Lovely Hotel, BUT!!! Hi, just driven back from Portugal as we live in Spain and have been staying with friends of ours at this Hotel o a B&B basis. Plus Points, Free Wifi, Free Parking, Free Safe, Excellent Choice for Breakfast, Free Green... Read MoreHi, just driven back from Portugal as we live in Spain and have been staying with friends of ours at this Hotel o a B&B basis. Plus Points, Free Wifi, Free Parking, Free Safe, Excellent Choice for Breakfast, Free Green Pool Towels. excellent Staff. Downside, NOISE try and get your accommodation overlooking the Pool and not Roadside. as over the road and the surrounding area around the Hotel are Holiday Apartments, as this Hotel is close to what is known as the Strip in New Town it attracts lots of young Lads and Lasses out for a good time and have complete disregard for people asleep as they shout and scream to each other, whilst ambling back to their accomodation in a drunken stupor. The Bathrooms are well appointed with one draw back the Hotel Supports Green Issues, but the Sinks have no PLUGS or a way of filling the Sink, so you can't fill a basin up when washing you have to have the tap running all the time, terrible waste of water. Like most Hotel around the world the Sign at the Pool says please don't reserve Sun Beds, so within the first hour of Breakfast they are all taken and then stay empty for the next 3-5 hrs as people go down into the old town and return in the afternoon nobody in the Hotel Policies them!!! to free them up for other guests. One other problem we encountered was the day the Toasting Machine Broke down, Scrambled Eggs on Bread was not the same, its surprising that a Hotel of this size did not have a back up Machine Read Less

Great hotel. Spent a lovely weekend here. Great fun watching lads enjoy themselves.
I must say the birthday boy was extremely good looking and certainly packed out his speedos.
The man with the whistle certainly did his job properly which can't be... Read MoreSpent a lovely weekend here. Great fun watching lads enjoy themselves.
I must say the birthday boy was extremely good looking and certainly packed out his speedos.
The man with the whistle certainly did his job properly which can't be said for the snipers. In future I want to see more effort from them. When it's blown, Hit the floor immediately.
Other guests joined in and everyone had fun. Read Less

10 days with friends Spotless hotel, friendly front desk staff speedy check in, great view from 2nd floor room 225 book side or full sea view as inland view faces apartment's which could be rowdy with stag and hen parties. Very good breakfast, pool... Read MoreSpotless hotel, friendly front desk staff speedy check in, great view from 2nd floor room 225 book side or full sea view as inland view faces apartment's which could be rowdy with stag and hen parties. Very good breakfast, pool area very clean, great pool lots of beds but towels on too many not used, no fault of hotel just selfish tourists. Good area for bars and dining not too mad but "the strip" is very lively 1k away, excellent hotel would definitely recommend, nice friendly staff in the main, some people smile more than others? does anyone know the Portuguese for "Fog" because we saw plenty of it in late June but it did burn off, the path / STEPS to beach can be arduous so take your time be very careful of the sea on this beach has many rocks and is very rough on weak swimmers. Read Less

Beautiful Hotel Hotel was Beautiful and the breakfast was varied fresh and plentiful you could ask for differently cooked eggs etc., lunch we had there was very nice and enjoyable. Hotel was spotless and cleaned all the time.,plenty of loungers and no... Read MoreHotel was Beautiful and the breakfast was varied fresh and plentiful you could ask for differently cooked eggs etc., lunch we had there was very nice and enjoyable. Hotel was spotless and cleaned all the time.,plenty of loungers and no hogging early in morning.Pool was spotless and very quiet, on 2 occasions there was a large group of loud English. Even though it says pool open 8am to 8 pm the staff take your towels and bags if you leave them at pool after 6pm. The wide area around hotel itself was very unloved and dirty. Never saw 1 municipal person or vehicle cleaning streets. Buildings in area need maintenance. Read Less

Hôtel de grande qualité ! Nous avons adoré notre séjour dans cet établissement, tout a été absolument parfait.
La chambre, en étage élevé, disposait d'une vue très agréable ; elle était spacieuse, moderne et fonctionnelle, le petit-déjeuner excellent et servi dans un cadre charmant.
Nous avons beaucoup... Read MoreNous avons adoré notre séjour dans cet établissement, tout a été absolument parfait.
La chambre, en étage élevé, disposait d'une vue très agréable ; elle était spacieuse, moderne et fonctionnelle, le petit-déjeuner excellent et servi dans un cadre charmant.
Nous avons beaucoup aimé l'architecture de l'hôtel et en particulier ce puit de lumière dans l'espace lounge piano/bar.
Une très belle découverte que nous recommanderions sans hésitation ! Read Less

Simply Amazing We had never visited This area before and chose it for our summer break after reading such good reviews on tripadvisor on arrival we managed to get stuck behind the stag party checking in but once we were at the... Read MoreWe had never visited This area before and chose it for our summer break after reading such good reviews on tripadvisor on arrival we managed to get stuck behind the stag party checking in but once we were at the front desk we were dealt with fast and professionally from a very polite member of staff who also took the time to explain everything to us thank you from two first time visitors 5out 5
Onto our room 214 city view although I will say still a beautiful view absolutely lovely room took us a while to fathom the air con but we sussed it the room was beautiful clean and very comfortable beds a TV with BBC and ITV a mini bar kettle a bath shower in the bathroom complete with hair dryer the only thing I can say that let the room down was the shower wasn’t as powerful as most hotels I’ve stayed in but I’ve definitely had worse showers the rooms were cleaned everyday and also the towels were too oh and you also get pool towels extra bonus more room in your case and very nice shower gel and shampoo too 4.5 out 5
Dining area we only went B&B so can’t tell you about evening meals but if breakfast is anything to go by then I’m sure you won’t be disappointed the breakfast had the buffet situation the usual fantastic fry up with real sausage lovely fried and scrambled eggs there was the continental variety of breakfast items fresh meats cheese fruits Danish pastries and croissants were fantastic also 4 different choices of cereals fresh squeezed orange juice apple juice sparkling wine teas and coffees just brilliant so much choice and tastes 5 out 5
Pool area again really well maintained clean lovely new sun beds lots of space and sun beds are plentiful if not around the pool plenty are stacked up near the edges there are 2 pools a small swimming pool and a paddling pool both nice to dunk in to cool off both kept clean daily the is a toilet and shower block next to the pools ideal if you have a late flight home to freshen up before you leave
The pool and snack bar is reasonably priced with all premium drinks we tried a few beers and vodka cokes but not much more from here but must say some of the food coming out looked fantastic so from us another 5 out 5
This whole hotel is stunningly beautiful from inside and out every where is kept remarkably clean and the views from each floor are stunning while staying here I would recommend a stroll down to the beach through the security gate at the bottom of the pool area it’s a nice walk down the road and quite a few wooden steps but once there you’ll love the scenery.
All in all we will stay here again when we come back to the Algarve it’s a no brainier this is simply beautiful hotel and situated in just the right spot €5 to the old town in a taxi
10 minute walk to the strip and 2 minutes walk to the nearest bars and restaurants some really nice meals to be had in these local bars try them and see
To everyone at the Aqau Pedra dos Biscos thank you for being the perfect hosts this was a fantastic holiday we loved it Read Less

Enjoyable Break Just returned from a 5 night break to this hotel. I actually didn't know what to think when I arrived with my 21 year old daughter. The room was clean but the view awful. It looked over waste ground with... Read MoreJust returned from a 5 night break to this hotel. I actually didn't know what to think when I arrived with my 21 year old daughter. The room was clean but the view awful. It looked over waste ground with the sea very much in the distance. The balcony was tiny and I had a few bruises and scratches trying to get in and out. I missed being able to sit and look out at a view. The breakfasts and lunches in the restaurant were fine. Pool area clean but very quiet but some people like that. Absolutely loved going down the hill and 98 steps to the beach. More atmosphere down there and the Beach Caffe was fabulous. Great staff there who helped with everything. A guy sold donuts on the beach and they were delish. The walk back up the 98 steps is not for the faint hearted as it was boiling. But if you want a bit of life the beach is the place. Back at the hotel the staff were lovely and cheerful. 10 mins walk takes you to the Strip. Some nice restaurants and bars there but a bit rowdy at the weekends. Loved going to Pacha with my daughter for cocktails and tunes and felt very safe there with their lovely staff. Would I return to this hotel? Yes probably but only if I could get a pool view. We went up onto the hotel roof and the views were amazing. The area round the hotel was quite run down in places but it was good fun and it was easy to get to the Old Town by taxi if you fancy a change of scenery. The Portugese people are warm and friendly and we both had a great time. Read Less

Potential This hotel is beautiful and the staff are great. I ate in the restaurant one of the two nights I stayed and the food was great. It’s a set menu but my parents, who were there for a week, said... Read MoreThis hotel is beautiful and the staff are great. I ate in the restaurant one of the two nights I stayed and the food was great. It’s a set menu but my parents, who were there for a week, said every night was different.
My room was spacious with a small balcony and felt very safe being a lone traveller. The pool area is quite small, but the beach is 10min walk away. Read Less

Lovely hotel The hotel was spotlessly clean and the facilities were excellent. Only trouble we had was getting towels for the pool, they should have been in the room on our arrival but there were none there so we had to... Read MoreThe hotel was spotlessly clean and the facilities were excellent. Only trouble we had was getting towels for the pool, they should have been in the room on our arrival but there were none there so we had to ask at reception but they didn't have any available so they gave us normal towels. This happened 5 days in a row when we eventually got the pool towels - there seemed to be a shortage of towels for the pool at the hotel. The pool was smallish and very cold and there didn't seem to be any trouble getting sunbeds. Notice some Brits were putting towels on the sunbeds before breakfast which is a pet hate of mine! The location was good - we upgraded to a Superior Double with side sea view which was great as we weren't overlooked and it was quiet at night time. The maids came in every day to clean and make beds. We didn't tend to eat in the area of the hotel as we preferred the old town which is around a 30 minute walk away. There was a lovely seafood restaurant very close to the hotel called Cais ao Mar which was quite expensive but the service and food was excellent. I wouldn't recommend the beach at the back of the hotel as the sand shifted too much in the water, instead use the St Eulalia beach which was around a 15 minute walk from the hotel. We booked a trip that involved a jeep safari to the Monchique mountains and a boat trip, it was excellent because our driver George was very knowledgeable about the area and gave us lots of information, he was also a great entertainer. Read Less

4 star hotel Easily a 4 star hotel.
Breakfast- superb! Hot and cold options. Have never had a nicer breakfast in a hotel! Prosecco is a nice touch with breakfast!
Lunch- above average hotel lunch! The baguettes are great!
Room- excellent, we had... Read MoreEasily a 4 star hotel.
Breakfast- superb! Hot and cold options. Have never had a nicer breakfast in a hotel! Prosecco is a nice touch with breakfast!
Lunch- above average hotel lunch! The baguettes are great!
Room- excellent, we had an excellent view! The beds were really comfy and the room was cleaned daily. Fully equipped bathroom!
Pool area- excellent subbed availabilty with no rush to hold beds are there are plenty available. Pool area is calm and peaceful with a slightly pricy outside bar.
Location- beach within 5 mins. Old town within 5 minutes taxi- 6 euro. Only fault which has nothing to do with hotel but location- we wouldn’t stay in the “strip” area again. Thankfully the hotel was so peaceful and served good lunch that we didn’t have the need to leave throughout the day- the area isn’t the appealing for those on a relaxing summer holiday but the hotel certainly makes up for that.
The only thing the hotel lacks is some entertainment. We appreciate that it is adults only and sometimes entertainment is solely centred around kids. However, it would create a nice holiday atmosphere and keep people in the hotel for longer. This would avoid the need for a taxi que of people to the old town at 7pm.
We also had problems with our air conditioning in the room. Hotel maintenance attended to this but it soon went back to blowing out warm air. Not very pleasant to wake up to the heating on in your room.
All in all a fantastic hotel which we felt really safe in! Read Less

The hotel shone as much as his teeth!!! Had a fantastic stay here last week!! Staff were amazing, pool/puddle was great, however I disagree with some of the comments on here about stag groups, I feel they really helpped with the atmosphere around the place.
Yes, they were... Read MoreHad a fantastic stay here last week!! Staff were amazing, pool/puddle was great, however I disagree with some of the comments on here about stag groups, I feel they really helpped with the atmosphere around the place.
Yes, they were a bit lad, lad, lad around the pool at points and one of the big guys it group, think his name was Danny, was a bit full on. There was another had the brightest teeth, it was blinding! Had to go upgrade the sun glasses! Apart from that they were great. Crystal being my favourite... he was a bit stiff! But def knew how to make a girl smile!!
All in all great time had by all!!
Hopefully return soon!
T. McGee Read Less

Relaxing stay Check in was quick and easy and we were offered a room despite been early. The room offered wasn’t the best so when we asked to change the reception staff did so. The room was clean and modern and the... Read MoreCheck in was quick and easy and we were offered a room despite been early. The room offered wasn’t the best so when we asked to change the reception staff did so. The room was clean and modern and the housekeeping go above and beyond to help out. The breakfast has a good choice of food and drinks - although watch what you leave on the tables as the seagulls will make their move. Drinks at the hotel bar are reasonably priced and the cocktails are good. I would recommend getting your sunbed early as you have to get your own off a stack - slightly strange for a four star hotel. The pools are small and the location of the hotel doesn’t offer much variety of restaurants around it. Price to and from the airport in a taxi is just under €50. Read Less

Couple 1 week stay On initial check in we were provided a room on the ground floor next to the lift and no view from the balcony, obviously this was very disappointing, however the check in staff were helpful and managed to move us... Read MoreOn initial check in we were provided a room on the ground floor next to the lift and no view from the balcony, obviously this was very disappointing, however the check in staff were helpful and managed to move us to a higher floor but it was at an extra cost which was not entirely ideal. Once this had been sorted I could not fault the hotel, the facilities were brilliant very modern and clean, the breakfast was delicious with a very wide range of choice and we even ate on the evenings where the food was to a high standard and very affordable. The hotel staff were friendly and very helpful. The staff had even provided my girlfriend with a surprise birthday cake and free cocktail which was greatly appreciated and made our stay that extra bit special. The bar and restaurant staff in particular were very friendly and attentitive. The facilities were excellent and the surrounding area was ideal as it was not too close to the mad strip but had other bars and restaurants around more suited to families and couples. The old town was a 5 min taxi ride and less than 5 euro. One of the only faults I would give is that at the pool area, which is very nice, all the preferred spots for sun loungers were always reserved by guests putting towels out in the morning despite not using the loungers until later in the afternoon. This meant there was often empty loungers in the good spots that had umberrellas for shade that went unused most the day just because guests had put their towels down. Guests should not able to 'reserve' loungers with towels all day if they are not being used. Overall we thought this was a very high end hotel and very welcoming with very friendly staff who made our stay one of the best in Portugal. Read Less

Very very BUT This hotel is very clean and tidy,staff really helpful and professional.food is really good,now the downer side ,such a lovely hotel but the pool was freezing everybody was unhappy. As I spend probably 3-4 hours a day in the pool... Read MoreThis hotel is very clean and tidy,staff really helpful and professional.food is really good,now the downer side ,such a lovely hotel but the pool was freezing everybody was unhappy. As I spend probably 3-4 hours a day in the pool .27 degrees so hot and couldn’t go in to cool down .so if you like going in the pool don’t come to this hotel.i ask could u heat up a bit was told straight no,look at my picture to show how many people went in on hottest part of the day. Read Less

Boys 50th w end I find it amazing what people write which is totally untrue a group of 16 of us spent last w end at this lovely hotel which had great staff great food very clean but people put rubbish on here saying... Read MoreI find it amazing what people write which is totally untrue a group of 16 of us spent last w end at this lovely hotel which had great staff great food very clean but people put rubbish on here saying that our group done this and that well were all grown men with wife and kids most of us have our own businesses and have a lot of respect for people yes we enjoyed ourselves but not at anytime did we talk about fighting and defently didnt bring any women back which you could never do anyway as security was very good so if you people who are moaning best you go to a hotel that doesnt do groups of people and stop moaning about people enjoying there selfs Read Less

Mr Langfield Thank you for a lovely Holiday the hotel was excellent and breakfast was lovely. But the drinks in the hotel were very expensive. One of the staff also was very rude to my husband, because he made a sandwich at... Read MoreThank you for a lovely Holiday the hotel was excellent and breakfast was lovely. But the drinks in the hotel were very expensive. One of the staff also was very rude to my husband, because he made a sandwich at breakfast time to take to his room to eat she came abruptly toward him also in front of under customers in the restaurant. They was no notice saying you could not take food out. The member of staff was a lady supervisor who work on Tuesday morning breakfast March up & down the tables she had a attitude problem. Read Less

Great Hotel for a couples getaway! Modern Hotel with spacious rooms and a wonderful breakfast. We were very happy with everything!
The location is close to the beach and Albufeira centre (the strip), although it is very quiet at night, so no fears of noise from... Read MoreModern Hotel with spacious rooms and a wonderful breakfast. We were very happy with everything!
The location is close to the beach and Albufeira centre (the strip), although it is very quiet at night, so no fears of noise from late night revellers. Read Less

Nice hotel, good location with a few buts... We stayed here for 4 days in May, we were greeted by Lovely man in reception and good looking hotel! Rooms are really nice , modern and clean! Breakfast is alright. Fresh OJ was amazing !
Negatives: The price of drinks... Read MoreWe stayed here for 4 days in May, we were greeted by Lovely man in reception and good looking hotel! Rooms are really nice , modern and clean! Breakfast is alright. Fresh OJ was amazing !
Negatives: The price of drinks at the bar are outrageous, not just for Faro but in general. €6:50 for Smirnoff vodka is a bit much.
Also there wasn’t enough sun loungers for everyone use.
Very loud stags and hens which ruined the pool area which is very small! I think we can guess where they were all from!
Overall though would stay in the hotel again, good price and location for what you get. Read Less

Mr/Mrs Harris Stayed at the hotel for the last 5 years. Nothing changes, excellent room, customer service first class.
Your made so welcome, and nothing to much trouble. Breakfast 10 out of 10.
May visit again in October, if not next July.

Lovely relaxed well needed break We picked this hotel as it is a adult only hotel and we just needed a nice quiet break. I was so impressed from the minute i walked in the hotel, the reception staff were so helpful and the hotel... Read MoreWe picked this hotel as it is a adult only hotel and we just needed a nice quiet break. I was so impressed from the minute i walked in the hotel, the reception staff were so helpful and the hotel was spotless. I was really impressed with the size and the quality of the room and again it was spotless.The pool area was nice and chilled with plenty of sunbeds for everyone. Great poolside bar with good shower and WC facilities.
The quality of the breakfast was 10 out of 10, great service with a wide selection of both hot and cold food.
Jose who works the bar in the evening is a credit to this hotel. He is a gentleman with great customer relation skills, a true asset. Read Less

Wonderful stay Stayed in this hotel for 3 nights and had a very pleasant stay. The staff members were nice, eveyone spoke English and we even got a nice upgrade on our room. Breakfast selection was delicious.
The only two negatives that... Read MoreStayed in this hotel for 3 nights and had a very pleasant stay. The staff members were nice, eveyone spoke English and we even got a nice upgrade on our room. Breakfast selection was delicious.
The only two negatives that I could come up with were - the noise from the hotel bar as they are playing music. Some of it we could hear in our room. And the second is that the rooftop terrace no longer operates as it is shown in the pictures.
We also went to a close 5 star hotel for breakfast and other occasion and we believe we prefered this hotel over the 5 star resort. Last, but not least, the beach is very close by and so are the restaurants. Read Less

wonderfull holiday this was our first stay at this hotel we chose it for our 50th wedding anaversery and we could not have chosen better,its an adults only hotel centrally situated the room we had was great sea view from the balcony.... Read Morethis was our first stay at this hotel we chose it for our 50th wedding anaversery and we could not have chosen better,its an adults only hotel centrally situated the room we had was great sea view from the balcony. the meals were excellent just all ok Read Less

Alles gut Vor dem Hotel angekommen gab es genug Parkplätze, der Check-In verlief schnell und ohne Probleme, unser Zimmer war zur Ostseite raus wodurch wir auch einen Blick auf das Meer hätten.
Der Kleiderschrank hätte mehr Ablageflächen haben können, im Bad haben wir... Read MoreVor dem Hotel angekommen gab es genug Parkplätze, der Check-In verlief schnell und ohne Probleme, unser Zimmer war zur Ostseite raus wodurch wir auch einen Blick auf das Meer hätten.
Der Kleiderschrank hätte mehr Ablageflächen haben können, im Bad haben wir einen Klorollenhalter vermisst.
Das Frühstück war gut, allerdings wenig abwechslungsreich, da ist noch Luft nach oben. Des Weiteren waren bereits morgens um 7:30 Liegestühle reserviert, wogegen das Hotel scheinbar auch nichts unternimmt. Wer sich also einen guten Platz sichern möchte sollte früh aufstehen. Die Lage ist ansonsten gut, man kommt überall gut und es war auch sehr ruhig. Read Less

Muita qualidade Hotel com ótimo serviço e muita simpatia.
Bons quartos, com uma vista fantástica para o mar e um pinhal - uma bebida na varanda ao final do dia soube muito bem.
Jantei no hotel e o jantar estava divinal - entrada:... Read MoreHotel com ótimo serviço e muita simpatia.
Bons quartos, com uma vista fantástica para o mar e um pinhal - uma bebida na varanda ao final do dia soube muito bem.
Jantei no hotel e o jantar estava divinal - entrada: salada de salmão com citrinos; seguido de um entrecosto com molho bbq e para terminar um bolo de chocolate com gelado.
Fui em viagem de trabalho, mas achei que o hotel seria ótima para um fim de semana romântico. Read Less

Lovely hotel We spent a week in this hotel. I found all staff including reception lovely and helpful. Rooms and balconies are small but adequate. We had a side seaview room at the back of the hotel so was... Read MoreWe spent a week in this hotel. I found all staff including reception lovely and helpful. Rooms and balconies are small but adequate. We had a side seaview room at the back of the hotel so was really quiet and a lovely view it was. Only thing with the room is the tea cups are tiny if id known i would of put mugs in my case as we are tea bellies lol. We used the glasses in the end. Also there are no plug sockets by a mirror so i couldnt see to use my straightners just a heads up if ladies you want to straighten ur hair. Saftey deposit boxes are free. you get two beach towels to use whilst you stay and the rooms are air conditioned. Breakfast was lovely loads to choose from. We were only b and b so cant comment on the evening meal. Pool wad lovely and quiet u will get a sunbed easy whatever time of day it is. Beach behind hotel is a bit rocky in the sea if you walk down a bit from the hotel youll come to a better one with no Rocks and lots of water sports and beach bars. Visit the old town but id suggest a taxi as its quite hilly on the way. The hotel is ideally situated just far enough away from the strip. You have plenty of bars shops and restaurants just on your doorstep including a lively all u csn eat chinese. We didnt visit the strip on the night but it was fine during the daytime. I like to try different hotels at different places but if i did go back to alberfuria i would stay in this hotel making sure i take my mugs with me for our tea lol Read Less

Ticks all the boxes Modern Design beach hotel, close to the Strip but in a quiet area. Went on a bed and breakfast basis. Breakfast very varied and very good. The rooms were comfortable and cleaned daily. Only downside was the... Read MoreModern Design beach hotel, close to the Strip but in a quiet area. Went on a bed and breakfast basis. Breakfast very varied and very good. The rooms were comfortable and cleaned daily. Only downside was the size of the balcony which was quite small. Access to the beach down approximately 80-90 and the beach and cafe were great. Over 2 English speaking channels on the TV. Staff friendly and helpful. Read Less

Fantastic Hotel, staff amazing! Thank you! We arrived on the Thursday and were greeted with very friendly staff at the hotel. Rooms were all ready, and we had two rooms together which was perfect for our family holiday. On arriving to the swimming pool, there were... Read MoreWe arrived on the Thursday and were greeted with very friendly staff at the hotel. Rooms were all ready, and we had two rooms together which was perfect for our family holiday. On arriving to the swimming pool, there were lots of different groups around. Couples, solo travellers, birthday celebrations groups and a stag do. All people got on, it was lovely to see a group of people from the stag doing fantastic entertaining in the swimming pool. Other guests joined in the throw and catch game in the water. At the start of the evening, it was fantastic to see the hotel put on entertainment, the highlight for us was the life whale entertainment which was on the grass by the bar. Was so realistic and he didn’t move for hours. The second day we attended the beach, it had sun-beds to purchase for a fee and waiters willing to serve you throughout the day. As a family, I was please to see the lifeguards were extremely active! Always running about in their Red shorts. That evening we ate in the restaurant, the veg, salad, cheese and bread roles were something else! We had 3 starters before we moved on to the main, and all for €25 all you can eat, it was perfect! Our final day was spent lazing around the pool. There was no official entertainment, but the stag group who were ever present were ever so accommodating and took song requests and played tunes to suit all ages and created a really good atmosphere in and around the pool. Thank you to the hotel, the staff and the guests! We as a family will book again! Read Less

Nice Hotel in a good location This is a modern Hotel, The rooms are very large with a good sized bathroom - We had a nice room with side sea view looking over to Santa Eulalia. The Hotel is immaculate both in public... Read MoreThis is a modern Hotel, The rooms are very large with a good sized bathroom - We had a nice room with side sea view looking over to Santa Eulalia. The Hotel is immaculate both in public areas and the bedrooms which are cleaned with towel change daily. There is a hairdryer and good sized safe in the room & ample wardrobe space with many coat hangers provided The Beach is a public one which you access via the back gate of the Hotel and is a little way down a lane - and a lot of steps. The Beach itself is lovely.
We were Bed & Breakfast but ate an evening meal in the Hotel the 1st night - it was like a comedy sketch - poor service & inconsistent portion size between the different diners which culminated in the smallest sliver of cheesecake ever which was still frozen which we and other residents there were not able to eat! The breakfasts however were consistently good with an amazing amount of choice and the breakfast staff were efficient and friendly. The pool area was small and overcrowded - we never visited it but noticed no one used the pool so guess the water was cold. This is an Adult only Hotel, a plus point for me. It is also ideally placed just 5 minutes walk from 'the Strip' with plenty of Bars, Restaurants and Shops (mostly selling the same 'holiday' wares). It is about a gentle 40 minute, very pleasant walk to Albufeira. There is a Supermarket for all you could need closeby to the Hotel and a very good Italian Restaurant called Paulus Pizzeria. On the Strip we particularly liked The Market Restaurant at the end closest the Seafront. Overall we were very pleased with this Hotel and would recommend others to visit. Read Less

Muy buen hotel Buen hotel, tranquilo y con grandes servicios. Las habitaciones son amplias y muy cómodas. Las comidas son espectaculares así como el buffet desayuno. Situado en una zona con mucha oferta de ocio y a 5 minutos de la playa

Amazing hotel and service Was so surprised at how wonderful this hotel is. The pictures do not do it justice.
Excellent service from all staff. Clean and spacious rooms. We had a sea view balcony.
Plenty of sun beds round the pool and as mentioned in... Read MoreWas so surprised at how wonderful this hotel is. The pictures do not do it justice.
Excellent service from all staff. Clean and spacious rooms. We had a sea view balcony.
Plenty of sun beds round the pool and as mentioned in previous posts there are some steps down to a lovely sandy beach.
Breakfast is buffet style with every possible selections. Cheeses, meats, cereal, fruit, yogurts and pastries. Along with a cooked variety of eggs, bacon, hash browns, mushrooms.
Didn’t eat in the restaurant in the evening but did have lunch poolside and that was delicious.
The location is near a few bars and restaurants/cafe style and although the menus are much of a much do shop around for their deals (we had a three course meal for €10.95!)
A five minute walk down to the strip and we caught a bus into the old town one day for only €1.40! (Taxi about €6)
Nothing bad at all to say about the hotel or resort. Going back very soon as was so fab Read Less

Lovely hotel and staff but security needs tightening Stayed here for our honeymoon, booked the executive suite, chose as adults only hotel and wanted some peace and quiet. Suite was gorgeous and thank you so much to staff for arranging room to look amazing, please see photos. Food... Read MoreStayed here for our honeymoon, booked the executive suite, chose as adults only hotel and wanted some peace and quiet. Suite was gorgeous and thank you so much to staff for arranging room to look amazing, please see photos. Food also wonderful! Only down side was on our last day a stag group checked in and took over the pool area. I work in a behaviour school and know for a fact they were waiting to be told off to tone it down, but they weren’t so they got more and more drunk, and more and more annoying. Security need to nip this in the bud in future if the majority are to have a nice time. Stags apart it is a stunning hotel. Read Less

Love It! We have stayed in this Hotel several times now, Have stayed in May/June when the Hotel does have groups of British Stags & Hens, it can get a bit loud around the Pool during the day but it can be... Read MoreWe have stayed in this Hotel several times now, Have stayed in May/June when the Hotel does have groups of British Stags & Hens, it can get a bit loud around the Pool during the day but it can be Entertaining, Have also stayed July/August when it has just been couples of all ages and all nationalities so if you want a quiet, Romantic break give May/June a miss. The standard of the Hotel has not changed since our first visit, All staff pleasant and polite, The cleanliness is 5 Star, Breakfast is Excellent with plenty of choice, Never had food on an Evening in the Hotel but it looked good value at 20 Euro for 3 Course. Always choose a pool/Seaview room and ask for a Higher floor (Better View) Use you Room Key Card to open the Gate in the corner of the pool area, This will lead you down to the Beach. Numerous places to Eat and Drink near the Hotel, 5 minute walk to the Strip, 30 Minute walk to old Town, Or about 6 Euros for Taxi.Overall would Definitely recommend a Visit to this Hotel Read Less

Wunderschön Das hotel ist sehr schön. Waren zwar nur für eine Nacht aber top!
Wunderschönes Zimmer, tolles Bad, tolle Aussicht vom Balkon.
Wir machen grade unsere Flitterwochen und haben ein kostenloses Upgrade bekommen.
Sehr zu empfehlen.

Overall a great stay! We have just had a 5 day stay at hotel as a group of couples. Overall we had a great stay and for the reasonable price of the hotel I have to say it’s a great choice of location in... Read MoreWe have just had a 5 day stay at hotel as a group of couples. Overall we had a great stay and for the reasonable price of the hotel I have to say it’s a great choice of location in Albufeira with all the necessary amenities you would expect or a 4 star hotel.
The hotel is located between Santa Eulalia beach and the main strip in Albufeira, with a short taxi ride to the Old Town between €6/7 euros. The hotel is of a modern design but could probably do with a little bit of TLC here & then with in the room we stopped. There were no issues getting a sun lounger around the pool although busier over the weekend.
Many reviews have complained of rowdy stag/hen groups during their stay but we had no such issues. Although it does beg the question if you are anti larges groups etc why would you chose Albufeira for a relaxing break?
. Food and drinks are good enough in the hotel, €4 for a beer and roughly €8 for a burger although outside the hotel food and drink are half the price.
Nearby eateries are poor, stack them high well the cheap types accommodating stag/hens more than anything apart from a nearby by Italian we found. Id recommend this he old town for nicer meals etc.
Ultimately no faults or complaints from our group during our stay! Read Less

Emplacement au top ! Nous avons séjourné en Mars dans cet hôtel et nous avons passé un agréable séjour.
Le personnel est très accueillant et sympathique.
La propreté de l’hôtel est remarquable !!
Le petit déjeuner était très bien et le dîner (cuisine gastro) était... Read MoreNous avons séjourné en Mars dans cet hôtel et nous avons passé un agréable séjour.
Le personnel est très accueillant et sympathique.
La propreté de l’hôtel est remarquable !!
Le petit déjeuner était très bien et le dîner (cuisine gastro) était également très bien.
L’emplacement de l’hôtel est juste parfait, tout est à côté, très pratique !
Je vous conseille de vous rendre à la plage qui est situé derrière l’hôtel à 5-10min à pied, elle est magnifique.
Vous avez un HyperMarché à côté (5min) et pleins de bars/restaurants.
Enfin quelques conseils pour faire des activités, je vous conseille d’aller à Portimão (Playa Da Rocha) une plage splendide !
N’oubliez pas de faire la balade en bateau pour aller voir Benagil, c’est magique!
Bref un très bon séjour à Albufeira 🙂
Je vous conseille cet hôtel les yeux fermés ! Read Less

Wedding accomodation Do yourself a favour and stay at Aqua Pedra dos Bicos. My family and I stayed here for my wedding outside Albufeira. All of the staff were incredibly polite, friendy and helpful. We were made feel special throughout our stay.... Read MoreDo yourself a favour and stay at Aqua Pedra dos Bicos. My family and I stayed here for my wedding outside Albufeira. All of the staff were incredibly polite, friendy and helpful. We were made feel special throughout our stay. Ricardo (food and drinks manager) organised lovely welcome drinks with tapas for our guests the night before the wddding.
The views from the rooms are beautiful, the pool was lovely, the spa is well run and the general service from staff is top class. The location is great too. You will not regret staying here! Read Less

Relaxing break Hotel is lovely leading on to a beach which is a short walk.
Central location for accessing other places.
Very clean, staff mostly helpful, cleaning staff very helpful.
Small pool only slight problem of towels being left so unable to sit next to... Read MoreHotel is lovely leading on to a beach which is a short walk.
Central location for accessing other places.
Very clean, staff mostly helpful, cleaning staff very helpful.
Small pool only slight problem of towels being left so unable to sit next to the pool.
First class breakfast!!! Read Less

Great Holiday but partially ruined by stag party My girlfriend and I booked this hotel back in November for a relaxing 10 day break. The hotel, staff, facilities, bedroom, cleanliness , breakfast quality and choice were all impeccable. Nice food and drinks from the poolside bar; these were... Read MoreMy girlfriend and I booked this hotel back in November for a relaxing 10 day break. The hotel, staff, facilities, bedroom, cleanliness , breakfast quality and choice were all impeccable. Nice food and drinks from the poolside bar; these were a bit expensive however and So were the drinks at the indoor bar too.
Beautiful views from the roof terrace which I would highly recommend going up to have a look. Good location of the hotel , 2 minute walk from the beach via the back gate in the pool area. The beach directly beneath the hotel isn’t as good as the one further along to the right nearer to Albuferia with all the water sport activities. Bedrooms were cleaned and beds made to a spotless standard every day and bathroom towels were replenished along with clean drinking glasses etc. 30 minute walk from Albuferia which is a good location for food and drink. The local strip didn’t offer much in terms of good quality places to eat although we did find a beautiful Italian called “Italian republic” to the left on the roundabout opposite the strip which we visited 3 times during our stay. We also ate at Donaldo’s which was nice along with a pizza place near the supermarket round the corner called Paulus’s pizzeria. Some good bars and entertainment nearby on the strip and in Albuferia. A beautiful ice cream parlour on the round about too, had one most days. The hotel was placed further enough away to have some peace and quiet at night time.
A good choice of excursions to do. There was an excursions booking office just round the corner from the hotel which was convenient. We did the water park (slide and splash) which was brilliant. We also did buggy safari, great for couples, and we did the boat trip to see the Benagil caves which were fantastic.
The only complaint I would make is the stag do / party that turned up on the Friday that were staying for a long weekend celebrating a 50th birthday. They were Loud, rowdy, immature, drinking constantly, messy, blowing the whistle every 5 minutes. It made other guests feel uncomfortable and not able to properly relax. Every other guest felt on edge, it was clear. They are entitled to enjoy themselves but must also be considerate of Other guests coming to relax. Maybe we should have checked with the hotel before hand if big parties were welcome as this could have been a decision Breaker for us. Other than that, a nice stay and we may return in the future. 🙂 Read Less

Perfect choice 👍👍 Just returned from a 3 night stay at this hotel with another 15 guys, choosing a hotel that suits same sex groups isn’t easy as any groups of the same sex like to let there hair down and have non... Read MoreJust returned from a 3 night stay at this hotel with another 15 guys, choosing a hotel that suits same sex groups isn’t easy as any groups of the same sex like to let there hair down and have non relaxing fun.
I’ve seen some poor feedback on here that I quite frankly find ridiculous, I personally received comments from 4 couples saying we made there weekend else it would of been boring for them, we received no negative vibes or sign of complaint I spoke to staff and asked if we were ok and they suggested it was good to have us.
The hotel is amazing the staff exceptional and the couples there didn’t prevent our enjoyment
I give this hotel the complete thumbs up
If people are anti groups they should ask the right questions of the hotels before they book unless they just prefer to have something to complain about
👍👍👍👍 Read Less

Beautiful little gem Well it's our last day here after an amazing five day break.
The hotel is spotless and the rooms are cleaned every morning to a high standard.
The pool area is lovely and your never fighting for sun beds. There's... Read MoreWell it's our last day here after an amazing five day break.
The hotel is spotless and the rooms are cleaned every morning to a high standard.
The pool area is lovely and your never fighting for sun beds. There's some toliets and showers next to the pool so if you check out and your flight is later you can still use all the facilities and lounge around the pool side and grab a shower..there's also a luggage room too.
The rooms are lovely and the roof terrace is amazing with some spectacular views...defiantly worth a look.
The food is really good. Breakfast is lovely and there's something for everyone even if your really fussy. We went half board so the evening meal you pick from three choices from a set menu...it was amazing.
The staff are polite and helpful and arranged our transfer to the airport no problem at all.
The beach is exsessable from the back gate near the pool you have to use your key card which is a good thing. You simply follow the road down to some steps then your on the beautiful beach.
The strip is literally 5 minutes up the road where your find bars and restaurants galore.
I'm sad to be going home but I will 100% be staying here again...it was just lovely. Read Less

Fantastic hotel Stayed here for 4 nights with my wife in June 2019. It’s an excellent modern hotel in a fantastic location. We weren’t disturbed by any noise, and the hotel is set back far enough away from the strip, however it’s... Read MoreStayed here for 4 nights with my wife in June 2019. It’s an excellent modern hotel in a fantastic location. We weren’t disturbed by any noise, and the hotel is set back far enough away from the strip, however it’s only less than a 10 minute walk. There are some really nice bars and restaurants within a few minutes walk of the hotel, including an Italian and a Tappenyaki. The hotel bedroom was spacious and clean and the double bed was massive and comfortable. There was an excellent choice at breakfast and there was a slight variation each day of some of the pastries and hot food. We had a hire car and there was always ample parking at the front of the hotel. I can’t recommend this hotel highly enough and we will certainly be visiting it again in the future. Read Less

Gorgeous Photos do this hotel no justice. Beautiful. Central. Spotless. Beds are SO comfy. Nice wee piano bar. Pool is a bit small if you're the type of person who likes to stay on site. We aren't so it was... Read MorePhotos do this hotel no justice. Beautiful. Central. Spotless. Beds are SO comfy. Nice wee piano bar. Pool is a bit small if you're the type of person who likes to stay on site. We aren't so it was fine for us. Superb. Would go back in a heartbeat. Read Less

Honeymoon We were staying one week in July for our honeymoon. Stylish and very clean hotel . Very spacious, Modern and clean suite with amazing ocean view! Very good variety at breakfast . Location is close to everything ( 5 minutes... Read MoreWe were staying one week in July for our honeymoon. Stylish and very clean hotel . Very spacious, Modern and clean suite with amazing ocean view! Very good variety at breakfast . Location is close to everything ( 5 minutes ride to old town) and plenty of restaurants /shops nearby . Beach is 5-7 by foot. Highly reccomended:) Read Less

Great base and facilities I stayed here with my Friends in Mid May 2019.
The hotel is very clean and modern, a lovely swimming pool area with bar serving a good range of food and drinks.
The buffet breakfast also has a great range of options.
The... Read MoreI stayed here with my Friends in Mid May 2019.
The hotel is very clean and modern, a lovely swimming pool area with bar serving a good range of food and drinks.
The buffet breakfast also has a great range of options.
The staff were very friendly and helpful, and sorted us out when our transfer let us down.
The hotel is located a short walk from a beach, and a few nice bars serving until late.
If I come back to Albufeira I would definitely ayah here again. Read Less

Great hotel Lovely hotel and great staff.and in a very good position for all your needs. Friendly clean hotel cant wait to return.food very good from breakfast to evening meal.also there are bars and restaurants within walking distance.