The apartment was very big, the staff was very friendly and the price was great.

The hot water isn't enough for the amount of guests in one apartment. I was alone and took a 10-15min shower and the hot water was finished. Then I had to wait for ~1h to be able to use it again. If 3-4 people are staying there that's definitely not enough. But that was really the only thing I didn't like.

The villa was huge with lots of space for the children to run around. The garden contained a pool, jacuzzi, brick barbecue and outside sink. We were situated at the end of the row and had almost complete privacy. The staff were friendly and happy to help with any issues we had. A free minibus took us into Carvoeiro or to a local beach.

The pool wasn't clean when we arrived and the pump was switched off. However, they did sort it out straight away. The villas are a long walk from the bus stop so we used taxis to take us to nearby towns. Luckily they weren't expensive.

Everything, the villa was like something out of a movie. The space was brilliant and you had your own area that wasn't too close to other villas. The pool was a good size and the outside chairs, sunbeds and bbq area were well kept and a great addition to the place Taxi's were easy to hire and the small towns around Colina are only a 5-10 min taxi ride away. Great location to be out of the way but close enough for evening meals and drinks

There was only a couple of things that needed to be put on the maintenance list. The outside shower didn't work, there was only a couple of batteries in the air con remotes, and there was a slight leek if one of the showers upstairs was being use. Minor details that can easily be sorted

The apartment was very clean, and when the need arose to cook, I had all the utensils I needed. The bed was comfortable, and the pool was lovely. Parking was great, near the apartment. Grounds are kept super cleaning. The room had aircon, but I never used it.

Staying in the apartment, it reminded me that you can hear a lot. I assume I had a local family near me who were quiet. Then I had three young people below me, and I heard everything. I'm not sure why, but around 4am, they decided to move all the furniture around and party. I noticed in my apartment that none of the dining room table and chairs had those soft fabric cushions under the legs. So, any time you moved a chair, it made a noise. That is the only small issue I found.

the apartment is comfortable, good space. Staff is helpful, friendly and attentive. Cleaning was top notch. Calm and comfortable location.

Location might be problematic for some - you do need a car unless you want to spend the time at the pool and visit one small grocery store 10 minutes away Also, first room we got was bad, no running water and other problems. After some complaining it was changed to a much better alternative, and the staff was very helpful. The balcony is rather small, don't count on eating out in it. Fits 1-2 chairs.

It was a large rental with nice views, and pretty grounds. Quiet and peaceful in Feb. Great staff. It is a remote location. Alot of things, pool, restaurants, tours are closed in Feb so not much happening if thats your thing. There is a restaurant on grounds, but Im not one to eat out.

I did not have a car, so walking and bus were my modes. I was there to hike the coast and see the surrounding cities too. Bus was a 15min walk one way. For a long stay, I didnt like the nearest grocery store was 15 min walk, and I preferred not to patron them, but no other choice nearby.

During my stay at Colina da Lapa, I appreciated the beautiful grounds and well-maintained buildings, which created a serene atmosphere. The staff were exceptionally helpful, enhancing my experience with their attentive service. The spacious accommodations were clean and comfortable, providing a relaxing retreat. Although the location required a short drive to the beach, the stunning views and peaceful environment made it worthwhile. The outdoor swimming pool was a great addition, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploring the Algarve.

The staff were very friendly and made us feel welcome straight away. The easy to access site was very clean and well kept. It was easy to get taxis to nearby locations and the staff were incredibly helpful in telling us about the local area. The apartment itself was clean and tidy with useful amenities such as an iron, cooking essentials and a TV with many channels. The room service also made the beds and provided clean towels everyday which was great. Overall we had a fantastic stay and would recommend it to anyone looking for a relaxing getaway. We stayed for 3 nights but would definitely stay for longer next time!

The house is great, with a fantastic pool area and barbecue. The size of the house is impressive.

There were some issues with the electricity system in the house..The management sent some guys that were at the house for a couple of hours to fix it. Later the problem persist but we didn't want to spend our vacation with technic people in the house all time.

The continental breakfast satisfied the whole family daily - it was fresh and well presented. A machine was available during breakfast for tea/coffee to help yourself. The apartment was comfortable and well located within the complex with easy access to the pool and bar. Plenty of sun beds to accommodate all guests and the whole family enjoyed the pool table and table tennis, which was available at our leisure. The cleaners cleaned the apartment daily and provided plenty of fresh towels. The two balconies of the apartment were a bonus and books were readily available in the apartment, which was great as I had forgotten to pack a book! The free shuttle bus was handy for us to find our bearings for the first couple of days but if the times weren't convenient as the holiday went on, it was easy to pick up a cheap Uber to get into Carvoeiro or locations nearby. Hired a car from reception for a few days and the process was easy. We loved exploring the area and there was free parking in the complex. The staff at Colina da Lapa were accommodating and were extremely helpful prior to, and throughout our stay, organising our airport transfers for example. We loved Colina da Lapa and would love to return to stay in a villa next time. We felt very safe. It has a couple of lovely restaurants within walking distance but it was not difficult to travel a short distance to Carvoeiro if you wanted more of the busyness and entertainment. The Slide and Splash water park was very convenient and we had an excellent day. It was perfect for us as a family; suitable for all ages. Would recommend.

There is nothing that we did not like. However, the pool could do with some extra care to get it back to its best, such as repairing missing tiles to be as well presented as possible. Colina da lapa is a quiet resort ideal for families. It would have been nice to maybe have a singer for a couple of hours to have a drink and relax early evening but that might not suit everyone and the type of quiet resort this is. If you're expecting mini discos and the like, then this is not the place for you.