Location

This hotel is an island of tranquility in Santa Eulalia, Albufeira, and is located right next to the sandy beach of Praia dos Bicos. It lies near the infamous club and bar area of Oura, Albufeira, known as The Strip, and there is a bus stop right across the street (70 m). Guests will enjoy attractions such as Zoomarine (a 20-minute drive), Paderne Castle (25 minutes' drive) and Silves Castle (a 35-minute car journey). The hotel is easy to get to, and Faro Airport is just 30 km away.

Facilities

The hotel has 2 junior suites, 140 single rooms and 140 double rooms, which are located on 5 storeys and are reachable by 2 lifts. English
● and French-speaking staff at the reception desk in the lobby are ready to assist you with check-in and check-out. Amenities include a cloakroom, baggage storage service, safe and cash machine. Wireless internet access in public areas (for a fee) allows guests to stay connected. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services and facilities include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service (for a fee), an alarm call service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service (for a fee) to explore the surrounding area. The business centre is on hand for guests' business requirements and provides a fax machine.

Rooms

Rooms are equipped with air conditioning and central heating. Guests can relax and enjoy the sea views from the balcony or private terrace of some rooms. Rooms have a double bed, a queen-size bed or a king-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe, a minibar and a desk are also available. Guests will also find a tea/coffee station included among the standard features. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub, as well as a hairdryer. Cosmetic products and a selection of towels provide additional comfort in the bathrooms. Wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms are also available. The hotel has 142 non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

Guests can enjoy a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool area. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. There is a poolside snack bar as well. The hotel offers outdoor sports, including golf, fishing and horse riding or, for a fee, cycling/mountain biking. Guests can take part in a comprehensive water sports programme, which includes canoeing and snorkelling, with water skiing, windsurfing, jet skiing, motorboat rides, banana boat rides, sailing, catamaraning and diving available for a fee. The wellness area's offerings provide pure relaxation and include a spa and a sauna. For a fee, massage treatments is also available. Entertainment options and leisure facilities include live music and a dance club.

Meals

Dining facilities include a dining room, a breakfast room and a bar. A number of specialities await guests in the air-conditioned, non-smoking restaurant. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. For breakfast (continental), lunch, and dinner, guests serve themselves at the buffet or choose their favourite dishes from the à la carte options (for lunch and dinner). Diet meals, gluten-free meals and vegetarian dishes can be prepared on request. In addition, special catering options and snacks are available.

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