Porto Istana Spa Hotels

"the hotel is away from everything and you feel a bit isolated it is extremely expensive and the food options are minimal"

"Good"

"Simply amazing. 10/10 on everything, I highly recommend"

"After initially feeling a little disappointed, as we arrived the very first day of the season to find things were not open or functioning, we ended up having a wonderful 3 night stay here and would definitely like to go back at a different time. Hotel is clean, the staff are friendly and helpful. It is a little out the town so if, like us, you don't have a car be prepared to walk! But it's perfectly manageable to reach beautiful beaches by walking."

"Great hotel close to the airport but not close enough to keep you awake at night. The hotel has its own restaurant which serves breakfast lunch and evening meals. There is a swimming pool with plenty of room for sun loungers with towels provided. A bar is available for a drink or two with seating to meet friends or just enjoy your drink before heading out to local restaurants and shops. The location is perfect for venturing out by bus or hire car for the day. Highly recommend."

"Booked this hotel with my brother to celebrate his engagement. Being a Marriott, we had solid expectations… which were quickly “adjusted.” First thing: they charge for everything. €10 just to get room service, and a note in the room basically warning that bringing in outside food could cost you up to €200. So yes, your Lidl sandwich might be a financial risk. We booked mainly for the pool (it’s the main photo). Got there in April, 24°C, ready to relax… only to be told it’s closed because it’s “not warm enough for the locals.” Apparently this happens a lot, the disclaimer is there, just buried at the bottom. Then the deposit: €50 per night, so €150 total. My brother got charged €400. Staff admitted it was a mistake, but the refund only came at the end of the stay, not ideal. Room phone was broken, but we did get a free upgrade after asking to move, which was probably the highlight. Other quirks: “free” gym you can’t use unless you’re a Delta member, and shared balconies where you can enjoy your drink alongside someone else’s TV. Breakfast was great. Dinner? €25 for a small pasta. Also odd for allergies: clear labeling at breakfast, but peanuts everywhere at dinner and €10 to remove ingredients. Overall: decent hotel trying to feel luxury, while charging you for breathing too enthusiastically. Would I stay again? Only if I skip the snacks, forget the pool, and watch my bank account closely."

"Staff are very welcomed for flexibly and this hotel has very warm facilities. "

"Room was not very nice, buffet was was ok but crazy, server was not very friendly, beach was nice. "

"Excellent stay. Such a high quality resort."