Forte Sao Joao, 8200-325 Albufeira, Portugal
#75 of 82 hotels in Albufeira
Guests' ChoiceBased on 639 hotel reviews
7.3Cleanliness
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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End of dialog contentReviewed: 24 April 2024
Alison
IrelandPool 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
Essi
United KingdomThat 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
Nathan
United KingdomBeing located at south west point
Layout
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 15 April 2024
Robert
United KingdomThough 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
Abigail
United KingdomSome 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
Julie
United KingdomThe 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
Marie
United KingdomThe 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
Rebecca
United KingdomMoving furniture in the room above was noisy in the morning!
Good breakfast, friendly staff
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: 29 March 2024
Luis
PortugalIndoor pool wasn’t heated as it was supposed to be.
Location, it was on the beach. Big without being overwhelming.
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 26 March 2024
Paul
United KingdomFood choices
Location and view
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 24 March 2024
Bev
New ZealandRoom had few facilities
Location, breakfast, size of room, comfortable bed, bath and shower
Stayed in March 2024
Reviewed: 6 November 2023
Énio
PortugalThe hotel rooms were somewhat old and visibly worn out. They could use a lift up. (It's not really a negative point, but a simple observation). The only negative points, in my opinion, are the bed mattresses. I did not find them comfortable, to the point of having woken up with back pain. I should mention, though, that I have a back condition. However, the other guests traveling with me share the same feeling.
The hotel is well located and our rooms were spacious and had a beautiful seaview The restaurant food at dinner was diverse and tasty. The staff was welcoming, attentive, and proactive.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: 3 November 2023
Mccann
SpainThe rooms are dated. There is a lack of equipment in the kitchen - 1 very small wine glass, 2 small glasses. Cupboards were very bare - you could not cook a meal. Bathroom very old fashioned.
We only had breakfast. It was very good. Beautiful view as a bonus. Great selection. Brilliant location. Great balconies - nice to have 1 off each bedroom. Short walk to a lovely beach.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 30 October 2023
Dainis
LatviaIt feels like the staff is working max slow check-in and check-out. Maybe the software is slow. But it's annoying.
The location is excellent. Breakfast is excellent and plentiful. Possibility of free car parking. The Panacee restaurant nearby is excellent.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 23 October 2023
Jonathan
IrelandA lot of noise when they were setting up the restaurant in the morning and again late at nite
Perfect location, very clean and tidy. Staff were very friendly and helpful
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 10 October 2023
Mark
United KingdomNothing really. We got we expected for the price so it was good value for money.
Good value for money.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 10 October 2023
Catherine
IrelandRoad outside apartment 305 A very poor, needs a new surface. WiFi only available at reception. Building a bit tired looking in places. Bacon and sausages not great
The staff were friendly and helpful. Facilities good.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 9 October 2023
Gerard
IrelandThere was no cooker to cook in hotel
Your staff is amazing the cleaning lady’s are so nice went above and beyond to help us
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 4 October 2023
John
IrelandMeal times too late for breakfast and dinner
Loved Layout of rooms, no long corridors, proximity to beach and Oldtown,
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 2 October 2023
John
United KingdomLocation was brilliant! Perfect for beach lovers!
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: 2 October 2023
Jean
United KingdomWould have preferred it to be quieter around the pool (but then again, it is a beach club). The nightly entertainment was a bit cheesy!
The location is wonderful, right by the beach and with a lovely view of the bay. It was a nice walk into Albufeira along the beach - only 20 mins. The food is really good and the staff very helpful. Our apartment was lovely and spacious and it was good to be able to use the facilities of the neighbouring hotel (tennis, mini golf)
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: 1 October 2023
Andrew
TurkeyThe hotel was a little dated but sufficient. The food was decent but could use better variety at breakfast for healthy eaters.
Decent food, large but dated room, excellent location near beach and town.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 14 September 2023
Breda
IrelandDidn't like the way we got treated by hotel manager when my sister was attacked by another guest a man he did nothing only laught an smirk with his staff my sister had to call the police herself to make a complaint
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: 11 September 2023
Caroline
United KingdomAlbeit the hotel was clean, the vibe of the hotel wasn't too good.
The hotel was very dated.
Stayed in September 2023
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