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Reviews of Portofino Hotel

( 3-7 of 66 )
“It Was The Best!!”

Portofino Hotel

4 of 5 stars
Trinidad
Jun 15, 2008
1/2 found this review helpful

Well, i checked out travel advisor before leaving for my trip to Margarita, i had my doubts as some of the reviews made me really scared, as was expected, the flight was delayed for a couple hours, but finally we were on our way. The staff at the airport were ok and the staff who got us on our destination buses were great.

We arrived after lunch because of our delayed flight and the hotel staff were aware of this and made it their point to get us checked in and off to get something to eat...that was a plus.

The rooms were great, hot/cold water, ac, water in the refrigerator.

The food is international (some of it, if u dont like to try new things u wont like it) it was great. The staff through our five days made sure we had all we wanted and they were great, personable. There was one girl in a gift shop before the recroom, Ana, she's a doll she was really helpful and she helped us understand and change our money.

The view from the mountain near the hotel was breathtaking.
If you're an adventure seeker, take the tour by Hi-Berg inc its a tour of margarita isle it will be worth your while.

Any1 who says this was no nice place, after my experience i have to disagree..

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Easy access to everything as everything u need is right there, no need really to leave the hotel. Home away from home!!
    • Disliked — There were a few cats about, but its a spanish thing...
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
Ksims's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2008
Traveled with: Large group or tour
Visit was for: Quality time with friends
Age group: 18-24
Member since: June 15, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 3 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Pet owners
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Shopping
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“A wonderful Experience”

Portofino Hotel

Apr 2, 2008
2/3 found this review helpful

Upon landing we were met with a most courteous staff and the rooms were absolutely clean and with a beautiful view of one of the large pools. The food was yummy and again the staff were most courteous. Our only set back was the shopping areas were rather far. However, that was compensated with the relaxing atmosphere by the pool and the fact that it was all- inclusive; the drinks, pizzas and burgers were splendid.
My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed our trip and are looking forward to another. The pools were well kept, clean and beautiful. We both had fogotten all our worries and stresses the five days we were there.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Everything especially the variety of food.
    • Disliked — Distance from shopping areas. Too far.
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
BelleTrinidad's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2007
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Quality time with family
Age group: 25-34
Member since: April 02, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
    • 4 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
absolutely!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Pet owners
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Museums / Cultural / Historical sites, Outdoor / Adventure, Great food / Wine, Shopping, Concerts / Music festival, Other
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“Was Great”

Portofino Hotel

Feb 6, 2008
2/3 found this review helpful

My trip to Margarita was enjoyable. This hotel is not one of the best but its just good enough to have a great stay. The food was very good. It's an all inclusive hotel, so you can eat all you want and enjoy some nice drinks. There were great desserts also. The staff are very friendly. The rooms are simple, but are always clean. The restaurants as well. The entertainment is alright. There are about four pools, volley ball, and disco and theatre. I really couldnt understand the performances too much as they were basically in spanish off course. However it was still fun. If u like to dance, you will have fun. And if I may add, the men are very handsome over there.
Overall it was a nice experience and I look forward to going again.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — The friendly staff and the food
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
rkhanTrinidad's Summary
Date of Stay: February 2008
Traveled with: Large group or tour
Visit was for: Quality time with friends
Age group: 18-24
Member since: February 06, 2008
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
    • 3 of 5 stars Business service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
most likely
I recommend this hotel for:
Older travelers, Families with young children, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Pet owners
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Other
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“Not worth the trip”

Portofino Hotel

2 of 5 stars
Ingleby Barwick
Sep 17, 2007
4/5 found this review helpful

Stayed here Nov 1998 on my first longhaul, Teesside to London, London to Margarita, was a long journey. 1st room was terrible, ground floor and away from the main hotel, boiling hot and air con didn't work, after complaints from my then boyfriend we were moved to a much better room near the top of the main complex with working air con. First Choice rep not good, when discovering I had forgot my travel adapter I though they/the hotel/anywhere nearby would have one I could borrow - no! We had to hire a car and dive 3 hours to the nearest shops. Area was very basic. Weather hot but there was some hurricane activity which we caught the end of. All inclusive food I personally found to be good, drinks not so much as made v.strong so you drink less and only 'home-made' brands. Not worth the price/trip from the uk but not the worst place I have stayed.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Beach
    • Disliked — Resort
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
SuperJo's Summary
Date of Stay: November 2003
Traveled with: Spouse / significant other
Visit was for: Romantic getaway
Age group: 18-24
Member since: May 17, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 2 of 5 stars Value
    • 2 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 2 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 2 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 2 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
probably not
I recommend this hotel for:
Older travelers, Families with young children, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Older travelers, Great pool scene, Pet owners, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun, Great food / Wine
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“Not the best experience”

Portofino Hotel

1 of 5 stars
Orlando, Florida
Sep 13, 2007
2/2 found this review helpful

Rooms were tiny and hard to get to. The first night there was a power outage and the toilet worked whenever it felt like it. Pools were somewhat clean. The beach area was not the best in Margarita. The hotel is incredibly far from the city. The food was HORRIBLE! The staff was friendly for the most part.

  • This TripAdvisor Member:
    • Liked — Bar staff was friendly
    • Disliked — Horrible food, tiny room, toilets that worked whenever they felt like it, horrible location
This review is the subjective opinion of a TripAdvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC.
condortavel's Summary
Date of Stay: July 2003
Traveled with: Friends
Visit was for: Quality time with friends
Age group: 25-34
Member since: September 13, 2007
  • My ratings for this hotel are:
    • 1 of 5 stars Value
    • 1 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 1 of 5 stars Location
    • 2 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 1 of 5 stars Check in / front desk
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
Would I recommend this hotel to my best friend?
no way!
I recommend this hotel for:
Young singles, Older travelers, Families with young children, Families with teenagers, Tourists
I do not recommend this hotel for:
An amazing honeymoon, A romantic getaway, Girlfriend getaway, People with disabilities, Great pool scene, Pet owners
I selected this hotel as a top choice for:
Beach / Sun
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Reviews of Portofino Hotel

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