How is Smėlio Vila Apartments rated?

Smėlio Vila Apartments scores 9.5/10 on Booking.com and 4.8/5 on Google.

How many guest reviews were analysed for Smėlio Vila Apartments?

HotelShortlist analysed 67 guest reviews for Smėlio Vila Apartments to build this verified profile.

Is Smėlio Vila Apartments a 3-star hotel?

Yes — Smėlio Vila Apartments is a 3-star property in Palanga.

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HotelShortlist rating

5/5

On the HotelShortlist: meets every one of our quality thresholds in our analysis of guest reviews.

Palanga

Smėlio Vila Apartments

Name: Smėlio Vila Apartments
Address: Palanga

★★★

9.5

Booking score

4.8

Google rating

Total reviews

★★★

Star rating

Highest floor guests reported

Noise mentions

Engine scores ·Location 4.8

Member rate

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Verdict

Is Smėlio Vila Apartments Worth It? The Honest Verdict

9.5/10 Booking.com4.8/5 Google67 reviews read3-star

As of 20 August 2026, 67 guest reviews give Smėlio Vila Apartments 9.5/10 on Booking.com and 4.8/5 on Google.

Most-repeated praise: Exceptional cleanliness throughout apartments with well-maintained interiors and attention to detail like decorative towel arrangements 18 reviews.

Complaints

What Do Guests Complain About at Smėlio Vila Apartments?

Unpleasant odor from bedding requiring immediate attention despite general cleanliness elsewhere
Dirty curtains not meeting basic hygiene standards in otherwise well-maintained property
Insufficient toilet paper and trash bag supplies in rooms causing inconvenience during stays

What guests praise

Smėlio Vila Apartments Reviews — What Guests Actually Say vs the Marketing

Smėlio Vila Apartments sells itself as a 3-star hotel. What guests repeat most:

Exceptional cleanliness throughout apartments with well-maintained interiors and attention to detail like decorative towel arrangements 18 reviews
Ideal family-oriented property with multiple playgrounds (on-site and nearby beach), BBQ areas, mini-football court, and spacious grounds 16 reviews
Prime peaceful location near the Baltic Sea and Palanga Pier, yet close enough to city center attractions without central district noise 14 reviews

Method

How HotelShortlist Researched Smėlio Vila Apartments

We read 67 public guest reviews of Smėlio Vila Apartments, 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 2026-08-20. If you represent Smėlio Vila Apartments and believe something here is wrong, write to members@hotelshortlist.com and we will review it.

What guests love

Exceptional cleanliness throughout apartments with well-maintained interiors and attention to detail like decorative towel arrangements (18×)

Ideal family-oriented property with multiple playgrounds (on-site and nearby beach), BBQ areas, mini-football court, and spacious grounds (16×)

Prime peaceful location near the Baltic Sea and Palanga Pier, yet close enough to city center attractions without central district noise (14×)

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5 more positive findings visible to members.

Watch-outs · 4 recorded

Unpleasant odor from bedding requiring immediate attention despite general cleanliness elsewhere (1×)

Dirty curtains not meeting basic hygiene standards in otherwise well-maintained property (1×)

Insufficient toilet paper and trash bag supplies in rooms causing inconvenience during stays (1×)

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1 more watch-outs are visible to members.

Parking note. Comfortable — Multiple reviews praise ample parking with 8 spaces, automatic gates, and convenient access; no complaints about parking availability or quality.

What guests report

Bed & mattress

Comfortable, well-made beds with quality mattresses praised by guests

Wi-Fi

Works excellently with few users; may slow during peak occupancy

Local knowledge

Automatic gate access with provided key is very convenient for guests with cars

Beach playground is huge and excellent for kids; located just past the hotel's own playground

Second-floor rooms offer more amenities and space than ground-floor options

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Character & facilities

Family facilities

On-site children's playground
Mini-football court
Nearby massive beach playground
BBQ and picnic areas

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