Porto Bay Falesia

This was definitely the best hotel we've ever stayed in and we are frequent travellers the staff were simply 1st class who went that extra mile to see to our every need day and night they surprised us with a bottle of champagne on ice in our room on arrival for our wedding anniversary the house staff daily changed the sheets towels toiletries and they were very welcoming the hotel was immaculate throughout the food was simply sumptuous catering for every dietary requirement the outdoor pool was very large sun loungers was abundant facilities such as gym beauty Salon entertainment was superb would definitely recommend and will definitely be back in January

Our 5th stay at this hotel, normally we go May/October but visited in July for a family wedding and again we were not disappointed. We originally chose this hotel after staying at the Cliff Bay in Maderia and have also stayed at the Liberdade in Lisbon. I would highly recommend the PortoBay group. The PortoBay Falesia is well located, beautiful cliff top views, direct access to the beach where you can walk to Villamoura, stopping off for a refreshment along the way and also walkable to Albufeira via the main road. The food at the hotel is very good and there are lots of nice restaurants nearby and a nice stroll takes you down to the cove for dinner or drinks. Staff are all very friendly and helpful. Housekeeping staff are very efficient. After your first visit, join as a Prestige member which has discounts and perks. Highly recommend this hotel.

We stayed here for 12 nights bed and breakfast. On arrival our bags were taken to the room 327 which is front facing we found it lovely and spacious and diligently cleaned by the helpful housekeeping staff each day, tea, coffee and safe are provided. The beds were so comfy and the room was dark and peaceful so a great nights sleep each night. The hotel itself seemed to have a real mix of European and some American clients, some families of all ages and middle aged couples a lovely chilled out mix - very civilised. The staff were all very professional and just left you alone to enjoy your holiday but were available if you needed them - reception staff were helpful. Breakfast provided loads of choice and was plentiful, with several choices of sitting areas - the smiliest waiter was William Viera! The pool was not mega busy but enough to have a good atmosphere, no rowdy people here :) loads of loungers and lots of additional lounging areas, on the lawn , overlooking the sea etc. The views and access to the beach were spectacular and we enjoyed many walks along the beach to Vilamoura (a long walk - 2 hours in the heat) which was nice along the edge of the water and to Olhos village - we did this a few times and each time took a slightly different path, when tide was out along the beach edge was great for spotting sea creatures and the natural springs, then another route along the cliff tops where you can take in the spectacular views. When in Olhos the village is small but you can easy find a great pub for affordable drinks and ice creams - the village itself could do with a bit of renovation, but it has a nice feel. Facilities in the hotel had a daily activity programme with things like yoga available, a gym, spa, indoor pool, table tennis, tennis courts etc, so lots to do to pass the time. The beach is easy to access via some wooden steps not a problem for us but a consideration if you have mobility issues. We saw a chameleon on our first day there which was great - overall a lovely relaxing stay - thanks to all the hard working staff a the Portobay hotel .