Albufeira Travel Forum

I have just booked a weeks holiday at the end of September with my boyfriend at the Valmangude Jardim apartments and am now starting to worry!!

We read a few reviews before booking which all seemed ok but now I am doing more investigating after booking I'm starting to worry that we've made a mistake.

We primarly wanted a chill out hol but with the option to have the odd lively night but having read more about Albufeira I am starting to think we are going to Blackpool!! Is this right or is it a bit calmer in september?

Also can we escape the craziness if we go to the old town or is that quite comericalised as well?

Has anyone stayed at the Valmangude Jardim apartments? The reviews of the actual apartments sound brill but I'm concerened that they seem to be right on a busy main road, is it really noisey?

Sorry for all the questions, I just want somebody to put my mind at rest....having said that please be honest with your answers so we know what to expect,

Thanks in anticipation!

Hi, not stayed in those apartments. But..... let me ease your worries, the old town is great, lots of nice restaurants not as busy as the new part callled the 'strip'. When you discover the old town (which you will) you will find the 'tunnel' this leads to the beach. either side of the tunnel are some steps, 1/2 way up on the right is a restaurant called Casa Do Fonte the entrance at the steps is the bar entrance, go through that and there is a lovely courtyard at the back. They serve fantastic meals in a lovely setting. I hope this helps you.