Swimming Pool at the Grafton

[Steve Wooler]

Over the course of this year, various contributors have posted comment in the forum, or sent me direct feedback, saying that the pool at the Grafton Beach Resort looked “dirty” or “unappealing”.

We arrived at the Grafton three days ago and I confess that on first impression, I totally agree with these comments. The pool lacks the clarity that one expects and, in certain light conditions, appears a trifle murky. I can appreciate why one or two visitors have said that they don’t feel inclined to use the pool.

The hotel is now aware of the problem. It is simply a problem with the type of chlorine they are using. Sanitation and Ph levels are perfect and checked twice daily. However, drop some of the chlorine the hotel is using into a glass of clean water and the resultant mix is somewhat ‘milky’. The hotel is taking this issue up with their supplier and will act accordingly.

So, in the interest of fairness, please ignore all comment that the pool is “dirty”. I can assure you that the tests prove it is not.

My full review of the Grafton will follow in due course, but I am delighted to tell you that we have been pleasantly impressed by the hotel and all the guests we have spoken to rate it very highly and say that they would not hesitate to return.