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Hotel Balaia Mar

Hotel Balaia Mar

Albufeira
Check in 4:00 PM
Check out 11:00 AM
This hotel has renovations that may affect your stay read more

Renovations

The property is closed between November 27 and April 01.

Create lifelong memories at Hotel Balaia Mar, where family adventures begin and smiles are guaranteed for every age, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Balaia Golf Village and Praia dos Olhos de Água. This family-friendly hotel is 15 minutes drive to Albufeira Old Town Square and 20 minutes drive to Falesia Beach.

Ideal for families, our rooms come with a fully-stocked minibar, daily housekeeping, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, complimentary high-speed WiFi, air conditioning, room service and a private balcony, rollaway beds and extra space for little ones. Conveniences include a phone, a desk, wheelchair-accessibility and an in-room safe.

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Property Details

Dip into one of the 2 outdoor pools or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and an arcade/game room.

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Uncovered parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Airport transportation
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Arcade/game room
  • Number of outdoor pools - 2
  • Garden
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Airport transportation (surcharge)
  • Luggage storage
  • Billiards or pool table
  • Multilingual staff
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Electric car charging station
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
  • Golfing nearby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free self parking
  • Elevator
  • Terrace
  • Bicycle rentals on site
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Total number of rooms - 32
  • Number of floors - 2

Check-in

Check-in is from 4:00 PM until midnight. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM. If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

  • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
  • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
  • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
  • Tax ID - 500983658
  • This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Other details

Enjoy international cuisine at Restaurante da Piscina, a poolside restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Maria Luisa Beach - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Balaia Golf Village - 1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Santa Eulalia Beach - 1.2 km / 0.8 mi
Medronheira Tower - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Praia dos Olhos de Água - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Agua Doce Beach - 2.1 km / 1.3 mi
The Strip - 2.4 km / 1.5 mi
Belharucas Beach - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Oura Beach - 2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Albufeira Bullring - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
International Health Centers Albufeira - 3.2 km / 2 mi
Aveiros Beach - 3.3 km / 2.1 mi
Praia dos Alemães - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Pine Cliffs Golf Course - 3.8 km / 2.4 mi
Praia do Inatel - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi
The nearest airports are:
Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 36.3 km / 22.6 mi
Portimao (PRM) - 43.4 km / 27 mi
The preferred airport for Hotel Balaia Mar is Faro Intl. Airport (FAO).

  • The seasonal pool will be open from May to September.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
  • One child 3 years old or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Beach nearby
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • Essential workers only - NO

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Resort fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Other charges

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10.5 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 45 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

Rua da Praia Maria Luisa, Albufeira, 8200-925, Portugal
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