Barlavento, Portugal hotel rooms at the Highgate Independent

"Amazing location, just up from the beach/views and walking trail. Not far from downtown. Full kitchen, and living area!"

"Absolutely beautiful place to stay! We were only there one night but the staff were very friendly and the decor was beautiful. Our room was a tad small but amazing for the price we paid and very clean. We enjoyed sitting on our balcony and used the free sauna, turkish bath, and pool in the morning. The free breakfast was delicious and hit the spot! Would definitely stay here again."

"The breakfast had lots of choices. Staff helpful and attentive. Alessandros( pool bar) was nice but food limited if you were trying to order around 6pm because some food was prepped in kitchen who were busy with the Restaurant customers.Restaurant had very good food and good service. Hotel in good location to get to boardwalk and also walk into old town and the Marina for boat tours etc"

"The buffet was plentiful, with good gluten free options. The pool side service was great, and the bartenders were all smiles "

"Beautiful hotel. We had a balcony facing the ocean. Perfect to watch the sun set. If you can, book a corner room. Pool is NIT heated and they do not use a blanket warmer to keep it warm. Breakfast buffet is outstanding with a variety of meats, cheese, cereal and pastries and coffee/tea/juuce. Staff were outstanding in our opinion! Cons: our shower was plugged and we had requested someone assist us to no avail. The floor in our room had laminate that LOOKED like marble. The corners were lifting due to cleaning with water. These were VERY SHARP. If we didn’t have slippers on we surely would have cut our feet. Hotel gates close at 8:00 pm and you will require your key card to get in. Overall a great location and stay "

"We are loved here features more "

"Staff was attentive when needed. Very calm and relaxing. If your are looking for a slower pace, relaxation and good food, this is a nice place. Food is fairly expensive compared to the local town a 10 minute walk. A variety of restaurants are available and multiple tourist shops. Parking is horrible, so use service from the airport and the hotel has rental cars if needed, also a Tuk Tuk that transports to Carvoeiro if choosing not to walk the 10 minutes. Great stay. "

"Everything about this hotel was wonderful "

"Beach view was outstanding! Staff were friendly. I felt that the hotel was very well run by management because everything was perfect. "