Tunisia is an African country on the shores of the Mediterranean and Tyrrhenian Seas. Due to its hot climate and authentic architecture, it attracts travelers. The country has long been oppressed by authoritarian politicians, but now it is recovering. Infrastructure is being developed, the standard of living is growing, therefore, rest is becoming more comfortable.
Skanes Serail 4 in Tunisia is one of the 9 most popular four-star hotels. It is located in the city of Monastir in the southeastern part of the country on the Mediterranean coast. The city has an airport, which makes the hotel more attractive to tourists.
How to get there?
Habib Bourguiba Airport is two kilometers from the hotel. You can get there on direct flights from Russia, Germany, Finland, France and other European countries. The second nearest airport is Enfid-Hammamet, located 45 kilometers from the destination. This airport is the largest in Tunisia, so there are always a large number of flights.
After landing, Skanes Serail can be reached by bus or taxi. Transport links in Monastir are established. Other parts of Tunisia can be reached by intercity buses, as well as by train. Blue-striped minibuses in the city are called luages and can serve as an alternative to taxis.
Hotel location
The hotel complex itself looks like the palace of an Arab sheikh thanks to unusual windows, curves and columns. This vacation spot is located close to the beach. Skanes Serail 4in Tunisia is built 200 meters from the seashore. The Mediterranean Sea with blue water can be seen directly from the guests' balconies. Skanes Serail itself, like other hotels, is located in a resort area near the city. This area is called Monastira Skanes. The hotel has a small green area with palm trees and local vegetation.
In different distances from the resort area you can find cafes and restaurants for every taste. Of the sights, there are both historical buildings, for example, a fortress, and modern ones - a hammam and a shopping center. Since Tunisia is a Muslim country, you can also look at the mosque. The main places for walking are the medina with narrow streets and the harbor with pleasure boats.
Numbers
Skanes Serail 4in Tunisia is positioned as a place for family holidays. The renovation in the rooms is neat, but without frills: guests noted that the furniture is no longer new. The largest rooms are designed for people with children. A maximum of 2 adults and 3 kids can live there, for which bunk beds are installedbeds. Windows overlook several locations:
- Sea.
- Garden.
- Route to the city.
- Pool.
- Disco floor.
Rooms with sea views are called Superior. Guests staying in the wing close to the disco area complain about poor sleep due to the noise. The administration is solving this problem by relocating, subject to availability.
Each room has a TV, but only 1 Russian channel. Guests have a private bathroom equipped with a hairdryer. Towels and a key to the safe are provided with a deposit, which is returned at the end of the holiday. The rooms have air conditioning, but it will only be needed during the summer season.
Skanes Serail has WiFi. In the morning, it works well, but by the evening, due to network load, there may be connection problems.
For all guests in the rooms there is a balcony or terrace where you can smoke. Smoking is prohibited only at the reception desk, in other places on the territory it is allowed.
Food
The All inclusive package includes three meals a day in the dining room, drinks, except for hard liquor, afternoon snacks in the form of snacks or ice cream. Since the Muslim religion is the main religion in Tunisia, Skanes Serail 4in Monastir does not offer pork to guests. But they love turkey, chicken, liver and beef. Seafood in the hotel, despite its proximity to the sea, is rarely served. Some guests noted the lack of fruit. Drinking water is issued on coupons for the room.
There are no restaurants in the resort area itself, but they can be reached by any transport. The journey takes about 10 minutes. The closest is La Voile restaurant with varied cuisine. They serve seafood, pizza, pasta and other dishes. Nearby there is a market where you can buy anything. The assortment of fruits is about the same as in Russia, but they are more juicy and rich.
Swimming spots
There is a white sand beach in the resort area. Sun loungers and umbrellas can be used free of charge. The guests noted their sufficient number. The sea is shallow, which is a positive thing when relaxing with children. The coastal area is clean, cleaning usually takes place every two days. There is a bar on the beach where you can make your own drink.
There are two outdoor pools and one heated indoor pool on site, in case you don't want to swim in the sea. Separate swimming pool for children and their comfortable swimming. A relatively new infrastructure facility for Tunisia and Smartline Skanes Serail 4is a water park. It is also free for hotel guests.
He alth treatments can be purchased separately. If desired, guests can visit:
- Turkish bath;
- hot tub;
- sauna;
- spa and wellness center.
Staff
The Tunisian dialect consists of a mixture of Arabic and French. At school, the local population studies 4 languages: French, Arabic, English and one more to choose from. There may be people in the hotel who understand Russian, but at least a littleyou need to know English. Moreover, English will come in handy not only for visiting Skanes Serail 4in Monastir and Tunisia, but also in other countries.
Some Russian guests wrote that the hotel staff is biased towards them because of their nationality. They believed that they were deliberately placed in noisy rooms. However, others did not note this point. Perhaps it's the behavior of the guests themselves. Don't be too arrogant.
As for the maids and cleaning, opinions also differed. Someone was satisfied with the cleanliness of the premises, others argued that you can get a good cleaning only with an additional requirement. In the dining room, some also noted insufficiently clean cutlery. However, the situation could be solved with the help of wet wipes.
Entertainment
The owners of Skanes Serail 4 in Tunisia took care of the fun of their guests. For this, a staff of animators works there. Young men and women conduct fitness classes, aqua aerobics, volleyball and dancing. It shouldn't be boring.
You can go to the dance floor at night. However, it is available not only for guests, but also for others. In case of bad weather, the disco moves to the hotel bar, so the rain will not ruin your plans.
In a state like Tunisia, Skanes Serail Aquapark 4became one of the first water parks on the territory of the hotel complex. It consists of several water slides. Children can take this building for a long time. Of course, in other countries, water parks are usually larger, but in Tunisia and Monastir Skanes Serail Aquapark 4 included in the price.
A golf course, horseback riding, diving and windsurfing are also available for a fee.
For kids
As already mentioned, the hotel is considered family-friendly. Especially for children, there is an outdoor playground and a playroom inside the hotel. Family rooms are suitable for 5 people. Babysitting and childcare services can be purchased separately.
Besides, the sea is quite shallow, there is also a special pool in which the child will feel comfortable. Aquapark at Skanes Serail 4 Monastir in Tunisia was built specifically for children. It was planned to put the structure into operation in the summer of 2018.
For teens, entertainment from animators is quite suitable, as well as table tennis, darts, mini-golf and a tennis court. To learn more about the culture of the country, they can go on excursions.
Attractions
In Monastir you can get acquainted with the history of Tunisia. There are some of the most ancient sights of the state:
- Fortress Ribat Khartem.
- Mausoleum of Khabib Bourguiba.
- Museum of Islamic Art.
- Old City - Medina.
- Mosques.
The fortress of Ribat Khartem was founded in the 8th century by General Khartem ibn Aayun and served first for military and religious purposes. The cemetery of Sidi el Mezeri for honorary soldiers was also founded near the northern wall of the fortress.
The Mausoleum of Habib Bourguiba is a building that impresses with itsarchitecture. It bears the name of the first president of Tunisia. His body was buried there for his contribution to the development of modern Tunisia. Admission is absolutely free.
Tours
According to reviews of Skanes Serail 4in Tunisia, one of the most striking impressions was a tour of the Sahara. It is a two-day stay with a check-in at another hotel. Travelers are told about the people of Tunisia, their religion and ways, while they travel to their destination by bus. On the way, they visit Kairouan, a holy city where pilgrimages take place. Marvelous oases and s alt lakes come across tourists on their way. They can also see s alt production and mirages with their own eyes. The journey through the desert takes place in jeeps, on the second day tourists go to meet the dawn and ride camels or ATVs of their choice.
Another favorite excursion of all is a trip to Carthage. Now there are houses of the richest people in Tunisia, including the president. The ancient city itself consists of ruins, as it was wiped off the face of the earth twice. The guides tell the story of the capture of the city and its significance for empires. Tourists visit the museum, where the remains of busts, statues and utensils are kept. This trip will allow you to learn more about the history of all mankind.
Both tours can be purchased from the hotel representatives.
Impressions
About the hotel Skanes Serail 4Tunisia in Monastir reviews are contradictory. Some people really enjoyed their stay, some were disappointed. In many respects it depends on the initial mood of the person. Travel to another country without knowing Englishalways risky. You need to carefully choose the season for traveling, because they differ in climate and, accordingly, entertainment. In general, the objective shortcomings of Tunisia are as follows:
- Garbage on the streets. Having got rid of authoritarian rule, the population allows itself not to follow the elementary rules of decency. The locals feel they need a firm hand to get disciplined again.
- Service level. Tunisia is a developing state, no matter how hard the staff tries, this business is relatively new for them. Every year the quality of service is improving, but it is inappropriate to compare with other countries.
- Price gouging. Any trader or taxi driver always first names the amount that exceeds the real one. They must be bargained with.
Like any other country, Tunisia has its own specifics. Certainly, there is something to see. Skanes Serail is a growing hotel that cares about its guests and builds new facilities for their comfort.
