California Urban Beach Hotel
$80
/ night
Avg. for November
Prices for California Urban Beach Hotel
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$80
/ night
Avg. for November
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at California Urban Beach Hotel average $72 in January, the cheapest month, and $257 in July, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $72 |
| February | $75 |
| March | $112 |
| April | $135 |
| May | $168 |
| June | $220 |
| July | $257 |
| August | $233 |
| September | $231 |
| October | $160 |
| November | $80 |
| December | $85 |
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Most expensive: July (~$257)
Cheapest: January (~$72)
About this property
HeadLine : Near Albufeira Old Town Square
Location : With a stay at The New California Hotel - Adults Only, you ll be centrally located in Albufeira, steps from Fisherman s Beach and 3 minutes by foot from Albufeira Old Town Square. This hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from Albufeira Beach and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from Sao Rafael Beach.
Rooms : Make yourself at home in one of the 80 air-conditioned rooms featuring espresso makers. Bathrooms have bathtubs and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and complimentary bottled water.
Dining : Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the hotel s room service (during limited hours). Relax with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Full breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.
Renovations : This property will be closed from 03 December 2018 to 31 May 2019 for renovations and will resume operation once the renovation is complete (completion date subject to change). This property is closed from 04 December 2018 to 31 May 2019 (dates subject to change).
CheckIn Instructions : Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card are required at check-in for incidental charges.
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges. Special requests cannot be guaranteed. No onsite parking is available.
Disclaimer notification: Amenities are subject to availability and may be chargeable as per the hotel policy.
Swimming pool
24-Hour Reception
Elevator / Lift
Room Service
Massage / Beauty Centre
Bar / Lounge
Location
Rua Joaquim Pedro Samora nº2, 2, Albufeira Old Town, Albufeira, Portugal
Room options
Double Room S
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony For Adults Only
Standard Single Street Light View Adults Only
1 King Standard Street Light View
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View For Adults Only
King Suite with Balcony
Double Twin Standard Room with Balcony
Single Room Balcony
Double with Views
Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony
Standard Room Street Light View Double Use Adults Only
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Light View) For Adults Only
Single Room Street View
Double Room Balcony
Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Street Light View) For Adults Only
Double Room
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed
Standard Room
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony
Standard Double Street Light View Adults Only
Standard King Room with Balcony and Pool View
Standard Room with Balcony
Standard Room with Balcony and Pool View
Standard Room, 1 King Bed
Standard Single Room with Balcony Adults Only
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony, Pool View
Premium Room with Balcony
Premium Room For Adults Only
Premium Room(1 King Bed) For Adults Only
Standard King Room with Balcony
Standard Single Room with Balcony
Standard Single Room
Suite, 1 King Bed For Adults Only
Premium Room
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony
Standard Room with Balcony Double Use Adults Only
Standard Room, 1 King Bed For Adults Only
Room Assigned on Arrival For Adults Only
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed, Balcony
Single Room
Standard Suite
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony For Adults Only
Suite, 1 King Bed
Suite, 1 King Bed, Balcony For Adults Only
Double with Balcony
Standard Suite with Balcony
Standard Room, 1 King Bed (Street Light View)
Double Twin Standard Room Street Light View Single Use
King Suite
Standard Double Room with Balcony Adults Only
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed(1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed)
Double Twin Standard Room with Balcony Single Use
King Suite with Sofa Bed
Double Twin Standard Room Street Light View
Standard King Room
Premium Room(1 King Bed)
Standard Room For Adults Only
Double Room Street View
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed For Adults Only
Premium King Room with Balcony
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa Bed(1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed) For Adults Only
Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Balcony For Adults Only
Standard Room, 1 Double Bed (Light View)
Guest reviews of California Urban Beach Hotel
8.6
Fabulous
Based on 683 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Couple
53%
Family
9%
Group
32%
Solo
3%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
California Urban Beach Hotel draws praise for its lively, central location near the Old Town, beach, restaurants, and bars, but many guests warn about very loud nightlife noise that can last until 3–5 a.m., affecting light sleepers.
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California Urban Beach Hotel draws praise for its lively, central location near the Old Town, beach, restaurants, and bars, but many guests warn about very loud nightlife noise that can last until 3–5 a.m., affecting light sleepers.
Many highlight friendly, helpful staff, good breakfasts, and a stylish pool and spa area. Common drawbacks include difficult or absent parking, an unheated pool, a very basic gym, and some rooms with open-plan bathrooms or awkward layouts. Cleanliness is generally strong, though a few guests reported housekeeping lapses. Best suited to travellers who want a lively, central base close to the action.
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Facilities
Rooftop pool and bar and the spa get frequent praise, with a lively vibe; laundry is available. Recurring downsides are very limited or no on-site parking, an unheated/cold pool, and a minimal gym.
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Summer
Apr 4, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was off season and the weather was cold and rainy (end of March) so I didn’t get a good showing of the property. The pool was closed and run-down looking. I rented a car and drove down from Lisbon. Which was great, until I got to the hotel. The streets are so narrow…You really can’t even pull over to get your bags out. You have to park almost a mile away. So I would recommend not staying here if you have a car. With that said, everything around there is walkable and the location is good and Albufria,. The hotel itself is very confusing since it’s built on it hill and you have to change elevators to go to the bottom or top. I found it honestly a little eerie walking around the hotel… especially as a solo traveler. The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful.
It was off season and the weather was cold and rainy (end of March) so I didn’t get a good showing of the property. The pool was closed and run-down looking. I rented a car and drove down from Lisbon. Which was great, until I got to the hotel. The streets are so narrow…You really can’t even pull over to get your bags out. You have to park almost a mile away. So I would recommend not staying here if you have a car. With that said, everything around there is walkable and the location is good and Albufria,. The hotel itself is very confusing since it’s built on it hill and you have to change elevators to go to the bottom or top. I found it honestly a little eerie walking around the hotel… especially as a solo traveler. The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful.
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Trina
Oct 4, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel was nice & had easy access to restaurants, shopping and beach. Quite Noisy until bars close but all hotels in Albufeira may have this issue. Very cold pool.
Hotel was nice & had easy access to restaurants, shopping and beach. Quite Noisy until bars close but all hotels in Albufeira may have this issue. Very cold pool.
8
Patricia
Oct 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good hotel very central location. Would be easy to get to by car except for long term construction closing the direct road. An unpleasant surprise, however the staff did their very best to redirect and we made it. Had to find street parking. There is a free parking lot about 10 minutes walk. Hilly.
Good hotel very central location. Would be easy to get to by car except for long term construction closing the direct road. An unpleasant surprise, however the staff did their very best to redirect and we made it. Had to find street parking. There is a free parking lot about 10 minutes walk. Hilly.
8
Elizabeth
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This was our first time we stayed in the hotel and it certainly did not disappoint. From check in to check out, our experience was excellent. From funky rooms to the DJ playing by the pool in the afternoon, it really was brilliant. Although located in the centre of the old town and near the night life, the rooms are so well sound proofed we really didn’t hear much of the noise. Nice spa but small. I would definitely recommend this hotel and can’t wait to stay again
This was our first time we stayed in the hotel and it certainly did not disappoint. From check in to check out, our experience was excellent. From funky rooms to the DJ playing by the pool in the afternoon, it really was brilliant. Although located in the centre of the old town and near the night life, the rooms are so well sound proofed we really didn’t hear much of the noise. Nice spa but small. I would definitely recommend this hotel and can’t wait to stay again
10
Kourosh
Sep 4, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Great Hotel, in a great location, with a lovely rooftop pool. The room was beautiful! the food and drink was superb. The spa was one of the best we had ever been to. The staff were so friendly and always willing to help. We will definitely be back! thank you Hotel California for making our stay so special.
Great Hotel, in a great location, with a lovely rooftop pool. The room was beautiful! the food and drink was superb. The spa was one of the best we had ever been to. The staff were so friendly and always willing to help. We will definitely be back! thank you Hotel California for making our stay so special.
6
Aleksi
Nov 27, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Everything was fine, but how can you say in the revievs that you have a gyn😂. You dont have a gym. You have two devices in the balkony wich have nothing to do with gym.
Everything was fine, but how can you say in the revievs that you have a gyn😂. You dont have a gym. You have two devices in the balkony wich have nothing to do with gym.
4
Jiannan
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Parking was extremely difficult, we had to drive a few circles to just get a chance to unload stuff as there’s no parking options and drivers behind just rudely harass us to drive on. We arrived 3am and almost couldn’t check in due to parking situation. Front desk person only allowed us to use the parking area in the front (at 3am) after we were so frustrated and decided to leave and not check into the hotel. Will not book this hotel again due to their location and inconvenient parking situation. Also there was no VIP room upgrade as I supposed to get according to the booking agency. The room we got was very inconveniently located, we had to take elevator from 8 to 6, then walk through a passage, take another elevator from 6 to 4, walk a long passage to reach a room that you can see a super dirty rooftop outside of the window. Overall this is the wordy hotel experience I’ve ever had after traveling to many countries many locations. Can’t be more disappointed.
Parking was extremely difficult, we had to drive a few circles to just get a chance to unload stuff as there’s no parking options and drivers behind just rudely harass us to drive on. We arrived 3am and almost couldn’t check in due to parking situation. Front desk person only allowed us to use the parking area in the front (at 3am) after we were so frustrated and decided to leave and not check into the hotel. Will not book this hotel again due to their location and inconvenient parking situation. Also there was no VIP room upgrade as I supposed to get according to the booking agency. The room we got was very inconveniently located, we had to take elevator from 8 to 6, then walk through a passage, take another elevator from 6 to 4, walk a long passage to reach a room that you can see a super dirty rooftop outside of the window. Overall this is the wordy hotel experience I’ve ever had after traveling to many countries many locations. Can’t be more disappointed.
8
Mary
Oct 1, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Convenient location but parking is a challenge. Also because you are right in the center of old town the noise does go on throughout the night.
Convenient location but parking is a challenge. Also because you are right in the center of old town the noise does go on throughout the night.
10
Karen Chi Ang
Sep 19, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
We fully enjoyed our stay here. The breakfast every morning was phenomenal, the staff all very friendly and accommodating. Location was so convenient, you can come right out onto the street and there’s a convenience store steps from the entrance! The gym is quite minimal, so we went to the Marina du Albufeira and got a week’s pass at the Luxury Fitness there. The pillows are a bit on the small/soft side, but I’m sure they would have given us extras had we asked (we were always just so tired when we got back to the room!) We also found the room quite soundproof, despite being so close to the busy street and pool.
We fully enjoyed our stay here. The breakfast every morning was phenomenal, the staff all very friendly and accommodating. Location was so convenient, you can come right out onto the street and there’s a convenience store steps from the entrance! The gym is quite minimal, so we went to the Marina du Albufeira and got a week’s pass at the Luxury Fitness there. The pillows are a bit on the small/soft side, but I’m sure they would have given us extras had we asked (we were always just so tired when we got back to the room!) We also found the room quite soundproof, despite being so close to the busy street and pool.
10
irina
Dec 25, 2022
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Stayed 19,350 nights
Brilliant location, close to everything, very friendly staff, great amenities, amazing indoor pool and sauna, close by shops and restaurants. I would recommend and i would book again.
Brilliant location, close to everything, very friendly staff, great amenities, amazing indoor pool and sauna, close by shops and restaurants. I would recommend and i would book again.
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Cleanliness
Many reviews describe the hotel and rooms as very clean. A few report housekeeping inconsistencies and isolated pest issues or diluted toiletries.
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Richard
May 26, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
I'd seen the reviews & knew it could be noisey but I didn't expect it to be so bad. Our room was fifth floor, above bar street & it was bouncing from 1700 til 0500. We slept fine though & didn't bother to ask for a move. The toilet and shower were actually within the room & the only privacy was behind a glass screen.We killed 4 cockroaches in the room during our last 2 nights. The bed was massive and very comfortable.
I'd seen the reviews & knew it could be noisey but I didn't expect it to be so bad. Our room was fifth floor, above bar street & it was bouncing from 1700 til 0500. We slept fine though & didn't bother to ask for a move. The toilet and shower were actually within the room & the only privacy was behind a glass screen.We killed 4 cockroaches in the room during our last 2 nights. The bed was massive and very comfortable.
10
Janice
Oct 13, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Fantastic modern contemporary hotel, fresh, clean, as many have said this is in a noisy spot but if you prepared for that it's a great location for everything, food lovely, staff great, would be better if there was a kettle in the room rather than a silly little expresso machine.
Fantastic modern contemporary hotel, fresh, clean, as many have said this is in a noisy spot but if you prepared for that it's a great location for everything, food lovely, staff great, would be better if there was a kettle in the room rather than a silly little expresso machine.
10
Jill
Oct 4, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Great hotel. Clean and quiet in a very busy area. Convenient 3 min walk to beach. Breakfast is amazing!
Great hotel. Clean and quiet in a very busy area. Convenient 3 min walk to beach. Breakfast is amazing!
10
Tecla
Aug 15, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
The property was in a very popular area with plenty of restaurants to choose from. Very clean and staff very polite
The property was in a very popular area with plenty of restaurants to choose from. Very clean and staff very polite
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Stephen
Feb 23, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The property was in a great location. It was not as clean as I would have liked. The biggest problem was my partner and I got over forty bed bug bites. When we reported this the desk clerk said they were sorry but found it hard to believe!
The property was in a great location. It was not as clean as I would have liked. The biggest problem was my partner and I got over forty bed bug bites. When we reported this the desk clerk said they were sorry but found it hard to believe!
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Jonathan A
Oct 31, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Clean spotless, great service, amazing friendly staff. Great location close to nightlife but also close to old town. Fantastic stay, room facing the strip can get a bit noisy but if you keep windows close it helps a lot. There is nothing not to like here, just a great hotel with great hospitality.
Clean spotless, great service, amazing friendly staff. Great location close to nightlife but also close to old town. Fantastic stay, room facing the strip can get a bit noisy but if you keep windows close it helps a lot. There is nothing not to like here, just a great hotel with great hospitality.
8
Celia
Sep 14, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Cool decor, great vibe, super clean, amazing breakfast and worth the $, overall good value in excellent location. Do not fret about the place being too loud. The whole town is loud and we did not have a problem at all with is.
Cool decor, great vibe, super clean, amazing breakfast and worth the $, overall good value in excellent location. Do not fret about the place being too loud. The whole town is loud and we did not have a problem at all with is.
10
Kristie
Dec 4, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful hotel in historical area. Quiet and clean. Laundry machines on site for guest use. Wonderful breakfast included with our stay. Easy to walk to shops, beach and restaurants.
Beautiful hotel in historical area. Quiet and clean. Laundry machines on site for guest use. Wonderful breakfast included with our stay. Easy to walk to shops, beach and restaurants.
10
Calvin
Nov 3, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean & modern property with great staff & breakfast right in the heart of old town Albufeira
Clean & modern property with great staff & breakfast right in the heart of old town Albufeira
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Deborah
Feb 20, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Rooms are slightly run down - housekeeping don’t do a good job Situation to the streets beware it’s noisy at night with loud bars and live music
Rooms are slightly run down - housekeeping don’t do a good job Situation to the streets beware it’s noisy at night with loud bars and live music
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Rooms
Rooms are modern and comfortable for many, with some reporting good soundproofing and balconies. Recurring complaints include small sizes, open-plan bathrooms with limited privacy, awkward layouts or access, and inconsistent views.
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Antonio
May 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Wonderful modern hotel. Had a room facing the pool and a package that included breakfast. I recommend both. Great modern music at the pool. It is walking distance to many bars, restaurants, shops, and the beach. The bars are loud at night and the noise may impact you, but we were able to sleep through it by our second night.
Wonderful modern hotel. Had a room facing the pool and a package that included breakfast. I recommend both. Great modern music at the pool. It is walking distance to many bars, restaurants, shops, and the beach. The bars are loud at night and the noise may impact you, but we were able to sleep through it by our second night.
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WILLIAM
Jun 18, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel was horrible. Very tiny room. No door or meaningful separation existed between the bathroom, shower area and the rest of the room. Bed was a mattress on a veryn low platform. Very difficult to get in and out of. Bathroom was a complete joke. No where to place even a small toiletry bag because there were no counters near the very small bathroom sink. You will have to pay me to ever stay there again.
Hotel was horrible. Very tiny room. No door or meaningful separation existed between the bathroom, shower area and the rest of the room. Bed was a mattress on a veryn low platform. Very difficult to get in and out of. Bathroom was a complete joke. No where to place even a small toiletry bag because there were no counters near the very small bathroom sink. You will have to pay me to ever stay there again.
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Parnia
Jul 1, 2024
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This property is the least bit cooperative in terms of accomadations to start. The rooms are a 4x4 cubical box - they say you can fit two people in a room but that doesn’t consider luggage space. In addition the rooms have the air conditioner above your head so when it’s turned on your freezing and when it’s off you’re burning hot really no in between. Only option is to freeze and get sick. I would only come back here if there was a so no other option.
This property is the least bit cooperative in terms of accomadations to start. The rooms are a 4x4 cubical box - they say you can fit two people in a room but that doesn’t consider luggage space. In addition the rooms have the air conditioner above your head so when it’s turned on your freezing and when it’s off you’re burning hot really no in between. Only option is to freeze and get sick. I would only come back here if there was a so no other option.
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Elizabeth
Sep 23, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This was our first time we stayed in the hotel and it certainly did not disappoint. From check in to check out, our experience was excellent. From funky rooms to the DJ playing by the pool in the afternoon, it really was brilliant. Although located in the centre of the old town and near the night life, the rooms are so well sound proofed we really didn’t hear much of the noise. Nice spa but small. I would definitely recommend this hotel and can’t wait to stay again
This was our first time we stayed in the hotel and it certainly did not disappoint. From check in to check out, our experience was excellent. From funky rooms to the DJ playing by the pool in the afternoon, it really was brilliant. Although located in the centre of the old town and near the night life, the rooms are so well sound proofed we really didn’t hear much of the noise. Nice spa but small. I would definitely recommend this hotel and can’t wait to stay again
6
Hoa
Apr 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Not a great experience. Hotel has 2 separate bldgs that we had to take 2 elevators to get to our room. Front desk staff is ok. The room has the weirdest set up. Open concept and a jacuzzi in between the bed. There was a leak in the toilet that created a huge puddle and spreading to the room (open concept). Location is good but noisy at time. Tv remote and TV are not working for us despite taking 3 trips to front desk as phone is not working either. Not recommended!
Not a great experience. Hotel has 2 separate bldgs that we had to take 2 elevators to get to our room. Front desk staff is ok. The room has the weirdest set up. Open concept and a jacuzzi in between the bed. There was a leak in the toilet that created a huge puddle and spreading to the room (open concept). Location is good but noisy at time. Tv remote and TV are not working for us despite taking 3 trips to front desk as phone is not working either. Not recommended!
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clare
Jul 19, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Seaview, was actually air con unit. Location is in the heart of Portugal malaga or iyanapa. Deafening in the room in evenings, bar after bar of music bashing your ears - literally. Unless you want to expire in the heat by keeping windows closed. Zero peace or quieter areas anywhere near this place
Seaview, was actually air con unit. Location is in the heart of Portugal malaga or iyanapa. Deafening in the room in evenings, bar after bar of music bashing your ears - literally. Unless you want to expire in the heat by keeping windows closed. Zero peace or quieter areas anywhere near this place
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Reguina N kounkou
Sep 3, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Nous avons passés un superbe séjour au sein de cet l’hôtel qui est très grand, avec de nombreux services mis à notre disposition. Le personnel est accueillant, le buffet du petit-déjeuner est excellent ; un choix riches et variés. Nous étions dans une chambre donnant vue sur la vie nocturne, attention si vous êtes sensible au bruit, malgré que l’isolation soit assez bonne ! L’unique point négatif : nous avions aucun support de rangement pour nos vêtements hormis 4 cintres et une chaise…. Même une table de chevet n’aurait pas été déplaisant.
Nous avons passés un superbe séjour au sein de cet l’hôtel qui est très grand, avec de nombreux services mis à notre disposition. Le personnel est accueillant, le buffet du petit-déjeuner est excellent ; un choix riches et variés. Nous étions dans une chambre donnant vue sur la vie nocturne, attention si vous êtes sensible au bruit, malgré que l’isolation soit assez bonne ! L’unique point négatif : nous avions aucun support de rangement pour nos vêtements hormis 4 cintres et une chaise…. Même une table de chevet n’aurait pas été déplaisant.
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Jiannan
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Parking was extremely difficult, we had to drive a few circles to just get a chance to unload stuff as there’s no parking options and drivers behind just rudely harass us to drive on. We arrived 3am and almost couldn’t check in due to parking situation. Front desk person only allowed us to use the parking area in the front (at 3am) after we were so frustrated and decided to leave and not check into the hotel. Will not book this hotel again due to their location and inconvenient parking situation. Also there was no VIP room upgrade as I supposed to get according to the booking agency. The room we got was very inconveniently located, we had to take elevator from 8 to 6, then walk through a passage, take another elevator from 6 to 4, walk a long passage to reach a room that you can see a super dirty rooftop outside of the window. Overall this is the wordy hotel experience I’ve ever had after traveling to many countries many locations. Can’t be more disappointed.
Parking was extremely difficult, we had to drive a few circles to just get a chance to unload stuff as there’s no parking options and drivers behind just rudely harass us to drive on. We arrived 3am and almost couldn’t check in due to parking situation. Front desk person only allowed us to use the parking area in the front (at 3am) after we were so frustrated and decided to leave and not check into the hotel. Will not book this hotel again due to their location and inconvenient parking situation. Also there was no VIP room upgrade as I supposed to get according to the booking agency. The room we got was very inconveniently located, we had to take elevator from 8 to 6, then walk through a passage, take another elevator from 6 to 4, walk a long passage to reach a room that you can see a super dirty rooftop outside of the window. Overall this is the wordy hotel experience I’ve ever had after traveling to many countries many locations. Can’t be more disappointed.
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Soufiane
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The stay was wonderful. Very nice and professional staff. The room (L size) on the 6th floor was great, with great soundproof windows. The bathroom soap/shampoo is the very fancy Rituals brand. But body gel and shampoo bottles seem to be diluted a lot with water, so it is not convenient to shower. The pool area and bar are great with plenty of beds and towels... Too bad i wanted to keep the room an extra 2-hours upon check-out, which was first accepted and then a phone call from the reception refused it. Overall very nice hotel, well located in Albufeira..
The stay was wonderful. Very nice and professional staff. The room (L size) on the 6th floor was great, with great soundproof windows. The bathroom soap/shampoo is the very fancy Rituals brand. But body gel and shampoo bottles seem to be diluted a lot with water, so it is not convenient to shower. The pool area and bar are great with plenty of beds and towels... Too bad i wanted to keep the room an extra 2-hours upon check-out, which was first accepted and then a phone call from the reception refused it. Overall very nice hotel, well located in Albufeira..
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Sally
Sep 1, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
An amazing hotel and location .. The hotel is literally in the middle of the busy strip.. but you can choose to or not have busy or chilled days and evenings. Hotel room was clean and up to date too, staff very friendly. The pool area is amazing and the beds are so comfortable and it’s great that there is no bed reserving too. So it was easy to get a bed any time of the day really. Portugal is amazing and the Portuguese are so friendly too. Well recommend :-)
An amazing hotel and location .. The hotel is literally in the middle of the busy strip.. but you can choose to or not have busy or chilled days and evenings. Hotel room was clean and up to date too, staff very friendly. The pool area is amazing and the beds are so comfortable and it’s great that there is no bed reserving too. So it was easy to get a bed any time of the day really. Portugal is amazing and the Portuguese are so friendly too. Well recommend :-)
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Service
Service is frequently praised as friendly and helpful across reception, restaurant, and spa teams. A few guests reported issues such as inconsistent late check-out decisions or unhelpful responses to problems.
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Shivraj
Jun 4, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Very close to the beach and nightlife. The staff was amazing and very friendly and helpful.
Very close to the beach and nightlife. The staff was amazing and very friendly and helpful.
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NEVADA
Jun 3, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We loved the location. Staff was friendly and helpful.
We loved the location. Staff was friendly and helpful.
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Paola
Jul 2, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
It was the best experience I’ve had in a hotel in a long time, even compared to some of the best chains in the world. The service was so good and personable they all go the extra mile. The room itself was impeccable, clean and comfortable and all details thought of. (I did stay in one of their big-ish rooms) for the price it cannot be beat. The location is amazing, the exit at the bottom is so convenient. Everything you need is a 5 minute walk away tops. If you’re staying on the street on the bars side it might be a little noisy since the party does go until very late on weekends(not sure about weekdays). But if you don’t mind that it’s all good. I was in the third floor directly by the bars and still slept like a baby. I couldn’t recommend this hotel enough.
It was the best experience I’ve had in a hotel in a long time, even compared to some of the best chains in the world. The service was so good and personable they all go the extra mile. The room itself was impeccable, clean and comfortable and all details thought of. (I did stay in one of their big-ish rooms) for the price it cannot be beat. The location is amazing, the exit at the bottom is so convenient. Everything you need is a 5 minute walk away tops. If you’re staying on the street on the bars side it might be a little noisy since the party does go until very late on weekends(not sure about weekdays). But if you don’t mind that it’s all good. I was in the third floor directly by the bars and still slept like a baby. I couldn’t recommend this hotel enough.
10
Alan
Feb 26, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great hotel, great location and the staff were fantastic. A must do is a visit to the spa, the facilities were great and the staff again fantastic.
Great hotel, great location and the staff were fantastic. A must do is a visit to the spa, the facilities were great and the staff again fantastic.
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Heidi
Jun 14, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We were shocked when we arrived at this hotel. The hotel looks nothing like its photos. It’s dirty, smoky, and loud. It states that it’s not non-smoking, but the rooms have ashtrays and they smell of smoke. The rooms sound like you’re in a boom box. When we expressed our concerns and checked out, within an hour, Balram said we could have a refund. Then Hugo, the manager, decided to ghost us and Orbitz. So, they grossly misrepresented their hotel and then provide zero customer service and made zero efforts to make the customers satisfied. I would strongly discourage you from visiting this hotel.
We were shocked when we arrived at this hotel. The hotel looks nothing like its photos. It’s dirty, smoky, and loud. It states that it’s not non-smoking, but the rooms have ashtrays and they smell of smoke. The rooms sound like you’re in a boom box. When we expressed our concerns and checked out, within an hour, Balram said we could have a refund. Then Hugo, the manager, decided to ghost us and Orbitz. So, they grossly misrepresented their hotel and then provide zero customer service and made zero efforts to make the customers satisfied. I would strongly discourage you from visiting this hotel.
10
Emma
Mar 12, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely three night stay in the heart of Albufeira. Hotel is in a great location with a high end finish. Lots of spots for sunbathing and relaxing. Breakfast in the morning was delicious and enough to choose from. All staff were super lovely. We ask for a late checked which wasn’t a problem at no extra charge. All in all a great stay would be back!
Lovely three night stay in the heart of Albufeira. Hotel is in a great location with a high end finish. Lots of spots for sunbathing and relaxing. Breakfast in the morning was delicious and enough to choose from. All staff were super lovely. We ask for a late checked which wasn’t a problem at no extra charge. All in all a great stay would be back!
4
Lawrence
Dec 22, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Most noisy place i have ever stayed at 3AM WALLS CEILING EVerything Shaking music Blaring no care at front desk no comp otherwise service was great excepT sauna not working
Most noisy place i have ever stayed at 3AM WALLS CEILING EVerything Shaking music Blaring no care at front desk no comp otherwise service was great excepT sauna not working
10
Soufiane
Jul 24, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The stay was wonderful. Very nice and professional staff. The room (L size) on the 6th floor was great, with great soundproof windows. The bathroom soap/shampoo is the very fancy Rituals brand. But body gel and shampoo bottles seem to be diluted a lot with water, so it is not convenient to shower. The pool area and bar are great with plenty of beds and towels... Too bad i wanted to keep the room an extra 2-hours upon check-out, which was first accepted and then a phone call from the reception refused it. Overall very nice hotel, well located in Albufeira..
The stay was wonderful. Very nice and professional staff. The room (L size) on the 6th floor was great, with great soundproof windows. The bathroom soap/shampoo is the very fancy Rituals brand. But body gel and shampoo bottles seem to be diluted a lot with water, so it is not convenient to shower. The pool area and bar are great with plenty of beds and towels... Too bad i wanted to keep the room an extra 2-hours upon check-out, which was first accepted and then a phone call from the reception refused it. Overall very nice hotel, well located in Albufeira..
10
Chizoba
Apr 20, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice and relaxing Spa Resort stay in Albufeira. Rooms were very big and the hotel was very nicely done and maintained. Excellent Service at the front desk too.
Nice and relaxing Spa Resort stay in Albufeira. Rooms were very big and the hotel was very nicely done and maintained. Excellent Service at the front desk too.
10
Karen Chi Ang
Sep 19, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
We fully enjoyed our stay here. The breakfast every morning was phenomenal, the staff all very friendly and accommodating. Location was so convenient, you can come right out onto the street and there’s a convenience store steps from the entrance! The gym is quite minimal, so we went to the Marina du Albufeira and got a week’s pass at the Luxury Fitness there. The pillows are a bit on the small/soft side, but I’m sure they would have given us extras had we asked (we were always just so tired when we got back to the room!) We also found the room quite soundproof, despite being so close to the busy street and pool.
We fully enjoyed our stay here. The breakfast every morning was phenomenal, the staff all very friendly and accommodating. Location was so convenient, you can come right out onto the street and there’s a convenience store steps from the entrance! The gym is quite minimal, so we went to the Marina du Albufeira and got a week’s pass at the Luxury Fitness there. The pillows are a bit on the small/soft side, but I’m sure they would have given us extras had we asked (we were always just so tired when we got back to the room!) We also found the room quite soundproof, despite being so close to the busy street and pool.
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Location
Extremely central and walkable, right on the Old Town strip near the beach, restaurants, and bars. However, the nightlife makes the area very loud late into the night.
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zaids
Oct 13, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
Buena ubicación y limpieza
Buena ubicación y limpieza
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Trina
Oct 4, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Hotel was nice & had easy access to restaurants, shopping and beach. Quite Noisy until bars close but all hotels in Albufeira may have this issue. Very cold pool.
Hotel was nice & had easy access to restaurants, shopping and beach. Quite Noisy until bars close but all hotels in Albufeira may have this issue. Very cold pool.
10
Jill
Oct 4, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
Great hotel. Clean and quiet in a very busy area. Convenient 3 min walk to beach. Breakfast is amazing!
Great hotel. Clean and quiet in a very busy area. Convenient 3 min walk to beach. Breakfast is amazing!
8
Patricia
Oct 31, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Good hotel very central location. Would be easy to get to by car except for long term construction closing the direct road. An unpleasant surprise, however the staff did their very best to redirect and we made it. Had to find street parking. There is a free parking lot about 10 minutes walk. Hilly.
Good hotel very central location. Would be easy to get to by car except for long term construction closing the direct road. An unpleasant surprise, however the staff did their very best to redirect and we made it. Had to find street parking. There is a free parking lot about 10 minutes walk. Hilly.
8
Anna
Jul 9, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was in an amazing location, everything was extremely walkable and there was so much to do surrounding the property, but one caveat is that the hotel is located directly in the middle of the nightlife and it is extremely loud at night. If i were to go back i would try to request a quieter room. other than this the hotel was great. great amenities, complimentary breakfast, clean.
The property was in an amazing location, everything was extremely walkable and there was so much to do surrounding the property, but one caveat is that the hotel is located directly in the middle of the nightlife and it is extremely loud at night. If i were to go back i would try to request a quieter room. other than this the hotel was great. great amenities, complimentary breakfast, clean.
10
LISBERT
Jun 22, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Centrally located. Lots of restaurants
Centrally located. Lots of restaurants
10
Eloisa
Jul 6, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The hotel is great, staff is friendly Very clean It is located in a very busy, noisy street
The hotel is great, staff is friendly Very clean It is located in a very busy, noisy street
10
Kristie
Dec 4, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautiful hotel in historical area. Quiet and clean. Laundry machines on site for guest use. Wonderful breakfast included with our stay. Easy to walk to shops, beach and restaurants.
Beautiful hotel in historical area. Quiet and clean. Laundry machines on site for guest use. Wonderful breakfast included with our stay. Easy to walk to shops, beach and restaurants.
8
Tasneem Nabeela
Jun 3, 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
Hotel was beautiful and well kept with regular housekeeping daily, however beware of the strip outside of the hotel. Every night blaring music will be impossible to sleep. Near toward the strip side is unbearable but other side is still able to hear the noisy mess of the nightlife
Hotel was beautiful and well kept with regular housekeeping daily, however beware of the strip outside of the hotel. Every night blaring music will be impossible to sleep. Near toward the strip side is unbearable but other side is still able to hear the noisy mess of the nightlife
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Mary
Oct 1, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
Convenient location but parking is a challenge. Also because you are right in the center of old town the noise does go on throughout the night.
Convenient location but parking is a challenge. Also because you are right in the center of old town the noise does go on throughout the night.
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Dining
Breakfast is widely praised for quality and variety; many enjoyed poolside drinks and on-site dining. Some note breakfast can be pricey or not included.
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JACQUES
May 1, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Super location. Halfway between the beach and the lively part of town, all walkable, great restaurants around and an outstanding buffet at the property
Super location. Halfway between the beach and the lively part of town, all walkable, great restaurants around and an outstanding buffet at the property
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richard
Feb 18, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Perfect stay. Nothing to complain about. Breakfast are a little too expensive but there is a lot a restaurant around for half the price.
Perfect stay. Nothing to complain about. Breakfast are a little too expensive but there is a lot a restaurant around for half the price.
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Colleen
Oct 10, 2023
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Stayed 6 nights
The location is right in the heart of the entertainment area of Albufeira…if you are there for the nightlife it’s perfect! Rooms are nice, but you can hear the loud music until quite late at night. Breakfast very good, nice to have laundry facilities, staff helpful.
The location is right in the heart of the entertainment area of Albufeira…if you are there for the nightlife it’s perfect! Rooms are nice, but you can hear the loud music until quite late at night. Breakfast very good, nice to have laundry facilities, staff helpful.
10
Janice
Oct 13, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Fantastic modern contemporary hotel, fresh, clean, as many have said this is in a noisy spot but if you prepared for that it's a great location for everything, food lovely, staff great, would be better if there was a kettle in the room rather than a silly little expresso machine.
Fantastic modern contemporary hotel, fresh, clean, as many have said this is in a noisy spot but if you prepared for that it's a great location for everything, food lovely, staff great, would be better if there was a kettle in the room rather than a silly little expresso machine.
10
Claire
Apr 28, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great staff, delicious food, amazing roof top pool area.
Great staff, delicious food, amazing roof top pool area.
10
Donia
Jul 17, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The breakfast was great. The staff lovely and helpful. The location is good. I would recommend the hotel put some hooks in the rooms. They have hanging space, but sometimes you need hooks too.
The breakfast was great. The staff lovely and helpful. The location is good. I would recommend the hotel put some hooks in the rooms. They have hanging space, but sometimes you need hooks too.
8
Anna
Jul 9, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
The property was in an amazing location, everything was extremely walkable and there was so much to do surrounding the property, but one caveat is that the hotel is located directly in the middle of the nightlife and it is extremely loud at night. If i were to go back i would try to request a quieter room. other than this the hotel was great. great amenities, complimentary breakfast, clean.
The property was in an amazing location, everything was extremely walkable and there was so much to do surrounding the property, but one caveat is that the hotel is located directly in the middle of the nightlife and it is extremely loud at night. If i were to go back i would try to request a quieter room. other than this the hotel was great. great amenities, complimentary breakfast, clean.
10
Emma
Mar 12, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely three night stay in the heart of Albufeira. Hotel is in a great location with a high end finish. Lots of spots for sunbathing and relaxing. Breakfast in the morning was delicious and enough to choose from. All staff were super lovely. We ask for a late checked which wasn’t a problem at no extra charge. All in all a great stay would be back!
Lovely three night stay in the heart of Albufeira. Hotel is in a great location with a high end finish. Lots of spots for sunbathing and relaxing. Breakfast in the morning was delicious and enough to choose from. All staff were super lovely. We ask for a late checked which wasn’t a problem at no extra charge. All in all a great stay would be back!
8
Peter
Oct 6, 2022
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Stayed 7 nights
Hotellet var precis så bra och ännu bättre än bilderna. Allting fungerade perfekt och personalen var särdeles trevlig. Frukosten var modern och varierande med små ändringar varje dag, tex nybakat bröd med persilja och morot eller små brasilianska ostbullar. Det fanns hamam, spa och behandlingar samt sushibar öppen dagligen. På kvällarna öppnade en japansk restaurang på bottenplan. Kaffe och minibar på rummet och vid receptionen. Man kunde få hjälp med olika utflykter av kunnig personal. Det var så bra att ha tvättstuga på hotellet om man vill resa med lättare bagage eller använda igen sitt favoritplagg eller stryka en skjorta. Madrasserna och fatboykuddarna vid poolen var sköna att ligga o sola sig på. En bit bort på gatan finns en mysig restaurang Tres Coroas med fin utsikt och god mat. Annars är man ju mitt i allting så det var bara ett stenkast till alla affärer och restauranger. Vilket också var den enda nackdelen: nedanför hotellkomplexet fanns det de mest högljudda barerna jag nånsin beskådat! De två första nätterna var chockerande för musiken slutade först kl 6 på morgonen. Personalen var tillmötesgående och vi fick byta rum men det hjälpte inte. Men på något konstigt sätt vande vi oss vid detta och de sista fem nätterna sov vi utan öronproppar. Den som är känslig missar tyvärr ett perfekt hotell och får välja ett hotell en bra bit utanför byn. I ALLA hotell som ligger i Albufeira byn hör man detta nattliga infernot tyvärr.
Hotellet var precis så bra och ännu bättre än bilderna. Allting fungerade perfekt och personalen var särdeles trevlig. Frukosten var modern och varierande med små ändringar varje dag, tex nybakat bröd med persilja och morot eller små brasilianska ostbullar. Det fanns hamam, spa och behandlingar samt sushibar öppen dagligen. På kvällarna öppnade en japansk restaurang på bottenplan. Kaffe och minibar på rummet och vid receptionen. Man kunde få hjälp med olika utflykter av kunnig personal. Det var så bra att ha tvättstuga på hotellet om man vill resa med lättare bagage eller använda igen sitt favoritplagg eller stryka en skjorta. Madrasserna och fatboykuddarna vid poolen var sköna att ligga o sola sig på. En bit bort på gatan finns en mysig restaurang Tres Coroas med fin utsikt och god mat. Annars är man ju mitt i allting så det var bara ett stenkast till alla affärer och restauranger. Vilket också var den enda nackdelen: nedanför hotellkomplexet fanns det de mest högljudda barerna jag nånsin beskådat! De två första nätterna var chockerande för musiken slutade först kl 6 på morgonen. Personalen var tillmötesgående och vi fick byta rum men det hjälpte inte. Men på något konstigt sätt vande vi oss vid detta och de sista fem nätterna sov vi utan öronproppar. Den som är känslig missar tyvärr ett perfekt hotell och får välja ett hotell en bra bit utanför byn. I ALLA hotell som ligger i Albufeira byn hör man detta nattliga infernot tyvärr.
10
Karen Chi Ang
Sep 19, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
We fully enjoyed our stay here. The breakfast every morning was phenomenal, the staff all very friendly and accommodating. Location was so convenient, you can come right out onto the street and there’s a convenience store steps from the entrance! The gym is quite minimal, so we went to the Marina du Albufeira and got a week’s pass at the Luxury Fitness there. The pillows are a bit on the small/soft side, but I’m sure they would have given us extras had we asked (we were always just so tired when we got back to the room!) We also found the room quite soundproof, despite being so close to the busy street and pool.
We fully enjoyed our stay here. The breakfast every morning was phenomenal, the staff all very friendly and accommodating. Location was so convenient, you can come right out onto the street and there’s a convenience store steps from the entrance! The gym is quite minimal, so we went to the Marina du Albufeira and got a week’s pass at the Luxury Fitness there. The pillows are a bit on the small/soft side, but I’m sure they would have given us extras had we asked (we were always just so tired when we got back to the room!) We also found the room quite soundproof, despite being so close to the busy street and pool.
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Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
Check-in from 14:00
Before 12:00
FAQs about California Urban Beach Hotel
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is at 14:00 and check-out is at 12:00. Early or late check-in/check-out details are not specified.
Does the hotel have a swimming pool?
Yes, the hotel features an outdoor swimming pool. Poolside bar services are also available.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are allowed at the hotel, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided.
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- 2026-11-13: 71.7918134852295USD
- 2026-11-14: 80.89304632302857USD
- 2026-11-15: 83.07799854341125USD
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- 2026-11-19: 70.02758199599457USD
- 2026-11-20: 73.75384246400452USD
- 2026-11-21: 78.79089344293213USD
- 2026-11-22: 69.89894235055543USD
- 2026-11-23: 67.97996566461183USD
- 2026-11-24: 66.06376017040253USD
- 2026-11-25: 67.4680352995987USD
- 2026-11-26: 66.99181924626923USD
- 2026-11-27: 70.02758199599457USD
- 2026-11-28: 67.38503411226654USD
- 2026-11-29: 63.421208081527716USD
- 2026-11-30: 63.421208081527716USD
- 2026-12-01: 64.74248202339173USD
- 2026-12-02: 64.74248202339173USD
- 2026-12-03: 79.37345765856934USD
- 2026-12-04: 62.0999341396637USD
- 2026-12-05: 64.74248202339173USD
- 2026-12-06: 64.74248202339173USD
- 2026-12-07: 63.421208081527716USD
- 2026-12-08: 63.421208081527716USD
- 2026-12-09: 64.74248202339173USD
- 2026-12-10: 64.74248202339173USD
- 2026-12-11: 62.909050638587956USD
- 2026-12-12: 64.74248202339173USD
- 2026-12-13: 72.37307410536194USD
- 2026-12-14: 69.89894235055543USD
- 2026-12-15: 117.67320292225648USD
- 2026-12-16: 68.1228355267868USD
- 2026-12-17: 69.89894235055543USD
- 2026-12-18: 83.88871720326233USD
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- 2026-12-20: 69.89894235055543USD
- 2026-12-21: 69.89894235055543USD
- 2026-12-22: 117.67320292225648USD
- 2026-12-23: 80.02825788575745USD
- 2026-12-24: 77.87740940583802USD
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- 2026-12-26: 95.13180791714478USD
- 2026-12-27: 85.73095837059022USD
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- 2026-12-29: 93.86429257183839USD
- 2026-12-30: 105.8154038506775USD
- 2026-12-31: 173.07383360855104USD
- 2027-01-01: 92.80277054716493USD
- 2027-01-02: 118.03037126997376USD
- 2027-01-03: 85.14758676676941USD
- 2027-01-04: 100.85418848895264USD
- 2027-01-05: 77.27028713294983USD
- 2027-01-06: 71.31348644821168USD
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Popular amenities
Swimming pool
24-Hour Reception
Elevator / Lift
Room Service
Massage / Beauty Centre
Bar / Lounge
General
Room Service
Massage / Beauty Centre
Bar / Lounge
Air Conditioned
Non-Smoking Rooms
Mini Bar
Cable / Satellite TV
Coffee / Tea Maker
Hair Dryer
TV
Massage
Shower
En suite
Private Bathroom
Poolside Bar
Services
Elevator / Lift
24-Hour Reception
Multilingual Staff
Safe-Deposit Box
Wake-up Service
Laundry service
Bicycle Rental
Luggage Storage
Activities
Swimming pool
Pool Outdoor
Internet
Free Wi-Fi