We have created a list with cool, unusual and unique hotels in Albufeira, Portugal. We have also included accommodation in apartments, villas, guest houses, residences, boats, boutique hotels and romantic hotels. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
A list by Ella Hofer & Maryna Kravets. Updated December 2023.
Boutique hotel.Very stylish. Great location. Popular among couples.Opened June 2022. Well located in Albufeira, Vila Origens Boutique Hotel Albufeira – Adults Only provides air-conditioned rooms, an outdoor swimming pool, free WiFi and a garden. Featuring a bar, the hotel is close to several noted attractions, around 200 metres from Pescadores Beach, 200 metres from Peneco Beach and 600 metres from Inatel Beach. The accommodation features room service and a concierge service for guests. Guest rooms at the hotel are equipped with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels and a safety deposit box. Each room is fitted with a kettle and a private bathroom with a shower and free toiletries, while selected rooms are equipped with a kitchenette equipped with a fridge. At Vila Origens Boutique Hotel Albufeira – Adults Only the rooms come with bed linen and towels. Breakfast is available daily, and includes continental, vegetarian and gluten-free options. The accommodation offers a sun terrace. The area is popular for hiking and cycling, and bike hire is available at Vila Origens Boutique Hotel Albufeira – Adults Only. Popular points of interest near the hotel include Alemaes Beach, Albufeira Old Town Square and Clock Tower Albufeira. The nearest airport is Faro, 46 km from Vila Origens Boutique Hotel Albufeira – Adults Only, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
I think this is the most STYLISH boutique hotel in Albufeira. And it is very popular among couples travelling to Albufeira.
Villa.Elegant. Lovely surroundings. Popular among couples. Vila Balaia is close to one of the best beaches in Europe and the world - The Falésia Beach! Falesia beach, just 10 minutes away, has a length of 7km and was named recently the 10th best beach in the world . Vila Balaia - Luxury Boutique Villas offers self-contained villas set within landscaped gardens with outdoor heated pool in the sea-side resort of Albufeira. It features immense green areas and provides access to a nearby golf-course. Renovated in 2020, all villas are fully equipped with air conditioning and decorated to a modern luxury standard with tasteful furnishings, featuring a living room with a flat-screen cable TV, master bedroom and a fully equipped kitchen. They open on to a furnished deck overlooking the gardens and the outdoor pool. Guests can also enjoy activities such as hiking and biking through the natural surroundings or a game of tennis in one of the 4 tennis courts. Oura is just a 10-minute drive away by car and has many restaurants, clubs and bars. Free private parking is also available at your front door.Show full description
Resort.Highly elegant. Nice surroundings. Popular among couples. The 5-star Vila Joya boasts a Two Michelin Star Restaurant and scenic Ocean views. The award-winning resort features two outdoor pools, spa facilities and a golf academy, offering customized training. The luxurious guest rooms feature a Moorish-inspired design and offer balconies overlooking the coast. All rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with a cable TV, a minibar, and a CD/DVD player. Free WiFi is also available. Vila Joya Spa offers various therapies and features a sauna, a steam bath and an outdoor hot tub. Guests of Vila Joya can also relax at the hotel’s garden or terrace and enjoy the landscape. Vila Joya’s prestigious restaurant was ranked in San Pellegrino's World´s 50 Best Restaurants. It proposes a set menu of Mediterranean seafood with high-quality French haute cuisine, using fresh local ingredients from the Algarve markets. Hotel Vila Joya is located next to Praia de Galé beach and is less than 40 km away from Faro Airport. A private limousine transfer, to and from the airport, is available for an extra fee. Free on-site parking is possible.Show full description
I rate this as the most ELEGANT resort in Albufeira.
Apartment.Nice style. Great bar. Located 300 metres from Old Town Square, the modernly-decorated DLoft Downtown offers accommodation in Albufeira. The property features views of the sea and is 600 metres from Fisherman's Beach. A flat-screen Smart TV with satellite channels is provided, as well as a bluetooth speaker. The kitchen is fully-equipped with all the appliances needed to prepare meals. The bedroom has a king-size bed, air conditioning and a flat-screen satellite TV. Other facilities at DLoft Downtown include 2 terraces. One of the terraces has a dining area, while the other is a top-floor private terrace, with modern furnishings, sun exposure, deck floor and a private hot tub. Albufeira Marina is 1.3 km from DLoft Downtown, while The Strip - Albufeira is 2.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 27 km from the property.Show full description
Villa. Featuring accommodation with a private pool, mountain view and a patio, Pedro Mar is located in Albufeira. This beachfront property offers access to a balcony, pool at the pool table, free private parking and free WiFi. You can play table tennis, darts and squash at the villa, and bike hire and car hire are available. The property is non-smoking and is set 1 km from Peneco Beach. The spacious villa is equipped with 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. The air-conditioned villa also provides a seating area, washing machine and 6 bathrooms with a bidet and a bath. For added privacy, the accommodation has a private entrance and soundproofing. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. Guests at Pedro Mar can enjoy cycling and hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Inatel Beach, Albufeira Old Town Square and Albufeira Marina. The nearest airport is Faro, 46 km from Pedro Mar, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Villa.Lively. Popular among women. A typical, whitewashed building, Vila Channa is a 10-minute walk from award-winning São Rafael Beach. The air-conditioned rooms overlook the countryside or outdoor pool with spacious sun terrace and loungers. Within 300 metres is a stop where buses depart hourly to Albufeira, an 8-minute drive away. The unit has an outdoor pool. Each room has tiled floors and beige décor. All include a flat-screen satellite TV and private bathroom with hairdryer. The daily buffet breakfast includes fresh fruit and can be taken outside in summer. Light meals are available by the pool and in the bar lounge area with wooden ceiling and exposed bricks. There is a games room with pool table and bicycle rental is on offer. A hop on, hop off tour bus passes by the hotel and Herdado dos Salgados Golf Course is 10 minutes away by car. Vila Channa Hotel can arrange car hire and a shuttle is available to Faro Airport, 49 km away.Show full description
Apartment. Offering a large decked terrace with a hot tub and far-reaching views of Albufeira, this luxurious top-floor apartment features an iPod. The D_Loft is around 10 minutes’ walking from Oura Beach. Modern and elegant, the apartment includes a large living/dining room with a flat-screen cable TV on the wall, 2 modern leather sofas and a sofa bed. After a day at the beach, return to your apartment to enjoy the hot tub while savouring a glass of wine. The bedroom is hidden behind sliding doors. The large bathroom has a double washbasin, a separate shower room, spa bath and free Rituals toiletries. The kitchen is modern and includes all the appliances to prepare meals. Barbecue facilities are available outdoors, as well as a dining area. A Nespresso coffee machine is available. Restaurants can be found within walking distance. On arrival, guests are welcomed with a drink and fruit. Santa Eulália Beach is less than 5 minutes’ driving from D_Loft, and Balaia Golf Village is 2.5 km away. The property provides a shuttle service upon request and at an additional charge, and Faro International Airport is 34 km away.Show full description
Apartment. Situated in Albufeira, just less than 1 km from Santa Eulália Beach, Charm Apartment T2 All With Big Terrace Albufeira Self check-in features beachfront accommodation with a private beach area, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, a garden and free WiFi. This apartment provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony. The spacious apartment with a terrace and sea views has 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a bidet. For guests with children, the apartment offers outdoor play equipment. The property features a lift, a restaurant with an outdoor dining area. The accommodation is non-smoking. In the warmer months, you can make use of the barbecue facilities and dine on the private patio. A bicycle rental service is available at Charm Apartment T2 All With Big Terrace Albufeira Self check-in. Oura Beach is 1.1 km from the accommodation, while Aveiros Beach is 1.4 km from the property. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 39 km from Charm Apartment T2 All With Big Terrace Albufeira Self check-in.Show full description
Villa.Charming. Gorgeous surroundings. Located on a hilltop, the Quinta das Flores is located in Albufeira. The unit is surrounded by a garden, a private swimming pool, terraces and a barbecue area. The upstairs sunn terrace has scenic views over the surroundings, which include views over the coastline, the Ocean and partial views over the Albufeira Marina. This bright villa features an open living area with sofas that enjoys a view over the pool, with its floor-to-ceiling windows. It features satellite TV, free WiFi, CD player, private bathroom, equipped kitchen and a dining area. Guests can prepare their own meals in the full kitchen, which features all the necessary appliances and utensils to prepare food in comfort. They can be enjoyed in the dining area or in the furnished patio. Room breakfast is available, upon request and groceries can be delivered at the villa, pending an extra charge. Following a relaxing dip in the pool, guests can lounge in the garden area. Albufeira’s Old Town is a 5-minute drive away and has a variety of shop, cafés and restaurants. The marina is an 8-minute drive away and features several waterfront bars and cafés.The renowned Falésia Beach is a 20-minute drive from the Quinta das Flores. The Zoo Marine is a 15 minute drive and features animal shows and entertainment for the whole family. For golfing enthusiasts, the nearest golf course is 10 minutes by car. The property is a 45-minute drive from the Faro International Airport. An airport shuttle is available, at a surcharge.Show full description
Apartment. Located 1.6 km from Albufeira Marina in Albufeira, this apartment features an outdoor pool. The property boasts views of the sea and is 1.2 km from Old Town Square. Towels and bed linen are provided at Sea View Apartment by Be Cherish. Free private parking is also available at this apartment. Free WiFi is featured. There is a seating area and a kitchen complete with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave. You can play tennis at the property, and the area is popular for golfing. Fisherman's Beach is 1.7 km from Sea View Apartment by Be Cherish, while The Strip - Albufeira is 5 km away. The area is popular for horse riding and diving. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 42 km from the property.Show full description
Guest House.Beautiful. Great value. Popular among women. The Sunshine is primely located for an Albufeira vacation, just a 2-minute drive from São Rafael Beach and a 7-minute drive from Galé Beach. The property includes a green garden and an outdoor swimming pool. The guest house also features an à la carte restaurant, where guests can taste both the local cuisine and international flavours. The Sunshine’s traditionally-decorated rooms all feature a private bathroom with free toiletries, wardrobe, TV, fridge, terrace and a balcony. Each morning a continental breakfast is served in the Sunshine’s dining area. Guests can relax in the sun loungers, following a dip in the swimming pool which overlooks the garden. A children’s playground is also available. The property includes a bar, where refreshing drinks are served. Free WiFi is available in all areas of the Sunshine. The Albufeira Old Town is 4 km away and features many restaurants and shops throughout. The Sunshine is a 13-minute drive from the Zoomarine Theme Park and the famous cliff-surrounded Falésia Beach is 15 km away. For golfing enthusiasts, the Salgados Golf Course is a 10-minute drive away. The Faro International Airport is a 40-minute drive and the Sunshine provides a shuttle service, at an extra fee.Show full description
Villa.Great views. Featuring a garden, private pool and pool views, Villa Ohana is set in Albufeira. This property offers access to a balcony, pool at the pool table, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located less than 1 km from Manuel Lourenco Beach. Boasting a DVD player, the spacious villa has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 4 bedrooms, and 5 bathrooms with a bidet and a bath. The unit is air conditioned and is comprised of a terrace with an outdoor dining area as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. The accommodation offers a fireplace. Guests can take advantage of the warm weather with the property's barbecue facilities. For guests with children, the villa offers outdoor play equipment. Guests at Villa Ohana can enjoy table tennis on-site, or hiking in the surroundings. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Evaristo Beach, Balbina Beach and Castelo Beach. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 50 km from Villa Ohana.Show full description
Apartment.Delightful property. Lovely interior design. Right in the centre of Albufeira, situated within a short distance of Peneco Beach and Pescadores Beach, AlbufeiraOrada by Be Cherish offers free WiFi, air conditioning and household amenities such as a dishwasher and coffee machine. With pool views, this accommodation provides a patio and a swimming pool. The spacious apartment has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views. This apartment is allergy-free and non-smoking. There is free private parking and the property features paid airport shuttle service. Guests can take in the views of the mountain from the balcony, which also has outdoor furniture. For guests with children, the apartment offers an indoor play area and a baby safety gate. If you would like to discover the area, diving, cycling and fishing are possible in the surroundings and AlbufeiraOrada by Be Cherish can arrange a bicycle rental service. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Inatel Beach, Albufeira Old Town Square and Albufeira Marina. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 46 km from AlbufeiraOrada by Be Cherish.Show full description
This might be the most beautiful, cosy and romantic apartment in Albufeira. WOW!
Apartment.Hip. Superb interior design. Offering access to a communal outdoor swimming pool surrounded by a lawn and palm trees, the sunny MSHomes Corcovada is located in Albufeira, 350 metres away from the lively Strip. Free WiFi and parking are provided. There is a dining area and a kitchen equipped with dishwasher. A flat-screen TV is offered. A variety of restaurants and bars are available within a 5-minute walk at the Strip. Oura Beach is 1.3 km from MSHomes Corcovada, while Santa Eulália Beach is 1.7 km away. Faro Airport is 23 km from the property.Show full description
I think this is one of the coolest and most WELL DESIGNED apartments in Albufeira. It also has a great location!
Boat hotel.Unique. Situated 1.2 km from Praia da Baleeira, The Homeboat Company Albufeira offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as barbecue facilities. This beachfront property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. Guests can make use of the children's playground or the picnic area, or enjoy views of the sea and city. All units at the boat come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a kitchen, a dining area and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, a shower and free toiletries. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the boat, every unit is equipped with bed linen and towels. A continental breakfast is available each morning at the boat. There is a snack bar, and a minimarket is also available. Car hire and free use of bicycles are available at The Homeboat Company Albufeira and the area is popular for cycling and hiking. If you would like to discover the area, pub crawls is possible in the surroundings. Popular points of interest near the accommodation include Peneco Beach, Risco Beach and Albufeira Marina. The nearest airport is Faro, 47 km from The Homeboat Company Albufeira, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.Show full description
Apartment.Relaxing atmosphere. Great bar. Offering an outdoor pool surrounded by lush gardens, Apartamentos dos Pinheiros offers free public parking in Sesmarias, 500 metres from Coelha Beach. It is located a 5-minute drive from Albufeira. All Pinheiros’ apartments feature garden and pool views from the furnished balcony or terrace. Free WiFi is also available in the Apartamentos dos Pinheiros. They include a living room with a satellite flat-screen TV. Private bathrooms come with free toiletries. Guests can use the fully equipped kitchens to prepare their meals and enjoy them indoors or outdoors, overlooking the swimming pool. In addition, there is a shared barbecue. Alternatively, O Marinheiro Restaurant and Bar is a 2-minute walk away, serving a selection of national and international cuisine prepared with the freshest seasonal ingredients. The outdoor swimming pool area features sun loungers, where guests can relax after a plunge in the pool. Table tennis is also available for those more energetic. Guests can park their car in front of Pinheiros, and there is an airport shuttle service available to Faro International Airport, located 42 km away. Oura’s lively clubs and bars are a 10-minute drive away.Show full description
Guest House.Creative. Great location. Popular among women. Hostel Casa dos Arcos - Charm Guesthouse is set on an 18th century palace located in the the centre of Albufeira's Old Town, a 2-minute walk from the beach. Guests can enjoy the lounge bar in the garden. Albufeira Marina is 1.2 km from Hostel Casa dos Arcos - Charm Guesthouse, while The Strip - Albufeira is 2.3 km from the property. The property features various living areas where guests can relax. Certain units feature views of the garden or city. Rooms have a private bathroom. You will find luggage storage space at the property. Faro Airport is 26 km away.Show full description
I think this is the most creative and historic guest house in Albufeira.
Apartment.Great value. Located in Albufeira, Marina Sea Residence offers a panoramic view of the Albufeira Marina and access to a welcoming outdoor pool. This self-catering accommodation features free WiFi and is just 1 km from the Peneco beach. These elegant air-conditioned apartments include a private bathroom with a bath, a shower, a bidet, a hairdryer and free toiletries. They also include a balcony, a living room with a dining area, a double sofa bed and a flat-screen satellite TV. Guests are welcome to cook to their own meals using the fully equipped kitchen available at the accommodation. Alternatively guests may prefer to dine out and try the fish and seafood specialities served at the restaurants within walking distance. The Pescadores Beach is 1.2 km away and the famous Oura Strip and Oura Beach are 4 km away. Albufeira Shopping is 3 km away and Faro International Airport is 45 km away.Show full description
This apartment has great affordability and outstanding views.
Apartment.Charming. Great bar. Boasting air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, pool view and a balcony, Admirable 1 bedroom Marina view apt. Albufeira is situated in Albufeira. The apartment features facilities for disabled guests. The spacious apartment with a terrace and sea views has 1 bedroom, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a bidet. Among the facilities at this property are a lift and full-day security, along with free WiFi throughout the property. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. The property has an outdoor dining area. A minimarket is available at the apartment. Guests at the apartment can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Popular points of interest near Admirable 1 bedroom Marina view apt. Albufeira include Praia da Baleeira, Peneco Beach and Risco Beach. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 47 km from the accommodation.Show full description
Apartment.Stylish. Great views. Located in Albufeira, a 2-minute walk from Albufeira Marina, 1.3 km from Old Town Square and 1.5 km from Fisherman's Beach, Marina View Apartment provides accommodation with a balcony and free WiFi. Housed in a building dating from 2003, this apartment is 3.5 km from The Strip - Albufeira and 3.6 km from Oura Beach. This apartment with marina views features a bathroom with a bath, bidet and free toiletries. The apartment offers an outdoor pool. The kitchen is fitted with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, as well as a coffee machine. Algarve Shopping Center is 5 km from Marina View Apartment, while Nossa Senhora da Orada Hermitage is 200 metres from the property. Faro Airport is 27 km away.Show full description
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