Kimkim Trip Reviews for Portugal

Biggest hotel of our trip. Beautiful and modern. Our room was delightful with a wonderful view. Indoor and outdoor pools very nice.

Best overall experience from our trip. Food and people were great. Enjoyed the outdoor pool.

Small but comfortable. People just were not very enthusiastic but they were helpful

Very pleasant experience Spa and pool were great

Very nice but we were so jet lagged it hard to be more specific.

It was supposed to be a private tour but we found out the day before that it was going to be a group tour and we were not offered an alternative.

The tour was supposed to be 3 hours and it was shorter by 1 hour. The guide told us that we didn’t spend enough time at the store and the tower of the castle was closed so it made the tour shorter. She should have adjusted her plan and improvise to add another element to the tour since she is a tour guide knowledgeable in the area. The cork tour itself is not enough for a tour you should add a winery tour to make it worth it.

Our guide was excellent and we enjoyed the steep hike up. He took us to a nice coffee shop and we enjoyed his company.

We didn’t have the cooking class but the local food tour. It was fine but the tour guide was more interested in talking about himself and his drinking adventures than educating us on the local food and drinks. Not impressed I heard from other tourists that they had a great time so I would say that the activity can be great if you have a good guide.

We were expecting to hike for at least 2-3 hours but the hiking was quite shorter than expected and others in the group were also surprised. The drive to get to the park was almost 2 hours each way and the van was extremely uncomfortable with too many people which means that we have to change seats along the way so people would take turn sitting at the back of the car. This is not acceptable for a 4 hour ride on the highway.

The tour was supposed to be 3 hours but it only lasted 2 hours so we didn’t get the full value. I think the description needs to clearly reflect that duration of the activity to avoid disappointment

Wonderful breakfast. Attentive staff. Convenient location.

Our tour guides were so sweet and kind and informative.

Nice big room and comfortable. Close to Hassan II Mosque. Felt generic though.

Very nice, great location in Rabat by the Medina and the beach. Would recommend.

Lovely riad just inside one of the Medina gates. So exotic and gorgeous after winding through a narrow street and entrance. Live musician and belly dancer at dinner. Great rooftop bar and seating. What you dream of a fancy Moroccan hotel being.

Great location, great staff, pretty view but loud at night from the party in the street outside and needed to walk a little to meet Uber and guides.

This was our favorite hotel of the 6 we stayed in on this trip. They were all beautiful and comfortable but this one was just great in all ways.

A short great historical walk to St. James and for a zillion options for food. Give the historical hotel, we figured out how to use the elevators after a day of being the maze!

We were right there for near waterfront views and fun.

Rooms were great and the location with walks in either direction were a delight.

Transport contractors dropped the ball 3 times and we alternatively took taxis that kimkim reimbursed us for. May had been better just to use taxis in the first place.

Hard to beat the proximity the airport - very walkable to terminal 1 - though a free shuttle to the airport is provided.

Great location in terms access to the beach. A bit of a walk (not quite 2k) into town, but the walk is beautiful along the beach walkway. A large facility built to accommodate large touring groups and the summer throngs of visitors to the Algarve. The hotel lacks the cozy feel that boutique hotels have - but the pool and beach access are hard to beat. Food was so-so - especially the buffet-style dining built to for the masses. The smaller two non-buffet restaurants were better both for food and ambience.

Located in the university area - very walkable to many of the sites of Porto. Highly recommend for this alone, but all other aspects of this hotel were excellent.

Great location in all respects - sites, restaurants, guides and other supporting providers. Many are easily walked to while others are just a short ride. Staff was very friendly and helpful - well-versed in English! (Thank you!)

We ended up not doing this excursion, but Jaoa did give us an abbreviated driving tour of Lisbon! Thank you Jaoa!

A short excursion that is well worth the trip. The cliffs and caves were gorgeous from a distance and from within!

A must-do for anyone visiting Portugal. Beautiful valley, great port wine and meet/visit wonderful places and people along the way.

Eat very lightly for this food tour - plenty of food and beverage along the way. Be prepared to walk a bit, but not excessive as a fair portion of the tour is at one market.

The #1 best thing about this trip was our guide. Thoughtful, informative, flexible to our needs, fluent in English and friendly.

Headline: ❌ Spacious Room, But Service, Safety & Amenities Fell Short The room was spacious and clean, but that was the only real highlight compared to the other hotels we stayed at. The front desk staff was average at best—maybe he was just tired—but it didn’t leave a warm first impression. The bed was two doubles pushed together instead of a true king, and the tub was very high with no safety mat, making it easy to slip and fall. ⚠️ The power went out during our stay, leaving our phones dead and almost causing us to miss our flight. Breakfast was another disappointment, with only a basic continental spread and no variety. Overall, the room size stood out, but the service, safety concerns, and amenities made the stay underwhelming.

Headline: 🌿 Relaxing Stay with the Best Breakfast in Porto! We really enjoyed our stay at The Editory Garden Porto Hotel! The staff was super friendly and knowledgeable, and the breakfast was the best—omelets every day made it perfect. Rooms were clean, modern, and comfortable with a peaceful garden vibe. Just a heads up: the tubs are pretty high, so getting in and out can be a little tricky. Overall, a great stay and we’d definitely come back! 🌟

This trip, unfortunately, didn’t stand a chance from the beginning. The instructions said the guide would arrive with a flag, but that never happened, and although we were among the first at the meeting spot, we almost missed the tour when he suddenly called everyone to go. Because of that mix-up, we boarded last and were forced to sit in the back row that felt like it was made for kids. My husband is over 6’3” and 200 lbs, yet no effort was made to rearrange seating, leaving four full-grown adults crammed in the back like sardines. You had to walk sideways just to get down the aisle, and the bumpy roads with sharp turns made it unbearable. The guide later admitted the tour was overbooked, which explained the crowding, but still, nothing was done to adjust or accommodate. What was advertised as “moderate walking” and a “small group” turned into a speed hike with 18 people, leaving elders struggling and everyone else rushed and exhausted. Although the guide tried to salvage the day at the end, by then it was far too late. What should have been a scenic and enriching experience ended up overcrowded, uncomfortable, and disappointing.

Our guide Joao was incredible — warm, knowledgeable, and made Évora come alive. The cork factory visit was fascinating (we never realized how many products use cork!), and his uplifting take on the Chapel of Bones turned it into a meaningful story rather than a somber one. The pace was perfect, the history rich, and Joao’s personal touches made this our #1 tour in Portugal. Highly recommend!

Buckle up, because a tuk tuk ride in Lisbon is WILD! 🚖🇵🇹 Our driver was amazing – friendly, funny, and full of cool stories – but let me tell you, I would never drive those streets myself. Between the crazy hills, tight alleyways, and sharp turns, I’m convinced they need a special license just to survive out there 😂. It was part thrill ride, part history tour, and part VIP access to the best viewpoints in the city. We got to see spots we never would’ve found on our own, and the local tips were spot on. If you want adventure, laughs, and memories you’ll be talking about long after the ride, a Lisbon tuk tuk is the way to go. 10/10 recommend! Nani was the best guide!!! Hands down

Amazing tour! 🍷⛴️ Thelma was so knowledgeable and made the whole day unforgettable. She noticed when someone was uncomfortable and quickly fixed it, which made a big difference. At lunch she even showed us how to handle the fish (bones and all!) so everyone could enjoy the meal. Between the wine, olive oil tastings, and river cruise, this was a perfect Douro Valley experience!

Amazing

The Évora Olive Hotel was a fantastic experience. Although it's officially a four-star hotel, it felt just as magnificent as the others and was beautiful and comfortable. The only minor issue was the lack of tissues in the room, but the front desk provided them when asked. The staff was wonderful, and overall, it was a delightful stay despite that very trivial concern.

The Fado dinner experience was a mix of impressive Fado singing and a somewhat routine meal. The performance was wonderful and engaging, but the meal seemed a bit rushed. Overall, it's clear that the focus is on the singing rather than the food.

Our Lisbon wine tasting was enjoyable, but with similar activities on consecutive days in other locations, it felt a bit redundant. It was good, but considering the subsequent experiences in other locations, it wasn't necessary.

The private Douro River escape was truly special. The guides were fantastic, making the tour both informative and enjoyable. One guide was generous with his time, extending our tour significantly beyond what was planned, which added to the personal touch of this unforgettable experience.

The guided winery tour with tastings and a delicious lunch in Douro was a highlight of our trip! The meal we had was one of the best we experienced in Portugal. The staff was incredibly friendly and informative, and the overall experience was both elegant and memorable.

This is an odd collection of buildings scattered about. We had to change from the first room because it was so small and it didn't even have a door on the bathroom. The manager was kind enough to put us in a larger room with a bathroom that had a door and it was at a pool which was nice BUT the view was of an dilapidated building and there was a lot of construction at the road. Not relaxing nor beautiful....

Lovely view room

We left this hotel ....the room was like a youth hostel ...very small and cramped. Front desk staff was pleasant and apologized they didn't have a better room for us. My husband is very tall and he couldn't even fit in the shower.

Front desk staff helpful, breakfast good, room quiet and clean

Boat ride was fun ....getting to the dock was a bit tricky because Google map link sent us to a different vendor. We missed our timed slot because the bridge opening wouldn't allow us to pass, but the vendor that was coordinated for us was very accommodating and took us a long with one other couple out 20 minutes later.

This was a nice walk along the coast with some highlights described.

Vasco was a charming young man with a huge passion for wine and his home countryside of D'ouro Valley.

Guise Alex was not only well informed about the craft of making port wine he was thoroughly entertaining. He was very invested in making sure everyone had a good time and had a chance to mingle.

The visit to the market was interesting but a bit rushed, but there was time to go back later. The class was a bit disjointed. She had every body doing different tasks which was fine but the equipment was poor and not serviceable for skinning and deboning fish. The instructor offered no assistance. The ultimate meal was fine but I only was able to pay attention to the fish which took the longest and then we were not given the recipes for the dishes. Also our names were not on the reservation so there was confusion as to if we were going to be part of the class.

Rodrigo was a very well informed guide. He made sure we were comfortable and gave us a lot of interesting conversation. We had lunch at a great restaurant and overall enjoyed our time with Rodrigo.

Beautiful sunset cruise....staff was very hospitable.

The private tour of the Monestary was very good ..The tower was a waste of time since it's covered in scaffolding.

Guide Luis was excellent and very informative. Grateful he had access to private path in because the lines were very long. I wish we had more than a half day because with the crowds there was no time to see the town other than a 10 minute peak.

A very nice hotel located just outside the town of Tavira. They have a shuttle to town but if you have a car it is a 5 minute drive. Rooms and breakfast were excellent.

Beautiful old world charm hotel! Room was amazing and I felt like I stepped back in time but with all the modern comforts.

Hotel was nice. Lobby was comfortable and breakfast was plentiful. The room, however, while very comfortable and well appointed was very tight and there was no room to open large suitcases. Also lacking was USB ports and bedside outlets.

The experience as a whole was incredibly enjoyable and unique. The singing and instruments where amazing. Two minor comments: Food was served cold and due to not understanding Portuguese we had no idea what the songs were about. A small description would have been appreciated.

The cruise was on a sailboat and the trip was smooth and informative. Beautiful views of Lisbon. The description from Kimkim stated snacks included and there were none. Also, when we returned to dock the office was closed and it was very difficult to find a cab back to hotel.

Tour got off to bumpy start because there was a marathon our guide was unaware of that had closed many streets. A lot of time wasted working around closed roads. Guide was helpful in getting us up to castle via lifts instead of walking.

The caption and first mate were great, very friendly and knowledgeable.

Great pool and view

Nice pools and great healthy breakfast

Nice location

Spectacular view Food was good Staff very efficient and accommodating

Great private tour Knowledgeable captain Beautiful views Relaxing 😎

Chef wasn’t engaging Unorganized and late starting

Great guide and fun day exploring the culture Make sure to be hungry

Food was ok Service slow

Magical experience

Overlooking the Atlantic Sea, Estoril Vintage Hotel is a place where every guest is treated royally! Every detail for the guests comfort is tended to thoughtfully.

A former summer “palace” this small boutique hotel, located in Sintra, had amazing views. Its fusion of old with modern decor was thoughtfully curated. Very quaint and quiet away from the bustle of the tourism centre.

This UNESCO Heritage site is situated on the campus of the Unibwdaory of Coimbra. Centrally located swhixh made walking around to sites very easy.

This hotel on the vineyard is very new at 13 mos when we stayed there but you would think they’d been in business for years. Their attention to detail, impeccable service, exquisite food and stunning views made it a most memorable experience! This boutique hotel also has a beautiful spa with relaxing experiences. Imagine a jacuzzi filled with wine? Amazing!

Because it was a rainy morning, the crew accommodated the weather and suggested we go check into our hotel and come back in the afternoon for a better sailing experience. Miguel & Luis really made the 4h tour, fun and enjoyable. They allowed for some hands-on experiences and treated us like old friends!

We very much enjoyed this half day excursion. Eva has a Masters in History and was knowledgeable in all things Portuguese. We certainly learned a lot. She took us to a market in Aveiro and we felt very much like a local. She had arranged for us to have a traditional lunch of suckling pig on a bun in an open air market.

What could be better than hiking the mountain overlooking the vineyards of the Douro Valley? Our guide was knowledge about the area’s history and very amicable.

We were picked up at our hotel by Vasco, the son of the owner of the small family run vineyard, Salta Cao. He took the time to stop to along the way to take photos of us with the most beautiful backdrops and explained the region we were passing by.

Convenient location for an early morning flight

Great location