Jupiter Marina Hotel - Couples & Spa

Where do I start?!? After a very easy check-in, we stepped into our room where we saw the view of the river from beyond what looked like a very comfortable balcony, we knew we were in for a treat. In addition to the beautiful room, this hotel really is only a 15-20 minute walk in either direction to the promenade along the river and all of its shops, or to the beaches. It is a fantastic location. And the staff, ever so helpful, was happy to provide directions, make recommendations, etc. This place really thought of everything. Yes, the bed and bedding were comfortable. Yes, there was plenty of space to settle in. Yes, there was space in the bathroom to set our toiletries and hang things. Yes the shower was amazing. Yes we had a strong wifi signal. Refrigerator and personal safe, check! ...But it goes beyond all of that. Jupiter Marina Hotel pays attention to the little details too. One example to illustrate what I mean: Lots of places boast that they come with blackout shades. But somehow, the curtains never seems to fall so that all of the light is blocked, including the one street light that always seems to be in just the wrong place. At Jupiter Marina, they're aware of this and someone thought to add an inconspicuous strip of velcro down the edge so that you can seal the curtain. Voila! No light gets in! Another small but super helpful detail - there are outlets on both sides of the bed, easily accessible, and one of them even has USB outlets. All of these little details add up to make this a stay that exceeded my expectations. And I haven't even mentioned the incredible breakfast that we started every day with. If you're debating whether to include the breakfast or not in your room purchase, take it from me - include the breakfast! It will be SO worth it!

The hotel was modern, clean and the Recepton staff were very accommodating. As we arrived, we were offered welcome drinks i.e.. water, fruit juice or tea/coffee. Breakfast was excellent, a wide selection of cereal, fruits and meats and freshly squeezed orange juice. The affinity pool was superb with a great view of Portimao harbour. The location of the hotel was good; if you turned left out the hotel you could head for Portimao and right you could walk to Praia da Rocha beach (lovely beach; sea is freezing though). The hotel did offer a shuttle service to take you to/from Praia da Richa, which was very handy.

Great choice of food at breakfast. Majority of staff very friendly, especially Ines at breakfast. Reception has coffee, water available for guests all day. Rooftop pool, bar/ cafe was great and really comfy to sit and chill. Location was good ie in the middle of Portimão and Prai Da Rocha. You can easily walk to both or jump on the shuttle to Prai Da Rocha.

Great hotel, situated like 15min away from a great beach, great terraces and city centre. The hotel was very clean, staff very helpful, kind and full of life. Great spa facilities. Sauna, steam room and pool spotless clean. Rooftop bar with a good selection of drinks and snacks and plenty of space outside and inside. Rooftop pool big enough and very clean. We had breakfast included and that is just brilliant because you have a great selection. Room has a great sound system (speaker installed in the bathroom). Very spacious room, bathroom and balcony.

- Extremely friendly staff - Comfy beds - Tasty Breakfast - Good location - Free shuttle to nearby beach (Praia de Rocha) - Speaker in shower connected to Smart TV - Complimentary drinks at reception