Av. V3 - Sítio dos Três, Portimao, Faro District, 8500-801, PortugalView Hotel Details
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3.8/5
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Guest User
Double Room with Side Sea View
Stayed in Jun 2023
Travel with friends
1 review
5.0/5
Outstanding
Posted on Jul 2, 2023
Amazing hotel. Had the best time ever! The hotel bar was so good and such great service!
Guest User
Double Room with Land View
Stayed in Sep 2023
Travel with friends
1 review
4.5/5
Great
Posted on Sep 16, 2023
Friendly staff,good location.The brekfast not to variation,but ok.
Guest User
Standard Twin Room
Stayed in Nov 2023
Couples
12 review
4.5/5
Great
Posted on Nov 13, 2023
It was good experience
Ted Gruson
Twin Room with Side Sea View
Stayed in Jul 2024
Couples
5 review
4.7/5
Amazing
Posted on Aug 13, 2024
A great hotel.
Nice location, close to the beach and the boulevard
Nice swimming pool
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Maíra
Double Room with Land View
Stayed in Apr 2023
Solo travelers
1 review
5.0/5
Outstanding
Posted on Apr 9, 2023
Great stay.
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Emmajane j
Stayed in Sep 2024
Couples
5.0/5
Outstanding
Posted on Sep 8, 2024
We were pleasantly surprised when we arrived. We weren’t expecting great things for the price but were met with a very warm and friendly welcome. We arrived at 10am and check in wasn’t until 4pm but we were welcome to use the hotel and pool, given directions to the Main Street and told us they’d let us know soon as it was ready. Sure enough at 2.15 they what’s app’d our room was ready (we were by the pool!). The room was dated in decoration but had everything you need - comfy beds, fridge, hairdryer, excellent air con and very clean. Rooms were cleaned every day so no issues there. Also working lift Breakfast was basic but everything you need and very nice. Constantly replenished and again clean and everything was fresh. Would have liked boiled eggs as only scrambled but not a big issue. The staff at reception were incredibly helpful with directions to change money, showing me their used book library (I left my kindle on the plane, which I retrieved on way home from a very efficient Faro Airport), booking us a boat trip and ringing to confirm our taxi transfer. Bar staff also super friendly and food was nice and fresh. All in all our 5 nights in the Luar was lovely and we would visit again. The back gate to the town and beach very handy and not too busy round the pool - no need to do the towel thing!! Only tiny thing was a few trip hazards round the pool but only a minor issue- once we knew where they were we knew to avoid them!! On the area - the beach is amazing and beach bar does amazing food but gets really busy!! Sea is freezing but worth braving - sunbeds €9 each. The little tents on the street great for souvenirs and open late. Changing cash is tricky only found one place by the police station a far walk down. Most places take cards so take euros or use cash points. The street is split into a quieter end of bars and restaurants near the hotel to a much busier, louder, livelier end further down you go. We did both but found the restaurants and bars more relaxed at hotel end. A pint is about €4 cocktails €6/8. Nice 3 course meal with cocktails, Wine, coffees and liqueurs for two about €70/100. Food is amazing and choice of everything. Highly recommend La Casa Rocha, Taffy’s Bar, ‘F’ (in louder end and set back) and Croakepark Irish bar. All in all a really great time!!
6/18
Response from Property: Thank you for your detailed and positive review! We're so glad to hear that you had a lovely stay with us and enjoyed the hospitality of our staff, the cleanliness, and the convenient location near the beach and town. We appreciate your feedback about the trip hazards around the pool. Please know that we are already studying the best way to address this issue, though it may take some time to carry out the necessary work. Thank you for your kind words regarding the smooth arrival process! We're glad the early access to our facilities and the prompt readiness of your room helped make your stay more comfortable. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we're thrilled to have exceeded your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back for another great stay in the future!
KayS1323
Stayed in Oct 2024
Couples
4.0/5
Very Good
Posted on Oct 24, 2024
The hotel room was basic,it was clean.just what we needed.The staff were friendly. The breakfast was the same every morning.i got abit fed up of scrambled egg,bacon.It would of been nice to of had more of a variety.i would return as it was clean,and very good location to the beach and restaurant.
Response from Property: Thank you for sharing your experience! We're pleased to hear you found the essentials—clean rooms, friendly staff, and a great location—made for an enjoyable stay. We'll take your suggestion on breakfast variety to heart; we understand that a little change can make a big difference! Meanwhile, our team will keep the scrambled eggs and bacon on standby for the loyal fans, but we’re always open to expanding the options. Looking forward to welcoming you back for another beachside getaway.
Markdw1965
Stayed in Sep 2024
Couples
3.0/5
Posted on Sep 26, 2024
the luar is located in a really nice area ,a 5min walk to the start of the strip to portimao, nice views out to the ocean...the hotel itself is ok,I wouldn't say the hotel reception staff were overly friendly, however the pool bar staff are friendly. There's a lot of sunbed hogging, i.e.,,people putting towels out at 8am and not actually using them til mid afternoon, and with no pool attendant some people were just removing towels,which fair enough. breakfast is basic so we ended up taking our own fruit and yoghurt etc.
Response from Property: Thank you for your feedback—I'm glad to hear you enjoyed our beautiful location and ocean views! It sounds like you found the walk to the strip quite handy too. We’ll work on bringing our reception team's friendliness up to the same level as our pool bar staff, who clearly got things right. Everyone deserves a warm welcome! As for the sunbed situation, it seems the fine art of towel diplomacy is alive and well! While we can’t always control the early risers, we’ll look into ways to ensure everyone gets their time in the sun (without having to play towel detective). I’m sorry to hear breakfast didn’t quite hit the spot for you. We’ll take your suggestion for more fruit and yogurt options onboard—we love keeping things fresh! Thank you again for your thoughts, and we hope to welcome you back with a friendlier reception, more sunbed fairness, and an even better breakfast next time!
Donna d
Stayed in Sep 2024
Couples
4.0/5
Very Good
Posted on Sep 23, 2024
Nice quiet hotel fab views , very relaxing holiday breakfast was nice done the job !! Great places to eat near by overall very nice pool area was clean but couldn’t get sunbed as where all taken with peopl placing there towels down first thing in the morning that’s my only disappointment
Response from Property: Thank you for sharing your relaxed and sunny vibes with us! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a peaceful holiday with fabulous views and enjoyed our breakfast—sometimes simplicity is key, right? We’re sorry to hear about the sunbed situation, it seems like everyone had the same relaxing idea! We’ll definitely look into ways to improve this. Next time, we’ll make sure you catch that perfect poolside spot!
Holly W
Stayed in Sep 2024
Travel with friends
5.0/5
Outstanding
Posted on Sep 13, 2024
The hotel is modern and clean very friendly staff. Pool bar has a great food menu chicken goujons particularly tasty and fries. Big pool at lovely temperature. There are a lot of sun beds but a lot of people hog the sunbed but that’s not the hotels fault but they should maybe put signs up banning that.
Response from Property: Thank you for your fantastic review! We're thrilled that you enjoyed the feel of the hotel, the friendly staff, and the pool bar's delicious menu—especially the chicken goujons and fries! We're glad you had a great experience with the pool, too. Regarding the sunbed situation, we appreciate your suggestion. Unfortunately, if we put signs up the people that respect them would be the same people that already care enough about what surrounds them. The guests that take ownership of sun beds wil still not follow the signed instructions. Regardless we ware trying to find a way to avoid this happening. We hope to welcome you back for another great stay soon!
Amymoyo82
Stayed in Aug 2024
Family
4.0/5
Very Good
Posted on Aug 21, 2024
The hotel is in a great location right at the end of the busy strip which is full of restaurants and shops. The beach has several places you can enter from the strip lots of steps though. Breakfast is basic (bacon,egg,ham and cheese,bread,few cereal and two fruit but for the price it's good. Hotel is clean out room was either cleaned or new towels and toilet rolls daily. The pool is lovely only down side is some drains popping up with dangerous broken tiles and sharp edges also a few people did slip on the blue edge of the pool as was slightly slimy. Overall great location, friendly staff, beautiful views.
6/11
Response from Property: Thank you for your detailed feedback! We're glad you enjoyed our great location, friendly staff, and beautiful views. It's wonderful to hear that you found the hotel clean and appreciated the daily room service. We appreciate your comments about the breakfast and are happy you found it good value for the price. Regarding the pool area, we apologize for any inconvenience caused by the broken tiles and slippery surfaces. Your feedback is valuable, and we'll ensure these issues are addressed promptly. Thank you for choosing to stay with us, and we hope to welcome you back in the future!
Colette L
Stayed in Jul 2024
Couples
5.0/5
Outstanding
Posted on Jul 19, 2024
Great experience from the moment we arrived early to check in . The management team and staff were warm ,friendly and very helpful with an early check in . Rooms are typical Portuguese style ,slightly dated some would say . Full of character we would remark . Beds super comfy ,should of got the double though . Foyer ,pool and grounds immaculately kept . Bar food is good and the local beer sagres is delicious. A mere walking distance and you are upon an array of restaurants . A long coast of beaches to suit all , large beach bars with delicious food to smaller coves . We will return soon .
6/9
Response from Property: Colette, I am delighted you had such a great time here at Luar. It was an immense pleasure to meet you and I am already looking forward to see you again around the pool and chat! The housekeeping and maintenance works very hard to keep the hotel and grounds tidy and I am delgihted that you found the bar of high quality too. Don't take too long to visit us again! The weather in October and November is amazing and I would venture to say that you can get very good Januarys and Februarys here in Algarve! (defineatly better than the weather in around Dublin! See you then!
N650NDdenisec
Stayed in May 2024
Couples
4.0/5
Very Good
Posted on May 24, 2024
First time at this hotel & if I was to go back to pria da Rocha I would definitely book this hotel again. Rooms a bit dated but clean had a lovely sea view ,beautiful pool area, great bar staff Will make any cocktail you ask for. Breakfast very basic but lovely scrambled eggs and croissants had a fantastic holiday
Response from Property: Denise, Thank you so much for your kind words and review! It is great to know how much you have enjoyed your stay with us here at Luar. Hopefully we will be seeing you more often when you require your yearly dosage of Vitamin D! Until then!
Guest User
Stayed in Oct 2024
Other
5.0/5
Outstanding
Posted on Oct 26, 2024
Perfect place for holiday . Rooms are well done and kept clean at all my stay . Seeming pool is good to relax and enjoy a drink or two from the bar . Breakfast can be improved ( salads , fruits ) but it was fine . I enjoy my stay and I can’t wait to get back . Just book a sea view so you can enjoy a nice time in the balcony:)
Kelly B
Stayed in Oct 2024
Couples
5.0/5
Outstanding
Posted on Oct 22, 2024
So we arrived at the Luar Hotel and were greeted by such friendly staff. First impressions were that the hotel was very dated, but our room was clean with everything we needed, cleaned every day with clean linen and towels. Breakfast was nice, good start to the day! Pool area was lovely, always a lounger to relax on. The bar was great, excellent service and not too expensive. Location was amazing, literally on the beach, with stunning walks along the beach in both directions. I’d recommend using Uber, such a cheap and quick way to venture out to see the beautiful surroundings. Over all, for the money, a pleasant relaxing stay, thank you.
Response from Property: Thank you for the wonderful feedback! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your time with us and that our team’s warm welcome set the tone for your stay. We may have a bit of a “vintage” charm, but it’s lovely knowing our rooms, daily housekeeping, and amenities hit the mark for you. Breakfast fueling up the day and the pool lounger always ready? Music to our ears! We’re glad you enjoyed the bar as well—nothing like a little poolside refreshment to complete a beachside escape. And we agree—our location is a gem for beach walks, with Uber making it so easy to explore. Thank you for the recommendation, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for another relaxing stay!