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3.1/5

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The ratings and reviews below reflect the subjective opinions of members and not the opinion of The Little Witty.

J T.

Visited in september 2023

Es war alles wundervoll. Luisa war die beste Gastgeberin die man sich vorstellen kann. Eine Location mit Charakter. Es ist noch schöner, wie auf den Bildern dargestellt. Ein toller familiärer Umgang mit leckerem Frühdienst. Das Prinzip der Honesty Bar ist einfach super. Wie kommen gerne wieder.

Cláudio R.

Visited in september 2023

Local maravilhoso, perfeito para descansar e contemplar natureza.
Funcionárias muito atenciosas e preocupadas com o bem-estar dos clientes. Recomendo vivamente.

Uindi S.

Visited in august 2023

The rooms have plenty of historical charm and the view is stunning at sunset. Breakfast is quite good and the grounds are well kept. There's a cash bar in the afternoon but you have to go elsewhere for food.There's a family living in the premises, which makes it rather odd. But what ruined it for me was Rita. PLEASE FIND SOMEONE ELSE TO GREET, MEET AND CHECK PEOPLE IN.

Rita -- the groundskeeper, manager? -- is one of the most unpleasant and off-putting people I've ever met. She single-handedly ruined my whole stay. Me and my partner had the audacity to check-in late (it was 10pm) and Rita went on to berate and vilify us as some sort of intruders (stinking of alcohol). I don't care if your check-in ended at 8. I paid 600 euros for a three-night stay and deserve to be treated with respect. The place has potential but Rita made sure I will never return. Embarrassing.

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Daniel G.

Visited in may 2023

Um local cheio de história e com boas paisagens.

Silvana l.

Visited in september 2022

Infelizmente não há como dar menos que uma estrela, dona Rita é uma pessoa totalmente intransigente, trabalhamos em um casamento no qual a empresa anteriormente desistiu de fazer o evento devido a dificuldade em tratar com ela, é totalmente incompreensível como um local permite uma senhora como ela atender e gerir um local no qual aceita eventos, desrespeito total aos clientes e prestadores de serviço!

Bruno A.

Visited in september 2022

AVOID! Unaceptable, disastrous and unprofessional behavior!

The manager Rita, was impolite and ill-manared... She was rude to us, our guests and specially to our catering and support staff for por wedding day. She was extremely obstructive throughout the day... Almost lost for a second time our catering company, 1 hour before getting married there...not happy enough she then got drunk and shouted at our catering staff during the night... Ruined a day that was suppose to be special and magical!

The same manager disregarded a health & safety hazard when plaster fell of the wall on top of a child's bed which could have caused serious harm! Thankfully it didn't ! Rita only acted when challenged, saying "it was not a big deal"... Photo attached... Make your own judgment! I have not even received an apology! Uterly incompetent and unprofessional, on what could have been a very serious mater.

Embarrassed me in front at guests at breakfast for two small bottles of sparkling water not being part of the breakfast... When this would be naturally something we could settle after...
Poor, very poor! The place is beautiful and deserves a manager who respects the guests and people who wishes to have a special event there!

I could go on and on with other things... Smoking in front of children... scrutinising what you are eating at breakfast... Etc... But unfortunately already took too much energy of me and others in what was suppose to be a special day!

Catherine S.

Visited in september 2022

It’s a beautiful spot. Gorgeous views from the terrace and a lovely pool. Unfortunately Rita was quite rude. There is no food available there apart from breakfast which is adequate.I had been travelling all day and was chastised for consuming cheese and biscuits on the terrace at 9 pm because apparently it is forbidden on the historic flagstones…..The same flagstones that cope with the adequate breakfast. Room small with no windows so I kept the door open all night. There is a fan but it was pretty claustrophobic. 15 minute walk into a very touristy spot for dinner with a lot of average and a couple of good restaurants. Ferry ride to the beach is included ..nice spot for a swim with a good cafe.

Brandon N.

Visited in september 2022

Do not believe what you see in the pictures. The actual Fort is nothing like it. They market it as this secluded, private property away from the hustle and bustle of Tavira. It is not. To the right of the Fort is a massive apartment complex a stone throw away and more being built. In the lagoon there are loud boats and jetskis constantly going up and down. Their marketing is a lie. Last but definitely not least,Rita is outright rude and she doesn't care about getting new business apparently because she can't even be bothered to say goodbye to potential clients wanting to hire out the whole venue for 7 nights. SPEND YOUR MONEY ELSEWHERE!

Bradley Q.

Visited in august 2022

Nós fomos ver este localização porque a minha irmã vai casar por ano. Nós chegamos na hora de marcação, as 14h. Fui a noiva, noivo, mãe de noiva, eu (irmã) e os meus filhos. Tivemos ir de Boliqueime até Tavira mas porque eles gostaram muito, fomos na boa!
Chegamos as 13h50 e a senhora Rita abriu o portão. Ela olha para nós, e perguntou a minha irmã “vocês todos?” A minha irmã respondeu sim e a minha família. A Rita deixou nós entrar mas não estava contente! Eu até perguntei a ela o que era o problema é ela disse não há problema mas tenho aqui uma noiva que vai casar no próximo semana e os meninos ten que ser quieta!
Depois ela explicou as zonas de ceremonia, cocktails etc.
Ela mandou nós a ver sozinhos, e quando nós fomos embora a senhora Rita estava na escritório a fumar, nem falou com nós.
fomos maltratados e não teremos o casamento de 200 pessoas lá. Antipaticos e pouco profissional.
Eu tenho duas salões cabeleireiro aqui no Algarve e nunca mas numa vai recomendar este sítio!!!!
DO NOT RECOMMEND!!!!!!!

Raffaella D.

Visited in august 2022

I don't even know where to start. I made an appointment months ago to come & view the venue for my wedding. I flew in from London with my fiance to meet my mother who flew in from Zimbabwe to go and see it. We were received by Rita who was extremely rude from the start and asked me if my 'guests' were also coming in (there were 4 of us). She didn't show us around and treated us with total disinterest. We viewed the grounds on our own and were never shown the inside (bedrooms). We were sent on our way with a nod and wave whilst she was on the phone smoking a cigarette. She didn't ask us if we liked it,if we hated it or if we'd like to see inside or if we have any questions.

So I'll definitely not be having my wedding of 200 guests here.

Rita was very rude, hostile and extremely unenthusiastic.

Thanks for nothing.

Fatima A.

Visited in july 2022

Localização premium em Cabanas de Tavira.

Kelly M.

Visited in july 2022

Great communication with Rita. Friendly and warm welcome by our host Miguel and very informative. The Forte, grounds and its history were all fantastic. Tranquil and off the beaten track. I liked that there were no children in sight, which would have affected the peaceful surroundings. We enjoyed exploring on foot and cycling (bikes can be hired from A Bicicleteria). The bacon at breakfast is something else (smokey and salty - super tasty) - I'm a coeliac with an allergy to nuts, so really appreciated the bacon and poached egg. The pool and views of the cabanas were stunning. All guests were respectful of one another, apart from our extremely noisy neighbours (in Room 9) for the next two nights of our stay, which deprived us of some needed sleep. This could have been avoided if they didn't open the doors and windows while dragging furniture around, slamming doors and arguing early hours of the morning puffing on their cigarettes (our friends who were also staying in the other building could hear them too)! We will be back, however, we just hope those neighbours aren't there next time! I forgot to write in the guest book but can do so next time we visit. Thank you to all the lovely staff.

Fatima M.

Visited in july 2022

Local absolutamente maravilhoso em termos de localização. A "sala" de pequenos almoços fabulosa! Sossego fantástico. Tudo bom...venha experimentar...

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For me the best hotel in Algarve. Good service, beautiful view of the ria formosa and beach have dimension. Super.

Dannny

An exceptional place to spend a few days to have breakfast with views of Ria Formosa is unforgettable, then go to the beach with a small boat to cross the ria is a unique experience. I rarely seen such a clear water as the beach stretching from the other side of the ria, the water temperature is very pleasant.