4 Star Algarve Holidays

DIPDOT O

Big, massive hotel, great room size. Good English breakfast and cereal. However, the pictures online are far from reality on the ground. The room I was in with my partner had a single bed, and we were made to understand that this is how all the rooms are. We requested that the bed arrangement should be changed to a double size. The TV remote wasn't working, which made it a bit of a challenge to either switch the TV on or off. We could only have it either way when we were in bed. The room intercom is not working; you have to go to the reception to pass your message. If you are not careful, if you close the sliding door behind you on the balcony, hotel staff would have to let you back into your room, depending on the time of the lockout. The outside pool was quiet, probably due to the period we visited, but the indoor pool was busy, as the kids and adults enjoyed the indoor splash. As hotel guests, it was also a surprise for me to have to pay €8 to use the gym. Aside from that, should there be an emergency in the gym, there are no clear directions to the emergency exit from the gym. In my opinion, the rating I would give the facility out of 5 is 3.5.

Mark Alexander

Great hotel, brilliant pool. Rooms are decent, beds are comfortable. Balcony is big enough, a pool view would have been better. Check in is after 2pm. Toilet and shower is good. Overall, it’s a good hotel. Pool staff are quite strict, you can’t bring your own food or drinks to the pool.

Joanne O Riordan

We had a fabulous family holiday in August 2024. I was nervous as I booked this hotel before reading reviews and some of the reviews are not positive. But, we have been very pleasantly surprised in the last week. The staff at this hotel are super helpful, reception, bar, restaurant and entertainment staff are all great people who obviously love their jobs. The food was pretty good- very nice toasties beside the pool, we were all inclusive so we had a lot of those. We were limited to certain wines, beers but I think that's normal with self included packages. The hotel room was very spacious , we had a two bed apartment and have two teenagers and a little girl so plenty or room which was really comfortable. The apartment was spotlessly clean and was cleaned every day. The main attraction was the pool, which was huge with great activities every day, aqua aerobics, waterpolo, dancing and also a diving area which had 4 different heights. There was a shortage of umbrellas around the pool but this is also a common problem in most holiday hotels. There is a good Spar shop and a holiday type shop in the reception area and both were reasonably priced. The main negative is the need for repair work in some areas of the hotel. There are some cracked tiles in the corridors and around the pool area. Our patio door lock broke while we were there but the maintenance men had it repaired within an hour. Overall, we had fabulous holiday and I would recommend this hotel. if you look past the need for refurbishment, the hotel has a lot of positives.

Ciara Murphy

Amazing stay at the hotel. The staff during the day and night amazing. So friendly and welcoming ♥️♥️♥️. Highly recommend for families. All inclusive is very good. Food is portugese but still very nice and healthy. Bar food very good for children. Highly recommend. Especially because of staff they are amazing 😊😊👌👌♥️

Sarah Mulvey

Just stayed a week there with my friends. Before I got there after reading the reviews my standards were very low but after arriving I was shocked. The staff were lovely and the facilities were amazing. Our room was lovely, spacious and clean. Honestly nothing bad to say and I would definitely return. Location wise it is right beside a little shopping centre and a taxi was only €3 at most to get to the strip.

Linda Biggin

We are here at the moment, having been here previously more than twice a year and been happy with the room we were allocated, but not this time. I feel we were given one of the smallest rooms available, when asked to change was told fully booked. I know that is not true as I was very observant of available empty rooms during our stay.The room was very dingy and dark and dissapointing, we are used to better.Having said that it was nice to see some of the same staff still there . They were so friendly to us and the food was always lovely, but not always hot. The kebabs are to die for.The cleanliness is so good here cannot fault anything at all apart from our room. My husband is disabled and would like to see walk in showers in some of the rooms.

Eileen Goddard

Absolutely fantastic hotel, the room is lovely we got given a free upgrade so have a pool view. The food choice and quality is excellent and the staff are very friendly. Unfortunately the second half of our trip was very noisy and disruptive due to hordes of under 14's staying for a football competition, they were noisy and every evening till nearly midnight were running around the corridors and banging on doors.

Janet Boak

Lovely hotel, rooms spotless, cleaners work really hard, as do all members of staff. Pool is huge, but cold, mind , you do soon get used to it . Never had a problem getting a sun lounger, loads to go round. 2 restaurants, green for families and blue for adults, plenty of choice , just the odd day the choices weren't to my taste, but, still found something to eat. All in all we had a lovely holiday. If anyone asked me if I would recommend the Alvor Baia, my answer would be, yes absolutely

Shona Laurenson

Fabulous hotel, staff were all very polite and efficient, clean... So clean! Food was good. We did 10 days all inclusive and always found something different. We ate out in Alvor a couple of times too which was nice to have the quiet from the busy dining at the hotel. Pool is huge, it was cold especially first thing in the morning but the kids seemed not to care, the pool can get a bit crowded on some days but we usually always found a lounger if we were late getting down in the morning. The entertainment team were great and full of energy, put on great shows. Kids tried kids club a couple of times and seemed to like the activities and how quiet it was compared to other resorts we have been to. The grounds and kids play area were great. Little shop on the hotel had lots of useful things but there's lots of shops in Alvor and it's worth the walk down as its a beautiful place. We hope to be back sometime.

Emma Sutton

I am still there at the point of putting my review and honestly it's amazing, the service is amazing but everyday when the cleaners come in I find so many ants on the floor by my bed the sofa also looks like it's never been cleaned in the cracks but the workers are so polite and they would gladly start a conversation with you! I'd also recommend going to the beach, it's really beautiful the tides can be big but the sand is lovely loads of seashells if you like to collect them! I would personally recommend going here for a holiday if you have kids at school I'd say book it the day first of any holidays they have off school so it wouldn't be as busy!

Marietje v

We are staying for 2 nights in the Quarteirasol hotel in Quarteira. We visited Portugal already 2 weeks last year so we know what we can expect concerning service, food and accomodation. Unfortunately this hotel is not worth a 4 star ranking. We are used to travel every month to 4 or 5 star ranking hotels but this one is only worth a 2 star ranking. We have a standard room that is small but also extremely dark. When the curtains are closed and all the lights are on, it is still very dark that you can barely see something. (the photo is when the curtains are open but the view is really bad). Only the bathroom is bright enough but here the Windows cannot be opened so it is not possible to get some fresh air in the bathroom. This is really annoying. The hotel has the clean reward but the rooms are not clean enough to receive such a 'clean reward'. The room is definitely not a place to relax since it is really depressing. You better only sleep in the room but the room is not a nice place to relax. We contacted the hotel by mail in advance but we did not receive an answer so this is also poor customer service. I only write a review when a place is very good or bad and unfortunately in this case, I do not recommend this.

Anja Scheck

Be careful with this hotel. Rooms do NOT reflect the pictures on the web site. You are looking at abandoned buildings and have a parcial sea view. The Reception is not helpful to find a solution

Michael Hagman

Pillows and mattresses are comfy. Electric wires are not safe and there are not enough plugs in the rooms, e.g. there was one available for all mobiles and laptops. Breakfast layout was strange and you had to walk around to find things. The coffee was below average.

Debbie Burke

Stayed her for 4 days. Location is not bad. We are one minute walk to the beach. Staff are very friendly. Breakfast is very nice and a lovely choice of breakfast. Rooms are ok. Beds comfortable, TV, hair dryer and fridge. It is in a good location for us. Short stroll to Vilamora. .. as a lot of holidays tourists from vilamora make their way down here for the more reasonable prices of food and drink. A quarteira hotel is worth checking out.... I will be back!

Octy D

The hotel is less than 5 minutes to the beach. Is opposite bus and taxi station. The breakfast is very good. The reception staff and housekeepers easy to talk to if you need something. The housekeeper lady spoke English and Spanish wich was a pleasant surprise ( some hotels the reception staff cannot speak a foreign language). The room was a good size with ocean view. Unfortunately the breakfast staff is very young and they don't speak other languages. I managed to find everything around myself but is nice to communicate when you need to.

Greg Holden

Had a great time, friendly staff, clean and functional apartment style rooms. Couple of small problems with key cards not working on arrival and no bed linen for the pull out sofa beds but these were quickly sorted. Close to shops and amenities and very easy to reach the old town centre, however lots of stairs around the town so not great for disability or young families with buggies. Would recommend!

Lucy Pocknell

Very clean well located hotel. Old town and beach 10 minute walk, downhill from the hotel. Breakfasts are great, plenty to choose from. Pool and surrounding areas very clean and tidy. Apartment room was great, very well equipped, washing machine, cooker, dishwasher, fridge freezer and all crockery etc. Beds very comfortable inc sofa bed. Highly recommend!!

Wojciech Hryniewicz (Wojtek)

Very friendly and helpful staff. The apartment was functional but not great. There was not much wardrobe space to accommodate 5 people. The hotel is very close to the beach and the local bars and restaurants. It is on a hill though and if you have to walk back there a few times you will feel it. We had great time there regardless.

John Bruce

We had the 2 bedroom apartment. Lots of room and good facilities. Staff really friendly. Good location 10 min walk from Old Town, however all steps up/down, but was not an issue Only down side is usual sun bed shortage, many of which needed some repair. Was better in week before schools broke Was worse due to it being shared with the hotels other nearby hotels.

David “Bocka” Stevens

A fantastic hotel ideally located for easy access down the steps into the old town. Our apartment,505,was huge and well equipped for a week's stay. Friendly staff and always cleaning. Pool area ideal,but does get busy in the afternoon as others from sister hotel over the road come over for the shared facilities. Had a room only package,but did see many having breakfast and evening meal,so cater for all.

Trogdor Merfcastle

This is a good hotel, with some significant limitations. The pros: (*) Wonderful location. On top of a cliff with gorgeous views of the beach. Near everything in Albufeira. Really couldn't pick a much better location. (*) A/C works. It can get hot in Albufeira and the AC worked incredibly well. (*) Free breakfast. No joke, this was the best hotel breakfast I've ever had in my life. Everything was fresh. Everything was delicious. I've seen dozens of "free hotel breakfasts" and they are normally not that good, but this was great! (*) Nice pool. It's far from huge, but the pool is nice, with a wonderful view of the beach. (*) Staff was friendly. Staff was always friendly and helpful. (*) Good walks nearby. My wife and I greatly enjoyed all the nice walks nearby. Not only the beach, but the nearby neighborhoods are pretty good. Cons: (*) Beds were horrible. Very uncomfortable. They have the setup with the 2 beds pushed together and it was awful. Not only were they uncomfortable, but they constantly shift. (*) Very small. Hotel room and particularly the bathroom were small. Shower was super-tiny; barely can fit a human. That said, water pressure in the shower was good and it has one of those flexible nozzles, so not too bad. (*) Balcony not really "private". Our room had a balcony with sun beds outside, except it wasn't really private. The fact that pool-goers needed to cross to go to the bathroom is fine; but we had an obnoxious young Brit couple that kept parking in front of our room, blocking our view, and the fat dude kept showing his skinny girlfriend his hard-on right in front of us. We complained to the hotel staff, but they said there was nothing they could do since that area wasn't private. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE! Hotel needs to remedy this - yes, people should be able to cross by to go to the bathroom, but people should not be able to park in front of your room and do whatever they want. (*) A/c thermostat is fake. While it's great the the A/C works, the thermostat on the remote for it is 100% fake. Doesn't matter what temperature you set it to. It only has 2 real settings: on and off. So if you leave it running in the night, eventually it will be 13C / 55F even if you set it to 20C / 68F. Overall, then, our experience at Rocamar was pretty mixed. It was romantic at times and annoying at others. If hotel got more comfortable beds and remedied the 'private balcony' issue, I'd probably give it 5 stars. For now, it's about 3.5 / 5. I'll be generous and round up to 4 due to the wonderful hotel breakfast. That said, we stayed 3 nights - if you're staying a week, I think the uncomfortable beds would be more of an issue.

Kelsey Graham

Booked 3 nights here with a friend after spending most of our trip on hostels. You're definitely paying for the views and the pool. Pool is small and not many loungers but we were able to get a spot on the deck every day we went, and it was a hot busy weekend. The views are incredible and the pool is great. Beds were uncomfortable, felt hard as a rock. Breakfast was decent, lots of options. Staff were always friendly. Great location to the beach and the town, there is tons to see and do. Air conditioning was great. Really enjoyed our stay!

Jayne Webb

Lovely hotel, very clean rooms lovely size, nice large walk in shower and lots of little touches. The only thing was there was no kettle in the room to make drinks, just anespesso machine. We bought a cheap kettle and left it there. Hotel very close to beach and the shops etc of the old town.

María Paz Perinotti

Very expensive, is not worthy!!!!!! Rooms are not clean, they were very dirty. Bedsheets and towels were not changed in 4 days, I had a dirty towel on the floor and they folded it back in the room as if it was a new one. Elevators are constantly out of order. Breakfast is bad, coffee impossible to drink. You have only one hour for breakfast and the staff is constantly rushing you, they were rude.I ended up going to other places to have a proper breakfast. Do not get fool by the 4 stars, feels like 1. I wasted a lot of money here and my vacations were 100% ruined.

Richard Grayson

We booked this hotel as a spontaneous trip through Love Holidays. We had a slight panic following reading the reviews, if we had read the reviews beforehand, it's unlikely we would have booked. Had we not booked, we would have missed out on a simply fantastic hotel. It is perfectly clean, the rooms are serviced daily, we had only positive experiences with the staff, who were very helpful throughout our stay. The food was excellent, the location is perfect & we had a lovely time in Albufeira. We will return to this hotel & cannot wait to do so.

Sandra Parker

Great short break here, hotel, staff, facilities and location are brilliant. Rooms cleaned daily, overall the hotel was clean, airy and welcoming. Right on the beach too with sunbeds available at reasonable price for a whole day. Beach towels available for a deposit which you get back at the end of the holiday. Food was ok, lots of choice, we were on b&b. Great location for getting around plenty of local bars and restaurants close by. Unfortunately the weather was not good so cut break short.

Anna Herbert

I would not give 4 stars to this hotel! The location is excellent. Right on the beach with beautiful views and in the heart of Albufeira. But, We had to stay three nights with hundreds of ants in the room. We checked out of the hotel and went round a different city and guess what? Some ants were in our belongings and came with us!!!!!! Be aware that there is no parking. We did not like the fact that we had to pay $10 deposit for each towel. Shampoos, conditioners and body washes were provided one for each person per day, which was not enough. Seriously? Have a big bottle attached to the wall. Breakfast was ok, nothing special. The older lady at the reception is very rude and arrogant. If you plan to leave the patio doors open to hear the waves, good luck. The people party all night on the beach area until 5-6am.

Paddy

5 Stars for room, service and location. Very impressed with all the staff including the cleaners. The room is of a generous size and clean! The view of the beach is amazing! Air conditioned and less than a minute walk to many great local restaurants.

Amy V

This place deserved 10 stars! The beach was amazing! The location of this hotel is in walking distance to so many different restaurants and bars. I highly recommend staying here! Our whole friend group wants to go back! We will have to plan another trip soon!

Ellen Dawson

Beautiful beachfront property from which you can easily walk to explore Albufeira. They included a bottle of sparkling wine as we were celebrating our honeymoon, which we appreciated. We loved the large balcony overlooking the beach. The hotel rooms were nice and quiet! Another great amenity was that the hotel provides a room in which you can shower after you've checked out.

Myriam Carama

Beautiful hotel in a great location. The room was a nice size with a wardrobe and long counter. The balcony is small, we had a great view. The staff is amazing. Breakfast was buffet style and offered many hot and cold choices. We even had dinner there. Delicious!

Anne Millward

A great hotel for a nice pre Christmas seven night break. Breakfast buffet very good, staff friendly but discreet. Adults only which is a bonus. We went half board which meant a 3 course set menu in the restaurant each evening, food was good. Details of the menu can be seen on the hotel website. Bonus of being green and not requesting housekeeping each day gives a €5 credit towards the bar or restaurant each day, just request this at reception each morning prior to breakfast. We would have preferred a slightly more powerful shower and more efficient air conditioning. The location was fine for us but a little walk to the beach if that's your thing. Fine for us as we hired a car and went out exploring every day. I would return as it was my first visit to the Algarve and I found the scenery lovely, locals friendly and overall was impressed.

PRADEEPA SANAGOLU MAHADEVA

The day we checked in it was all fine until evening it got really hot in the room , kept calling reception to fix and it was like 12 at night the poor guy kept coming and fixing and then suggested to keep the window doors open. The city is loud at night until 2 we couldn’t sleep and then he tried changing our room which took another half an hour and 4 times we and the staff went up and down from 4 th floor just to get that done. The room was then fine . However the hotel never recognised that how our first night in the stay was totally wasted that affected our next day trip too. It was our anniversary and was already informed prior to arrival. Location , breakfast and rooms are great.

Sarah Leadbetter

Just back from my second stay this year and it gets better every time. The adult only pool is such a nice touch especially in the middle of high season. Such a tranquil place to relax and unwind. Beds are huge, spotless & super comfy. The entire hotel is pristine and tasteful, would never think it’s just a short walk to Albufeiras night life. Buffet breakfast was generous and everything was extremely fresh. 10/10 and look forward to returning soon.

ross douglas

Great hotel, great hospitality. great location for the beach. Definitely would stay here again. The staff was so friendly and helpful. The hotel was very clean and tidy credit to all the staff. Also, I had a great jet 2 Thanks again, alex.

Karl English

Adriana Beach Club Hotel Resort Review - November Visit I recently visited the Adriana Beach Club Hotel Resort in November, during the off-season, and was pleasantly surprised by the level of care and service provided, despite the quieter period. The staff at the hotel really go above and beyond, working tirelessly to maintain the grounds and ensure everything is in top condition. The resort is well-kept, and you can tell a lot of effort goes into the upkeep, even when things are slower in the off-season. The views of the Atlantic Ocean from various points around the resort are absolutely stunning. The expansive coastline and the sound of the waves crashing make for a serene and relaxing atmosphere. If you enjoy scenic views, you’ll definitely appreciate the beauty of the location. Access to the beach is via a set of stairs, which can be a bit challenging, especially for those with mobility issues, but the walk down to the sand is well worth it. The beach itself is peaceful and relatively quiet during the off-season, perfect for a relaxing day by the sea. The restaurant facilities were also impressive. The buffet was the only option open during our visit, but it offered a great variety of food, all of which was fresh and tasty. Despite being out of season, the quality and selection of food were still excellent, and the staff were more than willing to accommodate special dietary requests or food preferences if you ask. One downside of visiting during the off-season is that only the main bar and buffet restaurant are open, which means that guests at the far end of the resort (like we were) can find it a bit of a trek. It took us about 10 minutes to walk to the main area for food or drinks, which might be a consideration for those with mobility issues or those who prefer more immediate access. Overall, though, the Adriana Beach Club is a lovely place to stay, and despite the quiet time of year, the staff’s dedication to quality service and maintaining a high standard made our stay enjoyable. I’d recommend it for anyone looking for a peaceful, well-maintained resort with breathtaking views, but perhaps be prepared for a bit of walking if you’re situated at the furthest points of the property.

Sue Smith

A few problems on arrival but sorted fairly swiftly by Sophia, hotel manager and holiday company. Buffet food could be hotter. Good selection but dining areas were exceptionally busy. Nice to eat in 'The Grill' a small restaurant on the complex. This is ideal for families as there appeared to be a variety of activities on offer. I would commend 90% of the staff for their helpfulness. Sadly there is always one that let's things down. The shuttle bus would be more user friendly if it ran so that a morning or afternoon could be spent off resort, rather than all day. There is an additional charge for the bus. Better if included as part of all inclusive offering.

Flavio Antonio Fonseca Pereira

Well it changed a lot. From free drinks to difference between premium and non-premium all inclusive drinks. Rooms are big, but if you have a room near the restaurant than it smells a lot and they are loud. How can you charge a deluxe room price in such condition? A big disgrace. Rooms are very clean and cleaning service is excellent. People in overall are very friendly and child-friendly. Food buffet is great, but it also changed a lot. I miss at the Portuguese buffet. Everyday almost the same. I also noticed the hotel is missing a Portuguese touch in overall. Half of the bar people doesn‘t understand Portuguese and we have to tell them 2-5 the same order. It's kinda annoying. Big plus: Very awesome to be near the beach. Max 5 minute walk.

Kriti Chidambaram-Kharade

AP Adriana has fantastic sprawling (accessible by golf buggies, if needed) grounds. The villa type rooms (none more than 2 stories high) nestled in the curated gardens and proximity to the cliffs and beaches is unparalleled, at least in the Algarve region we were looking into. Where it falls short is describing the room as 'Superior'. Ours was an ordinary room, which the dark blue walls make more depressing. Don't get me wrong, the room has all the necessities (comfy beds and pillows, good lighting, large balcony, plug sockets by the bed), but it's not superior, which is indicative of some manner of luxury. I do want to commend the shower area. It's not a bath tub (a relief to not climb in and out of), nor is it one of those tiny shower cubicles. The shower itself is responsive to temperature and has good water pressure. Unfortunately, there is no ventilator in the bathroom and neither is the mirror anti-fog. The food and drink in the various bars and restaurants are okay. The chef switches up the food menu for each meal, but the interesting drinks at the bar (the ones not from a vending machine) usually form part of the 'All-inclusive Premium', which is €20 extra per day. Otherwise, AP Adriana has great sport and fitness facilities, although it's incredibly difficult to get a booking at the spa - I sent two emails, left a message with the receptionist and still had to go in person to book treatments.

Szabina T

Our start was a bit bumpy as we've got a room where the air-condition had some issues and we've been on the first floor and it wasn't much fun with a stroller but we raised these at the reception and we got a ground floor room on our second day. The receptionists were lovely, especially the guy with the glasses and the tall red-haired lady (we didn't catch their names 😶) The food was amazing. It didn't matter if breakfast, lunch, dinner or even snacks.. I was checking the reviews before we went there and really don't understand, what the issue was for some guests... There were fresh fruits every time, pickled and fresh vegetables, amazing selection of cheese, fish and meats 😋 The guys at the door were amazingly nice. Also special thanks to Catarina, she always had a big smile on her face; and the two guys as well: I think one was Muhammad (I hope I got his name, he didn't really talk much but he always had a big smile and was very polite) and there was another person, he started when we were there, I think on the 6th October, he doesn't really speak English but he was always very polite and he was very friendly with our wee one. I also have to mention the cleaning lady (we were at T103), when she came into our room, our little one was sleeping nearly every time and she tried to be as quiet as possible but still clean our room as we requested. The only - I would say - con was the coffee machine, it's not really available early morning (before breakfast time). We - as a couple in the past - never went to all-inclusive before because we loved to go and explore new places every day; but now with our little one, this place was a perfect choice 😊 We even discussed that at some point we will return to your hotel.

Shambles “BloodyShambles77” Bloody

I stayed here off season and have to say it's fantastic value for money hotel. I stayed in 1 bed apartment and although the inside is a little dated it has everything you need for a comfortable stay. The balcony had a really nice view and check in was very easy and friendly.

Gabriel Dima

Lovely resort in a lovely place. Dos Caneiros beach is at about 25-30 minutes walk but they have a free shuttle to go there an come back as well. They also have a free shuttle to Carvoiero the nearest small town. Members of staff are friendly and polite. I had a great time and I recommend.

Maria Maia

I have had many holidays in Colina da Lapa over the last few years and will continue to use the facilities in the future. The apartments are simple, very clean, and very well-equipped. Any stay I had was always stress-free and a delight. The last holiday I had in the group, I left a gold ring behind on the kitchen counter. After making contact, the Management found the ring and were efficient in dispatching it and keeping contact, that would have been expected and it was refreshing to see. As the object got lost (registered post), Mr. Matos displayed a level of honesty and diligence following up with the Portuguese Post office on my behalf that I have never experienced in my entire life. I highly commend and recommend this place for holidays and I am very grateful for the kind and professional display I have experienced in my dealings with this Group. Thank you.

L Giordano

We booked for a villa for 4 people and was placed in appartments at first. One of the appartments had a leak in the kitchen so it was unusable on the first night. When raising the booking issue the next day, we were forced to pay an extra 260euros to have a villa despite our booking. Once in the villa, it was nicer but we had MANY issues such as dishwasher and over not working, villa kept tripping, pool not switching light off. Reported them immediately to a young man at reception whom is apparently a manager and he didn’t care whatsoever, said he was going to send someone over and he didn’t. Literally, his attitude when reporting was baffling, he could not care less. Such a shame because the residence is nice and the villas are too, we don’t appreciate getting scammed.

Peter Boström

Stayed ten days at Colina da Lapa, wish it was one night! Overall not much was working in the room.Shower working every second day, either no pressure or hot water. Old and dirty. Beds are as hard as the floor, almost impossible to sleep. Kitchen old and dirty. Cuttlery, if you are lucky, you get the same type of glas, knife etc. In general not fresh.Service is almost none. Tried to have breakfast in the restaurant one morning, turned around almost as I came in. Dirty, bad smell, and not fresh what so ever. No lightning during nighttime, easy to fall, especially in the steep stairs. If you can , avoid this hotel!

Angely Castro

My recent stay at this hotel was beyond disappointing. The room was filthy from the start. The shower was dirty, the balcony had not been cleaned in ages, and to top it off, essential equipment like the emergency fire extinguisher was broken—an alarming safety concern. Other equipment, like a broom, was broken too, making it clear that maintenance is not a priority here. Doors in the room were also damaged, adding to the feeling of disrepair. Despite all these issues, the hotel staff offered no real response or compensation. We tried to reach out for a refund or even some sort of compensation, but there was no good responses. To make matters worse, they wanted to clean the room while we were staying there. This was highly uncomfortable, especially since we were hoping to relax. The lack of consideration for guests' comfort was shocking. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a clean, safe, and relaxing environment. Stay somewhere else! Also location only accessible by car

Kyle Roy

The resort is beautiful with many pools, it's a little tricky to get around at first but you get use to it quickly. The first unit (219) we were assigned was right beside the highway and the noise from the street was very loud , this is not what you want to hear when you are on holidays. We asked to be moved and on they provided us a different unit on the following day. It's a little out of the way but we walk all the way to the old town of Albufeira, about a 35 to 40 minute walk. The restaurants on site are O.K. food wise, the service at the Italian restaurant was amazing, they went over and beyond to help celebrate my partners birthday.

Georgia Mai

Great resort. Pools are very beautiful and there are enough that it isn’t too crowded (we came in September/october). Staff were all friendly and resort feels high budget for a great price. Would 10/10 recommend.

Amanda Hyne

Lovely stay very clean fresh towels every day and fresh bedding every 2 days. Plenty of room round pools Also 5 mins either way in taxi to new town and old town.

Eugene Delany

Nice place , great place to relax. Some very nice stuff here and some just okay. They have four pools which is nice The biggest downsite is that the pools I thought too deep for kids in the majority of the pool. The main restaurant is nice The food is nice a little bit higher and price . Put all in all a good 4 out of 5

Stephanie Maldonado

Hotel is located in a great area. As for the hotel. The pictures on their website are misleading. The studio room we reserved had mold in the living area and bathroom. The sheets had stains on them. The bar was never opened. Overall, the hotel needs a serious update and cleaning. The walls and carpet look like they haven't been cleaned in ages.

Nicola McCormack

We chose the Luna for the location and the apartment size, it was spacious for two. It was cleaned every day, comfortable and has all the basic for a week away self catering. The decor is basic but I don't mind if the facilities are good.

Aoife

Stayed as a group of 10 girls for a holiday. Booked through Love Holidays and everything was in order. A few flaws present though such as- as far as I’m aware a deposit wasn’t mentioned when booking but upon arrival when the receptionist realised we were a group each room had to pay a deposit of €300. Only knew about this prior as friend rang ahead. Me and my friend stayed in a room together and we still had to pay the full €300. Think a deposit is reasonable but we weren’t informed. Also believe one of the rooms was broken into via the balcony as no housekeepers had been in and my friend heard talking and people in the room. Hotel didn’t take it seriously which is quite scary for a group of 18 year old girls. Nothing was taken so we believe it might have been other guests messing around. Rooms were clean and well equipped for self catering. Only 5 minute walk from strip which was great. Nice indoor and outdoor pool. Have to wear a swimming cap in the indoor one( purchasable at reception €4) Would stay again if the need arose.

Rachel

From reading previous reviews i was a bit sceptical staying here as 2 young girls however i can’t recommend this hotel enough. The reception area is clean with many common areas to relax in. The rooms were clean and the only noise were from a few people in the corridor at night but not loud enough to complain about. However we didn’t use the facilities such as the pool so no comment on that. Only down side is the wifi doesn’t work and the check in time being 4pm after travelling all day. Overall i would definitely recommend coming from someone who was about to book another hotel after reading the previous reviews from the last couple of months. Is also a straight 25 min walk to the old town and 10-15 from the new town but ubers are cheap.

Jonathan Maylon

We were top floor, rooms were decent to be fair. Everything you needed them to be. Pool was fine, place was busy. Staff friendly, key card stopped working every night. Slightly annoying. All in all a nice, safe hotel. Decent bars local for meals etc and supermarkets nearby

JW

We first stayed here in 2016, and had not returned until this year. nevertheless I always popped in every year to say hello to Bob in reception, who became a good friend. it really felt like coming home and we quickly became friends with most of the other Reception staff. Our apartment was superb, overlooking the pool, with an balcony about 3 quarters of the length of a cricket pitch!

gemma shanley

This was my 3rd time staying here and it will be my last. Our room was located right above the rockline bar which the music went on till at least 4 in the morning. We asked could we move and was told the hotel is booked out which is fair enough. The room for 3 people was tiny definitely not enough space. The room was also very dated and the bathroom wasn't in great shape. How this hotel is still 4 stars is beyond me. We had all inclusive which was a disaster. They had a variety of different food places to eat from but only managed to eat out of one of them cause they were always booked out. There was a place you could get a buffet from but was pretty much the same food every night. Wouldn't recommend going all inclusive if you have kids. There was a restaurant in the hotel but only think I saw it opened one of the ten nights I was staying there. Location is good that's about it .

Clovelly95

Stayed for a week in November in a 1 bedroom apartment. Room was very spacious but in need of modernising a bit. Staff were friendly. Rooms were serviced regularly. Lovely pool area with plenty of loungers.

Hj Jayne

Very poor service and hotel. I’m really not satisfied with how we where treated and the service dealt with us during our stay. There are some good points which I will note toward the end… During our stay I was sat down on the sunbeds around the pool and then went to collect a drink from the bar, by the time I returned my sunbed had been taken and my towel thrown on the floor by the staff, and they explained that there isn’t enough sunbeds for the people in the hotel. And the sunbeds are not allowed to be reserved of which I explained that I’d not reserved them I was sitting on them and went to get a drink. The staff didn’t seem to care that me and my family didn’t have any sunbeds. Yet we noticed numerous other families reserving sunbeds, going all day without anyone sitting on them and then coming to them later on in the afternoon. What I ended up doing was taking my own chair from the balcony and sitting around the pool in that. We also could not sleep because every night there where music blasting out until 2/3 am. Of which we went and complained to reception the receptionist said she’d try to resolve this and never did. This unfortunately really ruined our stay as we were tired in the day and then couldn’t even relax on a sunbed during the day. We were also not informed that on arrival that we need to leave €100 deposits, for any damages. This should have been made more clear. I’ve stayed in hotels with far more expensive rooms and have never had to leave a deposit. However the location of this hotel was good and service at the restaurants were good. But overall not good won’t be staying here again.

Les Church

Rooms are very dated and very are noisy (above a busy bar, blasting out music until 2am). The door on the first room I had didn't even lock! The hotel offers all inclusive, yet has no restaurants and only one bar, which closes at 6pm. You have to use one of the other Muthu owned hotels for food & evening drinks. The hotel boasts 13 different restaurants (at their other hotels); most of these are fully booked well in advance, so the only option is buffet type food, which isn't the best. The drinks are very basic too; long waits at the bar for thimble sized plastic beakers. It's supposed to be 4 star; 2 star would be generous. Do your own research on the Muthu hotel group; I wouldn't recommend staying here, or any of their other hotels in Portugal. I'm sure the hotels outside of Portugal aren't amazing either.

Neil Jones

Terrible experience - on arrival, we discovered the villa (which had a for sale sign on the front gate) has a large smashed double-glazed unit, filthy private pool, soiled sofas, exposed electrical wiring, large areas of cracked render, peeling exterior paint everywhere, litter in the pool, litter on the sun terrace, broken pool loungers, ripped pool liner, broken pool light cowlings, broken outside lights. I didn't let anyone swim in the pool as it was cloudy and filthy and immediately complained to the resort manager, who said the previous guests had caused the damage. So in essence, they knew about the problems but just let us find out for ourselves. I demanded to be moved but was told there was no other accommodation. Their maintenance man put some electrical tape over the cracked window on one side (which promptly fell off) and then tried to revive the pool pump - the pool pictures show the pool after he cleaned it... I have complained for three months to the resort manager (and their head office) and was eventually offered a partial refund, but now, over a month later, they have not refunded the money as agreed and are ignoring my emails and telephone calls. I hope other families read this before experiencing what we went through

Giulia Ladisa

Very nice place to stay. Our apartment was much bigger and nicer than in the booking website pictures, so it was a very nice surprise. Kitchen was fully equipped, all in all very good value for money. We had amazing views of the sea from our terrace. Lagos was 15 minutes drive away. I would come back!

Ioana C

I really enjoyed the place, it’s so rustic and bohemian. The rooms are a little bit outdated, but it’s clean. The big pool has a beautiful view and it’s clean. Decent value for money, take note that pool is a bit far away from some rooms. Friendly staff

Julia Ruane

Stayed here over Easter so it was nice and quiet. The room we were given was far larger than we expected and with the sea view directly outside. For us the location was absolutely perfect. I’ll never forget sitting outside our room looking out to sea, hearing the crashing waves and watching the moon rise. Being able to just walk out of our room and head off to the cliff side walk made us feel like we’re living the millionaire lifestyle too! The room itself wasn’t perfect - a couple of non working bulbs and a broken chair, and overall just a little run down - but nothing about that bothered us. It might if you’re looking for internal luxury but not if you just want a comfortable base for when you’re not out exploring. The staff meanwhile were amazing. Incredibly welcoming, friendly, helpful and made us feel very relaxed. They also went above and beyond afterwards too as my daughter had left her favourite teddy behind. Not only did they find it (which wasn’t easy as it had had a trip to the laundry along with lots of other rooms’ laundry) but they sent it back to us. They didn't have to go to all that trouble but the care and attention they paid to that was reflected in the way we were treated during the whole stay. Will definitely go back.

Ruben Sousa

Long history, short: a disaster and snake oil for the money spent here. To never come-back again. Horrible breakfast without enough staff to provide a dignifying service or at least up to the expectations regarding what you pay for. Miserable rooms, with completely obsolete furniture, without air conditioning, reliable internet (had to really fight for having it functioning). I suggest them to close for a while to invest some really money to renew the facilities otherwise they are digging their own grave. Just trying to forget i had the misfortune of spending some vacations there.

Jodie1234 (Noddy)

I’m not joking when I say this has to be one of the worse hotels Iv stayed in ! What an experience honestly, first of all £300 deposits on the rooms is a joke because they will do whatever they can to keep that room checks “spot checks” , be warned. No balls in pool, no floats or n pool either includes the noodles, what ever you do don’t take food or drink because the security will make you either eat it there or your not coming in… the night time security is a scary little man who absolutely doesn’t believe you stay in the hotel had to basically fight to get to our room then he said was calling police because we was lying!! Don’t expect much from the pool bar either staff are rude and the security round pool is jobs worth ! No chips 🤣! Kids meal is literally chicken nuggets (alone) good luck hell hole don’t have fun it’s not aloud !!

Mark Baldin

Super 5 day stay in November. Only slight issue was the hard, lumpy mattress. But being on my own I could mitigate by sleeping in the middle of a double bed.

ruby davies

hotel itself is nice. good location as only a 5 minute walk to new town and 25 minutes to old town or less than 5 euros for an uber. pool staff and food is lovely. however would definitely not recommend especially if travelling in groups as young adults or teenagers the hotel will charge you a 300 euro deposit on arrival which is only given back on the basis of following certain rules however the security guard is miserable and will find any possible reason to ensure you do receive your deposit back. we spoke to many people staying at the hotel who also were having the same issue of the security guard banging on doors and constantly threatening them of not receiving their deposit back as well as an older couple who were completely shocked that we had to pay a deposit as they did not have to so. we stayed in july and had similar experience as other reviews whereby the security guard accused my friend of lying about staying in the hotel as she accidentally said the wrong room number and spoke rudely towards her in which the following day we received a warning based on apparently being rude to staff which i don't believe was the case but regardless in a previous response from the hotel isnt it acceptable for rude behaviour to be reciprocated? this hotels aim seems to be to ruin holidays and take money.

Sophia Najib

Pretty good rooms obviously not anything too fancy but enough for our short stay. Beds were comfortable, bathrooms were pretty good and pool facilities were decent.

Vlad O'Neal

Had a lovely stay here in April 24 with my 4 year old. The hotel is in a great location, the staff are very friendly and accommodating to any needs or requests. Helped us looks for his lost toy too, and were very interactive with him. The rooms were actually fine, they maybe need a fresh coat of paint, some tiles and handles but actually overall it didn't matter. All kitchen appliances worked, views were nice and away from the noise, and I would highly recommend this place for anybody. Reception is always kept pristine as is the pool. Great location with shops on every corner and a beautiful beach just 10 mins walk away. Will go back again!

Tim Ellershaw

It's a very nice complex. Lovely green spaces with meandering paths between small apartment blocks. Clean and tidy. Multiple small swimming pools spread people so it doesn't feel overwhelming. Would be great for families. We stayed for a week in October, so everything was quiet. We enjoyed the tennis courts and golf course.

Jon

Overall we were happy with the resort. We were self catering and the kitchen was well equipped. The beds were comfortable and the room was clean enough, not spotless but clean enough. To be picky, the rooms felt a little tired and well worn in, but it isn't the ritz and we were not expecting it to be. The pools were great, and the grounds were very well kept. Every member of staff we encountered was very helpful, and pleasant. The place was very quiet at night, and we were able to relax. We were surprised to have have sky tv in our room, including the F1 channel, which as a big fan this was brilliant over the race weekend. To surmise, for the price we paid, we would 100% recommend it.

Danijel Peric

Rooms are clean but need to be taken care of. For example, walls need to be painted (haven't been done in a while, bug stains and other types of stains due to time), equipment changed (loose, used up, old). Buffet for breakfast needs versatility. Every day, 95% of the offer was the same for a week. The gym needs serious attention. Everything is rusty and needs to be cleaned or changed. It was not what I saw on pictures and what I expected. Overall staff is very polite and helpful.

Maria Bailey

We had a 3 bed villa which was lovely and spacious and tastefully furnished/decorated. Great having a dishwasher. washing machine & tumble dryer too! Our only problem with the villa was a foul smell coming from one of the bathrooms whenever we flushed the loo or turned on the shower in the other bathroom! The grounds and pool area closest to us was clean and well maintained. Location is great for peace & quiet, and a nice 10 minute walk from the beach. The only downside (for some) is that it's a taxi ride or a very long walk into the new or old town. All in all, it's great, and I'd stay there again.

Charlotte Dempster

Came to stay 24th August, what a beautiful place and beautiful grounds. I don’t understand why this place has some negative reviews. The grounds were immaculate. The apartment was very nice (we paid for a supreme apartment, with a garden view - however it was overlooking the road which was a bit disappointing) The reception staff were fantastic very helpful and friendly, and made some great recommendations for local activities. The pools were very clean. The food was very nice, for buffet food. The hotel room is a little dated but not overly we found ours to be very clean and we had visits every other day from the cleaners. I would highly recommend- beautiful place

David Ward

Rooms are quite large. In a 1 bedroom apartment, beds are ok, balcony mid sized, has a table and a couple of chairs. Kitchen isn't the best, fridge doesn't have a freezer compartment and looks well aged. Only 2 hobs and a microwave. There's a toaster and a kettle, that the maid disinfected with very strong disinfectant! Pretty well situated around 500 metres from the strip with a few bars and restaurants near. Pool and sunbathing area are decent, snack bar is OK with a happy hour between 5-7pm, beers are €2 then Breakfast isn't the best with most of the food being just warm, they will microwave it for you. Overall, not the best and not the worst.

Emma birkett

Really good value. Huge apartments with large pool area. Very clean and well maintained though furnishings a bit dated. Staff are all friendly and helpful. Great location.

padraic scully

Nice apartments. Very spacious and clean.little outdated but still nice.Staff friendly and very helpful. Great snack bar by the pool and reasonable prices.

N K

Nice hotel, tho very dated but clean and spacious. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room was cleaned everyday and towels changed apart from Sunday.

Mark Taylor

Friendly staff. Great snack bar by the pool. Family run snack bar. Very friendly. Family owned bar in the hotel. Rubin, Barbara, and Rubin's son. Great time had. Will return

Miranda Markle

Overall this place was fine. But definitely not 4 stars or worth what we paid. Clean enough, friendly staff, great location. But the rooms were bare minimum and outdated. The beds/pillows were awful - felt like sleeping on a cardboard box. There were also lots of ants in our room and one of our AC units didn’t work.

dom j

Incredible collection of small apartment style rooms, very traditional, yet considerably outdated. We did have a few difficulties with room bookings which resulted in a room switch once we’d already settled in, however, the views and placement really made up for any issues we experienced.

Marino Davison

Stayed here in October I have no issues with the hotel it's lovely and in a perfect spot the reason for my 1 star rating is the fact they have stolen my deposit I left with them for the car I hired off them I was promised my deposit back within a few days of me handing the keys in the deposit was €300 now the car did get left with a flat tyre and I understand that would be taken from my deposit but I've received no receipts of work done on the car I've emailed them multiple times with no response whatsoever I think this is outrages and unfortunately I will never stay at this hotel again there is plenty of other lovely hotels in the area I will use one of those on my next visit.

Saba Fairooz

Our experience in this hotel at the begging seemed very good, the pools are clean and the staff is very polite. However, the Wi-Fi does not work properly, and we have found BED BUGS on the floor and on the mattresses. Once complained about it to the staff, not only they have not apologised, but not even try to fix the issue. The only option they have offered us is changing rooms, which does not help since bed bugs can attach to clothes, meaning that they could go in the other rooms too. We have asked for kettle or any type of help for washing our clothes ( since they have to be washed with very hot water ), but even then no proper help was provided. This was supposed to be a holiday, now unfortunately turned into a nightmare.

Marian De Leon Lopez

First of all some of the staff are really nice and welcoming. The experience we had was terrible and I warn people to not come to this hotel, me and my friends we had bedbugs in all the rooms, when we informed the boy and the reception he couldn’t do anything since the manager was not working and was coming the next week, they didn’t even apologise for it and couldn’t even offer a laundry cleaning for our clothes that were infected with bedbugs, also when we asked for a kettle so we could put our clothes ourselves in boiling water so when could kill the bedbugs that this hotel brought us, the guy couldn’t even give it to us. This experience in this hotel has been horrible, horrendous, ridiculous and disgusting do not even think to come here, really bad

Eve Rooney

Great location. Great accommodation. Maid service every day. Very clean. Book private transfer to get to places rather than taxi. Much cheaper. Zoomarine is a great place to visit for anyone. It has pirate and dolphin show plus rides and a pool.

Michel van Falier

We had a great stay. The location is perfect right at the beach, city center at 15min walk. Rooms are spacious and very clean. Cleaning was done daily. Cant really think of anything that was not in order, would love to come back for sure. 5 stars from me 😀

Stephanie Coughlin

Room was clean and the pull out couch wasn't too bad. Loved being so close to the beach and the walking path. We used the little shop that is on the premise a few times for snacks. The indoor pool was amazing, spent so much time there. Not sure if the water was 28 degrees but it didn't take too long to get use to the water. But the outdoor pool was hands down the coldest pool ever (and not in a refreshing way after a long hot day in the sun). We were there the last weekend in May. Really wish they had invested in a heated pool. Never put more than a toe in the big pool. Even the kids shallower pool was an iceberg. Luckily the indoor pool saved the experience.

Ravel

The hotel is very close to the beach and the Pools are good. However the food was extremly bland, covered in koriander and overal lacking in options. Hot meals were served lukewarm at best. Dinner tables are set with drinking glasses but no drinks were included, not even water. You had to order drinks seperatly which is done by bringing you a new glass with your drink order meaning there were always unused mystery glasses on each table. Furthermore the drinks menu had both dinner and breakfast options listed and staff refused to bring out drinks from the menu not corresponding to the mealtime (for example no Juices during dinner). Lastly the staff would play music trough the speakers (loudly) connecting their personal phones so you would even hear their social app pings from messages, and they would stand close behind you, watching, waiting for you to empty a plate so it could be taken away making us feel rushed. We used the hotel as a base to explore the area but it wasn't something we would recommend.

Super Sophia73

Great apartments, we have a one bedroom apartment as was told they have 2 cooking rings so when I arrived and we had 4 I was over the moon 😀 Apartments are cleaned and fresh towels daily - absolutely amazing job. There's a small shop on the complex that sells a good range of things and cooks fresh bread each day. There are 3 pools, although a warning- the main pool is 2.5m deep the whole way across (no shallow end). I think there should be a visible warning put up for this for the less confident swimmers. Loungers aren't a problem to get, usually fairly quiet around the pool. Luckily not many people were trying to reserve them. We'd usually get to the pool for about 10am and could pretty much take our pick of all the loungers. The pool bar opens anywhere from 11.30- 12.30 and shuts at from around 5-6pm as it's the same staff that does the breakfast and dinner service in the restaurant- Pedro and Daniel do a fab job. Aldi and Lidl are a 35min walk away/ 5mins in car and Praia da Rocha is a 15min walk where it is more lively. The beach is very busy but there is a great restaurant just on the right-hand side as you go down to the beach. Overall a fab place to stay and I would come back again.

Graeme Oldham

Great little hotel. Fantastic location, very clean and friendly staff. We stayed in room 405 which was excellent, large balcony, spacious bathroom with a powerful hot shower. The breakfast area is small so you can get in each others way while serving yourself, the options of food is limited but enough variety and very tasty. Staff are friendly and are always busy.

neale brown

Nice hotel and in quite good central location. Sun beds are at a bit of a premium and the hotel bar was a bit sparse. Nice and clean enjoyed the break.

Wayne Spencer

We booked for 10 nights on line. We were impressed with the on line description which matched the reality of the hotel on arrival. Hotel desk staff were most helpful throughout our stay. Room cleanup personnel we're excellent attending to all details and leaving the room immaculate. The morning breakfast has a tremendous variety of tasty hot and cold choices. Parking is included and a selection of items available at the desk. The hotel is well situated and is a two minute walk from the Alvor Village.

Siobhan Boyle

Myself and my husband just back from a few weeks away.stay at this hotel. It's a great hotel cause you are 2 min walk to alvor centre.hotel staff are very friendly and will help when ever.the only down side is.if you book a standard room you are not guaranteed a balcony. Unless you ask when booking you could end up with balcony. So check first.secondly sun longers not enough of them and need new badly.some of the ones there broke.so check first.if going for breakfast don't leave your towel out.they walk around pool in the morning and lift towels when you are at brekkie.they give you 15 mins.but would definitely go back.just need to sort out a couple of thinking. Would recommend it so easy to town.

Buda Dangol

I had an outstanding stay at the Aqua Hotel Alvor Jardim! The hotel greets you with its modern aesthetic and a warm, welcoming staff. The studio room where I stayed was exceptionally well-appointed, featuring plush bedding, a well-equipped kitchen, and a comfortable living room, perfect for longer stays. The inclusion of a TV with a variety of channels added an extra layer of comfort to our evenings. The hotel is superbly located, just a short stroll from the picturesque village of Alvor and its beautiful beaches. Breakfast was a highlight, not only because of the wide array of fresh, tasty options but also due to João, who was incredibly helpful, ensuring that every morning started off just right. The pool area was lively and inviting, a great spot to enjoy the sun and meet other travelers. With its bustling, friendly atmosphere, it added a fun social element to our stay. Overall, my time at the Aqua Hotel Alvor Jardim was nothing short of fantastic. It’s an excellent choice for anyone looking to experience the Algarve with all the comforts of a modern, well-equipped base. Highly recommended!

John Barrett

The staff have been amazing and helpful with everything from left luggage to booking trips. The room was a deluxe and was massive there was more space than 2 people could need. As for location it is perfect 5 minutes to the beach and in the middle between the old town and the strip both around a 15-20 minute walk.

Robert Brookes

Should have visited this hotel in 2020 didn't make it due to COVID glad we finally got there this hotel is approximately 15 minutes walk from the old town and approximately 35 minutes to the new town ie the strip. The hotel is clean warm with friendly staff our room 122 overlooked the pool and had a sea view as well it was cleaned every day faultless snack bar was reasonable priced good food and drink main bar was also good but excellent happy 2 hour's only thing to note is that the hotel is cash only which in itself is not a problem if we had been told about this before arriving but would recommend this lovely hotel

Diane Weston

The apartment was roomy and had everything you needed. The staff were lovely and went above and beyond. We loved the traditional details such as0 dark wood, mirrors and ceramic tiles, it was well maintained and spotless. Great indoor and outdoor pool (brrr cold!) Diane Weston.

Sally Logan

This was the first holiday in a number of years. We couldn't have found a more perfect hotel. It was close to both the Strip and the Old Town both within walking distance but a little hilly. There was a supermarket and fast food place very close to the hotel so if your are doing self-catering you will have plenty of choice. It was my birthday and I received a bottle of Cava from the hotel management. We will go back again. Loved it.

Steven “Oldyin56” Ross

Booked for our 40th anniversary. Hotel is very clean and quiet, except for a couple of days where work was being done up top and the drilling noise was really annoying with no notice of this happening. Our room was at the back and we could hear trolleys being trundled over the cobblestones which was quite noisy as well. The room has a TV, kettle, toaster, cooker (no oven) and a microwave which wasn't working. The staff were really friendly and very helpful. A huge shout out to the guy on the desk (sorry I didn't get his name) for booking us on a boat trip to the caves and also getting us a taxi. He explained exactly where to go and what to look for. Right next door to Briso Sol is the Riviera restaurant with a patisserie. This was incredible and very reasonably priced. Really popular with visitors and locals Two minutes walk away is the local mall with a brilliant supermarket on two floors, eateries up top and various stores. Across the road is a great choice of restaurants but be aware you have to climb stairs to get to them. The old town is about a 30 minute walk. Again, be aware it's all downhill so you have quite a climb to get back. There are loads of shops, cafes and restaurants to choose from but I found a lot of the shops sold similar goods.

Nikodem Marczak

The hotel's location is truly great and offers an amazing view of the waterfront and the city of Portimao. The rooms are clean and tidy. The staff is very friendly and helpful. We can't rate the food as we ate out in the city instead of at the hotel. My wife requested a surprise for my birthday, and the hotel did a fantastic job.

Julia Rowley

We enjoyed a week here in a one bedroom family apartment. The grounds and pool area are well looked after and kept clean and tidy. The pool was a good size, and was very quiet when we went (October) with plenty of sun lounger availability. It's a 5-10 minute walk into Ferragudo, and we also got Bolt taxis around most days, and explored Praia da Rocha, Algar Seco, Carvoeiro, Alvor & Albufera, which were all reachable for a day out. We ate at the snack bar several times which we enjoyed, although the consistency in the food wasn't quite there (ordering the same food -toasty- but it was presented completely differently on different days). Drinks and food were very reasonably priced. Hotel shop - I haven't seen a shop this empty since COVID!! It did have the absolute bare essentials but don't rely on this to stock up your kitchen! The book swap area was a lovely idea. It would be nice to perhaps have some games that can be hired out, as there wasn't much to do on a rainy day. Overall we would definitely return and had a great week here.

Theo Cuerden

The mini marked was so understocked! The food was ok but pizza was greasy. The rooms were surprisingly good and very comfy. No one told us that we had to get coffee pods from the reception so keep that in mind. Overall it was ok but I would not come or chose to come here again in the nicest way possible Xx

Michal Apolinarski

We were there in 2019 for 2 weeks. The hotel has a great location, in the form of a housing estate, on a small hill. The rooms are fully equipped apartments (ours was approx. 60 sq m). In the hotel you will find 2 swimming pools, a playground and a great restaurant (see photos). The staff was very helpful, e.g. when renting a car. We recommend this place and the town of Ferragudo.

Mark Prior

Excellent. Great location and facilties. Beautiful outdoor pool and surroundings. Easy parking. Rooms are airy and roomy. Strong recommend.

Samira Shams

The hotel service staff are awful. They are racists and treat you with disrespect. I felt very attacked by one of them and they never made us feel welcomed at home. It was a horrible experience. We will never return here again and I highly recommend you do not look into booking your stay here. This place made our trip sour and we felt discriminated because we were people of colour. Please go anywhere but here!!

Na To van

We have been nicely welcomed by the lady from the reception, friendly and welcoming.. It was only for one night but we really enjoyed the stay and the environment.. The breakfast buffet was very good and the staff was very friendly and lovely.. really enjoyed our short stay and would definitely come back..

Esther Ngai

The lady at the reception was not welcoming at all. It seemed our arrival just bothered her. The size of the room is fine but provided nothing at all, not even a plastic cup. The bathroom was dark. The TV has only 6 channels. No heating and the room was cold. The breakfast was poor. For two persons two bread and two small croissants and a little bit of ham and cheese. At least the lady who prepared the breakfast was nice.

jackie Clampitt

Lovely place but not close to anywhere! Need a car but all clean and gardens kept lovely. Very rude lady on check in no welcome at all! Your room is not ready sit there. not what you need after a 12 hour journey to get there. A nice welcome is a great start no one spoke to us at all after check in.

Antoine Mayer

Breakfast is disappointing, croissants are dry and not fresh,eggs are nowhere to be found. Bread is tasteless. The cleaning of the room is not done everyday, you don't get new towels during your stay. Wifi only availabe at the reception. Paying by credit-card was refused in first place due to a apparently broken machine, but when you insist it magicaly works. Staff was sick when working, one person was sneezing all over the reception. Room was stinking, refigerator very lood Location is in the middle of nowhere.

Joanne Nicholas

We stayed here as a family of 8. It had everything we needed. Some of the rooms/apartments are looking a little run down Most of the staff were friendly and helpful. The food available was brilliant. The kids loved the pool (there are 3 outdoor pools). There are some good restaurants within walking distance and the town is 10 minutes by taxi. We would stay again.

Sonia Bal

I stayed with my family, who have a villa within the village. It's a bungalow style villa that is just a beautiful getaway. The resort has so much to offer, swimming pools, tennis courts and gym. Various restaurants and grocery store on the grounds.

Konstantin

Fantastic family resort with great location and amenities! We had a very spacious 2 bedroom lower floor apartment with a lovely garden view. Resort is well maintained and clean. Taxi service is very affordable through the Bolt app, and there are lots of places to visit nearby. We would highly recommend this resort for families who are seeking a quiet place with many nearby activities and places to visit.

Lasse Gustafsson

The rooms/villas are ok nothing bad but also nothing special. We had 3 similar rooms/ villas within the family. The area is nice and quiet, the facilities are varied and good. Tennis, ping-pong tables, pools and so on. The massage stand in the pool area where you can choose different Thai or Swedish massage is affordable and really good! Recommend a treatment there. I tried 2 different. The staff is friendly and helpful. The bar in the pool area is great for something during the day and the local bar is extra nice the days they have live music.

Anass Toma

I recently stayed for four nights in a beautiful house in May. Here are some insights from my experience: - This was not a hotel; there are no rooms, only houses of various shapes and sizes. Each house comes with a balcony or/and rooftop, providing an amazing atmosphere. We were fortunate to have a view of the ocean from both our balcony and rooftop. - You cannot choose the specific house, so the furniture and decorations can vary. The furniture in our house was old, and better options could be available in other houses. - The location is peaceful and quiet but far from the nearest town. If you plan to visit different beaches, explore the coast, visit other cities, or dine at restaurants regularly, you definitely need a car. - The receptionists could be more helpful. - The cleanliness of the house before our arrival and during the stay could be better. They do change the towels and collect the rubbish every other day. - Be careful with keeping the doors and windows open after the sunset because hundreds of different types of insects will invade the house.

Catalina Price

We stayed at this hotel on September 25th 2024. We were hesitant to book because of the mixed reviews, many being quite negative. But our experience was 100% positive. The room was spacious and clean. The breakfast had enough good choices. The front desk service was great - we are especially thankful to Maria Monteiro who gave us some very useful advice.

Balraj Singh Dhanju

I would say not the best but good for the money you spend. Breakfast is good and restaurants chefs were kind enough to offer more options for the kids. They need to upgrade the furniture in the rooms to make it look more modern and better.

Shambles “BloodyShambles77” Bloody

Great. Fantastic. Perfect. I'm so happy I stayed here. Best hotel of my trip thus far.

rui victorino

I recently had the pleasure of staying at Navegadores Hotel in Monte Gordo, and I can't express enough how delightful my experience was. The rooms were spotless, reflecting a high standard of cleanliness that truly impressed me. The staff was incredibly helpful, always going above and beyond to ensure my comfort and satisfaction throughout my stay. One of the standout highlights was the excellent breakfast offered at the hotel. A wide variety of delicious options catered to different tastes, and the quality of the food was exceptional. The inviting ambiance of the breakfast area added to the overall positive experience. I highly recommend Navegadores Hotel to anyone looking for a top-notch accommodation in Monte Gordo. It's a place where cleanliness, attentive staff, and a delightful breakfast come together to create a memorable and enjoyable stay.

Christian Jedro

Breakfast not really good - tomatos had no flavor at all. Coffee was just horrible. There was only tap water - you have to pay for real water. As we went there as two young couples i have to say this was not really for us as there were only old people and families. Our rooms were okay but nothing special. The best thing is the bar and its personell, they all have been very skilled - recommending the Cocktails!

Sophie M

Really don't understand these negative reviews!!! We visited as a family of 4 with my husbands parents and had a wonderful time! The apartments are so modern and clean, perfect location, friendly and helpful staff and very very spacious! We had a 3 bed apartment, it has two balconies, an ensuite, a main bathroom, lounge and kitchen. Such great value! Would definitely recommend! Only £30 deposit for families, I think the visitors who have been charged huge deposits and hen and stag dos that the hotel is trying to deter from coming to stay!

Anthony Dempsey

Mixed reviews (We'd booked and paid before reading them) I don't usually leave detailed reviews but I'll try address what iv read in prev reviews Reception: Staff where very pleasant. Told our room wouldn't be ready till after 4pm. We where there at 12midday. But fortunately they called me to say it was ready around 2.30pm while we were getting something to eat so wasn't to bad. Deposits: Appears stags/hens/groups have to pay the €250pp deposit I went as a family (my partner and 2 kids) which was only a total of €30 so not bad for us at all. End of stay returned deposit there and then so no issues whatsoever. Pool area/security guard: Pool and bar was fine although definitely could do with more sun loungers..we spent couple days on towels on the grass but this didn't bother us. The security guard was pleasant enough kept to himself mostly. I did see him send some people to the "other pool" because they wanted to use inflatables. They didn't seem happy about it but I wouldn't say he was rude in his request. His demena may be different with stag/hen groups but I didn't experience this so can't judge. Food at the pool bar was fine. But I'd advise if getting drinks just take 2 mins and run the shop €7 for a cider at the bar. €1.85 for a cold can from the shop fridges.. just stock up take them to your lounger. Room: We stayed in block 9 Room was fine. Decent aircon. Clean. Everythin you need for a short stay. Modern bathroom. Small balcony though and right next to the neighbours so never used this. Biggest problem for us though was definitely the noise.. The slamming of doors from other guests or maids would rattle through the hallways into the room. Some of the apartments in our block where privately owned or from a company not run through the hotel. The room next door had a dog that would not shut the £*#& up. All day. All night. Would get left on the balcony just yapping away. Could see other guests who where staying opposite pointing and unhappy about it. Trying to get kids to sleep and that's all you could hear was hard work! And one night they decided to try their hand at karaoke.. listen I have nothing against a bit of karaoke, getting drunk and making a fool out of yourself. Been there many times myself, but at the bar! Screaming the whole complex down in an apartment room at 10pm was horrendous. Room above scraping furniture for days! None of us got more than 5 hours of sleep a day. So this was a nightmare with the kids. I had spoken to staff about it and as soon as I mentioned the dog they knew. Numerous people had complained but as thought this was a privately owned apartment so hotel was unable to do anything about it. Even so I think measures should be put in place to at least alleviate these issues. Maids/cleaning: No problem here whatsoever. Besides being a tad loud they wer pleasant and thorough. Towels every 3 days. Cleaned every day as stated. Location: Great! One of the only running themes from previous reviews. Nice stroll to the beach. Close to bars and restaurants which was ideal. Note: Avoid Solcaffé: they massively overcharged us for breakfast and didn't provide a receipt just walked to the table and said how much we owed.. only orded egg on toast. And jam toast and apple juice for the kids. And was more expensive than evening meals we were getting. Worked out on menu at least €20 overcharge Recommend places to eat: Laras Plaice, La Brezza and Teasers we had great food and drinks @ these places, friendly staff and well priced. Overall can't say the place is as bad as its made out In reviews. Would I stay again.. if I was promised a room without screaching dogs as neighbours then yea definitely. But as that's not a choice I'd have then I probably wouldn't stay again. Lack of sleep was definitely enough to put us off especially having a 9month and 3 year old to try battle to sleep. Might be a different story if didn't take the kids Hopefully this may help people gain a clearer image of what's on offer here

Lauren O' Reilly

AVOID. Lovely hotel/apartments/pool and great location but they're basically running a scam. They charge an outrageous security deposit of 250 per person and then refuse to return a large chunk of it because they have to change the towels and bedsheets? They are now not responding to any of our emails where we've asked them to send us the contract where it states they charge for this. I have never heard of a hotel charging for changing sheets and towels, this is something that needs to be done every time a guest checks out. Great location and lovely place to stay but I would avoid for this scam alone.

Rachel Leach

Fabulous hotel! 5 of us visited this hotel a few weeks ago and despite reading a few not so good reviews were very happy with our stay. We were welcomed by professional friendly Reception staff who were efficient, and caring! We were allowed to check in early with our luggage and as we had had not much sleep this was very welcome! The room was spacious clean and bright and everything we needed was available. There were fresh towels every day and the beds were made up every day! Impressed! The breakfast is top notch and a vast selection of all fruits (although no bananas) meats cooked breakfast cakes cereals all juices you can think of and lovely tea/coffee! The staff are lovely! The amenities are close by the beach is ten minutes away and beautiful with bar toilets etc. Is quite cheap to eat out too and so many restaurants to choose from. We visited kareoke bars. The Old Town we visited and gift shops are so good full of amazing things! We did an all day coach tour where we went to highest point in Albufeira absolutely breathtaking! Also highlight was our boat trip which was professional informative fun and we had bbq on the beach! The dingys were quite an experience! The hotel staff helped us organise too. Overall a fabulous fun amazing holiday. Full of everything with best friends. Would thoroughly recommend!

James

Stayed for 6 days in September. Was within the realms of expectations if not arguably a little expensive for what it is. What I believe is the hotel nearby runs/owns quite a large number of these similar apartments blocks around the nearby street. Apartments all look pleasant from outside and are all well maintained. Comparing ours to others I suspect some have been modernised but ours hadn't. It was probably done in the 90s but everything was clean and worked. Ac strong, bed comfortable. Area notwithstanding the odd stag or hen group is quiet but rooms don't have alot of sound insulation between them so if you have noisey neighbours or want a lie in past 9am when the cleaners start you may want to consider. Having said that I'm a light sleeper and with the aid of some ear plugs I had undisturbed sleep throughout. Key benefit of these apartments is proximity to a nice part of the beach. We used the quieter of 2 pools a couple of times which was fine (pool with bar was cramped and full of idiots) Would i stay again? Yes if price was right and I happened to need to come back to albufeira (which I doubt).

Adrianna

The most perfect accommodation! If you think it cannot be better, they go far and beyond your expectations. The birthday gift in a room was the nicest thing I’ve ever experienced. The breakfast is one of the best!

Christoph Lindemann (HausmarkeTV)

I’ve been there many times now for Erasmus seminars and it almost feels like home to me. Great rooms, super nice staff and amazing food. The location is a perfect starting point to reach the nicest places of the Algarve.

Jean Green

Absolutely lovely hotel, staff excellent, location of hotel outstanding, right on the river. Storks, flamingoes and other wading birds passing by. Only problem with the hotel was that most of the sun beds were broken so very uncomfortable whilst relaxing by the pool.

S

Room was clean and spacey, we ran into issues with hot water but was quickly resolved by staff. Spa was only adequate as the pool was small and steam room not working. Overall good experience.

Danielle Biggs

Came here a few days ago now, lovely hotel, clean, friendly staff, quiet area not too far from amenities even by foot. Taxis were well cheap and me and my family had a lovely holiday, although I did gain food poisoning from a specific food on my first night here. My partner days later also fell ill. Hotel didn’t really act upon this bar ask if I was ok. It’s a shame as that’s the only thing I wouldn’t rate and the cocktails didn’t always tend to have enough alcohol in. The meals definitely could be better as due to a specific food being left out for a period of time this is why my partner had fell ill and for me, it had seemed what I had was uncooked or placed out from another day. Entertainment could have been a bit better but was reasonable and my daughter had a great time dancing along :D. Overall wouldn’t rate this as a 4 star hotel due to my food experience but all else was well. I’d still recommend staying here as the spa was also great just small and plenty of breeze by the river when at the poolside to keep cool. Children’s play area was also minimal but enough. To add to the owners response back to me, I’m never one to argue but please DO NOT put on a front on Google and try to deny your food was not prepped properly. I was ill as stated on my first night at this hotel from eating dinner at your restaurant and did not eat prior to arriving! The cramps I had kicked in right after followed by sickness and diarrhoea. We had already been staying at your hotel days in and my partner then fell ill too! Of course you’re going to want to deny it as you don’t want people not to stay. Just own up and sort out your kitchen, simple as. I’ll be taking this further and be reporting this regardless as it’s not right. Original recipes followed for your drinks weren’t followed through thoroughly enough hence the lack of alcohol taste also. I had spoken to reception and the chef on site in the hotel restaurant too and she asked me further questions so that’s a failure from your staff not passing on important information. Fix up and maybe better reviews will be left next time. I’ll be contacting you further about this also.

Stephen Clubley

Holidaying out of peak season has its advantages, the hotel is quiet, and the area is mostly deserted. Three Beaches ⛱️ close by are easily accessible and clean. Hotel is good value, the pools are a bit cold. The food, we mostly ate only breakfast in the hotel was fine. Had a thoroughly restful week.

Karine

For those who want to relax and escape from the hustle and bustle of the city, hotel Pestana Viking, Algarve is a great choice. Stunning views of the ocean. A big advantage of this hotel is its proximity to the beach, 5 minutes and you can enjoy all the natural beauty of this amazing place. The staff is very polite and always ready to help. The rooms are spacious, with high-quality cleaning every day. We booked a suite with an ocean view and were very pleased. The breakfast is varied, everything is delicious and made of high-quality products. Coffee machines are great too, which is a rarity even in 4-star hotels. At dinner, a buffet offers a large variety of food, absolutely for all tastes, preferences and this is great. I would like to separately note the people who work there and create an atmosphere of a wonderful stay. THANKS to all the staff for a wonderful holiday!!!

Tanya Leddy

Absolutely beautiful location, the staff are so friendly and helpful. The views of the ocean are stunning. Paulo and his team put on the most spectacular breakfast. We have loved our stay. Location is central to beautiful beaches, and middle point in between tourist attractions. This place is a must stay. We will be back ❤️

Joanne Day

We were delighted to have stayed at Pestana Viking for 17 nights enjoying time with our family and friends for our wedding. The staff were amazing and looked after us and our wedding party. Paulo and his team were polite, friendly and went above and beyond to make our stay snd wedding day the best! The location of the hotel is absolutely stunning and we couldn't have dreamt of a better place to get married. The rooms are lovely and clean, with some lovely views. We felt they were just missing some tea and coffee for when you arrive. Overall, we had such a wonderful time and we were sad to leave but we are definitely going to return for our anniversary. Thank you so much for such a special time in a gorgeous location.

Sukhdev Singh

Excellent location. The hotel is very clean and comfortable. The spa area , steam room are lovely.Staff is very polite and friendly. Breakfast is very plentiful and delicious and same with the dinner. The service is very good . A very nice place for the vacations 👌

Mark Growney

Best stay so far. Lovely staff who work non stop. Nothing is too much trouble. Brilliant pool and prices in hotel are cheaper than most bars in the area. Lovely relaxing atmosphere and trip

HellsBells

If you're looking for somewhere to stay in Carvoeiro then look no further, this is the place. The hotel is spotless, rooms comfortable. The breakfast provided has a wide range of choice to suit all cultures. The pool bar is fantastic and all staff just amazing! The food is fabulous and prices very reasonable! It's a 5 minute walk downhill to the beach, we couldn't have asked for any better! I'm very sorry to leave but will definitely be back in the coming years. The only slight gripe we had was that the air con was not brilliant. You couldn't lower the temperature below 18°C and that's just too hot for me on a night. Absolutely fantastic Hotel though, the staff really do go above and beyond.

Winda Yuliani

My very first hotel in Portugal! We arrived close to midnight and the receptionist were still gave us a warm welcome. No one guide us to the room tho. But maybe because we don’t have many luggage with us. Room is clean and bright and rather big, although the bed is smaller to our liking (totally personal preference, because our bed at home is big). Cleaning services were nice. Breakfast are hearty and many options, although you will find the same menu every day. Big parking space, nice pool (outdoor) with side bar. And it’s walking distance to many great restaurants, shops and beach! Totally recommended.

Matthew Heath

We stayed here using it as our base to travel around the coastline. Everything was very clean and tidy. The room was pleasant and I think the beds were memory beds by which I mean they remembered everyone that had stayed there. My wife's bed had a deep valley in the middle but they were quite comfortable and clean. The pool is large but not heated at all. The buffet breakfast is freely available and of good quality there's not much vegetarian stuff if your looking for a meat free English breakfast. The staff in general were extremely helpful and friendly apart from the reception people who tended to be quite abrupt and short. Back to the room. The door to the landing in our room had a large gap around it which meant if you leave the middle door open you hear every noise from the landing at all hours. Things to improve on. The room door The reception staff manors Lock to the safe being inclusive not chargeable Drink making facilities freely available in the room Somewhere to hang wet swimming clothes on the balcony, we bought some string locally and tied it across from one side to the other. It worked well. And maybe a ban on people carrying arms full of towels early in the morning down to the pool area and hogging all of the loungers for the day. Maybe keeping the outer doors to the bar area closed after 10 pm so that the people wanting to get up early and go wondering can get a peaceful night's sleep. Parking when we stayed was ample but I could see mid season being a problem. Al-in-all a score of 8.75 in my book. Again this is my personal opinion and how we found it when we stayed.

Martijn Haarman

Nice hotel, nice location. Outdoor and indoor swimming pools. All in all decent value for money, but the service level doesn't justify the 4 stars it is advertising: Breakfast: Breakfast is served untill 12, but only starts at 8. Great if you want to sleep in, less so if you have an early flight. While there is enough room in the breakfast area to sit, the self service setup is a bit cramped, especially around the coffee machines. Bar: Inexperienced bartender; drinks don't always have the same price and it takes a LONG time to mix a cocktail (and they offer a wide variety of them, poor guy 😅). Credit where it's due: when the cocktails do arrive, they are well done. Noise: Hotels are always noisy in my experience, but this one seems to have paper walls. Cleaning services: The use of different coloured DND/ Clean Now signs leads to them not always being honoured by the cleaning service team. They also do not appear to prioritize the Clean Now signs, so you might as well not use them. More worrying is the (lack of) quality of the cleaning: I squashed a bug on the bathroom floor on Wednesday and it was still there on Friday.... On Saturday it was gone but there was such a strong chlorine smell I had to air out the room for an hour 🤐 Spa: Consists of a hot tub that wasn't hot and the option to book a massage.

Pim G

Mixed feeling with this hotel. Firstly, We arrived at the hotel staff not seem to acknowledge us until we asking for check in. We got 2 free welcome drinks at the bar and that was about it, nothing more to stay in Deluxe suite apart from bigger space. Some hotel give you drinks voucher every day plus free mini bars in the room. Either got restaurant or spa discount. It would be nice if the hotel acknowlege guest special moments can make our stayed memorable. Not fair for the hotel to set up room temperature at 24 degrees . Imagine people living in different climate and unable to control temperature to suit to their body need, it was a nightmare to fight ourselves to sleep during the night. A first couple day at breakfast, staffs just busy talking and feeling like we bother them to be there. No greeting no smiling. Eggs menu never displayed on the table until we saw next table ordered . Pillow menu again not on dispayed in the room unless it was on TV. We have to asked the receptionist for softer pillow luckily we got we asking for. Indoor pool area €4 swimming cap but see other guests not wearing them make us confuse about their policy. Pool towel if spa receptionist not present you got to go back to the room to get towel. Male receptionists and young lady with straight hair were lovely and helpful. A few restaurant staff and housekeeper quite friendly as well.

Nidheesh

I have stayed 6 nights in this hotel!! Wonderful services in all areas especially housekeeping staffs!!They did an outstanding service.Always smiling and they make sure that my room is well cleaned! All staffs were friendly who works in this hotel !! Rooftop pool with bar , indoor pool , all you can enjoy here . The breakfast was really good though.I celebrated my birthday here !! I will be back to this hotel in future for sure !🥂⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Victoria Morgan-Cummins

Overall enjoyable but could make a few improvements. - Beds : At the time of booking there was no mention that the beds would be 2 singles pushed together with separate sheets, and no option to have an actual double bed. I feel this should be an option as this was not the most enjoyable option for my husband and I for our weekend away - Parking : I specifically asked prior to arrival if there was parking, which there is but I was not told that it had to be reserved, so when we arrived no parking available [and very difficult in surrounding areas in peak season] and had to go on a waiting list for a space. one did become available but the first 24 of having to keep moving the car and paying at the meter every 4 hours was inconvenient - Padel : I made enquiries about playing Padel as the hotel advertises this, the clube that the passed me on to a different hotel as they would not take a booking for just free play - Breakfast : Good selection and I must make comment on the delicious fresh orange juice, but the size of plates are tiny! If this is an attempt to reduce how much people take it does not work, it just means that everyone was trying to fit 3 or 4 plates on each plate setting as the plate barely held just 2 slices of toast let alone anything else. - Spa Area : I was made to purchase a swim cap for 4 euros, only to find that no one else in the spa area was being asked to wear one and the policy of them was not enforced, so it felt like I was asked for 4 euros for nothing, I would not mind paying if their own rules were enforced. Positive Comments : Lovely and convenient location, very nice terrace to the room and the room was nice and clean and the shower towels were a good size. Edit after hotels response : I just wanted to edit this post to acknowledge that this is one of the best responses I have received from a business, to accept the constrictive feedback and at least they will take them on board, is one of the lost professional responses I have seen in a long time - so thank you to the hotel for this

Christian Weiß

The room was ok. However, you need to take care of small insects everywhere. The breakfast is various and the restaurant is directly linked to the hotel. The pool is too small and was fully occupied. Further this hotel is flooded by British. So it was a bit noisy at night. Further the rooms are not well isolated. You are within 15’ at the beach which is awesome. One more thing, try out the breakfast at the beach club which you can get for 7,50 Euro per person on top.

Pav Singh

Definitely not a 4 star hotel. Stayed here for the second time. How the standards and service have fallen since then. Reception staff on checking in were nice. Breakfast is mediocre. Same stuff every day. Stayed for 11 nights. Only thing different was once they had some sausages. The lady behind the bar very rude and abrubt. Room, virtually no soundproofing. You can hear people stomping upstairs, talking next door. It's on the main road, very noisy. Cleaning staff look overworked and tired. Had cockroaches in the room. Was just told yeah we get them. On checking out, poor service again. Only gave it two stars because it's within walking distance of the beach. Not all the glitters is gold, beware.

Ella Thompson

Staying at this hotel currently, the rooms are very dated and has two single beds pushed together, all you hear is doors slamming 24/7 , the ‘spa’ if you can even call it a spa smells of sewage, in photos it shows they have a hot tub but now the hot tub has been taken out. The bar staff are rude if you just want a place to sleep it’s okay but would never come back here again.

Scarlett Owhoka

Early July, myself and two friends stayed at this hotel. We were only 18 so it was important for us to find a hotel which was both in a good location but also safe and I can safely say this hotel was both of those things. We only opted for a bed and breakfast, but the breakfast was lovely with quite a few options. The hotel is also walking distance from q shopping centre, burger king, mcdonald and all sorts of other shops you may need. Taxis to the beach and the strip are also really cheap and cost at most 5 euros. The staff were lovely and were very accommodating to our needs. The only fault that I think this hotel may have is the fact that it’s listed as a hotel and spa yet we were told by the receptionist that the spa wouldn’t be available till next year?? which was definitely confusing to say the least. Anyways, we were still able to access both saunas and indoor pool which was lovely. As well as this, although the hotel is small, we didn’t have to put out our beach towels really early every morning on sun loungers to be able to get in the pool. Whatever time we ended up going there was always space for us. The hotel was also very very clean and our room was lovely and spacious, perfect for 3 people. All in all the hotel is in a great location, great service and if you’re looking for a hotel which is quiet it’s perfect, as most of the guests seem to be older ( 30s/40s).

V Schultz

(Stayed during a Trafalgar tour in September 2024) Sadden to have to leave this review as this hotel has one of the softer full size bed I've experienced in Europe. The hotel pool was nice and convenient and could access all three pools. However that is where the positive ends. My room was infested with ants and I heard that from other couples that stayed at this hotel on the first floor. Although the breakfast appeared big, it was not very tasty. The restaurant is extremely limited menu and all the food tasted reheated. Unfortunately the location does not it make it very walkable to other areas. The shower curtain that just had ants crawling all over it kept trying to touch you and only went 2" into the tub so the floor kept getting wet and there was lots of mildew in the grout. You know things aren't going to be good when they can't be bothered to paint the main door. The water pressure was good and solid. If in the area again, I would not stay here again.

Gary Styles

It's only half way through our holiday but I know enough to write a review. It's out of the main season so for us it's lovely and quiet. For sun lovers there is a sunrise pool and bar and also a sunset pool and bar. The gym is large and there is the sauna and steam room. We cannot fault the service and I found a bottle of sparkling wine in my room on my birthday (may have been a data protection breach). It's a bit out of the way but there is a free hotel bus and taxis are not expensive. The evening meal mixes from buffet to table service. I discovered to my cost last night that for a 3 course meal you should not include the large pizza, but they boxed the leftover which is currently in my fridge.

Danny GO GETTER

Brilliant just Brilliant just got back from a 3 nights here and it was a wonderful stay was impressed. Sauna was nice very good facility's all around. Shuttle bus was very good also added bonus and a bolt taxi back very cheap.

Matthew Price

We (me, partner, and 1.5 year old daughter) stayed here in the first week of October 2024 and had a lovely time. The staff were great, and made the whole experience easy and relaxing. The hotel is really well equipped with a good pool, including separate children’s pool, restaurant and bar. The beach is very easy to access and was fairly quiet next to the hotel, with no issues getting space. There are limited options for families with older children, however for us with a small child it was perfect. Would definitely recommend a stay here.

mark nelson

The hotel has a tendency to nickel and dime. If you want to use the room safe there is a daily cost. If you want to use the spa / sauna... Additional cost. The rooms are clean, however we booked a double bed and got 2 singles slid together with separate sheets. The apartments are spacious, but the rooms are tired, with cracks showing (literally). Bathroom fixtures have seen better days, and using shower and bath fittings in a shower (that seems frozen in the bath position??). Reception staff were apologetic but their hands are tied. Also .... Booking instructions got lost.

Chloe Davies

Had a nice holiday at dunamar. Flew with jet 2 so transfers were nice and easy. Only knocked a star due to the beds being uncomfortable and the room was quite noisy so hard to sleep at times. Lovely location, only downside is there isn’t a huge amount to do in the area so would recommend car hire if you like to sight see. If you just want a beach holiday to sunbathe, chill and drink/eat it’s 10/10.

Ellie Evans

For starters I never like to write reviews but I just had to. I Booked this hotel for a little getaway with my friend, when we arrived the reception staff were quite nice but the restaurant staff was just pure rude, not a smile in sight when smiling at them, we waited to tell them our room to go and eat at tea time and 2 staff members near the set restaurant was just staring at us which made us both uncomfortable, the staff kinda just hover over you making you feel very unwelcome, the food I’m not gunna lie wasn’t nice at all, so we just ate out most nights as it was hard to stomach, the food looks like it’s been left out all evening, there’s no signs to what the food actually is so if you have any allergies I really don’t recommend as what looked like onions rings was actually calamari. Our last night when we fished eating 2 male staff members just stared at us the entire time laughing and talking to each other. We just upped and left back to our room. The rooms The rooms are nice however they’re quite unclean, there was hairs stuck to the wall near the doors when we walked in, there was hairs in the shower, on the toilet floor and in the sink and under the sink, there’s stains all over the furniture, I have personally stayed in 2* hotels better than this. I would say the location is nice if you like it quiet and love seafood as every place around the beach front is mainly seafood

Super Q

4.5 First time visited Portugal with young kids. Booked through Jet2 based on the photos and reviews. Love it. I think of migranting to Portugal at the moment.😅

Anna Dobbe

I’ve stayed at Patio Hotel twice now, and I couldn’t be happier with my experience. The staff are absolutely wonderful—such a kind and welcoming team! The open-air reception is a unique and charming feature, and the overall atmosphere of the hotel is so warm and inviting. The breakfast is outstanding, with excellent service that I haven’t experienced in a long time. Every single member of the staff goes above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and cared for. Thank you so much for making my stays so enjoyable. I will definitely be coming back again. Highly recommended!

Mike Hall

Well above expectations, a beautiful hotels with suite rooms that are spacious, well furnished and decorated but above everything else spotlessly clean. The restaurant offers a wide variety of choice, all of it well presented and from my experience great to eat. The bar areas are well furnished and with a great choice of drinks. The staff, well, they are exceptional. A great hotel, already booked to return.

Dave Green

Just arrived home from a holiday in Portugal, stayed at The Patio Suite Hotel, I would highly recommend this hotel for couples wanting a great base for venturing out. Staff are very friendly and attentive, the hotel was spotless and the food was great, rooms slightly dated but again spotless and very spacious. I would definitely recommend this hotel and look to return in the future. Thanks to all the staff for their wonderful hospitality during our visit.

Catherine O'Keeffe

***** Highly Recommend ***** This hotel has excellent reviews and deservedly so. Its Fabulous! Spotlessly clean throughout, rooms are large and spacious and the extra large balcony offered beautiful views and plenty of space for families, (we stayed in the T2 Deluxe room, 4 people). Food is very good with plenty of choice and all of the staff are absolutely lovely. There are some great bars and restaurants within walking distance of the hotel too. I would definitely stay here again and would have no hesitation in recommending it to anyone else.

Sana Khan

Such a great experience at The Patio Suite Hotel. The apartments are very spacious, the shower is perfect and the breakfast service was amazing. The staff has been so friendly and kind and made sure we had everything we needed. Special thank you to Sao and Mikayla / Michaela (sorry if I misspelled the name). They were both super welcoming and had great energy. Overall a great experience. Thank you The Patio Suite Hotel!

Flo

Lovely rooms here and the staff were very friendly and available 24/7 to help with any query you have. Breakfast is great with loads of options. The pool area is usually pretty busy and they play loud music throughout the day but if you don't fancy that the beach is 10 mins down the road. Only thing is the hotel is right across from a nightclub which opens midnight and closes at 6am so if your room is on that side it will be noisy in the early hours. Also, if you choose to not have your room cleaned you get a €5 voucher to spend at their bar (for that day only).

N

Very happy with my stay at the hotel. Great location, walking distance to the beach, strip, Kiss club and supermarkets. The room was spacious and the bed was comfortable. Really liked that the air conditioning worked perfectly and the room got cold in no time. Everyday the room was nicely cleaned. The staff at the hotel is polite, friendly and helpful; shoutout to Edson at the reception he’s great. The breakfast was good but would have been nicer if there was some variation in the food instead of the same thing every day. The water pressure in the shower was very weak which was a bit annoying. Also, the hair dryer in the bathroom was not working and was giving a burning smell when you try to turn it on. One of the evenings the fire alarm kept going on and off several times on the third floor. When asked reception said someone on the floor was smoking in their room but it was a bit annoying since the alarm was going off constantly and waking people up in the middle of the night.

Sam Yeates

The staff here are amazing! They went above and beyond and were always willing to assist in any way they could. I wasn't aware of the location of this hotel and if you are after an easy walk to lots of bars and clubs, this is a great spot. I was hoping for more quiet, but saying that, the double glazing blocked the noise and the curtains blocked the flashing billboard. Great breakfast options and good restaurants and beaches within Ealing distance. The highlight of this hotel is definitely the staff though! Thank you Topazio stay. What a lovely stay.

Chiriac Anda

The hotel is very clean, with nice little garden, pool, terrace for eating breakfast in the morning etc. Also the continental breakfast buffet was for my liking, varied, fresh. Coffee was amazing! The only thing to mention is that their standard rooms (maybe not all of them though) are facing a night club. The hotel has 2 sets of double glazing, however, having the room just facing the night club entrance, we could hear all the noise and bass. We were in Albufeira for our babymoon so of course, wanted quite a quiet and chilled time. But the man at reception the next day was just amazing, he swapped our room on the other side of the hotel where was just quiet and nice. All the staff at reception actually was smiling and accommodating actually. We booked though loveholidays and it was no mention on their website, notifications etc about where the room is facing. Maybe if you book through the hotel directly, you can ask for a quiet room in advance. Altogether, I would recommend the stay. Hotel is 1 min walk to store for water and bits to eat, has a few restaurants (we didn't eat there though) and has a beach maybe 10 min or less walk. The beach, however, was full of algae to the point where you couldn't go in the water, not sure if it's a seasonal thing though. We stayed end of june.

George Jackson

Myself and 9 of my peers decided to stay at Hotel Topázio for our holiday this year (as it was the cheapest option). After night 1, it was apparent to me why the stay was provided at such a cheap cost. The rooms are a fair size if I’m being truthful, but the bed feels a complete polar opposite to the word comfortable, and accompanied by the echos of screams, the flashes of strobe lights and the rattling of the base coming from the Albufeira’s biggest nightclub, sleeping at hotel Topázio was a mission many would deem to be impossible. If you did manage to sleep through the discomfort and racket, the feeling of something crawling will more than likely keep you awake. The place was not shy of a critter or two! The staff at the hotel, very impolitely issued myself and the 9 others staying with a warning due to making too much noise? This may of been true, but to drag the rest of the innocent party down when 1 or 2 members were just being young men and having fun seems absurd to me. Overall, my stay here was memorable in all the wrong ways. I would only recommend this hotel if sleepless nights and noise complaints are something that gives you a rush!

Matthew Thomas

We had a fantastic stay at this lovely, budget-friendly hotel. The staff went above and beyond to make us feel welcome, always taking the time to chat and ensure we were comfortable. One member of staff even came to find us just to say goodbye as we were leaving – such a thoughtful touch! We had our own keys, allowing us to come and go as we pleased, which made the stay even more convenient. The pool area was peaceful most days, and there were always sunbeds available without the hassle of reserving them with towels. The small bar on-site offered drinks and snacks at very reasonable prices, which was a great bonus. Our only minor critique would be that the beds were on the firmer side, but it didn’t affect our sleep too much. Overall, the staff were attentive right up to check-out, wishing us a safe journey home. It was a fabulous stay, and we would highly recommend this hotel for couples on a budget or solo travellers!

Robin Josefsson

Nice hotel with pool and good staff. A little off but it works. Clean and the bar/small resturant was good and the man Who work there were fun and very helpful. The beds where, sorry to say, awful. Hard as a rock. They need to do something about that. Otherwise good, ac/tv/refrigerator/bathtub and a safe. All you need and a good parkinglot.

Camilo Coelho

This place is magical. I came here for a Sika Strength Weightlifting camp which was hosted in the backyard of the hotel. The training facility is by far the most beautiful place I have trained. Staff is super welcoming, the room was spacious and the pool very relaxing. Most of the nights we walked 15 min. to the beach to get dinner.

licha lopez

We spent two nights in this hotel in July 2024. The hotel personal was nice, the location was ideal close to the beach of Praia da Luz and the city of Lagos, but the room was disappointing. It was very big, but unfortunately very bright and loud. The stores were letting all the light through, and even during the night it was ver yfar away from darkness. We were woken up easily when a new car was parking near our window, or at the sunrise when the room became completely bright. I do not recommend this hotel

Iuliia Vuika

Nice little hotel with authentic vibe. Very friendly and accommodating staff. Big air conditioned room, small veranda and a swimming pool. Simple utilitarian design. Not so delighted with the ants in the bathroom though

Jesska Jones

Didn't stay in the hotel, just visited the sky bar. Fantastic views of the surrounding area. We had espresso martinis which were well made and reasonably priced. Staff were friendly and service was swift. They have live music during the evening, which adds a nice atmosphere. A nice place to stop for a drink or two, would recommend.

Kate Elliott

Recently stayed with a friend, so don’t be put off by the couples advertising, it’s such a perfect relaxation spot for any adult! There is a shuttle that runs you free of charge from the hotel to the beach hourly which is so convenient, the driver is lovely. Every single staff member made my friend and I feel welcome and their service is the best service I’ve had on a holiday by far. I have seen reviews saying there were no service at the pool which is untrue, staff members regularly run drinks to the pool loungers from the rooftop bar, the service is wonderful. The facilities are lovely and clean and there is a such a big range of foods available at the breakfast. I could not name one downside of my stay here. Everybody who works here should be so proud of how they treat their customers as they are what made an excellent vacation into a perfect one!

Rose M Cooke

This couples' only hotel is really lovely. The staff are all friendly, attentive, and courteous. The rooms are spacious with balconies. The rooms are clean every day, with fresh clean bedding and towels. Smoking is not allowed in the rooms are balconies. You have outside areas for smoking. It's about 10 minutes walk to the marina and about 20 minutes walk to Praia da Rocha town.

Pete Spacagna

We had a 10 night stay in a superior double with river view. Room had a few knocks & scrapes, not surprising when coming to the end of a busy season, great view & all the facilities you could need. Breakfast had a good selection, some good snacks & light meals available at rooftop bar. Overall the facilities on offer were excellent but the trip was made for us by the staff who in every area were exceptional!

Mel Cox

We had a fantastic stay at this hotel. Probably the best hotel we have stayed in. The location is great, the hotel was extremely clean. All of the staff so welcoming and friendly. The food was great. Perfect stay. We will definitely come back. Thank you

Roy Batty

Lovely hotel. Very clean, well maintained. I stayed bed and breakfast, and the breakfast was great - full English or continental option. Loved the deep pool (might be an issue if you have adventurous non swimming kids, but there is a kiddie pool). Would I stay there again... Absolutely!

Hevzy B

It's our first time visiting Oceanus, and I've loved it so much we have booked our next holiday whilst visiting. Beds are comfortable and spacious, very spacious rooms in general with a nice balcony and shower. Can't fault the cleanliness. Good location, not too far to the beach and easily accessible transport links to Albufeira and beyond. We love it here. Very child friendly, and the pools are wonderful. We can't wait to come back.

Ben Wharton

Rooms are spacious and clean. We did ask to be moved as we were on the ground floor by reception which was noisy and had people walking past our balcony constantly. We were moved however with no fuss by the always friendly, cheerful and polite reception staff. The pool area is very nice and wasn’t too busy (May). It’s in a quiet location, but that suits us, and there were plenty of nice places to eat close by, and just a short walk to a lovely beach. I would definitely stay here again.

Vivka Vivi

Really nice man in the reception. He was willing to help and found a room last minute in the night. I'm very happy he was there at that time. Nice big room. Everything needed was provided. Delicious breakfast. I recommend and would come back.

Christoph Hughes

A lovely hotel to bring the family. Rooms are dated but are spotless, as is the hotel throughout. Pools are perfect. The staff are so friendly and helpful and the snack bar food is really good. Hotel is quite with no entertainment for kids, but for me this wasn't an issue personally. Beach is a handy 5 minute downhill stroll away so bear in mind a steep uphill walk on your return! Other beautiful bigger beaches are walking distance too. Plenty of restaurants,bars, supermarkets, shops and Atm's nearby. Olhos D'Agua is generally a much more relaxed area, But Albufeira and Villamoura are short taxi journeys away. We loved our stay here and will certainly be back.

Kate B.

We were there with colleagues, a group of about 10 people. We went for dinner and it was very tasty. Though they forgot about our starters at all. Just didn't bring it. And forgot about dishes for two people. And the restaurant was not full. There was another group and maybe one or two tables. And they positioned as high-end restaurant...

Angus Archer

Overall a good experience but do have to agree with others that a 4 star hotel should have wine glasses in the room on a half board basis and literally everything is extra.. water at meal times, etc. Rooms were basic but comfortable there were ants but not excessive. Food average / good but nothing special.. pool was good - perfect temp and clean. Fantastic location and views of the marina. Easy to walk to the beach. Hard to recommend as it’s a 3 star at very best hotel - probably 2 but that said it was a great holiday and the location is stunning. Manage your expectations!

Gib

The Marina Portimao Resort is a clean, comfortable hotel in a beautiful location overlooking the Portimao harbour, and despite that, I cannot recommend staying there unless you have a car or upgrade to the main hotel. Our travel planner had us booked onto the Marina Sun area of the hotel which is 700 meters from the dining area. Can you imagine walking to breakfast, returning to your room and then heading off to the main town. You would have walked over 2 kilometers and not left the hotel (which is a further kilometer away. When we checked in, the front desk clerk immediately asked us if we wanted to upgrade our room for an additional cost of 16€s per day, which we declined as we didn't realize how far it was. In addition, do not try to remove food from the breakfast area as you will be charged a further 20€s (and yes, I understand businesses have to watch costs, but I cannot imagine there is that much loss to justify this attitude). Finally, just a heads up; while the first bottle of water on the room is complimentary, the next has a 4€ charge. It seems the hotel is nickle and diming its guests. The agent at the front desk must get comments about this a lot as she became defensive when asked about it. Next, while the food at the breakfast buffet was fine, there were many birds flying around the food which I am sure is a violation of any health regulations.

Daniel Göhlhausen

All in all nice stay and great location. Nice view to the harbour from breakfast restaurant. Great drink voucher system for not washing towels every day to save drinking water. Negative points: - the couches which have been used from our 2 kids as their bed were really not confortable - no plug sockets in the bathroom - after a 10 day stay we needed to pay 32€ to stay until 2pm in our room because of our evening flight altough we only came late in the evening on our first day.

Fionnuala brady

Amazing location. Views from room were exceptional. Buggy to bring you to beach restaurants and other pools. Maid service daily. Beautiful breakfast with a wonderful view. Friendly staff.

Jeonghwa Baek

Currently on day six of our stay room F at this resort. Positives: Daily cleaning service is reliable (trash removed, fresh towels, and tidy bedding). The pool is spacious and enjoyable. On-site kiosk and small restaurant are convenient. The garden has great barbecue facilities for grilling. Parking is directly connected to the resort room, making it very convenient. Negatives: Strong sewage smell from the ground-floor bathroom spreads into the living room, making it unpleasant. Cockroach problem in the upstairs bathroom; we’ve killed six so far. Especially at night, when turning on the light, there’s always one, which makes using the bathroom scary. Ants also appear, but they’re less surprising compared to the cockroaches. The dishwasher is outdated and difficult to use. The washing machine is extremely loud with heavy vibrations. Although we still have three days left, we already want to leave due to the cockroach issue. Albufeira is lovely, but even if I return to Albufeira, I do not wish to stay at this property again.

Debbie Bastow

Great place to stay. Exceptionally clean and fully equipped. Rooms cleaned daily The pool bar offers excellent food and the evening menu is really good Very reasonably priced The staff are lovely and were always friendly and happy Lots of sunbeds and nice pool area Closest beach around 30 mins walk away, the strip around 20. Taxis to the old town were quick to arrive and cheap Great place to stay either as friends or families

Jana Bruning

2 Manager screamed at us when we asked our deposit back. We didn’t get all our money back. They didn’t help us. Lied about deposit. And they basically stole from us. Don’t trust these people. Ac was also broken twice, we didn’t have enough pillows and the dishwasher was broken. The walls in the villa were disgusting. And we are also 5 girls of 18 so it’s not like we can miss the money.

James Teeney

Bit of a walk to town. Very clean. Pleasant and helpful staff. Nice pool area

Tom Whyte

While the villas are beautiful, they are a bit out of the way, and a car would be essential for shopping and site-seeing. As someone with walking difficulties, I found the exterior and interior steps and stairs difficulties to negotiate. However the staff were really helpful and friendly. Villas cleaned every day except the day before we left.

Christine Quinn

We had the best week staying on this resort. From start to finish the rooms were stunning and I mean spotless. Beds super comfortable Air conditioning in the room WORKING Bath room so clean shower great. Breakfast was lovely we had so much choice the kids had plenty to to eat and enjoy. The pools were all clean the grounds all spotless. The pool bar was so handy for lunch because trying to pull kids away from the pool for lunch impossible. The hotel is a little bit out but we used the bolt app to get to the old town and it was great. Entertainment was okay not 10/10 but it was good for the end of September. All the staff went out of their way to do anything to help and so good with the kids. Chatting playing engaging in conversation with the kids which they loved. We will definitely come back should be 5 star 🌟 🌟🌟🌟🌟

Phil Chesterton

We stayed here for a week and had a great time. To be honest, most of our time was spent away from the complex but what we needed - a decent room, pool and breakfast - were spot on. The breakfast buffet each morning is very wide ranging. There are a variety of breads with two toast machines. A cooked section with fried and scrambled eggs, waffles and pancakes, then another section with bacon, sausages, beans, tomatoes, mushrooms and hash browns. If cooked breakfast isn't your thing there's an extensive fruit section and another section with child meats and cheeses. There's also a section with all sorts of cereals, a machine with three different juices and a hot drinks machine. Our room was spacious with plenty of wardrobe space (2 wardrobes), a kitchen area with a fridge, small oven, microwave and toaster plus hobs. The bedroom could be separated from the living room by sliding doors and there was a bed settee in the living room too, although we didn't use it. Two air conditioning units, one in the living room and one in the bedroom and a wide balcony overlooking the pool. The bathroom had a large sink/vanity unit, a toilet, a bidet and a bath with shower over it. When you check in you are given a wristband and that is your room key. Touch it to the door handle to unlock your room, no chance of forgetting your key! All in all Alto da Colina was a great place to stay.

Orlaith Mackell

Just back home from an outstanding stay in Alto da Colina. Rooms were clean, large and modern with a huge balcony. The facilities are fantastic throughout, there are several pools, a kids pool with slides and a splash area which our baby loved along with a kid’s playground. We had breakfast as part of our package and the selection and quality was brilliant, the buffet catered for all tastes. There is also an Italian restaurant on-site called Giovannis and it was really handy for takeaways along with a mini mart that has a great selection too. You can also use the other Alfagar hotel’s facilities which is great for anyone that wants a change of scenery. You can also walk through the Aparthotel to the beach which has some stunning views. Staff were absolutely lovely, welcoming, hardworking and friendly, our baby loved them especially the cleaning ladies and the lady in the poolside bar. We can’t wait to return as we had the best holiday! Thanks so much ❤️

Andrew Mowat

We recently stayed at Alfagar Alto da Colina in the Algarve and it was a fantastic family holiday spot. The apartments were spacious and well-equipped. The kids loved the pools and the splash park, although the water was a bit chilly since we visited out of season. The views from our room were amazing and the on-site restaurant was great value, with decent meal options that made dining easy. It’s a short walk to Praia Maria Luísa beach, which is beautiful and other activities are only a short taxi ride away. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout. Overall, an excellent choice for a family-friendly, budget-conscious getaway!

Yogi Hogie

It's not without it's faults! 99% of the staff are very nice, however I found the Service at the bar for both food and drink was painfully slow at times! If I wasn't paying €4 a pint wouldn't have minded so much! There charging top prices for food and drink the service should reflect that! The bathroom in the room had black mould in corners (room 203) again we paid a significant amount of money to stay there and I feel little things like that should really be sorted! Finally for the bad things, ask for a bottom floor apartment if you don't want to spend half your holiday waiting on the lift, again painfully slow. All that said, I wouldn't give it less than 5 stars as the breakfast was very good indeed, great variety for everyone's taste. I found the entertainment at the pool was very good, the rooms were cleaned on a regular basis, fresh towels provided. We didn’t rent towels but you can if you need them! And most of the staff were very pleasant and accommodating.

Maria Jose Serres-Rouse

Outstanding family holiday resort, far beyond expectations. The quality of everything is higher that what we anticipated by the pictures, the rooms are fantastic, very well equipped, the restaurants have delicious food and every night is a different theme. Great night functions for all family. The staff at the reception couldn’t be more helpful and friendly. This is our first time and definitely is not the last. Everyone we talked to are extremely happy with the hotel, some have come multiple times and they love it. Our daughter have said many times: “This is paradise”… we completely agreed.

Erika Cevallos

Family friendly all and all!!! Entertainment and pools for every kind of weather. As Portugal coast seems to have a fluctuating rain season they made sure to have several temperated and covered pools. Several restaurants with live entertainment, walking distance beach. Water parks, arcade games, Spa and more. We didn't get bored. Only down side was the trails and zip lines where closed during our visit. Overall very happy.

Franklin Mendes

Wonderful place, amazing experience. Variety of accommodations and activities from business to family. You can stay in an apartment, apart hotel or one of the big beautiful Vilas if you have a big family. There are also options on restaurants, entertainment and fun or historical activities… all within the huge compound of Alfagar. They even have buses and car hires/taxis to take you shopping, go on a city tour or dash out to Spain for a day trip! On the back side there is a huge path for walking/jogging or just making your way down the beautiful beach, in case you don’t want to use my of the 7 swimming pools they have across the facilities (including children’s). There are also 5 a side, tennis and volleyball courts. If you’re an indoors person you can play table tennis or snooker in one of the bars or restaurants.

Paul C

Highly recommended. Our family of 4 (kids 7 & 3) just spent a week here. We stayed in the Prestige apartments which are nice modern units. Beautiful hotel & amenities. Restaurants & pool bars serve good food & drinks. Great choice of pools & slides for kids & big kids alike. Staff are super friendly & helpful. Uber ride to old town approx €6. Top tip: go across the road to Alfagar Colina for a better breakfast & seating area.

Aaron Feeney

Perfect location great pools and indoor pool, private beach which is beautiful small gym with sauna and steam room. We went for New Year’s Eve and the fireworks display and concert is out of this world and now book up every year. Old town is a must. We stayed in a 1 bed apartment overlooking the pools and everything was perfect staff were so helpful can’t wait till this new years. Also a heated indoor pool which was good as some days were cold

Jim Leake

We had a long weekend here in early November, great location, staff were brilliant always kept our room spotless amazing. Reception and bar staff were brilliant and made our stay very pleasant. Keep up the good work with loved it. Even in November we could use the pool and sun deck gorgeous.

Leah Atterbury

Rooms were nice, facilities very good. Cleanliness wasn't amazing, my bed sheets had stains on them when I first walked into the room. The pool is nice if not a little small, would be hard to get a lounger during peak times. Pool bar is good too. Location is great 20 minute walk to the beach, old town and the strip so its right in the middle of everything.

Céire Horgan

Amazing experience, year after year! I’ve been coming to Luna Solaqua for over seven years, and every visit has been fantastic. The staff are incredible, consistently friendly, and welcoming. This year, I got married in Portugal, and the hotel surprised me, making the occasion even more special. Our entire family enjoyed every moment, and the staff went above and beyond to ensure it was memorable. Most mornings were spent in the peaceful indoor pool—so quiet and serene! The hotel is in the perfect location, with supermarkets, taxi ranks, restaurants, and more all within walking distance. It’s also great for a good night’s sleep—no noise from the nearby strips. I always recommend Luna Solaqua to friends and family. Can’t wait to come back again!

Ciara T

Apartment was spacious and cleaned daily. There was a noise that could constantly be heard in room 3, ground floor so avoid that one. Disrupted sleep! Breakfast is really disappointing, very little variety and hot food is cold.. bar service was extremely slow! Not good value for money paid. Location is good

Stephen Doyle

Just back from a week stay here. This hotel has good and bad points as follows: Good: 1. Location 👍- Located within a 10 minute walk of both the chilled old town and the mad new town / strip. 2. Cleanliness 👍- Rooms are clean and tidy and serviced daily with fresh towels etc. as you’d expect. 3. Pool area 👍- Also clean and tidy with plenty of sun loungers (however I was there in September so not sure what this is like during the peak summer season). Please also note that there is NO Lifeguard at the pool whatsoever so if that’s something you would prefer this is not the hotel for you. It didn’t bother me but I didn’t have children with me so felt that’s noteworthy. Bad: 1. Noise 👎- I can’t stress enough how noisy this hotel is. If you value your sleep this is not the hotel for you. We stayed on floor zero where the reception is located and each night there was a very loud screaming / screeching sound coming from the floor above us which kept us awake all night. Not sure if it was from plumbing or air con system or what it came from but it was loud and constant for the entire night. Once the sun comes up you’re then greeted with the noise of bin trucks at 5am every day too. Then from around 7am and throughout the entire day all you can hear are noisy wheeled trolleys on hard tiled floors beside you and from the floors above. The cleaners also drag beds and room furniture around the hard tiled floors all day too. It’s non stop noise of some sort which was infuriating for me and I’ve come home from my holiday more tired than when I left. If I could give minus stars for this I would. 2. Staff / Service 👎 - Although the reception staff are all very polite and friendly it is not the same at the pool bar / restaurant. The bar was clearly understaffed and was always busy with long queues to order food or drinks. When you do get to the top of the queue if you ask for any drink such as a cocktail that takes a little time to make you get side eye and dirty looks from one of the barmen (not all of them just one older man who clearly wasn’t enjoying his job because it was so busy). So much so I stopped going to the bar if he was there and might serve me. 3. Breakfast Buffet 👎- If you are going to stay at this hotel I suggest not availing of the breakfast option. It’s basic at best and COLD every day. The hot plates used for the buffet do not keep the food hot at all. If you like cold eggs and beans go for it but there are lots of restaurants nearby that are open for breakfast which serve hot food. Again I was here in September so it wasn’t as expensive as peak summer but yet I still feel it wasn’t worth the money I paid. I love Albufeira and will definitely return but not to this hotel unfortunately.

Gabriela Jankovičová

This is a lovely place to stay. The room was clean and beautifully decorated. The breakfast was delicious, and the staff were kind and helpful. I finished my book sooner than I expected, and one of the staff members assisted me in finding the library 📚. I have never encountered a hotel library before, so thank you very much!

Jan

This was a very nice hotel. It is actually 6 buildings all joined together so has an interesting flow to it. The room we booked wound up having a queen sized bed and we needed a king or two singles. They were very accommodating and the bellman who helped us to our room said that the one with the two singles was a nicer room as it had a lovely view. He was absolutely right. The room was very clean but was quite a trek from the lobby. We were accustomed to doing a lot of walking so this wasn’t a hardship but did require some stair climbing so if you can’t do stairs at all make sure you let them know in advance. The pool area was nice and towels were provided. The woman at the bar was not very pleasant or friendly at all. All the other staff were friendly and helpful. There was a very good selection of breakfast at the buffet and the best hot chocolate I have ever had. You could eat outside (don’t turn your back or the seagulls will have your food) and a very large indoor seating area. We took the free shuttle to the beach but it was unbelievably hot so came back pretty quick. The walk to the main tourist area and restaurants was about 10 minutes and not at all unpleasant.

Matthew Lariviere

Decent hotel in a perfect location. Rooms were clean, ac worked great and breakfast buffet had good variety. Free parking was a nice bonus. Other than the lobby, the hotel is pretty dated. Some rooms could use a refresh. The fitness center is terrible. All machines were broken. They should be fixed if the hotel is advertising a gym.

ac jones

This is a 4 star hotel. The staff are friendly and helpful. The breakfast buffet is great, especially the waffles but you might want to avoid the boiled eggs as even the 5 minute ones are solid. Beware of the rooms, some are a bit treacherouse because of the steps, even for able bodied persons. I have included photos of these as one of our party fell foul of them and had an ankle injury as a result. The outdoor pool is very nice and has steps with a handrail plus ladders. It is the same depth all around. The town is within a short walk and is full of artisan shops and boutiques and entertainment in the main square. Some of the buildings are beautifully tiled. There are plenty of eateries to please all pockets and tastes in the town. Fish is fabulous and the large prawns delicious.

Omer Menashe

Old hotel, the architecture is very odd… many different buildings without any consistent design, like a maze or the back rooms. The breakfast is as expected from a 4 star hotel, rich and diverse. The pools and graden are very nice. The beach shuttle it’s an amazing addition and the deal in the beach is good.

Lee

An amazing hotel. I had a great 2-day stay here with my friends. The staff were amazing, and the morning breakfast had a tonne of options to choose from. There were many restaurants nearby to choose from, and most importantly, it’s very close to the beach. 10/5 stars if I could

Farah Siam

We had an ocean view room - 602. The view from the room was amazing and the room was very spacious. The location is central and easy walk to the beach. However, the amenities aren’t that great: the towels felt old, they provided soap but nothing to keep the soap on, the elevator was old and small, etc. small things really but I’d book again because of location and views.

Roya -

I travel many months of the year in different parts of the world. Service and good treatment of people are highly important to me wherever and whatever I do, see, eat, and sleep. I did not stay here (yet) and I dodged a bullet in my honest opinion. Maybe it was a random unlucky experience with one thoughtless person in the company but I will not risk wasting my time and money in a company with heartless staff after tonight's experience. I am a person on crutches, exhausted, lost, and frazzled in a town I just arrived in and I was refused help of charging my dead phone for literally 2 minutes so I could quickly check where to go. The worst part is that he was hesitantly walking over to help, then paused and said, are you a client, we only have this service for clients. Clearly not a customer. He then smiled and laughed with his colleague as I walked away. Thoughtless, heartless young individual who doesn't understand that as a frequent traveller, I may have stayed here on my next visit. I could be writing a positive review or word of mouth shared my positive encounter. Instead I'm here, to warn others of my experience with your company. I also hope to spread awareness of your staff members up to higher management. I dodged a bullet. I was so shaken by this experience that when I found a kind person to charged my phone in a nearby shop for 2 minutes, (thankfully as I was walking in the wrong direction) and I had to walk past the hotel again, I went back in and the young man wasn't there but a lovely young lady was behind the counter and she said she would pass on my bad treatment to the manager. She was kind and understanding.

Teresa Gracey

What an absolutely superb experience. The hotel is amazing. The room we had for the 10 days was certainly first class - a side sea view apartment suite but with balcony so the view was amazing. All of the staff are friendly and very welcoming. We booked half board so we could see the city but the variety of food for both breakfast and evening meal was absolutely superb and again all of the staff made you feel very welcome. Thank you RR Hotel da Rocha for the most amazing Portuguese holiday. We will certainly be returning and I will definitely be recommending for the perfect relaxing break.

Dominik Dietzel

Very modern and clean hotel. They offered a good variety of local and international food and drinks, but not too much for vegetatians. The room was big and had a nice view from the balcony. Unfortunately the street is very loud, even on the 5th floor. The partial ocean view is ruined by the noise and the smell of grilled meat from nearby restaurants. If you want to go out to shops or bars, this is the right location, everything is close by. Also the beach can be reached in no time. I would definitely go there again, but not book the side-ocean view.

Jack Gough

This was a nice clean hotel with friendly staff. We arrived early and were able to leave our bags in a secure area before it was time to check in The beach is a short walk away down the hill, scouting it out we found it was made up of a few coves some busier than others so worth having a look around. There is a mini mart on site at the hotel with the essentials, although it would have been nice to have some tea/coffee/water provided as part of the room rate to go with the kettle that's there Room was clean and comfortable with a nice bathroom, the room we were in was much bigger than it looked on the photos (and the balcony was much smaller) so they can vary a lot I think. Some reviews mention the shower was cold, it took some adjustment to get it right but it was anything but cold on the hot side A safe is available for a €10 deposit which we got back at the end when returning the key Pool was quiet and clean, and there are nice views over the sea from here too. Breakfast is a selection of fruit, cereals and pastries, hot drinks and juices. There is the option to have some cooked items ordered fresh which you queue up for so this can take a while We ate once in the hotel restaurant on the first night, we both enjoyed our meals and thought it was both nice food and good value for what you got, contrary to some other reviews. The only real negative was the fridge in the hotel room, it was very loud and turned on and off throughout the night which woke us up at times. We didn't complain about it so can't complain too much now as perhaps they would have fixed it if we had. In summary, a nice quiet hotel with good furnishings and facilities. It's a bit out of town but that's what we wanted, there's still options around to eat (good Italian just 10 minutes walk away). And taxis into the busy areas are only about €5 on Bolt and Uber easily available

Joanna Edmonds

This is a lovely adult only hotel . The rooms are very nice and all of the staff are friendly and want you to enjoy your stay. There is a small pool with loungers area . Plenty to eat at breakfast. I would recommend the hotel but must mention that this is located a little far out with very little around it. The walk to the old town is a good half hour - going there is fine but walking back is a big hill and fine if your fit . Taxis are cheap and most people seemed to use them.

Simon Duchesne

I give it 3 stars because that's what it should be, not 4... The price was alright and the room with a balcony was absolutely fine. It is however an aging hotel and the breakfast buffet is sub par. So 3 stars sounds about right to me. I highly recommend partial sea view!

J Barn

Location for us was perfect. It wasn't too busy and felt relaxed. The views from our balcony were beautiful and the short walk to the beach was enjoyable. All of the staff here are very professional, and really made sure we had the best stay. Alexandre the barman made our stay especially lovely.

S R

Well I have read some previous reviews and I do not agree that this is a nice hotel. We arrived with the pool closed the furniture was disgraceful I would not let my dog lay on it. The food was just awful poor quality and the people there were just not up to running the place. The room was ok but out of date with marble floors and step into bath tap showers. There is nothing to do, the spa was closed the gym was closed, the indoor pool was very badly lit with about two lights. So if you want to go back 25 years go to this hotel it’s a joke and I am told it is self certified as 4* by the owner. A complete shambles would never even make a two star in England.

Frank Barratt

Great hotel I really enjoyed my stay, I had a top floor room with fantastic views, very clean and comfortable, fridge, safe, aircon and free toiletries, bed was really comfy. Self service breakfast was very good lots of choice, bar snacks also great. Staff very helpful and friendly. Unfortunately the weather was dreadful so couldn't use the outside facilities. The resort Monte Gordo very quiet in October and its a small purpose built resort, with good but infrequent transport links, glad I went but wont be going twice.

Jillie R Ashley

Stayed here 16-22 June. Loved it !!! Room was superb. Spacious, clean and beds super comfortable. Location perfect. Just a short walk from the shops, bars and the beach. The staff were amazing. We checked in early on arrived which was so welcome. The breakfasts were excellent and Miguel was the perfect host. Plenty of sun loungers, beds and umbrellas. Only negative was that to use the indoor pool was 17 euros per person which was a shame as outdoor pool was still chilly. I have already recommended to friends and family. Great hotel, great resort and superb staff.

olga zhitikhina

The hotel is way too far from the 4 stars. The window was super small and we felt like we are in a cave. There was no water available (for the 4 stars it is expected). Service and reception was helpful and good and location is also not far from the beach. For short stay yes for the long term I would choose another hotel

Paul Bana

Nice clean hotel. The staff was friendly and the facilities above average. A short walk from the beach, and if you feel like eating out, there are some nice restaurants nearby.

Alex Flattery

Great hotel and great spa, the pool and outside area is well kept and clean , all the staff at hotel are great too

Thu Nga N

We have enjoyed our stay here. They gave every woman a flower the next morning after our arrival. The room is clean and well presented. The staff is friendly, polite and helpful. On my husband's birthday, he got a bottle of champagne, a chocolate cake and a note with beautiful wishes, that were a nice surprise to us, when we returned to the hotel late at night from a trip. Drinks were well made. I paid for some that are not free included on the menu. The Grill bar and Rio restaurant serve tasty food as well. Plenty of snaks, fruits, drinks during the day by the pool. A good pianist played live at breakfast on 2 days of our stay. There was live music on one evening: a singer and a guitarist performed about 3-4 hours The central restaurant is in a good location that you can have a romantic dinner in the sunset. Good place for appropriate price.

Isabel Klennert

Beautiful setting and very nice rooms. Facilities are great. However the food is extremely disappointing. Luckily we didn’t do all-inclusive, and only had breakfast as well as trying lunch at the Grill. If you enjoy food that comes from frozen, from a can or full of preservatives maybe you’ll enjoy the food. The coffee is terrible, there is one machine you eventually find with actual real coffee beans that is half decent. The scrambled eggs are dry and crumbly, I don’t even know if it’s real eggs. Nothing seems to be homemade, it looks and tastes like it comes out of a box from the freezer of a supermarket, and not even the good kind. I think you’re far better off spending the money eating out in town. The staff is friendly although I get the idea that no one really knows what they’re doing, it doesn’t seem like anyone is in charge, resulting in tables that aren’t set and guests trying to ask for knives and forks. I also don’t understand why you would be playing music through speakers in the hallways outside the rooms until 10pm? The price quality ratio in terms of August prices is really not worth it.

Joana Ferreira

Music is way too loud in the pool. Could be softer. The rest is awesome. Lovely clean rooms, wish the bathroom had a door separating the rooms (there is a slide door for the shower and another one for the toilet). People are very very nice, it is amazing being able to spend the whole day on the pool without kids screaming since it is a Adults only hotel - love that. Main pool got really warm during the day, a lot of places for us to sit and lay, shadow or no shadow :) Extra points for the extra veggie/vegan options and non dairy milk options too!

Michael Johnson

**Review: AP Cabanas Beach & Nature** Having not travelled abroad since before the pandemic, I was understandably apprehensive about taking a trip. However, my stay at AP Cabanas Beach & Nature turned out to be a pleasant surprise. The cleanliness of the place and the cheerful, helpful staff were noteworthy. The room was clean and met our needs adequately. The pools were quite cold, and the main pool was often taken over by seagulls, resembling a bird bath more than a swimming pool. Luckily, the indoor pool in the spa area made up for it. We had the spa to ourselves most of the time, which was absolutely amazing! The food at AP Cabanas Beach & Nature was good, though it could have been better. Being a fish lover, I enjoyed fish dishes every night. However, the meat was tough, and as a result, I found myself sticking to a pescatarian diet throughout the stay. I'll just add that the pianist at breakfast was lovely, but one evening during dinner, I swear they were playing rave music! You should have seen the faces of some diners. The staff were friendly and went out of their way to help organise trips to town, the beach, and the shopping mall, which was very convenient. The only downside was the bar staff, who seemed to need more training, in my opinion. Despite these minor issues, we had a wonderful time, especially as it was our first trip to Portugal. This all-inclusive holiday at AP Cabanas Beach & Nature has definitely encouraged us to consider more adventures in the future.

Pris P

Amazing space and very friendly staff. The only reason I didn’t give five stars is that they don’t provide water in your room during hot weather—just one bottle on arrival. Additionally, my partner broke his foot, so I contacted the receptionist before our stay, and they guaranteed us a ground-floor room, which they provided. However, they also promised a chair for the walk-in shower, which, unfortunately, was never provided, even after I requested it in person.

Samantha Goldup

We love this waterpark! It was our second year in the Algarve and we had to go back to this waterpark! We booked our tickets online and got to the park half an hour before opening - there was already a queue to get in which was huge by 10am, but lots of entry gates and everyone was in very quickly. Although it was very busy, it never felt overcrowded. Got straight on some rides first thing, queues got longer but didn't have to wait too long (we did avoid a couple of slides that looked slower). Absolute favourite is the roller coaster, queue always quick, and a great ride that was worth the wait, we went on it 5 times! My children also enjoyed the scarier slides, like the ones that looked vertical, I'm sure 6 year olds wouldn't be allowed on in England! Burgers at lunch time were actually decently priced and really good quality. Will definitely be coming again!

quadfly360

Adult and 2 kids aged 11 and 9. Absolutely brilliant time. Had to get there early like 9am so you had pick of the best spots so set up shop for the day. Found a nice wee spot in a corner under a tree and one of the water slides. Everyone seems to have had a small beach shelter or umbrella. Bring your own food or just use the facilities. We did both. Small snacks and water followed later by a burger or hotdog. 10euro each that includes chip/drink. Very nice I must say. Regarding the rides we powered through the big rides first. Queues weren't so bad. About 30-40min max. Mostly sheltered but a small umbrella can be handy. You'll just have to go back up and retrieve. We all wore water shoes throughout the day as its handier and the ground gets so hot. We loved the main pool and smaller one which people were able to dive in one end. Have a dip and walk about. Nice. Well worth the money and I thought the young staff did well. Very strict on height restriction so make sure.

Gri Barry

We spend a day there, from 10:00 to 18:00 was very busy, the attractions were ok 👌 😀 but because it was so freaking busy we couldn't enjoy the whole park, in 1 place we waited more than 1 our. And so on. We needed a parasol but they only sell them, or you have to fight for 1, around the park, we end up laying around in different places where there was a little bit of shadow. It was so freaking 🔥 hot while you wait on a long line you could get burned by the sun 🌞. But we were prepared. We have fun after all.

Jamie Shepherd

Great water park. Well worth the entrance fee. Loads of rides and never felt too busy. Queues were fine and longest I waited was about 20 mins. This is in the height of summer and when it was a fairly busy day

Eldar Musin

Good place for rest. Smart queue management with reduced amount of slide mats. Possible Improvements: - separate trash - add fat reduced meals - STOP waisting photo paper by printing all pictures

Julie

I'll start my review with the positives. The staff are this hotel's biggest asset. They were all friendly and approachable..... from the helpful reception staff, to the hardworking restaurant staff (shout out to José and Bruno). The hotel was clean and quite nicely decorated in a traditional style and our room was comfortable. We arrived late evening so the restaurant was closed but we were pleasantly surprised to find a packed meal in our room. Now for the minor disappointments. On arrival, we were given an information leaflet which included some rules and regulations and details of additional charges. We were surprised to learn that there was a charge to hire a kettle and 2 cups This is because there was no hospitality tray or tea and coffee making facilities as standard in our room. I'm a tea-lover so paid to hire a kettle ....I've never had to do that in any other hotel. We soon found out that the hotel is a maze and it took a while to find our way around. There was a choice of evening meals, which were nicely cooked and presented well but with the exception of the salmon our first night, we felt that the chef must be working to a tight budget. Now for the location. The hotel is situated on a hill so unless you take a zigzag route into the old town, you are faced with some steep slopes and cobbled paths, which are slippery when wet. Despite these initial issues, we enjoyed our stay at Hotel do Cerro and would like to thank the staff.

Steve Hamilton

Love it! Second time here and will be back again. Lovely old-fashioned hotel, brilliant staff and great facilities. We just thoroughly enjoy our stays here.

Aisling Morgan

We stayed here for 7 nights, the staff is extremely nice and helpful. We got breakfast most mornings, you choose what you want. It is served with pastries every morning. The breakfast is open 8am-10am. The indoor swimming pool is under the breakfast area, but must be requested to open it. It opens 10.30am-5pm. You need to bring a swimming hat, it is €5 per person. It was quite cold. Showers in bedroom were the best showers ever 🚿 The bed is made everyday and we had a large bed so cosy. There is a mini fridge in the press also. There are alarms in every room so make sure you close the balcony door and turn off lights. Staff is very helpful and rang us taxis. A taxi to old town is around €4, and taxi to Zoomarine is around €12. It has a bar also opens at 6pm and music only on Sundays from 6pm. Very happy with our stay and would defo recommend it and it is on our list to stay here again 😁 Thank you Hotel De Cerro stay for an amazing stay!! 😊

Colm McGrath

Rooms are on the small side, the place is a bit of a maze but that’s not an issue just remember which staircase goes where. We did B&B, breakfast is very limited not a buffet you pick from the same list daily so not ideal got bored after day 2 and ate in the town instead. My opinion, some breakfast staff are rigid to the edge of being rude and would have told them where to go but was not on my own. We had an extra bed put in , chairs moved to facilitate this blocked the balcony door so I put them on the balcony to be greeted by a petty note later that day to say don’t put chairs on the balcony as they could be damaged by the weather…how about don’t block access to a possible fire escape route with chairs????Reception staff are really pleasant and helpful. Handy location for the town and beach. Not on my favourite places to stay again.

Tony Webster

My Wife and I spent 10 nights in this lovely hotel. Bedrooms are a little dated, bur more on the traditional taste, TV, air conditioning unit, safe at 2 euros a night. A lovely balcony with a sea view, only down side it was on the top floor, but great view. Breakfast - Breakfast is served to you, you choose what you want from full English, continental and cereals, also comes with a lovely bread and pastries basket, all fresh. All served in a civilised manner and cuts down on waste. Sometimes a little wait, when it's busy. Staff - absolutely fantastic, helpful and always happy to help, especially the staff around the pool/ Breakfast area. Location - Great and only 10 minutes walk. However...... short cut is two very steep hills and a set of long steps at the end then another quite steep hill into the Old Town Square. The other option is the longer route, but still quite steep and possibly difficult for the elderly and people with mobility issues. Plenty of supermarkets around the hotel, approximately the strip or New Town is a good 40 minutes walk away, but plenty of bars and cafes on en-route. We would definitely stay in this hotel again. Good rules that keep it what it is, which I enjoyed. Unfortunately the British are terrible inkeeping with the rules,they let us down. The snack bar is reasonably priced with plenty of choice. We both had a great time. Thank you.

Francis Tay

My wife and I very much enjoyed out stay at this hotel. The rooms are very comfortable. We had a little difficulty with the Wifi but it wasn't insurmountable. The hotel is conveniently located. The staff was very helpful and accommodating. We would like to especially commend Mr Osvaldo, who manages the breakfast buffet service. He went above and beyond to make our stay a memorable one.

Gavin Jones

We stayed here as a family of four in a family room. The hotel feels like a full four / five star experience. The design is very much of its time but is still impressive and well maintained, the concrete architecture around the pool area has real character. The breakfast is brilliant - lots and lots of choice served on a rooftop balcony. Can't fault it. I almost took one star off for location but really this isn't an issue. Ubers are plentiful and less than 5 euros into Tavira. Being slightly outside the town means the hotel is next to the salt flats - the running route is gorgeous and worth checking out. If you want a high quality hotel in Tavira then there isn't anything else like it. Such good value as well.

Brandon Smith

The room was filthy. There wasn't even any soap in the bathroom. Thankfully, we only stayed one night. They tried to make us pay twice for the room. Good thing we had records of payment. Terrible! Know idea where all the positive reviews are coming from.

Nele De Paep

I don’t often write reviews, but I must say that this hotel went beyond to make our stay a comfortable one. It does justice for the Portuguese hospitality. The staff is very helpful and polite and they will do whatever is possible to make you comfortable. I had my 1.5year old baby with me, who was sick and we received the best care and understanding at all times. Rooms always clean, food at the restaurant was great and fresh. The hotel is 5-7’ from the nearest towns, so we used an Uber to get around. Very nice and quiet hotel - ideal for those who want to enjoy a well deserved rest!

Abu Tal.

Stool of mice you may see on banks in the swimming pool...little bit disgusting if you decide to swim. But there are more banks clean on the other side. Sauna is good...personal are kind and polite and helpful . Breakfast OK.

S M

* Receptionist is friendly and recommended activities around, very good service. But, * The lobby smells like pool chlorine the whole time. Building looks dated and need to be repaired here and there. * Apartment room unit also felt dated. * Balcony has spider webs. * Location felt very quiet & a little bit unsafe due to speeding cars directly around the corner.

C Ferreira

We had a fantastic stay at this hotel! Each and every staff member were so kind, friendly and welcoming to us! The management can truly be proud of the team they have behind them! Around 30 minutes after making the reservation we received a call from the hotel to ask more details about how we would like the setup of the 2 different rooms, what my gluten free and lactose free preferences were. That is outstanding. We often travel but never have we received that level of customer service. The breakfast is WONDERFUL!!!!!!! I can not fault it in ANY way! Great variety and the chef knows really well how to cook mushrooms to perfection!!!! They also have a play park area for kids which is always appreciated! Highly recommend this place and would stay here again for sure!

Jai

We prefer a more quiet location so this was ideal for us. It was also about a 5 min walk to the beach, local shops and restaurants so great if you don't want to venu Ture in to a big town. The beach is lovely and clean and stretches for miles with great caves that you can explore. Keep your eye on the tide as it comes in fast, and you could end up cut off. The water was a reasonable temperature and appeared very clean and clear. If you keep walking towards Porto Mayo, there are some excellent restaurants right on the beach. The hotel was lovely and clean. The staff were welcoming and friendly and the entertainment was also very good as we're the pools. The breakfast was also very good. I can see parking in the area being a bit of an issue during the busy season as there isn't much available. The room was clean and tidy. The beds were a little on the hard side for us, and the aircon was on heat as it served the whole hotel, so you go with the hotels preference, not your own. It was quite cool of an evening, so we just slept with the patio doors open. The kitchenette has everything you will need, too. Great find

Ian Ward

Friendly and helpful staff. Breakfast has a vast choice, caters for all.

Frank Mota

Not at all satisfied for a supposing 4 star hotel. Rooms need updating but worst of all was noticing cockroaches on numerous occasions. I would never go back nor would I recommend.

Doreen O'Connell

Thank you fir a lovely stay in your lovely hotel. You were so friendly from the beginning . The hotel is amazing absolutely clean . The room and Balcony was massive very modern and the service was delightful. A stones throw from the new town . The spa and was amazing. Thank you Anna for the fantastic reflexology tou did you are a true professional it worked . The restaurant were great for the evening will definitely be visiting Vila Petra again. This was the holiday we needed. 🙏🏾💛

David Ross

Staff were absolutely fantastic! Pool rules quite strict and prices not the cheapest round the pool, but couldn't fault the staff. Very helpful, very professional and couldn't do enough to make our stay an enjoyable one. Location not the best, but 5 minute walk to the strip and 10 minute taxi to the old town and beach.

Richard Poole

Very nice hotel, five minutes from the Strip. Plenty of bars and eateries on site. Spacious room (studio apartment), well kitted out kitchen. Plenty of on site activities even as we hit off-peak. Recommended.

Andrea

We stayed here 3rd november to the 10th 2024. Lovely hotel, very friendly and helpful staff. We were self catering but had an evening meal there on bbq night which was lovely and steak night too. Pool is lovely and so clean. The whole area is clean inside and out. We are already booked to go back and stay there next April. There is a lovely place around the corner called the cottage who do an amazing breakfast, British. We had such a relaxing holiday and can't wait to go back next year x

Luke Thornton

The grounds are beautiful, the rooms a little dated. The staff works really hard to make you feel welcome. If you do not have a car you can rent one from them. We enjoyed our dining experiences and would highly suggest you ask for the Tiramisu dessert or the the Wine Pear. Not far from the nightlife area and only 10 minutes from old town

Joan Corr

Beautiful hotel. Rooms excellent and very clean. Staff very efficient and friendly. Nice and quiet. About a 15 min walk from the marina but nice pit stop at the Link and drink on the way. A bit hilly so not for the feint hearted. Very safe place to stay.

Orange Spill

Rooms are spacious and clean. The shower is great. Our room had a bedside unit that was on the wonky so you could not put anything on it without sliding off. The pool is extremely warm, almost odd that it's Luke warm, so no shock if you jump in. There is a shallow kids pool next to the family pool which has a gradient and it goes quite deep. There are plenty of sun beds.There is then a separate pool which seems like it's just for adults only. Equally as warm too. The restaurant has limited choice but the quality is good and fairly priced. It's a 12 minute walk to the spar shop. 1.2km to the harbour which is the place to go, especially for the evenings. A cab is 4 euros ! Walk down and get a cab back. Cabs arrived in less than 2 mins. Don't know how, but they do.

Maria xyz

The apartment was nice, clean but a bit dated. The food was very disappointing. We ate breakfast and dinner but would not recommend it. The staff were lovely. The grounds are well kept, and the area is very quiet.

Sepideh Dadashpour

I do not recommend this hotel. This is NOT a 4 star hotel. It was the dirtiest hotel I have ever stayed in. The bathroom drain was blocked and when I took a shower, the entire bathroom was filled with water. I had to stay at the hotel for half of my two day stay while they fixed the bathroom. There was still hair from the previous guest on the pillows. The guest blankets were so dirty and full of soot that my hands turned black when I touched them. When I asked the hotel reception for a clean blanket, they said I should wait until the morning because they only work until 10 pm. This is just a waste of money. I do not recommend it at all.

john george

Vacation highlight, stayed 5 nights and had a great time. Dated but well maintained grounds and rooms. Large room with kitchenette. Full fridge, two burner stove and all necessary pots, utencils to cook meals. Great staff. Had a ground floor room near adult pool which was very quiet and relaxing. Private patio was nice, but ground floor had occasional ants. Parking was outside our door in a gated resort. Very safe and secure. Close to marina, shops and restaurants.

Marta Z

The service at this hotel is fantastic. Animators, reception staff, restaurant staff, bar staff and cleaning service are smiling, friendly, helpful and caring people. The animation guy always greeted us nicely (also in Polish), which was lovely. We thank you very much for this and send you warm regards. The waiters and waitresses also always greeted us friendly and asked if we were okay. You can see that the hotel employees are very nice. That's why we felt at home there. We spent a wonderful 2 weeks and we already miss it, even though we just got back. The hotel is located in a beautiful, romantic area, right next to the Atlantic Ocean. We highly recommend staying here. Portugal is a wonderful country with wonderful people. Thank you for everything, we send greetings from Poland and wish you all the best!

Sammy Felfel

I have waited a little while to write this post, as I wanted to reflect and not write this post in haste. AP Victoria is a lovely hotel with great family rooms, the staff are polite and helpful and the food is great. Where the hotel lets itself down is, it feels overcrowded, this is evident at meals times when you have to queue for meals and for drinks, it's OK at a Macdonalds drive through, but not at a four star hotel. To finish on a positive, the kids' entertainment was fantastic and if you like lively this is the place to go.

Alicja Zbrońska

We stayed for a week it was amazing. Hotel is quite small, quiet perfect for Holidays. I was here with a 6year old, and still there were animations and games Just for a kid. Amazing. Special thanks for Joao Paixao who made this stay wondeful for my kid, mini disco was a hit every Time! Thank you Joao! We will come back for sure, alredy miss you and yours games!!

V H

My partner and I stayed for 6 nights last month and had the best time. The hotel staff were so helpful and polite. The food was lovely, very fresh and tasted amazing. Our room was very comfortable and got cleaned daily. The hotel is beautiful and very close to the beach which is ideal. Thank you for a wonderful stay. I would 100% recommend this hotel if you are staying in Albufeira.

Marion Seal

Great hotel. Lovely clean rooms. Food is good. Excellent staff is great for sports enthusiasts highly recommend

Alan Davis

Absolutely fantastic staff, reception 👍 bar and dining 👍. They are so friendly and helpful. Our room was great, clean and airy. We had a slight problem with a mirror but was replaced within hours. Food was great and large portions. We can't wait to get back there. Many thanks to all ❤️.

Marian Tobin

My husband and I stayed here for 2 nights early August. It was an absolutely lovely stay. So relaxing and so quiet. We loved the pool and rooms were exceptionally spacious. Our room had a nice balcony overlooking the pool. It even had a small kitchenette. The staff were very friendly and there was also someone on reception 24/7. We were given plenty of advice on the best restaurants in the town. Short stroll into town. While there is a hill on the way back, it is actually a fine short walk. Would definitely stay here again!

FLORA TANG

I can’t believe this hotel is 4-star and based on my real experience they are no more than a basic motel. Facilities are old. Towels are yellowish and are with stinks. They claim it’s not dirty. It just old. Whatever! Four star??? Bar is quiet and lack of staff, swimming pool is dirty and many insects dead body floating. No life guard. Staff is rude and lack of professional training. They will extra charge you for their strong will even you settled ALL the bill in front desk with their staff. They claimed that they have policy but without acknowledging you at first place. As a traveler, it’s awful being treated like this and they will deactivate your room key 1.5 hours before check out time. All your personal belongings are still inside the room. Front desk staff never greet and smile. It seems you should greet them first in return for a proper and pleasant smile. So don’t bother checking with this hotel. If you want to ruin your holiday and test your level of tolerance. They won’t disappoint you, especially the front desk, Laura Santo. Overall the hotel just don’t care their guests and what they services they are providing. Good luck if you still have a thought to stay with this hotel.

Russell Taylor

Excellent staff, attentive and courteous. Hotel has good facilities and parking. 20minute walk from the town centre but this makes it a quiet haven. Recommended.

Michael Faustino Bauer

Pretty nice, great service, some older interior but beds and bathrooms in top renewed shape. Big pool ( shallow ), on top of hill, so nice after dinner walk uphill ( 20 minutes, ,). Breakfast good, but ask for real coffee, not the stuff from the selfservice "coffee" machine

Trace Jinks

If I could give zero stars I would!!!!We had Cockroaches in the room more or less every day, massive ones too!! When we complained we was told several times it was because we was on the ground floor near the pool and the area had a problem with these critters?! We was offered top floor but was with friends, one of whom was disabled and we had to help with her so couldn't be too far away and they couldn't move both rooms. My friends room was smothered in ants! We complained to reception first who always sent someone to remove them, one lady stamped on one several times before it died and then sprayed everywhere?! The Jet2 rep was useless and just passed the buck from herself back to the hotel and said there problem so they should deal with it! Staff are mostly nice and welcoming. Entertainment nowhere near as good as anywhere else I have been though. Last day (Monday) was good, we did Aqua in the pool and when we looked at the timetable the animation lady had the wrong days events running (she was doing Tuesday's events). One bar staff guy was very rude but the others were all fantastic! Don't waste your money going here u less you want to live with cockroaches for your entire stay! One flew at me whilst I was showering, scared me so much I almost slipped over and smashed my face on the bath.

Inka Ponni

The location is peaceful, good beaches and restaurants within walking distance, free parking. Room cleaning was done daily and the cleanliness was very good. The staff was nice. The balcony was disappointing, no privacy, the view could have been better and the chairs really need an update

Jade Harvey

Tired, old fashioned hotel with rude reception staff and noisy rooms that smell of stale smoke. I was put in a room right above the laundry room and it was vibrating with the noise of tumble dryers for 5 hours untill I couldn't stand it any more and asked what it was. Joao at reception was not apologetic, only changed my room when I said that the noise going on until 11pm wasn't really acceptable, and didn't say sorry—was really shocked this is supposed to be a 4 star hotel. I've rarely encountered more unhelpful and rude staff, especially in the Alrgarve when people are normally so lovely! Such a shame.

David Mooney

If I had an option to give it - 10 I would Honestly think twice before staying here There is no air conditioning turned on in the whole building we arrived approx 2pm to massive queues & the heat in reception omg The reception is grim & rude staff - not helpful Rooms not ready ok told to keep coming back & checking Ask for 2 room keys they give you 1 so u won’t leave air con on when your out Got into rooms which were dirty Bed bugs 🐜 Dirty bathroom No storage Hairs in drawers Asked to be moved to a disabled room which they wanted an extra £400 euros Really dated rooms beds & furniture Noisy Had about 5 arguments with staff being so rude Never experienced anything like it ever Food is like children’s school meals Same thing every day Pool is overcrowded Have to collect pool towels from reception on 2nd floor & pool is on 1st floor It’s just awkward with kids & so stupid Pool towels should be by pool Staff in pool bar & food in pool bar is lovely Guy who is restaurant manager is so rude He came over & removed one of our tables that we were sat at for dinner he said you’ve eaten & I’ve got more guests to feed No one was sat at that table I have very high standards haven’t we all & everyone is different however I didn’t want to be having argument after argument on holiday my wife was crying as the bar man was so rude to her This hotel could be so much better it’s such a shame If only people did their job properly that’s all I ask Also not disability friendly in my opinion ! I’ve still got 2 more days to go & I would have been happy going home today due to this hotel

Marie Oxley

We have just spent a week at Vila Gale Atlantico - 6 adults 3 small children and 1 baby We couldn't fault the hotel in any way The rooms were spacious very clean and comfy beds The staff were wonderful very friendly and made us feel very welcome The pool area was very clean and the children absolutely loved the slides in the children's pool and the well equipped playground - happy children - happy parents! The breakfast was very good - plenty to choose from We have been holidaying in this area of Gale for a number of years and we would all definitely come back to the Atlantico The position is perfect for so many things - firstly the beautiful beaches and beach bars a great supermarket and chemist nearby and really good restaurants - Zoo marine is about 20 mins away and Slide and Splash about 35-40 mins both a must for the children Thank you so much I'm sure we'll all be back next year

Jason Wassermann

The hotel is relatively small and very friendly. All of the staff were welcoming and whilst out of town away from the marina the area is pleasantly quiet and handy for golf courses. The rooms are relatively spacious and the pool facing balconies nice. Avoid the ground floor rooms especially 011 as they are noisy and close to the reception / bar area.

Skye Shadez

It's a great hotel for a family situated in a nice, quiet neighborhood just opposite the Hilton. A nice hotel overall, clean rooms and decent breakfast but not many choices. The pool is a bit small but the rooms are spacious. The rooms do need an upgrade, everything works but just need a bit of a new touch. Parking is not an issue, plenty of parking outside of the hotel, the hotel itself has parking area but it's always full. One of the staff, Pedro made our day. He's super friendly, helpful and enthusiastic. Love his energy!!

Gareth Chapman

Beautiful hotel, staff and food - excellent!! A little too far from the marina to walk but free shuttle bus a few times daily from the Hilton opposite. Would advise car hire for maximum flexibility.

Simona J

Such a lovely hotel, with amazing staff and food was the best! Staff was so attentive, very clean room, had an issue with aircon but maintenance was at our room within minutes and offered another room if we wanted. Will definitely be back just for food alone! 100% recommend.

Julie Brown

Hotel, staff and food were wonderful. Location quiet which suited us. There is a shuttle bus to the Marina but it is on a limited schedule. Would definitely go again.

Elise Slotte (Wow Guide Portugal)

This is a really Good Hotel in Tavira. Clean interior design inspired by the Moorish heritage. Located close to the market and 5 min walk to center and the ferry to the beach island. The staff is very friendly and service minded and the restaurant offers excellent food. The spa area is lovely with a nice indoor pool and jacuzzi. You can also book treatments. The outdoor pool is not heated but lovely in summertime. This hotel is very spacious so even if there are big groups of guests, you never experience a crowded feeling. I can highly recommend this hotel! Elise, guide

MOLLY WA

Professional, courteous, knowledgeable staff. The whole team has pride in their workplace engagement with clients. Plus a fantastic brunch, breakfast open to the public, 12,00 euros. I was not a room guest so I am unable to rate at this time.

Sue Borthwick

Well located as very close to Tavira centre and all amenities/restaurants. Hotel has relatively modern furnishings and bedrooms of good size & beds comfortable but bathroom needed an update. Staff were all very friendly and accommodating however breakfast (buffet style) was very chaotic at times and we had to queue for a table. The food choice of both hot and cold items was good but sometimes slow to be replenished. We had a very enjoyable stay overall.

Lisa Geisler

We stayed here a as part of a cycling trip. It was perfectly located and had lots of amenities. We enjoyed the spa after our long ride. It was walkable to restaurants and shops! The breakfast buffet had lots of options too.

Tim Nash

Lovely hotel. Good sized rooms. Good breakfast buffet. Clean and tidy. Pigeons a bit of a nuisance but hotel has embarked on pest control measures with bird spikes which made a difference. Nice pool area. Never busy. Bar and snacks nice and reasonably priced. Only one meal in the restaurant which was hot and tasty. Well located short stroll into Tavira and to the beech ferry.

V MR

I recently visited the cocktail bar at the Maria Nova Lounge Hotel in Tavira, and it was a fantastic experience! The bar itself is chic and comfortable, with a stylish ambiance that perfectly complements the hotel's modern vibe. But what truly stood out was the bartender. Friendly, attentive, and genuinely passionate about his craft, he made us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. Not only did he help us choose the perfect drinks based on our tastes, but he also shared insights about the cocktails, the ingredients, and a few local favorites, adding a personal touch that elevated the whole experience. Having someone so knowledgeable and enthusiastic behind the bar truly made a difference—his warmth and expertise turned our evening into a memorable one. If you’re in Tavira, I highly recommend stopping by the Maria Nova Lounge Hotel's cocktail bar on the 4th floor. With service like this, the experience easily deserves a 5-star rating!

Robert Jackson

We have stayed in this hotel a couple of times over the years. It was my favourite in Tavira but this time I felt it was a little tired and jaded. I have no complaints about the staff who were always polite and helpful. Breakfast was generally okay with lots of things to choose from. However, normally better hotels have real fruit juices rather than squashes. The water from the juice dispenser had an awful chemical taste. Like many hotels the coffee was barely acceptable. There room was fine but not exceptional. My wife had problems using the shower over the bath. The large fixed shower screen meant that she had to climb into the bath to operate the shower. She couldn't actually manage to pull the lever out and I had to climb into the bath and pull out the lever. The bath was very slippery. It was no fault of the hotel but it didn't help that we had a view of a building site with the accompanying noise if we opened any windows. We had a few drinks and a couple of light snacks in the rooftop bar. The service was variable but the overall experience was very pleasant. How good the location is depends on your needs. It wouldn't be particularly good for a beach holiday. It's a short walk to Tavira which is a very pleasant town with lots of restaurants and bars. However, the walk is downhill which means returning uphill which would be a struggle the some people. Having said that it's easy to get to by car or taxi. I would go back to the hotel again.

Susan Mitchell

Just back from a lovely 4 nights at this hotel! We would definitely recommend it! The selection of food at breakfast is great and the pianist is a lovely touch! The only thing missing was fresh fruit juice or smoothie. The juice machine isn't very nice. We stayed B&B and were so grateful for all of the lovely restaurants nearby the hotel for lunch and evening meals. The hotel is in a good location, close to several restaurants within a few minutes walk. Also not far to walk to the castle and see many of the beautiful churches! Lovely swimming pool with plenty of loungers and the food and drink we had at the pool bar was nice. The room was lovely and clean with a great shower. The pillows are not the most comfortable but we slept well. The construction site next to the hotel didn’t affect our stay but for those who like a nice view from their balcony, a pool view could be requested. There was some noise from the construction site but it wasn't too noisy and didn’t disturb our stay or our sleep. Overall we would recommend this hotel for a stay to explore the lovely Tavira!

Ro B

Lovely hotel in a brilliant location. Staff are friendly and helpful. Roof bar is really lovely, great sunsets and view. Would recommend room at back of hotel as sun sets there so balcony gets evening sun, pool side gets sun in the morning and the building site is a bit noisy in the mornings. Didn’t wake us though. Complimentary bottle and cake for my birthday was a nice touch.

Deb Hodder

Hotel rooms seem tired and worn. Could really use a freshening up. Limited amenities in the bathrooms. Rooms were dirty with many scuff marks on the walls. No coffee machine or coffee in the room. Only instant coffee and kettle. Mini fridge in the closet kept over heating so we had to keep the closet door open. Safety deposit batteries not checked so staff had to repair same in our first day. The staff at check in were rude and stand offish. The welcome drink was nice but we felt very rushed and unwelcome. We went to the roof bar one night and three times we asked for drink and snack menu from staff. No one ever did return to take our order. After 20 mins waiting we left as there was no service from any of the staff who were too busy on their phones. Hardly any other patrons on the roof bar but the staff couldn’t be bothered to serve us? Main plus for this tired hotel was the pool. Well maintained and good service at pool bar. For the money you spend here we expected much better service and quality and it sadly lacked all of it. Parking underground is limited and will cost 5euros per day but worth it if you can get one. Breakfast buffet was lovely but the coffee (espresso) etc is HORRID! Get better coffee please. Upon check out today not even a thank you or hoped you enjoyed your stay from the two men on the desk. Also a note, that as of Sept 2024 there is a major construction project happening right next door to this hotel & there is a lot is dust from same.Overall poor!

Jaro Peeters

This was by far one of the best hotels I've stayed at with my family. When we arrived, the check-in process was quick and smooth; we received our keys and were able to settle into our little house immediately. The interior was very clean and cozy, and each house has its own parking space right out front. There's a public swimming pool that's perfect for cooling off or for the kids to enjoy. The location is also ideal, being very close to the sea and offering beautiful views. They clean your room around 10 a.m. each day, so you can enjoy fresh bedsheets every night. It's truly the perfect place for a relaxing stay.

Jack Storey

We have stayed at Salema Beach Village twice. Which is a first! We have never been back to another resort twice - which speaks volumes. It’s extremely well presented, clean and picturesque set in a perfectly services villages with restraints, bars and shops. The main beach is clean, with lovely smaller beaches within a 30 minute walk. The homes are clean, and spacious with often great views. The pool is lovely with plenty of space and the bar is well stocked and the food good. The only feedback I have is that the kitchens are not fully equipped, for example no peeler, or mixing jug/bowl - things like that. Also the pool is cold - fine for a refreshing dip but our little one didn’t spend hours splashing because she found it a little too cold. Back on the positive, the staff are fantastic and if you do run into any problems - they are really helpful. Also the free taxi service into the town is a lifesaver with kids.

Cel Peters

Attentive, friendly and helpful staff. Apartments clean, well furnished and decorated, even the exterior. Pool well maintained and was made to feel special. Sea view was beautiful. Is on a very steep hill. However, the hotel staff offer free lifts up and down the hill. Enjoyed every moment and highly recommend.

Gemma Boggs

5 star accommodation! Staff were so friendly and the place is very well looked after. Very clean and modern accommodation, with everything you need during your stay. You don't need to bring towels, as they are provided, even for the beach and pool! Also there is free transport from your room to the beach, whenever you need it. Absolute life saver! As the hill is very steep! The location is idilic, sandy beach and just enough eating options to vary through your stay. I would recommend booking restaurants the day before, as they get booked up fast. The sun loungers on the beach are only 15euro for 2 and the beach bar is very convenient and not expensive. This holiday is perfect for family and people looking for a quieter holiday, only a couple of small bars and definitely no English breakfast option at the restaurants! Just fresh, local food, cooked really well. There is a small local shop which had a great range and again reasonable prices. If you want to go exploring, then you may need a hire car. But we spent 4 days there and didn't feel the need to leave, as there was everything we needed within the location. Highly recommend for a holiday if you want a quieter, slower pace for a while.

Theresa

Beautiful resort filled with stunning self-catered villas. Came here with two young children (3 and 1) and had a fabulous time. The resort is in quite a hilly area but NAU offered a shuttle service from the beach back to the resort which helped when both children fell asleep. If you are looking for a beach get-away with lovely sea-views this is the place to be.

Desi Dodova

I was here back in 2017 and really really enjoyed the accommodation and was impressed by how luxurious the room was! Now, back in August 2024 I was in another house/ part of the village and was not impressed but the room at all! Very small, open bathroom, no privacy and no at all luxurious as expected for 260 Euros per night! I expected more for the money, actually taking into account that the price more than significantly increased since 2017. Nevertheless, the room was clean and breakfast was amazing. Thank you to the bartender for making amazing drinks. I am sure dinner at the restaurant would be very delicious as well.

iliana montauk

Incredible vibe, breakfast, and service. So relaxing and beautiful! Some rooms are quite a bit worse than others which wasn't obvious when we booked but after asking for a switch we got a lovely room. Easy walk to downtown and much nicer than staying there.

Will L

Excellent spot to stay in Lagos. A little outside of the town but it's an easy and safe walk, approximately 20 minutes to the town centre. The breakfast is very good with a huge array of options - you won't be hungry. The staff are personable and helpful. The rooms are quiet and the blackout blinds are brilliant.

Gerald

Very relaxing stay. You get the best of both worlds: a big appartement which feels like home, combined with the facilities and service of a luxury hotel: breakfast buffet, restaurant, pool, gym, spa… The highlight were the breakfast (so much choice that we were there for over 1 hour), the dinner (quality food, friendly service, cozy vibes), and the location (peaceful and 5min walk from the beach and ponta da piedade to hike, jog, or cycle). Didn’t want to leave

Mark

It's not really a village! It's a collection of houses with rooms all within walking distance, some houses are quite far away from the main facilities. My room 69 was in a house .75km away from the house that hosted breakfast and the gym was in another house. This is quite a walk back and forth, across busy roads so beware if you're not too mobile. My room unfortunately had a view of a derelict building on a busy road and the building was surrounded by poorly maintained streets and buildings. On a plus note, the gym was great although an AC didn't work and the breakfast was good. I'd go back but would suggest describing it as a village is slightly misleading.

Karoly Cserfalvi

I have been lucky enough to have visited quite a few holiday resorts and AP Oriental is one of the best ones. We have spent 6 nights there, and got a room upgrade. Our suite was spacious and clean. The hotel has a great decor. The pool is a bit small, but the garden and sunbathing area is wonderful. The hotel has a direct access to the wide, sandy beach. Food in the hotel is above what is expected in a buffet setup. Every day fish, prawns, nice variety of meat, salads for dinner. Breakfast is quite bread-focused but much better than in Spain or Italy. The restaurant has a wonderful view of the ocean. Anyone complaining need to have their expectations right. This place is great in an amazing location and the hotel team has been also cool. Strongly recommended.

Ralf Bösemann

We stayed here a few days beginning of October for a short holiday. The experience was really great, everything very comfortable . The quality and variety of food for breakfast and dinner was outstanding. The beach 🏖️ close by and the pool and garden also much appreciated. We would love to come back!

Vicky Wheeler

Great location, beach beautiful but restaurant needs a revamp as it serves cold food and minimal choice. Only 1 bottle of water supplied on arrival and never foc with your evening meals. Very strange walking through dining area to get to pool and back to lounger in gardens. Alcohol in bar area very good quality, but very sporadic in service while on loungers. The ice cream parlour opposite the hotel is amazing, and the food in the harbour area is great. Overall very relaxing, enjoyed the peace and quiet and late evenings was lovely just chilling in the outside bar area playing cards and chatting.

Maria Cristina Petrache

My initial expectations were quite high, so I was disappointed at first. The hotel lacks dedicated parking, directing guests to find street parking on their own. Although I paid for a room with a sea view, ongoing construction at the hotel meant my view was obstructed by dirt and a construction site. The rooms are spacious and the bathrooms are nice, but having the bathroom window open into the hallway is rather unpleasant. However, the hotel is redeemed by its excellent location and the quality of the food served at breakfast and dinner.

Jay Atanda

Worst hotel ever - not even water is complimentary in the rooms. For meals, you get served a meal - no water, no juice. You pay to even drink water with your meals. Can’t help but think it’s greed driving this decision by the hotel and restaurant. For how much guests pay to stay here during Afro Nation, you’d think they’d at least offer water complimentary with meals. Do not recommend staying. Rooms were dusty too. Response to manager: The room booked is a suite and I asked for water at the front desk - I was informed I had to go to the restaurant to buy it. Why did your front desk misinform me? And why is water for sale in your hotels restaurant? I’ve never seen that anywhere in the world. Room is dusty. Bathroom stinks. No basics in the room - not even slippers. For the amount paid (triple to quadruple prices because of the festival) the minimum you can do is provide basics and excellent service which is sorely lacking here. Also, what do you mean by half-board and not all-inclusive? One, I paid full price for a suite. Two, what does that have to do with the issue I raised about lack of basic necessities for a hotel stay? Three, where is the documentation informing me this stay isn’t all inclusive? This terrible hotel doesn’t even provide lunch. Other hotels in the area that cost far less provide lunch. The only good thing about this hotel is the location. I still don’t recommend a stay here.

Andrew Rexstraw

We came here a number of times 30 years ago. It still has wonderful memories but it is looking very tired now. So disappointing. The toilets at the Atlantic Pool are disgusting, filthy. The tiles at the pool at the hotel are breaking up. This lack of attention is so disappointing. The staff are wonderful, especially Monika.

Will Bruce

The hotel is great and we have been here 3 times but on this occasion our trip was marred by an all night party opposite our residence. Having had to visit reception at 4.30am to tell escalate with the hotel, then having no sleep I dealt with management here about some remuneration for the one night affected. They flat refused. Staff are great..management aren't!

Diogo Barbosa

This is an old resort with a lot of the houses being privately owned for a long time. The entire situation is fantastic; several pools, playgrounds, direct beach access, parking spaces, security and so on. At this time the resort is lacking some maintenance, both on the houses and the public areas.

Paul Folkes

Had a lovely stay for father’s 60th during the SITA 2024 festival. Staff extremely accommodating and welcoming. Special thanks to Monica and her team at Restaurante Prainha Clube (the poolside restaurant/bar). The quality/portion size was excellent on all food options, from bar snacks to main meals. Drinks were all delicious and highly recommend the fresh smoothies on offer if you’ve had a big night before… I’ll be back!

Nikos Patsalides

We've been returning to Prainha Clube Hotel for many years. What we like most about coming slightly out of season is that it's peaceful and relaxing, yet still hot enough to enjoy the weather. The people we've built friendships with over the years are so kind; that is another reason why we keep returning. We've created some beautiful memories and visited some fantastic places of interest. The resort is exactly what we need, the rooms are good both in terms of size and standard. They have pictures in each room showing the hotel being built and the vision they had way back then. The rooms with uninterrupted sea views are fantastic. We've been lucky enough to stay in the penthouse, which is excellent, too and includes 360-degree panoramic views of the sea and the mountains. The infinity pool is excellent; they have two pools. Great for the kids, and the beach is a 5-10 minute walk straight out of the hotel. There's a bus stop outside the hotel, or you can get a taxi, a 5-minute drive into Alvor, where you'll find the restaurants, marina, bars, and shops. I would highly recommend Prainha Clube.

Cathie Woods

We went to the Sports Bar for a meal. It was quiet, but a lovely set up. We ordered 3 meals, I had the Brown's Burger (it was huge!) And needed help from my family to finish my meal! But it was great value. We will definitely return again while on our holiday.

S L

Joined here as a member to use the facilities. Fitness classes are fun and they have diverse options to choose from. We were regulars at the sauna and steam room, which is perfect if you’re wintering in Vilamoura. The restaurant has got some delicious, homey food. The staff are great too!

Jessica Jean

I had high hopes for this “sports club”. I got a membership only because of its proximity to my house but canceled only a month in. The weight room is small and old, which I could work with. Too bad the service is poor. Some of the staff have been friendly and I wish I had their names. Today my husband and I had such a rude encounter with Catalina as I was helping my 3 year old son with swim lessons. She was rude to me when I asked for a swim cap. I let it slide. However, after our class, she took the opportunity to lecture me about needing to be present with the child in the pool, not just on the side of the pool. Her delivery was filled with eye rolls and a stern talking to like I was a child. For what I pay, I will not tolerate such bad service and treatment. I canceled my membership on the spot. This is not a good quality sports club, just conveniently located.

Ellen Maier

We came here to play tennis with the company. The facilities are great! We really enjoyed our time here.

Noeleen Ward

Lovely spot but a bit out of town if you don't have transport.

shweta mhetar

The hotel is located very far away from any restaurant and supermarket nothing in proximity of 20 minutes walking distance. Can't go out without the car. The reception staff was very friendly and polite. breakfast menu just the same and no changes quite boring. Dinner menu not many options and quite expensive. Rooms were good quite a classic decor. Housekeeping needs a lot of improvement because the room wasn't being cleaned properly. The hair and sand was just there on the floor for all the 7 days that we were there. They have large pool and kids pool hence a family friendly place. Every night they have activities for the kids and families which is fun. The property has kids play room and also a park. Overall a nice stay

dear.lorrie

To begin with, I never wanted to write this. But now, coming from the reception, I feel like I have to. First thing first, the room we were assigned was infested with ants. After reporting this issue, we were moved to a second room, which unfortunately, was not properly cleaned. We requested housekeeping to address the cleanliness issue, but when they came, they made the bed and I guess…that’s all. (I will attach a picture with the bathroom window, that’s been sitting there for quite a while. I won’t attach photos with the remaining toenails on the floor and so on.) Additionally, we needed an iron, but were informed that there were no irons available at the hotel, which was very inconvenient. We were told this was due to safety reasons, yet there was no alternative space provided for ironing, such as a designated ironing room. The laundry service offered returns clothes only the next day, which is not helpful if you have an important meeting or event and need pressed clothes urgently. Moreover, the level of English spoken by the staff was very poor, which made communication difficult and frustrating. The check-in process was extremely slow, leading to a long line forming behind us. This, combined with the lack of responsiveness and overall attitude of the staff, made for a very unpleasant stay. Although I initially said I wouldn’t write a review about our experience, I now feel compelled to do so due to the unprofessional and disappointing attitude we encountered. The only positive aspect of our stay was the entertainment team, who were fantastic and very engaging. I hope you take this feedback seriously, your place has a tremendous potential but still there’s a lot of work to be done.

Juju

It is a 3 stars hotel disguised as a 4 stars. The food is not great, the breakfast items are industrial. Not a single local produce in sight... Where are the local cheeses? The chorizos? Everything is highly processed and lacks any sort of taste. It is a kids friendly hotel with tons of activities for them which is great for families. The swimming pool is gorgeous. The direct access to the beach at the back of the hotel is a luxury not a lot have in algarve. The beds are absolutely awful. The mstrss seemed be wrapped in plastic which makes it super uncomfortable and very loud. The staff is very kind and helpful. The mosquito situation is not being delt with. We got distroid these little killers. Had a decent stay overall. I don't understand how this is rated 4 stars and will not be recommending this place.

Jimmy A

Located with easy access to the amazing beaches of ilha de tavira and a few kilometres away from town this hotel has a very calm location in near nature. Rooms are spacious and clean. Staff do an excellent job at front desk. Breakfast is plentiful. Pool area is large and well maintained with plenty of sun beds.

Richard Vanegas

Beautiful landscapes. Bar a food with qualified chef and kindness. Vintage rooms at the antique tuna fish arraial, something different to enjoy!

Jason Gourley

Really nice course. We played off the yellows and it wasn't too long nor short. Greens were good and the fairways were good. A bit of a trek between some holes of you're walking the course but with the electric trolley it was fine. I would absolutely play this course again. Loved it.

Dave Newts

Nice course, very challenging for your average/poor golfer as there is a lot of water. Lovely club house to enjoy a post (or pre) round drinks in the sun.

Gerard Cooke

Didn't stay in rooms but played golf on Alamos. Course was in terrible condition from start to finish. Fairways bare and grass on greens overgrown. Bins overflowing at most tee boxs and toilets on the course had no water. Which left urinals blocked. Overall a terrible experience

Jaap Van Oranje Nassau

I recently had the misfortune of playing at Morgado Golf Course in Portugal, and it was one of the worst golfing experiences I've ever had. To start, there were no golf carts available. Yes, you read that right – I was forced to walk a full 18 holes carrying a tour bag. In 2024, at a supposedly premium golf course, how is that even possible? The course itself was in terrible condition. It was bone dry, making it feel more like a stroll through a desert than a golf course. To make matters worse, the course was overbooked to the max. I spent 6 painful hours trying to finish 18 holes because there were up to three flightswaiting at every single hole. It felt more like standing in line at an amusement park than playing golf. As for the course design? An absolute joke. It's incredibly easy with no real challenges. If you're looking for a stimulating round, look elsewhere – literally any other course in the Algarve would be a better choice. The only challenge was trying to stay awake and get through it. To add insult to injury, I paid way too much for this disaster. For what they charge, this is nothing short of a tourist scam. Trust me, save your money and play at one of the many far superior courses in the Algarve. Morgado is a complete waste of time and money. Avoid at all costs

Tom McMahon

This is a good course, overall in good condition. Back 9 is in the hills so the holes are a bit more fun - not to say the front 9 is bad. Played on my own, one of the first tee times of the day and absolutely flew round. Would happily play again.

Carlitta

The resort was very peaceful and the grounds nicely taken care of. About a 7 minute drive from the main town of Lagos and a couple minutes drive from the main beach Meia Praia. Upon arrival it was very clean and the kitchen was fully stocked with everything you needed to cook with. The Nespresso machine, capsules and milk were very much appreciated. The receptionists were very welcoming and accommodating with our requests.

Matthew JJ

Great service and rooms look nice. The premises, however, have a complicated location to the beach and also have a strange gate system. For instance our building is the closest to gate 1 however the entrance in by gate 2 and all the gates have (for an unknown reason) different keys even though the whole place is connected. Also don't expect no keycards, old-school huge keys are what's used here so if you do travel with multiple people, beware you only have 1 key

Martin Hughes

Amazing place , villa was lovely and well equipped, gardens were beautiful, great pool and kids pool , restaurant had lovely food at reasonable price , pool side bar was great especially happy hour , life guard and security guard always on duty ! Definitely hire car needed as it is 25 mins walk from town on a narrow dangerous road only wide enough for one car and no footpaths . Taxi 8-10 euro to the marina and town . If you want a quiet time in a self contained resort and lounge by the pool all day then this is perfect place !

Izzy M

The apartment was lovely very well equipped, dish washer , washing machine . Pool was lovely . Restaurant was good but quite expensive (meal for 2 adults 4 kids 130 euros) Paul who we booked it with was always on hand if we needed anything. Highly recommended this place and lagas was a 30 mins walk away was beautiful especially at night , the narrow streets many bars restaurants were all very good

Marc Mulligan

My girlfriend and I were attending a family wedding in Lagos at the end of September last year (2015). We booked a place which we thought was purely functional, convenient location, somewhere to sleep when not with my family. We were very surprised. Jardim da Meia Praia has beautiful and spacious apartments. For less than €50 per night we had a 2 storey, 2 balcony, very large apartment. There was a washing machine, microwave, oven (with 4 cooking rings) and a fridge. In the fridge was two 1L cartons of milk and two 2L bottles of water. There were some oranges on the kitchen counter with a note explaining the story behind the oranges. They were delicious. The bed was very comfortable. The receptionist was friendly and helpful. The locks on the doors were solid. So solid that they do take some time to lock and unlock but at least you know that your stuff is safe. The only downside was the food in the little restaurant by the swimming pool (the swimming pool was lovely). We ate at the swimming pool restaurant while waiting to check in on our arrival. We did not eat there again. Food was low quality. If we are going to stay in Lagos again, we will definitely stay at Jardim da Meia Praia. You should too.

Bogdan Protopopescu

I am already a regular visitor at this hotel on and off season. I love it for the location, the pools and the spa. The rooms need a refresh and and either warm heater for drying swim suits and balconies need hangers for clothes. Other than this this is a great experience.

Victoria Wade

Lovely hotel, wasn't too busy at the pool either. Very close to shops and food, not too far from the beach. We were there for my partners 30th birthday, and room service had left us a bottle of wine and some cake as a birthday gift! Very sweet. Only reason we've given 4* for service is there were one or two interactions with a slightly rude receptionist, but for the most part staff were great!!

claire walker

UK half term Oct break. Pool fab but like an ice bath. Wrong time of year to enjoy it, good indoor pool, apart from the charge to buy hats. Great location. Room very dated including bathroom with a shower that doesn’t drain well (Didn’t tell the staff, probably should have) Staff lovely. Good breakfast.

Geraint Thomas

Excellent hotel within walking distance of the beaches and the Old Town. The staff are the main reason we stay, always friendly and efficient at whatever is asked of them. Anna at reception is always most helpful as are all of the other staff. The hotel features a top class spa with a steam room and sauna plus excellent restaurant facilities. If you’re bringing children the Club Nep team will look after them like princes and princesses! We hope to come back soon!

Alexandra White

Lots of good points but also some not so good. Just come back from a 5 night stay. Staff were efficent and friendly especially Douglas and I didn't get his name but a tall thin guy with tattoos from the breakfast/dinner area. We enjoyed all the food we had there. Nice area for kids! Location is fab! The pool is great BUT too noisy and loads of wild groups! Do not agree with the whole leaving your towel on the sunlounger at 9am but not using it till 5 hours later. Rooms are ok, need an upgrade. 1 out of our 3 single beds was comfortable. We didn't know until we asked but they allow upto 5pm to clean your room which I feel is too late. We were out for over 6 hours and it still hadn't been cleaned. The English pub they have is lovely again nice staff but the service is too slow. Overall we did enjoy our stay and hope to return.

B B

We are staying at this hotel for a total of 11 days and, unfortunately, are quite disappointed. The service at the reception desk has been very poor and unwelcoming. Upon check-in, we received minimal information regarding procedures and available amenities. Both the breakfast and dinner buffets are, at best, average, and the dining area is extremely loud and overcrowded. Room cleanliness is also lacking. The bathroom only has a sliding door, which fails to provide sufficient privacy, allowing sounds to be heard throughout the room. The biggest issue, however, is the sink, which has had a clogged drain since day one. When we mentioned this to the front desk, the staff member couldn’t even make a note to inform housekeeping for the following morning. The fact that housekeeping hadn’t noticed or addressed this issue by the fourth day speaks volumes. The spa feels more like a children’s playground. Parents are actually bringing their screaming children into the sauna. Why is this even allowed? Any chance for relaxation is completely lost! On the sixth day, we simply didn’t receive any towels. The cleaning staff took the old ones but didn’t replace them. When you call the front desk, they just hang up right away. Unbelievable. Overall, I would not recommend staying here. This is our second experience with a Vila Galé hotel, but the quality here does not compare to that of Vila Galé in Galé.

Stephanie Bevacqua

I wouldn’t recommend this hotel. My husband and I just stayed here for 2 days as part of our holiday along the coast, and we got stuck in room 1007. Upon check-in, the guy was saying how “it’s a full house and not a room available”. I realize now he was telling us that because the room we got stuck with was musky smelling and air conditioning wasn’t working. It was the worst night stay along our 2 week vacation. We went to the front desk to say the Air Conditioning wasn’t working, to which they sent a guy and he said oh, this is normal across the entire hotel. The air conditioner is just built this way. So we did a test of it throughout the day and it just got worse. By that evening, we finally got a great front desk person who agreed to give us a different room. We got 3007 and what a concept, the air conditioning was working. Looks like they just have a lazy maintenance crew who didn’t want to work on it. Further to that, the front desk guy saying it was a full house, to try and get us to not complain, clearly knowing that air conditioner wasn’t working. The worst part of it all, waking up in the middle of the night drenched from sweating so much. I don’t recommend this hotel. They clearly don’t care about their guests and they don’t want to fix something that would help their guest feel more comfortable. Stay somewhere else, where you get what you pay for and you have honest staff.

Ruben Shikanyan

Very nice hotel. The hotel complex is huge, the staff is very helpful and friendly, the cleaning is on the top, never seen such a clean hotel. They also have a nice playground for kids and a kids swimming pool. We had a half-board, breakfast are the same every day but the dinners were changing and everything was very tasty. Across the road there is a big sandy beach.

Bailing Xiang

The hotel is very nice and only a few minutes walk to the beach. The beach is very beautiful. Unfortunately, the food in the hotel restaurant is too bad. The restaurant is too small and you often have to wait in a long line. There are very few varieties and the taste is also average. It is not recommended to book an all-inclusive package.

THRS LHMN

I’m staying at a Vila Galé hotel for the second time, and I’m really disappointed by the Vila Galé Lagos. The check-in was quick, but I didn’t get enough information about the hotel, its services, or what’s available. After searching online and connecting to the hotel Wi-Fi, I was able to find some answers, but both, the initial welcome and the information in the room need improvement. Additionally, the hotel isn’t suitable for guests without children or anyone looking for peace and quiet. It’s noisy everywhere— in the rooms, hallways, during meals, and even in the spa. The spa should be a relaxing place, but it’s quite the opposite. The pool area (including the whirlpool) has been turned into a play area for kids and parents, which creates a lot of noise even in the sauna, steam room, and during massages. I appreciate that the hotel focuses on being family-friendly, but they also need to consider guests who want a little bit of quiet space. On the plus side, the location is close to the beautiful town of Lagos and a wonderful beach. Edit: The hotel has become quieter as it has emptied out over time, but unfortunately, the service has not improved. Despite the lower number of guests, the issues with service remain the same, which shows that the problems are not related to the number of people staying at the hotel. A major issue at this hotel is the staff’s English skills, which are often insufficient. There are frequent misunderstandings and awkward situations because of the language barrier, making even simple requests frustrating. While the hotel is modern and located in a great area, the lack of proper management and attention to guest experience really lets it down. The hotel could be wonderful, but poor communication and mismanagement make it difficult to fully enjoy the stay.

Jen Fraser

The hotel is in a fantastic location, staff polite and breakfast fantastic. However, we were very disappointed with our room. We emailed ahead of our stay to be sure we had a room big enough to sleep 3 adults. We were assured this would be the case. Our room had two single beds and a pull out bed that was extremely small, so very uncomfortable and made our 3rd adult feel like they were sleeping in a drawer on the floor!

Denis Dubos

We were very much looking forward to our stay at the Vila Gale Ampalius, and where bitterly disappointed by the service and set up of the hotel! ☹️ It all started with our arrival and the fact that the hotel parking was full yet the receptionist told us that our parking position in front of the hotel was free of charge and we could stay there. Thank God, we double checked and found out that it was a paying parking and we would have risked a fine of €30-€150. We asked to be put on the waiting list for the hotel parking since people are checking out daily and never heard back for the following four days. So our daily routine was to look for change to pay our outside parking which is payable 7 days a week from 09:00am to midnight! It then continued with a complete disaster at the breakfast with a 30 m queue every morning (see picture), as well as the daily room cleaning which did not happen between us leaving at 8-9 AM and returning at 3-4 PM but then knocked at our door when we were taking a rest and asked us to leave within the next 10 minutes, as they needed to do it NOW! The next challenge is the outdoor pool which has probably around 130 to 150 sunbed (my guess) which for a hotel with 357 rooms and probably over 800 visitors in the high season is far from enough and leads to people putting the wake up call in the morning to go down and reserve the sunbed, which remain then empty with their towels for hours….all due to a poor capacity planing :-( (see picture of empty poolside beds by 10:00 am). As an alternative, we decided to try the indoor pool and purchased some shower caps to find out that it was very small and had only 8 sunbeds so roughly one per 100 residents….. overcrowded too as a consequence! 😫 Finally, the most amazing detail was when we asked why the safe wasn't working and were notified that it was not activated and we had to pay extra daily to use it….. for the high price of the daily rate of the hotel, this seems absolutely absurd! The only three pluses are clearly the location directly by the beach, the sea view (at least from our room) and the fact that you can go by foot to the marina and its restaurants and shops. that is all, apart from that, there are clearly better option for that money in the area in my humble opinion! 🤔

K R

Great hotel, amazing location and views. We got it at a very reasonable price as it was off season (Nov 2024). Breakfasts were amazing. Free parking is limited but paid parking is available.

Elizabeth Sayers-Birdee

Went for a short break. I would recommend when booking you ask for a sea view. The first room we had overlooked the Mariner which is lovely however there is a very noisy beach bar there and it would have been impossible to stay in that room. Fortunately we were offered a much better room, we did pay to upgrade our room but it was well worth it. One thing I hadn't realized when booking is that each room has a level of cooking facilities. Our final room even had a full oven! The staff here are very helpful our 2 favorites were Ricardo and Miguel. The breakfast offering is ok but nothing exciting and could probably do with a rethink. Less but better quality would be my suggestion. We only ate in the restaurant one night the day we arrived. We ate out at night in the Mariner area. There are 3 pools here, one for the kids and the children seemed to love the entertainment team. The pool bar does a good choice of salads and sandwiches, Carlos was the main man we saw the most. Very helpful. There were a lot of golfers staying whilst we were there and also a lot of Portuguese people all in all I enjoyed my stay here and would consider returning in the future.

Catherine Wallace

Stayed here for a couple of days, and i can say that i enjoyed my stay. The location is on point, very near to marina and the beach, breakfast was good with a variety of food, my room was confortable and with a wonderful view, dinners at the italian restaurant never disapointed, and drinks at the bar late night also. Not 5 starts because i belive they lack of staff, in many ocasions the service was slow, and employees were working on their own, and from what i was told the hotel doesn't want to hire anymore staff, which is really troubling for a good experience.

Graham Grieve

No idea how this has 4 stars. Lovely hotel if you're paying like €10-€20 a night, but €200? Not normally one to leave bad reviews but here goes: - €100 Euro deposit. Hate this as you have to always check they give it back. - The spa they lead with costs €12.50 every time you want to use it. There is no Turkish Bath, just a steam room. Oh and if you want to swim you have to wear one of their €5 caps. - Basic, extremely dates rooms. They are air conditioned and quite large so give them that. - No sun loungers at pool. - Rooms at the back look onto waste ground. - The place is just falling apart. My pregnant wife nearly fell over on a piece of uneven flooring. - They lock the doors to the outside at night. So you have to walk through the entire hotel before you can leave (5 mins) rather than walking through the main central area (30 seconds). - On a busy main road with nothing closer than a 15 minute walk away. Only 8 hours in...

Emma Devlin

We stayed here for 8 nights in August. Family of 4 in a one bedroom apartment. The apartment was spacious and had a small kitchenette, which was great. The rooms are a little dated but they have everything you need and the beds were very comfortable. Our housekeeping staff were great, with the bins emptied daily and fresh towels if you needed them. The pool area is lovely, with plenty of sun loungers. There's a bar/restaurant accessible to the pool, with a variety of things on offer. The hotel is situated close to a number of amenities. Shops and restaurants within walking distance. The strip is also within walking distance (about 10mins away). You could walk to the oldtown, but I'd recommend an uber as its only €5 or less. Overall we had a great time here and would recommend 👌

Lisa Woollard

We thoroughly enjoyed our weeks holiday at this beautiful hotel. All the staff were amazing and so was the service. We can't wait to return.

Brenden Abbott

Stayed here many times now. For price and location its good for what you get! Friendly staff, nice pool area and reception rooms are a little dated but you get what you pay for we will still be going back!

Colin Hogg

Great hotel, great service in a prime tourist location close to the beach and services. This was our second stay. Highly recommended.

Sarah Shen

We had a great family stay at the resort! First night we some issues with our room, it wasn’t the best but the next day we were able to switch room the rest of our stay was perfect! We had the breakfast and dinner plan, so glad we did! Food was amazing, great selection and different dinner options daily!! There were tons of programmings and kids club too but we mostly just enjoyed the indoor and outdoor pool or the beach (only 5 min walk!). The kids bunk bed rooms were such a hit with our kids, very kids friendly resort overall, even a food station for kids at dinner with kids friendly options. Super awesome time for our family!

Michael Carey

I'm not the most well travelled man but, this hotel in my opinion is OUTSTANDING. The staff are so friendly, the food is great with a good variety to cater for everyone's needs, the rooms are clean, comfortable and modern. The location is perfect for beach or sightseeing. We've said on all our previous holidays that one day we'd go back, on this one we were looking while we were still there. Would highly recommend for families or people looking for a more chilled holiday rather than the hustle and bustle of some resorts

Kinga Niedomagala

We recently stayed at this hotel in Portugal and had an amazing experience. The service was outstanding and the hotel itself was wonderful. The couple who organized activities for both children and adults were simply incredible. They made our stay truly memorable with their enthusiasm and creativity. Additionally, the lady who worked at the poolside bar was exceptionally friendly and welcoming. We highly recommend this hotel and send our best regards to the entire team.

Father Dowling Mystery’s

Quality family hotel , can’t give all the staff at this hotel praise enough they work really hard and very nice to deal with. The place is immaculately clean, the food is lovely, different fresh mains for dinner everyday. Located right near a beach and strip for extra choice of food/bars etc .

Rebecca Skillings

We are currently on day 4 of our week holiday at this hotel. And could not of wished for a better holiday. The staff can’t do enough for you. The rooms are loverly and cleaned to an inch of their existence every day. The hotel its self is very clean. It’s very friendly and a relaxed atmosphere. All inclusive drinks and snacks all day long. It’s nice to see the manager of the hotel around and about each day and is always taking on board feedback and talking to the guest’s. The only thing I could say is possibly a few more different child friendly food like chicken nuggets or fish fingers, something along them lines (struggle with a very fussy eater😂) but all in all I would 100% recommend this hotel to anyone.

Leila Smith

Beautiful hotel near the marina with super views. Great location to walk everywhere. Lots of restaurants, shops, cafes, bus, train, tours, etc. all nearby. The rooms were very large, clean, modern and well planned out. Lots of storage, counter space, room for luggage. Breakfast was included in our rate and it was fabulous. Lots of selection. Only complaint was that the scrambled eggs were cold. The staff were very helpful and hospitable. This hotel is a great choice when in Faro and about 10 minute drive from the airport. Good value for your money. The rooftop bar is nice and the pool area looked good but we did not use it. Felt the pool water (in November) and it actually didn't feel too bad.

Simon Britz

AP Eva Senses offers an exceptional experience with spacious, elegant rooms and breathtaking views of the marina and beyond. The beds are incredibly comfortable, and the rooms are impeccably clean and well-equipped. The staff’s service is outstanding, with warm, attentive care that makes you feel truly valued. Waking up to the stunning scenery each morning was a highlight of our stay. If you’re looking for comfort, elegance, and unmatched hospitality, AP Eva Senses is the perfect choice. Highly recommended

Marta Parciany

Great hotel, with the best breakfast. Food was excellent, so many options for everyone. The dining room was huge with a person who plays piano. There was a balcony so you could eat outside which was amazing. We visited in January but the weather was great. Hotel staff was very helpful as well. The views from the balcony were great too. We managed to find a parking space while we were staying but it was not easy. It was packed around the hotel. Location was good too.

Gabriela Jankovičová

Great hotel with a tasty breakfast. The location is perfect. My room was nice and clean but worn out - I mean furniture, walls, and shower. But the staff was friendly and I enjoyed the stay. Thanks!

Liam O'Callaghan

This Hotel has so many positives... Beautiful setting with spectacular views of the surrounding Areas including the Marina, River and Sea. The roof area includes Swimming pool, Bar, in a very relaxing area which also includes dining rooms. Breakfast is served in this area also, a memorable experience, beautiful food selection with live Piano for relaxing atmosphere. The Staff are very Friendly and helpful, so welcoming... Will be delighted to return in the Future.😀

Millie Woods

Came home from Portugal today. I would give 5 stars but it just felt like there was something missing. The staff were absolutely amazing, we had some problems in the room such as the shower coming out the bottom so bathroom was flooding every time we showered and the desk lamp was a flickering a bit when we put it on however we told reception and they had someone fix this right away. My issue was just how dated the Decor was especially in the lobby. However this did not effect the stay. All I would say is if you want a quiet holiday for a weekend away this would be great as I feel that that’s all you need to get everything done! Unless you want to travel out of the area. The views are amazing! Was very lucky to be high up and in the middle so amazing views every day.

Stuart Lawson

Pretty good hotel, not quite (but almost) up to the standard of a 4-star hotel that we have stayed in with Jet2. No tea or coffee making facilities in the room. Some furnishings (the minibar fridge, for example) were a bit tired. Otherwise, a pleasant place and I would stay there again. Great location for the town. Most balconies had a decent view of either the Marina or the sea and over to Albufeira. Pool and lounge areas immaculate. All staff are hard working, keeping on top of things. Breakfast time can be pretty busy and we had to queue for a short while a couple of times, but it wasn't long, they got you sat down efficiently.

Gareth Woolfenden

Great value hotel. Booked a late get away and was impressed how good the service was. The hotel was very clean and tidy. Had a nice surprise when they left a birthday cake and bottle of wine in the room on my birthday, nice touch.

Rebekah Baller

Fabulous stay for a week. Clean and breakfast was fab. Only downside is there’s no iron upon request from reception lobby, as they have a dry cleaning service which we thought was odd for a 4 star. Would definitely come again - bringing my own iron!

Eric

A well located hotel in desperate need of an update. The lobby is dated, the rooms are dated, the lack of amenities as previous comments have noted is acute; no kettle in rooms, no irons available, a charge for using the safe in the room shows a management focused on squeezing the last euro from its guests. Sad and deplorable. I will not come back

Alison Ware

From the start, reception was welcoming and informative. The hotel was very clean and the room spacious. The staff were very friendly and were helping me learn Portuguese! The breakfast was plentiful and offered a wide selection to cater for all. We loved the fresh orange juice, which was very popular amongst other visitors too. A homely, relaxing hotel. Just what a holiday is about. We decided after breakfast on the second day that we will be returning.

andrew hartley

Just back from a lovely holiday at the Don Pedro Marina. The staff are the friendliest I've ever encountered. So very polite. The breakfast is very good with plenty of choice and there's a chef by the pool who makes you a fresh omelette if you fancy one . There's free table tennis and a pool table in a games room. Never had an issue with sunbeds which made such a change from the beds with towels on all day with no one on them . We would stay again at this hotel if we came again. Vilamoura is a lovely town. The beaches are stunning. Tea making facilities would make it even better 4.8 stars 😎😎☀️

Lisa Towey

We love this hotel. Staff always friendly, breakfast lovely and so relaxing sat around the pool. We do just feel it is starting to look tired in the main lobby area and could do with a refurb. Also the mattresses need replacing please - last few times, the beds have been so uncomfortable.

Issam Stankiewicz

We liked our stay in your hotel a lot even if there was some little issues. First of all the staff around the pool and at the bar as well as the women of the room service was very friendly. The location of the hotel is the biggest positive point. The breakfast is ok but nothing special. Negative points: The room was not cleaned very well. The floor was dirty. The refill of the coffee was not made every day. Sometimes we waited even two days. For the price of the hotel a little bottle of wine or champagne for free at the first day would be nice. Staff at the reception was a bit cold. Not really smiling or friendly. At the checkout no one asked us if our stay was nice or said thank you.

Duduc Ady-Robert

The hotel is clean, well maintained, with friendly staff. The breakfast is good, served by the pool (sometimes with live music). If there was anything to improve, surely the furniture in the rooms would be the first option. And some extra decorations wouldn't hurt... It would make the room more cheerful!

Pierre Buteau

Great resort with lots of pools and space. Staff is very kind and welcoming, daily cleaning, very accommodating. Location is a good 30 min walk to Lagos town, very feasible, and very close to the walk along the coast. Would recommend in September/beginning of October, still amazing weather and very quiet!

denis denis

The apartment we stayed in was very spacious, with two bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen with a washer dryer. Though we didn’t use the kitchen much, as the breakfast was fantastic—plenty of fresh options and a great selection. I especially loved the brown croissants, which were fresh every morning and absolutely addictive. The location is excellent, just a 5-minute walk to a beautiful beach, which also has two great restaurants but not much else. We did try the hotel restaurant for lunch one day, but it was quite underwhelming. The prawns were overcooked, likely from frozen, and the pizza base tasted like it was premade—not very enjoyable. Lagos is a quick drive away with fantastic food options, but I would definitely recommend a car if you want to eat or do literally anything else besides sit at the pool or on the beach. The biggest downside was the ants in our room. We asked for a solution, and while staff came and hoovered, the ants returned quickly. A room change would have been appreciated, especially since we found ants in the bed at night, which wasn’t pleasant. The beds were also very firm, so we didn’t sleep well, though my mum slept fine. One thing to note: we booked a sea view room, but in the small print, this means either a sea view or a partial sea view, which felt a bit misleading. We ended up with a partial view which was a bit of a let down, especially as the hotel didn't seem that busy when we were there. It would be clearer if this was stated upfront in the title. Also, there was an extra charge of €6.50 per night for the cot, which I guess is understandable, but an additional €6.50 for a high chair seemed a bit much. Thankfully, high chairs were available in the restaurant free of charge, and most of the staff were really friendly. Overall, we had a good experience in mid-October with a one year old and really enjoyed the holiday, despite a few minor issues.

Daz

Apart from the beds being a little firm the place is simply sensational. Nothing is too much trouble in regards to the onsite staff. Amenities include bar, restaurant, Spa, gym and several pools. The apartments are absolutely bang on and totally spotless. You will not be disappointed if you book and stay here.

Thales Costa

I stayed here with my boyfriend and friends for 6 nights and we all loved it and would definitely consider coming back. The highest point for us: people (staff). I have never met so genuine people working at hotels. I felt we were friends at the end and even got hugs from some of them. Of course as a Brazilian I got to socialize and interact even more with them, but even my friends who are Norwegians mentioned that the staff was really really nice, and that they were impressed. Other high points for us: roomy rooms with kitchens and balcony, good AC, the location is perfect with very easy access to an amazing and calm beach, the pancakes in the breakfast, the orange juice, the concierge help, easy parking, clean pools, very-high water pressure in the showers. Some low points for your consideration: some of the food was not good. The pizza was not good at all for example. The popular pool spots fill up very quickly. Only one spa/pool towel per day. The water splashed out a lot while showering, as a tall guy that can always be an issue. These issues were considered small for our group given all the positive points mentioned above. Again, I would strongly recommend this place and consider coming back. Special kudos to the server named Rodrigo. The guy was on fire the whole time and made the best to serve us all well every day. Thanks 😊

Cameron Kyle Perumal

We had a fantastic week at this self-catering seaview apartment at this beach side resort. The apartment was spacious, clean, and offered stunning sea views. The resort's facilities were perfect for our family(my wife, my 2 year old and myself), and we loved spending time by the pool and exploring the nearby beach, just a 3-minute walk away. Breakfast at the on-site restaurant was delicious, and the staff were incredibly helpful and friendly. We also used the paid nanny service for a date day/night, which was excellent. Overall, a perfect spot for a relaxing family vacation. We’ll definitely be back!

Eyitoyosi Onadipe

5 star for me all round. Checking out today and I can say I have enjoyed the past 4 nights here! From the staff, to the services and the amenities. Absolutely lovely. Clean rooms, spacious, with balcony, pool, steam room, sauna, jacuzzi, spa, bar and restaurant. The breakfast set up and selection is great. Made use of the spa and it was lovely especially the facials! Left my face super smooth. The best part was I had a surprise from the hotel where on my birthday I was out and came back to a lovely chocolate cake and a bottle of wine for me to celebrate my birthday. The best part was I didn’t tell them but they must have noticed when I checked in and they decided to be intentional. Now that was the highlight of my stay. Can’t thank the staff enough for making my stay here a wonderful one. Highly recommended!!!

Krystyna Bolton