Hotel berhampiran Carvoeiro beach, Carvoeiro

We have just returned and loved our stay, so much so we’re booking for 2025. We booked with on the beach and had a 2 bed garden villa facing one of the smaller pools, the location could not have been better. The villa was dated but functional , maids every 2 days and clean towels etc. in between we just wizzed through with the brush to sweep up (5 mins tops). The reception staff were always nice to us and pleasant ! The shop on site was ok but the spar behind the resort was better (fresh bread , pastries and croissants etc) Heldas bar behind the resort also fab for lunch , we got taxis to town to eat out 7 euro each way and ate in bars locally , the restaurant on site was also fab. Would recommend primavera and the lighthouse as our top eateries , the villa was a little dated but it didn’t bother us , it was so spacious ! We loved it here , saw a few people arguing over sunbeds but that happens anywhere ! Book it with confidence ! We’re headed straight back next year x we also hired a car at the airport with zitt auto who were fab , we went to zoo marine , albuferia , Portimão , obvs Intermarché and Apolónia for food shops ,(never seen so much wine choice in Apolónia) amazing ! We did the caves in a speed boat which the kids loved , (14&5) !! It’s been so lovely to escape the all inclusive chaos ! We stayed in villa 523.

Pestana was a bit hit and miss, your enjoyment of your stay all depends on what neighbors you get as the rooms are NOT in the slightest bit soundproof as advertised.  I would love to give 5 stars just based on the staff and the facilities for the price you pay but this is the least soundproof place we've ever stayed in and we've stayed at Ibis and Travel Lodge and even they didn't have paper thin walls. I'm quite annoyed at the false advertising of soundproof as that's what our booking was based on for a week and half of peaceful break. I understand the hotel can't control who checks in and where they stay and how noisy they are, however we would have avoided Pestana if we knew how thin the walls are. We also did not like having to pack and unpack 3 times but it's what we had to do to tey get good nights sleep to enjoy our holiday. Upon arrival we checked into G61, we could hear every step every person made up the stairs and along the top floor as  as every draw or door being closed. There is absolutely no privacy when sitting outside the lounge in the garden, the table next door is literally 1m away as well as their sun lounges. Due to noisy kids we asked to be moved.  Reception lady was freindly and pleasant and made every effort to move us, she gladly checked availability and got another room ready for us while we went for a hike. We then checked into 27. This house was also not soundproof whatsoever. We could hear the neighbors TV  but it was quieter as there were no kids constantly running up and down the stairs. However our peace was short lived as 2 days later our new neighbors came home every morning at 2am and made a noise till 4am and then woke up early too continuing with their noise. All we heard constantly was doors closing, showers running, loud steps, talking, constant whistling and you can even here them plugging things into the walls. So needless to say we were exhausted from the lack of sleep for days which made our stay unpleasant. We then moved a 2nd time to G67 which was the same block of terraced suits as the first one. Luckily our neighbors on either side were quiet but on one side they woke up at 6am every morning which meant we did too due to the lack of soundproofing. Basically if you're in your aparent you are subjected to constant banging from cupboards and doors, hearing every step made up m down stairs and the plugging in of appliances into the adjacent walls. All 3 rooms had pretty much the same layout with decent sea and garden views. There is quick easy access to the cliffs infront and a short walk to 2 beautiful beaches on either side of the resort, as well as a quick 2km walk down into town.  We didn't eat at the restaurant on site as we self catered and there are also many great restaurants in town and the best sushi takeaway in Lagoa. Intermarche supermarket is a 5 min drive away and had a great selection of everything we needed for our 2 week stay. Had a few maintenance issues in the 1 apartment,

This hotel was pure luxury for a very reasonable price, amazing views, free private use of the small spa (book in for a spot), amazing breakfast, amazing views, outdoor and indoor pools, perfect location to do the cliff walk and the boardwalk trail into town or a direct walk to Carvoeiro town in 5 minutes. Lovely rooms, well stocked. I also enjoyed a massage at the spa that was excellent.

We've just returned from a 10 night stay at Placid Village and loved it. We had a 2 bed apartment and we've never had such a spacious apartment, it was huge! It was a bonus to have a second toilet with a washing machine and a dishwasher in the kitchen. The A/C worked really well and the kitchen was well equipped. The pool area is small but even though it was the summer holidays there was never a mad dash for sun beds in the morning, which was great. The complex has a little snack bar for drinks and ice creams during the day. And the reception staff were friendly and informative. It is a bit of a walk into the centre (20 mins) but we enjoy walking so it wasn't an issue. Don't let the walk put you off as Ubers and taxis are really reasonable. We used an Uber to get to the Intermarche supermarket and it was less than €4. There's a decent mini market about 5-10 mins away from the complex. We loved the resort of Carvoeiro, our 1st visit. We ate in lots of lovely restaurants, Bella Rosa, Xamor and the tapas place near the beach, to name a few. The sky bar at the Tivoli and sky bar 360 near the beach are great for a sundowner cocktail. And there's a lovely little bakery (turn left instead of right on the road at the bottom of the big hill). Worth visiting for breakfast. We walked to Algar Seco to see the cliffs/caves which are spectacular. We visited the Benagil caves and went kayaking. We also went to Ferragudo for the day, which was under €10 in an Uber. We had a fantastic holiday and we were really happy with everything about Placid Village.

My Wife and I have just returned from a week's stay in the Mirachoro hotel, Carvoeiro. We were booked bed and breakfast. The hotel was excellent and a joy to be in. It was well situated, beautifully maintained and spotless. Our room was perfect, cleaned every day with fresh towels, lovely balcony view and well air conditioner. The Staff were so helpful and breakfast was an absolute treat! A variety of cereals and seeds, fresh fruit, cheese, yoghurts, cooked items, assortment of breads and more. Great pool, WiFi service, book library and more. What a fantastic week and The Mirachoro was just perfect!!! Thank you so much to the Management and Staff!! 👏👏❤️ Paul and Roisin

It’s our second time to Monte Santo and it was better than the first a number of years ago. Apartments were spotlessly cleaned and well maintained. All facilities available with the exception of a clothes horse. Hotel said it was because there was a washer dryer but I prefer not to use a dryer on lots of items. Cleaners were good and came every day. Towels were changed when required and pool towels can be changed daily. Lots of beds available at the pool however if you want an umbrella you need to be there earlier. I understand that more umbrellas are on the way. Lots of maintenance taking place to keep the resort up to standard. In comparison to other resorts I’ve stayed in, I think they could do more with the restaurant and bar. A better lunch and snack menu and a better priced evening menu would attract a lot more customers. Overall a lovely stay. It’s not 5 star and probably more good 4 star.

We stayed here in August after a week long group holiday in a villa in Benagil. This was just what we needed to recover from a hectic week ! The villas are spacious and spotlessly clean . We stayed in a two story two bed villa . The bed was huge and the balcony had wonderful views over the gardens . Most of all - the people who make this place so special are the staff . Tania , Natalino and Tieery to name a few . All the staff at this lovely village have made this one of the best holidays . They are so friendly and charming they make you smile everyday . I would love to name them all but there were so many . The taxis are cheap (5 euros) if you want to visit nearby Carvoiero for a bit more of a lively scene and amazing restaurants like A Gale and Jota Lita . There was a really good mix of nationalities staying at the village so you feel part of a truly global family . 100% we will be returning again .