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AX ODYCY - Swimming Pools, Spa, Fitness and Water Park

Qawra Coast Road, Qawra, St. Paul's Bay, Malta, SPB 1902

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Toilet and Changing Facilities

  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There are 9 toilets with adaptations.
    • The toilets with adaptations are located just outside the Deck Restaurant, near the entrance to Keel Restaurant on the lower level of the lobby, near the Sidestreet Bar on the lower level of the seating area, near Minoa Bar on Level 11, near the pool area on Level 11, within the Medusa Sky Bar, within Cheeky Monkey Gastropub, near the Cheeky Monkey Bar and pool area, and within Trattoria Riccardo and Luzzu Restaurants.
    • The transfer space varies between toilets with adaptations.
    • Female and male step-free standard toilet facilities are located just outside the Deck Restaurant, near the entrance to Keel Restaurant on the lower level of the lobby, near the Sidestreet Bar on the lower level of the seating area, near Minoa Bar on Level 11, near the pool area on Level 11, within the Medusa Sky Bar, within Cheeky Monkey Gastropub, near the Cheeky Monkey Bar and pool area, and within the Trattoria Riccardo Restaurant and Mamacita Latino Bar.
  • Changing Facilities View
    • Parent and baby changing facilities are located within the toilets with adaptations that are just outside the Deck Restaurant, near the entrance to Keel Restaurant on the lower level of the lobby, near the Sidestreet Bar on the lower level of the seating area, within Cheeky Monkey Gastropub, near the Cheeky Monkey Bar and pool area, and within the Trattoria Riccardo and Luzzu Restaurants.
  • Washroom and Shower Facilities View
    • Standard shower facilities are located in the changing area for the indoor pool, gym and sauna and also at poolside's.

Pools - Main Pool and Children's Splash Pool, Minoa Pool and Cheeky Monkey Waters

  • Pool 1 View
    • The main pool and children's splash pool are located across the road from the resort and can be accessed via an underpass on Level -1.
    • This is an outdoor pool.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of this area.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the children's splash area.
    • Seating available around the pool includes: chairs with armrests and sun loungers.
    • There is not an emergency alarm poolside.
    • The pool has step-free access via ramp.
    • There are no handrails for the ramp.
    • The following adaptations are available for disabled people: a manual hoist.
    • The pool is not staffed and does not have a lifeguard.
    • Additional facilities include: a children's pool, poolside showers and a bar.
  • Pool 2 View
    • The Minoa pool is located on Level 11.
    • Level 11 is an adults-only area.
    • This is an outdoor pool.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the infinity pools and Jacuzzis.
    • Seating available around the pool includes: sun loungers.
    • There is not an emergency alarm poolside.
    • Access into the water is via 6 steps.
    • There is a central handrail.
    • The handrail is easy to grip.
    • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • The steps are unmarked.
    • The pool is not staffed and does not have a lifeguard.
    • Additional facilities include: jacuzzis, poolside showers and a bar.
  • Pool 3 View
    • The Cheeky Monkey Waters Pool is located on level 1, across the road from the resort.
    • Access is via lift or stairs.
    • This is an outdoor pool.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of this area.
    • The following areas have stepped access: one of the infinity pools.
    • Seating available around the pool includes: sun loungers.
    • There is not an emergency alarm poolside.
    • Access into the water is via 7 steps.
    • There is a central handrail.
    • The handrail is easy to grip.
    • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • The steps are unmarked.
    • The pool is not staffed and does not have a lifeguard.
    • Additional facilities include: poolside showers and a bar.

Water Park

  • The water park is located to the far left hand side of the main pool.
  • The distance to the water park from the main pool is 20m.
  • The most accessible route to the water park has stepped access.
  • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • There are 20 steps into the water park.
  • There are no handrails for the steps.
  • The steps have some clear markings.
  • The height of the steps is not between 15cm and 18cm.
  • The height of the highest step is 19cm.
  • The depth of the steps is between 30cm-45cm.
  • There is not step-free access throughout the water park.
  • Some flooring is patterned.
  • There is background noise.
  • The water park features include: waterslides and a splash park.
  • All slides have stepped access.

Toilets with Adaptations - Level -1 - Main Pool, Children's Splash Pool and Water Park - Right Hand Transfer

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located to the far left hand side of the main pool area, opposite the water park.
    • The distance from the main pool is 30m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial and written text signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 92cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 152cm (width) x 226cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 86cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on top of the cistern.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 51cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 87cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 113cm from the floor.
    • There is a wall mounted towel dispenser.
    • The towel dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The towel dispenser has a medium colour contrast.
    • The towel dispenser is 99cm from the floor.
    • There is not a hand dryer.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
    • There is a facility with left hand transfer adjacent to this toilet.

Toilet with Adaptations - Level 11 - Minoa Pool - Right Hand Transfer

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located on Level 11, near the centre of the roof.
    • The distance from the lift is 10m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 100cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a medium colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 177cm (width) x 217cm (depth).
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 110cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on top of the cistern.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 51cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is located on the dropdown rail.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 84cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 101cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 124cm from the floor.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a low colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey, with unshaded light sources.
  • Shower Facilities View
    • There is a wheel in shower in the cubicle.
    • There is not room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a detachable shower head.
    • The shower controls are lever mixer.
    • There is no shower seat.
    • There is a grab rail for the shower.
    • The grab rail for the shower has a medium colour contrast.
    • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.

Toilet with Adaptations - Level 1 - Cheeky Monkey Waters Pool - Left Hand Transfer

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located across the road from the resort, to the left hand side of the lift on Level 1.
    • The distance from the lift is 1m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has a standard lift.
    • There are manual doors along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • The first manual door is located immediately at the exit to the lift and requires effort to open.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a low colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 96cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a low colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 166cm (width) x 220cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the left as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 102cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on top of the cistern.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a medium colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 52cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 95cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 85cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a low colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 113cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a low colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 95cm from the floor.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin.
    • There is one coat hook.
    • The coat hook is 179cm from the floor.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.

Pools - Level -1 Indoor

  • Pool 1 View
    • The indoor pool is located across the road from the resort and can be accessed via an underpass on level -1.
    • There is ramped access into the pool area after entering.
    • This is an indoor pool.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of this area.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the jacuzzi.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • Seating available around the pool includes: sun loungers and sofas.
    • There is not an emergency alarm poolside.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.
    • Access into the water is via 7 steps.
    • There is a central handrail.
    • The handrail is easy to grip.
    • The steps are unmarked.
    • The pool is not staffed and does not have a lifeguard.
    • Additional facilities include: a jacuzzi and poolside showers.

Gym (Level -1)

  • The gym is located on Level -1, accessed via the main pool area or via the indoor pool.
  • There is step-free level access via lift into the gym.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door opens towards you.
  • The door requires effort to open.
  • The width of the opening is 92cm.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.
  • There is step-free level access throughout.
  • There are no doors to open along circulation routes.
  • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
  • The gym is not staffed.
  • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
  • There is some clear manoeuvring space between equipment (150cm x 150cm).
  • Equipment includes free weights and cable resistance machines.
  • There is not a hearing assistance system.
  • There may be background noise in this room.
  • Lighting levels vary due to the use of large glazed walls.

Sauna (Level -1)

  • Getting Around View
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Sauna View
    • The sauna is located within the male and female changing rooms, to the rear of the gym.
    • The most accessible route to the sauna has a slight ramp.
    • There is a manual door along the most accessible route.
    • There is no signage on or near the door.
    • There is one step to the sauna.
    • There are no handrails for the steps.
    • The step is unmarked.
    • The height of the step is not between 15cm and 18cm.
    • The height of the step is 4cm.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens towards you.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 65cm.
    • The door has a low colour contrast.

Toilet and Shower with Adaptations - Indoor Pool, Gym and Sauna - Right Hand Transfer

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located at the bottom of the ramp, to the right hand side of the gym.
    • The distance from the gym is 10m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has slight ramps.
    • There are manual doors along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is not any signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens inwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 99cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is not a grab rail on the internal door.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 261cm (width) x 255cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet.
    • The lateral transfer space is 182cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a push button flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on top of the cistern.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a high colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 52cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 93cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 89cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a low colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a high colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 118cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 97cm from the floor.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The height of the baby change facility when in use is 92cm.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade and unshaded light sources.
  • Shower Facilities View
    • There is a wheel in shower in the cubicle.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a detachable shower head.
    • The shower controls are lever mixer.
    • There is a flip-down shower seat.
    • The shower seat is 57cm from the floor.
    • There is a grab rail for the shower.
    • The grab rail for the shower has a low colour contrast.
    • There are dropdown rails for the shower.
    • The dropdown rails for the shower have a low colour contrast.

Changing Area - Female - Indoor Pool, Gym and Sauna - (Level -1)

  • Changing Area View
    • The female changing area was surveyed.
    • The changing area surveyed is located at the bottom of the ramp, to the rear of the gym.
    • The distance from the gym is 30m.
    • The most accessible route to the changing area has a slight ramp.
    • There are no doors to open along the most accessible route.
    • There is step-free level access into the changing area.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens towards you.
    • The door requires effort to open.
    • The width of the opening is 90cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • Facilities in this area include: toilets, showers, a changing bench and lockers.
    • There are lockers at a suitable height for a wheelchair user.
  • Toilet Facilities View
    • There is step-free level access to the toilet facilities.
    • Ambulant toilet facilities are not available.
    • Hand washing facilities include: a wash basin and a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
  • Shower Facilities View
    • There is step-free level access to the shower facilities.
    • There is a fixed shower head.
    • The shower controls are twist turn mixer.
    • There is no shower seat.
    • There are no grab rails for the shower.
    • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.

Spa Entrance

  • This entrance is located across the road from the hotel, then down the side road to the right hand side of the spa main entrance.
  • The side road has a steep slope.
  • The approach to the entrance has uneven surfaces.
  • The entrance area is clearly signed.
  • There is a canopy or recess which provides weather protection at the entrance.
  • There is step-free level access at the entrance.
  • There is a single manual door.
  • The door is permanently held open.
  • The width of the opening is 88cm.
  • There is a small lip on the threshold of the opening.
  • The door has a low colour contrast.
  • The main entrance is accessed via 1 step.

Spa

  • About View
    • Facilities available include; a swimming pool, a hot tub, treatment rooms and a toilet with adaptations.
    • The spa has 1 floor.
  • Getting Around View
    • There is step-free level access throughout all areas.
    • Some flooring is patterned.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise.
    • Seating available in the building includes: chairs without armrests.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
  • Reception View
    • There is step-free level access to the reception.
    • The height of the reception desk is 109cm.
    • There is not a lowered section at the desk.
    • The reception has patterned/distracting backgrounds which may affect the ability of someone to lip read.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise in this area.
    • Some flooring is patterned.
    • Lighting levels vary due to the size of the space.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the seating area (150cm x 150cm).
  • Treatment Room View
    • There is step-free level access into the treatment room.
    • There is a single manual door.
    • The door opens away from you.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 90cm.
    • The door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • The treatment table is free standing and height adjustable.
    • The length of the treatment table is 200cm.
    • There is not a hearing assistance system.
    • There is no (or very little) background noise in this room.
    • Lighting levels were low at the time of the survey.
    • Lighting levels are adjustable.

Pools - Spa - Relaxation Pool

  • Pool 1 View
    • The relaxation pool is located through the open doors, opposite the spa reception desk.
    • This is an indoor relaxation pool.
    • There is step-free level access throughout the majority of this area.
    • The following areas have stepped access: the jacuzzi.
    • Access around the pool area may include narrow walkways.
    • Some flooring is shiny.
    • Seating available around the pool includes: chairs with armrests, sun loungers and relaxation beds.
    • There is not an emergency alarm poolside.
    • Lighting levels were uneven at the time of the survey, with pools of light and shade.
    • Access into the water is via 9 steps.
    • There is a handrail on the left going down.
    • The handrail is easy to grip.
    • The handrail covers the flight of stairs throughout its length.
    • The steps are unmarked.
    • The pool is not staffed and does not have a lifeguard.
    • Additional facilities include: a jacuzzi.

Toilet and Shower with Adaptations - Spa - Right Hand Transfer

  • Location View
    • The toilet surveyed is located opposite the spa reception desk.
    • The distance from the spa reception desk is 4m.
  • Route View
    • The most accessible route to the toilet has step-free level access.
    • Doors are held open along the most accessible route.
  • Access View
    • There is step-free level access into the facility.
    • There is pictorial signage on or near the door.
    • The door opens outwards and has a high colour contrast.
    • The door is easy to open.
    • The width of the opening is 87cm.
    • The door has a twist lock.
    • Internally the door has a high colour contrast.
    • There is a grab rail on the internal door, with a high colour contrast.
  • Dimensions and Features View
    • The dimensions of the cubicle are 227cm (width) x 234cm (depth).
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre.
    • There is a lateral transfer space to the right as you face the toilet, however it is obstructed.
    • The lateral transfer space is 193cm (from the side of the toilet pan).
    • There is a lever flush for the toilet.
    • The flush is on the transfer side.
    • There is a horizontal grab rail on the non-transfer side.
    • The horizontal grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a vertical grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The vertical grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • There is a dropdown grab rail on the transfer side.
    • The dropdown grab rail has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet seat is 48cm from the floor.
    • The toilet seat has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet has a padded backrest.
    • The toilet roll holder can be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The toilet roll holder has a low colour contrast.
    • The toilet roll holder is 89cm from the floor.
    • The wash basin has a lever mixer tap.
    • The wash basin and tap cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The wash basin is 74cm from the floor.
    • There are vertical grab rails on both sides of the wash basin.
    • The wash basin grab rails have a varying colour contrast.
    • There is a wall mounted soap dispenser.
    • The soap dispenser cannot be reached when seated on the toilet.
    • The soap dispenser has a low colour contrast.
    • The soap dispenser is 118cm from the floor.
    • There is not a towel dispenser.
    • There is a wall mounted hand dryer which requires hands to be inserted into the top.
    • The hand dryer has a high colour contrast.
    • The hand dryer is 88cm from the floor.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is a mirror.
    • There is no shelf.
    • The cubicle has a waste bin.
    • There are no coat hooks.
    • The walls and floor have a high colour contrast.
    • Lighting levels were even at the time of the survey.
  • Shower Facilities View
    • There is a wheel in shower in the cubicle.
    • There is room for a wheelchair user to manoeuvre in the shower.
    • There is no emergency alarm.
    • There is an adjustable shower head which can also be detached.
    • The shower controls are lever mixer.
    • There is a flip-down shower seat.
    • The shower seat is 49cm from the floor.
    • There are no grab rails for the shower.
    • There are no dropdown rails for the shower.