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Albufeira Sol Hotel and Spa
Portugal, Europe
Albufeira
Surrounded by delightful gardens, this modern hotel is situated in a great setting, only a 10-minute walk from the beaches of Praia da Oura and Praia da Santa Eulália, two of the most beautiful beaches of the area. The famous Albufeira strip with its countless restaurants, bars, pubs, shops and nightclubs is only minutes away, the historic old town of Albufeira can be easily reached.
Facilities
- Wheelchair-accessible
- 24-hour reception
- Wired Internet
- Wi-fi
- Car hire*
- Airport Shuttle*
- Room service*
- Laundry service*
- Medical service*
- Babysitting service
- *Some facilities may incur an additional fee
The Local Area
Tripadvisor Reviews
4.0 Very Good3,150 reviews
Excellent
42%
Very Good
31%
Average
16%
Poor
6%
Terrible
5%
Location
Cleanliness
Service
Value
Don’t bother if you’re a family. Not 4 star
Definitely not a 4 star hotel.
I’ll start with the positives The room was lovely and spacious. The pool area was cleaned and no sun bed wars early. Food was ok just needed a Little more selection. The foam party was the best part of the holiday. The gentle man who maintained the pool was lovely.
Not so great things
It really isn’t a family hotel, not much for children. Our room was covered in ants The room below had a child smoking cannabis which wasn’t the hotels fault but ment we couldn’t enjoy the balcony. We did complain but they continued to smoke it. The child was 13 years old! Drinks were very nice and was self serve in the restaurant. It says about sun beds reserving it was never enforced with people holding beds all day and not turning up. It’s near a the party area so is mostly young people and parties Get towels we were told on arrival we had to pay for towels but you don’t they are free but don’t loose them they’re €20 each
You have to pay £150 euros on arrival for any ‘damages’ doesn’t stat this any where on booking.
Rooms are dated with Smelly dirty rugs next. Air con smelt so couldn’t use it.
If you have a late flight the shower room is not a shower room- it’s a Smelly room in the indoor pool area where there is no privacy to where to dry or sit.
People smoked and drank in the pool and nothing was done.
If you’re looking for a lovely family hotel this isn’t the place. It was My first time in Portugal and o feel very disappointed by it.
A fab holiday
We had a great time at Albuferia Sol. The pool area is spot on but people do reserve their sunbeds very early on. By about 8am there are non left. The food at lunch and dinner always had a good selection and we really enjoyed it. (Even for a fussy child) The breakfast was a bit poor - cold bacon, sausages etc...cereal was stale and you had to ask several times for a bowl. The poolside snack bar was good in the afternoon but only open from half 3, we would have prefered snacks to full lunch in the restaurant. There is a lady who manages the snack bar and is very rude. She slamed the door on me for not having a t shirt on and when I came back with one on, there was a man in the poolside snack bar without a top on. Seems a bit sexist! I also seen her slam the door on kids claiming it was too busy. (Literally 4 people in there) the rest of the staff were lovely and polite. Some bar staff only allow 2 drinks at a time even if no queue (soft drinks including water aswell) so if you are a family and all need a drink, you all have to go up unless you are happy to leave kids in or next to a pool on their own. Seemed a bit ott with the rules but not all staff were bothered. Good selection of drinks available. The entertainment staff worked so hard and my daughter loved the kids club, mini disco and evening show. There was something different on each day and they form a lovely relationship with the kids. Take care with foam party as some kids were falling under, it seemed a accident waiting to happen due to the amount of foam and kids being unsupervised. The rooms are spacious and cleaned daily.
We Would Return
We booked a last minute holiday to the Albufeira Sol hotel and we have been very pleasantly surprised with our experience.
Speaking from our point of view, as a family with 2 young children, this hotel was everything we needed for a proper week of relaxing.
We understood the refundable deposit to be just that, so no problems when asked.
Our rooms allowed for the children and us to have our own space, meaning we all got a great sleep. No corridor noise or cleanliness issues at all. Our rooms were cleaned daily and the bedding changed also.
The pool area, initially appeared smaller than we had thought from pictures, however, this turned out to be great. The kids had a real sense of independence when playing but we were always able to ensure their safety. (One large pool with shallow and deep end, one toddler splash pool and one similar but slightly deeper).
Sunbeds weren’t an issue either, yes some were reserved but we never had a problem securing even after breakfast.
The entertainment team were fantastic with the kids but also with us. Very enthusiastic, very forthcoming and high energy. The actual kids club was a bit young for our children however they enjoyed taking part in the hotel show of Moana. Special thanks to Lele, Selina, Dianna and Tami (also to the dance captain, sorry his name slips my mind but he was very good!) They work so hard producing shows and getting everyone up and going with their water sports and games. They ensure all games and water sports are fully inclusive for all nationalities.
The food has been exceptional, if you can’t find something to enjoy here every day, the food is not the problem! My biggest issue was deciding what to have as there was always too much we wanted to try. The snack bar was great for the days we had been out and just needed a lighter meal.
The drinks are limited to 2 per person at a time, we didn’t find this a big deal at all but I know some did, we just made a few more trips if required for the kids, they will fill your water bottles for you also, so bring one along if you have.
There’s a free shuttle to the main beach area often throughout the day and you can return until around 10pm.
Albufeira itself is beautiful in parts, and some parts are perhaps not so much, just as I am sure most places have. I heard some comments on the area, but reflecting on home not everything is picture perfect at all times.
We always felt welcomed, safe and happy with the cleanliness.
This was our second trip to Albufeira and our 5th trip abroad over the past 2 years, all other hotels we have stayed in have been 5 stars and we would definitely return to the Albufeira Sol.
If you’re a family or people looking for a break, embrace the fun, take part, relax and remember, you can only lead a horse to water…
Thanks to all for shaping a great holiday for my family and I!
Family holiday to Portugal.
The hotel's location is fine if you prefer a quiet place although they do offer a free shuttle to the old town. Uber/Taxi's are easily accessed from the front door. Not a lot to do out of the hotel at night with a family.
The hotel provided entertainment each day and night. Although, mainly suited to the children the occasional night had entertainment for the adults. The entertainment team are fantastic and full of fun.
Rooms are spacious and value for money compared to other hotels. The cleanliness on arrival wasn't the same level of cleanliness throughout. Often having to ask for soap etc. Floor didn't look like it had been touched the second week and also the cleaners would still be coming at 5pm, when you were getting showered etc.
Noise level at night time on the room floors between 11.15pm-12.00am was ridiculous from other guests. Never seen any staff present about the hotel rooms however, there is a phone in the room for calling reception.
Service in the restaurant and pool areas is fantastic. These staff are welcoming, friendly and very polite.
It was a nice stay for us as a family however, I don't think it would be a return visit.
Review by vickimcnally Dundee, United Kingdom
Fantastic holiday at Albufeira sol hotel and Spa
Hotel is not to far from the airport. Free bus shuttle to the beach and town. Lots of shops and bars close by. Rooms cleaned daily, spacious and lots of amenities. The staff are very friendly and helpful, particularly Patricia at reception, fantastic lady 😊. Poolside can be noisy, to be expected. But plenty of alternative places to sit and enjoy a drink and chill! Happy atmosphere and friendly staff in the restaurant. Food is out of this world. Definitely recommend visiting. We've had the best week in Albufeira sol Hotel and Spa. A must is the Dream wave excursion, caves and Dolphins 🐬 👌
