Location

This hotel offers a wonderful location, between the Pine Cliffs golf course and a green pine forest. It lies only a few minutes (around 450 m) from the well-known Falésia beach and roughly 8 km east of Albufeira. The Roman ruins are location around 10 km away, Loulé castle is roughly 15 km from the hotel, Silves Castle is 30 km, Estoi Palace is 25 km and the old town of Faro is around 35 km from the hotel. Links to the public transport network lie about 200 m away.

Facilities

10 junior suites and 159 double rooms are located on 4 storeys and can be reached by lift. The reception desk is open round the clock. Amenities include a baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access in public areas allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. A fireplace creates a cosy atmosphere. Everyday necessities can be purchased at the supermarket. Guests can buy souvenirs at the gift shop. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand and a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a car hire service, medical assistance, room service (for a fee), an alarm call service, a laundry service and a coin-operated laundry. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service (for a fee) to explore the surrounding area. A fax machine is available for guests' business needs.

Rooms

Rooms feature a living area, a kitchen and a bathroom. Air conditioning and central heating ensure comfortable temperatures. Most of rooms include a balcony or terrace as a standard feature. Rooms have a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Separate bedrooms are available. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator and a tea/coffee station. There is also an ironing set and a trouser press. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi (no extra charge) ensure optimal comfort. Slippers are included. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, a vanity mirror and bathrobes are provided. As a special feature, bathrooms are also stocked with cosmetic products and a selection of towels. Wheelchair-friendly rooms can be booked. The hotel has 169 non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

The pleasantly heated water of the indoor and outdoor pools guarantees comfortable swimming. Guests can treat themselves to refreshing drinks at the poolside snack bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub. A terrace with sun loungers and parasols is available. The hotel offers a wide range of outdoor sports, including cycling/mountain biking, fishing and horse riding. For a fee, guests can also enjoy tennis. Water sports available at the hotel include windsurfing, canoeing, snorkelling and diving. Sport and leisure facilities at the hotel include table tennis, billiards and darts. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam and Ayurveda treatments. Subject to charge: massage treatments. An entertainment programme and live music round out the entertainment options.

Meals

Dining facilities include a restaurant with air conditioning, a dining room, a café and a bar. Half board can be booked. A generous breakfast buffet, lunch and dinner offer plenty of delicious variety. Diet meals, gluten-free meals and vegetarian dishes can be prepared on request. In addition, special catering options and snacks are available. The show cooking is a particularly special attraction.

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