Pestana Dom João II Hotel Beach & Golf Resort

Just stayed in this hotel with my family, and we really enjoyed our stay. The hotel is in a great location right next to the spacious golden beach, with a large swimming pool a small children's pool. The town of Alvor is a 10 minute walk away, with its beautiful marina and narrow streets with bars and restaurants. The hotel is showing its age and really needs a complete refurbishment. Day after day, workers could be seen replacing outdoor tiles one by one. The swimming pool looks tired too, not helped by the sea water used in it. The rooms were kept very clean but some cheerful cleaners, but the rooms themselves were also lookoing a liittle tired in places, our room had a big window between the bathroom and the rest of the room, which could only be covered by blind. The spa appeared room be one of the better parts of the hotel. The restaurant looked OK but the food could have been better. The odd member of staff were helpful but the majority didn't seem to care, especially when my son hurts himself on some slippery tiles. Would I go there again? Only if it was bought up to date and the staff were friendly. Pestana have recently built a new hotel a short walk along the beach (Pestana South Beach), this looks a lot better and I would go there next time.

Great location. Despite strong efforts to maintain standards, hotel is starting to look a bit 'tired'.

My wife and I have stayed at the Dom Joao II hotel for the past 16 years -with the exception of once when it was being refurbished - that says it all I guess

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Easy check in and out Clean facilities Good breakfast Excellent beach access and walk to town

We stayed 3 night at this hotel, and were very happy with everything. Even though the common areas are a bit dated, the rooms are nice and the beds are very comfortable. The breakfast is very good and includes everything. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The location is excellent. Right on the beach and a nice walk on the boardwalk in to Alvor. We will definitely stay here again if we are looking for a hotel in the area.

Excellent very relaxing Staff, service and reasonably priced going again this bweek

All facilities were good, better than expected. Just one small disappointment was the news that all the very good musicians Providing the lounge evening entertainment were due to have their contracts cancelled at the end of that week. This was very bad when considering the standard of the playing. Perhaps they will reconsider if sufficient customers complain.

3rd time I've stayed at the dom joao ll and as usual the service was excellent

Stayed here for the third time,. whilst visiting friends in Alvor. A little walk into the main town but plenty of taxis available to. Lovely sea views and the staff are extremely friendly and helpful.