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Reviews of Vila Gale Tavira 4 stars

Rua 4 de Outubro, 8800-362 Tavira, Portugal

#21 of 23 hotels in Tavira

Guests' Choice

Review score

Based on 719 hotel reviews

8.2

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    8.6

  • Comfort

    8.6

  • Location

    9.0

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    7.9

  • Free WiFi

    8.4

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  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    7.0
    Room fabulous and good VFM but rest very average.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Strong smell of chlorine in some corridors; atmosphere felt a bit like a 'Butlins' offer, ie basic, average. Very hot & stuffy in bar.

    Super room; large room, big bed, lovely bathroom. Breakfast was a varied offer; evening buffet fairly standard offer and a bit of the cool side.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 May 2024

    7.0
    enjoyable
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 7 nights

    drinks prices to expensive

    all ok

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 May 2024

    9.0
    Perfect for the time of year and found Tavira a great place to visit.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    A lot of seagulls around the pool and buildings - not much can be done but could be a nuisance.

    The relaxed atmosphere, the staff were excellent and very helpful. Breakfast was very good. Pool area keep in good condition.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 May 2024

    8.0
    Great value
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Very clean . Spacious

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 18 May 2024

    8.0
    We enjoyed our holiday but looked forward to returning home for a decent nights sleep.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Pool View (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The poor insulation and the open atrium meant that sounds such as staff or early risers reverberated and sleep was disturbed. The pillows were of the foam chip variety and very uncomfortable.

    The location was good, a short walk to the boat that takes you to the wonderful beach. Nice pool and lots of sun beds.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had a problem with pigeon poo on our balcony

    Loved resort and beaches. Great to have the train near at hand

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 12 May 2024

    7.0
    Functional
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Breakfast room gets very busy, requires a lot of attentiveness. Pool area also crowded, loungers 3 rows deep. Hotel itself a little soulless.

    Central location, reasonable value, well maintained and clean, fair size rooms.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 11 May 2024

    9.0
    Great value comfort and luxury in a amazing location
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    The bed was a little springy and the rooms and little dated but clean and a great size. Loved our stay.

    The resort is amazing and such a great location.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Traffic noise

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 May 2024

    8.0
    Great location and good value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    We had to pay to use the safe which I thought was unnecessary and would think it is in the interests of the hotel to not charge for that as results in less things being stolen or blame being put on the hotel. I would have liked if there were more toiletries in the bathroom - there was only bath gel, would have been nice to have a body cream and a few extras.

    The location was great. Room was well sized and comfortable and good breakfast spread.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 May 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room with Extra Bed (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Fresh orange juice would have been nice

    There was a great selection of hot and cold foods for breakfast

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights

    everything

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    9.0
    A lovely relaxing break in a fabulous town. Exceptional hotel, comfortable and good value for money.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Pool View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Lightning poor in bedrooms especially for reading.

    Very good location. A few minutes walk from Tavira centre.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    8.0
    Pleasant
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights

    Breakfast is very loud. Too many hard materials and many people. The pigeons . The management need to take measures. The birds are laying eggs in the flower and plant holders. There must be solutions. Every year the same.

    Breakfast is quite good. Room is comfortable. I like the decoration. Staff friendly.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 3 May 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room with Extra Bed (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Mattress was too hard

    Location

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    9.0
    Great choice and would stay there again
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 2 nights

    Didnt dislike anything

    Excellent breakfasts. easy location to the front to catch the ferry and close to the restaurants and castle People very friendly. Easy underground parking for 7.5 euros only short drive to some great golf courses

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 29 April 2024

    8.0
    Friendly weekend break.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Family Suite (2 Adults + 2 Children)
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Swimming pool both indoor and outdoor were cold.

    Staff was very nice and friendly. Location was also very central, allowing us to walk easily in Tavira.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 20 April 2024

    8.0
    Good value and delivers everything promised
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Twin Room with Extra Bed (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Staff good Hotel clean

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 19 April 2024

    9.0
    Excellent hotel located in a perfect location and amenities.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Swimming pool noise and nighttime ( even after 11.00pm) / musical noise caused lack of sleep

    24/7 manned reception, breakfast, clean, location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    9.0
    We had a great time
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 6 nights

    Lots of package tour guests, but expected from this type of hotel.

    Good buffet breakfast with someone cooking eggs to order. Pretty decent restaurant. Good location with own parking under the hotel.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    7.0
    Good
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Twin Room with Pool View (2 Adults + 1 Child)
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Easy access everywhere lovely clean pool

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The jacuzzi wasn't working and the spa is a little disappointing but great pool with plenty of surrounding space and beds.

    Room with sunny balcony overlooking pool. Excellent quality lunch with salads and sandwiches. Good priced drinks and helpful staff.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 15 April 2024

    9.0
    Very pleasant and comfortable stay overall.A few minor dislikes but i'd return no problem.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    I didn't like that a double bed was two single beds pushed together , leaving an uncomfortable bump in the middle of the joined matress. I didn't like that although there was a mini bar in the room there was no facility to make a tea or coffee when wished. Coffee on the balcony is a highlight of a holiday for me,but I wouldn't call room service to bring a coffee at 5.30 in the morning! Also the room has sliding glass doors to the balcony but as we found, to our detriment, no handle or safety latch to stop from getting locked out on the balcony. Also you could not request an iron from reception but was encouraged to use their ironing service. While this could end up being expensive it also is inconvenient and not immediate. When on holiday I don't always know what I'm doing in the next hour so grabbing a dress to iron out the wrinkles for an impromptu night out is a regular occurrence .

    The breakfast buffet was very good, with great variety of foods and also served until 10.30. The hotel itself is well kept and lots of interesting bits and pieces of furniture around lobby and halls . The lifts were quick and always working. The room was clean,comfortable and decent size. Cleaned and toiletries replenised everyday.The shower in the ensuite was powerful with hot water available at any time.The staff were friendly and very helpful. The pool is lovely with plenty of sunbeds and easy access to toilet and restaurant facilities. The wellness center provides a great massage! There is an indoor pool but as the weather was good we did not use it. The hotel is in an excellent location just a few minutes walk from harbour, restaurants and shops. It was restful and calm at night.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 9 April 2024

    8.0
    Massive hotel with nice rooms and free parking
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Twin Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Breakfast was a bit disappointing.

    This is a surprisingly large hotel - you'll get your steps in for the day just walking to your room and back! The underground car park is free and also massive. We parked near the entrance and then discovered it was a long walk to reception. And it was a long walk from here to the dining room. But the room (view over the pool) was large and had all the necessary facilities. It was only a short walk from the hotel into the centre of Tavira.

    Stayed in April 2024

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