VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve

5.0 star property
Albufeira beach resort with 5 restaurants, spa
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Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Indoor pool, 2 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, pool umbrellas
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Property grounds
Reception
VIP Access

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Pool

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 5 restaurants and 5 bars/lounges
  • Full-service spa
  • 2 outdoor pools and indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free area shuttle
  • Sauna
  • Beach cabanas
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Self parking

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Playground on-site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom

Room options

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Prestige Double Room, Pool View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Sofa Bed

Superior Double Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Club Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 84 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Prestige Double Room, Resort View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Sofa Bed

Prestige Double Room Nature

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Club Room, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Prestige Double Room, Golf View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

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Herdade dos Salgados, Rua Boca da Alagoa Lote 1 Fase 2, Albufeira, 8200-424

What's nearby

  • Herdade dos Salgados Golf - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Salgados Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Gale Beach - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Albufeira Marina - 8 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Albufeira Old Town Square - 11 min drive - 8.3 km

Getting around

  • Portimao (PRM) - 28 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 45 min drive
  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 21 min drive
  • Tunes Station - 21 min drive
  • Silves Station - 23 min drive
  • Free local area shuttle
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Praia da Galé - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Praia da Galé - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Praia dos Salgados - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bellavita - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Praia da Galé - ‬16 min walk

About this property

VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve

At VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve, you can hit the beach to retreat to a cabana or relax on a sunlounger, plus you'll be within a 15-minute drive of Albufeira Old Town Square. There's plenty of fun with the 2 outdoor pools and indoor pool, and guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in hot stone massages, body wraps and aromatherapy. Sunset Restaurant & Bar, one of 5 restaurants, serves barbecue and is open for lunch. Other highlights at this luxurious resort include 5 bars/lounges, a poolside bar and a sauna. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 260 units
    • Arranged over 4 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 11:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 24 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
    • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • This property requires full payment for the stay at check-in for all bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.
    • The children's club days of operation vary in low season (November-March). The children's club may be closed due to low occupancy.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
    • Supervised childcare*
    • Children's club*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • On-site self-parking (EUR 10 per day)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Free off-site parking nearby
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Transfers

    • Airport shuttle (available 24 hours)*
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Off-site

    • Free area shuttle
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • 5 restaurants
  • 5 bars/lounges
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • Coffee shop
  • Coffee/tea in a common area
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Water dispenser

Travelling with children

  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Free local shuttle
  • Playground
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Local/corner shop
  • Children's menu
  • Lifeguard on-site

What to do

  • Fitness classes
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Archery
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Pool table
  • Bingo
  • Beach access
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby

Working away

  • 12 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (15134 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Hair salon
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Bike hire
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 5 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2013
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Fireplace in reception
  • Television in common areas
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/games room
  • Bike parking
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally owned and organised tours and activities
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Low-height worktop and sink
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 82-cm Smart TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Blackout curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Rainfall shower heads
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products provided
  • LED light bulbs
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Spa

The on-site spa has 6 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include hot stone massages, sports massages, facials and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Sunset Restaurant & Bar – This poolside diner specialises in barbecue and serves lunch and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required.
Primadonna – Overlooking the ocean and golf course, this family restaurant specialises in Italian cuisine and only serves dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Reservations are required. Open daily.
Ocean Buffet – This poolside buffet restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). Reservations are required. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 7.50 for children
  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 75 per vehicle (one-way. Maximum occupancy 7)
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Spa access is available for an extra charge of EUR 20 per day

Children & extra beds

  • In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Supervised childcare is available for an extra charge
  • Children's club access is available for an extra charge

Parking

  • Self-parking costs EUR 10 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Facility access costs EUR 10 per person, per day
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub, and guests under 3 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool with adult supervision
  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Some facilities may have restricted access. Guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit on-site.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
All guests must show a valid passport. This is the only form of identification that is accepted at this property.
Property Registration Number 6655

Also known as

Hotel Vidamar
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Vidamar Hotel Algarve
Vidamar Resort Algarve Albufeira, Portugal
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Frequently asked questions

Does VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools, an indoor pool and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve?
Yes. Self-parking costs EUR 10 per day. Electric car charging is available.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 75 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
What is there to do at VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as archery. Additional recreation on-site includes fitness classes, Pilates and yoga. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools. VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve also has 5 bars, an indoor pool and a sauna, as well as beach cabanas, an arcade and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve?
Yes, there are 5 on-site restaurants, featuring al fresco dining, barbecue and garden views.
Does VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.
What's the area around VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve like?
VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve is located on the waterfront, a short 5-minute walk from Herdade dos Salgados Golf and 6 minutes' walk from Salgados Beach.

VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

D, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

5-night family trip
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6/10 Good

Clean hotel. Food is not very good
Robert, 3-night trip
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6/10 Good

Worst service I've ever had. I can't believe
4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We stayed here as a couple for 3 nights specifically attending for a friend's wedding, half board (breakfast & dinner). The hotel itself looks like it's located amongst other nearby hotels/resorts/residential and a beach. We didn't go to the beach as it wasn't private to the hotel and extremely busy, parasols everywhere (we travelled during the summer holiday). Hotel and grounds are large, clean and modern. The venue for the wedding itself was beautifully set amongst the grounds. It's still within earshot of the main swimming pool, but not enough to distract the ceremony. There was a good variety of hot and cold foods for breakfast and dinner. The layout of the food lacked a bit of logic eg. cereals nowhere near milk, bread miles away from a toaster etc. We ate most meals in the hotel, however they could have made an effort to change the decor/ambience a bit, otherwise it's the same large restaurant for breakfast and dinner. Staff were friendly and attentive, but could have done more to intro how breakfast and dinner works on arrival to the restaurant. Expect to pay extras when you wouldn't think. There's no iron in the room (so wore a creased shirt to the wedding) and charging you to use the modern gym of the two they have (unless you pay to use the spa). Massages there were good.
Cliff, 4-night romance trip
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8/10 Very good

Good stay, but...
The hotel was really nice with access to the beach and nice pools to accommodate all ages. It was disappointing that at dinner, which was included in the package, we had to pay for drinks like orange juice, which wasn't even fresh from the fruit but of industrial taste. The food was ok but lacked the traditional Portuguese cuisine, so definitely there are improvements to be done there.
4-night family trip
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2/10 Poor

I didn’t like the hotel employees they weren’t that friendly and the breakfast also wasn’t good to b 5* didn’t have much food variety. Too bad! I regret expending all that money there, plus the Italian restaurant they were so rude with us, because the food i asked for spaghetti carbonara was too salty ! Honestly the worst hotel experience I have had in my entire life !!!
Jovita, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Overall the stay was good.
Ruzanna, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We specially loved the 5 mins walk to the beach! The diferent pools for adults and kids different ages, activities for the kids. The food was outstanding too. Last but not the least the staff service was expectional, particularly I woukd like to thank to Neuza Mendez (I hope I remember her name right) she was really good with us in the restaurant taking into account my daughter dietary requirements and Vanessa who was the lady in charge of the kids activities, always finding a way to engage with them and ensuring they participated in the activities. Thanks to both of you specially, you made our staying even more pleasant.
Viviana, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Natasha, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Rae, 4-night trip
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8/10 Very good

James, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Susan, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Jose, 6-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were fantastic. A nice finish to a hectic tour through Porto, Évora, Coimbra, Óbidos, etc. Very relaxing...
Kurt, 3-night romance trip
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2/10 Poor

No water in room only the first day, half board food was awful, didn’t give upgrade unless if I was willing to pay as gold Accunt holder they advertised free upgrade, they charge for sauna and Gym never seen that before.
Kaveh, 3-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very good

Our stay at VidaMar
Overall we gave a 4 out of 5. 1. Room - On the first evening, our superior room air condition/AC was not working and we had ants in the room. We spent few hrs trying to get this issue sorted and then the duty manager Elia gave us an upgrade to a club room. The views from our previous room were spectacular, the club room view was not that good and we could see the large metal roof of from our balcony. We accepted this, as the hotel was full. We got free spa access which came with the upgrade. I am glad they tried to fix the problem for us and we had a room change. But we lost one whole evening of stay to this. 2. Breakfast - The breakfast was ok, coffee from machine was terrible and there was no option to order coffee, the hostess declined this request. The milk had lots of water. Juices were not fresh, they tasted like sugary canned juice. 3. Beach and Spa - beach is nearby, easily accessible. Spa facilities were superb! We used the sauna jacuzzi and pool everyday.
4-night trip
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4/10 Fair

The all inclusive food was absolutely awful. The hot food was mostly cold. Most of the main courses were so tough or overdone that they could not be chewed. Only the salads, fruits and desserts were edible.
Bonnie, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very nice
A very nice resort. The only downside was the dinner buffets which were hit and miss from the kitchen.
Dan, 4-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent place. Rated
Ajit, 2-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

We travelled with our 7 month old for the first time and thoroughly enjoyed our stay and loved the area. Staff were warm, welcoming and super helpful with every interaction (esp Neuza and the other dining room staff). The room was ample in size with a very nice cosy but quiet feel which was great. The hotel grounds are lovely, especially when you wander outback past the pools and take a walk down to the beach along the boardwalk. The beach itself was just ideal, quiet, beautiful clean sand and clear water. The hotel also provides towels by the pool for you to use. The access to the beach is also very well considered as only hotel guests with a key card can exit through some gates to reach the beach. For a young family, this made a lot of sense. In terms of facilities, there's a nice small gym 24/7 free for use and for the more avid gym goers and more substantial gym with powerlifting equipment etc for 10 euros a day. The spa itself was really nice and is only 20 euros for 3 hours which I clufes access to a private pool, sauna, steam room, ice bucket and jacuzzi. This is free for anyone who books a massage too. Outside of this, there is a separate indoor heated pool which is free for all guests to use and very well sized. The breakfast buffet was great for us as vegetarians and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Dinner was also good however ony a few nights, perhaps a more substantial vegetarian main dish would have been great. Aside from this, we enjoyed our meals in the hotel.
Hardeep, 6-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The property was very well maintained, with a great position walking distance from a beautiful beach. The hotel never felt crowded, so the facilities were easy to use. Great indoor and outdoor pools. Lots of variety at breakfast and dinner and the quality was better than i expected. Special mention to Mo in the restaurant, superb customer service, the man really knows his stuff. Great spot for a spring break.
simon, 7-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly and helpful staff. Really good facilities. The parking was sometimes full.
Karen, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location! Outstanding Portugal hospitality and customer service!
Dragan, 27-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Audrius, 2-night trip
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