Julie J
Resort is well maintained, with lovely gardens and walkways. Our room was much larger than we thought and we were surprised to find it included a washing machine! You'll need your own soap, and there was no drying rack available (even when we asked as we same some on other patios).
The restaurant on property O Farol is quite expensive and unless you can show them proof of the "welcome offer" they are not going to honour it. Note that the posted discount only applies if you pay in cash.
Customer service from the desk was a bit lacking. It took two trips down (there are no phones to call from in the room and we didn't want to make an international call), to have an urgent issue dealt with but they did eventually come deal with it.
Curtains are not darkening so be prepared to wake up with the sun.
Both outdoor pools were really nice, the back one near the cliff walk felt very peaceful and secluded. Access to the cliff walk was a great perk.
While you could walk to Carvoeiro, it's going to be walking up and down hills along the main roads. The resort is in a great location to explore the Algarve by car. We found it a lovely quiet spot to come back to after a day of exploring.
Rachel Arbogast
This is a phenomenal resort with great food and drinks, a kid’s club with Ms. Andrea who is amazing, beautiful landscaping and well maintained pools. You don’t have to leave if you don’t want to! The access to the hiking trails over the cliffs is convenient and you can walk to many beaches either direction. There is a beach 2 minutes away by car with a parking area and restaurant/bathrooms. Food at the property is not included, but we ate there twice. We stayed in a two bed apartment, but there are other options.
Neil Shaw
A spacious resort. Positioned well between pretty coves and cliff walks. Nice outdoor pools and the warmest indoor pool we’ve ever tried. Rooms variable but seem OK to good.
Colm Egan
It’s an amazing place! A real find. Low rise apartments and villas. Spotless. Tennis and pickleball. 3 swimming pools including one indoor heated. Shop bar restaurant and pool bar. The resort is well run and the staff are friendly and helpful. 30 min walk to carvoeiro of €5 taxi. We absolutely love it.
Joanne Boychuk
The resort is located in close proximity to Carvoeiro, a small busy centre with restaurants, tourist attractions, shopping and a local beach. It’s family friendly and attracts visitors of all ages. Day trips to surrounding towns and villages are easily accessible. One can be as active or inactive as one pleases in The Algarve. Accommodations are varied from one bedroom apartments to villas. Not sure how long ROCHA BRAVA has been in existence but if you’re looking for ultra modern housing, you might find the accommodation lacking. Despite that, the people are lovely and friendly.
