Overlooking the sea, NAU Sao Rafael Atlantico is an ultra modern 5-star complex with direct and private access to São Rafael Beach.
mark
United Kingdom
Great staff nice setting good size bedroom great breakfast. Spa and gym good if a bit underground. Nice landscaping near a nice beach. Shuttle into town very helpful.
Vila Recife Hotel is located in Albufeira a 5-minute walk from Fisherman’s Beach. It features a terrace, an outdoor swimming pool, and offers air-conditioned rooms with satellite TV.
Deborah
United Kingdom
Great location although so close to everything that we could hear the music from the bars in town.
Breakfast was everything we needed.
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Spacious rooms.
Surrounded by a lively street with restaurants and bars, Hotel Baltum offers a 24-hour reception and air-conditioned rooms. Albufeira’s beach is only 50 metres away.
Rhoma
Ireland
Convenient to everything, staff were brilliant, room was ok for the price we paid.
Fully refurbished, Hotel California Urban Beach - Adults Only is situated a 2-minute walk from the Praia dos Pescadores Beach, offers an outdoor pool with views of Albufeira, sun loungers, a solarium...
Situated 500 meters from a beach, INATEL Albufeira is a 10-minute walk from the city center. The hotel has an outdoor swimming pool with a terrace with sun loungers and air-conditioned rooms.
Kym
Ireland
We stayed here last year and had a great time, we booked again because of this, however this time, rooms were in a terrible location, facing muck and pool was not working. No bar either. Noise of drilling in hotel every day
This resort is just a few metres from the Atlantic Ocean and surrounded by the lush Praia dos Aveiros scenery. It has indoor and outdoor pools and a terrace.
Sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean can be enjoyed from the poolside sundeck of the adults-only Boa Vista. Panoramic balconies with wooden chairs are featured in its rooms with vintage decoration.
Situated in Sesmarias, 3 km from the centre of Albufeira, Hotel Baia Grande is a 4-star hotel overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, 800 metres from the beach. It has an indoor and an outdoor pool.
Kashif
United Kingdom
The indoor pool / sauna / steam room facilities were great. Breakfast was standard as you’d expect.
Hotel Balaia Mar offers free parking and a quiet location close to Albufeira. It is just 400 metres from Maria Luisa Beach and features an outdoor pool and sun terrace.
This adult-only 4-star hotel is located just 38 km from Faro International Airport (FAO), 3 km from the centre of Albufeira and within 15 km of many of the best golf courses in the Algarve.
Situated 1 Km from the centre of Albufeira, the KR Hotels is only a 5-minute walk from a sandy beach. It has an outdoor pool with a sun-lounger terrace and offers air-conditioned rooms with balconies.
Location
Clean
Staff pleasant and helpful
Pool area
This hotel features direct access to the white sandy Falésia Beach and 2 restaurants. It boasts a lagoon-style pool with Atlantic Ocean views, a wellness centre and a putting green.
Everything is perfect, better than we would imagine
Fully refurbished, Hotel California Urban Beach - Adults Only is situated a 2-minute walk from the Praia dos Pescadores Beach, offers an outdoor pool with views of Albufeira, sun loungers, a solarium...
More than perfect room. Very kind and helpful staff.
Located in Albufeira, Algarve, the 5-star Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort & Hotel Spa features direct access to the Santa Eulália Beach, 4 outdoor swimming pools plus 3 for children and a...
We have very nice memories of staying at this hotel.
The 4-star Real Bellavista Hotel & Spa features 4 outdoor swimming pools including 2 for adults and 2 for children. A free shuttle bus takes guests to Albufeira’s Old Town and beaches.
Staff were excellent and v friendly Facilities were v good
This resort is just a few metres from the Atlantic Ocean and surrounded by the lush Praia dos Aveiros scenery. It has indoor and outdoor pools and a terrace.
Always pleasant to stay there, have been going for 12 years!
Just 400 metres from Santa Eulália Beach, this recently refurbished hotel looks out onto the Atlantic Ocean and features a bar area where guests can relax, nearby golfing facilities and on-site bike...
Staff was friendly and helpful and very very clean.
Surrounded by large gardens, this hotel offers a free shuttle service to Falesia Beach, a 5-minute drive away. It has indoor and outdoor pools and a hot tub.
Eficiência e sorriso sempre na cara dos colaboradores
Well located in Albufeira, Vila Origens Boutique Hotel Albufeira – Adults Only provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden.
The property is amazing loved everything about it.
Situated close to Falésia beach in Albufeira, Victoria Sport & Beach Hotel boasts an outdoor pool. The hotel has a children's playground and sun terrace, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar.
Rooms were great and the staff were amazing...super helpful!
Just 800 metres from the famous Praia da Oura and Santa Eulália beaches, the Santa Eulalia Hotel & Spa offers air-conditioned rooms. It also features indoor and outdoor swimming pools.
The location, the room size and the welcoming staff
This hotel occupies an ideal location close to Albufeira’s old town and 200 metres from Fisherman’s Beach. It offers a terrace with panoramic Atlantic Ocean views and an outdoor swimming pool.
Set in Albufeira, 1.1 km from Santa Eulália Beach, Vila Maria Hotel - Adults Only features accommodation with an outdoor swimming pool, private parking and a bar.
it was a very relaxing hotel fab location spotless clean
Located just 150 metres from Galé Beach, this stylish hotel offers rooms with balconies, some of which overlook the swimming pool and palm tree garden.
Location is outstanding, restaurants close by, beach close by.
Situated in Albufeira, 300 metres from Barranco das Belharucas Beach, 3HB Guarana - All Inclusive offers accommodation with a shared lounge, private parking, a terrace and a restaurant.
Staff were attentive, very clean and food was amazing!
Towering the Algarve cliffs, Alísios offers modern accommodation overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. It features a panoramic deck and an indoor pool with heated sea water.
very helpful staff, nice and clean, great location.
Overlooking the coastline of the Falésia Beach and the renowned Pine Cliffs Golf Course, the Pine Cliffs Ocean Suites, A Luxury Collection Resort, Algarve offers a variety of wellness facilities,...
Pine Cliffs is a luxury resort in a naturally beautiful location, 800 metres from the Atlantic beaches. It features a wellness centre, 2 swimming pools and a 9-hole golf course.
great, breakfast, cold pools and unbelievable beach
FAQs about hotels in Albufeira
On average, 3-star hotels in Albufeira cost £65 per night, and 4-star hotels in Albufeira are £101 per night. If you're looking for something really special, a 5-star hotel in Albufeira can on average be found for £165 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
The average price per night for a 3-star hotel in Albufeira this weekend is £102 or, for a 4-star hotel, £148. Looking for something even fancier? 5-star hotels in Albufeira for this weekend cost on average around £372 per night (based on Booking.com prices).
On average, it costs £94 per night to book a 3-star hotel in Albufeira for tonight. You'll pay on average around £123 if you choose to stay in a 4-star hotel tonight, while a 5-star hotel in Albufeira will cost around £347 (based on Booking.com prices).
One of the best Algarve resorts, Albufeira has wonderful beaches, turquoise waters and the dramatic, rocky coastline that makes this part of Portugal so special.
Naturally, life here is all about sun, sand and sea. The most popular Albufeira beach is Fisherman’s Beach and you can still see locals bringing in the fishing boats every morning - if you’re up early enough, that is. Tunnel Beach is accessed through an opening in the cliff, and both offer a variety of watersports.
Further up the coast is Albufeira Marina, from where sightseeing boat trips depart, while east of the town is the 9-hole Balaia golf course. On the way here, you pass Arias de Sao João, home to The Strip where the best bars and clubs are found, many staying open until the early hours.
The Old Town of Albufeira is more peaceful, and its cobbled streets house Moorish buildings and some great restaurants serving fresh fish. If you fancy a day trip from Albufeira, the 12th-century remains of Moorish Almoáda Castle in Paderne can be visited for free.
The town is around 45 minutes’ drive from Faro Airport and there is a fantastic range of beach resorts, small B&Bs and Albufeira apartments on Booking.com.
What guests said about Albufeira:
8.0
Scored 8.0
Very popular city. Great views and access to ocean.
Very popular city. Great views and access to ocean. Streets are confusing.
Lack of public transport.
Google maps is confused with streets. Walking is way to get around.
Bus station is several klms away.
No local transport
Zahnow
8.0
Scored 8.0
Albufeira is very hilly so you should factor in taxi's etc...
Albufeira is very hilly so you should factor in taxi's etc to get around if you have any mobility issues, particulary heading west from the centre.
We went in the first week in May and it was, we thought very busy and certainly very noisy in the centre from the.
It seems to be a magnet for Stag and Hen parties and/or large groups of men / women of all ages who like to party. We used our Albufeira as a base and explored other local Towns on foot and using Taxi's.
A good party place if that floats your boat if you are loking for quiet evenings for food and drink then maybe choose elsewhere- there are lots of places on the Algarve that we have stayed in/visited.
Martin
United Kingdom
10
Scored 10
Loved it all, great holiday all round for families/stags/...
Loved it all, great holiday all round for families/stags/hens/couples/all ages.
Boat trip along Algarve into caves with private beach BBQ amazing and all day event.
Staff everywhere really friendly and courteous.
Food great, enough choice for all palettes.
Aniob
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
Ok, the condo was excellent.
Ok, the condo was excellent. The owner has only one condo so its privately owned meaning its equipped with pretty much all necessities. Well located and tbh...better than i expected. Pictures don't quite render the size. Its very comfortable. It's also gated. Driving inside was surprising to see a 100 foot long entrance completely covered with overhanging trees. Gives it a bit of a royal feel.
The condo faces the pool side not the driveway so that's a plus. You can also see the ocean from your terrace. The walk down to the ocean is a bit steep but so is everything in Portugal. Its less than 5 minutes downhill.
Now for the part i didn't enjoy as much: Albufeira itself. Its slowly losing it's flavor by becoming americanized with boutiques, restaurants and gift shops. If that's your thing you'll be well served. One night, searching for a power voltage converter i ended up in a somewhat debauchery street with a strip club, sex shop, bars galore, people all over the street and neons advertising loud music and parties. I have nothing against this and it is very reminiscent of Ibiza nightlife but its a sign of change. This was maybe 2km from the condo so not in the immediate viscinity. By the way, i found the converter on that very street in a gift shop so...maybe i shouldn't complain. :) Enjoy!
Jacques
8.0
Scored 8.0
Albufeira Old Town has become loud and full of Stag and Hen...
Albufeira Old Town has become loud and full of Stag and Hen groups :-(
Best time to visit it is before lunchtime; after that it becomes rowdy. If that's what you want then fine. There are plenty of other quieter bars/diners on the outskirts, so it can be avoided in the evenings.
Some lovely old typical Portuguese houses and buildings further out of the town square.
Chris
United Kingdom
8.0
Scored 8.0
lovely place... great food... lovely...
lovely place... great food... lovely... BUT maybe if you hate the madness of the stag and hen season, maybe more so Stags as they come in vast number, I would suggest late summer as in spring and early summer it is madness with drunks and idiots in abundance.
The location couldn't be better. Steps to the fun and shopping of Old Town, great restaurants and Peneco Beach (which has an elevator!). Its a fantastic property. Front desk staff is EXCELLENT. Breakfast was perfect and the pool and deck with the view of the beach is magical. Everything you could want in a boutique beach hotel. We were lucky enough to be in town for an annual festival taking place but wouldn't have known unless we saw the flyer in the lobby! What a treat...immersed in a locals event on the first night of our trip...
Fantastic hotel, located 10 minutes walk from Albufeira old town. Close to many bars, restaurants, and supermarkets.
The room is very big and clean, the bed is very comfortable, Wifi connection is very good, and the room
has a very nice and clean bathroom. Breakfast is very good as well.
The owners are very communicative and nice, super friendly, and were always attentive and asked if we needed any help with anything. We really felt at home :)
I loved this place !!! I will come back for sure when I am back to Albufeira.
Great apartment in perfect location: walking distance to beach and old town. Clean, specious, and has everything you need for comfortable stay, kitchen was well-equipped including dishwasher, washing machine, etc. Beautiful views overlooking the old city and ocean from balcony.
Nuno is an excellent host, very kind and helpful. He kept in touch from day one, met us in person to show around, provided helpful information/sightseeing suggestions.
We had an unforgettable stay and hope to come back sometime soon!
Fantastic stay, this Hotel re-defines 5-star in the Algarve and is up there with Hotels you would find in Dubai. Décor is stylish, fresh and super cool. Vibe is of the scale and all staff are super friendly. Food variety is excellent, of high quality and well priced. I liked the location as it is privately tucked away but still close enough to old town and the main beaches. If you want a high end place to chill relax that offers great value, the Hotel is a must.
Great hotel,uber from faro Airport costs €27 euro,hour walk into albufeira old town, Uber €8 euro .Beside great beaches dotted along coast,great restaurants beside hotel in walking distance, shops and bus stop beside hotel .staff lovely and friendly,room lovely and comfortable and clean, had a balcony and walk in shower.breakfast amazing for a continental, also offer eggs, bacon mushrooms, tomatoes and cakes and crossiants, plenty to choose from huge selection.
Pool was awesome! Not loads of sunbeds but we stayed for a weekend and when we needed a sunbed, we got one.
The views from our rooms were some of the best i have ever seen.
The reception staff were exceptional and so helpful and the cleaning and bar staff were helpful and happy.
Hotel was clean and well maintained.
Location was walking distance to Old Town and less then €4 to New Town so perfect for everyone.
All of the facilities were in excellent condition and very well presented. Staff were very friendly and the entertainment was tip top.
Although the hotel is far away from the centre of Albufeira old town there is a shuttle bus which is free of charge which runs multiple times a day from the hotel.
I also thought the hotel was situated in a beautiful vista spot with some great walks along the cliff.
I loved the property in the middle of the centre (Old Town). Lots of restaurants, shops, nightlife, everything you need when in Albufeira. The property is also exactly like the pictures. Additionally, there was a very friendly host, we got welcome bottle of wine and could ask her for anything we needed. We missed our flight and she was very kind and helped us through the problems we faced.
The pool and gym facilities are excellent. Breakfast is amazing. Staff are friendly and accommodating. We chose the hotel for the location as we did not want to be in the town centre around all the noise. It did not disappoint. The Sao Rafael beach is also amazing. It was perfect. It is only 10 minutes and 7-10 euro in a taxi to the old town.
Exceptional staff, very friendly and could not do enough for us. The hotel is spotlessly clean and is in a great location directly on the beach and a short walk to the old town.
A special thank you to Hugo at reception for all his help and recommendations for travel and trips.
The terrace is fantastic. So spacious with plenty of furniture and a beautiful sea view. Nice and safe for children with a high barrier. The apartment had everything we could need and was in a brilliant location close to the beach and restaurants etc in Albufeira old town.
Staff were great, Hotel and rooms were very clean, food was also great, would definetely stay again and at other Vile Gale hotels, Location is also really good, as the tourist train stops directly outside of the hotel so you can get an easy ride to the strip or old town
Best Hotel we have stayed in on holiday. Beautiful pool view. So clean and fresh. The room was just so comfortable. In between old town and the strip, perfect location. No noise so we slept really well. Definitely be back!!
Whatever you are paying Rita is not enough, she was the best and a real credit to the hotel. Location was decent, a 10 minute walk to the strip and 15 minute walk to the old town with abundant taxis available.
Fabulous location, clean, comfortable room with an beachfront balcony and marvelous ocean view. Right on the beach. Excellent breakfast. Close to old town and a short walk to the marina.
The property was in a great location, the strip and Albufeira old town weren’t too far. Loads of restaurants nearby. The hotel was very clean and nice and the staff were lovely.
Great location, close to all the bars/restaurants in the old town, but far enough to not have all the noise. Bonus: free parking in front of the property.
The apartment is in the best location for Albufeira Old Town. Having 4 double bedrooms perfectly suited our group and the apartment is modern and clean.
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