Stayed at Porto Santa Maria for one week in December. Excellent weather and no mosquitos, even though we had gone prepared. Booked sea view room and enjoyed watching the cruise ships come & go from our balcony. Slight disturbance during the day from the seafront works but not a problem as we were out most of the time. Room, breakfast and indoor pool were excellent. Staff helpful and friendly, even providing continental breakfast on a tray for our early departure

We have just arrived back from the Porto Santa Maria after staying there for 1 week over the New Year. Once again we had a brilliant time and as ever the staff were fantastic, they cant do enough for you, I would definitely recommend this hotel to anybody it is in a fantastic location on the water front, and even though the building work is going on to improve the water front this did not spoil our holiday. We will be back again next year, big thank you to all the staff.
Just read the comments from that other person, I think, he went to another hotel.

We have just returned from a 7 night stay at the Porto Santa Maria hotel. We have stayed there a few times before and been pleased but this time the new manager and his team have tweaked a few things ( eg breakfast/coffee and tea ) and the hotel seems to be running like clockwork.
The New Years Eve Gala was excellent and thought had obviously gone into the seating plan. The venue for watching the fireworks is perfect - just one note Do Not wear high heels as they could easily catch in the decking - A member of staff ( the lovely Victor) pointed this out to me before the event so I changed into flats.
In contradiction of a previous review - we found Lina to be helpful and friendly making the holiday special and the manager charming - we did have a small issue that needed resolving and all the staff responded quickly and efficiently.
We are already planning our next visit - regardless of building work - this gave us something to watch and although a little noisy did not spoil our stay. I awarded four stars for sleep quality because we did find the pillows rather heavy and hard.

Lovely hotel, fantastic position, rooms spotless, spacious and comfortable. The only issue was no option (even payable) of internet in the room. At least there was really fast internet in public areas, so not such a big deal. Otherwise, would gladly stay again and will recommend to friend.