Stayed for 2 weeks in a studio on the ground floor opening onto pool area. Room basic but OK, kitchen a little outdated regarding oven (very slow to heat), but had microwave, kettle and toaster and sufficient crockery cutlery and cooking utensils to prepare basic meals. Towels changed and room cleaned every second day. Our hosts Jose and Carla are probably the nicest people we have met in a long while, nothing was too much trouble, we only had to ask. A bar area provides a variety of drinks and simple snacks. Supermarket and several minimarkets very close by. Bus stop right outside hotel with very regular services to Albufeira. Car parking in street, places usually free, but a few less at weekends. Within 15 mins walking to Marina for food and excursions. 10 mins walk from the Old town and the beach (cliff lift NOT working). Seems like hundreds of bars and restaurants within 10 to 15 mins walk. If driving, signposts may be present, then again not!, it can be frustrating to get on the right road at times. BEST map is Reis Know-How map of the Algarve about £8, it can be found on line.