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Reviews of Luxury Guest House Opus One

4 out of 5
Luxury Guest House Opus One
R. Serpa Pinto 37, Faro, Faro

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 78 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 78 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne Marie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place offers a unique, high quality experience with excellent wine choices and absolutely delicious food. The hosts go out of their way to really make their guests feel welcome and have a memorable experience. My husband and I loved staying here from swimming in the pool and enjoying the wonderful wines and foods while dinner for dinner there. Highly recommended staying here if you are in the Faro area.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

AMANDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Little gem in the heart of Faro, fabulous wines and port, and staff amazing. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

naeiri, Columbus

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel may have seemed luxurious when it was first opened but the rooms have not been properly maintained. Both of our rooms had various issues including deck doors not functioning correctly, the area surrounding the bathtub being totally water damaged (who surrounds a tub with wood instead of tile? illogical) (also the height of the tub and the width of the tub lip/surround, coupled with the insanely sharp edge of the wood, made it incredibly dangerous to get in and out of), faucets leaking, etc. Breakfast was OK mostly due to service. The food itself was quite tasty and varied. It would have been rather great if they offered it buffet style instead of serving each individual a separate plate for each item. We saw *so* much food go to waste as most people left the majority of all the small plates barely touched, and didn't feel comfortable asking for more of the foods we liked because we weren't sure if supply was limited. Plus, service was incredibly slow. We totally understand it's Portugal, it's very laid back and relaxed, and that's great, but it would be nice to get the coffee one asks for within 30 mins of ordering it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beverley-Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous guest house. Amazing breakfast. Great staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

BERNADETTE

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gurivine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Milena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, modern bedroom with balcony. The properry is unique with lots of cute activity/social spaces, a pool, a sauna! But the best thing was getting to know Opus, the most playful, fun, loving golden retriever!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luis Miguel Herrnsdorf

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The people were very nice and friendly
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very good service staff are fantastic overall good experience
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

6/10 Okay

James, Cottonwood Heights

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very eclectic property. Street it is on has a lot of closed / abandoned buildings & tons of graffiti. Wifi in our room was poor until they put us on a different network.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff is incredibly friendly which made our stay very enjoyable. We got into town very late and were very accommodating. The breakfast was a huge bonus!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Conor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would recommend
Great location, easily walkable to all main areas of Faro. Beautiful building, large spacious bedroom and bathroom, beautifully designed. Great aircon and black out shutters. Lots of communal sitting areas…very comfy and well designed. Little outside area with pool is lovely too. Would recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Desmond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Faro
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Roy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Absolutely bloody marvellous.
Outstanding We stayed at Opus One for 2 nights, and it was one of the best hotel experiences I've ever had. Intimate, private, beautiful, fantastic food and location. There's a great breakfast included, but you can also opt to have dinner as well. We had dinner there one night, and it was really special - delicious, and a wonderful atmosphere (they had a great singer-guitarist playing Spanish guitar). They've taken so much care and attention to creating something special - rooms for playing pool, relaxing, a little "library", plus outside there's a jacuzzi, pool, steam room and sauna, a bar and a wine cellar. I've never stayed anywhere quite like it.(I did copy this review as it summed up everything I wanted to say.) We are already booking for next year
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from Opus Team on 27 Sept 2021
Thank you very very much for your really kind review Roy, we hope to have you back here someday ! Opus Team 😊

8/10 Good

gerard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Quirky place. Nicely done interesting and tastefull interior decor.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Outstanding
We stayed at Opus One for 2 nights, and it was one of the best hotel experiences I've ever had. Intimate, private, beautiful, fantastic food and location. There's a great breakfast included, but you can also opt to have dinner as well. We had dinner there one night, and it was really special - delicious, and a wonderful atmosphere (they had a great singer-guitarist playing Spanish guitar). They've taken so much care and attention to creating something special - rooms for playing pool, relaxing, a little "library", plus outside there's a jacuzzi, pool, steam room and sauna, a bar and a wine cellar. I've never stayed anywhere quite like it. We hope to stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful guest house
Beautiful guest house. Friendly staff. A unique establishment that has much to recommend it. Would stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My stay at Opus one was perfect, the staff is great and cares for their customers. I will definitively go back there when I am in Faro again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2021
Response from Adriana on 12 Jun 2021
Thank you soo much ! We hope to see you soon again. Kind Regards

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My partner and I had the most incredible stay at Opus One. The staff provided the best service we’ve ever received, nothing was too much of a problem, the food was out of this world. Would recommend to anyone that wanted a break away.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Response from Adriana on 12 Jun 2021
Thank you soo much! We really liked having you here. We hope to see you soon again. Kind Regards,

10/10 Excellent

Gladys, Granada

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is very nicely decorated and it is obvious that the owners have very high standards of what a luxury stay is and do everything to achieve it. The attention to detail is what I most liked and the staff were excellent. When we go back to to the Algarve, this is where we will be staying. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Response from Mariana Gambôa - Opus One on 29 Sept 2020
Thank you for your comments Gladys! It pleases us to know you have enjoyed your stay with us. It will be a pleasure to welcome you back at our unit Best regards

2/10 Terrible

Thomas

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020
Response from Mariana Gambôa - Opus One on 1 Oct 2020
Thank you for your comment. Your opinion is very important to us

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A beautiful boutique guest house near old town. Lovely rooms and beautiful dining area with excellent breakfast served to a high standard (dinner not eaten at the hotel). The staff are lovely and the small pool Is an added bonus. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020
Response from Mariana Gambôa - Opus One on 3 Sept 2020
Thank you for your comments Kevin! We truly appreciate to know you had a pleasant stay with us. Hope to see you soon! Best regards,

10/10 Excellent

Rachel, London

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcoming staff and much better than the pictures. Big breakfast. Large room. Great amenities. Close to town.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from Opus One on 7 Mar 2020
Thank for you awnser, and feeback ! Kind regards

10/10 Excellent

Bruce&Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place to make your base while exploring Faro and the Algarve. Service was terrific and breakfasts were perfect to start a long day. Large comfortable rooms. Felt like we had a true home away from home for our stay. Obrigado!
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2020
Response from Opus One on 7 Mar 2020
Many Thank you for all the feedback and information that you gave to us. Kind Regards

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
2019 Trip Advisor Winner
Unbelievable!!! You must stay here. Wonderful staff, fabulous breakfast like none you have ever had, charming bedrooms, and fabulous extras like heated pool, sauna, Porto tasting room, pool room, and several sitting rooms. They are currently 3 houses interconnected but adding a 4th in a month or so. Such a charming place to stay and easy walk to the water center. Perfection
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2020
Response from Opus One on 10 Feb 2020
Thank you for that kind words Kind regards

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Best guest house ever
It is the BEST guest house I have stayed in, you feel so welcome and the rooms are amazing the breakfast is fantastic The design/ architecture is jaw dropping I highly recommend Opus one is the place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from Pedro Cavaco on 29 Jan 2020
Many Thanks Jan. :) You will be always welcome to Opus One. Kind Regards

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent property
It was an excellent property. Loved the place!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Response from Opus One on 6 Jan 2020
Many Thank you for all the feedback and information that you gave to us. Kind Regards

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous- lovely and modern decor. A lovely boutique hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from Opus One on 6 Jan 2020
Many Thank you for all the feedback and information that you gave to us. Kind Regards

10/10 Excellent

Helena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice
Very nice guesthouse in center Faro. Big rooms, several lounges and friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Response from Pedro Cavaco on 1 Dec 2019
Dear Helena Many Thanks for your feedback. :) Kind Regards Opus One

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the building and shared spaces. It’s a beautiful little gem in a gorgeous city. The rooms are a bit small and could use more “luxury” (eg non-synthetic pillows, more comfortable bed, more air freshness) but otherwise it is great.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
Response from Opus One on 6 Jan 2020
Many Thank you for all the feedback and information that you gave to us. Kind Regards

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service from staff. Always willing to help and provide the best service possible. There is no parking on-site, but plenty of free parking close by. Staff again advised where best to park, all within very close walking distance (5 mins max). Excellent property!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kay

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A MUST-STAY IN FARO
What a wonderful property! The location is very convenient and quiet, and the staff was very friendly and helpful. The breakfasts are delicious!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

David, Fullerton, CA

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff takes care of your every need. Tours, food, extra activities.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is in a quiet residential area but close walking distance to the town centre. It’s beautifully presented with incredible facilities such as pool, spa and snooker table. There are communal lounge and dining areas, and the hosts were very friendly and attentive. Unfortunately there were no staff present when we arrived so we had to wait outside for 15 minutes. When the owner arrived she went out of her way to apologise and arranged free drinks while we were checked in, so I feel this was just an unavoidable mistake and not a regular problem. Our room was clean, well presented and had a small balcony overlooking the pool and spa area. At the end of our stay we arranged another booking for the end of our holiday as we were so happy with everything.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying at The Opus was an outstanding experience which elevated the word ‘boutique’. Ideally located a few minutes walk from the centre of Faro with its wide selection of shops and restaurants, it provides an excellent level of customer care and attention to detail. The small team of staff are friendly and eager to be of service and the tapas breakfast was one of the best I have experienced. Homemade granola, pasties and a selection of local meats and cheeses all prepared individually for guests were delicious. The room was quiet and comfortable, very clean and well maintained. Two additional services are worth mentioning. First, they regularly hold evenings of traditional Portuguese music which are popular with guests and locals alike. Secondly, they offer private tours in a people carrier which can take you to local markets and towns. This is excellent value for money, as well as offering experiences that might otherwise be missed. While I was staying there, the Opus won an international award for being the best guest house. An award in my view richly deserved.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

SB, Columbus

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff couldn’t have been better! So lovely and helpful.AMAZING breakfast. Great location that’s walkable to everywhere in Faro! Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location. Beautiful interior and lovely spacious rooms. Very friendly and helpful staff and a calm and pleasant atmosphere. The bar was not staffed full time when we were there as there were not many guests at the pool area, but it is possible to get hold of a staff member either at the reception or around the building if they are showing other guests to their rooms and they are very open to help. We were impressed by the look and feel of the place.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing service in an amazing hotel.
Amazing service in an amazing hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

4/10 Poor

Esma

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Knus hotel!
Het is een bijzondere hotel, heel leuk ingericht. Knus, kleinschalig en heel gezellig! Wat tegenviel, de grote van de kamer, luchtvochtigheid was hoog (misschien omdat het regende), de kamer rook naar schimmel ook ivm regen denk ik. Plus punten, lokatie is perfect, personeel erg aardig, ontbijt was goed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ralph

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bengt Göran

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert, Kandersteg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Thanks to the unique Team of Opus One.
Stayed 11 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Muriel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bien
TBien je recommande. Bien placé dans Faro, accueil et service très bien.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joao Otavio

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Grandpierre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bon séjour
Très bel accueil. In térieur cosy, mais attention certaines chambres donnent sur la rue, donc assez bruyante en soirée et aucune intimité, obligation d'avoir rideaux et/ou stores fermés. Mauvaise odeur persistante dans notre chambre (problème de canalisations ?) Très bon petit déjeuner, fait maison. Bien placé versus centre ville et restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

ALAIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Très bon accueil
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me gustó la amabilidad del personal y la calidad del servicio
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021