Location: Albufeira
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There are lots of beach types, and with 20 very different beaches to choose from, Albufeira delights them all. Hugging the coast in Portugal’s southern Algarve region, this prime vantage point showcases sparkling white houses with Moorish flair, breathtaking multi-hued cliffs, and old fortress remnants that ground modern amenities with a charming historical flair.
Restaurants in Albufeira
1. W Algarve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
A magnet for the carefree. Just 40 minutes from Faro International Airport, W Algarve brings urban lifestyle meets high-energy beachside flair. The vibe is relaxed and spontaneous; year-round, 24/7 escapism for the young-at-heart.
Not a 5 Star experience at all
Reviewed By fritzy888This hotel apparently just opened and we were the “Guinea pigs” of being the first guest - first week. You should be aware that when booking if you use the Bonvoy app that the Residences are totally different from the regular rooms booked at the hotel - when booking I was not aware of this distinction but would later learn the negative to it. We booked the largest 3 bedroom “residence” and it was not fully equipped with even coffee and tea- we were told all on site restaurant had a QR code that could be found in your room - no where to be found - we had no check in the instructions while the couple we were traveling with were given a tour of their room showing how to operate things giving them the sites history (they were in hotel)the stove in the facility didn’t work and for breakfast we were told someone would be up by lunchtime - didn’t help us much - no extra blanket or pillow - no amenities of any kind - no tea or coffee no laundry detergent or a soap for sink or sponge or even salt and pepper - sparce when you traveled that far and when asked if we could buy the items from them they directed us to a store 5 miles away - our dinner for the 9 of us took 4 hours with multiple mistakes and 3 meals that apparently were never ordered )though the waitress read all of us back the orders and they were right). Their idea of rectifying the problem was a free dessert! I get that they are new and there will be learning curve but as the customer it took away many hours of my vacation time in calls and complaints to end up with a few free buffet breakfast for 3 days of $5k vacation! Not happy and would not recommend you go unless you wait a year for them to hopefully work it out or be crystal clear in your understanding as we stay 5 star places all the time and this is not it! The people were so friendly and nice but were given no power to do anything to help the customer - almost non existent follow up on our experience either until things started mounting. ! It’s a shame as the property is beautiful!
2. The Patio Suite Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 253 reviews
The Patio Suite Hotel promises to be the perfect place for those looking for a different space for a family or friends holidays. The refurbished apartments are spacious with nature-inspired décor and a differentiating concept. This difference is made immediately in the lobby area: a spacious open space flows into the food court, where you can find several food corners, restaurants and terrace. The connection with outdoor and climate of the region are the most determining factors in the Hotel, the south pool terrace was completely refurbished. The hotel has two outdoor swimming pools. The apartments, with one or two bedrooms, have been completely refurbished and now have a more modern decoration, all in light, neutral and green tones, and in keeping the connection with the region where this hotel is located. With generous areas, balconies and equipped kitchens, these apartments are ideal for family travellers.
Kids club
Reviewed By Curiosity544194Hotel and staff where amazing a special mention of the ladies in the kids club DANI was great with the kids very kind and helpful and great local knowledge,a special thanks to DANI . All inclusive was great value
3. PortoBay Falesia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3701 reviews
The hotel stands overlooking Praia da Falesia in the charming town of Olhos de Agua, close to Albufeira in the Algarve. Surrounded by abundant green areas, the hotel enjoys direct access to the sea and the exceptional 8km long beach which is washed by the clear, calm waters of the Algarve sea. After a refreshing drink at the waters edge, a reviving plunge in one of the pools, a trip to the beach, a game of tennis or an invigorating massage, sit back and enjoy one of the Algarves most beautiful views from one of the hotel's restaurants. Make the most of your holidays to relax.
Fab week, will return
Reviewed By 295fionacFantastic week at this lovely hotel. Definitely a slightly older crowd, very few children. Suited us. Rooms spacious and housekeeping superb. Gardens and pool area well kept. We dined in both the Madeira and Falesia restaurant - staff are amazing in both. Breakfast excellent with lots of choice. Highly recommend and must commend the GM in the running of this hotel.
4. Falesia Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2736 reviews
Falesia Hotel is located close to Falesia Beach (800mts) and the town of Albufeira and in the center of the Algarve. Falesia Hotel in Acoteias surprise you with tranquil gardens and ample spaces, where one can soak the sun, tranquility, fresh air and smell of the beautifull umbrella shaped pine trees.For you well being and complete relaxation, there is a large outdoor pool as well as indoor one with Jacuzzi, Turkish Bath and Spa. Falesia Hotel is offering 169 rooms - all of the with the balcony and the views either of the pool, gardens, mountains - or even the driving range of the next door Golf Course. All the rooms also come with LCD satellite television, air condition (cold / hot) and very important free access to Wi-Fi connection. Our elegant "O Lago" restaurant is overlooking the Falesia Hotel beautiful gardens with some small fountains and where our delicious Buffett meals are served. "Show Bar" is the place to be in the evenings where the entertainment is provided for all those that are ready to party (occasional entertainment during the winter only). "Palm Bar" is serving those fantastic cocktails and the rest of the refreshing drinks during the high summer months.All the Golfers don't need to go far. There is a Golf Course next to Falesia Hotel and Vilamoura - with its best Golf Courses in Europe - is only up to 15 minutes drive from the Falesia Hotel.And if you want to have much bigger selection of shops, restaurants, bars, discos and any other entertainment, it is only between 5 and 8.5 Km to get to the capital of Portuguese tourism - Albufeira.If you are after complete relaxation you do not need to look any further. It is all waiting for you in the Falesia Hotel... "Simply relaxing... Holidays with no children"
A professional outfit...
Reviewed By LeeSi_10What a great place. It was our first time at this hotel and we loved it. The facilities are great, we loved the gardens especially. The food is very good with so much choice at breakfast and dinner. The drinks are high quality with a great selection. The rooms are spacious, as a group of three adults, we were especially grateful for a very comfortable third bed in the room. The hotel offers such a high professional standard and should be proud! The staff stand out as they are highly professional in every regard. They're also friendly (and some are real characters)!! Ola Carlos (× 2), Philippe, Joselio, Ricardo, Hernan, Eduard, Cristina, Artur...... The spa is great and enhances an already positive experience. Obrigada Jenny. We came across so many returners (including a couple who were on their 16th trip)! All in all, a lovely quiet place for a relaxed holiday. ? Obrigada a todos.
5. Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort & Hotel Spa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 5011 reviews
Finding an ideal romantic resort in Albufeira does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Grande Real Santa Eulália Resort & Hotel Spa, a nice option for travelers like you. Grande Real Santa Eulália Resort & Hotel Spa offers guests an array of room amenities including a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator, and getting online is possible, as free wifi is available. The resort offers a concierge and room service, to make your visit even more pleasant. The property also features a pool and breakfast. Guests arriving by vehicle have access to free parking. Close to some of Albufeira's most popular landmarks, such as Albufeira's Igreja Matriz (1.3 mi) and EasyWay Tours (1.5 mi), Grande Real Santa Eulalia Hotel is a great destination for tourists. Albufeira has plenty of barbeque restaurants. So when you’re here, be sure to check out popular spots like Picanha Na Brasa, Albufeira Gourmet Churrasqueira Take-Away, and Shalom, which are serving up some great dishes. Best of all, Grande Real Santa Eulália Resort & Hotel Spa makes it easy to experience some great Albufeira attractions like San Vicente de Albufeira Statue, which is a popular . Grande Real Santa Eulália Resort & Hotel Spa puts the best of Albufeira at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
Wonderful hotel
Reviewed By martynabailieI would definitely recommend the hotel for families with kids, kids club makes it so attractive for them. They have plenty of activities, during our stay we’ve seen birds of pray show and reptiles show, bouncy castle and park activities . Hotel is extra clean and the stuff is friendly. You have a private access to the beach, beach towels are provided.
6. EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1697 reviews
Ideally located overlooking Falésia Beach (Albufeira), the EPIC SANA Algarve has 162 Bedrooms, 24 Garden Suites Deluxe and 43 spacious Resort Suites with a modern design, complemented by up-to-date amenities and the latest generation technology. A large SPA, 5 outdoor swimming pools and an indoor swimming pool, Kid's club, Games Room, multi-sport court, three restaurants, two bars and a snack-bar next to the swimming pools, are some of the facilities on offer at the EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel. With 1.848m2 of meeting rooms and more than1,000m² of outdoor areas, the Congress Centre of the EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel will be a reference point for congresses and events.
Small niggles which could have been resolved
Reviewed By Surreytraveller98Lovely hotel and lovely food, very limited gluten free options in comparison to other 5*hotels I’ve stayed in. Prices as you would expect in a 5* hotel. Good areas around the pools and plenty of pool towels and beds for guests. Our room was spacious, bed very comfortable and good bed linen. but the bathroom design gives very little privacy and the seals on the shower leaked making the floor dangerously slippy. Coffee machine leaked the whole time we were there in spite of three changes. Although the hotel does not know in advance if their guests smoke we were surrounded by guests smoking on their balconies which meant we couldn’t sit on ours when they were on theirs our leave our windows open. A completely smoke free area would solve this problem. Better communication between front desk and maintenance dept would resolve issues before they niggle the guests. Our room was not serviced until 3-4pm every day which was really irritating if you wished to rest before dinner. Lovely hotel but not quite the standard we were expecting.
7. Vila Petra
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1518 reviews
Perfect family resort
Reviewed By PaulaadventureJust home from an amazing stay at the villa petra, myself and my partner with our 2 boys aged 3 and 6. We all loved it and it is the cleanest well maintained resort iv ever been to.. we had a 1 bedroom apartment it had everything g you could need including space that we all could be in living area amd not feel cramped. Really nice room.. swimming pool area is so so nice.. pool is lovely.. location was ideal for strip for dinner and or old town we got the road train.. ubers are super cheap also. Food in hotel for lunch very tasty also and the cocktails were yum. Can't fault this place at all and can't wait to come back.
8. Muthu Clube Praia Da Oura
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 4757 reviews
This extensive resort is located in Praia da Oura in Albufeira and features 2 renovated outdoor swimming pools, tropical gardens and a bowling green. It offers direct access to Praia da Oura beach, less than 200 meters away.The property is a great family destination but also perfect for couples or groups looking for an entertaining and lively beach holiday.All apartments at the Clube Praia da Oura have a private furnished balcony which have views over either the Atlantic Ocean, swimming pools & gardens or the resort.The apartments feature a fully equipped kitchenette, en suite bathroom with hairdryer and a seating and dining area with satellite TV.With a 24-hour completely renovated reception and lobby bar/café, the multilingual reception staff can book tours, airport transfers and the hotel shuttle service to the centre of Albufeira. There is also a Golf desk available where all golf courses in the Algarve can be booked.Jac’s Restaurant serves an à la carte menu of a variety of international and national dishes. Guests can relax and have a drink at our Ocean Bar with views over the ocean or Bowling Green or enjoy the Pool bar. There is a daily entertainment program available and evening entertainment options include theme nights, live music and karaoke.Guests can enjoy a variety of different dining options at our restaurants in our sister resorts, a 5 minutes’ walk away.The main entertainment area of Albufeira is a 5 minute walk away.Clube Praia da Oura is 40 minutes’ drive from Faro Airport and just over 3 km from the old town centre of Albufeira.
Indian restaurant
Reviewed By 391sademThe restaurant is very welcoming and friend. The chef is loving and makes you feel welcomed. He explains all the dishes and tries his best to cater to your needs. Food was amazing. Every dish was well prepared and fresh. No complaints would definitely come again.
9. Auramar Beach Resort
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 3894 reviews
Finding an ideal family-friendly hotel in Albufeira does not have to be difficult. Welcome to Auramar Beach Resort, a nice option for travelers like you. Rooms at Auramar Beach Resort provide a flat screen TV, air conditioning, and a refrigerator, and getting online is easy, with free internet access available. In addition, Auramar Beach Hotel offers a pool and free breakfast, which will help make your Albufeira trip additionally gratifying. And, as an added convenience, there is free parking available to guests. Nearby landmarks such as Pau da Bandeira Viewpoint (0.9 mi) and Misericordia Chapel (1.1 mi) make Auramar Beach Hotel a great place to stay when visiting Albufeira. During your visit, be sure to check out one of Albufeira's popular crab restaurants such as A Ruina, Cabana Fresca Restaurant, and O'Leme, all a short distance from Auramar Beach Resort. During your visit, be sure to check out popular attractions like Montechoro Strip (1.1 mi) and Centro Histórico de Albufeira (1.1 mi), which are all within walking distance of the hotel. Auramar Beach Resort puts the best of Albufeira at your fingertips, making your stay both relaxing and enjoyable.
Best Hotel From Plaja da Aro to Portamao. Should be 4 star!
Reviewed By lurkioThis is one of the best hotels, all inclusive I have visited from Plaja d Aro in Spain to Portamao. All the staff are happy and seem to enjoy working here. I had some lovely conversations with Maria, Tahir, Phillipe, Nicholas, Ricardo to name a few. We tipped regularly and got exceptional service. Rooms are dated but clean and immaculate. Our flight home last Saturday was cancelled and they had no availability but the lovely lady behind reception found a room that was in the block being refurbished. The food is fantastic, drink measures small unless you ask for grande. The grounds are immaculate, poolsare spotless. A few sunbeds need renewing, I was like an upside down tortoise in one. I am celiac but everything is labeled clearly. They do gluten free rolls. I avoided the soups and gravies but my wife loved them. The location is ideal, beautiful head land and beaches. Board walks to the old town and an uber to the escalators is under 4 euros. I'd like to thank all the staff for accommodating me and my daughter Easter and wifey for Whitsun. The entertainment team were fabulous and go the extra mile. Karaoke was fun the Dutch loved my Tom Jones and the wife's Corrs!omg and summer loving. Will be coming back.
10. Alfagar Alto da Colina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1752 reviews
Great family hotel with young kids
Reviewed By Mairead MStayed here at the end of May with our 4.5 year old son. We were dropped off at Alfagar but they took us across the road to Alto da Colina - its a large resort with 2 main hotel, a road running between them. Both hotels have pretty much the exact same facilities. We were initially in a 1 bed apt, which had a single bed setup in the sitting room. We were moved to a 2 bed 2days into our holiday and it was great - very big, very clean, large balcony with table and chairs overlooking the pool and sea view in the distance. Kitchen had toaster/microwave/fridge/cooker/oven etc. Our room was on the 2nd floor just above the restaurant/bar area, it was a little noisy when the entertainment was on at night but we slept through it all! We were on half board, breakfast and dinner included - both were buffet and a great selection, the food was all lovely and a good selection of fruit and veg, also a good selection of desserts! Dinner was different every night. Only complaint is the coffee is awful and the glasses of wine weren't good either. Also dinner starts at 6.30pm, I would have preferred a little earlier for small kids. There are lots of different pools but we spent most of our time at the kids slides pool - this is great for kids probably up to about 8 or so, but really safe for younger kids. There is a pool bar beside selling coffee/drinks/food etc. You can rent towels for the week at reception at the hotel - 5euro for as long as you have it with a 10euro deposit. There is a playground which is nice/a tree trekking-zipline, archery, parrot show, reptile show - parrot show and reptile show are a little pushy on selling the photos. We got a taxi for 8euro to the old town in Albufeira (its not a walk) - walked the beach, the streets and had lunch etc. Nice for a morning. There is a spar when you turn left on the main road - has most stuff you'll need. There is also a mini market in the Alfagar hotel across the road. The Cafeteria bar in the Alfagar hotel has a lovely area out the back with a lovely view and lovely cocktails! There is also a lovely walk to the beach - there are some steps down to the beach but it was grand. We would definitely recommend for families and especially with kids under 8-10.
