Rock Hotel

Hotels
8.5 (3099 reviews)
3 Europa Road , Gibraltar , gi

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Beautiful views
Cons:
Cleaning issues
High price for value
Food quality problems

Categories

Cleanliness
7.96
Mixed reviews on cleanliness; some issues with past-their-best towels and general maintenance.
Service
9.43
Staff were noted as friendly and helpful in several reviews.
Location
9.47
Great location; many reviews praised the views and proximity.
Room Quality
8.42
Rooms were generally comfortable, but some had issues with air conditioning.
Amenities
8.45
Amenities were good, though some guests noted shortcomings in food selection and service.
Value for Money
7.91
Some reviews critiqued the price for the value received.
Food and Beverage
7.46
Poor quality of some food items noted; breakfast choices were limited.
Overall Experience
8.93
Guests enjoyed their stay overall despite some concerns.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 12:51

Property Description

Historic Charm and Breathtaking Views
Experience the allure of this colonial-style gem perched on the iconic Rock of Gibraltar. With a rich history dating back to 1932 and boasting famous guests like Sir Winston Churchill, the Rock Hotel offers a unique stay with unparalleled vistas of the sea.

Luxurious Amenities and Scenic Dining
Indulge in elegant rooms equipped with modern comforts including satellite TV, tea/coffee facilities, and private bathrooms. Delight in exquisite dining at the hotel's restaurant while soaking in panoramic views of the Bay of Gibraltar, the Spanish mainland, and the Rif Mountains of Morocco.

Relaxation and Exploration
Unwind by the open-air seawater pool set in a tranquil garden or venture to the nearby town center, shopping hub, and botanical gardens. Every moment at Rock Hotel promises a blend of relaxation and discovery.

Ready to immerse yourself in history and luxury? Book your stay at Rock Hotel now!

Important information:

Please note that the pool is closed for bathing from 1 November until 1 April.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
In the event of an early departure, the property will charge you the full amount for your stay.
This property might host on-site functions, so noise may be audible in some rooms.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Nov 1, 2026 until Wed, Mar 31, 2027
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: GIB

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children from 3 years old to 11 years old stay for £25 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Children from 12 years old to 17 years old stay for £50 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 3099 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.96
Service: 9.43
Location: 9.47
Room Quality: 8.42
Amenities: 8.45
Value for Money: 7.91
Food and Beverage: 7.46
Overall Experience: 8.93
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Lara family_with_children es
10
2026-06-26 via Nuitee
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maria solo_traveller pl
3
Pros:

Widok

Cons:

Brak papier toaletowy w łazience

2026-06-25 via Nuitee
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Jan family_with_children gb
6
Long past its best. Needs a lot of work to warrant the prices.
Pros:

View from the room. Lunch on the outside Terrace OK. Pool area was good but across a busy road. Large balcony but no pleasant plants or furnishings on it to make it anywhere you would want to sit for long. Average buffet breakfast.

Cons:

Small room. Bathroom had no room to sit on the loo! Odd that all meals - breakfast, lunch or dinner were essentially just in the only restaurant there was. Expected more facilities in such a well known hotel. Staff a bit brusque at times. No spa or gym.

2026-06-23 via Nuitee
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Gillian couple gb
10
I have already booked again for next year so that says everything! Excellent hotel
Pros:

The decor and friendly staff

Cons:

The big slope outside!

2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Robert solo_traveller gb
9
2026-06-22 via Nuitee
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Patricia extended_group gb
10
Fantastic have booked for next year.
Pros:

Breakfast was expensive for a buffet

Cons:

Plenty on offer but food not hot and no selection of eggs.

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
8
Pros:

Good location, great views, good food and lovely traditional feel. Pool and poolside bar were great

Cons:

Occasional blips in service but very minor

2026-06-21 via Nuitee
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Steve couple gb
7
Tired hotel
Pros:

Great views. Good location

Cons:

Breakfast service was poor. Order a coffee and sometimes it took 10 minutes for that to be brought - even though it is just in a warmed jug on the side. Ordered poached eggs most days. Sometimes had to remind staff that I was waiting 15-20 minutes and clearly the order had been forgotten.
Nice staff but no order to breakfast at all.
I came out at 0830 one morning (not that early) and tables outside had not even been laid, dirty and no cushions on the seats.
The hotel is tired in a lot of places and I wonder if this place now is running on a reputation from the past.
For the cost of staying here for a week, I would not come here again and would try one of the others nearby.

2026-06-20 via Nuitee
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NICHOLAS couple je
6
Falling short on several counts, the view, and the pleasant bar/terrace only partly compensate.
Pros:

The view almost goes without saying - it is definitely the big advantage the hotel has over its competitors in Gibraltar, as the view is unobstructed by new high rise developments.
The room, if dated, is adequate and the bed was reasonably comfortable.
Bar and restaurant service friendly but tends to be disorganised (see below).

Cons:

The staff at reception can be a little unsmiling and unwelcoming, although once engaged they seem to do their best to satisfy enquiries and requests. Extraordinarily, while a hall porter is employed during the week, at weekends (where most changeovers occur) there is nobody specifically to help with heavy baggage.
In our room, a lack of additional touches that many other hotels still provide (a welcome pack, notepad and pencil by the phone, tissue box, shoe polish/needle and thread kit, local tourist magazine, bathrobes to name but a few) suggests corners are cut in the interest of cost control. The shower cubicle floor in our room was discoloured and looked grubby. The towels are among the worst I have experienced, and well in need of replacement. This impression extends to the buffet breakfast where no side plates are available and toast, croissants, rolls have to be placed on a full-sized plate. This is something that I have not encountered before, anywhere, other than during an earlier visit in February. Waiting staff, particularly at breakfast, seem uncoordinated and slow to clear and re-lay tables. Salt and pepper sets are few and far between. A fork, one knife, a dessert spoon and a serviette forms the standard table setting for breakfast and bar meals. Sundry requests (such as for poached eggs) are either forgotten, or delivered so soon that I had scarcely taken a bite from my fruit salad that they were cold by the time they were eaten. Last but not least, the orange juice is awful. A hotel of this standard should provide freshly squeezed orange juice (as I find in other European and UK hotels, many with fewer stars than The Rock).

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Woz84 solo_traveller ae
8
Pros:

Quirky hotel, good dinner in the bar, nice view

Cons:

400m up a very steep hill to get back - impossible with my pregnant sister - had to drive everytime to get into town. Breakfast wasn't worth the cost

2026-06-19 via Nuitee
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Georgina family_with_children gb
7
Hotel little dated, great views and aways from main town - but not too far to get to town.
Pros:

We had two interconnecting rooms, they both were good size with lovely views which were pleasant ever morning.

Cons:

We order from the Bar most nights and the wait for simple things was a joke. Waited 45 mintes for ice cream.

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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John solo_traveller gb
7
Enjoyable location and views,
Pros:

The staff were friendly ,it was clean and comfortable with lovely views of the bay.

Cons:

The hills, but we coped

2026-06-18 via Nuitee
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Kumiko couple jp
8
高級なのに通路はダメ
Pros:

ロケーションはとても良く、バス停から近かった点。お部屋から美しい景色が望めた。夕食も大変美味しく、朝食のビュッフェも種類が多くて良かった。

Cons:

やはりお値段。お食事もなかなかに高級なお値段でした。贅沢な気分を味合わせていただきました。ただ、通路が汚くて、いつまでも、いつまでも、前日の宿泊者のルームサービスの食器や使用済みのタオルやシーツが通路に置きっぱなしになっていて、その前を通るのが本当に嫌でした。(高級感が台無し。普通は新しい客のチェックイン時間には片付いているはず…)また、通路が人感センサーライトの様で、感度が悪いためなかなか点かず、部屋が1番奥の部屋だったので、真っ暗な中をずっと歩かなくてはならず、鍵を閉めようとすると電気が消えてしまったり、スマホのライトを何度つけたことか…廊下は高級ホテルでは無く、安宿以下でした。

2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Lee family_with_children gb
1
2026-06-17 via Nuitee
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Christelle solo_traveller gi
10
Pros:

The pool

2026-06-16 via Nuitee
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Stewart extended_group gb
8
2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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John couple gb
6
Past its best
Pros:

The view

Cons:

It's a bit dated, staff OK but a little terse. Too far from anything to walk to.

2026-06-15 via Nuitee
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Catrin couple gb
9
Great stay for a parkrun
Pros:

Lovely hotel with a great view. We went to attend the local parkrun and it was very convenient. The woman in the breakfast area was really helpful and friendly. We enjoyed using the pool area. The pool was a little bracing but good for a swim

2026-06-14 via Nuitee
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Michael solo_traveller gb
7
Pros:

The location is wonderful giving fantastic views of Gibraltar. Main attractions are easily walkable.
The nearby pool that had recently reopened was fantastic and not too crowded as it was mid April.
The assistance in recommendations of what to see and arranging a taxi after checkout was much appreciated.

Cons:

Unfortunately the price of the room was too high for me to be able to say it was good value for money.
The quality of the breakfast needed some improvement albeit the tea and coffee was very nice.
Some of the areas of the hotel were in need ot refurbishment.

2026-06-13 via Nuitee
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Debbie couple gb
8
Enjoyed but wouldn’t return.
Pros:

Location. Clive who met and greeted us was fab. Very polite, courteous and helpful.

Cons:

Very noisy. Walls were paper thin. Wedding guests singing on balconies until the early hours. Not enough water in rooms (2 small bottles) bearing in mind the hot weather.

2026-06-12 via Nuitee