Solaqua Apartments is a mid-range property set in a largely residential area between Albufeira's Old Town and its lively nightlife hub. The 120 studio and one-bedroom units are clean and modern, outfitted with kitchenettes and balconies or terraces -- some featuring distant sea views. The outdoor pool is big and sunny, but past guests complain of not enough loungers on the dirty deck. An adjacent kids' pool, indoor pool, small playground, and massage room round out the minimal facilities. The hotel lacks a full restaurant but for guests who want their own kitchens and a convenient location, the Solaqua is a decent choice. Families who want traditional hotel rooms with more kid-friendly features might prefer the competitively priced Vila Gale Cerro Alagoa.
Solaqua Apartments is a mid-range property set in a largely residential area between Albufeira's Old Town and its lively nightlife hub. The 120 studio and one-bedroom units are clean and modern, outfitted with kitchenettes and balconies or terraces -- some featuring distant sea views. The outdoor pool is big and sunny, but past guests complain of not enough loungers on the dirty deck. An adjacent kids' pool, indoor pool, small playground, and massage room round out the minimal facilities. The hotel lacks a full restaurant but for guests who want their own kitchens and a convenient location, the Solaqua is a decent choice. Families who want traditional hotel rooms with more kid-friendly features might prefer the competitively priced Vila Gale Cerro Alagoa.
Albufeira Jardim is a no-frills apartment complex set on a hillside overlooking the popular Algarve resort of the same name. While it's an easy stroll down into the old town, many struggle with the steep climb back up, as well as with the complex's numerous flights of steps and stairs. There's little evidence of modernization, especially in the 175 dated apartments, though all have kitchenettes and some open to sea-view balconies. Plenty of pool space is a bonus and an optional all-inclusive plan helps budget-conscious travelers, though food is mediocre and child-friendly facilities are in short supply. All in all its a get-what-you-pay-for property, and prices are low. The Vale de Carros offers equally rock-bottom rates and a kids' club.
Albufeira Jardim is a no-frills apartment complex set on a hillside overlooking the popular Algarve resort of the same name. While it's an easy stroll down into the old town, many struggle with the steep climb back up, as well as with the complex's numerous flights of steps and stairs. There's little evidence of modernization, especially in the 175 dated apartments, though all have kitchenettes and some open to sea-view balconies. Plenty of pool space is a bonus and an optional all-inclusive plan helps budget-conscious travelers, though food is mediocre and child-friendly facilities are in short supply. All in all its a get-what-you-pay-for property, and prices are low. The Vale de Carros offers equally rock-bottom rates and a kids' club.
The mid-range Vila Gale Cerro Alagoa is a 310-room resort midway between Albufeira's lively "strip" and its picturesque old town. It's a 10-minute walk to two lovely beaches, but the hotel also overlooks a busy main road, and some rooms pick up traffic noise. Outdoor pools -- including one with a bar -- as well as one indoor pool mean there's always a place to swim, though poolside loungers can be hard to come by in peak season. Child-friendly facilities include a kids' club, a splash pool, and an indoor and outdoor playground -- for a more adult-oriented option, though, there's a themed English pub. Overall, with little wow-factor, rates seem a a bit high -- the Ondamar Aparthotel offers similar facilities at almost half the price, though rooms are less nice.
The mid-range Vila Gale Cerro Alagoa is a 310-room resort midway between Albufeira's lively "strip" and its picturesque old town. It's a 10-minute walk to two lovely beaches, but the hotel also overlooks a busy main road, and some rooms pick up traffic noise. Outdoor pools -- including one with a bar -- as well as one indoor pool mean there's always a place to swim, though poolside loungers can be hard to come by in peak season. Child-friendly facilities include a kids' club, a splash pool, and an indoor and outdoor playground -- for a more adult-oriented option, though, there's a themed English pub. Overall, with little wow-factor, rates seem a a bit high -- the Ondamar Aparthotel offers similar facilities at almost half the price, though rooms are less nice.
The Quinta Pedra dos Bicos is a quiet, mid-range apartment complex located on the eastern outskirts of the popular Algarve resort town of Albufeira. Despite this location, there's plenty accessible on foot, including a lovely beach, the lively "Strip", and even a large supermarket. Apartments are functional with cooking facilities and most have balconies or terraces -- a few even offer sea views -- but the colorful decor and wooden furniture are a bit dated, plus the Wi-Fi is temperamental. Besides two swimming pools and a playground, features are a little light, with no sports equipment or spa. More active guests should consider the neighboring -- though noisier -- Clube Praia da Oura.
The Quinta Pedra dos Bicos is a quiet, mid-range apartment complex located on the eastern outskirts of the popular Algarve resort town of Albufeira. Despite this location, there's plenty accessible on foot, including a lovely beach, the lively "Strip", and even a large supermarket. Apartments are functional with cooking facilities and most have balconies or terraces -- a few even offer sea views -- but the colorful decor and wooden furniture are a bit dated, plus the Wi-Fi is temperamental. Besides two swimming pools and a playground, features are a little light, with no sports equipment or spa. More active guests should consider the neighboring -- though noisier -- Clube Praia da Oura.
The Vila Petra Aparthotel is a mid-range apartment complex set in a quiet neighborhood that's a 10-minute walk from Albufeira's nightlife hub. Its 143 apartments range from studios to two-bedroom units and all have full kitchens and balconies. Interiors are nothing to write home about, and while the rooms are reasonably modern, they are the definition of plain and bathrooms are dated. Facilities are extensive, with two restaurants, three bars, and both indoor and outdoor pools, as well as some kid-friendly amenities, including ia kids' club and playground. Unfortunately, the beach isn't within walking distance and other guests can be noisy. While rates are certainly competitive, beach-lovers should consider the similarly priced Quinta Pedra dos Bicos, which is close to Praia da Oura -- though cooking facilities are less extensive.
The Vila Petra Aparthotel is a mid-range apartment complex set in a quiet neighborhood that's a 10-minute walk from Albufeira's nightlife hub. Its 143 apartments range from studios to two-bedroom units and all have full kitchens and balconies. Interiors are nothing to write home about, and while the rooms are reasonably modern, they are the definition of plain and bathrooms are dated. Facilities are extensive, with two restaurants, three bars, and both indoor and outdoor pools, as well as some kid-friendly amenities, including ia kids' club and playground. Unfortunately, the beach isn't within walking distance and other guests can be noisy. While rates are certainly competitive, beach-lovers should consider the similarly priced Quinta Pedra dos Bicos, which is close to Praia da Oura -- though cooking facilities are less extensive.
Vale de Carros is a two-pearl apartment hotel about a five-minute drive from Falesia Beach. It's a bit off the beaten path for travelers looking to party in Albufeira, which is 15 minutes from the hotel by car. This property mostly draws budget-oriented families to its spacious apartments, which feature basic kitchens. There's a fee for Wi-Fi and extra appliances, and many units could use sprucing up. However, amenities are fairly good, with two outdoor pools, a children's pool, kids' club, and snack bar with TV sports and nightly live entertainment and games. A free shuttle runs to Falesia Beach, though not on Sundays. As an alternative, travelers wanting apartments closer to the action in Albufeira should check out Cerro Malpique Aparthotel, which has lovely sea views.
Vale de Carros is a two-pearl apartment hotel about a five-minute drive from Falesia Beach. It's a bit off the beaten path for travelers looking to party in Albufeira, which is 15 minutes from the hotel by car. This property mostly draws budget-oriented families to its spacious apartments, which feature basic kitchens. There's a fee for Wi-Fi and extra appliances, and many units could use sprucing up. However, amenities are fairly good, with two outdoor pools, a children's pool, kids' club, and snack bar with TV sports and nightly live entertainment and games. A free shuttle runs to Falesia Beach, though not on Sundays. As an alternative, travelers wanting apartments closer to the action in Albufeira should check out Cerro Malpique Aparthotel, which has lovely sea views.
Luna Alpinus is a mid-range, all-apartment complex located in the peaceful and largely residential neighborhood of Acoteias. While set away from the lively nightlife of Albufeira (about a 15-minute drive away), there are a few decent restaurants in the area and the stunning cliffs of Praia da Falesia are within walking distance. The 185 spacious apartments have generic wood furnishings, but they come with well-equipped kitchenettes, balconies or terraces, and air-conditioning, plus Wi-Fi is free throughout. Two pool areas cater to different crowds -- one is a quiet pool and the other a lively one with activities and entertainment. An all-inclusive option is available -- though food can be subpar. Compare rates with Alfagar Aldeamanto Turistico, another apartment-style hotel with a stunning clifftop setting.
Luna Alpinus is a mid-range, all-apartment complex located in the peaceful and largely residential neighborhood of Acoteias. While set away from the lively nightlife of Albufeira (about a 15-minute drive away), there are a few decent restaurants in the area and the stunning cliffs of Praia da Falesia are within walking distance. The 185 spacious apartments have generic wood furnishings, but they come with well-equipped kitchenettes, balconies or terraces, and air-conditioning, plus Wi-Fi is free throughout. Two pool areas cater to different crowds -- one is a quiet pool and the other a lively one with activities and entertainment. An all-inclusive option is available -- though food can be subpar. Compare rates with Alfagar Aldeamanto Turistico, another apartment-style hotel with a stunning clifftop setting.
Paladim Aparthotel is a simple value apartment property in Albufeira, (just) within walking distance of nightlife, dining, and beaches. Its 63 studios and one-bedroom apartments, while dated in parts, are clean and perfectly adequate for most travelers, with cooking facilities and lounge areas. The hotel's grounds are small, but the pool is a good size and the restaurant offers decent value for money; there's even some evening entertainment offered. While far from glamorous, for a cheap and friendly aparthotel with self-catering facilities and better-than-average food, this is a strong option. For a little more outlay, though, Solaqua Apartments offers apartments closer to the beach.
Paladim Aparthotel is a simple value apartment property in Albufeira, (just) within walking distance of nightlife, dining, and beaches. Its 63 studios and one-bedroom apartments, while dated in parts, are clean and perfectly adequate for most travelers, with cooking facilities and lounge areas. The hotel's grounds are small, but the pool is a good size and the restaurant offers decent value for money; there's even some evening entertainment offered. While far from glamorous, for a cheap and friendly aparthotel with self-catering facilities and better-than-average food, this is a strong option. For a little more outlay, though, Solaqua Apartments offers apartments closer to the beach.
The 62-unit Choromar Apartments is a mid-range property situated in a residential neighborhood about a 15-minute drive outside Albufeira. There's not much nearby, so guests will need a car, although the hotel provides free shuttle service to the beach and old town. Apartments are basic, but they have efficiency kitchenettes or kitchens, and larger apartments add a balcony or terrace, some with nice views of the pool. The restaurant and bar is a popular spot, especially during high season, when there's nightly entertainment. The heated outdoor pool at the main building is also a big draw, though it gets crowded at times. Travelers wanting to be closer to town and the beach could check out the similar Vila Petra Aparthotel, which has more facilities but also higher rates.
The 62-unit Choromar Apartments is a mid-range property situated in a residential neighborhood about a 15-minute drive outside Albufeira. There's not much nearby, so guests will need a car, although the hotel provides free shuttle service to the beach and old town. Apartments are basic, but they have efficiency kitchenettes or kitchens, and larger apartments add a balcony or terrace, some with nice views of the pool. The restaurant and bar is a popular spot, especially during high season, when there's nightly entertainment. The heated outdoor pool at the main building is also a big draw, though it gets crowded at times. Travelers wanting to be closer to town and the beach could check out the similar Vila Petra Aparthotel, which has more facilities but also higher rates.
Pateo Village Apartments offer budget-conscious travelers modern apartment-style accommodations and a solid lineup of features for an affordable rate. Leisure facilities are the name of the game here, with a huge outdoor pool, children's pool, indoor pool, hot tub, and multi-sport court for tennis, basketball, and soccer. The 75 spacious apartments are a bit dated, but they're generally in good condition. All come with kitchens and balconies or terraces, but there's no Wi-Fi (it's free in public spaces) and not all units have working AC. Travelers who don't need an apartment and are willing to spend a bit more money to stay closer to old town Albufeira and the beach might consider Hotel do Cerro.
Pateo Village Apartments offer budget-conscious travelers modern apartment-style accommodations and a solid lineup of features for an affordable rate. Leisure facilities are the name of the game here, with a huge outdoor pool, children's pool, indoor pool, hot tub, and multi-sport court for tennis, basketball, and soccer. The 75 spacious apartments are a bit dated, but they're generally in good condition. All come with kitchens and balconies or terraces, but there's no Wi-Fi (it's free in public spaces) and not all units have working AC. Travelers who don't need an apartment and are willing to spend a bit more money to stay closer to old town Albufeira and the beach might consider Hotel do Cerro.