Reviews of Vilanova Villas & Apartments, Sao Joao, Portugal

Just got back from Villanova,...

Overall Rating:

10/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

Sep 2006

Tour Operator:

First Choice

Submitted By:

Mrs C Rozier

Comments:

Just got back from Villanova, had a fantastic time with my husband and 4 year old son Jake. This was Jake's first holiday abroad so we really hoped it would be really great for him-and it was. We had a studio room in block 3 and it was the penthouse... read more

Arrived at Vila Nova after 6...

Overall Rating:

3/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

Aug 2006

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

irvingg48

Comments:

Arrived at Vila Nova after 6 hour delay. Got Block 4 on the strip which we were advised were NOT studios - they were. No air conditioning 38 degrees plus all week. Open doors at night for air but still cant sleep for nearby disco playing till 5.30am in... read more

We have recently returned from...

Overall Rating:

8/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

Aug 2006

Tour Operator:

Portland Direct

Submitted By:

Mr A Farnsworth

Comments:

We have recently returned from the vilanova on the "strip" at soao joao and on the whole have enjoyed the experience. The accommodation is basic but clean and functional, and is probably the only place I’ve ever been where the water is not solar... read more

Have just returned from a...

Overall Rating:

7/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

Aug 2006

Tour Operator:

Portland Direct

Submitted By:

Mrs S 

Comments:

Have just returned from a week’s holiday at the Vilanova complex. We went with our 4 children ages range 9-15. Upon arrival we were allocated a 2 bed villa and had to pay the 70 Euro deposit which was refunded upon departure. So allocate yourselves... read more

This is a really nice and clean...

Overall Rating:

8/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

Aug 2006

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Mrs S Godfrey

Comments:

This is a really nice and clean complex, plenty to do for all of the family day and night. Huge swimming pool which is cleaned thoroughly every day.



Sun beds are chained to the ground so they can't be moved around and hidden... read more

We went to the Villanova last...

Overall Rating:

10/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

Sep 2005

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Miss M Todd

Comments:

We went to the Villanova last year and we have booked again to go in September. The place is fantastic and there is plenty of things to do. It is just brilliant.



The apartments were very clean and the staff were excellent. We... read more

I have just arrived back from...

Overall Rating:

10/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

Aug 2006

Tour Operator:

Portland Direct

Submitted By:

Miss L 

Comments:

I have just arrived back from the Villanova. I have been to Lanzarote, Tenerife and Gran Canaria, but Algarve was without a doubt my best. We went with a party of 16 adults and children and we all loved it. There’s so much to do especially at night... read more

Just back from the Vilanova and...

Overall Rating:

6/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

Jul 2006

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Mr J Dodds

Comments:

Just back from the Vilanova and in two minds with this review.



The Vilanova is placed right in the heart of the action at the resort on what is known as 'The Strip', this is a road packed with bars, Restaurants and shops. It is... read more

We had a fantastic time at this...

Overall Rating:

9/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

Jul 2006

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Mrs N Marino

Comments:

We had a fantastic time at this complex, I would definitely go back again. Traveled with 3 children under 7. The pool with 3 diving boards and the baby pool kept them entertained all day. Superb gardens around the pool with loads of trees for shade,... read more

Three of my friends and I went...

Overall Rating:

9/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

Jul 2006

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Miss A Mather

Comments:

Three of my friends and I went to the Vilanova in July 2006 and had the best time!! The villa was lovely and really quiet out of the way of the noise of the pool. The pool was excellent and all the kids seemed to absolutely love the size and the diving... read more

Vilanova villas and apartments...

Overall Rating:

9/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

May 2006

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Miss L Harland

Comments:

Vilanova villas and apartments in Albufeira, Portugal. Was a great first holiday for me their was so much to do, if you have children their is a kids zone where you can drop off the kids so you can have some time to yourself and the kids love it their... read more

We went to Vilanova for the...

Overall Rating:

10/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

Jul 2004

Tour Operator:

Booked Independently

Submitted By:

Miss J Richmond

Comments:

We went to Vilanova for the first time five years ago, we have been back many times as a family and on our own. The complex is excellent and kept to a very good standard. I can honestly say that there was nothing that I would complain about, only... read more

We booked a self-catering...

Overall Rating:

9/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

Mar 2006

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Mr SJ Gribben

Comments:

We booked a self-catering apartment for 7 nights to accommodate 2 adults and 3 children.



Great delight when we arrived at the Villanova to find that we had a 2 bedroom apartment, a large sitting and eating area, bathroom and... read more

We booked a 1 bed roomed...

Overall Rating:

7/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

Jan 2006

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

carole2000

Comments:

We booked a 1 bed roomed apartment for 4 nights for a very reasonable price as it is out of the main season.



The Vila nova apartments are at the top end of "The Strip" in the new area of Albufeira, however if you have a car... read more

Four of us have just come back...

Overall Rating:

10/10

Board Basis:

Self Catering

Date of Holiday:

Sep 2005

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Miss C Dalton

Comments:

Four of us have just come back from a girly holiday in Portugal and it was the best time ever. Villanova Apartments are lovely and clean, the pool is huge and the pool side activities- especially the quiz (which we never won! :( ) Help you to cure you... read more