Ukino Terrace Algarve Concept

First time at this hotel and can't really find much to complain about. Very large room with fridge freezer, and cooking facilities, microwave, kettle, toaster, all the usual really. We had a nice balcony overlooking the pool, although we just walked down to the beach everyday (10 mins). Nice cafe/bakery on site, cakes, sandwiches, toasties, wine/beer and all at very reasonable prices. There are a few nice restaurants within easy walking distance, especially the New Delhi indian which we really liked, also a nice steakhouse and a couple of Italian restaurants too. Supermarket is only a 10 minute walk away which has all you need and the local biggest town is only around 20 minutes on foot, downhill going, which means, yes ... coming back is more of an effort. Would i return, no because we like to go somewhere different each time but i would certainly recommend a stay here.

For a 3 star hotel,the room ( 813) we experienced, was of a generous size with 2 large balconies, great air conditioning and basically everything needed for a self catering holiday.Room serviced every other day. On our last day we upgraded to all inclusive. Was glad to have tried it but felt it would have been restrictive had we done this for the full week, as so many nice places to visit and eat out if you are prepared to take a short cheap taxi ride. We used bolt, which was very reasonable. Pool decent size, sunbeds scenario no worse than any other holiday, we got to the pool about 9:15 each morning and managed 4 sunbeds together no problem. Location is lovely and quiet for a relaxing holiday, with a few restaurants nearby , beach is very nice within a 10 minute walk. Such a shame a supermarket/small shop not close by for essentials. We took a 5 mins taxi journey into Armacoa de pera a couple times where there is a large Lidl . To sum it up , highly recommend for a reasonably priced, relaxing break.

Absolutely loved it here! Such a warm home from home vibe. Booked fairly last minute and just wanted somewhere for some R&R, with a pool and close enough to walk to a beach. The beach is great and about a 6 minute walk, walk through the tunnel to the right and you get to the next beach. Apartment was huge, we had a 1 bed (plenty big enough for 4 people) side sea view but actually ended up with the front line apartment facing the sea and with 2 huge balconies! Never wanted to leave that view. Little bakery/cafe at reception is great and convenient. Room was cleaned every other day and fresh towels. Area is quiet so not the place to go if you want lively, but there are restaurants and a mini market in walking distance. You can hire a car from reception which we had planned to do but then didn't get round to it, instead we got a taxi into the town one day which cost 10euros had a wander and did the bengil caves boat trip then caught the land train back, nice and easy. There is an entertainment team around the pool, the kiddy club was mainly for under 6yeats old with arts and crafts, kids looked like they were having fun and then there were activities on the hour like table tennis, darts, volleyball etc, my kids are older and enjoyed joining in those. We thought drinks were expensive for the size at the pool bar and cocktails weren't brilliant that's probably the only down side. We loved the mix of nationalities around the pool, although busy we always managed to get sunbeds. Nice to have a pool where kids can play with inflatables and balls, but equally it was never an issue swimming lengths. We had such a good time that we plan on coming back next year! Hopefully we can get the same apartment number

Having just spent 2 weeks at this hotel , I can say the accommodation was spacious and clean , the food enjoyable , reception and restaurant staff lovely . We stayed fully inclusive enabling us to have drinks at the pool bar until 7pm . There is another bar on site named the Sweet spot if I remember rightly . Unfortunately food is only available to purchase and drinks are only available between 7pm and 11pm . It is a public bar so anyone passing by or locals frequent the pub . The highlight of our stay has to be the entertainment staff Pedro, Carolina and Salvi !! They go absolutely above and beyond to keep you entertained and nothing is too much trouble , with little resources compared to the bigger hotel and outside entertainment provided only 3 nights per week .they will be sure to keep you entertained with their energy, kindness and you may be one of the many who go home with wonderful new dance moves lol and know every trick in the book to cheat at Uno ,on a quiet evening ! We truly would have been bored without them and are a credit to themselves and the hotel . Unfortunately I can’t speak as highly regarding the sweet spot bar manager whose main priority seemed to be how much revenue he could make from passing trade . Being fully inclusive is a draw back as tables are needed for paying customers and our nightmare of trying to reserve a table for a group to celebrate a birthday … eventually was resolved under duress . That aside we had a lovely break away which was welcomed. The supermarket is a 10 min walk away . There is a little lovely beach at the bottom of the hill with a tiny cave to the right , it leads to another beautiful beach . There is a bar on the beach that arranges boat trips and serves delicious food and drinks . There is a land train that leaves every hour at twenty to the hour , that takes you to an amazing beach with bars , restaurants and shops for 4 euro return . Other than that there is nothing in the area so it’s peaceful !

After reading some of the reviews we went here with an open mind. We arrived at reception to find both members of staff very helpful and friendly. Our room was 324 in block 3. One flight of stairs so no bother. The room was a 1 bedroom with 2 balcony’s, large lounge/kitchen area. We were B&B and the food was basic but ok. Every member of staff was friendly, helpful and informative. Great swimming pool and pool bar. Attached to the Ukino was a bar called Sweetspot and it was. A great little bar and great staff. No complaints here. I found about 20 restaurants in the local area and ate in 6. The area has a few hills but doable. There was 2 fantastic beaches very close but there are steps or a steep road getting down to them. We really enjoyed this cheap 3* Hotel. Great value for money.

Room was really clean and was a lovely view and staff was really good all of them know how to speak so many languages the cleaning staff was really nice we always said Ola and they always replied really nice especially the reception and on Halloween we gave them sweets