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Reviews of Monica Isabel Beach Club 3 stars

Forte Sao Joao, 8200-325 Albufeira, Portugal

#75 of 82 hotels in Albufeira

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 700 hotel reviews

7.3

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    7.7

  • Comfort

    7.7

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    7.1

  • Staff

    8.3

  • Value for money

    7.6

  • Free WiFi

    5.8

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  • Reviewed: 28 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not entirely sure why I was charged 2 euros per person tax when the hotel I went on to stay at did not charge this.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 May 2024

    6.0
    Would stay again but self catering
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Triple Room (3 Adults)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds were so hard and uncomfortable and also the all inclusive the food was awful

    The location was brilliant

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 May 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 5 nights

    this resort is very noisy. After a long day when you just want to rest, the rest of the clients are ready to party down. I cannot count how many nights I was awoken by clients coming home yelling and screaming on their way to their rooms (at 5 am) If you are looking for rest this is not the resort to come to.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    7.0
    Great for a few days - but definitely not a 'main holiday' location
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Room (2 Adults + 2 Children)
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The hotel is old and in need of renovation across the entire site. Cleaning was basic. We were on the floor just below the dining room - although we had a beautiful view and a very large wrap-around balcony - the noise from people scraping their chairs above was truly bad. Soundproofing between rooms is non-existent - so definitely take ear-plugs! In spite of the enthusiasm and effort of the team - the entertainment left rather a lot to be desired...! My final gripe - although the hotel is located on the beach - sun loungers and umbrellas here (not around the pools) were charged at 20 Euros a day (1 umbrella and 2 loungers). It's the first time I have ever been to a beach hotel where there's a charge to use the facilities. It's worth noting as if you're going specifically for the beach and hoping to use the facilities - then this could be quite a significant addition to your costs.

    The staff at the hotel were exceptional. Very informative and helpful - Carla at reception was outstanding - and deserves a special mention. The staff in the restaurant were consistently numerous and always smiling (it really does make a difference - so this was really lovely). In spite of the 'aged' hotel (stuck somewhere circa 1994) - the food was very, very good. There was such a variety - so many lovely, healthy dishes (I was worried it was going to be 'everything with chips' - but this was absolutely not the case at all). Everything was always replenished, both at breakfast and dinner - and there was such a vast choice - I really couldn't find fault. The hotel is situated far enough out of the town for it not to impact one's stay - yet is easily reached if necessary in a 10 minute taxi ride. The hotel also has direct (easy) access to a long beach - which was lovely for walks etc.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    8.0
    ideal for our group and the weather was a great bonus too.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 5 nights

    evening entertainment could have been better however we weren't over bothered as there are a couple of pubs close by if you want a change

    Rooms were great and we had a sea view too. Drinks and food were all fine and as we were a group of 10 people suited us. Pool area was also fine with no issues getting a sunbed. It is located on the beach and you can walk easily to the old town .

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    7.0
    Was exactly what we needed as a family
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 9 nights

    Food was often quite cold and samo

    Location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 13 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 7 nights

    Fantastic location. Had everything we wanted. Hotel looking a bit tired so needs a bit of an update.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    7.0
    I feels safe and relaxed in this location . Beautiful place!
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms need refurbished

    Very good location,the food excellent

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    There was no hair dryer and the airconditioner looks a bit old but still does the job though.

    I like the evening activities which were really fun. Secondly, how close it was to the beach. The breakfast was amazing as well and staff were great and helpful. Thank you

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    A little too noisey from the entertainmwnr until 11

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The hotel needs to be renovated,very old furniture,the sockets broken,for the hairdryer, cattle, towels to the beach needs to leave deposit.

    Location,beach, everything it's walking distance from hotel.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Noise in mornings

    Location as it was so close to the beach

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    7.0
    You get what you pay for
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The rooms only had single beds which they will join together for couples (I asked for a double bed prior and they said they don’t have any just single beds joined), which is fine for friend groups obviously uncomfortable for a couple. The hotel is a bit dated and we were in the older building, but it is in line with the price in the end of the day. The restaurant felt a bit small and we went in April so I would imagine it gets very busy in summer hence the meal rotations. At dinner, the section with breaded foods wasn’t under a heater so it wasn’t hot, which I did read about before, and I was scared that all food is cold but it’s just that one section and there’s a microwave if you really want to have any of these stuff. The rest is fine and warm. I think only on one of the days the food selection at dinner was bad, the others however were fine.

    The rooms were cleaned daily and they changed our towels. The bar staff was friendly and the all inclusive was good. The meals were alright, we never really did lunch cause we just stayed by the pool and had those snacks, but breakfast and dinner were fine apart from like certain days for dinner where the selection was not good. Breakfast was the same every day but it was good. Overall, we actually had a very nice holiday and didn’t have any major issues that took away from our experience. I think I would recommend the hotel for stays outside of the season, going for some winter sun. I haven’t been there in summer but I would imagine the quality goes down with more people as you would expect.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    No attention to details in the room. Walls looking old

    Food and the view

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 26 April 2024

    7.0
    Relaxed and enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We stayed on the 7th floor and could hear everything happening upstairs in the restaurant and got woke up every morning by this.

    The location was perfect and good value for money

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    8.0
    Perfect location for a short trip
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Pool snacks could have been better

    Location of the hotel is perfect. Pool area is lovely and rooms were much bigger than expected. Cleaners came everyday with fresh towels. Food selection each day was really good

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    8.0
    Nice stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    That there only was a fridge. No oven, cookery nor anything to eat/cook with. Probably cause of the all inclusive one could buy but we didn't have that.

    I only had a room booked for one night. Check-in was easy, I was able to do it before 3 pm and leave my bag there, and then just come back for the key later on. The hotel/building itself is huge as it has separate buildings where to stay. Ours was very close to the sea and the view was nice. Room was good enough, bed pretty comfy and had a fridge as used to have a kitchenette.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    7.0
    Comfortable
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Being located at south west point

    Layout

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    7.0
    Good location, but don’t expect any ability for self catering.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Though advertised as having a kitchenette, no kettle, cutlery, crockery or any items were supplied.

    A good location, large pool and bar area / restaurant.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    8.0
    Can’t wait to come back! Obrigado!
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 6 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some features could use some updating. One of the lifts was not functional and some of the bathroom fixtures were loose.

    Location was exceptional. Food and drinks were wonderful and the staff were fantastic! Pool was great and the sun beds were very comfortable! A special mention for the entertainment staff, they made our trip such a joy! They were upbeat, positive and did such a good job of getting everyone involved in the activities.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    6.0
    The food was good location great but don’t accept a room on level 7 main building if you want a peaceful place to rest
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The noise level was totally unacceptable if you are on the 7th floor of the main building the restaurant and kitchens are above and from 6am until 11pm the noise of the kitchen and chairs being scraped across the tiled floor was truly unbearable you will not get away from it

    The location of this hotel to the beach was fantastic and a short walk to the old town of Albufeira

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 April 2024

    6.0
    Great location and good value for money
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Triple Room (3 Adults)
    • Stayed 4 nights

    The rooms are not like in the pictures There are very basic - very cleaned as the cleaners come daily but too basic to my taste Shelves are lacking in the bathroom as well as heating towel rack - also there was no hairdryer

    Buffet food was good although the timings are very limited ( eg a bit too early for Breakfast and dinner...)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 April 2024

    8.0
    Relaxing
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Moving furniture in the room above was noisy in the morning!

    Good breakfast, friendly staff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 March 2024

    8.0
    An amazing time, really helpful and nice staff.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Double or Twin Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Indoor pool wasn’t heated as it was supposed to be.

    Location, it was on the beach. Big without being overwhelming.

    Stayed in March 2024

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