Encosta das Oliveiras Hotels, Loulé

"We were very happy with our stay at Portobay Blue Ocean hotel. Found it to be very clean inside and the outer gardens and swimming pool were very well kept. All staff were very nice and friendly, often saying hello when walking past. We had the buffet breakfast which was always good, with fresh fruit and nice bakery bits. We once had the buffet evening meal, which I found all very nice. Didn't use their restaurants as menu didn't peek my interest and we're always dead. The sunset bar and upper swimming pool have fantastic views. There wasn't a huge amount to do in the area apart from the beaches, with a lot of places closed but appreciate we did go 'out of season'. There is a great wooden walk way that goes down to the beaches but is quite rough terrain in places so you do need to be 'active' and have suitable footwear."

"great view of the ocean, clean, great location, comfy beds, lots of dining options in walking distance. "

"Gorgeous relaxing property! "

"The room was nice but be careful of the bathroom slide door I got trapped behind a faulty door. The staff were friendly and welcoming . Location of the hotel was good."

"The location is great and the breakfast buffet was awesome. Staff was very friendly and helpful."

"Spotless room amazing staff"

"Indoor pool is fabulous "

"Never used the Spa and it was still a bit chilly in February to go swimming, although the pool looked great. Room was lovely with safe, coffee machine & balcony. There was a hairdryer, steam iron, slippers & dressing gown in the room too. Reception staff were fantastic and the issue with the sink plug was promptly dealt with. They also helped arrange a tour for us, contacted our shuttle service & even provided us with take-away breakfast as we had an early flight."

"Impressed with the hotel and staff"