Luxury hotels in Albufeira

Hey! When I travel I love to stay at luxurious hotels - especially the kind of places that offer over the top extras and really spoil their guests with great service, nice spas, awesome restaurants and beautiful views. What more can you want? To save some time, I've put together this list of my favourite 5-star hotels and resorts in Albufeira. I hope you will like it!

• 1 W Algarve Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Located in Albufeira, a 12-minute walk from Balbina Beach, W Algarve provides accommodations with an outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness center and a garden. With a terrace, the property also features a bar. The property has a 24-hour front desk, airport transportation, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. Guest rooms at the hotel come with air conditioning, a seating area, a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a safety deposit box and a private bathroom with a bidet, free toiletries and a hairdryer. Each room comes with a coffee machine, while certain rooms include a kitchen with a fridge, a dishwasher and an oven. All rooms will provide guests with a closet and an electric tea pot. Buffet and continental breakfast options are available at W Algarve. At the accommodation you'll find a restaurant serving Italian, Mediterranean and Portuguese cuisine. Vegetarian, dairy-free and vegan options can also be requested. W Algarve has a playground. You can play table tennis at this 5-star hotel, and bike rental and car rental are available. Albufeira Marina is 2 miles from the hotel, while Old Town Square is 3.9 miles away. Faro Airport is 31 miles from the property. Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 631 EUR.

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• 2 Pine Cliffs Hotel, a Luxury Collection Resort, Algarve Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. This 5-star hotel has a stunning cliff-top location above Portugal’s longest beach, Praia da Falésia. It features luxury spa facilities and a seasonal water sports center. All of the beautifully decorated rooms and suites at Pine Cliffs Hotel include LCD TVs. All rooms also include furnished balconies with resort, garden or sea views. Pine Cliffs Hotel features a choice of 18 outlets and bars, some of them seasonal, including specialists in Japanese and international food. Guests can dine in pool-side areas or enjoy a drink in cliff-top locations, with views of the Atlantic Ocean. Pine Cliffs features 5 tennis courts, a 9-hole golf course, a beach club and a mini golf. For children and teenagers, the seasonal Junior Club provides a variety of activities such as mini-golf and football. The property is a 40-minute drive from Faro International Airport. Free on-site car parking is available. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 502 EUR.

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• 3 The Westin Salgados Beach Resort, Algarve Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. The deluxe The Westin Salgados Beach Resort, Algarve is a 2-minute walk from Salgados Beach, through an exclusive pathway built over the dunes. The 5-star hotel has 6 outdoor swimming pools and modern rooms with panoramic views. The air-conditioned accommodations at the hotel features private bathrooms with hairdryer and free toiletries, flat-screen cable TV, mini-bar and a balcony. The hotel features an à la carte restaurant, where guests can enjoy traditional Portuguese dishes as well as international flavors. The restaurant includes a scenic terrace area. A lounge bar with a terrace is also available. Following a dip in one of the swimming pools, guests can relax in the nearby sun loungers and enjoy the tranquil surroundings. The poolside area overlooks the green garden and features a snack bar, where refreshing cocktails and light meals are served. Guests wishing to explore the area without their cars can do so by renting bicycles with the hotel’s 24-hour front desk. Seasonal entertainment programs and a seasonal Kids Club are a part of the hotel’s entertainment offers. Babysitting services are provided, at an extra fee. It is a 6-minute walk from the famed Salgados Golf, with its green 18-hole courses. The Westin Salgados Beach Resort, Algarve is 3.7 mi away from Albufeira and its extensive beaches. It is a 40-minute drive from the Faro International Airport and there is a shuttle service available, for a surcharge. Please note that during high season, guests are required to be identifiable by using a discrete bracelet provided by Salgados Dunas Suites. Guests booking on Non-Refundable Rates should inform Salgados Dunas Suites of their invoicing details (Name, Address and VAT number) at the time of booking. Show full description

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• 4 Vila Joya Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Resort. The 5-star Vila Joya features 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 mini-bar, 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 25 mi 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

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• 5 W Residences Algarve Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Attractively set in the Sesmarias district of Albufeira, W Residences Algarve is located 2 mi from Albufeira Marina, 3.1 mi from Albufeira Old Town Square and 3.1 mi from Evaristo Beach. The property is set 3.7 mi from Algarve Shopping Center, 4.3 mi from The Strip - Albufeira and 2.1 mi from Nossa Senhora da Orada Hermitage. Some rooms at the property have a balcony with a sea view. Church of Sant'Ana is 2.6 mi from the hotel, while Church of Sao Sebastiao - Sacred Art Museum is 2.7 mi from the property. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 19 mi from W Residences Algarve. Show full description Guest review score 9.4, rooms from around 901 EUR.

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• 6 EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Located between Vilamoura and Albufeira and overlooking Falésia Beach, EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel offers luxury accommodations set in a landscaped pinewood with direct access to the beach, an extensive spa, an indoor pool and five outdoor swimming pools. Rooms at EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel are generously sized and in a contemporary design, complemented by white marble bathrooms with rain showers and bathtubs. All rooms also offer a balcony with ocean, pool or resort views. Free WiFi access is available throughout the resort. EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel features 5 restaurants – Abyad, Al Quimia, Open Deck, Lima and Uddo - that offer a contemporary menu filled with sophisticated tastes that will take our guests on a trip into the world different flavors, focusing specially on Algarvian ones. Enjoy your late afternoon or evening with a relaxing drink in the trendy Bluum Bar. Recreational facilities include a multi-sports court, a fitness center and an extensive spa. For families with children (ages from 4 to 12 years old), a seasonal kids’ club provides supervised activities and care, so that parents can take a break and relax for a while. EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel features a congress center for business and social events. Faro International Airport is 19 mi away and Albufeira’s city center is a 15-minute drive away. Free on-site car parking is available. The property features direct access to the beach. Show full description Guest review score 9.0, rooms from around 442 EUR.

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• 7 Pine Cliffs Gardens Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Pine Cliffs Gardens is a luxury resort in a naturally beautiful location, 2625 feet from the Atlantic beaches. It features a variety of wellness facilities and restaurants as well as direct access to the famous Falésia Beach. All 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments come with WiFi, satellite TV and air conditioning and also include a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances. In the evenings, guests can relax at one of the bars or dine at any of a wide array of restaurants, offering different gastronomic experiences. A complimentary resort shuttle is available throughout the day offering easy access to all activities and restaurants in the resort. Guests staying at the Pine Cliffs Gardens have access to all facilities throughout the Pine Cliffs Resort, including golf, tennis, football, water sports and the Porto Pirata children's area with special programs just for them. The historical Old Town of Albufeira is 5.6 mi away and the fishing town of Olhos de Água is 1.2 mi away. Faro international airport is 21 mi away. Free on-site parking is available. The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property. For reservations made by a third party, you will need to complete an authorization form and present a copy of the person's ID and credit card.Please note that breakfast buffet is available for a EUR 28 surcharge per day. Please contact the reception to add it to the stay. Please note that half board rates include breakfast and dinner buffet (excluding drinks). Alternatively, half board rates entitles guests to a EUR 45 dinner credit in other resort outlets, excluding room service and Yakuza Restaurant. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 1209 EUR.

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• 8 Pine Cliffs Ocean Suites, a Luxury Collection Resort & Spa, Algarve Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. 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, restaurants as well as direct access to famous Falésia Beach. Featuring terracotta and tile flooring, these suites offer views of the resort, pool or garden. Introducing an open plan bathroom concept, each suite is equipped with WiFi and a flat-screen TV. The 1 and 2-bedroom suites include a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances. In the evenings guests can relax at one of the bars or dine at any of a wide array of restaurants, offering different gastronomic experiences. Children are welcome at the on-site kids club and enjoy special programs just for them. Guests staying at the Pine Cliffs Ocean Suites have access to all facilities throughout the Pine Cliffs Resort, including golf, tennis, football, water sports and the Porto Pirata children's area. Member of the Green Key program, The Pine Cliffs Ocean Suites offers an outdoor pool, as well as access to further 6 outdoor pools, children's pools and a heated indoor pool in the resort. Adults have free access to Serenity Spa and 10% discount on all treatments at Serenity and Style. A complimentary seasonal shuttle is available throughout the day offering easy access to all activities and restaurants in the resort. The historical Old Town of Albufeira is 5.6 mi away and the fishing town of Olhos de Água is 1.2 mi away. Faro international Airport is 21 mi away. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 1192 EUR.

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• 9 Algarve Marriott Salgados Golf Resort & Spa Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. The luxurious 5-star Salgados Palace is next to the Salgados Golf and features scenic ocean views. The hotel features 3 outdoor swimming pools, a SPA & Wellness Centre as well as restaurants and bars with panoramic views. The modern rooms at the Salgados Palace feature a private entrance, bathroom, flat-screen cable TV and a minibar. Some rooms also feature a balcony and views over the ocean and the golf course. Guests can enjoy local and international cuisine in one of the property’s à la carte restaurants. The restaurants feature plenty of natural light and offer views over the property, the golf course and the ocean. Breakfast is served each morning in the bright dining rooms. A snack bar is available, for lighter meals. Also featured are lounge bars, where refreshing drinks are served. The outdoor swimming pools feature sun loungers and a terrace, where guests can quietly relax following a swim. The Spa & Wellness centre is accessible for a surcharge, available only to guests with 16 or older, and features a heated indoor swimming pool, Turkish bath and a sauna. Massages are also available, at a surcharge. The hotel also features a state-of-the-art business centre. Free WiFi access is available in public areas. It is a 2-minute walk from the famed Salgados Golf, with its green 18-hole courses. Salgados Beach is a 5-minute drive away. The Albufeira city centre is a 16-minute drive and the Salgados Palace is a 29-minute drive from the famous cliff-surrounded Falésia Beach. The Faro International Airport is a 40-minute drive away from the Salgados Palace. Show full description

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• 10 Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort & Hotel Spa Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. 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 Thalassotherapy Spa with specialized staff. The Grande Real Santa Eulália includes accommodations that will fit every families’ need. Each room, suite or apartment comes with air conditioning, digital TV and a balcony. Guests may prepare their own meals if they are accommodated on a self-catering unit. Alternatively there are 3 restaurants on site which offer a variety of options to guests from Portuguese to International cuisine. In the evening guests may relax at one of the on-site bars. In addition there are 3 pool bars serving refreshments and snacks. The Real Spa Therapy includes 17 treatment rooms, a dynamic seawater pool with thermal Thalasso Circuit for adults, massage rooms, relaxation areas, a sauna, a cocoon, a hammam, a gym and other wellness facilities such as a seasonal heated indoor pool for families with serene water, hydrotherapy benefits and a playful environment. The use of the wellness facilities is subject to conditions that require consultation under the "Fine Print" section. The Realito Kids Club offers music, games and entertainment for children of various ages. During summer guests can unwind at the Le Club Algarve disco open July and August featuring sushi and steakhouse in their culinary offer. Tasty handmade fresh pizzas cooked to perfection in an artisan brick oven are also available from June to September at the on-site Pizzeria Artigianale whose informal and welcoming atmosphere, including outside seating, make it ideal for family dinners. Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort & Hotel Spa provides free parking outdoor or in subterranean garages. Balaia Golf Course is 0.6 mi away, the Albufeira Old Town area is 2.9 mi away while the lively Oura Strip is just 1.1 mi away. The extensive Falésia Beach is 2.1 mi away and Faro International Airport is 22 mi away. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 371 EUR.

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• 11 Kimpton Atlantico Algarve by IHG Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Overlooking the sea, Kimpton Atlantico Algarve, an IHG Hotel is an ultra-modern 5-star complex with direct and private access to São Rafael Beach. It features 2 indoor heated pools, an extensive spa, and sunbathing areas. Opening out onto private terraces, the bright and spacious rooms at Kimpton Atlantico Algarve, an IHG Hotel offer ocean or extensive garden views. Rooms are decorated in soft tones with minimal designer furnishings. Private bathrooms include showers and free toiletries. All rooms include free Wi-Fi access. There is 1 buffet dining room, and an à la carte restaurant, featuring Mediterranean specialties in a sophisticated and intimate environment. The gym is well-equipped for cardio and fitness and there are 3 outdoor swimming pools. The Kimpton Atlantico Algarve, an IHG Hotel is only a 10-minute drive from Albufeira. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 380 EUR.

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• 12 Wine & Books by the Sea, Algarve Resort Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Offering a beachfront location, with direct access to Salgados Beach, the 5-star Wine & Books by the Sea, Algarve Resort features contemporary rooms, swimming pools and lush green gardens. Salgados Beach is a 3-minute walk from the hotel, while Albufeira is a 10-minute drive away. The elegant rooms at Wine & Books by the Sea, Algarve Resort feature floor-to-ceiling windows. Bathrooms have walk-in rain showers. The resort includes the Moby Dick restaurant, which features a varied range of cuisines and meal options. The on site Primadonna restaurant you'll find classic homemade Italian recipes like the authentic Spaghetti alla Carbonara. Also on the Coco's Restaurant right next to the palm tree garden and halfway to the beach path is this lovely eatery, specializing in delightful lunch, dinner menus, including the freshest fish and the tastiest seafood. Wine & Books by the Sea, Algarve Resort facilities include Mar Club, a Kids Club for children from 3 to 11 years old. Golf lovers can also enjoy a round of golf in the Salgados Golf Course, at a 5-minute drive. The A2 and A22 motorways are a 15-minute drive, offering links to the rest of the Algarve and Lisbon. The 24-hour reception can arrange a shuttle service to Faro International Airport, located a 40-minute drive away. Please note that for group reservations with 3 or more rooms, special conditions and additional charges may apply Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 430 EUR.

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• 13 Pine Cliffs Village Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Located on a cliff-top surrounded by pine trees. It features pools, a tennis courts, a spa and a golf course. The bright suites and villas of the Pine Cliffs Village & Golf Suites are decorated with tiled bathrooms. They are all equipped with satellite TV and air conditioning and include terraces; some have a private swimming pool. During school holidays, an extensive range of activities is organized by experienced staff at the Porto Pirata Children’s Club. A well-equipped gym with a personal trainer can help guests stay fit. Located within the Aldeia Das Acoteias Natural Reserve, Pine Cliffs Village & Golf Suites is a 15-minute drive from central Albufeira. Free parking is available on site. Please note that check-in and check-out are made at the reception of the Pine Cliffs Ocean Suites. Please note that after arrival, any cancelations or reductions of stay will be fully charged. Please note that breakfast buffet is available for a EUR 25 surcharge per day. Please contact the reception to add it to the stay. Please note that half board rates include breakfast and dinner buffet (excluding drinks). Alternatively, half board rates entitles guests to a EUR 45 dinner credit in other resort outlets, excluding room service and Yakuza Restaurant. Show full description Guest review score 8.3, rooms from around 1017 EUR.

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• 14 NAU Sao Rafael Suites - All Inclusive Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Overlooking the stunning São Rafael Beach, the luxurious 5-star Sao Rafael Suites is a 5-minute drive from Albufeira. It features fantastic sea and garden views and offers free parking. The modern and stylish rooms and suites at Sao Rafael Suites come with a balcony and offer land or sea views. Each features modern facilities and is equipped with a minibar, a private bathroom with free toiletries and a seating area with a satellite TV. Sao Rafael Suites serves an elegant buffet for breakfast. The hotel’s 2 restaurants also serve delicious international and Mediterranean dishes for lunch and dinner. Drinks are served on the hotel's terrace, which boasts fantastic ocean views. Guests can lounge at the hotel’s swimming pools or get a massage at the wellness centre. Show full description

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• 15 Grand Muthu Forte do Vale Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Aparthotel. Forte Do Vale offers apartments with a kitchenette and a private balcony, just 500 metres from Forte Beach in Albufeira. The air-conditioned apartments of Hotel Apartamento Forte Do Vale are bright and airy and feature a modern and colourful interior. All apartments have floor-to-ceiling windows, satellite TV and a private bathroom. The outdoor swimming pool is surrounded by a spacious terrace equipped with sun loungers. Free WiFi can be accessed in public areas. Hotel Apartamento Forte Do Vale's restaurant offers local and international cuisine. The bar serves a wide variety of drinks and light snacks. Many Albufeira restaurants, bars, and shops are within walking distance of Forte Do Vale. Santa Eulália Beach is 2.2 km from the hotel, and the Modelo Shopping Center is 1.2 km away. Balaia Golf Course is 3 km away and Faro International Airport is 33 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 142 EUR.

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• 16 Grand Muthu Oura View Beach Club Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Aparthotel. Oura-View Beach Club is located directly on Praia da Oura Beach. It features spacious self-catering apartments and a large outdoor pool area situated within gardens overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Each of the studios and apartments have a separate seating area with satellite TV. Some accommodation do not feature a fully equipped kitchen. Breakfast is served in the Terrace Bar or the Aqua Restaurant. A bar is available providing views over the ocean and swimming pool. Water sports are available down on the beach, and there are numerous golf courses within a short drive of the hotel. Oura-View Beach Club is 30 km from Faro International Airport. Show full description Guest review score 7.7, rooms from around 501 EUR.

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• 17 Grand Muthu Forte Da Oura Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Aparthotel. Just 350 metres from Praia Da Oura beach, the 5-star Grand Muthu Forte Da Oura offers free WiFi in public areas and spacious apartments with a balcony. It also features an outdoor pool and tennis court. All air-conditioned apartments are spaciously laid out and provide furnished balconies, ideal for relaxing in the sunshine. The kitchenette is fitted with microwave and refrigerator and the living room has a seating area with sofa bed and satellite TV. Grand Muthu Forte Da Oura’s pool area has plenty of loungers for soaking up the sun and for children there is a kids' pool and a playground. Guests can play tennis on the on-site court. They also enjoy special privileges at nearby golf courses. The hotel’s surroundings offer plenty of opportunities for dinner and night-time entertainment. Forte Da Oura’s reception is staffed 24 hours per day. It can assist in planning guests’ stay in Albufeira or arranging water sports activities on the beach. Guests enjoy free private parking. Show full description

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