First impressions of Titanic Lara Beach Hotel are good thanks to its excellent location and impressive grounds, but unfortunately the stay itself was disappointing. The rooms felt old and tired, with broken tiles and visible wear that didn’t match the hotel’s 5-star image. The food was another letdown — the buffet was very repetitive, serving almost the same dishes every day. Although the booking was all-inclusive, we were surprised to find extra charges for the other restaurants, which felt misleading. Service in the restaurants was also poor. Dirty plates were often left on the tables and rarely cleared away. Communication was difficult, as most staff did not speak English or French, making even simple requests frustrating. The hotel felt overcrowded, and there were far too few staff to cope with the demand. I genuinely felt sorry for the staff, as they were clearly working hard but overstretched. Facilities were also below standard. None of the jacuzzis were working during our stay, which was very disappointing. Overall, while the location and appearance of Titanic Lara Beach Hotel are strong, the experience was let down by outdated rooms, repetitive food, poor service, overcrowding, and facilities that failed to live up to expectations.