Caloura Holidays

No early check-in. Upgrade to vast Suite not really needed for our one-day stay. Intense green flashing light in bedroom for all of night.We were too tired to call reception. Outside pool cold.Jacuzzi next to inside pool tepid but nice. Non-working sauna. Staff tries very hard to please. Hotel is convenient to airport and waterfront, and has covered parking.

Great staff and location. Walking distance to lots of shopping and dining. Loved it here

The Octant is a nice hotel, the rooms are lovely. The balcony of the room is very comfortable with a view of the marina. The rooftop bar is a big plus! There is a pool and bar service. The valet is very fast to get your car when called, and they have a pillow menu which is fantastic! Turn-down service at night brings a cookie for each guest. The breakfast buffet is great with a wide variety and an omelet station. The negatives: the air-conditioning took about 24-hours to cool the room, the bathroom area looks beautiful, and seems at first to be a great idea, but it isn't quite as functional as it could be. I know this sounds vague, but you would have to experience it to fully understand. We stayed at a nearby hotel that we preferred (except that there isn't a rooftop there). We just didn't think the value was there.

The hotel was quiet and friendly.The view from the balcony was lovely.We really enjoyed our time at this hotel.

All staff was incredible and greeted me in Portuguese while other hotels greet you in English. I go for the culture not to feel like I never left my country, so keep it up folks. A shout out to Fabiana, Ruben #1 and Ruben #2, Andre, Paulo, Pedro and Alexander. Its the people that make us feel at home and this team made our stay incredible. Verde Mar is my #1 location moving forward and I have been to the island 14 times. Great location and walkable city. Restaurant offers amazing food and wine selection. Breakfast buffet is on point. Pool with food service is great as well. The fact one can walk down a path to a big beach is a bonus. Rooms are spacious and well stocked. I actually have no complaints and simply loved this spot.