The 4-star smoke-free Ap Oriental Beach - Adults Friendly Portimao hotel is located within 25 minutes' walk of Praia da Rocha and comprises 78 rooms with modern comforts. This beachfront hotel, which includes an à la carte restaurant and overlooks Rocha Beach, is also 2.1 km from entertainment venues such as the performing arts theater "TEMPO - Teatro Municipal de Portimao".
The hotel has a prime location only 7 minutes' walk from the public beach "Marina Portimao", and about a 15-minute ride from Alvor Boardwalk. Nestled amidst a bar and a marina, the luxurious Ap Oriental lies only a few steps from the Rocha Surf Shop. A mountain are near the property, and the Viewpoint of the Three Castles is merely 1.1 km away. This Portimao hotel stands approximately 25 minutes on foot from the Portimão Jesuit College, popular with pilgrims and tourists alike. A boat dock is also located near the Ap Oriental Portimao.
Some of the soundproofed rooms have an adjoining terrace and a living room, and such facilities as complimentary Wi-Fi, along with coffee and tea making equipment. Central heating, an iron and ironing board are featured for guests' comfort. Offering a roll-in shower and a sink, the bathrooms are fitted with bathrobes. Enjoy views of the sea, while staying at the Ap Oriental.
Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the accommodation offers a buffet breakfast every day. Syrah restaurant serves international cuisine for breakfast. The lounge bar invites you to relax with a range of refreshing beverages. There is also a restaurant with different Italian dishes in the area.
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Internet access
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Parking
Shuttle service
Paid airport shuttle
Sports & entertainments
Fitness centre
Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Hiking
Cycling
Golf course
Services
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Security
Luggage storage
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink
Eating places
Restaurant
Snack bar
Bar/ Lounge area
Dinner
Special diet menus
Kitchen features
Electric kettle
Business facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Children facilities
Adults only
Leisure facilities
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Beach umbrellas
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Back massage
Head massage
Full body massage
Foot massage
Pool with view
Facilities for disabled guests
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
Toilet for disabled
Bathroom for disabled
Room features
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom features
Free toiletries
Sink
Devices
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Decor
Parquet floor
General facilities
No smoking on site
Lift
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Pets
No pets allowed
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Portimão Marina
500 m
Father Vicente Beach
4963 km
Stadium of Portimão
1.5 km
Praia Grande Beach
1.2 km
Pesqueiro, Cama da Vaca
4549 km
Arade Congress Centre
2.1 km
Continente Shopping Center
2.1 km
Airports
Portimao Airfield
10 km
Train stations
Portimão Train Station
3.1 km
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Some of the soundproofed rooms have an adjoining terrace and a living room, and such facilities as complimentary Wi-Fi, along with coffee and tea making equipment. Central heating, an iron and ironing board are featured for guests' comfort. Offering a roll-in shower and a sink, the bathrooms are fitted with bathrobes. Enjoy views of the sea, while staying at the Ap Oriental.
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Christopher
2024-05-29
7/10
Marvellous location - close to a palace and a fortress. Close to bars and restaurants. Units in the single hard beds on offer. Well presented food in the bar for breakfast with the food being replenished very quickly.
Martin
2024-05-16
7/10
The food was outstanding and the location was incredible. The bus stop was 400 metres away.
Ben
2024-04-24
8/10
Twin room with a huge sea-facing balcony. Wonderful and good hot breakfast with delicious options, stunning location.
Albert
2024-04-14
5/10
It was in an unbeatable location a walking distance from a sculpture gallery. The room was beautifully decorated and had an oriental decor. I was here for 7 days and definitely want to stay in that area again.
Didn't like the staff, some of them were quite busy.
Ian
2024-04-09
7/10
Everything was very convenient, very good staff, brilliant views of the beach. Its location was great, right to the beach. For short-orders there was Harry Ramsden's, we found it close by. Portuguese cuisine was served in the lounge restaurant. Greatly enjoyed our fantastic stay even in the Winter.
Jock
2024-04-08
6/10
Stayed in extremely pleasant room with shower, all the music, an enormous balcony, even though the hotel was relatively small overall. It had magnificent location an easy walk to an art museum.
Very tatty bathroom, and the breakfast was cold.
Scott
2024-04-04
7/10
Our twin room was high standard, with a comfortable bed. The continental breakfast was offered with freshly squeezed orange juice, great views plus warm dishes.
Michelle
2024-03-29
9/10
Patient staff at the reception desk, the room was nicely decorated. We had a very good bedroom. The breakfast was fresh and varied and the Irish bar was a plus.
David
2024-01-27
7/10
This hotel met what was needed in every way, recommend. This was a nicely decorated property with a very clean pool. I loved lounge restaurant. The service was very efficient with an easy check-in.
David
2024-01-17
8/10
The location turned out to be excellent and stunning, short walk to sun lounging areas, the center of the town and large sandy beach with boardwalk. Went to Restaurante Senhora da Rocha for drink or two, set relatively near the hotel.
Mike
2024-01-06
7/10
Good-sized, soundproof unit with a great view, and exceptional staff. Magnificent very central location and fresh breakfast. Close to bars and restaurants and close to a palace and a fortress.
Paul
2024-01-03
8/10
Elegant twin room with plenty of dressing table space with internal fridge a settee, views across the harbour mouth, for instance.
Martin
2023-12-31
7/10
The units are high-class, lovely modern with very handy fridge.
Paddy
2023-11-29
6/10
The service was very efficient and the pool was very clean. It was high standard, a nice size and where the fridge did n't work. The location was exceptionally nice: a shopping centre and a local market were within walking distance.
Unfortunately Wi-Fi signal was not good.
Michael
2023-11-23
8/10
Picturesque place with exceptional staff on check-out. Amazing location, fresh breakfast with great views.
Jamie
2023-11-21
8/10
It was based in very good building in a stunning location, on the boardwalk.
William
2023-11-17
7/10
Updated and high standard units with to Lagos to the West large TV, terrace, for instance.
Richard
2023-09-28
8/10
Hotel's breakfast is freshly cooked and varied with good coffee and omelettes and fresh fruit.
John
2023-09-16
7/10
Very impressed with king room with a private terrace.
Jake
2023-09-16
7/10
The units are updated, a nice size with double balconies.
Frank
2023-09-03
8/10
The hotel has magnificent location and extremely helpful staff at the reception desk. Think I wouldn't hesitate to stay there again.
Jim
2023-08-18
7/10
Food was delightful and I have nothing but real good memories from this trip. The place was fairly clean and had an individual atmosphere. The breakfast was fresh made, especially fruit, slices of fresh bread, cereal, and pastries.
John
2023-08-03
9/10
Location right by a lively shopping strip with plenty of shops-bars-restaurants, the cliffs and the poolside bar/cafe. Tastefully decorated units and patient staff at the reception desk.
Hugo
2023-08-01
8/10
Very good facilities in general, unbeatable and incredible location in Restaurant due to sensory overload. Amazing assortment of fruit, bread, cereal, and pastries for breakfast.
Gary
2023-07-06
7/10
It was in an incredible location really close to the promenade with lots of restaurants. I was here for 1 night and ate at lounge restaurant for breakfast. The view was absolutely breathtaking, the service was very efficient.
James
2023-07-01
7/10
Big and luxurious units with nice terrace and a quiet atmosphere plus seaview, very good employees. Marvellous and fab location, a minute walk from Oceans Club.
Charles
2023-06-30
7/10
Fresh made and free breakfast with around 10-15 different beautiful deserts was a nice touch. The hotel had a magnificent location next door to Tren turistico portimao. I ate in the lounge restaurant nearby.
Terry
2023-06-27
8/10
High standard queen room with a spectacular view.
Frederick
2023-06-20
7/10
Thanks to all knowledgeable and hospitable staff. Efficient service and the food is outstanding.
Chris
2023-06-18
9/10
Perfect location in the harbour and very relaxing area. Freshly prepared breakfast with variety of meals. Staff patient, on check-out.
Norman
2023-06-07
7/10
Great-sized room and bathroom with a walk-in shower. Cool drinks and fruit, slices of fresh bread, cereal and pastries. Absolutely perfect and particularly good location in the Casino next door in a nice grassy area.
Colin
2023-05-30
7/10
Good modern units with balcony and nice terrace plus previous bathroom, and the staff were excellent. Lovely and stunning location close to many restaurants and shops and the stunning, huge beach, I felt safe.
Paul
2023-05-30
9/10
It is in a perfect location with spectacular views.
Malcolm
2023-05-26
8/10
All in all unbeatable location, really close to a fantastic Italian restaurant, the cafe and Faro airport. Nearby Restaurante Bar Atlantico - great place to chill out.
Keith
2023-04-08
7/10
Easy check-in, late check-out.
Toby
2023-03-15
9/10
The rooms were all nicely furnished and top-class with great view. The breakfast was freshly cooked and free with different varieties and the pool was very clean. The location was excellent - a short way from everywhere we wanted to go. The service was very efficient, including an easy check-in.
Greg
2023-03-07
7/10
The king room we stayed in was fabulous and elegant. Our breakfast was delicious with great views.
E.
2023-03-06
7/10
The location is best possible and awesome, 1 km from Sol. Make sure to get twin room with balcony, kitchenette, for instance.
Ted
2023-02-02
9/10
Our guest room was nicely furnished and top-class with large beds.
Lucy
2023-01-29
5/10
Well-kept and nicely furnished unit with an oriental decor. Excellent location in Praia da Rocha district not far from the next beaches, the local market and pleasant and quiet gardens.
Wi-Fi signal was not good.
Alfred
2023-01-29
7/10
It is in particularly good and beautiful location to a regional heritage museum, set a couple of blocks away from the hotel.
Alex
2022-12-16
8/10
There were comfy beds and a private safe, a mini bar and central heating in the queen room. I loved the breakfast, it was rich with great views. The most important was the staff - affable and respectful people.
Charles
2022-12-02
8/10
Astonishing place, it was clean and had attentive staff from the gardener up to the manager. Sea view here was exceptional. The location was unbeatable and best possible, within walking distance of Beach Tres Castelos.
Helen
2022-11-30
8/10
It is a special and peaceful property located in Praia da Rocha district right by the restaurant. The service is exceptional, includes free parking. Great to have wake up service and ironing free of charge. The location is amazing and peaceful due to the garden area also.
Roy
2022-11-12
9/10
Its location was marvellous, just 5 minutes walk from Playa de la Roca. Plus it was in a nice area. The view was amazing of Praia de Rocha beach.
Albert
2022-10-13
9/10
Everything was perfect as expected. We had spotless and airy room with exceptionally comfortable pillows and bed. We enjoyed the view on sea. It was in a beachfront location, in quieter area of Praia da Rocha. Praia da Rocha district was worth exploring. The excellent service and the attention to detail! Got wake up calls free of charge, not bad too.
Charles
2022-10-05
8/10
All the employees were thoughtful and hospitable.
Arthur
2022-10-01
8/10
The property was clean with efficient and accommodating staff. I loved airy rooms with amazing views and large walk in shower plus previous bathroom. The breakfast offered lots of incredible meals.
Edmund
2022-09-30
8/10
The place was attractive and restaurant was pleasant. My room was neat and updated with nice decor. Exceptional and thoughtful staff, answered all questions. The location was awesome, a short walk from Rocha Surf Shop.
Some of the staff were quite busy.
Stephen
2022-09-20
9/10
It was clean, staff was attentive and hospitable. The location was stunning, at a medium distance from a scenic beach.
Mick
2022-09-10
9/10
Stayed in wheelchair accessible room with views for miles and the garden plus a beautiful view, it worked well for me.
Thomas
2022-09-04
9/10
The pool was lovely, free breakfasts with cakes and omelettes and fresh fruit. The stunning location was minutes from Rocha Surf Shop.
Matthew
2022-08-20
8/10
The hotel provided reasonable prices. The place was peaceful, with its amicable staff from the gardener up to the manager. The food was amazing and there were variety of dishes in the menu. The location was amazing and best possible, a 10-15 minute walking distance from Sol.
Stephen
2022-08-04
9/10
Its rooms are updated for a very lovely stay even in the Winter. It has amazing location right by Oceans Club.
Pat
2022-07-11
9/10
The property was spotlessly clean, featured nice design, I liked it. Hard-working staff, plentiful breakfast, had a pleasant stay overall at the Oriental hotel.
Chantal
2022-04-24
9/10
It was a wonderful stay in this well-run hotel, would recomand this place. Everything was excellent and clean, I enjoyed location and staff.
Robin
2022-03-18
7/10
Located in the nice enough zone, it was a great place for celebrating anniversary. The restaurant was nice at breakfast & dinner, we ordered amazing dishes. It had beachfront location close to Rocha Surf Shop.
Nicole
2022-03-13
8/10
Perfect breakfast, fairly clean place, amazing views. The bed was exceptionally comfortable, I slept like a baby. Could use their free parking. Plus, a medieval fort was located in the immediate surroundings.
Walter
2022-02-23
9/10
This property was overall clean and fairly decent. Beautiful and luxurious units with a huge sea-facing balcony. Their service was excellent too. My stay was very enjoyable here.
John
2022-01-12
9/10
Everything is good, I loved my time here. Updated & elegant unit with fab view, large terrace, a huge balcony.
Paul
2021-12-21
9/10
The experience was perfectly pleasant, would definitely return. I enjoyed it, including staff and location.
Carl
2021-12-02
9/10
Accommodation was huge and charming little, beds were good. Room was well heated with pleasant view. The hotel was placed in the very central location.
Carole
2021-11-30
8/10
Overall lovely staff and location. Outstanding view of canal. Also, this extremely beautiful hotel was near playa de la roca. Fabulous restaurant served Thai specialities.
Edward
2021-10-10
8/10
Extremely helpful staff, spacious bed and top location. We've spent here 3 nights and our twin room was heated. The staff did all they can for an excellent stay. There was absolutely superb breakfast with crispy bacon and cakes.
Frederick
2021-09-20
8/10
Staff were respectful and we loved our being there. Its location was pleasant at the end of the promenade in a quiet position. .
Alain
2021-08-10
7/10
Thoroughly enjoyable stay, we were there for 4 days. You could walk to the shops and a market. The queen suite was extremely pleasant, had air conditioning, hairdryer and cable television.
Randy
2021-06-29
8/10
Bright room with lovely bed, amazing breakfast with plenty of appetising food. Very amiable crew, amazing service. Awesome location, a short walk to a medieval fort. The beach nearby was good and the view was scenic! Snack bar was excellent and well priced.
Grace
2021-06-23
9/10
Overall a really great stay - good value, considering prices in other hotels. The rooms were fairly quiet, the breakfast was marvellous, the staff was always available. There were air conditioning, microwave and Nespresso coffee in the room, appreciated that. The hotel restaurant was delightful. Green gardens on the territory.
Brian
2021-04-19
9/10
Everything was neat and so perfect. I enjoyed an Arabic decor and contemporary furniture. There was lots of OUTSTANDING options for continental breakfast.
James
2021-02-04
9/10
The room was exceptionally clean, bed was really comfy, breakfast was very fresh. Cheerfull staff, I asked the bfast staff for help, and they settled my problems.
Bill
2020-11-28
7/10
Comfortable base for exploring Portimao. The location and views were wonderful, we enjoyed this great hotel. Lots of delightful food. Balcony was a nice surprise. Plus, Wi Fi was available - very useful.
David
2020-09-26
9/10
This is a hotel go-to for Portimao! Superb breakfast, staff is excellent. We liked our queen room, it was very clean and modern.
Sidney
2020-03-25
8/10
View from the room was fabulous! We had a nice balcony. The hotel is situated a short walk to every place we like, for example praia da rocha beach.
Elizabeth
2020-01-15
9/10
there is also marina de portimao in front of this hotel. o bonezinho, set within 5 minutes' walk, was the best for dining.
