Golden Club Cabanas

Our 3rd time here and a fab time had by all. We had a 2 bedroom apartment at the far side of the resort, a bit of a walk if you have mobility issues so just be aware as it's a large resort. Never seen the tide come in so far but it was a full moon so who knows! Pool bar great for lunch time snacks and the best strawberry daiquiri. Spent most evenings wondering out and about and sampling the different restaurants in Cabanas. It's not a lively area so if you are after nightlife it's not the place for you but if you want a nice chilled vibe with great restaurants and friendly people 100% give it a go .

We are currently staying here. Family of 5 in a 2 bedroom apartment. The apartment itself is sub standard. Grubby looking and in dire need of renovation. It's like they knew we have kids so threw us into an apartment they think won't be cared for! Water damaged kitchen doors, grubby walls. One wardrobe in the main bedroom, so not enough storage for 5 of us. Curtain situation is the worst I've ever seen. We had to hang a blanket on the window. 🙈 The resort is spotless and the kids club is great. We tried to upgrade to all inclusive but they wanted to charge us way over and above what we would have paid had we booked all inclusive at the booking stage! They say they cater for gluten free but so far all we have seen are gf rolls that are frozen and you have to defrost and toast. I'd come back again if we were guaranteed a nicer apartment

Currently here on holiday, having read previous reviews bit worried, but the pools are great, food is fine no issues good variety, had the best massage at the health club today and have booked for another one. Rooms are bit dated but comfortable enough. It is an old Portuguese town so if you want night life not for you, but if looking for relaxing stay can’t go wrong.

We loved Golden Club Cabanas. The rooms were very clean and comfortable, our room overlooked the lagoon so the view was beautiful especially sunset and sunrise with the pink skies. The room had everything we needed maybe could do with a teaspoon and knife but not an issue. There was lots of choice of food at every meal time and food was very tasty. The drinks in the restaurant and bar were great and served actual Coke, Sprite and Fanta, the cocktails were great not too sweet and not made with just syrup like other AI resorts. Staff were helpful and friendly. My son is 12 so was slightly too old for the kids club and animation team but if you have younger children it's ideal. The surrounding area is stunning. The private boat to the beach is always back and to so you never have to wait more than a few minutes, the beach is amazing, we could have stayed forever. I can not fault this resort, I read some bad reviews, it is like they are talking about a different place. We stayed 4 nights, wish it was longer. I would definitely recommend and would definitely return.

Leaving this lovely hotel and resort today after another 2 weeks of complete relaxation and great weather. We wish we were staying longer and have already decided to make it 3 weeks next September! The reception staff are extremely helpful and we must give a big shout out to David, who went above and beyond to help us with a problem we had with Ryanair. He was brilliant! There are two large pools, one ideal for families and young children and the other one is quieter for those of us who have had our children and prefer just to relax. The grounds are beautiful and kept very clean. We cannot comment on the food as we prefer to eat out every night. There are numerous cafes and restaurants just a 5 - 10 min level walk to the village of Cabanas which is lovely. We particularly loved the steaks in Assurae (not sure of spelling), breakfast at Murphy’s Bar and Nuno does the best beer!! We stayed in Studio Sunrise apartment which was clean and adequate for our purposes. See you next September Cabanas hotel!!

This resort is amazing! Firstly the staff who checked us in were so friendly. We got to our accommodation and it was fantastic. We had a double room, a kind of side room with two singles and a sofa bed in the living room. We also had a very well equipped kitchen and a lovely balcony. The pools are brilliant. Securing sun beds was fine before 11am. My children went for two sessions at kids club and loved it. We were AI and I don’t think my children have enjoyed and eaten so much fish before. The AI bar rarely had a queue and the entertainment was really good. Only down side is that there isn’t a ‘shop’ on site. Things like inflatables, nail clippers, and general things. I would most definitely go back and I would highly recommend. Sure there lots I haven’t praised. Loved this resort and the area

Golden Club is very tired and needs a refresh in most areas. Our apartment was so basic it was more on the hostel side. We had an iron but no ironing board (20 euros to hire), the decor must date back to 2000 and there were cracks, squeaky and stiff doors, stains on furniture, one hob didn't work, and two beds were 30cm from the front door. Furniture is old, and patio furniture cheap. Not enough hangers, no extra useful stuff and broom on the patio already dirty. The resort itself gets two seats for location as it is very close to the boardwalk and has its own boat to the beach. There is a gym, health club, kids club and two pools.very crowded and small for the amount of people that could potentially be here. Basketball court and beach volleyball courts look good. I would class this as a 3 star resort based in facilties but the accommodation is truly awful. We spent time in Barcelona, Madrid and Seville before arriving here and had some fantastic apartments with full concierge, central and 100% modern for a lot less than this. Very expensive for little more than a hostel.