What guests said about Albufeira:
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Albufeira? Get's a bad wrap due the Strip and its...
Albufeira? Get's a bad wrap due the Strip and its association with the worst kind of British/Irish tourists. Hens/Stags - men with no tops on and women in bikinis at breakfast. After a busy season of dealing with the worst kind of tourists the workers like the November slow down. Some shops, bars cafe's restaurants close. Ideal time to enjoy a quieter existence in a pleasant climate away form the crass commercial run up to Christmas. Santa is here alright - but he is gold and subtle. The coastline is beautiful and the boat trips run the whole year. Quiet beaches where you can mellow out with a book dot the new and old towns coastlines. Families : this is a great place for fun filled family holidays ....swimming pools in cheap places, water parks, the tourist train, boat trips ...the kids will not get bored. £ Euros : an English Irish breakfast can be had at the Waterline Restaurant for 5 Euros a pop, Self cater ? Your groceries bills will be cut in half. Food produce healthy, a nice table wine litre for 85 cence a pop. Flixbus runs from the bus station in town - cheap to go visit other places. The locals are a good laugh, GNR and Municipal keep order. If I was still a European Union chick would stay here for good.
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We stayed in a quiet area and was still east to get to the...
We stayed in a quiet area and was still east to get to the local supermarket and we rented a car. Easy to get around as we used uber and all within 20 mins. Old town Albuferia is more happening and very pretty sunset
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The weather was beautiful.
The weather was beautiful. Good place to go if you want to just relax and chill out. Not a lot to do other than the beach and pool. Did not come across any nice shops - just the typical trinkets that could be from anywhere, just with a change of name!! Need to wander into side streets for nice restaurants. Highly recommend Casa Da Fonte(seafood), Alfredo’s and il Terrazzos( both Italian). Did a lot of walking and felt very safe.
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First visited Albufeira Christmas gone.
First visited Albufeira Christmas gone. It was a cheap Jet2 package . I had reservations as I had read all about The Strip , Hen and Stag parties etc . Worried it would be like Benidorm (not in a snobby way I like peace and quiet) I am back and that speaks volumes. Friendly locals, old town is amazing , Moorish and very creative . Pingo Doce is cheap as chips and I reckon I am saving at least £10-£15 a day in basic bills. Eating out compared to UK or Ireland - very cheap. English Breakfast £5 on waterfront???? The Strip abit more nuts in October than Christmas - I only go down there to get the the beach. Private studios available for lone travellers from £25 a night. I feel safe as a middle aged lone female traveller. GNR (police) have taken a hardline to try and improve some tourists behaviour but as a local lady told me with a wry smile ; enforcing the new rules (no bikinis in restaurants, tops on lads, no buying alcohol after 11pm in shops) is a mellow affair. I travelled over with hand baggage only and managed to get some pretty sweet bargain shorts/tshirts etc for the lovely temperatures we are having right now. Looking forward to Halloween in the town square with my partner.
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Beautiful area in the Algarve region.
Beautiful area in the Algarve region. Very large clean beach. Great choice of restaurants. lots of transport options eg taxi uber tuck tuck buses etc. Nice weather, never too windy. People are all 99 percent friendly. Some people may struggle to get around depending on fitness level
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Really fun, lovely town.
Really fun, lovely town. We loved the old town, it was filled with character. Lots of little shops and stalls and every type of cuisine you could possibly want! Amazing bars and restaurants to suit all needs. The beaches were lovely and large. The sea was quite rough but all main beaches were life guarded.
Explore guest reviews of hotels in Albufeira
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Agua Viva by Umbral
Albufeira
From US$40 per nightThe location! Christina - the proprietor was excellent and so helpful. She even found towels we could use at the beach!. We loved the small beach that was only 200 meters away - much more private than the bigger beaches on either side. The unit was very functional and comfortable. Well laid out! This building is close enough to walk to old town Albufeira - but far enough away to avoid the crowds. It is close to ‘the Strip’ for dining and bar options too!
Bill Canada -
Sun & Nature Apartment Corcovada
Albufeira
From US$169 per nightVery well kept, clean and spacious apartment. Everything that you need from air con, wifi, cooking facilities, two bedroom, two bathrooms, living room, kitchen / dining, extra bedding etc. Very friendly and helpful host who kept in touch. Excellent location, just a short walk from bars, restaurants and shops on Albufeira strip. Large Aldi supermarket nearby. A short taxi ride to the old town. I would highly recommend this apartment.
Philip United Kingdom -
Turial Old Town Ocean View
Albufeira City Centre, Albufeira
Management, receptionist and other staff are very professional and welcoming. Hotel is located in the best part of the town. Few steps from the beautiful beach and old town. There are many restaurants and shops just outside of the hotel. Housekeepers work hard to maintain the place clean and tidy. Very good value for the money. I would highly recommend this place to anyone.
Srdjan Canada -
Peneco Albufeira GuestHouse
Albufeira City Centre, Albufeira
From US$48 per night"Absolutely loved our stay! This hotel is a hidden gem in the heart of Albufeira's old town. The beauty and cleanliness were top-notch, and the staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Plus, it's just a 5-minute walk to the beach! Perfect spot for a relaxing getaway. Highly recommend!
Angela Ireland -
From US$92 per night
Nice small hotel, close to the main square of the old town. Although close to the square, no noise could be heard from it. Room compact but large enough - had one of the best showers I've had. Good sunbathing area with small pool. Breakfast is 'continental' but just enough.
Eddie United Kingdom -
From US$22 per night
My go-to hotel room in Albufeira because it's cheap and has everything you need: a comfy bed, working ac, working tv, warm water, some toiletries, and a balcony. It's near the center, there are restaurants and cafés nearby. Near the beach. It's nice and quiet.
Adriana Santos Portugal -
Apartamento Peninsular by MTPhomes
Albufeira
From US$69 per nightEverything! The host was great, easy check in, place was clean and had everything we needed. Well situated in a short distance to both the old town and the strip but far enough from loud noises of the night life. We will choose it again next time we go to Albufeira.
Asthildur Iceland -
From US$91 per night
Lovely hotel in perfect location right on the beach and in the old town. Lovely clean spacious rooms with sea view and balcony, looks out on to the beach. Plenty of choice at breakfast, nice lounge and bar area, there is also an indoor pool if you prefer.
Paulas22 United Kingdom -
Old Fisherman's Corner 10 - Centro Old Town Albufeira
Albufeira City Centre, Albufeira
From US$108 per nightThis is the cutes apartment I’ve been in Portugal! In the very centre of Albufeira, 2 min from the beach. Very quiet and the bed was very comfortable 😊 There is a very nice terrace as well. I love everything about this place!
Zlatina Poland -
Original Apartments
Albufeira
From US$102 per nightVery strategic location close to the beach and old town, Close to the best pasterie shop in albufeira Cool host he waited for us when our plane got delayed Fully equiped Great for family or group of freinds
Fadi France -
From US$180 per night
Lovely hotel, great location in the old town and within walking distance to the beach. Super friendly and very accommodative stuff. Great breakfast. Will definitely stay there again
Natasha United States -
From US$60 per night
The hotel is has a choice to be all inclusive which is great. There's also a bus that takes and brings back folks to and from the old town which allows one to visit the area.
A Belgium -
From US$46 per night
The staff were friendly and accommodating. Location was right on the beach, short walk to old town approx 10mins. Very spacious apartment style rooms in hotel were great.
Sameera United Kingdom -
The entrance and foyer of the hotel was nice and quaint but that’s about it. The location is great because of how close it is to the old town, restaurants and beach.
Monica United Kingdom -
From US$171 per night
We had a sea view room and it was amazing! The rooms were huge. Albufeira old town and albufeira marina 5mins away. Uber is very cheap!
Christina France -
From US$106 per night
Great hotel in good location for Praia da oura and albufeira old town Very quiet Comfy bed Great breakfast
Bev United Kingdom
