Lara Barut Collection is quite simply an exceptional hotel. The standards throughout are impeccable: beautifully maintained grounds, spotless facilities, superb pools and beach areas, excellent bars, outstanding food and an extraordinary range of amenities.
What impressed us most, however, was the staff. They were unfailingly warm, friendly, attentive and professional. Nothing ever seemed too much trouble, and the consistency of service across the entire resort speaks volumes about how well this hotel is managed.
The food was excellent, including the main buffet, which offered tremendous variety and maintained an impressively high standard every day.
My only criticism is the à la carte restaurant reservation system. Securing a table was extremely challenging, with most, if not all, restaurants frequently showing no availability. This often left the buffet as our only realistic option. Thankfully, the buffet was very good, but guests at a resort offering such an impressive collection of restaurants should have a reasonable opportunity to experience them. This is one area that could be improved.
That aside, Lara Barut is genuinely outstanding. The quality, cleanliness, facilities, atmosphere and, above all, the wonderful staff are first class. We had a fantastic stay and would return without hesitation. Highly recommended.