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Sao Rafael Beach Resort, Nr Albufeira, Central Algarve. Sleeps 4 + child in cot.

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Entrance
Apartment block
Gardens
Gardens from sun balcony

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Heated pool
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Albufeira, Faro District
  • Place, Arrifes Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sao Rafael Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Albufeira Marina
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet · Hair dryer

Shower room 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Sao Rafael Beach Resort, Nr Albufeira, Central Algarve. Sleeps 4 + child in cot.

In the most prestigious and sought after front line location on the entire Sao Rafael complex in the Algarve, this spacious and superbly furnished upper floor 2 bed apartment offers the shortest walk to 2 magnificent beaches and offers south facing balcony views of beautiful cliff and sea vistas. The website onbeach.com has voted Sao Rafael as Portugal's best beach & the 4th best in Europe. The environmental organisation Quercus has said that 15 of the Albufeira coast beaches, including Sao Rafael, have excellent water quality and Blue Flag status. Both beaches have superb restaurants and bars. The complex has a small supermarket within walking distance with several larger supermarkets including Lidl, Aldi Spar and Apolonia a few mins drive away. Shared pool with snack bar exclusively for owners and guest is a short walk away.
The Albufeira marina with its many shops, cafes and bars, is within walking distance where an array of water sport activities are on offer and the charming old town of Albufeira is a few minutes drive away. Numerous great golf courses are also close to hand.
The recently redecorated apartment has a new modern en-suite bathroom, re-fitted and upgraded shower room, plus a refurbished kitchen. New mattresses on beds plus unlimited Internet access with all multi national TV channels including sports channels available. CD/Radio/MP3 player.
We have an English speaking management team who will meet & greet you and be available for help if needed during your stay.

House Rules
Check in after: 15:00
Check out before: 10:00

No pets
No events
No smoking
Max guests: 4 plus baby/toddler in cot.
Minimum age of primary renter: 25

Also note:

A baby travel cot & high chair are available free of charge.
Mandatory Tourist Tax is included in the rental price.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Travel cot plus high chair provided.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
CANCELLATION The 25% deposit is non refundable. Up to 60 days before arrival 100% balance payment refund. Within 60 days of arrival no refund.
If your flight is delayed resulting in arrival after 11pm you are still liable for the the late arrival fee of €15.
Monies will be deducted from your damage deposit if the property is left dirty, untidy and for any breakages.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 12673/AL
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Albufeira

Located in Albufeira, this apartment is near theme parks and near the beach. Albufeira Marina and Balaia Golf Village are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Sao Rafael Beach and Gale Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Slide and Splash Water Park and Aqualand Algarve. Scuba diving and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby.
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Albufeira, Faro District

What's nearby

  • Arrifes Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Sao Rafael Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Praia das Andorinhas - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Coelha Beach - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Albufeira Marina - 6 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 18 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castello Di Norcia - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Fat Cats - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪el barrio - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Porto de Abrigo - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Spar - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Sao Rafael Beach Resort, Nr Albufeira, Central Algarve. Sleeps 4 + child in cot. have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at Sao Rafael Beach Resort, Nr Albufeira, Central Algarve. Sleeps 4 + child in cot.?

As of 6 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sao Rafael Beach Resort, Nr Albufeira, Central Algarve. Sleeps 4 + child in cot. on 2 February 2027 start from NZ$255, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Sao Rafael Beach Resort, Nr Albufeira, Central Algarve. Sleeps 4 + child in cot. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Sao Rafael Beach Resort, Nr Albufeira, Central Algarve. Sleeps 4 + child in cot.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Sao Rafael Beach Resort, Nr Albufeira, Central Algarve. Sleeps 4 + child in cot.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sao Rafael Beach Resort, Nr Albufeira, Central Algarve. Sleeps 4 + child in cot.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sao Rafael Beach Resort, Nr Albufeira, Central Algarve. Sleeps 4 + child in cot. located?

This family-friendly Albufeira apartment building is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Arrifes Beach and Sao Rafael Beach. Albufeira Old Town Square is 2.5 mi (4 km) away.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 52 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 52 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 52 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 52 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great sized apartment with lovely outside space. Well equipped apartment. Excellent communication with Angela throughout the process. The pool area is great, and a short walk from the apartment. There are restaurants in walking distance, but we ended up getting a uber to other places as it is a bit limited in the immediate area. Uber service was good, for those without a car.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Neil H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Nicely equipped, comfortable apartment in a great location.
Stayed 23 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice apartment close to beaches

Enjoyed our stay. Very well equipped apartment. Thanks Terry for checking us in and communication with Angela very good
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Neil H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and apartment

This top floor apartment is situated in lovely gardens in an ideal location. The apartment is nicely equipped and very comfortable.
Stayed 23 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short review

Fantastic, spacious apartment. Really clean and tidy. Perfect for what we needed. Ideal location only a short walk from the beach and the pool area. Highly recommend.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hannah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Albufeira August 2024

Fantastic apartment with all appliances you could possibly wish for - absolutely no issues! Has access to a lovely pool, 2 beaches and beautiful views from the balconies! Couldn't fault communication with the owner and property manager in Albufeira - so so helpful at every stage!!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Bright spacious apartment

Just returned from a lovely break at this apartment. Everything you need for your holiday is provided, beach towels, parasol, cool box. Communication with the owner was excellent, especially when we needed some help with a medical issue while we were here. We made good use of Uber, especially for food shopping. Would possibly hire a car next time, just for convenience. Wonderful place to stay.
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Angela's apartment.

Ideal location near two sandy beaches and large on site pool. Not far to walk to marina or old town. Good transport links with bus stop at the top. Extremely well equiped apartment with two bathrooms. Large terrace area with two good sunbeds. Will definitely stay again. Rather hilly so would not suit pepper with mobility issues
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Melvin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

This was ours 3 rd visit to Portugal, and 2nd stay at Angela's property. The property is in an ideal location, within few min walk to 2 beautiful beaches. The unit is as described and as shown on the pictures. It is very spacious, has 2 decks with water views and your own, private entrance. It is in very quiet area, surrounded by gardens. There is lots of free parking around. Angela is great to deal with, quick to respond and accommodating. Check in / check out very simple and friendly. Unit is located close to the small market and few nice restaurants, but rental car gives you way more options. We would not stay anywhere else in Algarve. Thank you Angela.
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ray T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

We are a couple in our late sixties and have just returned from a relaxing stay in this spacious, comfortable apartment. We did not hire a car but found that most places were within easy walking distance, including the pool, the beach, several bars and restaurants. We used the local bus to Albufeira to do a large shop at Il Continente supermarket. There is a taxi stand directly outside which cost 11 euros back to the apartment. Our contact Terry was at the apartment to meet & greet us and show us how everything worked. He dealt with a query about the tv straight away and ensured our bedding/towels were changed mid stay. Everything in the apartment is as shown or described and everything works, including cooker, dishwasher, aircon etc. Although close to all amenities, the apartment is set in lovely grounds and we found it very quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 17 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Loved it

Really loved it there. Great location & views. Very peaceful of a night. Loved the beach which was a couple of minutes away. Having use of the pool every day was also fab. The kids loved it. The apartment was lovely. Great to have use of the utilities like washing machine, kettle, cooker, cutlery & plates etc. They allowed us to use everything in the apartment, from things like airers for clothes to buckets & spades & beach parasols. Our eldest even found a selection a board games so we had a few games of connect 4 too. Was lovely having use of the balcony, the kids wanted to eat out there everyday. Being a family of 4, it was also great that we had 2 showers so we were able to get ready quicker. Richard who checked us in, was really lovely. Very friendly & chatty. Gave us lots of tips for our stay. Overall a great holiday to be remembered. Thank you very much
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2/10 Terrible

Wouter M.

noisy, dirty and bad host

our stay in the apartment was not good at all and we never come here .. the apartment was very dirty and very noisy. Furtheron the host could not be reached at the day of arrival. the sea view is also minimal and praia dos Arrifes is very polluted. restaurant, however, very easy. The equipment in total was also very poor and the wasmachine didnt worked. We called but no help. Not a really a holiday feeling. I dont believe the other reviews are real
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
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8/10 Good

Rainer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice apartment with restrictions

The two-bedroom apartment is located in an open-plan apartment complex with public parking. The apartment itself was very clean and tidy. The balcony is a decent size, although you can only guess at the view rather than really enjoy it. For us, this was not a sea view apartment! The balcony was also missing a grill. The kitchen is well-equipped with some drawbacks. In addition to the kitchen refrigerator, there is a large refrigerator in the utility room and a washing machine, which takes some getting used to. The large sofa is a bit worn, but above all, it smells very unpleasant of old sweat. This also applies to the sofa cushions. The beds are okay, although the master bed is definitely too narrow for two people. The bathrooms are relatively new and nice and bright with windows. However, and this is the NO-GO: The odor trap doesn't work!!! This means that the entire apartment smells like a toilet. This isn't the fault of the apartment complex; rather, a mistake must have been made during the bathroom renovation that the wastewater traps weren't installed professionally. When our contact person, Terry, showed us several 5-liter containers of bleach after our call, it was clear to us that this problem was known and hadn't been remedied; unfortunately, it had been kept secret. If we had known about the defect, we would not have rented the apartment!
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

marsh l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Beautiful Portugal ideal for family of 4 - sofa bed for 5

The property was a 2 bedroom lovely apartment - with great facilities: kitchen ( fridge, freezer - with an extra freezer (if needed) - pots pans utensils etc) washing machine (if needed) : Air con in all the rooms (I personally didn’t need it for the bedroom I was staying in as the patio doors had a mosquito screen which enabled me to let a breeze in the rooms at night) 2 bathrooms ( 1 with a bath - both with a shower) There were a couple of things which could have been improved but we didn’t really warrant it too much of a problem to make an issue of: we couldn’t get the tv to work ( even after following the instructions several times) The drains in the main bathroom gave off a really really bad smell - this was very off putting when we first arrived and noticed that the bathroom windows were open - probably because of the smell - the smell would be really bad first thing in the morning and last thing at night -but as we were out during the day I can’t comment if it really ever went away! The location for us was perfect - for a family I loved the quietness of the area - there was access to three fantastic beaches all within walking distance. Arrifes and Sao Rafael both had lovely little beach restaurants which did amazing ( although a little pricey) food - service was amazing too. My very favourite beach though was one we dubbed the secret beach ( Praia to Vigia) I would head down to this beautiful small beach early morning around 8am and I would sometimes have it all to myself for a good hour or two - one morning we woke up super early to watch the sunrise from the top of Olhos de Agua then headed down to the secret beach at 7.15 and had it all to ourselves for for 3 hours it was very wonderful. My husband and kids loved the use of the pool too which was about a 4 minute walk away - use of sun beds some shade and a nice little cafe for ice creams and drinks When looking for a property for 5 people this one came up - it says it slept 5 but we had to pay an extra €25 euros for someone to sleep on the ( not so clean) sofa bed - but communication with Angela was great and I recommended that she perhaps clarified this in the description. Communication with Angela was great - and she sent through all relevant paperwork for the apartment and how to get there a week before we left England. Terry who showed us into the apartment was very friendly informative. Overall really great apartment and location - shame about bad smell
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ismail e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
L’appartement est super l’hôte est à l’écoute et très sympathique l’emplacement est calme
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Miguel Angel A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Zona bonita, cerca de la playa, bien comunicada, no muy masificada. Casa algo antigua pero adecuada. Quizás espacio insuficiente en armarios y cocina para colocar nuestras cosas.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wieder ein toller Urlaub in der sehr schönen Ferienwohnung

Wir waren auch 2024 wieder in dieser Ferienwohnung. Es war wieder alles genauso gut wie letztes Jahr. Hier kann man als Familie wunderbar Urlaub machen. Wir haben unserer Bewertung vom 7. Aug. 2023 nichts hinzuzufügen. Das nächste Mal Portugal werden wir sicher wieder mit dieser Ferienwohnung planen. Grüße an Terry und Angela. ------------- We stayed in this apartment again in 2024. Everything was just as good as last year. This is a wonderful place to spend a family holiday. We have nothing to add to our review from August 7, 2023. Next time we are in Portugal we will definitely plan to stay in this apartment again. Greetings to Terry and Angela
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stefan R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein toller Urlaub in einer tollen Ferienwohnung

Die Ferienwohnung ist sehr zu empfehlen. Wir haben uns sehr wohlgefühlt und es hat uns an nichts gefehlt. Wir waren als Familie mit zwei Kindern dort. Die Ferienwohnung ist groß und gut ausgestattet, inkl. großem Balkon, extra Austritt für Wäscheständer und Meerblick. Gefreut haben wir uns als Familie über Waschmaschine und Geschirrspüler. Hervorzuheben ist auch die voll ausgestattete Küche, angefangen vom Flaschenöffner bis zu zwei Kaffeemaschinen (Filter und Kapsel). Die Ferienanlage ist ruhig und gut gelegen. Wir waren mit dem Mietwagen dort (wie immer in Portugal), was auch zu empfehlen ist. Aber auch zu Fuß kommt man schnell zu zwei kleineren Stränden. ---------------- The apartment is highly recommended. We felt very comfortable and we didn't miss anything. We were there as a family with two children. The apartment is large and well equipped, including a large balcony, extra outlet for drying rack and sea view. As a family, we were happy about the washing machine and dishwasher. The fully equipped kitchen, starting from the bottle opener up to two coffee machines (filter and capsule), should also be highlighted. The resort is quiet and well located. We were there with a rental car (as always in Portugal), which is also recommended. But you can also quickly walk to two smaller beaches.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Maik W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tolle Lage und viel Platz

Große Wohnung in einer schönen Wohnanlage. Ruhig und schöne Grünanlage. Schneller Zugang zu zwei Stränden. Küche hat alles was man braucht. Einrichtung ist etwas in die Jahre gekommen. Schöne Ecke um draußen zu sitzen mit ausreichend Platz. Wir hatten eine gute Zeit und uns gut erholt.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nada B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr geräumiges und super ausgestattetes Appartment

Das Appartement ist sehr gut ausgestattet und geräumig. Der Balkon ist sehr schön, wir haben jeden Abend dort den Tag ausklingen lassen.Der Kontakt zur Vermieterin war jederzeit sehr freundlich und auch die Kontaktpersonen vor Ort immer erreichbar.Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joaquim S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ferias de verão

No mês de agosto ficamos alojados nesta casa por um periodo de 14 dias. Reservamos a casa para 5 pessoas adultas e realmente a casa tem espaço para tal! A casa possui um terraço com mesa que dá para realizar as refeições ao ar livre e assim proporcionar uma refeição agradável com uma vista incrível! A localização da casa é fantástica, uma vez que fica perto de 2 praias (arrifes e S.Rafael). Em geral gostamos muito da casa, os únicos pontos negativos foram as casas de banho por vezes terem um cheiro não muito agradável (contudo a casa fornece ambientadores) e não haver grelhador e varinha magica. Recomendamos a casa, uma vez que tivemos umas ótimas férias, sem precalços e com bom tempo (apesar da água estar fria). A todos os que ainda vão de férias... BOAS FÉRIAS!!!!
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Jorge L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantástico

Correu tudo bem durante a estadia, a localização é fantástica, o apartamento está muito bem equipado, o contato com os responsaveis do apartamento é muito fácil, a Angela, a anfitriã é uma simpatia de pessoa e uma óptima comunicadora e o Terry que nos acompanhou no check-in e check-out fez-nos logo sentir como se estivéssemos casa. Correu tudo muito bem, e seguramente iremos voltar quando surgir a oportunidade.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Graham K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved our time in Albufeira

Great spot for the beach, really nice area and pretty quiet. Great amenities at the apartment. Very happy with the communication with owner and also very helpful manager who checked us in. Lovely apartment had a great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Stan T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent apartment and location

Just returned today after spending a week at this excellent apartment in Sao Rafael. Nice relaxing location but just a few euros to the old town nightlife, communication with the owner was first class and Angela even organised our airport pick up, we were met by Terry who showed us round the apartment and gave us a few tips about local restaurants / beaches etc, will definitely be back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
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10/10 Excellent

Sonja S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sehr tolles Appartement und super tolle Lage.

Sehr guter Kontakt mit Angela. Saubere schöne Wohnung
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

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