first day of our trip, it really dawned on us how valuable this whole planned experience service really was. There simply was no way we would have figured out a travel plan like this on our own - one that made logistical sense and gave us so many opportunities to see amazing things. Was like have a daily guide and a smart road map in the palm of your hand, but also gave us just the right level of flexibility.
We saw dozens of spectacular waterfalls, got up close to glaciers on a zodiac boat ride, saw hundreds of Puffins up close on a coastal walk, explored a lava cave, enjoyed several lagoon hot springs, saw Atlantic salmon ascending a waterfall, explored the beautiful city of Reykjavik, and had amazing meals and experiences with locals. And if that wasn't enough, Othman put us in the perfect position on the southwest peninsula of Iceland for the 8/12/2026 full solar eclipse! An absolutely spectacular trip, and I highly recommend kimkim to anyone! Thank you Othman!

Activity Reviews
Vidgelmir cave guided tour
Iceland
Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon
Iceland
Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon zodiac boat tour
Iceland

Fantastic Experience!

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Local specialist: Othman A

Kate was excellent!
England | Aug 1 - Aug 10, 2026

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Cindy B.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Kate was an excellent resource in planning our recent trip to the UK in August! We traveled all around Scotland and England. There were 11 people in our party and she did a great job at coordinating all the details and ensuring that all the key things that everyone wanted to do fit into our agenda. She was organized, very responsive to all my questions, provided great input and insights, and was available to answer questions during our trip. I highly recommend kimkim especially for large... Read more

Kate was an excellent resource in planning our recent trip to the UK in August! We traveled all around Scotland and England. There were 11 people in our party and she did a great job at coordinating all the details and ensuring that all the key things that everyone wanted to do fit into our agenda. She was organized, very responsive to all my questions, provided great input and insights, and was available to answer questions during our trip. I highly recommend kimkim especially for large group travel planning. And, I especially recommend Kate. She was great!

Hotel Reviews
Kimpton - Blythswood Square Hotel, an IHG Hotel
Glasgow
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Inverness Palace Hotel & Spa
Inverness
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Apex Waterloo Place
Edinburgh
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Radisson RED Hotel, Liverpool
Liverpool
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The Clermont London, Victoria
London
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Activity Reviews
Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle
Loch Ness Cruise and Urquhart Castle
England
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Edinburgh Old Town Tour
Edinburgh Old Town Tour
Edinburgh
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Thames Cruise with Dinner
Thames Cruise with Dinner
London
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Food
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Beatles and History Guided Walking Tour
Beatles and History Guided Walking Tour
Liverpool
Quality of Experience
Didn't happen
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Didn't show up to our planned location
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Private Transfer from Edinburgh to Inverness via St Andrews
England
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Discover London in a Private Black Cab
Discover London in a Private Black Cab
London
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St Andrews History Tour
St Andrews History Tour
England
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Isle of Skye Tour including the  Eilean Donan Castle, Portree and other attractions
Isle of Skye Tour including the Eilean Donan Castle, Portree and other attractions
Inverness
Quality of Experience
It was very rainy so we couldn't do everything we wanted to
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The Royal London Tour: Changing of the Guard and More
The Royal London Tour: Changing of the Guard and More
London
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Stonehenge and Windsor Castle from London, private group
Stonehenge and Windsor Castle from London, private group
London
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Local specialist: Kateryna Garkavenko

Family Adventure to Norway
Norway | Jul 27 - Aug 3, 2026

Beth
Beth B.
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Our trip to Norway was absolutely magical! Kadri from kimkim was wonderful to work with—knowledgeable, responsive, and attentive to our needs. We were a group of 14, ranging from a 1-year-old to our parents in their 80s, and she did an amazing job finding the perfect accommodations and arranging transportation for our large family. Our stay in Svinøya was a highlight, giving us the chance to soak in the breathtaking beauty of Lofoten while enjoying quality family time together. Everything... Read more

Our trip to Norway was absolutely magical! Kadri from kimkim was wonderful to work with—knowledgeable, responsive, and attentive to our needs. We were a group of 14, ranging from a 1-year-old to our parents in their 80s, and she did an amazing job finding the perfect accommodations and arranging transportation for our large family.

Our stay in Svinøya was a highlight, giving us the chance to soak in the breathtaking beauty of Lofoten while enjoying quality family time together. Everything was well organized, with tickets and travel details easily accessible through the app.

Kadri made planning such a special family trip feel seamless. We’re so grateful for her help and would highly recommend her and the kimkim team for anyone planning a well-organized, unforgettable trip.

Hotel Review
Svinøya Rorbuer
Svolvær

The hotel was simply amazing! The cabins were beautiful inside and the views outside were breathtaking. The location of the hotel made it easy to walk into Svolvær. We had a beautiful dinner for our large group at the restaurant Borsen and it was spectacular. I highly recommend this hotel if you are planning a trip to lofoten

Authenticity & Character
The restaurant was amazing! There was old charm and history in every corner. Our cabins were beautiful and comfortable. The staff was pleasant and very helpful.
Location
Walkable into the town and beautiful views of the harbor and landscape.
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Our cabins were very comfortable and very clean.
Activity Reviews
Golfing at Lofoten Links with Round-Trip Transfers from Svolvær
Svolvær

The golfing was a highlight for the guys in our group. They were lucky and had beautiful weather, but overall it was a once in a lifetime experience. The transportation to the course and back was very smooth.

A private driver for the day
Norway

We had a wonderful time exploring two different locations in lofoten. We went first a beach walk in Haukland and a visit to the town of Henningsvær. We are so happy we had the driver because we could enjoy the scenery and also not have to worry about finding parking. I’m glad we only had two stops. You don’t want to feel rushed.

Quality of Experience
Van was clean and comfortable.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Local specialist: Kadri Talvik

2 week trip to Germany and Salzburg
Germany | Aug 5 - Aug 18, 2026

david
david h.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Sara,
The trip was wonderful. You did an excellent job finding the highlights for us. The hotels were well located and very comfortable. The only comment on the hotels was Berlin . While the location was great, it was not air condidtioned and the room was very small. All the other hotels were perfect.
The guides were knowledgeable and gave us a great overview of the places we visited. They took special requests and always worked with us. The only guide that we were not overly... Read more

Sara,
The trip was wonderful. You did an excellent job finding the highlights for us. The hotels were well located and very comfortable. The only comment on the hotels was Berlin . While the location was great, it was not air condidtioned and the room was very small. All the other hotels were perfect.

The guides were knowledgeable and gave us a great overview of the places we visited. They took special requests and always worked with us. The only guide that we were not overly impressed with was the guide in Salzburg. While he was certainly knowledgeable, he walked was ahead of us and it was hard to connect with him. All the others receive 5 stars from us.

The restaurant suggestions were great. You gave us a large choice and we enjoyed them. We eat out quite a bit so this is something we are fairly picky about and we have no complaints. Only that we need to diet now as we seemed to stop at a gelato shop everyday.

Sara - you were responsive both during the planning and while we were traveling and that is so appreciated. We couldn't have asked for a better tour arranger.

Wanted to let you know that we added the suspension bridge in Todnot to our day in the Black Forest and I highly recommend that for others. What a view!

Thanks for helping us have a memorable vacation,
Miriam & David Haimes

Hotel Reviews
IMLAUER HOTEL PITTER Salzburg
Salzburg

Location was great. Walked to all sites. Had dinner at the skytop restaurant and the food and service were exceptional

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Platzl Hotel - Superior
München

Great location and the room was beautiful

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Calma Berlin Mitte
Berlin

Hotel room was small and not air conditioned

Authenticity & Character
Location
Close to restaurants and the various museums
Activity Reviews
🎻 Mozart Dinner Concert Salzburg – A Magical Evening of Music & Fine Dining
🎻 Mozart Dinner Concert Salzburg – A Magical Evening of Music & Fine Dining
Salzburg

Loved the evening

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Sachsenhausen Memorial: Guided Half-Day Trip from Berlin
Sachsenhausen Memorial: Guided Half-Day Trip from Berlin
Berlin

Memorable day. Tour was quite interesting. Guide was great

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Size of the tour was perfect.
Transport
Local specialist: Sara R

Guide and driver were excellent. Hotel in Ti...
Georgia | Aug 11 - Aug 18, 2026

Michael
Michael B.
Tallahassee, FL | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Guide and driver were excellent. Hotel in Tiiblisi (Rooms Hotel Tblisi) was also excellent Read more

Guide and driver were excellent. Hotel in Tiiblisi (Rooms Hotel Tblisi) was also excellent

Hotel Reviews
Grand Hotel Yerevan
Yerevan
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Rooms Hotel Tbilisi
Tbilisi
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Local specialist: Zehra Alper

Our trip to Thailand was very well organized ...
Thailand | Aug 3 - Aug 16, 2026

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Vicki R.
Miami, FL | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Our trip to Thailand was very well organized by Bella. When guides were expected to meet us at 10AM, they showed up by 10AM, same with taxis, etc. Traveling was made simple and enjoyable. I had never used a service before, but took all the anxiety away. Should I travel to Asia again, I will definitely use KimKim.

Local specialist: Bella Saung

Our trip was EXCELLENT! Nadia was fantastic ...
South Africa | Aug 8 - Aug 15, 2026

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Heather S.
Ashburn, VA | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Our trip was EXCELLENT! Nadia was fantastic as were all of the drivers, guides etc. I would recommend Nadia and Kimkim to anyone. Read more

Our trip was EXCELLENT! Nadia was fantastic as were all of the drivers, guides etc. I would recommend Nadia and Kimkim to anyone.

Hotel Review
Antrim House
Cape Town

The Antrim House is an amazing boutique hotel in a fantastic area of Cape Town. The staff was amazing, and the food was excellent. Marcus at Antrim helped us out with anything we needed and Julia prepared the most lovely breakfasts. I recommend this location to anyone.

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Local specialist: Nadia Albertus

Kimkim planned our trip to Norway for us as i...
Norway | Aug 3 - Aug 11, 2026

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Philip B.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Kimkim planned our trip to Norway for us as it was our first trip there. They chose great cities and amazing excursions. We had a wonderful time. We were very impressed with the itinerary, including the hotels and events. We ran into a hiccup with a hotel and Kimkim was very responsive in addressing the issues. We highly recommend Kimkim for your travel needs. Read more

Kimkim planned our trip to Norway for us as it was our first trip there. They chose great cities and amazing excursions. We had a wonderful time. We were very impressed with the itinerary, including the hotels and events. We ran into a hiccup with a hotel and Kimkim was very responsive in addressing the issues. We highly recommend Kimkim for your travel needs.

Activity Reviews
Floating Sauna Experience in Ålesund
Floating Sauna Experience in Ålesund
Ålesund
Quality of Experience
Kayaking & Hiking Excursion
Kayaking & Hiking Excursion
Ålesund
Quality of Experience
Food
We loved our guide.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Mostraumen Fjord Safari by Premium RIB
Mostraumen Fjord Safari by Premium RIB
Bergen
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Guides, Drivers and Staff
Finnafjord Safari by RIB
Finnafjord Safari by RIB
Balestrand
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Local specialist: Maria Shephard

Guide for our coffee tour to Finca Paraíso wa...
Colombia | Aug 1 - Aug 12, 2026

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THOMAS K.
Dallas, TX | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Guide for our coffee tour to Finca Paraíso was very pleasant, but not knowledgeable. Read more

Guide for our coffee tour to Finca Paraíso was very pleasant, but not knowledgeable.

Hotel Reviews
Hotel Kartaxa Cartagena
Cartagena

First room was bad since the bed literally fell apart THEN OUR ROOM WAS CHANGED EXCELLENT

Authenticity & Character
Wonderful
Location
Right in the center of entertainment
Staff
Very professional
Cleanliness & Comfort
Excellent
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Marta
Santa Marta

Excellent ITS A HILTON

Authenticity & Character
Truly attentive
Location
It’s a Hilton
Staff
Excellent and courteous
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very elean
Rancho San Antonio

The ranch style was very remote. Although it had a small pool with hot tub, they didn’t provide drinking water, air conditioning, or any meals beyond breakfast. Service was on existent. WE ARRIVED AT NIGHT AND TOLD WE HAD TO WALK ALONG A DARK ROCK ROAD WITH A FLASHLIGHT TO GET TO A STORE TO BUY WATER AND A SANDWICH. AND THEN WE HAD TO WALK BACK . SUPER UNCOMFORTABLE WE STAYED ONE NIGHT AND LEFT THE NEXT DAY TO ANOTHER HOTEL IN SALENTO. WE HAD BOOKED FOR THREE NIGHTS WE WOULD KINDLY APPRECIATE A REFUND FOR THE TWO NIGHTS!

Authenticity & Character
Some food service and ceiling fan and or air conditioning
Location
Remote country
Staff
Jeff as pleasant
Cleanliness & Comfort
Learn the lodging business
HAB Hotel
Bogotá

Food was very mediocre

Authenticity & Character
Pleasant
Location
Ok
Staff
Very attentive
Cleanliness & Comfort
Ok
ESTELAR Calle 100 Hotel

Room was small but clean

Authenticity & Character
Ok
Location
Busy street below
Staff
Lethargic
Cleanliness & Comfort
Staff didn’t try very hard
Activity Reviews
Santa Marta City Tour
Santa Marta City Tour
Colombia

Loved it

Quality of Experience
Very cool
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Excellent
Transport
Great
Boquilla Mangrove Tour
Boquilla Mangrove Tour
Cartagena

Wonderful to see first hand how the fishermen survive

Quality of Experience
Humbling experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Wonderful experience and we who have it so good must appreciate our fellow human beings
Transport
Great
Walking Tour & Street Food
Walking Tour & Street Food
Cartagena

Sofia was extremely knowledgeable and so kind

Quality of Experience
The best
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Very great
Transport
Great
Hike Tayrona National Park
Hike Tayrona National Park
Colombia

Wow!

Quality of Experience
Eduardo was extremely courteous and professional
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Eduardo and our driver really took care
Transport
Very good
Charming Villages and Special Coffees
Charming Villages and Special Coffees
Colombia

Wonderful family owned coffee farm

Quality of Experience
Family had a great story and made our experience one to remember forever
Food
One of best meals of our trip
Guides, Drivers and Staff
I would highly recommend
Transport
Great hillside views
Cocora Valley & Salento
Cocora Valley & Salento
Colombia

Wonderful view

Quality of Experience
Great tour guide
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Great knowledge
Transport
Excellent driving
Visit the Salt Cathedral at Zipaquira
Visit the Salt Cathedral at Zipaquira
Colombia

Best

Quality of Experience
Amazing
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Best
Transport
Excellent driver
Bogota's Essentials (City Tour & Monserrate)
Bogota's Essentials (City Tour & Monserrate)
Bogotá

Diana and driver were super knowledgeable and very professional

Quality of Experience
Grand experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Ok
Transport
Excellent
Local specialist: Michael Gold

Everything well organized, was amazing , un f...
Turkey | Aug 3 - Aug 13, 2026

mohammed
mohammed S.
Newark, NJ | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Everything well organized, was amazing , un forgetful trip

Thank you Buse Nur for everything

Local specialist: Buse Nur Erkan
Buse Nur
Buse Nur Erkan
Local specialist in Kuşadası | Replied on Aug 19, 2026

Hello Mohammed,
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had such an amazing and unforgettable trip.
We look forward to welcoming you again in the future!

All the Best
Buse

Scottish Adventure! Rachel helped us plan a ...
Scotland | Aug 11 - Aug 17, 2026

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Penney B.
Farmington, CT, USA | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Scottish Adventure!
Rachel helped us plan a weeklong vacation in the Scottish Highlands and Isle of Skye . She was able to take our request and organize them into a concise, easy to follow itinerary that including planes, trains, ferries, taxis , hotels and tour buses . From Glasgow to Fort Williams , Isle of Skye to Inverness to Aberdeen. All the planning was done and easily to follow on the app. The road book was thorough making our trip a complete success. I would definitely...
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Scottish Adventure!
Rachel helped us plan a weeklong vacation in the Scottish Highlands and Isle of Skye . She was able to take our request and organize them into a concise, easy to follow itinerary that including planes, trains, ferries, taxis , hotels and tour buses . From Glasgow to Fort Williams , Isle of Skye to Inverness to Aberdeen. All the planning was done and easily to follow on the app. The road book was thorough making our trip a complete success. I would definitely recommend KimKim to friends and family .

Hotel Reviews
Blackfriars Hotel
Inverness

This hotel is above a pub. It was a little deceiving because there was no reception area. You went into the actual pub but one’s going upstairs. The rooms were comfortable and clean.

Authenticity & Character
Not often do you get to stay above one of the oldest pubs in Inverness
Location
Close to the river and many attractions.
Staff
Everyone was polite and helpful.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Showers and bathroom were clean! Beds were comfortable.
The Bosville Hotel
Portree

The hotel was right in the center of Portee . The food for breakfast was fabulous. It was clean and comfortable. Our room was over the bar area that closed at 11 making it a little noisy before bed.

Authenticity & Character
The rooms were clean and comfortable with great breakfast
Location
Centrally located with great views
Staff
Polite and helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Comfortable bed and showers
The Station Hotel, Aberdeen
Aberdeen

The hotel was very old amd not kept up , floors were uneven , doors were all noisy or didn’t close properly. The furniture looked like it was worn and carpet was stained . There was little security with access to rooms without barriers .

Authenticity & Character
Needs to be remodeled
Location
The location was central to the train station , buses and waterfront. There was no security.
Staff
All the waitstaff was polite .
Cleanliness & Comfort
The hotel was dingy and the floors were uneven in the room .
Ben View Guesthouse
Fort William

Large family room with comfortable beds and spotless bathroom ! Easy walk from train station and into town with access to shops , restaurants and scenic views!

Authenticity & Character
Charm and helpful staff !
Location
Close to train station!
Staff
Helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Beds were comfortable!
Activity Reviews
Skye In A Day From Portree Visiting The Most Scenic Spots
Skye In A Day From Portree Visiting The Most Scenic Spots
Scotland

S’ Math Sin Skye Tours was a very personal tour of the Isle of Skye with a local who loves to share his knowledge and history of Skye . Seeing the Fairy polls , Fairly Glens , waterfalls and Culkins . Lots of history and stories!

Quality of Experience
Kevin is a great tour guide !
Guides, Drivers and Staff
So many local treasures!
Transport
Comfortable !
Private transfer in town
Private transfer in town
Scotland

On time ! Quick trip to airport .

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Guides, Drivers and Staff
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Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside
Dunnottar Castle & Royal Deeside
Aberdeen

Alan was an excellent tour guide on this small group Rabbie tour . Comfortable van and lots information and extra castles !

Quality of Experience
This excursion was fabulous!
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Alan was knowledgeable about the countryside, castles and history !
Transport
Rabbie’s comfortable van !
Canal and Loch - Loch Ness Tour with Urquhart Castle included & Bus to Inverness
Canal and Loch - Loch Ness Tour with Urquhart Castle included & Bus to Inverness
Inverness

This Tour was comfortable and predictable. The timing with the arrival to the castle was not great to be able to see a movie in the visitor center and toward the castle.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Boat staff
Transport
Timing
Local specialist: Rachel Long

Family trip w teens North and Central Vietnam
Vietnam | Aug 8 - Aug 18, 2026

Daniel
Daniel P.
Springfield, MA, USA | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Excellent experience working with Long at Kimkim. Much revision of itinerary to meet my ideal Excellent experience working with Long at Kimkim. Much revision of itinerary to meet my ideal vacation. Airport pickup and transport was everything I hoped. The VIP escort through customs when we arrived allowed us to cut the line after the long flight which made us all happy. Also got eSIM for phones to avoid international fees. Used Viettel kiosk at airport. Tony helped with currency exchange... Read more

Excellent experience working with Long at Kimkim. Much revision of itinerary to meet my ideal Excellent experience working with Long at Kimkim. Much revision of itinerary to meet my ideal vacation.

Airport pickup and transport was everything I hoped. The VIP escort through customs when we arrived allowed us to cut the line after the long flight which made us all happy. Also got eSIM for phones to avoid international fees. Used Viettel kiosk at airport. Tony helped with currency exchange at the same kiosk too.

Enjoyed food tour with Tony in Hanoi. He continued with us as our guide to the mountain towns of Pu Luong and Ninh Binh. Both Long and Tony as well as driver, Mr. Huong were a great resource when my teenage daughter needed medical attention. Easy to work with healthcare in hospital. Everything worked out well. Also needed a special prescription filled and team was extremely helpful to find pharmacy.

Ha long Bay cruise was a nice new boat with good food. Not much educational tour component. Also diesel fumes from so many cruise boats around. Also have to pay for all water and drinks on the boat. Not too expensive but an extra cost to be aware of.

Family enjoyed Hoi An hotel Moon was a new resort. Good experience with John as our guide in Hoi An, making lanterns as well as custom clothing. Farming village tour and cooking class were in same location with some overlap of activity. Probably would just pick one of these activities next time. I enjoyed the produce and crafts market in Hoi An. Don’t miss street food, and famous banh mi restaurant. Night market in Hoi An was interesting and felt safe.

Getting money from ATM needed me to notify my bank I was traveling. Had me nervous for the first day until I was able to make withdrawals. While most hotels will take credit card, the small merchants will ask to ‘share the fee’ and mark up the price 3-5% if you use credit card.

The finalized itinerary gets uploaded to a convenient app that I could refer my teenagers to look at to know the next activity and schedule for the day. Also has some pictures to provide an idea of what is coming up and hotels etc.

Airport pickup and transport was everything I hoped. The VIP escort through customs when we arrived allowed us to cut the line after the long flight which made us all happy. Also got eSIM for phones to avoid international fees. Used Viettel kiosk at airport. Tony helped with currency exchange at the same kiosk too.

Enjoyed food tour with Tony in Hanoi. He continued with us as our guide to the mountain towns of Pu Luong and Ninh Binh. Both Long (through what’s app) and Tony as well as driver, Mr. Huong were a great resource when my teenage daughter needed medical attention. Easy to work with healthcare in hospital. Everything worked out well. Also needed a special prescription filled and team was extremely helpful to find pharmacy.

Ha long Bay cruise was a nice new boat with good food. Not much educational tour component. Also diesel fumes from so many cruise boats around. Also have to pay for all water and drinks on the boat. Not too expensive but an extra cost to be aware of.

Family enjoyed Hoi An hotel Moon was a new resort. Good experience with John as our guide in Hoi An, making lanterns as well as custom clothing. Farming village tour and cooking class were in same location with some overlap of activity. Probably would just pick one of these activities next time. I enjoyed the produce and crafts market in Hoi An. Don’t miss street food, and famous banh mi restaurant. Night market in Hoi An was interesting and felt safe.

Getting money from ATM needed me to notify my bank I was traveling. Had me nervous for the first day until I was able to make withdrawals. While most hotels will take credit card, the small merchants will ask to ‘share the fee’ and mark up the price 3-5% if you use credit card.

Another favorite activity was spa for massage. Hotels charged a little more than shops but were very convenient. If we had some down time wife and daughters were getting nails or facial for very inexpensive price. Great way to help back and legs recover on first morning after the long flight.

Hotel Reviews
Hoi An Moon Premium Boutique Hotel & Spa Resort hotel
Hoi An

Favorite hotel of our trip. This property just opened two days before we arrived. Staff was very enthusiastic. Excellent accommodation. Location very good on same street as old town area. Pool was fantastic, cool and refreshing. Definitely spoiled my family in this place.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Indochine Grand Cruise
Quang Ninh

New cruise boat, maybe one year old. Very nice rooms. Very nice food. Do not expect good Wi-Fi, data reception for your phone in the middle of the bay. The tours lacked any additional education about the region. More just to see the bay, caves. Several activities arranged by the crew to keep busy. Tai chi in the morning was a nice idea, but air quality surrounded by many diesel cruise boats was not enjoyable. The pool on board is more for show. Not worth going in. Also probably, skip swimming in the bay. Many jellyfish and pollution.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Aman Retreat Ninh Binh

Pool is more of a hot tub, not so cool and refreshing. But hot tub can still be nice. Food was very nice, excellent presentation for dinner. Location was surprising at the edge of town, but felt private and countryside from the view. Used hotel laundry service and they accidentally mixed some of our clothes with another room. Took a few minutes to sort out but they didn’t charge us for that bag.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Pu Luong Retreat
Thanh Hoa

Very nice, large hotel rooms with excellent view over the countryside. Bring your insect repellent to this location. Deet wipes were great. Again, excellent breakfast. Infiniti pools were very cool and relaxing. There was some karaoke, music at night from a property near the edge of this hotel location. But air-conditioning helped eliminate the bother.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Le Jardin Hotel Haute Couture

Hotel in good location. Breakfast was complete with a nice view from the 12th floor restaurant. Staff was very pleasant, good recommendations for food nearby.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Local specialist: Long Dao

Trip to Peru for a group of 12 with 4 teenagers
Peru | Jul 24 - Aug 3, 2026

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Yelena D.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
We had an amazing trip to Peru, although there was a stressful period leading up to it. We initially worked with another travel agent to plan our trip, but at some point communication stopped and we didn’t hear from her for about a month. I also take some responsibility for not reaching out to Kimkim sooner. As our trip got closer, Kimkim connected us with Liz, who took over our itinerary. From that point on, Liz and the Kimkim team went above and beyond. Liz had to step into a trip she... Read more

We had an amazing trip to Peru, although there was a stressful period leading up to it. We initially worked with another travel agent to plan our trip, but at some point communication stopped and we didn’t hear from her for about a month. I also take some responsibility for not reaching out to Kimkim sooner. As our trip got closer, Kimkim connected us with Liz, who took over our itinerary.

From that point on, Liz and the Kimkim team went above and beyond. Liz had to step into a trip she hadn’t originally planned and make sure everything was rebooked and confirmed. She was incredibly responsive and made us feel that we were being taken care of. Once we arrived in Peru, everything ran seamlessly. We loved all of our hotels, our guides were knowledgeable and engaging, and every transfer and transportation arrangement was on time.

There were so many memorable experiences. We loved the farm experience where we learned about traditional cooking and enjoyed a Pachamanca lunch. Lunch high in the Andes surrounded by mountains and llamas was another unforgettable experience.

We also had a fantastic time in Cusco with our guide, Natalie. She was knowledgeable, fun, and made our time there even more special.

One of the biggest highlights of the trip was hiking the short Inca Trail to Machu Picchu. A few people in our group struggled with altitude sickness, and our guides were incredibly patient, attentive, and helpful. We were also surprised with an amazing freshly prepared lunch halfway through the hike—definitely not what we expected while hiking the Inca Trail! Reaching Machu Picchu after the hike was an experience we will never forget.

What could have been a very stressful situation before our departure turned into a fantastic trip. We really appreciate how Liz and Kimkim stepped in, took ownership, and made sure we had the experience we had been looking forward to. We would absolutely recommend Liz and Kimkim.

Hotel Review
Sonesta Posadas del Inca Yucay
Urubamba

Beautiful and peaceful hotel. The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating, the food was great, and they had nightly entertainment that our group really enjoyed. The one thing I wish I had understood beforehand was the location. If you’re using the hotel as a base for day trips and traveling to Machu Picchu, there can be a lot of driving. We encountered quite a bit of traffic and ended up spending more time in the car than we expected. Knowing that now, I might have chosen to stay in Ollantaytambo instead. That has nothing to do with the hotel itself, though—the hotel was fantastic and we really enjoyed our stay.

Staff
The staff was incredibly friendly and accommodating
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Shared Ziplining & Via Ferrata in The Sacred Valley
Shared Ziplining & Via Ferrata in The Sacred Valley
Sacred Valley
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Private Short Inca Trail 1/2
Private Short Inca Trail 1/2
Peru
Quality of Experience
Food
The food was delicious, and all of our dietary restrictions were accommodated. We were especially impressed that they could prepare such a wonderful multi-course meal right on the trail. It was completely unexpected and made our Inca Trail experience even more memorable.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
A few people in our group struggled with altitude sickness, and our guides were incredibly patient, attentive, and helpful.
Transport
Local specialist: Liz Karen L. Jihuallanca

Adam provided thoughtful guidance and recomme...
Iceland | Aug 8 - Aug 14, 2026

Mary
Mary C.
Chicago, IL | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Adam provided thoughtful guidance and recommendations for our epic trip to Iceland, including a detailed itinerary; google map points; and food and drink recommendations. Read more

Adam provided thoughtful guidance and recommendations for our epic trip to Iceland, including a detailed itinerary; google map points; and food and drink recommendations.

Hotel Reviews
Reykjavík Lights by Kea Hotels
Reykjavík

Very nice hotel but away from the downtown area.

Hotel Stundarfridur
Stykkisholmur

Very nice view and nice, small hotel, but the shower nozzles were difficult to turn and we were scalded by the hot water.

Hotel Bru Countryside
Selfoss

Large property but we were in an apartment in the back. It was a handicapped accessible room with an open shower in the bathroom. Not the nicest of rooms. The main room in the lobby was nice and breakfast was extensive.

Hótel Lækur
Hella

Very nice staff and had horses and a sauna!

Reykjavík Marina - Berjaya Iceland Hotels
Reykjavík

Lovely hotel - nautical theme.

Activity Reviews
Hvammsvik Hot Springs (& Nature Reserve)
Hvammsvik Hot Springs (& Nature Reserve)
Iceland

Very crowded the day after the eclipse and not enough staff to handle the crowd.

Laugaras Lagoon
Laugaras Lagoon
Iceland
Sky Lagoon
Iceland

My favorite lagoon.

Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon
Iceland
Local specialist: Adam Warszawski
Adam
Adam Warszawski
Local specialist in Poland / Iceland | Replied on Aug 19, 2026

That is great that you had a memorable trip despite lack of visible eclipse. I hope you will revisit Iceland one day!

Soleil was awesome.So responsive and amazing...
Japan | Aug 6 - Aug 18, 2026

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Shubham G.
San Jose, CA | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026

Soleil was awesome.
So responsive and amazing

Local specialist: Soleil Ponce-Higa
Soleil
Soleil Ponce-Higa
Local specialist in Kofu, Yamanashi, Japan | Replied on Aug 19, 2026

Thank you so much, Shubham and Akanksha! 😊 It was such a pleasure helping with your Japan trip, and I really appreciate you taking the time to leave such a lovely review.

Wishing you many more wonderful travels together, and hopefully Japan sees you again someday!

Wonderful trip. Excellent tours, drivers and accommodations
England | Aug 8 - Aug 12, 2026

Lindsey
Lindsey B.
Atlanta, GA | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
Salomé was very helpful planning our trip. He was even able to accommodate a last minute change and add my other daughter to the trip. We loved seeing Stonehenge. Our driver David was very pleasant and knowledgeable. We saw the book of Mormon at the Prince of Wales Theatre and had amazing seats.. the sanctuary house hotel was a very nice place to stay and would love to stay there again. Read more

Salomé was very helpful planning our trip. He was even able to accommodate a last minute change and add my other daughter to the trip. We loved seeing Stonehenge. Our driver David was very pleasant and knowledgeable. We saw the book of Mormon at the Prince of Wales Theatre and had amazing seats.. the sanctuary house hotel was a very nice place to stay and would love to stay there again.

Hotel Review
The Sanctuary House Hotel
London

Great place to stay. The rooms.were clean and comfortable. we had two rooms and we were able to get them right next-door to each other. Would definitely stay there again.

Authenticity & Character
Quaint but modern amenities.
Location
Walking distance to most places
Staff
Staff was very helpful
Cleanliness & Comfort
Rooms were exceptionally clean and comfortable
Activity Reviews
An Evening at the West-End! Tickets to a Show of Your Choice
An Evening at the West-End! Tickets to a Show of Your Choice
London

Excellent show “the book of Mormon“. Our seats were dead center right up front. Lovely theater.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Thames River Cruise
Thames River Cruise
London
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Changing of the Guard Guided Tour
Changing of the Guard Guided Tour
London
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Private tour of Stonehenge from London
Private tour of Stonehenge from London
London
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Tower of London Early Access Tour with Beefeater
Tower of London Early Access Tour with Beefeater
London

The Beefeater was very knowledgeable and interesting. You get a nice history prior to exploring on your own. Love the ravens.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Local specialist: Salomé Deroyer
Salomé
Salomé Deroyer
Local specialist in Lyon | Replied on Aug 19, 2026

Hi Lindsey,
Thank you very much for your review!
I had a lovely time planning this trip for you and your two daughters, so I'm really happy you enjoyed it to the fullest, from the tours, your hotel, to The Book of Mormon West-End show!
Thank you again for traveling with us to London!
All the best,
Salomé & the High Point Holidays Team

Portugal and Proposals: What Dreams Are Made Of
Portugal | Aug 8 - Aug 17, 2026

Michael
Michael K.
Minneapolis, MN | Reviewed on Aug 19, 2026
I chose KimKim for a large moment in my life: my second time overseas, my first time in Portugal, and the only time I'll be proposing. For years I had hoped to travel to Portugal, and over time it became apparent that this was where I should propose to my (previously known as) girlfriend. I count myself BLESSED to have been matched with Tiago, almost as if destiny was pulling the strings. After a few messages back and forth, I could feel the warmth and kindness, and knew I was in good hands.... Read more

I chose KimKim for a large moment in my life: my second time overseas, my first time in Portugal, and the only time I'll be proposing. For years I had hoped to travel to Portugal, and over time it became apparent that this was where I should propose to my (previously known as) girlfriend. I count myself BLESSED to have been matched with Tiago, almost as if destiny was pulling the strings. After a few messages back and forth, I could feel the warmth and kindness, and knew I was in good hands. Tiago listened to how we liked to travel and created a plan with me that would hit all the requirements and create a perfect space for the proposal. In Lisboa, we experienced a sunset cruise with the coolest crew you could meet, experienced a traditional Fado performance in one of the oldest Fado houses, and explored old palaces and beautiful parks with Francisco (also the coolest and kindest guy you could meet). We spent 3 hours driving to Porto with Pedro, and we did not stop talking once. Conversation flowed like honey and the hours blew by. In Porto we had a private cooking lesson with the funniest and coolest chef, Sara Verde, and got to literally get our hands on authentic food (we cut up our own squid). We chose to go in August due to the eclipse passing through, and Porto was the perfect setting for the proposal (it was amazing and she said yes). Last on my bucket list for Portugal was the Azores, and Tiago started us off the first morning with a whale watching tour where we got to see multiple species of dolphins and multiple whales. The rest of the time on the island Tiago really let us explore: each day he had a full itinerary written up that we could pick and choose from. We got to experience beautiful lagoon views from the tops of mountains and beach swimming like we had never experienced: surrounded by cliffs and in the clearest water you've seen. Throughout the trip Tiago was just a message away, and had an arsenal of other helpers that were also invested in us having a great time. We had an amazing trip and loved all the people involved. Thank you, Tiago. And Francisco and Pedro too 😉

Hotel Review
Hotel Lisboa Plaza
Lisbon

This was the best hotel experience I've ever had. It ruined us for all the other hotels. The staff was all amazing and there were so many design details that showed how guests were considered at every step. There were many area that people could relax outside of their room: the lounge, the bar/restaurant, and the terrace. The lounge had a handful of different water options with different infusions, coffee and tea, and nooks to relax in. The restaurant was structured in a way that created different areas that different groups could sit in and feel more private and comfortable. The terrace was on the fifth floor, which provided easy access for private smoke breaks or a breath of fresh air. It was also structured with different nooks and was the most amazing area I've gotten to experience at a hotel. The rooms themselves were also structured with a small hallway separating the bathroom area in a way that felt private and more efficient for the aircon. We ordered room service and it was a great experience. Everything about the hotel drew guests into experiencing its comfort, most hotels make you feel like you want to spend as little time as possible there. I wish every hotel was this one.

Authenticity & Character
It was old world style, but taken better care of than any modern hotel.
Location
It was very close to may things to explore, but being on the ritzy shopping strip did not add any value for us
Staff
Everyone was very kind and welcoming
Cleanliness & Comfort
The A/C was powerful, the secondary door closing off the bathroom area was amazing, and a terrace that you did not have to go out the front door for
Local specialist: Tiago Filipe
Tiago
Tiago Filipe
Local specialist in Lisbon | Replied on Aug 19, 2026

Hi Michael,

Where to start...? Maybe by wondering if ever a review can get any better than this...?

Thank you so very much!!! You're very, very kind!

Glad you had a good time here in Portugal!

Also hoping that you and Nala live a great life together and that Portugal remains in your hearts!!!

I also hope that our paths cross sometime in the future!!

All the best,

Tiago

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