Real Marina Hotel & Spa

“Above and Beyond – A Fantastic Return to Real Marina”

We have been regular guests at the Real Marina Hotel for many years, but a disappointing stay last November left us unsure if we would ever return. However, after contacting the hotel with our feedback, the management team assured us that they would make a future visit truly memorable. Since we lov… more

We have been regular guests at the Real Marina Hotel for many years, but a disappointing stay last November left us unsure if we would ever return. However, after contacting the hotel with our feedback, the management team assured us that they would make a future visit truly memorable. Since we love Olhão so much, we decided to give them another chance—and they certainly went above and beyond. Our party of four was delighted to receive complimentary room upgrades, along with a personal note from the Management and a thoughtful gift of wine and pastries in our rooms. Throughout the stay, the staff were incredibly attentive, and nothing was too much trouble. While it’s true that the rooms are becoming a little tired and could benefit from a refresh, you simply cannot beat the location for exploring Olhão. We are so glad we returned and look forward to our next visit.

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“Not 5* in my opinion”

We had booked late after deciding not to go to Cyprus. Our room was not exactly looking over the pool but the views over the marina were nice. Our room was a good size but the bathrooms need updating , most 5* hotels have walk in showers . The pressure in the taps , which were outdated needs sorti… more

We had booked late after deciding not to go to Cyprus. Our room was not exactly looking over the pool but the views over the marina were nice. Our room was a good size but the bathrooms need updating , most 5* hotels have walk in showers . The pressure in the taps , which were outdated needs sorting and the plugs were of no use at all, after getting them changed they still did not work . The breakfast was very good and lots of choice, even if quite busy every morning and we never went in that late 8.30/ 9.am. I can’t imagine what it would be like in the height of Summer ! Even with a Spa , indoor & outdoor pools I would not class this hotel as 5* . The carpets outside of the lifts were very dirty. The rooms sometimes don’t get cleaned until very late in the day , more cleaning staff required. The road in front of the hotel is very busy, but only a 5/10 minute walk to nice restaurants & ferries over to Ria Formosa . We enjoyed our stay but probably would not return .

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“Good location for marina and restaurants”

We stayed here for a week in mid March. The hotel is in a good location opposite the marina and a few minutes walk from the fish market and restaurants. We had a 'village view' room which was quiet but did not get any sun till late afternoon though this might change in summer when the sun is high… more

We stayed here for a week in mid March. The hotel is in a good location opposite the marina and a few minutes walk from the fish market and restaurants. We had a 'village view' room which was quiet but did not get any sun till late afternoon though this might change in summer when the sun is higher in the sky. The indoor swimming pool was a good temperature though it got busy at certain times. There was an outdoor pool though the chilly wind did not seem to put people off gong in there (unheated). Breakfast was good - again it got busy at certain times but there was always plenty of choice. We had a kettle in our room and the fridge was useful for storing milk. We ate in the restaurant a couple of times and the meal prices were not too bad but drinks were expensive. There are lots of nearby restaurants - O Franguinho is very good and only a couple of minutes walk away. The train station is a 20 minute walk but only takes 6 minutes to get into Faro. The ferries are also a 15 minute walk away - much cheaper thank taking a tour. The best thing about the hotel, apart from location, was the lovely staff who were very friendly and helpful, especially the cleaner who cleaned the bathroom when I asked her to do so, when my husband was ill in bed one day .... (illness nothing to do with hotel!)

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