Estrada M531-1 Urbanização Vila Marachique Lote 1, Recepção, 8500-777 Alvor, Portugal
#153 of 324 Holiday rentals in Alvor
Guests' ChoiceBased on 52 apartment reviews
8.1Cleanliness
8.2
Comfort
8.1
Location
8.3
Facilities
7.9
Staff
8.5
Value for money
7.7
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Reviewed: 5 April 2024
Nuno
PortugalIn the room we had two single beds instead of a double bed.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 14 March 2024
Rhirhi
United KingdomNoisy in night banging doors.Beds very uncomfortable ,no hairdryers
The,area not bad not far from Alvir centre
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Sinead
IrelandBin are is quite messy & it’s a walk way
Very clean, pool area beautifully kept, bar staff super friendly
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 20 September 2023
Christina
United Kingdomno AC. bed are not very comfy.
we love the location, we had stayed last year in the same room. we knew what we were getting. we think its great value for money. love the pool area food and drinks are good. kitchen is good good and has what you need. supermarket is very close.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 13 September 2023
Nugent
IrelandVery safe and clean. The pool is one of the best we have had.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 27 August 2023
Claire
IrelandThe fridge wasn’t very cold we had to put water and drinks in the freezer to have them cold.. there is no air conditioning and it was very hot but the host did provide a fan
Great location about 20 minute walk into alvor which was nice .. the complex is very well kept plenty for the children to do… apartment was lovely our host as very nice and helpful and met us at the property to go through eveything with us. We were there for 10 days and it was cleaned twice with fresh towels
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 23 August 2023
Cherith
United KingdomAccommodation wise - the check in part wasn't easy as Booking.com said we'd pick up keys on site but the number given was for reception desk in a different location. This was a bit stressful and needs addressing. Pool - no inflatables or ball games allowed but yet you're allowed to to cannon ball and back flip?! So forget the idea of floating around on your lilo because it's forbidden! FYI the pool is not supervised by a life guard but wasn't ever overcrowded. Location-not ideal but more than doable. The pool and grounds really make up for things as you want to spend time there, as other reviews have mentioned.
The apartment itself was very clean, spacious and had everything we needed (Block 9 room 1) The Air Conditioning in each room was brilliant and much needed. The pool and grounds were amazing and the pool bar was very reasonably priced and well stocked, including some nice cocktails on the menu, I must recommend the ham and cheese toasties too! :) The staff were all very friendly on site. The pool is super for all ages and there's a toddler pool at the other side of the bar which was really shallow and warm for the little ones. There is a really good supermarket across the road and has everything you could possibly need, fresh pasties and cooked meat too which is really handy for self catering. The apartment is a little out of the way but not too bad. About a 20 minute stroll into Alvor or the beach which isn't too bad if not too hot. Taxi's are really good though and about 5-6€ into Alvor. Overall, it is worth staying in this area if on a budget , looking for a nice quiet week with access to Alvor town, the harbour and an amazing beach as they are all not too far away. I would go back absolutely.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 19 August 2023
Elaine
IrelandThere is no reception so when you get dropped to property you need to call the contact number to meet someone to get a key. We’re not aware of this so ended up having to get a taxi to friends nearby to leave luggage while we waited to meet host with keys
The pool was fab lots of beds and green area to lie out pool bar was nice but cash only
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 7 August 2023
Christopher
United KingdomHaving to buy a sun umbrella for the pool as only stands available - then leave it behind.
Great room and pool. Staff (Rosa?) helpful with storing our bags as our departure was later in the day.
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 18 July 2023
Mateusz
PolandThe sleeping standard and lack of wi fi, washing machine, dishwasher or even owen place this appartment on average level.
Realy beautiful swimming pool.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 29 October 2022
Jacqui
United Kingdomfound the bed too hard, noise from other apartment
location, parking and size
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 8 September 2022
Andrew
United Kingdomtoo many rules, expensive.
facilities are excellent
Stayed in September 2022
Reviewed: 4 September 2022
Karen
IrelandI wasn't aware the apartments were privately owned so you need to buy your own umbrella for the pool. Also you had to enter a key fobbed gate to get into the pool. There was no WiFi which the teenagers were disappointed with. It is a good 25 minutes walk to either the beach or Alvor town, longer with the kids who often got an uber with one adult.
The kiddies pool was fabulous for our two children who are under 5. Our 2 bed apartment was bright and spacious. The pool bar was lovely and staff were super friendly.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 26 August 2022
Paolo
ItalyI was with my family and having a dishwasher should be of great help. I know is well written in the offer description however if the apartment in future will offer a wi-fi will be highly appreciated.
The apartment is very nice and spacious. The possibility we can use the beautiful swimming pools is one of the aspect that provide value to this location.
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 9 August 2022
Jean
IrelandA bit far out from the town and there was no WiFi
Stayed in August 2022
Reviewed: 24 October 2021
Jane
IrelandThe pool area was gorgeous
Stayed in October 2021
Reviewed: 20 May 2024
Sally
United KingdomShame no view from the balcony.
Lovely spacious 2 bedroom apartment.
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 12 May 2024
Niamh
United KingdomThe property was beautiful - a few issues with cold water in the shower but overall an amazing stay !
Loved the pool and pool cafe!
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: 11 April 2024
Shandrea
CanadaThey were painting the exterior of the building we were staying in and we were woken up by the painters on our balcony.
The pool area is amazing
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 27 September 2023
Michelle
IrelandThe host was so accommodating and the apartment was really clean. The pool on the grounds is perfect for kids and so convenient.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 18 September 2023
Liam
Irelandapartment location within the complex was very poor
cleanliness
Stayed in August 2023
Reviewed: 3 July 2023
Claudio
GermanyMediocre apartment. Several things were broken. No Waschmaschine. They gave us 2 keys for 6 people, not enough should have been al least 3 keys ...
Only 10 min away from Portimao.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 11 October 2022
Pete
United Kingdomnothing
clean with plenty of room
Stayed in October 2022
Reviewed: 9 September 2022
Calum
United KingdomGreat location, pool area and staff
Stayed in September 2022
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