How is Resort Hotel Elija rated?

Resort Hotel Elija scores 9.1/10 on Booking.com and 4.5/5 on Google.

How many guest reviews were analysed for Resort Hotel Elija?

HotelShortlist analysed 500 guest reviews for Resort Hotel Elija to build this verified profile.

Is Resort Hotel Elija a 4-star hotel?

Yes — Resort Hotel Elija is a 4-star property in Palanga.

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Palanga

Resort Hotel Elija

Name: Resort Hotel Elija
Address: Palanga

★★★★

9.1

Booking score

4.5

Google rating

440

Total reviews

★★★★

Star rating

Highest floor guests reported

Noise mentions

Engine scores ·Location 4.5

Member rate

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Verdict

Is Resort Hotel Elija Worth It? The Honest Verdict

9.1/10 Booking.com4.5/5 Google500 reviews read4-star

As of 21 August 2026, 500 guest reviews give Resort Hotel Elija 9.1/10 on Booking.com and 4.5/5 on Google.

Most-repeated praise: Abundant, high-quality breakfast buffets with diverse fresh options including hot dishes, cold selections, fruits, and unexpected items like mac and cheese. 47 reviews.

Complaints

Noise and Room Complaints at Resort Hotel Elija: Which Rooms to Avoid

Severe sound insulation failures: shared corridors connecting two adjacent rooms allow guests to hear neighbors using toilets, moving, and talking; multiple corridors have minimal or zero acoustic separation. 9 reviews
Disruptive late-night noise from bar and private events held in restaurant until 11 PM–3 AM; management dismisses guest complaints and refuses to relocate affected guests. 7 reviews
Inconsistent and poor quality service from management/administration: rude/dismissive tone, lack of problem-solving, failure to honor commitments, and unprofessional communication via email and phone. 12 reviews

Rooms to avoid

Rooms on restaurant/bar side (noise until 11 PM–midnight and during private events)
Ground floor rooms near shared corridors

What guests praise

Resort Hotel Elija Reviews — What Guests Actually Say vs the Marketing

Resort Hotel Elija sells itself as a 4-star hotel. What guests repeat most:

Abundant, high-quality breakfast buffets with diverse fresh options including hot dishes, cold selections, fruits, and unexpected items like mac and cheese. 47 reviews
Excellent proximity to beach with scenic coastal walk, typically 3–5 minutes on foot, making seaside access effortless. 43 reviews
Beautifully designed interiors featuring distinctive Harley-Davidson motorcycle theme, modern architecture, bright spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows, and tasteful Nordic/contemporary aesthetic. 31 reviews

Method

How HotelShortlist Researched Resort Hotel Elija

We read 500 public guest reviews of Resort Hotel Elija, grouped repeated findings and counted how often each one appears. Pest figures are guest reports, not inspection results. Member-only detail is blurred on this page. Research updated 2026-08-21. If you represent Resort Hotel Elija and believe something here is wrong, write to members@hotelshortlist.com and we will review it.

What guests love

Abundant, high-quality breakfast buffets with diverse fresh options including hot dishes, cold selections, fruits, and unexpected items like mac and cheese. (47×)

Excellent proximity to beach with scenic coastal walk, typically 3–5 minutes on foot, making seaside access effortless. (43×)

Beautifully designed interiors featuring distinctive Harley-Davidson motorcycle theme, modern architecture, bright spaces with floor-to-ceiling windows, and tasteful Nordic/contemporary aesthetic. (31×)

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Watch-outs · 8 recorded

Severe sound insulation failures: shared corridors connecting two adjacent rooms allow guests to hear neighbors using toilets, moving, and talking; multiple corridors have minimal or zero acoustic separation. (9×)

Disruptive late-night noise from bar and private events held in restaurant until 11 PM–3 AM; management dismisses guest complaints and refuses to relocate affected guests. (7×)

Inconsistent and poor quality service from management/administration: rude/dismissive tone, lack of problem-solving, failure to honor commitments, and unprofessional communication via email and phone. (12×)

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Parking note. Adequate — Free private parking available and mentioned positively in multiple reviews, though one review noted difficulty accessing entry gates requiring multiple calls.

What guests report

View

Sea view from some rooms (typically 3–5 minute walk to beach); some rooms face restaurant/bar side with noise exposure

Bed & mattress

Comfortable beds in most rooms; some guests note firm pillows; one report of broken chair leg

Bathroom & water

Mixed reports: some showers have good pressure; odor complaints in some units; hair dryer fixtures dusty; hot water functional but inconsistent water quality reported

Wi-Fi

Stable and reliable internet mentioned positively in one German-language review

Breakfast

Buffet-style breakfast highly praised; abundant, fresh, high-quality variety; hot dishes change daily; quality worth the 4-star rating according to most guests

AC / heating

Air conditioning present in most rooms and functional; some units claim AC is broken/non-functional; one guest reported 30°C heat in room without working AC

Elevator

Unreliable

Local knowledge

Request a room away from the restaurant/bar if you value quiet; bar operates loudly until 11 PM–midnight.

Avoid booking during off-season or weekends if seeking peace; staff behavior and availability inconsistent outside peak times.

Confirm room amenities in writing (kitchen, AC, balcony) before arrival; website descriptions don't always match actual units.

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Room intel

Noisy rooms to avoid

Rooms on restaurant/bar side (noise until 11 PM–midnight and during private events)
Ground floor rooms near shared corridors

Extra charges guests were surprised by

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Character & facilities

Design & character 6% of reviews mention design

Distinctive Harley-Davidson motorcycle theme with biker aesthetic throughout
Modern Nordic/contemporary architecture with floor-to-ceiling windows
Boutique-style hotel with intentional, curated interior design

Family facilities

Children's playground in courtyard
Pet-friendly beach access area
Apartments with multiple rooms suitable for families

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