This was our third trip to the Villa Sporting and as enjoyable as the first, recent changes to the bar and outdoor dining area work well. A real place to relax –the only difficulty was choosing between the outdoor pool, spa or beach but you can do all in one day. We have never done half board but still dined at the hotel each evening and most lunch times. Food choices are uncomplicated and the menu can seem limited or unchanging over the course of a week but don’t be daunted by this – ask what else is available - there is always an additional selection of meat or fish which you can choose to have cooked almost any way you like. A very good standard of English is spoken by the staff - and on previous visits they were happy to recommend other establishments if you choose to eat elsewhere.
We in the past stayed in a superior room and if you want to splash out or are staying for 7 or more days then go for the superior or above but in the summer months you won’t spend much time in your room. There is a gap in the quality of decor between standard and superior however the rooms are very clean and it was lovely to be able to request a daily change of linen, even in standard accommodation.
In June there are mostly business travellers so no crowds for any of the amenities. Don’t go here if you are expecting to get on-site evening entertainment. We will be going back again.
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