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, less than 1 km from Evaristo Beach, W Algarve provides accommodation with a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre and a garden. This 5-star hotel offers an ATM and a concierge service. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and free WiFi throughout the property. At the hotel each room comes 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. The rooms come with a coffee machine, while certain rooms include a kitchen with a fridge, an oven and a dishwasher. At W Algarve rooms are equipped with bed linen and towels. The daily breakfast offers buffet, continental or vegetarian options. At the accommodation you will find a restaurant serving Italian, Mediterranean and Portuguese cuisine. Vegetarian, vegan and dairy-free options can also be requested. W Algarve offers a terrace. Balbina Beach is 1 km from the hotel, while Castelo Beach is 1.2 km away. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 50 km from W Algarve. Show full description Guest review score 9.1, rooms from around 327 EUR.

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• 2 NAU Salgados Dunas Suites Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. The deluxe Salgados Dunas Suites 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 accommodation at the hotel features private bathrooms with hairdryer and free toiletries, flat-screen cable TV, minibar and a balcony. The hotel features an à la carte restaurant, where guests can enjoy traditional Portuguese dishes as well as international flavours. 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. Salgados Dunas Suites is 6 km 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. Show full description

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• 3 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, 8 restaurants and a seasonal water sports centre. 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 11 restaurants 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 315 EUR.

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• 4 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 boasts 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 centre 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 centre for business and social events. Faro International Airport is 30 km away and Albufeira’s city centre 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 355 EUR.

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• 5 Pine Cliffs Gardens Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Pine Cliffs Gardens is a luxury resort in a naturally beautiful location, 800 metres 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 programmes just for them. The historical Old Town of Albufeira is 9 km away and the fishing town of Olhos de Água is 2 km away. Faro international airport is 33 km 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 authorisation form and present a copy of the person's ID and credit card.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 9.0, rooms from around 351 EUR.

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• 6 W Residences Algarve Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Attractively set in the Sesmarias district of Albufeira, W Residences Algarve is situated 3.2 km from Albufeira Marina, 5 km from Albufeira Old Town Square and 5 km from Fisherman's Beach. The property is set 6 km from Algarve Shopping Center, 7 km from The Strip - Albufeira and 3. 4 km from Nossa Senhora da Orada Hermitage. Some rooms at the property have a balcony with a sea view. Church of Sant'Ana is 4.2 km from the hotel, while Church of Sao Sebastiao - Sacred Art Museum is 4.3 km from the property. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 30 km from W Residences Algarve. Show full description Guest review score 8.9, rooms from around 399 EUR.

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• 7 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 programmes 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 programme, 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 9 km away and the fishing town of Olhos de Água is 2 km away. Faro international Airport is 33 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.7, rooms from around 360 EUR.

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• 8 Pine Cliffs Village Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Situated 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 cancellations 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 8.7, rooms from around 306 EUR.

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• 9 Pine Cliffs Residence, a Luxury Collection Resort, Algarve Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. 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. WiFi is available in all rooms. All guest rooms at the Pine Cliffs Residence are equipped with satellite TV and air conditioning. In addition, every unit has kitchen including a microwave and a refrigerator. The resort features a wide variety of restaurants and bars, serving a range of local and international foods and beverages. Guest can dine at The Beach Bar, the "O Grill" restaurant, or relax on the cliff-top sun lounge. Guests can make use of a variety of recreational facilities, including floodlit tennis courts, a fitness centre and massage treatments. Pine Cliffs also has direct access to the beach where guests can enjoy diverse water sports. Pine Cliffs Residence is 7 km from Albufeira and 30 km from Faro. Free on-site parking is available. Show full description Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 396 EUR.

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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 specialised staff. The Grande Real Santa Eulália includes accommodation 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 pool with Thalasso Circuit, massage rooms, relaxation areas, a sauna, a cocoon, a hamman, a gym and other wellness facilities. The Realito Kids Club offers music, games and entertainment for children of various ages. During the summer guests can unwind at the Le Club disco. Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort & Hotel Spa provides free parking outdoor or in subterranean garages. Balaia Golf Course is 1 km away, the Albufeira Old Town area is 4.6 km away while the lively Oura Strip is just 1.7 km away. The extensive Falésia Beach is 3.4 km away and Faro International Airport is 36 km away. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 146 EUR.

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• 11 NAU Sao Rafael Atlantico Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Overlooking the sea, Sao Rafael Atlantico 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 sunbath decking lounges. Opening out onto private terraces, the bright and airy rooms at Sao Rafael Atlantico offer ocean or extensive garden views. Rooms are decorated in soft tones with minimal designer furnishings. En suite bathrooms include power showers and free toiletries. All rooms come with free WiFi access. There is 1 buffet dining room, and an à la carte restaurant, featuring Mediterranean specialities in a sophisticated and intimate environment. The gym is well-equipped for cardio and fitness and there are 3 outdoor swimming pools. The Sao Rafael Atlantico is only a 10-minute drive from Albufeira. Show full description Guest review score 8.5, rooms from around 182 EUR.

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• 12 NAU Salgados Palace 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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• 13 VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve Albufeira, Portugal

  

  Resort. Offering a beachfront location, with direct access to Salgados Beach, the 5-star VidaMar Algarve 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 Algarve VidaMar feature floor-to-ceiling windows and a sofa bed. Bathrooms have walk-in rain showers. The resort includes the Ocean restaurant, which features a varied range of cuisines and meal options. The on site Primadonna restaurant also has meals available, strictly on a take away basis. VidaMar Algarve Hotel’s facilities include Mar Club, a bar and Vida Club, a Kids Club for children from 4 to 12 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. Show full description Guest review score 8.2, rooms from around 155 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 3 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 7.9, rooms from around 110 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 7.3, rooms from around 130 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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