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Spent 4 days at this hotel last week and ended up Living out of a suitcase through out our stay due to not being aware that the cupboard was hidden behind a curtain. WiFi was extremely poor If your disabled or you have a baby who uses a pushchair , I had to pick up the pushchair and baby together and carry them up and down 10 steps in order to access the street. This hotel has certainly not catered for that. Also emailed the hotel a few hours after checking out that I had left my track suit top in the room and could they please get a cost to post to me in the UK, 2 days later I am still awaiting a reply.

We enjoyed our stay at this hotel in Albufeira. We had a decent room with a balcony overlooking the town. Enjoyed sitting out, particularly on an evening listening to the live music and sounds from the street (although Sweet Caroline got a bit tiresome after a few nights!) The noise into the early hours wasn’t really a problem for me, probably because I’m hard of hearing anyway and also took my own silicone ear plugs. Room was cleaned every day, all staff were friendly and helpful. I particularly found Gopal on reception very helpful, he sorted out a couple of issues for us in a kind and professional manner, nothing seemed too much trouble. The sun beds around the pool area are very comfortable and the attentive bar staff provided for a relaxing atmosphere. I particularly enjoyed the small indoor hydrotherapy pool the soothing jets also very relaxing. Breakfast was excellent. Good choices, the food quality excellent particularly the healthy fruit and the not so health pastries! Great location to explore the local area, we particularly enjoyed a trip to Faro City using public transport and visiting some of the beautiful coves using Bolt. Nice beaches a short walk from the hotel too. Pleasant walk to the Marina area. All in all a lovely holiday.

I booked her with some trepidation, I had read very mixed reviews, some very good and - you have probably read the not so good. Yes of course it is noisy from outside - it is in the middle of all the action, but that means everything you could want is right on the doorsteps. It is surrounded by bars, clubs, shops and a whole mix of restaurants. The beach is less than 5-minute walk. What struck me though, was that we didn't hear anyone staggering noisily back to their room (as you often get!). The heavy bedroom doors are obviously providing very good sound proofing, so we were really not bothered by noise at all. The standard room we chose is quite small, very little space for your things, hanging space very limited - but we managed!If we return, we would upgrade. Bonus to have efficient air-conditioning. Really good to have a decent size fridge and filtered water replenished every day. There is a coffee machine, no kettle, so we took a travel kettle. Yes, the bathroom is not the most private, but was ok, good sized shower, nice toiletries. We found everyone very friendly and helpful when we had a few issues. The breakfast room, buffet is small but intimate - indoor and outdoor seating. Excellent selection of food, from smoothie, fruit, yogurt, pastries, small choice of breads and a selection of freshly cooked food. Coffee machine offering all the usual for you to select. Plenty of loungers on the terrace, plus the raised area. The pool isn't the biggest, but was fine, lovely to have the stars to float on. I think that covers it, if I was to return to that area, I would certainly rebook.