Zodiaco - Quarteira, Portugal     

just returned from a weeks holiday at the hotel zodiaco on the algarve. Had problem getting into our room on arrival, but once we had booked in we found the room had everything we needed, was clean & tidy. we stayed on a b&b basis, each morning the breakfast room was spotlessly clean, & the buffet style breakfast was plentiful. the staff at the zodiaco were very helpful & nothing was too much trouble for them, from phoning cabs to arranging excursions. the hotel had everything needed for a relaxing break pool table, tennis court & swimming pool. The bar at the hotel was well stocked, although anything purchased was charged to your room as they didnt accept payment for anything purchased.This could cause a problem if youre on a budget as you might end up with a large bill at the end of youre stay. But overall a good 3star hotel, close to the beach, shops, bars etc. The hotel had awide range of guests when we stayed from families to single travellers of all ages. I would recommend yhe hotel zodiaco to anyone looking for a good quality hotel who may be on a budget. I would certainly stay there again.

Older couple/ no children - last mintue break After reading previous reviews felt I had to address the balance!! We booked this hotel as a cheap last minute short break so weren't expecting too much. On arrival it is obvious that this is an older hotel but don't be put off!! The Reception staff were friendly and courteous and check in was straightforward. Our room was spacious, spotlessly clean and comfortable. Large, tiled bathroom with shaver socket, heater and hairdryer. Room was air-conditioned and had TV although only 1 English channel ( but we were in Portugal so wouldn't expect anything more!). We never used the Restaurant apart from breakfast, however the Bar staff were polite and friendly. Breakfast was adequate with a choice of Rolls/Toast, yoghurts and fruit, cheese/cold meats, cereals and various hot/cold drinks. So maybe the cheese was thinly sliced as previously mentioned in a review but you could have as much as you liked so really not much of a problem!! The Hotel is on the outskirts of Quarteira but it is a level walk of no more than 10 mins to reach the beginning of the Promenade and Forte Nova beach. A taxi into Villamoura cost approx 6 euros for a wider choice of shops and restaurants. You get what you pay for and this more than met our expectations. Go with an open mind and enjoy the Portugese sunshine and friendly people!