Hotel Mar à Vista

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Barata Hotels
7.6 (102 reviews)
Lago dos Lusiadas, Cerro Da Piedade, Albufeira, 8200-072 , Albufeira , PT
+351 289 586 354

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Facilities

Free WiFi
24-hour front desk
Garden
Luggage storage
Designated smoking area
Wheelchair accessible
Elevator
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Safe-deposit box at front desk
24-hour business center
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Nice views
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Inconsistent amenities

Categories

Cleanliness
6.4
Issues with stains and a cockroach noted; indicates a need for improvement.
Service
8.4
Staff were accommodating and friendly, providing assistance to guests.
Location
8.4
The hotel offers a good location with ocean views and accessibility to the old town.
Room Quality
7.4
Initial room condition was a concern, but later upgrade was appreciated.
Amenities
7.9
Pool and parking available, although some amenities were lacking.
Value for Money
6.9
Breakfast price discrepancy and room condition make value perception mixed.
Food and Beverage
7.9
Breakfast received positive feedback despite pricing issues.
Overall Experience
7.5
Overall a pleasant experience with room for improvement in cleanliness.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 20:02

Property Description

Outdoor Pool and Bicycles to Rent
Enjoy a refreshing dip in the outdoor pool or explore the area on two wheels with bicycles available for rent at Hotel Mar à Vista.
Restaurant and Bar/Lounge
Indulge in a satisfying meal at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, perfect for relaxing after a day of adventure.
Convenient Amenities
Benefit from amenities such as a 24-hour business center, a 24-hour front desk, and free self-parking. The hotel also offers a roundtrip airport shuttle for your convenience.
Experience the best of Albufeira at Hotel Mar à Vista, just a short drive from popular attractions like Albufeira Old Town Square and Albufeira Marina. Book your stay now for a memorable holiday experience.

Important information:

  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: FAO

Property Policies

  • Pets

    Pets not allowed

  • Sustainability Certifications

    Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

  • General

    Gloves are available to guests

  • General

    Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

  • General

    Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

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Location

Guest Reviews

7.6
Based on 102 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.4
Service: 8.4
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 7.4
Amenities: 7.9
Value for Money: 6.9
Food and Beverage: 7.9
Overall Experience: 7.5
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Lais • solo_traveller • pt
10
Pros:

A estadia foi excelente! O hotel é confortável e bem localizado,fiquei literalmente com o quarto de vista para o mar! O atendimento foi ótimo, todos muito simpáticos e prestativos. Com certeza voltaria e recomendo para quem procura um lugar agradável para ficar.

2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Castrillo Pacheco • solo_traveller • es
7
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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Gerard • couple • fr
8
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Anna Igorevna Kravchenko • solo_traveller • ua
10
Pros:

Great location on a hill with a beautiful view. The room was spacious, and the area was very quiet. I have trouble sleeping, but I was able to get a great night's sleep every night, even with the windows open.

There is no air conditioning in the room, but it wasn't an issue because the weather wasn't too hot and opening the window kept the room comfortable.

Breakfast is served with a wonderful view of the town and the ocean. The selection is not very large, but everything was fresh and tasty—perfect for a light breakfast.

The beach is about a 10-minute walk downhill. On the way back, you'll need to walk uphill to reach the hotel, but I didn't mind it.

Everything was clean, tidy, and well maintained. Overall, I really enjoyed my stay and would happily stay here again.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Good the bar was always open in the night so could also get a drink etc. Staff were helpful

Cons:

They ran out of drinks. Breakfast could have more choice

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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alexandra • solo_traveller • es
7
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Martin • couple • nl
10
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Valérie & Norbert • solo_traveller • fr
5
Séjour très moyen, qu'on oubliera
Pros:

Le personnel est sympathique et c'est assez bien situé.
Vue mer depuis certaines chambres

Cons:

Hôtel très vétuste
Salle de bains vraiment petite et avec des équipements très anciens, porte de la douche datant...de plusieurs années.
Pas assez de prises électriques : comme il n'y a pas de climatisation dans l'hôtel il y avait un ventilateur portatif dans la chambre mais si on voulait le faire fonctionner alors il fallait débrancher le réfrigérateur...
On était au 4ème sous la salle du petit déjeuner donc on entendait tous les bruits des chaises qu'on déplace.
Le petit déjeuner est assez moyen

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Fernando • solo_traveller • pt
4
2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Ana Bella • solo_traveller • es
9
Pros:

La ubicación y el personal

Cons:

Instalaciones un poco antiguas

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Sam Jessan • couple • sk
10
It’s a time capsule. Very spacious room and everything is clean. Breakfast view at the 5th floor is great.
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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André • solo_traveller • ch
8
3,5 star for a two star price
Pros:

The owner is very pleasant and devoted to make your stay comfortable. Excellent breakfast. Not 2 star but 4

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Oscar • solo_traveller • es
1
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Williams • solo_traveller • gb
4
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Lucia • couple • sk
8
2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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kada • solo_traveller • fr
8
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Sylvia • couple • be
5
Goed voor 1 nacht maar heel basic. Vriendelijk personeel.
Pros:

Personeel was vriendelijk.

Cons:

Kamer was teleurstellend, ontbijt teleurstellend. Zwembad heb ik niet gezien wegens te weinig tijd. Of kiezen voor terras ofwel voor airco. Gekozen voor terras waar je amper op kon.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Ilenia • solo_traveller • es
6
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Macìas • couple • es
6
Pros:

Las vistas al mar y que estaba cerca del centro

Cons:

Los ruidos que se escuchaban en la habitación tanto por la noche como por el día

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Agata • couple • pl
1
I cannot recommend this hotel to anyone
Pros:

Nothing

Cons:

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I rarely leave negative reviews, but this hotel was a huge disappointment.

The entire property feels like it is stuck in the 1980s. Everything is old, worn out, and poorly maintained. The carpets were dirty, and the overall atmosphere was gloomy and honestly felt like something out of a horror movie. The price is completely unjustified for the quality you receive.

We booked a room with a sea view, as shown in the photos, but instead we were given a room overlooking the parking lot. During the night we were constantly woken up by people in the parking lot and by the garbage truck early in the morning.

Immediately after check-in, we wanted to cancel our second night and move to another hotel because we were so disappointed. We asked several times, but our request was repeatedly refused.

Eventually, after further complaints, the hotel agreed to change our room—but only from the following day. We had to check out of our original room by 12:00, wait for the new room to be prepared, and move all of our belongings ourselves. Even then, the “sea view” was misleading, as you could only see the sea if you stepped out onto the balcony.

However, that was not even the biggest issue. The overall condition of the hotel is extremely outdated, does not match the photos, and certainly does not justify the price. I would not stay here again and cannot recommend it.

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee