Vila Gale Lagos

the rooms had really bad soundproofing and all the sounds from the neighboring rooms could be heard, we couldn't sleep

The location of this property is great, especially if you don't have a car. It's close to the beach and the marina as well as a short walk to the old town. There is a grocery store 15 minutes away. The facilities are great, especially for kids. There is a large pool and deck, children's playground and indoor pool. Rooms are large. A small thing to remember is to bring shampoo/conditioner as they don't supply it and if you can bring your own hairdryer. There's doesn't work. Great stay, I would come back for sure.

We have just returned from a 7 night stay at the 4 star Vila Gale Hotel near Lagos Portugal, after a 1 hour taxi transfer we arrived at the hotel we were impressed with the reception area very spacious, check in was very quick and we were soon on our way to our room, we had upgraded to a Seaview room suite as we like a lot of space and the room did not disappoint, the only thing missing was the tea/coffee making facilities this was soon corrected, the only thing I was disappointed with was that they were not replenished once during our stay this did not bother us as we always take coffee and milk with us but it still is not the point. The hotel is set in a horseshoe shape with 3 large swimming pools and a large garden area, very impressive, our room overlooked this along with the sea view, there were ample sunbeds arranged around the pool area. We were all inclusive so all meals (breakfast, lunch, evening meals)and drinks were included, in the main restaurant there was always something to satisfy your appetite, we mainly had lunch at the pool / snack bar could not fault it, at this point I wish to mention 2 members of staff that gave great service with a very friendly and professional attitude, Liliana Santos and Ricardo Uarela, Liliana you were fantastic and I thank you for all the meals and drinks that you served us you were a real star and a credit to the hotel. If you are staying 7 nights you can eat in the al'a'cart Italian or Portuguese restaurants once, we did both and had great meals / service we recommend you take up the offer. On one overcast day we caught the little train into Lagos, the stop is across the road from the rear gate of the hotel, the fare is 5.5 euros per person and you can hop on / off at any of the stops the ticket lasts all day. If you venture to this part of the country at this time of the year beware it can go quite cool of a night time. Please pass my thanks to all staff especially Liliana.

Great hotel and excellent facilities. Just out of the main town and bars and restaurants area, a short (10mins) walk to the marina but we liked that.