Average hotel. Some of the balconies were to close to a main road. You woke up 7 o clock in the morning by passing traffic. I talked to the staff in the reception about this and one of them were very rude when I said I wanted to change apartment. The other younger man who works afternoons were really helpful... more

We had been looking forward to our return stay at the Ipanema and we were not disappointed. We arrived at 2310 and were welcomed by an extremely pleasant and accommodating receptionist. I have a slight mobility problem and, having realised this, we were offered the choice of 3 vacant apartments. We chose 200B one floor up from the pool area... more

Booked this through Budget Travel and was not disappointed. The views of the marina were fantasic, well worth the 169 steps. The complex was nicely laid out - makes a change from tower block hotel complexes. Also it was nice and quiet at night. Apartment was cleaned almost every day, and towels and linen changed at least every second day.... more

The apartments were basic, but clean, no aircon though, and the rooms get pretty hot at night. The pool area was average, small bar. Didnt eat at the hotel so cant rate the food. Cleaners did a decent job every day, and the staff were mostly friendly and helpful. The 160 or so steps up to the hotel are a... more

we stayed at this property in sep 06, and we really enjoyed the experience. The views were spectacular, the rooms were clean , and they were cleaned 7/8 days we stayed, towels changed 7/8 days.The complex is really relaxing, you are only a short taxi ride away from the nightlife, which only costs 3 euros.food was good, music was good.The... more

We arrived not knowing what to expect, having seen some very mixed reviews of these apartments. My impression of the apartments from the begining to the end of the holiday was fantastic. My boyfiend and I (27 & 25) really enjoyed our stay. The aparment comprised of two levels, downstairs : tv, phone, table and chairs, sofa bed(comfy!) and good... more

Please do not be fooled by Budget Travel into believing this to be " family friendly " accomodation, really disappointed with kiddies club. Honestly my 7 year old was allowed home from crazy golf 1.5 hours before the club was over, with another 7 year old , up 60 odd steps unsupervised ! ! The animator was terrible, and did... more

the holiday overall was a great relaxful and emjoyable holiday.... the catering was great and the views are spectacular....... the mini bar is open 247 and the food is great but the entertsinment can sometimes be a bit dull for the younger ones as they might no no hu cher was!!!!!!!!! if your thinking of booking do so it is... more