Albufeira Small Luxury Hotels
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Here’s a quick list of the best hotels in Albufeira
Discovering Small Luxury Hotels in Albufeira offers an intimate way to enjoy the Algarve’s sun-drenched cliffs, golden beaches and vibrant Old Town with boutique service, personalized experiences and indulgent spas—perfect for travelers seeking characterful stays rather than cookie-cutter resorts. For the best value, book a sea-view room in spring or early autumn, choose properties near Praia dos Pescadores or the Marina for dining and nightlife, and prioritize hotels that include concierge-led excursions, breakfast and easy access to boat tours and hidden coves.
Best Small Luxury Hotels in Albufeira
Albufeira Sol Hotel & Spa
Areias Village Beach Suite Hotel
Pine Cliffs Village & Golf Suites
Downtown Albufeira Hotels with Balcony
Pine Cliffs Ocean Suites
Pine Cliffs Hotel
VidaMar Resort Hotel Algarve
Albufeira Hotels with Private Balcony
W Algarve
W Algarve, a 5-star hotel in Albufeira less than 1 km from Evaristo Beach and about 1–1.2 km from Balbina and Castelo Beaches, offers a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, free private parking, a fitness centre, garden, terrace and bar; amenities include a 24-hour front desk, airport transfers, room service and complimentary WiFi throughout, plus a children’s playground, table tennis and options for bike and car hire. - Close to several beaches (Evaristo, Balbina, Castelo) - Seasonal outdoor pool and well-equipped fitness centre - Free private parking and complimentary WiFi - Family-friendly facilities (children’s playground, table tennis) - 24-hour front desk with airport transfer and room service
3HB Guarana - All Inclusive
3HB Guarana - All Inclusive is a small 4-star hotel in Albufeira, opened in June 2020 and located 300 metres from Barranco das Belharucas Beach; it offers all-inclusive accommodation with a restaurant, terrace, shared lounge, private parking and free WiFi, plus 24-hour reception and room service. Guests can enjoy outdoor and indoor pools, a hot tub, spa and wellness centre with sauna and fitness room, a nightclub, kids' club and garden with playground; air-conditioned rooms include a wardrobe, safety deposit box, flat-screen TV, balcony and private bathroom with bidet, with bed linen and towels provided, and buffet/continental/American breakfast is served each morning. Nearby beaches include Olheiros de Água Doce, Olhos de Água and Maria Luísa, and Faro Airport is 36 km away with a paid airport shuttle available. - Indoor and outdoor pools plus spa and hot tub - Just 300 m from Barranco das Belharucas Beach - All-inclusive 4-star property, opened June 2020 - Family-friendly facilities: kids' club and playground - Private parking and paid airport shuttle available
Alisios
Perched on the Algarve cliffs, Alísios is a modern hotel overlooking the Atlantic with a panoramic deck and an indoor pool fed with heated seawater; airy rooms feature floor-to-ceiling windows that open onto private balconies, while an outdoor terrace serves seafood, barbecue and salads until 21:30 in summer and offers drinks and cocktails all day, with live music on some evenings. Guests can rent bicycles on site to explore Albufeira Old Town just 1 km away and the nearby lively Strip, and the hotel provides free Wi‑Fi throughout and complimentary private parking. - Stunning cliff-top Atlantic views - Heated indoor seawater pool and panoramic deck - Rooms with floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies - Terrace dining, all-day drinks and occasional live music - Free Wi‑Fi, complimentary parking and bike rental
Hotel California Urban Beach - Adults Only
Falésia Hotel - Adults Only
Falésia Hotel - Adults Only is set within large gardens and provides a free shuttle to Falésia Beach (about an 800 m / 5-minute drive), indoor and outdoor pools plus a hot tub, and easy access to top golf — Pine Cliffs nearby and the championship courses at Vilamoura and Vila Sol about 15 minutes away; guest rooms feature private balconies with garden or mountain views, LCD satellite TVs and free Wi‑Fi, while the stylish O Lago Restaurant serves buffet meals overlooking the garden and pond, the Show Bar offers live summer entertainment and the Palm Bar serves cocktails in the garden during the season, with car and bicycle rental available and Faro International Airport roughly a 30-minute drive. - Free shuttle to Falésia Beach (800 m / ~5 min) - Indoor and outdoor pools plus hot tub - Close to Pine Cliffs, Vilamoura and Vila Sol golf courses - Rooms with private balconies, LCD TV and free Wi‑Fi - Buffet restaurant, summer entertainment and garden cocktail bar
Jupiter Albufeira Hotel - Family & Fun - All Inclusive
The renovated 5-star Jupiter Albufeira Hotel - Family & Fun - All Inclusive sits in the peaceful Montechoro area, about a 10-minute drive from Oura Beach and Albufeira centre, and offers a water park, several outdoor pools, a spa (surcharge) with sauna, steam room and indoor pool, modern family-friendly rooms with private balconies and walk-in showers, a main buffet restaurant serving non-stop meals from breakfast to dinner, an Italian pizzeria (Al Italiu) and the Alecrim à la carte restaurant (included once weekly in the all‑inclusive programme), a rooftop bar (Al Gharb) with ocean views, a complimentary 24-hour fitness room, and a free shuttle service running 2–6 times daily to Oura Beach and Albufeira’s old town; Faro Airport is 38 km away. - Water park and multiple outdoor pools - Strong all‑inclusive dining options (buffet, pizza, weekly à la carte) - Rooftop bar with panoramic sea views - Family-friendly rooms with balconies and walk-in showers - Free shuttle to beach/old town and 24-hour gym