Pestana Blue Alvor Beach

"Location was ok, Rooms and hotel was spotless and well presented. (Pool area could do with a hose down each morning or night as the floor looked a little dirty) Any problems reception sorted out straight away. Couldn’t hear a single noise at night, beds were a little hard, but reception organized mattress toppers which definitely helped. At times we had to wait 5-10 mins for a drink. Bar staff worked hard. Food isn’t geared up for the English however the food choice was plentiful and as they say “when in Rome” The evening entertainment is very hit and miss, on the bingo night the young girl calling the numbers would keep having private jokes with other nationalities which made the Brit’s feel awkward. It was so long winded and boring. Kids were running around and on one occasion the parents allowed the kids to build a den on the dance floor about 5ft high by piling foot stalls on top of each other!!! The entertainment team had to take it down so they could start there show. So disrespectful. Brilliant Wi-Fi. This is an honest review, and we would return."

"This is a 3 star at the very best. Nearly every good review is fake and obviously written by the animation team. The food is absolutely horrible, and weve had to eat out every day. Dont waste your money on this place!"

"The positive points, Modern room, with impeccable bedding, a pleasant view with a furnished balcony, however, nowhere to hang a towel or a swimsuit, little storage for two people. The staff, with the exception of the front desk, (French is not on the agenda) handing over a flyer, no explanation, figure it out yourself... is friendly, thank you, does what they can Pleasant environment, and beach quite accessible, The negatives, The catering, very disappointing, microscopic tables, uncomfortable chairs like you wouldn't believe, we have the feeling of being in a cafeteria, the noise, very repetitive food but fruit, and wine at will, and even sparkling wine, but no sparkling water available, requiring repeated requests. The indoor pool, noisy, and absence of posted rules. However, the young man in charge of managing the towels, very nice, the entertainment always in English, plan on using Google Translate."