Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

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Hotel Indigo
8.5 (1867 reviews)
Rua Joaquim Pedro Samora 2 , Albufeira , PT

Children allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities
WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Spotlessly clean
Exceptional hospitality
Great central location
Unique boutique style rooms
Excellent breakfast
Cons:
Noise from nearby clubs
Limited hot food choices
Steep walk to hotel
Inconsistent room location for different guests

Categories

Cleanliness
8.89
Spotlessly clean and very well maintained.
Service
8.86
Exceptional hospitality, friendly, helpful, and professional staff.
Location
8.4
Perfect central location, though potentially noisy during peak season.
Room Quality
8.35
Large, well-decorated rooms with a unique boutique style.
Amenities
8.38
Great amenities including a spa, but some guests suggested a gym would be nice.
Value for Money
8.34
Good value considering the quality of the stay and services.
Food and Beverage
8.39
Excellent breakfast with a variety of choices, although some found the hot food options limited.
Overall Experience
8.36
Great atmosphere and enjoyable stay, with minor critiques regarding location noise.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2025-12-06 11:38

Property Description

Luxurious Accommodations
Indulge in the contemporary and elegant rooms at Hotel California Urban Beach - Adults Only, featuring Smart TVs, air-conditioning, and stylish decor. Some rooms even offer a cozy seating area for added comfort.

Relaxation and Wellness
Unwind at the D’Spa with its Organic & Vegan concept, offering a variety of massages, beauty treatments, a heated indoor pool, and a refreshing water circuit. The outdoor gym provides a perfect setting for a workout session under the sun.

Vibrant Poolside Experience
Enjoy the outdoor pool with stunning views of Albufeira, relax on sun loungers, and sip on refreshing cocktails from the pool bar. After a day of leisure, head to the Lounge Bar for a laid-back evening. With a convenient location near Praia dos Pescadores Beach and Albufeira Marina, your stay at Hotel California Urban Beach - Adults Only promises to be unforgettable.

Book now for a memorable stay at Hotel California Urban Beach - Adults Only!

Important information:

Please note that when booking a rate where payment is due before arrival, Hotel California Urban Beach will provide a secure UNICRE link.

The name on the credit card used for the booking should correspond to the guest staying at the property. This credit card must be presented at check-in. A new payment will be requested if the card is not presented.

Please note that the property only accepts guests with more than 18 years old.

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Parking is subject to availability due to limited spaces.
If you require an invoice when booking a prepaid rate, write this and your company details in the Special Requests box.
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.
A deposit may be required at the property.

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

Location

Guest Reviews

8.5
Based on 1867 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.89
Service: 8.86
Location: 8.4
Room Quality: 8.35
Amenities: 8.38
Value for Money: 8.34
Food and Beverage: 8.39
Overall Experience: 8.36
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Anna • couple • ca
10
Pros:

Great location. Within walking distance to the Old Town and two beaches. The hotel nice large room and excellent onsite breakfast. Really enjoyed the pool and the many sun beds that were available.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Leisiane • couple • no
6
2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Ryan • solo_traveller • gb
10
Lovely hotel & ideal location
Pros:

Nice clean room, comfy bed and a good shower!
The hotel itself was spotless.
Nice little pool area, ideal for a couples break.
A door on the ground floor that takes you straight onto the strip with cafes, restaurants & shops.
Ideal location.

Cons:

Some shelves would of been handy.
There's not much space to put toiletries.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
C
Christopher • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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artus • solo_traveller • fr
1
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Agnieszka • family_with_children • pl
10
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Jodi • couple • ca
8
Staff was great, definitely loud outside late but the provided ear plugs work, shower/toliet a bit of an odd set up
Pros:

Location, bed was comfortable, staff was great.

Cons:

Balcony deck carpet not great/clean.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Olivia • couple • ch
4
The location is very central, but being directly above the nightlife area makes it extremely noisy at night.
Pros:

The Location

Cons:

Unfortunately, our stay was very disappointing. Our room was located directly above the main nightlife and party area, and getting any sleep was practically impossible. The hotel even provides earplugs in the room, which already says a lot about the noise level. However, even with the earplugs, the music and noise were still loud and clearly audible throughout the night.

Unless you are planning to stay out partying until the early hours yourself, I really cannot recommend this hotel.

When we asked to change rooms because of the noise, we were told that the only option was to upgrade to a suite for an additional €300 per night. We found this very disappointing, especially considering that the noise issue was clearly known to the hotel.

We also found some of the reception staff to be quite unfriendly and not particularly helpful. At times, their attitude even came across as somewhat arrogant, which made the situation even more frustrating.

The room itself was also not what we expected. There was no proper separate bathroom, but rather a cabin-like setup for the toilet and shower, which did not feel particularly comfortable or private.

Overall, in my opinion, the hotel is presented and marketed much better than what it actually offers. Considering the noise, the lack of helpfulness when we asked for another room, and the room design, our experience did not live up to our expectations at all.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Michael • solo_traveller • gb
8
Hotel Albufeira Sept 2026
Pros:

Great location. Nice room size. Food at the pool bar and breakfast was nice. Staff were all friendly and welcoming. Complimentary jug of water in the room each day .

Cons:

Pillows were not comfortable on the bed. Asked reception but no alternatives. The shower also leaked quite badly using the smaller showerhead. Sun loungers were all double and some constantly in shade. Made no sense as you can't lay how you like unless you both do. Lighting in the room was also very bad. It is strip lights along the ceiling which may as well not have been on.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Augusto • couple • br
8
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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FRANCESCA • couple • lu
2
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Carol Ann • couple • ie
8
Lovely stay, no complaints.
Pros:

The room and the pool area

Cons:

Waiting for the lift

2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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mccord • extended_group • us
9
2026-09-10 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • couple • gb
10
Pros:

it was local to everything

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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van audenhove • couple • fr
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Michelle • couple • gb
10
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Barrett • solo_traveller • ie
9
Pros:

Everything

Cons:

The lifts

2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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Hossein • couple • gb
9
2026-09-07 • via Nuitee
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O Sullivan • extended_group • ie
10
2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Joy • solo_traveller • ie
10
Hen Weekend
Pros:

We stayed here for a hen weekend and it was absolutely perfect for what we needed. The rooms were amazing , really modern, beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean and very functional and practical.
The location was brilliant, just behind the main square and so close to all the bars, restaurants and everything going on in the Old Town. There’s an entrance that brings you straight out into the heart of everything, which was so handy, especially for a party weekend!
We didn’t have breakfast in the hotel so can’t comment on that, but everything else was excellent. The staff were friendly and helpful throughout our stay.
For a group or a hen weekend looking to be right in the centre of Albufeira, I would definitely recommend it. Fantastic location, gorgeous rooms and absolutely perfect for our weekend. We had a brilliant stay!

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee