Quinta da Ria Holidays from £224

Close to alvor, nice pool , large grounds.

The property itself is beautiful and has a lot of potential, but the overall experience fell short of what I would expect from a traditional resort. It feels less like a conventional resort and more like renting someone else’s vacation property, with a timeshare-like atmosphere. Check-in was somewhat cumbersome, and getting around the property and accessing the various amenities was unnecessarily complicated. The shuttle system requires reservations for each trip, which made getting from one area to another feel inconvenient rather than relaxing. Unfortunately, the service was another area that could use significant improvement. The front desk staff we encountered came across as discourteous and seemed bothered when we had questions. The resort also partners with an outside company to manage several of the restaurants and the pool, and our experience with the pool staff—particularly the servers—was disappointing. Service felt slow and unmotivated, which took away from what should have been a relaxing pool experience. Overall, the property is attractive, but the service, logistics, and overall resort experience did not live up to our expectations. We expected more and ultimately felt that the property did not deliver the level of service or convenience we anticipated.

If you are looking for an adult only small hotel near Lagos, this hotel will meet your needs. We had all our breakfasts there and you would find plenty of fresh fruits , cheeses, pastries and hot food, Dinner was excellent and they had a great wine list. What makes them truly special is their staff. They always greet you with a smile and are eager to help you organize your excursions. Best massage I had in a long time. Ask for Maya. The hotel manager was also very responsive to our needs. They have construction next to it and they were transparent about it before our arrival Perfect setup. Best sunrise and sunset! 10 minutes from Lagos, free parking. I would definitely recommend this hotel and would return if I come back in the Algarve.