just had 7 days at this hotel which is in a beautiful location also nice and clean lovely rooms. however the service left a lot to be desired, as did the food. Staff were unsmiling and not helpful until we complained to Thomson rep who met with the Manager and things began to improve. staff cleared tables quickly and started... More

Fantastic location. Fantastic beach. Only a ten minute walk to alvor centre,or a three euro taxi fare. Rooms were clean,tidy and comfortable. Housemaids were efficient and friendly. A couple of staff who cleared tables done so with a smile. The wee Ronnie Corbett look alike who looked after us on the beach was lovely. I'm afraid that's the case for... More

Read some reviews and was a bit apprehensive before going.Really dont know what there is to complain about.This is a 4 star hotel in every sense ,the pool and garden area is large and relaxing.It is right at the beach.We were in rooms above the car park which were nicely decorated,comfy beds and pillowsHad a safe and a fridge which... More

I don't see how anyone could complain about this place. Nice rooms, nice pools, great beachside location, really good breakfast, on site supermarket. British TV channels for the odd rainy day you may get Bit of a walk into town (and not the most scenic route either) but this hotel is really greta value, always seem to be cheap flight... More

We had 3 days stay here on half board and enjoyed it before moving on to the sister hotels apartment up the road. Excellent friendly staff and a great choice of food both for breakfast and dinner. The room did not face the sea but we did not book one so could not complain and the view was OK. The... More

We have just returned from a week at the Pestana Dom Joao II Hotel near Alvor after previously staying three times at its nearby sister hotel the Pestana Delfim. We fell out with the Delfim because it now only offers ‘full board’ and there is no longer an a-la-carte service in the evenings. But we will not be using the... More

This hotel has so many reviews even I was sceptical at first before I arrived last week! Firstly- I stay in hotels as part of my job - all over the world - I'm long and short haul air crew and have been for 15 years. So I will only give factual information based on all the gripes and moans... More

Loacted on the beach this is one really nice hotel. Liked. Room was amazing, spotless, spacious, bright. Sea View is worth the extra. The view has to be seen to be believed. We woke each morning thinking we had died and gone to heaven. Large grounds very well maintained. Large outdoor pool, nice inside pool, sauna etc. Reception and rooms... More

My wife , 2 daughters , grandson had a one week stay in Pestana Dom Joao 11. This was our 4th trip to Alvor and our first stay in Dom Joao .. From the time we arrived we had a thoroughly excellent stay . This was due in no small way to the excellent staff all of whom were courteous... More