Pestana Blue Alvor Beach Hotel
Hotel in Alvor
2 guests · 1 bedroom · 1 bath
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Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Air conditioner and more
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About this hotel
Elegant beach hotel and 3 outdoor pools
At Pestana Blue Alvor Beach Hotel, spend the day playing on the nearby beach then return to dine at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants.
Pestana Blue Alvor Beach Hotel offers 324 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Televisions come with cable channels.
3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court and a fitness center.
At Pestana Blue Alvor Beach Hotel, spend the day playing on the nearby beach then return to dine at one of the hotel's 3 restaurants.
Pestana Blue Alvor Beach Hotel offers 324 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Televisions come with cable channels.
Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.
3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court and a fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Map of Alvor
Available Rooms
Double or Twin Room, Garden View
Beds not specified • 193 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Double or Twin Room, Sea View
Beds not specified • 194 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Family Room, Garden View
Beds not specified • 269 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Family Room, Sea View (Superior)
Beds not specified • 269 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Family Room, Sea View (Superior | Extra Bed)
Beds not specified
Sleeps 2
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Reviews
1.0
The location and view was excellent but the property itself is very run down. Dirty/stained towels and linen were provided. The plumbing in the bathroom is very outdated. First night there we had no hot water. Called maintenance and they sent someone over. We were told that we needed to leave the water running for 20 min to get hot water. Ran for 30 min and got luke warm water to take shower with. Second night toilet kept running and making noise.
Limited food options and dirty plates at the buffet. Extremely long lines at the bar. Wait time to get drinks can exceed 15 minutes at the two bars. They tell you there are restaurants on property which are included with all inclusive but when you get to the hotel there are all kinds of restrictions and its impossible to make a reservation unless you are staying for more 7 days or more. Even though you pay the hotel directly they refuse to offer any compensation. Find a different property to stay in if you do not wish to have your vacation ruined.
1.0
The location and view was excellent but the property itself is very run down. Dirty/stained towels and linen were provided. The plumbing in the bathroom is very outdated. First night there we had no hot water. Called maintenance and they sent someone over. We were told that we needed to leave the water running for 20 min to get hot water. Ran for 30 min and got luke warm water to take shower with. Second night toilet kept running and making noise.
Limited food options and dirty plates at the buffet. Extremely long lines at the bar. Wait time to get drinks can exceed 15 minutes at the two bars. They tell you there are restaurants on property which are included with all inclusive but when you get to the hotel there are all kinds of restrictions and its impossible to make a reservation unless you are staying for more 7 days or more. Even though you pay the hotel directly they refuse to offer any compensation. Find a different property to stay in if you do not wish to have your vacation ruined.
4.0
I've been to the Delfim many times and love it. I just look for a comfortable, relaxing space, a good breakfast, minimal entertainment and some atention when I ask for it (I don't do lively!). The Delfim offers just that - with a terrific quiet beach thrown in. Sea view rooms offer lovely sunsets. I was concerned by reviewers saying it was 'tired.' I need not have worried. The rooms and public spaces were all fine and while a 'freshen up' will be good, the hotel is still very spacious and comfortable. The week we were there the hotel did have an air of winding-down about it which was a little strange until we discovered that it was about to close for winter in order to carry out some re-furbishments. No one could tell us what these were other than new lifts, but that wouldn't take five months! Any improvements will simply upgrade what is already a very good hotel. I will certainly return again. To be fair to families though, it's not really a place for kids, there's not much for them to do so a car is necessary to get out to other attractions.
4.0
I've been to the Delfim many times and love it. I just look for a comfortable, relaxing space, a good breakfast, minimal entertainment and some atention when I ask for it (I don't do lively!). The Delfim offers just that - with a terrific quiet beach thrown in. Sea view rooms offer lovely sunsets. I was concerned by reviewers saying it was 'tired.' I need not have worried. The rooms and public spaces were all fine and while a 'freshen up' will be good, the hotel is still very spacious and comfortable. The week we were there the hotel did have an air of winding-down about it which was a little strange until we discovered that it was about to close for winter in order to carry out some re-furbishments. No one could tell us what these were other than new lifts, but that wouldn't take five months! Any improvements will simply upgrade what is already a very good hotel. I will certainly return again. To be fair to families though, it's not really a place for kids, there's not much for them to do so a car is necessary to get out to other attractions.
4.0
Excellent service, good breakfast, clean and spacious room. Choice of areas to sunbathe, etc - by the pool, quiet grass area alongside or nearby beach. The only downside is that the hotel pool is very, very cold - so much so that hardly anyone swam in it which could be a plus if you don't mind risking hypothermia when you swim. Hotel has good location approx 15 mins walk (or euro 4 taxi) to Alvor village centre/harbour area where there are lots of lovely restaurants. Beach is next door, short walk down a steep hill.
4.0
Excellent service, good breakfast, clean and spacious room. Choice of areas to sunbathe, etc - by the pool, quiet grass area alongside or nearby beach. The only downside is that the hotel pool is very, very cold - so much so that hardly anyone swam in it which could be a plus if you don't mind risking hypothermia when you swim. Hotel has good location approx 15 mins walk (or euro 4 taxi) to Alvor village centre/harbour area where there are lots of lovely restaurants. Beach is next door, short walk down a steep hill.
3.0
The waiters at "à la carte" meals were not properly trained to help at table, the food choice and vatiety was poor and the quality far from outstanding. The swiming pool is excellent.
3.0
The waiters at "à la carte" meals were not properly trained to help at table, the food choice and vatiety was poor and the quality far from outstanding. The swiming pool is excellent.
3.0
A little disappointed. Took my 2 grandchildren, 13 years and 7 years. The room was not very big had one double bed and 2 Z-beds (put-u-up). The bathroom was very clean and looked as if it had been recently renovated. Only problem was that there was an awful smell coming from, what looked like, a grille coverd hole. To be fair I complained and it was dealt with very quickly. And no more smells! The both swimming pools (indoor and outdoor)are not as clean as I would expect from a 4 star hotel. Most of the staff are very friendly and speak very good English. Alvor is OK but there are so many Irish bars! WHY? The best part of Alvor is down by the harbour; although there is sometimes sewage going into the sea. And the smell is AWFUL! I don't know how anyone can eat in any of the restaurants that are close by! But they do!
3.0
A little disappointed. Took my 2 grandchildren, 13 years and 7 years. The room was not very big had one double bed and 2 Z-beds (put-u-up). The bathroom was very clean and looked as if it had been recently renovated. Only problem was that there was an awful smell coming from, what looked like, a grille coverd hole. To be fair I complained and it was dealt with very quickly. And no more smells! The both swimming pools (indoor and outdoor)are not as clean as I would expect from a 4 star hotel. Most of the staff are very friendly and speak very good English. Alvor is OK but there are so many Irish bars! WHY? The best part of Alvor is down by the harbour; although there is sometimes sewage going into the sea. And the smell is AWFUL! I don't know how anyone can eat in any of the restaurants that are close by! But they do!
3.0
We stayed at this hotel in June 08 and were a little disappointed. The hotel has an excellent location virtually on the beach and is not really that far from Alvor (5 minutes in taxi) but the hotel is extremely dated and tired. The restaurant lacked any kind of imagination with bland food on offer most of the time, the furniture in the rooms was old and we had a big patch of flaking plaster in our main room. The bathrooms have been re-vamped recently and were good. The pool area is nice apart from a lot of loose gravel around the pool edge, which is not that good for children. We travelled with a one year old and the hotel were unable to adequately re-heat baby food as the only microwave was broken. I can see that in it's day this would have been a good hotel worthy of it's 4 stars, sadly it now needs some TLC. I would definatley not recommend it to anyone travelling with children under 18 months old.
3.0
We stayed at this hotel in June 08 and were a little disappointed. The hotel has an excellent location virtually on the beach and is not really that far from Alvor (5 minutes in taxi) but the hotel is extremely dated and tired. The restaurant lacked any kind of imagination with bland food on offer most of the time, the furniture in the rooms was old and we had a big patch of flaking plaster in our main room. The bathrooms have been re-vamped recently and were good. The pool area is nice apart from a lot of loose gravel around the pool edge, which is not that good for children. We travelled with a one year old and the hotel were unable to adequately re-heat baby food as the only microwave was broken. I can see that in it's day this would have been a good hotel worthy of it's 4 stars, sadly it now needs some TLC. I would definatley not recommend it to anyone travelling with children under 18 months old.
4.0
The hotel was clean and fairly well situated within walking distance of the pretty fishing village of Alvor. The nearby beach was magnificent - not crowded, with a long stretch of fine clean sand. Plenty of restaurants and cafes. We just used the hotel as a base as it was very quiet. There was no music or holiday atmosphere in the hotel, by the pool or in the gym - everywhere was silent! The pool was freezing so only two or three people in it. The food at lunchtime was nice, but extremely expensive for the evening buffet so we didn't try that. I was surprised and disappointed that there were no tea/coffee making facilities in the room.
4.0
The hotel was clean and fairly well situated within walking distance of the pretty fishing village of Alvor. The nearby beach was magnificent - not crowded, with a long stretch of fine clean sand. Plenty of restaurants and cafes. We just used the hotel as a base as it was very quiet. There was no music or holiday atmosphere in the hotel, by the pool or in the gym - everywhere was silent! The pool was freezing so only two or three people in it. The food at lunchtime was nice, but extremely expensive for the evening buffet so we didn't try that. I was surprised and disappointed that there were no tea/coffee making facilities in the room.
5.0
We had heard that the hotel needed some upgrading which I agree with, though we had no complaints whatsoever. The food was very good, though I thought the drinks including tea/coffee were expensive. The weather wasn't great (not the hotel's fault) and the indoor facilities were very good. All the staff spoke very good English and were extemely helpful & polite. I would have liked to see tea/coffee facilities in the room, though English TV channels were welcome (in view of the weather)
5.0
We had heard that the hotel needed some upgrading which I agree with, though we had no complaints whatsoever. The food was very good, though I thought the drinks including tea/coffee were expensive. The weather wasn't great (not the hotel's fault) and the indoor facilities were very good. All the staff spoke very good English and were extemely helpful & polite. I would have liked to see tea/coffee facilities in the room, though English TV channels were welcome (in view of the weather)
2.0
This hotel is billed as a 4 star hotel, and maybe it was once - in the 1970's! This hotel is really dated and do not expect the basic facilities you'd typically get from a 4* hotel, e.g. an iron, tea & coffee in your room. According to Ricardo on reception they used to have iron's, but have now stopped doing this. Ricardo spent most of his time agreeing with how poor the service was and did not offer any ideas to help. We had to suggest their 5* sister hotel next door may have the necessary facilities. Still this took over an hour to sort out. The hotel seems to share a lot of facilities, such as its tennis courts and golf course with the next door 5* hotel, so maybe this is how it justifies its 4* rating. However, if all you want is good quality basic services, you will be very disappointed with this hotel. PS the lifts are really noisy!
2.0
This hotel is billed as a 4 star hotel, and maybe it was once - in the 1970's! This hotel is really dated and do not expect the basic facilities you'd typically get from a 4* hotel, e.g. an iron, tea & coffee in your room. According to Ricardo on reception they used to have iron's, but have now stopped doing this. Ricardo spent most of his time agreeing with how poor the service was and did not offer any ideas to help. We had to suggest their 5* sister hotel next door may have the necessary facilities. Still this took over an hour to sort out. The hotel seems to share a lot of facilities, such as its tennis courts and golf course with the next door 5* hotel, so maybe this is how it justifies its 4* rating. However, if all you want is good quality basic services, you will be very disappointed with this hotel. PS the lifts are really noisy!
2.0
This was my second visit in six months and just as good as the first time.
I will certainly be visiting again and would recommend this hotel to anyone.
2.0
This was my second visit in six months and just as good as the first time.
I will certainly be visiting again and would recommend this hotel to anyone.
4.0
The hotel is well positioned for the excellent beach which is a few minutes walk away. Very good rooms and well serviced.. The breakfasts are varied and excellent . Some reception staff are a bit indifferent to guests. Very good sporting and outside activities. About 20 minutes walk to the centre of Alvor, which is a very pleasent small town.
4.0
The hotel is well positioned for the excellent beach which is a few minutes walk away. Very good rooms and well serviced.. The breakfasts are varied and excellent . Some reception staff are a bit indifferent to guests. Very good sporting and outside activities. About 20 minutes walk to the centre of Alvor, which is a very pleasent small town.
5.0
If you want a quiet holiday out of season with lovely coastal scenery this is a really good place to stay. Food in the hotel dining room tends to lack authenticity and is a bit pricey, but there are plenty of good, inexpensive restaurants in the area including the local beach cafes.
2.0
My partner, our daughter and myself stayed at this hotel for the October half term 2007. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We were impressed with the hotel, the staff were friendly and food very good. Although we had only booked for bed and breakfast we did have evening meals at the hotel occasionally and couldn't find fault with the choice. Although no tera or coffee facilities were available the rooms were clean and comfortable. The only 'complaint' we could think of was that the swimming pool was rather cold and the swim up bar was closed but it was the end of the season so benefit of the doubt there! We would certainly stay there again.
2.0
My partner, our daughter and myself stayed at this hotel for the October half term 2007. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We were impressed with the hotel, the staff were friendly and food very good. Although we had only booked for bed and breakfast we did have evening meals at the hotel occasionally and couldn't find fault with the choice. Although no tera or coffee facilities were available the rooms were clean and comfortable. The only 'complaint' we could think of was that the swimming pool was rather cold and the swim up bar was closed but it was the end of the season so benefit of the doubt there! We would certainly stay there again.
FAQs
How much does this hotel cost compared to others in Alvor?
The average price for a rental in Alvor is $82 per night. This rental is $164 above the average.
Is parking included with this hotel?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Pestana Blue Alvor Beach Hotel. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this hotel?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Pestana Blue Alvor Beach Hotel. Enjoy the water!
Is Pestana Blue Alvor Beach Hotel pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this hotel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Pestana Blue Alvor Beach Hotel?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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