Clube Alvorférias

“Great budget break to get away from the British rain and wind”

Great budget break, most things okay, something not ideal. I think most of the rooms here are sublet so you get a big difference in room comfort. We finished up in a 2 bedroom apartment which was massive inside BUT the two balconies were tiny, 2 chairs and a small table and that was it. Get a fam... more

Great budget break, most things okay, something not ideal. I think most of the rooms here are sublet so you get a big difference in room comfort. We finished up in a 2 bedroom apartment which was massive inside BUT the two balconies were tiny, 2 chairs and a small table and that was it. Get a family of 4 in here and you will need a rota system to sit out. Kitchen was okay, big fridge freezer and a full sized dishwasher. We asked for a high floor and got one. There's no lift but if your able the high floors have a better chance of a view. There are 2 blocks, T2 is around reception and T1 over the road via a footbridge. T1 definately had the better pool. Things to know: Your unlikely to get the keys before 16.00 so pack some shorts handy. Left luggage was an unlocked room use at your risk No kitchen cleaning stuff or bathroom shower gel. Safe hire 15 euros per week with 15 euro deposit, cash only. Local tourism tax also cash only. Door key is a keycard and we got two. When we were there reception was not 24 hours. Also sunbed cushions were 1 euro per day to hire. No pool towels. 30 minute walk to the beach and central Alvor. Good stocked shop on site with some very friendly staff. Alvor is really nice, but if your expecting a 4* hotel here you will be disappointed. It's a budget break.

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“Great time”

Was a little worried reading some of the reviews but can say hand on heart this place is super. I went self catering so cannot comment on the breakfast/dinner. I can say however the room I was given was huge. 2 large bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Never had an issue getting sun loungers even in the la... more

Was a little worried reading some of the reviews but can say hand on heart this place is super. I went self catering so cannot comment on the breakfast/dinner. I can say however the room I was given was huge. 2 large bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Never had an issue getting sun loungers even in the late/early afternoon. Location is 10 mins walk downhill to Alvor town and 15 mins walk back uphill. Bar staff very friendly and snack food from the bar was bang on.

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“I wouldn’t stay again but….”

It’s hard to rate. Some elements are 1 some are 5 so here we go. Isn't it annoying when you’re on holiday and the maid keeps knocking on the door?? Not here as they only come once a week, make the bed, hang up the towels and leave!! It was clean but very dated, the towels were as thin as the ... more

It’s hard to rate. Some elements are 1 some are 5 so here we go. Isn't it annoying when you’re on holiday and the maid keeps knocking on the door?? Not here as they only come once a week, make the bed, hang up the towels and leave!! It was clean but very dated, the towels were as thin as the loo roll (which is also rationed). We had read previous reviews and knew this so took some extra towels and bought loo rolls when we arrived. We didn’t use the kitchen at all, just the bed and bathroom. The bed was really firm and became uncomfortable but we slept ok. Great location, 10 mins walk to town and 15 to beach, staff were fine, pool was ok (beds were uncomfortable but again ok). We only went to the pool for a few hours twice as we went to the beach. It was pretty quiet but I imagine that in the summer it would be packed as it’s small compared to the complex size. I personally wouldn’t stay here again, I like a bargain and this is one but too rustic for us. If you can afford a bit more go elsewhere but if you can’t or just want a base it’s fine. To the hotel - charge an extra few euros per person and swap the towels more often and provide extra loo paper.

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