- Algarve Holidays
- Carvoeiro
- Rocha Brava Village Resort
Built in traditional Portuguese style, this attractive resort with apartments and villas is located on top of a cliff close to the beautiful lighthouse of Alfanzina and enjoys panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean. The enchanting old fishing village of Carvoeiro is just 3 km away, fantastic beaches such as Praia do Carvoeiro, Praia Grande or Praia da Senhora da Rocha are within a short drive. The international airport of Faro is about 65 km away. Each of the units is equipped with a washing machine, ensuring a truly hassle-free stay. Some of the superior rooms not only boast sea views, but also include a dishwasher and microwave. The property offers a restaurant, coffee shop, bar and a free transport 3 times a day to the beach Carvoeiro.
Treat yourself with massages and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor swimming pools, outdoor tennis courts and a fitness centre. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless Internet access, babysitting (surcharge) and an arcade/games room. Guests can catch a ride to nearby destinations on the local area shuttle (surcharge).
Due to the surrounding area and the number of steps around the hotel, it may not be suitable for those with mobility difficulties.
Just back from a fabulous week at Rocha Brava, and our first time jn Portugal.The apartment was great, lots of space , very well equiped with good access and a sea view, The resort itself is spotless, the staff so helful and friendly .We didnt use the smaller pools as they gave off a residents vibe..but tbe main pool was great , plent of sun beds, the bar at the pool was good for food and drinks and Sa the barman was so friendly. Our first time in Portugal didnt dissapoint and we cant wait to come back.
Booked late for a week at the end of August, staying in a 2-bed apartment, family of 4. Our apartment was dated inside, certainly didn't look like the photo on the website. The sofa sat 2 & was brown with old cushions, the other seating was a concrete style bench with padding. The kitchen had plenty of crockery and a corkscrew was supplied quickly after requesting one, units older style, micowave, toaster, and coffee machine supplied and good size fridge freezer. The bath didn't look like it had been wiped down properly when we arrived. The bedrooms had good size wardrobes with a set of drawers inside, again dated. The towels and linens were changed regularly. The site is well maintained and we enjoyed the pools, (You can hire towels from reception to save packing space) music played but not blaring out, and when we were there, always plenty of sunbeds. We used the Crazy Golf once, and my husband visited the gym. The site shop is well stocked but has a minimum 10 euro card limit where as the Spar 5 mins away doesn't. We purchased drinks from there to take to the pool etc as we were so close by and 1.30 cost v 3.50 a small can. Eating out would recommend the Pizza restuarant next to the spar if you dont wish to go far, Helders we used on the last day and Allegria, which we visited twice, is an excellent Thai restaurant. Maybe end of season but some places closed on sunday. Boneca Bar, near the boardwalk, is a lovely spot if you can book, We popped in mid-afternoon for drinks and wished we could have eaten there in the evening. Booked kayak trip online with Taruga Tours, approx 25 mins walk away and much cheaper then those advertised. Ubers into town averaged around 6 euros depending on time but always plenty around and less than 5 minute journey.
Beautiful clifftop resort with superb views and well maintained grounds and pools. Staff are very helpful and accommodating and food on site is of a good quality and reasonable value. We stayed for five nights and while the accommodation is dated, it is reasonably comfortable and cleaned every other day. Unfortunately as with other reviewers we had an issue with cockroaches in the bedroom - which was particularly upsetting for our young daughter and impacted our holiday significantly. This was despite us ensuring patio doors remained fully closed etc. It is for this reason we will not be returning.
Accomodation desperately in need of an overhaul… very dated (stuck in the 80s/90s) & definitely not 4star. Moved to a 2nd apartment due to 1st being unacceptable (dirty & ac in bedroom broken). Facilities are acceptable (Pools are nice), Gardens are pretty. Sports are available (at a price), onsite Restaurant is nice (although slow service/disorganised & a little on the expensive side)… the facilities are why this resort has been awarded 4stars, it’s certainly not 4star accommodation. I would not recommend (based on the accommodation standard).
Our second stay at Rocha Brava holiday village & we had a lovely week. The complex is really attractive & kept very clean. We used the largest pool area which is great and never over crowded in the pool. The pool bar does nice food and all the staff are friendly and helpful. Supermarket on site is handy for essentials. Would happily stay here again & would recommend to others.
