Forte Do Vale

stayed here in May 2019 for 4 nights. loved it. rooms where apartment type with kitchen and living room with all utilities. The only thing we can fault about that was we wish there was a tv in the living room and bedroom we got ours changed from the living room to bedroom but would have been nice sometimes to sit in the living room every now and then but that minor. very clean. staff where more than helpful with directions to all the attractions. The food although not loads to choose from was of the highest quality and all cooked with love and had great taste. The location was 10 min walk from the strip ( newtown ) 10 min taxi / 20 min walk to old town where all the tourist shop. convient stores next door and an amazing beach 5- 10 min walk (isabella). we shall be booking again for next year!!

Overrated Hotel, shame because it is in a great location rooms good size but are in need of a makeover, the staff are very helpful but there isn't enough of them We only ate breakfast and it was OK, I would honestly rate it 3 star

Great hotel, friendly staff, very clean, good food and entertainment and well organised. All inclusive choice was great. Great for exploring the locality. Indoor sports facilities good despite having a small charge. Would be happy to go there again as really enjoyed my break.

We had a great holiday in Albufeira the hotel is rated as four star and although nice was not four star. The room was big and bright beds comfy although sofabed was very poor to sleep on, good kitchen with good selection of appliances. We were all inclusive but the food was disappointing and did not cater well for vegetarians. Staff were helpful and polite. We would go back but definitely self catering as there are so many good places to eat nearby.

If you want a self catering holiday ,with a fully fitted kitchen , large living area , good sized bedroom and bathroom ...this is the place for you. The accommodation was enormous , clean and well equipped. The down side to the hotel was the all inclusive ...the food was awful. There was hardly any choice...we have never had a salad bar that does not include cucumber or tomatoes before ...no cheese ...cold meats or bread rolls...the list goes on. My husband struggled to eat the hot choices ....they must have been bad as he eats anything !! We had to ask for eggs in the morning ....it seems to me you had to ask for everything ...we felt sorry for the staff who were brilliant but way overworked and no where near enough on at meal times . The seating area around the pool is too small ...no where near enough sunbeds and about a dozen parasols in total. Lots of stag and hen parties .So we went to the beach every day . At night there is no outside seating area which we found odd ....so you have to try to get a seat in the bar/entertainment room ....this has seating for about 50 people ...so good luck with that. There was one bar man on trying to keep everyone happy ....we felt sorry for him so apologetic , why so little staff ....Its meant to be 5 star. ! It would be nice if the staff on reception acknowledged you with a good morning or goodnight ...instead of ignoring you. We have been in better 3 star hotels ....this falls far short of that. We would be very surprised if this keeps its 5 stars next year .

Poorest food I've eaten on an "All Inclusive". Given a studio room, when we'd booked a 1 room apt (this was rectified next day) Unless you put a towel on sun bed at midnight you've little chance of getting one. Pool bar doesn't open until 12.00 and closes at 4.00, then the hotel bar opens downstairs, which isn't very handy, and even then, you're lucky if there is a barman.

we were shocked at the size of the apartments they're huge and they have everything you could think of and more!!!!. The rest of the hotel is very clean and well looked after. The food is very good although there's not a massive choice. All the staff were pleasant and helpful. will definitely go back again.