Pine Cliffs Village

An amazing resort by the cliffs, with terrific views and private access to one of the best beaches in Algarve. Villa was excellent, very modern and clean. The gardens are lush and large. There are different pools and restaurant available. Will be returning!

We stayed at the Ocean Suites on the property for four nights. Everything was great except the front desk and concierge at the Ocean Suites. They failed to correctly make a taxi request and failed to make any of the 3 dinner reservations we requested. Management was never available - actually no management is there 2 days a week!! Horrible customer service. We had to go to the main hotel to get any sort of customer service. For the large sum of money they charge per night to stay there, lack of customer service should not be an issue!!

Overall, my family and I had a very enjoyable 10-day stay at the end of July. I would particularly recommend Pine Cliffs to families looking for a resort where there is plenty to do without needing to leave, while still having the option of taking day trips to explore the surrounding area. This review includes my opinions on the following categories and certain things I wish I’d known before my stay. Arrival and First Impressions: When we first arrived we were dropped off by our transfer at the main reception. Staff were friendly and did point to some key locations we would need on our map, such as our closest breakfast spot, pool and the tennis courts. However, because the resort is so large and it was our first time there, we didn’t feel like we fully understood how everything worked until a few days into the stay. They did ask if we had any questions and helpfully answered the ones we did but it's sometimes hard to know exactly what to ask. In my opinion, the welcome experience could really benefit from a leaflet being given to guests that explains the sports, ordering food, the towel cards and anything else. This was not too major of a setback as we did eventually get the hang of how things worked and people who had been to the resort before certainly seemed to know but this could just be a nice touch for newcomers as their website/app was also quite basic. Accomodation: The resort has a large variety of different accommodation but what we went for was almost an apartment style, ours specifically was S614. This had a large living area with sofas, a tv, table and chairs as well as a full kitchen and a washing machine. We were staying for ten days so being able to wash swimsuits and having some more affordable meals at home definitely came in handy. There was a small shop on site of the resort as well as a bigger mini mart just outside the resort that was around a 20 minute walk from us (though this would depend where you were staying within the resort as it is quite large). Cleaners also came to clean the room daily, although given our room was more apartment style than hotel style we did find this a little bit excessive as they would also stay for around 45 minutes. Of course if you were in you could ask them to come back but it could be a bit of a hindrance if you came back and they were already there, which happened to us a few times after breakfast. This may not be a problem for everyone and I understand it’s part of the more luxury experience they try to offer but I think perhaps the time taken could be reduced daily and a deeper clean could be done every few days. Pool: There were several pools across the resort and upon checking in your nearest one should be pointed out to you. Our closest pool was the biggest so it was quite busy but you are welcome to use all pools if you’d prefer to walk further to a quieter one. You get given a towel card and give these to the towel huts to retrieve your towels and at the end of the day you re

We got married at Pine Cliffs Hotel and Resort in the Algarve and honestly it was one of the best decisions we made. We had both our pre-wedding party and our wedding celebrations at Pine Cliffs, and the whole experience was amazing from start to finish. The venue is absolutely beautiful and made every event feel really special. What stood out the most was the team. Everyone was so helpful, friendly and professional, and they genuinely seemed to care about making sure everything went perfectly for us and our guests. The service throughout our stay was excellent and nothing ever felt like too much trouble. A very special shout out to Inês and Joana from the events team — we truly could not have done the wedding without them. They were incredible throughout the entire process, always supportive, organised and reassuring, and they played a huge part in making everything run so smoothly. Our friends and family had such an incredible time and many of them have said it was one of the best wedding experiences they have ever had. We will always look back on our time at Pine Cliffs with the happiest memories. Thank you again to everyone at Pine Cliffs for making our wedding celebrations so unforgettable. We would recommend this resort to anyone looking for a stunning venue with outstanding service and a truly special atmosphere. ❤️

I rarely post on trip advisor but felt I needed to put out a more balanced view of the Pine Cliffs resort. We arrived last Sunday (28th June) and honestly given some of the recent reviews I was very nervous and had low expectations!! But wow was I wrong!! It is a 5 star resort not like other so called 5 star resorts we have stayed in in The Algarve. The resort is really fantastic and has everything you need for a relaxing family holiday. The pools and toilet areas are spotless and areas are cleaned every evening and sun loungers reorganised. I have attached the view from our apartment of one of the pools - no rush to reserve sun loungers - it’s still pretty much empty at 10am. This is mainly due to the number of pools dotted around the resort and the beach. And there are towel huts at all the pools despite what other reviewers have said! The beach is beautiful and has a bar and loads of sun loungers. The atmosphere around the hotel in the evening is pure holiday chill. There is a burger van on the lawn for a different dining experience. There is also a small ice cream stand on the lawn so after dinner we have walked there for ice cream. The hotel have also a huge screen on the lawn to watch the World Cup which has created a really special experience for our kids. We have had no issues with staff and our check in was very pleasant. There are staff members everywhere and all of whom have been very helpful when needed. Our apartment is immaculate and very comfortable. We have all the mod cons- dishwasher, washing machine/ tumble dryer, x 2 coffee machines ( pod & filter, the pods are replaced daily) and even have a water filter machine so we don’t need to buy bottled water. The resort itself is immaculate, with paths and lawns well maintained creating beautiful walking paths around the resort. We have not had need to use the golf buggy transportation as everything we have needed to access so far is only a 5 minute walk ( beach, pools, reception). The kids soccer academy is about a 20 minute walk but as we have a car we will drive there. We here is a 10% service charge on all food and drinks but staff have been very forthcoming and have to be paid on purchases. So for anyone traveling here in the coming weeks do not believe everything you read on trip advisor!!!

We returned to Pine Cliffs in May 2026, this being our fourth consecutive yearly stay. Once again, exceptional accommodation and facilities and amazing service from all staff. The residences we and our friends stayed at were close to the O Grill restaurant and as always, the service from staff and the quality of food was outstanding and could not be faulted or bettered. We will most definitely be returning and have no reservation whatsoever in recommending to others. Truly first class!!

I am extremely disappointed with my stay at Pine Cliffs and cannot understand how this property is considered a 5-star resort, let alone part of the Marriott portfolio. On our first night, we arrived to find ants crawling all over the beds in our room. We reported the issue immediately and were told that the cleaning team had been in and dealt with the problem. However, when we returned, it was clear that all they had done was kill the ants. The dead ants were still scattered across the floor and had not even been cleaned up. This is completely unacceptable hygiene and housekeeping standards for a hotel that claims to offer luxury accommodation. To make matters worse, the reception staff were incredibly rude and unhelpful throughout the situation. Rather than showing concern or taking ownership of the issue, we were met with dismissive attitudes and poor customer service. For a resort charging premium prices, the level of professionalism displayed by the front desk team was shocking. The entire experience fell far below what anyone would expect from a 5-star hotel. The fact that Pine Cliffs operates under the Marriott brand is genuinely surprising and raises serious questions about quality control and brand standards. Marriott should conduct a full review of this property, as it is damaging the reputation of a brand that guests associate with high standards of service and cleanliness. I would not recommend Pine Cliffs based on my experience, and I certainly would not return.

Fantastic facilities for children, a stunning beach, and exceptional food! As regular guests, we can truly say that Pine Cliffs never disappoints. The Resort consistently delivers memorable experiences, and we are already looking forward to our next visit!

Superb property, meticulously maintained. We stayed at the top floor 2 bedroom Residences, and it was fantastic: spacious, well appointed, overlooking the verdant golf course will a fully fitted kitchen and utility room and a large wrap around balcony. House keeping and turn down service was excellent. The restaurants were fabulous, the dinner buffet at O Grill with a seafood live station was well worth the effort. Yes they are on the expensive side, but you get the service and food and ambience that you pay for; alternatively, there are many slightly cheaper alternatives outside the property or in the nearby village of Olhos de Agua (5 min by car). Every staff member greeted us with a smile, and were immensely helpful whenever we need one. The property is large, so prepare to walk a lot, or call the hotel buggy or better, rent a car from the Europcar rental services conveniently situated with the resort and drive around. Dont forget to enjoy the glorious sunset at the Mirador champagne or gin bar with breathtaking views of the ruby-red cliffs dotted with pines overlooking the sea, a dramatic landscape where the property gets its moniker from. Will return soon.