Albufeira Sol Hotel & Spa

Hotels
8.3 (2973 reviews)
Corcovada, Areias de São João , Albufeira , pt

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Offsite parking discounted rates available
Clubhouse
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Comfortable rooms
Good breakfast options
Excellent spa facilities
Cons:
Humidity issues
Deposit concerns
Room readiness delays

Categories

Cleanliness
7.63
Some complaints regarding humidity and cleanliness issues in the rooms.
Service
8.6
General feedback on staff being friendly, although some issues were noted.
Location
8.64
Good location, reachable, although some mentioned it was a bit far from central attractions.
Room Quality
8.09
Rooms are clean and comfortable, with some comments on humidity.
Amenities
8.12
Good amenities like heated pools and spa, though some amenities had extra fees.
Value for Money
8.58
Good overall value but noted deposit concerns.
Food and Beverage
8.13
Breakfast is good but some negative feedback on specific items.
Overall Experience
8.6
Overall positive experience with some mentioned drawbacks.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-16 00:53

Property Description

Modern 4-Star Hotel with Outdoor Pool and Spa

Bright Rooms with Balconies: Albufeira Sol Hotel & Spa offers modern rooms with balconies, full bathrooms, air conditioning, and free WiFi.

Delicious Dining and Entertainment: Indulge in local Portuguese dishes and international cuisine at the hotel's restaurant, or enjoy snacks at the Pool Bar. Evening entertainment includes live music, dancing, and karaoke.

Relaxing Spa Facilities: For extra pampering, guests can unwind at the contemporary SPA area with a sauna, hot tub, Turkish bath, gym, and massage room.

Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and entertainment at Albufeira Sol Hotel & Spa. Book your stay now for a memorable getaway!

Important information:

Please note that the Spa have an extra cost EUR 7,50 per person or EUR 12,50 per couple per day. It opens everyday. All the spa services have additional charges.

Please note that reservations of more than 8 people could have special conditions.

Please note, indoor Pool/Jacuzzi close on Monday.

Please note, a damage deposit of EUR 150 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Bookings made from 02.05.24 with check in starting on the 21st of May will have to pay 2,00€ per person/ per night for city taxes.

Please note that in the winter season, dinner could be buffet or la carte.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: FAO

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    You haven't added any extra beds.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 2973 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.63
Service: 8.6
Location: 8.64
Room Quality: 8.09
Amenities: 8.12
Value for Money: 8.58
Food and Beverage: 8.13
Overall Experience: 8.6
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Tamara solo_traveller es
8
2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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benitez family_with_children es
8
Pros:

Donde estaba situado

Cons:

La comida un poquito regular

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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Juliette couple gb
10
I’d definitely stay again. We were there for a friend’s 50th and the staff were very accommodating even though there was
Pros:

It had everything we needed and the food was outstanding !!

Cons:

The evening entertainment was a bit poor but the staff in general were amazing

2026-06-06 via Nuitee
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N1230WTcatherinec Couples East Lothian, Scotland
10
Lovely hotel with great food and great staff.
Pros:

Lovely clean and comfortable hotel located a block away from The Strip. Despite being near The Strip there was no noise from the bars/ clubs. Every member of staff we met was friendly and helpful. We were “all inclusive” and the food was really good. There was a great selection of food. It was freshly made and really tasty. Lovely salads, pastries, fruit, breads, meat, poultry, fish dishes, veg, pizza, pasta dishes and a variety of desserts. We couldn’t fault the food & enjoyed every meal. The restaurant staff worked hard to clear plates and keep the restaurant clean. There were a selection of self serve drinks taps-soft drinks, water, red/rose/white wine/ lagers/sangria. The sangria was really good!
The entertainment team were really good and did well to cater to guests of different nationalities. The pool area was kept clean and there were lots of sunbeds. The hotel ran a courtesy bus along to The Fishermens Beach along at the Old Town regularly throughout the day. We preferred to walk to Oura Beach which was 10 minutes down a steep hill. It was beautiful & very quiet. The walk to the Old Town took approx 40 minutes. The Strip is more suited to the young partygoers & The Old Town is also busy and catered for mixed age groups. Albufeira nightlife had a great party atmosphere & everyone was having a great time. We really enjoyed our time at the hotel & Albufeira.

2026-06-05 via Tripadvisor
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Twith3boys NONE Crawley, West Sussex, England
10
Great Hotel
Pros:

A lovely very clean hotel we found all the staff reception, Cleaners, dinning room and bar staff to be friendly they have a fantastic animation team from around the world encouraging you to join in with activities I personally enjoyed Dancing in the pool, Archery & Darts. They put on some fantastic shows and are very talented. The hotel location is in the new town with a big Aldi just up the road. There is a very lively strip not far so you do get all groups of people at the hotel Hen/stag do’s, big groups, families, people of all ages (this didn’t bother us) Although my son was not keen on the strip. The indoor pool and jacuzzi opened whilst we were there the indoor pool was nice and warmer than the outdoor one the jacuzzi was cold but bubbly. All the food is served in the restaurant so if you want a snack you need to make sure you dried and clothed. Our only complaint was the drinking glasses in the restaurant are not big enough. We brought our own water bottles to fill with water to keep hydrated the drinking water is warm in the restaurant but cold from the pool bar. The free bus shuttle to the Old town is great and we used this a couple of times. The speciality restaurant can be booked if you stay for 7 nights or more and made a nice change with great service and freshly cooked food you just have to pay for your drinks. The food is good and plentiful. We would recommend this hotel and had a great weeks holiday in the May Half term.

2026-06-05 via Tripadvisor
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Fabio solo_traveller pt
8
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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João solo_traveller pt
10
2026-06-05 via Nuitee
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angiemaryb Friends getaway Irvine, North Ayrshire, Ayrshire, Scotland
10
Great Hotel!
Pros:

We came here for my daughters 30th Birthday Holiday 11 of us all female from age 30 to 75. Can honestly say we had the best time it’s a great hotel the rooms are lovely and very spacious large bedroom living area with sofa and small kitchen area although the hotel is all inclusive it is handy to have a fridge. We all found the food to be really good and didn’t feel the need to eat out which we have done at previous hotels in the past. The staff are all very nice and friendly. The animation team are excellent and work very hard we would all come back for sure :)

The cocktails are okay not the best we have had but the wine is lovely and on tap in the restaurant i am fussy with my wine and can honestly say its the first all inclusive hotel I have been to where I loved the wine :)

They have water machines to top up your water bottles and the bar staff will give you ice too take a good cup and the water stays ice cold all day :)

We had amazing weather too absolutely love Portugal and hope to get back soon :)

It’s also in a great location 5 mins from the strip we spent most of our time in the old town (too old for the strip lol) use bolts and Ubers they are ridiculously cheap don’t use the local taxis they are a rip off.

You need to get down early for a sunbed people were down at 7.30am lying on them lol

Tip: My mother needs a walk in shower the hotel only has one room with this and we were lucky to get it. All other rooms have baths.

2026-06-04 via Tripadvisor
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Tania solo_traveller es
8
Pros:

Relación calidad precio

Cons:

La piscina cubierta estaba en maNtenimiento

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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Nikhola family_with_children gb
9
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Pros:

Great hotel with all necessary facilities, located in a peaceful location but still close to the amenities
Excellent food throughout!

Entertainment for the kids amazing! Special huge THANKS to Tamires and her team. She was great with kids, so her team, my lettle one enjoyed his stay and was very sad to leave the hotel

Cons:

None

2026-06-04 via Nuitee
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856krystinab NONE
10
The perfect family holiday
Pros:

We had the best stay here at this hotel. I would highly recommend and we will definitely be returning.
The staff were all super friendly from the Reception to the bar staff the entertainment team, especially.
The entertainment team were absolutely fantastic for the children. They made it so fun with plenty of activities games and lovely shows in the evening. I couldn’t thank them enough for making the Holiday so memorable and enjoyable for my children.
The food quality was perfect. The rooms were lovely and clean.
Thank you for an amazing stay and we are looking forward to returning in the future

2026-06-03 via Tripadvisor
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Pedro couple gb
9
Pros:

Great location
Helpful staff
Great veggie/vegan options
Amazing variety of dishes offered at all mealtimes
Good drink selection
Free hotel bus service into old town or beach
Good aircon and blackout curtains

Cons:

Double bed: two single beds pushed together
Hard mattresses
Not great sleep
A games room of some sort would improve there facilities
Not allow to take food to eat outside

2026-06-03 via Nuitee
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JuliaN2711 NONE
6
No more than 5 days
Pros:

Spent 10 days as a family (3 people). Overall, the place is clean, staff are helpful and efficient, entertainers are very good. The main advantage is the soundproof system of the rooms - it is really efficient (once you close the door, it is quiet, regardless of the noise level outside).
On the low side - food quality is average, bread was stale, cereal choice is really poor, meat was pretty tough. On the 5th day we were not looking forward to our meals. Staff at the restaurant is standing nearby looking at you ready to collect dishes (even though it is good to monitor and clean the plates, it made us quite uneasy to eat in front of the staff observing us).
Upon our arrival, there were unexpected fees - taxes (3 euro per day) and deposit (150 euro). Even though the deposit is refundable it would be helpful to notify the guests in advance of this.
Territory of the hotel is very small if you fancy to have a little walk without leaving the hotel. There is a SPAR nearby the hotel. Beware of the busy roads, cars do not tend to stop letting you go even on the dedicated road.
As a conclusion, we were happy to leave the hotel and go home)). Maybe that is the very purpose of holidays - to be happy coming back home.
Will we come back to that place - unlikely!

2026-06-02 via Tripadvisor
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natasha couple ie
10
2026-06-02 via Nuitee
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SheaW1888 Couples Belfast, Northern Ireland
10
Great Vibes, Lovely Food and a Brilliant Location
Pros:

My girlfriend and I stayed at Albufeira Sol Hotel and Spa, and we had a great time. We are both in our twenties, and the hotel had a really relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere throughout our stay.

The animation team were friendly and made the experience fun, but one of the biggest highlights was definitely the homemade pancakes and crêpes. They were absolutely amazing, and the lady who made them was fantastic.

The all-you-can-eat food was perfect for us, the drinks were decent, and overall the hotel had great vibes. The location was also excellent, making it easy to enjoy the local area.

I would definitely recommend Albufeira Sol Hotel and Spa for young couples looking for a fun, relaxed holiday in a great location.

2026-06-01 via Tripadvisor
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Jennifer couple de
9
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Rui couple pt
8
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Adrian family_with_children gb
8
Could have been a perfect stay, but….
Pros:

Very clean common areas and rooms. No fault here. Good facilities, kids entertainment and pools.

Cons:

Boring food. Seems like the food was prepared for guests whose taste was affected by all day/everyday drinking. Tasteless.
Too many groups of loud individuals and families. Mainly from UK. Alcohol should not be served whole day. People behaving like animals. Saw a heavily pregnant woman, drunk, who fell down the stairs. Her and her partner were drunk despite looking after 2 small kids. Rest of families were not better. Kids running around without supervision as parents too busy sipping their 5th, 8th or 10th drink. Evening entertainment always ended in people being drunk and loud.Railing to the main pool was broken by some drunk guests, plant pots knocked as well.
Hotel should invest in CCTV and react to such behaviour.
Overall, we will not be coming back as it looks like the management focus on binge drinking guests.

2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Rui couple pt
8
2026-06-01 via Nuitee
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Daniel solo_traveller pt
10
Pros:

O serviço TI foi dos melhores que já experienciei, desde da comida à animação, tudo excepcional!

Cons:

Nada a apontar!

2026-05-31 via Nuitee