Albufeira Sol Hotel & Spa

Hotels
8.3 (3273 reviews)
Corcovada, Areias de São João , Albufeira , PT
+351 289 587 496

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Strong animation team and daily activities
Clean hotel and regular housekeeping
Good pool facilities (including indoor pool)
Family-friendly atmosphere and suitable for children
Varied food options and snack bars
Convenient location
Cons:
Ants reported in some rooms/bathrooms
Some restaurant staff unfriendly / reception occasionally brusque
Strict and costly rules for towels and key cards
Dining area can be noisy
Rooms can feel dated for some guests
Bar service ends early (around 23:00) for some reviewers

Categories

Cleanliness
8.2
Generally praised (propreté, chambres nettoyées tous les jours, suites impeccables) but several reviews mention ants in rooms/bathroom and occasional concerns about cleaning timing.
Service
8.6
Animation team and many reception/cleaning staff described as friendly and helpful, but some reports of unfriendly restaurant staff and staff who appear not very smiley or overly strict on rules.
Location
8.8
Multiple reviews state the hotel is well located and recommend it for families; location is viewed positively.
Room Quality
8
Rooms described as clean and comfortable with good bedding for many guests, though some mention dated decor and one report of ants and basic furnishings.
Amenities
8.6
Strong positives for pools, indoor pool, animation and daily activities; towel service is available but rules around towels/key cards are seen as strict.
Value for Money
7.4
Mixed perceptions: some find services and facilities acceptable, but complaints about extra charges (towels, key cards), basic offering for a 4-star and perceived mismatch with price reduce perceived value.
Food and Beverage
8
Many praise variety and tasty menus at times (buffet and snack bars), but some guests found the buffet only mediocre/edible, and one noted bar service stops at 23:00 limiting options.
Overall Experience
8.8
Mostly positive overall—family-friendly, enjoyable stays, good animation and pools—offset by service inconsistencies, strict rules and occasional room issues for some guests.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-11-05 14:17

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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.3
Based on 3273 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.2
Service: 8.6
Location: 8.8
Room Quality: 8
Amenities: 8.6
Value for Money: 7.4
Food and Beverage: 8
Overall Experience: 8.8
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Helder • solo_traveller • pt
8
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Laura • couple • ie
10
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Corentin • family_with_children • fr
9
2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Joe • family_with_children • gb
10
2026-10-29 • via Nuitee
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FABRICE • family_with_children • fr
8
Pros:

Super équipe d’animateurs, diversité des repas, propreté de l’hôtel, piscine intérieure top

Cons:

Impossible de faire une sieste avec notre petit fils, le service de nettoyage passe vers 15h et si vous mettez la pancarte ne pas déranger, votre chambre n’est pas nettoyée . La jeune fille à l’accueil du restaurant très désagréable .

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Lourdes • family_with_children • es
8
2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Teodoro • family_with_children • pt
10
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Radoslaw • family_with_children • ie
7
Mało przyjemnie.
Pros:

Czystość, animacje i zajęcia dla gości. Przepyszne jedzenie.

Cons:

Ciągłe pytanie o numer pokoju. Przed każdym posiłkiem Po raz pierwszy miałem taką sytuację na wakacjach All inclusive . Personel mało miły Czułem sie jak intruz który wszystkim przeszkadza swoją obecnością. Rozumiem ze może są zmęczeni lub słabo wynagradzani ale to nie moja wina. Ogólnie nie polecam hotelu.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Claire Marie • family_with_children • fr
8
Pros:

Propreté
Variété du buffet
Fonctiinnel

Cons:

Espace restauration très bruyant.
Animation pour les adultes commençant trop tard

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Alonso • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-10-24 • via Nuitee
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Sinead • couple • ie
10
2026-10-23 • via Nuitee
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Cristina • family_with_children • es
10
2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • gb
7
Great 10 days but wouldn’t come back unless there were upgrades
Pros:

Reasonably clean, younger staff, cleaning staff and reception were always very pleasant.

Cons:

Very basic for a four-star hotel. The buffet food was edible at best, which is not what you expect at this level, and some of the older staff were quite rude and overly strict.

The hotel also has a lot of unnecessary rules. Pool towels have to be returned or you are charged €20 each, which is a crazy price for a plain, unbranded towel that costs about €3. Lose your key card and it is another €20. I have never stayed at a hotel with this rule; they normally just cancel the old card and issue a new one. These things cost next to nothing and guests should not have to worry about losing a tiny key card while on holiday. You also have to give your room number every time you enter the restaurant, which makes no sense when you are already wearing a wristband.

To top it off, there were ants throughout the room, especially in the bathroom and kitchen, and the room itself was dated.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Rebecca • extended_group • gb
9
nothing
Pros:

The pool was easy to access and clean
not too busy

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Severine • family_with_children • fr
8
Agréable séjour avec hôtel bien situé je recommande surtout pour les familles avec enfants
Pros:

L hôtel est propre , chambre nettoyée tous les jours , équipements correct bonne literie , 2 piscine très bien avec prêt de serviette pour transat très appréciable, buffet correct , ainsi que les snack bar le matin et l après midi , on a toujours un temps où l on peut se restaurer , activités et spectacles tous les jours

Cons:

Personnel devrait être un peu plus souriant, ils ne sont pas désagréables mais ils sont peu souriants et on a l impression des fois de les déranger

2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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Raquel • solo_traveller • es
10
Pros:

El equipo de animación lo mejor! Mis niños estaban encantados,tanto el personal del restaurante como del bar muy educados y serviciales

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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Dmytro • family_with_children • pt
9
2026-10-20 • via Nuitee
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SYLVIE • couple • fr
10
Super séjour, hôtel à recommander
Pros:

Super hôtel, confortable, propre, bien situé, nourriture variée,

Cons:

Ras

2026-10-19 • via Nuitee
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Wilson • family_with_children • nl
9
Pros:

Gosteinde tudo.

Cons:

Nada a apontar.

2026-10-18 • via Nuitee
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Stephen • family_with_children • gb
8
2026-10-18 • via Nuitee