Farol da Ponta do Arnel

It was well situated, so close to the city that we could easily walk to different restaurants, car rental, excursions and sights to visit. It cost 5 euros per day to park our car in the hotel’s parking lot that was operated with a closed door so no risk of vandalism. You could also come and go all day. The pool and area was really cleaned and well maintained. The staff were all friendly and helpful. I like that they had a bowl at the entrance full of complimentary apples every day. The only negative think I could say was the mattress in our suite with the king size bed. It was not think enough so I could feel the springs on one side. I asked to change the mattress or put a mattress topper but they couldn’t help. We are breakfast there every morning and it was just perfect to start our day with a lot of variety from hot to cold. We ate lunch just once at the hotel and it was good, but the rest of the time ate elsewhere since we had a lot of variety. The dinner they were serving was buffet style and opened only at 7pm which was too late for us.

Phillipe greeted us with warmth and kindness. Breakfast buffet was good and well maintained, supper buffet was often less maintained and rarely had food in all the food warmers and generally lacked dessert options other that gelatin like items. It was nice to have live music, pool table to meet with our friends after supper and a day of exploring the island. Rooms were clean however, the carpet is old, tired and some stains. Because of the humidity from the ocean and climate the room would smell musty when returning until the air conditioner had been on for a while again. The room does not maintain air conditioning when you leave as your room key needs to be inserted to have any power to the room. Lighting for getting ready is minimal so if you like to do your makeup bring your own light.

If you love birds and gardens this is the place. Very charming and not too many guests. Hot tub was relaxing.