This may be the top end of hotel accommodation in surf Mecca Baleal and is a very enjoyable place to stay. Stripped down shabby chic feel, friendly staff and never too busy (though the ground floor restaurants can get busy since not just for hotel guests, and food is decent). Not too big so feels personal and always relaxed. Highlights are the rooftop sun lounging and pool/jacuzzi area (was never too busy, great views), the breakfast (amazing) and surf lessons from João Maria! Great hotel for families, but doesn't feel dominated by families, good mix of people.

Location is fine but at the top of the hill to main central area where beaches and peninsula restaurants and bars are (only 10-15 min walk, but hot hot walk). Generally the hotel feels like it could be awesome but has a series of little things that sometimes let it down - nothing major, but for the price you might have expected a bit more e.g. failed batteries in room door and security box door, e.g. the rooftop terrace has a bar but it is never open and so we went up and down to the ground floor to get drinks (we didn't mind, but as I say, for the room price...).

Location, restaurant and staff A1

Exceptionally good breakfast, very comfy bed

The bathroom is rather small

Friendly staff

There is one door that should be equipped with a card reader so the hotel guests don't have to walk through the dining area all the time but can get out the back.

Great little hotel; fab value for money and really chilled and friendly vibe. Will be back.

very friendly and helpful personnel! will definitely come back, thanks for making our stay so great

The staff, the room, the rooftop terrace and the breakfast was amazing. We really enjoyed our stay!

excellent staff and service. amazing food and facilities