Um bom hotel 3* Um excelente hotel para as 3* que tem.
Simpatia desde a recepção ate ao pequeno almoço.
Quartos espaçosos limpos e uma casa de banho com banheira tambem de tamanho muito bom
O pequeno almoço era muito muito bom.
Voltarei com certeza

trés bien Hotel trés bien situé , grande chambre bien décoré , trés bon accueil et check in rapide , petit déjeuner parfait car beaucoup de choix , nombreuses acivités , ménage oublié une fois durant notre séjour , temps mitigé !
mais... Read MoreHotel trés bien situé , grande chambre bien décoré , trés bon accueil et check in rapide , petit déjeuner parfait car beaucoup de choix , nombreuses acivités , ménage oublié une fois durant notre séjour , temps mitigé !
mais on y reviendra Read Less

Very pleasant stay! Super helpful and friendly staff. Clean and lovely rooms.
You’ll get everything you need for your stay.
Our room had a balcony with a nice pool view.
No other comment.
Highly recommended for a relaxing stay!

Great experience!!! We had a wonderfull experience! It was our first time in the Algarve and had amazing weather, clean room and the staff is very frindly - André did our checkin and he was the best. We will definitely come back... Read MoreWe had a wonderfull experience! It was our first time in the Algarve and had amazing weather, clean room and the staff is very frindly - André did our checkin and he was the best. We will definitely come back next year. Read Less

Um paraiso na planície algarvia Já venho para este resort à alguns anos e cada ano que passa tem vindo a melhorar.. particularmente a zona das refeições.. é dos resort's onde realmente se pode descansar em sossego quer seja junto a piscina ou... Read MoreJá venho para este resort à alguns anos e cada ano que passa tem vindo a melhorar.. particularmente a zona das refeições.. é dos resort's onde realmente se pode descansar em sossego quer seja junto a piscina ou a dar caminhadas nos jardins fo hotel e total sossego um verdadeiro paraiso..a juntar a isto tudo temos um staff super atencioso quero agradecer em particular a sr Ana Felix da recepção pela simpatia com que nos trata sempre estando sempre disponível para qualquer coisa e tambem as Sr's Vanda e Sonia que na zona dos pequenos almocos estiveram sempre sorridentes e com uma palavra amiga um muito obrigado pelo excelente serviço .. temos que elogiar as pessoas quando merecem e não estar sempre a encontrar defeitos em tudo e por final e não menos importante ao Sr Bruno chefe da recepção pela disponiblidade e simpatia que sempre nos trata um muito obrigado a todos.. Read Less

Uma semana de férias a repetir! Esta semana de férias hospedada no Hotel Califórnia urban beach, em Albufeira, excedeu as minhas expectativas a todos os níveis. Começando pelo staff, que sempre nos recebeu com a maior simpatia e fez de tudo para garantir que esta semana... Read MoreEsta semana de férias hospedada no Hotel Califórnia urban beach, em Albufeira, excedeu as minhas expectativas a todos os níveis. Começando pelo staff, que sempre nos recebeu com a maior simpatia e fez de tudo para garantir que esta semana fosse inesquecível, passando pelo próprio hotel. Recentemente renovado, o hotel proporciona o maior conforto aos seus hóspedes e a sua localização permite um fácil acesso, quer à praia, quer a diversos bares e restaurantes locais. Ainda sobre a localização, esta permite visitar locais ao redor de Albufeira, algo que tornou a minha visita muito mais interessante. Outro aspeto positivo é o facto de o hotel oferecer uma vasta seleção de refeições ligeiras ao longo de todo o dia, sempre muito bem apresentadas e saborosas.
A zona da piscina é muito agradável, sempre com música ambiente e com sofás muito confortáveis que permitem relaxar e aproveitar o sol e o bom tempo que tivemos durante esta semana.
O quarto era sempre limpo e arrumado e a vista da varanda lindíssima!
Sem duvida que recomendo uma estadia neste hotel e fica a vontade de voltar um dia!
Com os melhores cumprimentos,
Leonor Morim. Read Less

Break Before Winter What a lovely relaxed holiday. Beautiful grounds, which we walked around daily. Swimming pool, sauna, spa. Courtesy bus into local town daily. The food was excellent. Staff were friendly & helpful. Through enjoyed our stay. Would highly recommend.

Location...location...location Our second stay in Albufeira for 2 weeks. We like this area compared to old Albufeira because the strip offers so much and is busier , and easier to get around. The hotel has direct beach access,and surrounded by condos... Read MoreOur second stay in Albufeira for 2 weeks. We like this area compared to old Albufeira because the strip offers so much and is busier , and easier to get around. The hotel has direct beach access,and surrounded by condos called Quinta Pedra dos Bicos . The reception for both accommodation is located in the hotel. You can either rent the apartments or the hotel rooms , either way you eat breakfast in same restaurant. We stayed in the hotel but asked to view the apartments, and were impressed by the size of apartments (same price as hotel rooms but sea view better in hotel).
The reviews reflect exactly our expectations...no surprises.
There is construction next to the complex but did not bother us.
Cleaning service was great, so was reception, and breakfast was excellent.
The restaurant is surrounded by glass so you feel outside while you eat. Also you can eat on the patio or simply finish your breakfast on the patio with a coffee.
Parking was directly in front of hotel and the street utilized by complex guests only.
Rooms are sized ok but balcony is too small. We chose a sea view room and glad we did because the front rooms face the apartments, and ours were overlooking a lush forest with views of ocean and Falésia.
Food for us meant breakfast in hotel and out to restaurants for evening meals. You will find about 20 different restaurants within 500 yards of the hotel. Our favourites were Ribeiro, Pauli’s, and the Casa Velma next to the Old House bar.
Happy hour was at the Old House (best sangria for 7 euros/jug) ,and Coyote bar right in front.
The Inter Marché grocery is 300 feet away so you can load up with all your needs and walk back to your room in 10 minutes.
We took time to go visit other resorts we had contemplated before booking the Aqua hotel, but the environment at our place was the best. Read Less

Great Hotel! Second time staying in this hotel and again we had a great time! We were in a studio apartment and the room was lovely and spacious! Room cleaned every day with fresh towels, breakfast lovely with great variety, and all... Read MoreSecond time staying in this hotel and again we had a great time! We were in a studio apartment and the room was lovely and spacious! Room cleaned every day with fresh towels, breakfast lovely with great variety, and all staff were very helpful and friendly!
Great location with 2 shops across the road, and new town strip just under 10 minute walk and old town around 20 minute walk although quick taxi for around €6! As for nightclub across the road although we were out most nights the nights we did stay in even though we could hear a bit of noise it didn’t really bother us! Pool area always clean and tidy, pool a bit cold but didn’t bother us as it was nice when it got too warm!
Only downside would be there was no kettle or toaster for self catering and there was one long mirror in the room but had no plugs near it so would advise people to bring extension lead but neither of these things were a big deal or affected our stay!
Overall we had a great time and would definitely recommend to anyone and stay again ourselves 🙂 Read Less

Parfait Nous y sommes allés pour 1 semaine à partir du 15 juin dernier.
L’hotel est idéalement situé, tout proche de la plage juste à côté d’une rue pleine de restaurants dans laquelle vous trouverez forcément votre bonheur. Il y a... Read MoreNous y sommes allés pour 1 semaine à partir du 15 juin dernier.
L’hotel est idéalement situé, tout proche de la plage juste à côté d’une rue pleine de restaurants dans laquelle vous trouverez forcément votre bonheur. Il y a tout ce qu’il faut à proximité : Intermarché, pharmacie, distributeur, petites boutiques pour les souvenirs etc..
Nous avons pris le uber pour nos déplacements pendant tout le voyage ce qui était très pratique. Comptez environ 30 euros pour un aller jusqu’a/ depuis l'aéroport, 6 euros pour aller jusqu’a La marina.
L’hotel est magnifique, les chambres sont suffisamment grandes pour deux, il y a un mini bar payant, une bouteille d’eau et une bouilloire avec thé et café mis à disposition gratuitement.
La salle de bain est fonctionnelle.
Nous avions une chambre côté rue mais nous avions quand même la vue sur la mer et nous avons trouvé ce côté plus tranquille que si nous avions la vue sur la piscine. Le balcon est un vrai plus, il est aménagé avec une table et deux chaises.
Les chambres sont climatisés, attention la climatisation s'éteint si vous laissez la porte-fenêtre ouverte.
L'hôtel est très propre, le ménage dans la chambre est fait 1x/3j sauf demande de votre part.
Le personnel est très gentil, serviable et accueillant.
Très bonne communication en anglais, quelques mots de français pour certains.
Le petit déjeuné est extra, vous trouverez votre bonheur à coup sûr ! Il est copieux et bon. Nous étions servis à table à cause du coronavirus, il est agréable qu’on se souvienne de nos habitudes dès le 2 eme jour.
Le jardin et la piscine sont beaux et très propres.
Les cocktails servis au bord de la piscine sont bons et à des prix inférieurs aux bars en ville.
Nous nous sommes fait masser et c’était parfait, la vue est splendide, le massage était super et le prix très correct.
Nous reviendrons sans aucun doute dans cet hôtel pour notre prochain voyage dans la région !!!
Merci à tous pour ce séjour magnifique.
Vous pouvez y aller les yeux fermés même en période de coronavirus. Read Less

Great location Fantastic hotel fantastic welcoming staff what more could a person ask for very clean well run hotel
Velamar hotel is
A taxi ride 5 to 10 mins to center of Albufeira or if your up to it an hrs... Read MoreFantastic hotel fantastic welcoming staff what more could a person ask for very clean well run hotel
Velamar hotel is
A taxi ride 5 to 10 mins to center of Albufeira or if your up to it an hrs walk which we did stop for ref on the way
15 min walk to a great beach
5 mins to super market
It has a lovely relaxing atmosphere and great pool for family and mature guests
A great selection of delicious hot and cold buffet style breakfast
Can not praise this hotel enough as in other review s what a gem
Nice touch the personalised welcome letter
WE WILL DEFINITELY BE BACK Read Less

Lovely little gem Stayed here mid May as a group of seven ladies to celebrate a birthday. Fabulous hotel. Rooms very spacious and spotless with safe, air-con, Tv, tea and coffee. Very comfortable bed and lovely modern bathroom. Fabulous breakfast room with beautiful... Read MoreStayed here mid May as a group of seven ladies to celebrate a birthday. Fabulous hotel. Rooms very spacious and spotless with safe, air-con, Tv, tea and coffee. Very comfortable bed and lovely modern bathroom. Fabulous breakfast room with beautiful views. Pool area small and quiet but ideal for what we wanted. Pool towels provided. Lovely little lounge with very reasonable bar tariff. Plenty of restaurants in the area but too quiet for us at night but Albufiera only a short taxi ride away. Brilliant staff. Very friendly and helpful. Would definitely recommend and return. Read Less

Beautiful place to relax The hotel has only been open for 2 months and so it is beautifully presented, fantastic central location and a sense of relaxation. The staff were very friendly, particularly around the poolside restaurant. There were however a few problems that... Read MoreThe hotel has only been open for 2 months and so it is beautifully presented, fantastic central location and a sense of relaxation. The staff were very friendly, particularly around the poolside restaurant. There were however a few problems that we noticed, which could easily be rectified to make this a truly 5 star hotel it is aspiring to be. When we arrived our tv hadn't even been programmed, it took 24 hours of asking before this was rectified. The safe still had the cable hanging out the back, with no where to plug it in, the table on our balcony was dangerous as the top hadn't been fixed to the base. I narrowly missed burning myself when I lent on it with a cup of tea and the table top flipped towards me. The rooms were not cleaned every day which was a shame as the floors are white and so look quite dirty quickly. The noise from the street outside is very loud until 3am, the hotel provide ear plugs but we only had one pair in our room. The room had a great coffee machine with a space for 4 pods, only 2 of these were filled, and if the room wasnt cleaned these were not replaced. The fire alarm went off in the night due to guests smoking in their rooms, but the staff were sat at reception on the 8th floor and not letting guests know that there wasnt an issue, some of which were leaving the hotel looking very scared, a better plan needs to be established if this happens again. Our bed was huge, but the metal frame needed to be tightened or something as it squeaked everytime one of us moved in the night, my husband had little sleep and I had asked the hotel if someone could address this problem but unfortunately never did. When we checked in there was an issue with getting our room key and so they let us in our room and brought this along when it had been issued, however due to the distraction we were not provided with any of the information about the hotel or leaflets about booking activities around the area. I do really want this hotel to do really well as it was such a relaxing place to stay , and break from our busy lives, just a few teething problems need to be resolved to make it a truly five star experience. We would definitely love to stay again, especially when the spa is finished. Read Less

Faultless Stayed for bank holiday weekend. Not a bad word to say about it. Rooms clean and modern. Quiet hotel, adults only. Close to strip and beach. Breakfast was nice. Staff friendly and helpful. Would book again if I was to... Read MoreStayed for bank holiday weekend. Not a bad word to say about it. Rooms clean and modern. Quiet hotel, adults only. Close to strip and beach. Breakfast was nice. Staff friendly and helpful. Would book again if I was to come Albufeira again. Read Less

Review Hotel Califórnia Sempre soube que o Algarve era encantador, mas desde que abriu o renovado hotel Califórnia, ainda ganhou mais encanto!
Passei 7 noites e outras tantas se pudesse!
O staff super atencioso e prestável,foi a coqueluche da estadia.
O quarto (tipologia S) é incrível... Read MoreSempre soube que o Algarve era encantador, mas desde que abriu o renovado hotel Califórnia, ainda ganhou mais encanto!
Passei 7 noites e outras tantas se pudesse!
O staff super atencioso e prestável,foi a coqueluche da estadia.
O quarto (tipologia S) é incrível e amigo do ambiente.
A piscina não sendo enorme é suficiente para estarmos todos em harmonia.
O bar com refeições ligeiras e cocktails deliciosos.
E por fim,não menos importante, o SPA!
O primeiro vegan&organic do país e tem um circuito de aguas muitíssimo bom.
Já para não dizer as massagens!
Obrigada por esta experiência! Read Less

Amazing hotel We've just returned from a weeks stay and can't praise this hotel enough. From checking in to checking out the hotel staff were brilliant they honestly couldn't do enough for you. Our room was beautiful hotel is spotless and very... Read MoreWe've just returned from a weeks stay and can't praise this hotel enough. From checking in to checking out the hotel staff were brilliant they honestly couldn't do enough for you. Our room was beautiful hotel is spotless and very chic and stylish. Breakfast is fab served in the pool bar. Lots of sunbeds and really nice pool.
I would definitely stay again and recommend to anyone thinking of booking location is right in the middle of the old town and easy access to everything. Read Less

Relaxing couples break Warm welcome on arrival. All staff were polite and helpful.
Room was very comfortable, cleam and spacious. We booked a superior double room
With side sea view however, the balcony was very small and the view disappointing as we looked out on... Read MoreWarm welcome on arrival. All staff were polite and helpful.
Room was very comfortable, cleam and spacious. We booked a superior double room
With side sea view however, the balcony was very small and the view disappointing as we looked out on what could best be described as a barren dirt track. The area around the pool was small and cramped with sun loungers cluttered together. The breakfast was very good plenty of variety. Very little entertainment at this hotel but the Hangover sports bar was very convenient to the hotel and had live music Read Less

Lovely hotel I dont usually write reviews but I felt like it was need. To begin with, the staff here at Velemar Hotel are amazing. They see to your every needs -with a smile. Joana and XXX were soo helpful i can... Read MoreI dont usually write reviews but I felt like it was need. To begin with, the staff here at Velemar Hotel are amazing. They see to your every needs -with a smile. Joana and XXX were soo helpful i can not thank them enough. The rooms were nice and simple, the thing that stood out to me was the fact they had UK channels such as E4 and ITV on the TVs in the room- which was a nice touch as i am a TV lover and don’t usually get UK channels when abroad. The beds and pillows were comfy. Other aspects of the hotel such as the pool and bars were very pretty, with a consistent colour scheme. Theres a pool table and piano- even though i didn’t use them, but a nice touch. The hotel is clean throughout. For a 3 star hotel, it really exceeds expectations. While i was here, it was my birthday. I went out for the day and when i came back, in my room was a slice of cake and a bottle of champagne- along with a handwritten card from the hotel staff!!
The only downside was the breakfast, the options were quite limited for someone who doesn’t eat pork.. With that being said, i still left the breakfast hall every morning with a full tummy. I would give Velemar Hotel a 9/10 overall. Thank you so much Joana, .... and the rest of the team for being so hospitable and making our stay so pleasant. Read Less

Excelente experiência. Maravilhoso hotel. O Hotel é maravilhoso, destacando-se desde logo a simpatia, o profissionalismo e a amabilidade de todo o staff.
Os quartos são excelentes, espaçosos, e de um conforto ímpar. É disponibilizada máquina de café e cofre a título gratuito, uma smart... Read MoreO Hotel é maravilhoso, destacando-se desde logo a simpatia, o profissionalismo e a amabilidade de todo o staff.
Os quartos são excelentes, espaçosos, e de um conforto ímpar. É disponibilizada máquina de café e cofre a título gratuito, uma smart tv de grandes dimensões e ainda um minibar. O ar condicionado é muito eficaz. Os produtos de higiene são de excelente qualidade. A limpeza do quarto, e de todo o hotel, é impecável.
O pequeno almoço é muito bom e variado, com produtos frescos e de qualidade. Existem bolos caseiros e batidos de fruta. É fantástico!
A zona da piscina é muito agradável e confortável, para além de ter uma vista fantástica sobre a cidade. A varanda do meu quarto era voltada para a piscina, o que tornou a minha estadia ainda mais agradável. A música na envolvente da piscina é, na minha opinião, outro factor valorativo a destacar. O facto de ser um hotel adults only, permite usufruir deste espaço de forma descontraída e relaxada.
O SPA 100% orgânico e vegan é espectacular. O circuito de águas que tive oportunidade de experienciar, foi muito relaxante.
As refeições servidas no bar da piscina, para além do aspecto fantástico, são muito saborosas.
A decoração do hotel é muito bonita, estando perfeitamente enquadrada com a cidade. O branco e o azul destacam-se por todo o Hotel.
Por último, não posso esquecer de referir a excelente localização do hotel, bem no centro de Albufeira, a poucos metros de uma das principais praias da cidade, e com saída direta para a movida de Albufeira, numa das ruas de maior animação, repleta de bares e de comércio.
A minha experiência no Hotel Califórnia foi fantástica! Sem dúvida que gostaria de repetir. Recomendo vivamente o Hotel Califórnia. Read Less

Good choice of hotel to visit the Algarve. We booked this hotel at a decent price for 2 nights. Our room with balcony was facing the street (see pictures) which made it quite noisy if not closing the double double window.
Room was bright and comfortable. Breakfast was all... Read MoreWe booked this hotel at a decent price for 2 nights. Our room with balcony was facing the street (see pictures) which made it quite noisy if not closing the double double window.
Room was bright and comfortable. Breakfast was all we needed (with pasteis de nata if you are up early enough). Walking distance to the beach in Olhos d'Àgua and good restaurants right next to the hotel (the indian tandoori is a must try).
The only thing as we advised reception was that we could not control the aircon the second night, so we had cold air falling right on our faces... Read Less

Good location Lovely hotel in a good location near enough but also far enough away from strip.Lovely beach about 5 minute walk out through gate at back of hotel grounds by pool.Good selection of restaurants with in easy walk one of our... Read MoreLovely hotel in a good location near enough but also far enough away from strip.Lovely beach about 5 minute walk out through gate at back of hotel grounds by pool.Good selection of restaurants with in easy walk one of our favorites was Paulus pizzeria good menu to choose from.Great hotel with great location will be back for sure. Read Less

Ottimo Ottima la posizione, il parcheggio è privato e compreso, offrono il servizio bar sia in piscina che nella sala con il biliardo oltre che a vari servizi spa e massaggi a pagamento. La camera è pulita e spaziosa. La colazione... Read MoreOttima la posizione, il parcheggio è privato e compreso, offrono il servizio bar sia in piscina che nella sala con il biliardo oltre che a vari servizi spa e massaggi a pagamento. La camera è pulita e spaziosa. La colazione semplice ma buona e con vista mare. Attenzione a prenotare con largo anticipo. Read Less

Couple 1 week stay On initial check in we were provided a room on the ground floor next to the lift and no view from the balcony, obviously this was very disappointing, however the check in staff were helpful and managed to move us... Read MoreOn initial check in we were provided a room on the ground floor next to the lift and no view from the balcony, obviously this was very disappointing, however the check in staff were helpful and managed to move us to a higher floor but it was at an extra cost which was not entirely ideal. Once this had been sorted I could not fault the hotel, the facilities were brilliant very modern and clean, the breakfast was delicious with a very wide range of choice and we even ate on the evenings where the food was to a high standard and very affordable. The hotel staff were friendly and very helpful. The staff had even provided my girlfriend with a surprise birthday cake and free cocktail which was greatly appreciated and made our stay that extra bit special. The bar and restaurant staff in particular were very friendly and attentitive. The facilities were excellent and the surrounding area was ideal as it was not too close to the mad strip but had other bars and restaurants around more suited to families and couples. The old town was a 5 min taxi ride and less than 5 euro. One of the only faults I would give is that at the pool area, which is very nice, all the preferred spots for sun loungers were always reserved by guests putting towels out in the morning despite not using the loungers until later in the afternoon. This meant there was often empty loungers in the good spots that had umberrellas for shade that went unused most the day just because guests had put their towels down. Guests should not able to 'reserve' loungers with towels all day if they are not being used. Overall we thought this was a very high end hotel and very welcoming with very friendly staff who made our stay one of the best in Portugal. Read Less

Amazing!!! We just got home from a ten day holiday here and it was amazing I will 100% be back,the pool area is just beautiful, possibly could be over crowded In the summer but was just perfect when we were there.... Read MoreWe just got home from a ten day holiday here and it was amazing I will 100% be back,the pool area is just beautiful, possibly could be over crowded In the summer but was just perfect when we were there. The staff were absolutely amazing! Especially the bar staff at the pool area.
Only complaint would be the small room is small. Would be prefect for a few nights but a bit small for 10 nights next time I will upgrade to a bigger room. Food was also lovely!
Location was fab! Once we worked out there is two doors and one takes you right to the square! Can’t get any closer bars restaurants and shops! Also close to beach near by! Read Less

As crianças adoraram Os meus filhos ficaram feridos ãs do resort. Áreas verdes para brincar, parque infantil e piscina.
Boa qualidade de comida
O pessoal super simpático
A casa esteve sempre bem limpa as senhoras da limpeza simpáticas !

Honeymoon Just back from spending our honeymoon here last week. Myself and my wife tried booking with a different website, paid in full and then the website went bankrupt a few days before we arrived.
We rebooked and let Hotel California know... Read MoreJust back from spending our honeymoon here last week. Myself and my wife tried booking with a different website, paid in full and then the website went bankrupt a few days before we arrived.
We rebooked and let Hotel California know what had happened originally, they couldn’t have been any better!! On arrival they upgraded us to their Suite which was a MASSIVE, they also bought us a round at the bar and gave us vouchers for their spa. Honestly they were amazing.
In the 5 nights we were there, any staff member we met were extremely friendly, from the barmaids, to cleaners, from front of house to maintenance...everyone was extremely friendly and polite.
With parking the carpark recommended to us was €10 per day, but as the concierge in the hotel advised they do a weekly rate which is €35 for the week and €5 for the card which saved us a few euro.
Location wise, Hotel California is bang in the middle of everything, so much so we didn’t need the car at all once there. Plenty of pubs, restaurants, etc.
The room we had was room 405 and as you can see from the pics attached it was amazing!
Food was another plus, we had lunch in the hotel poolside bar a few days, we had the pizza, garlic bread, chicken fingers, tuna toasted sandwich, and everything was really good and well priced. My only negative thing would be the price of drinks, a beer is €4 (€2.50 / €3 as soon as you leave the hotel however is lovely having a few at the bar) and a soft drink was €3.50 if I remember correctly.
Would highly recommend this hotel, it was fantastic. Read Less

Maravilloso Tivemos um excelente fim de semana relaxante.
Absoluta tranquilidade em um lugar único.
O belo hotel, o requintado serviço, menciona Raquel, que nos tratou maravilhosamente desde o primeiro minuto e Marça, um charme pessoal e um grande fisioterapeuta, que nos fez... Read MoreTivemos um excelente fim de semana relaxante.
Absoluta tranquilidade em um lugar único.
O belo hotel, o requintado serviço, menciona Raquel, que nos tratou maravilhosamente desde o primeiro minuto e Marça, um charme pessoal e um grande fisioterapeuta, que nos fez uma massagem maravilhosa.
Café da manhã e jantar, uma delícia e uma atenção muito boa.
Ficaremos felizes em retornar. E nós prometemos fazer isso em breve. Read Less

Un remanso de paz en mitad del Algarve Me encantó todo! El trato espectacular, las habitaciones grandes, el desayuno super rico servido en mesa, la piscina super tranquila. El sitio ideal para empezar y terminar los días. No está cerca del centro del pueblo pero merece mucho la pena.

Ottima Un’hotel favoloso personale alla reception cortese ed educato sempre disponibile camera bellissima molto curata piscina ottima sempre pulita unico neo il servizio di pulizie in camera è efficiente ma spesso dimenticano di cambiare asciugamani aggiungere carta igienica o shampoo.
Consiglio... Read MoreUn’hotel favoloso personale alla reception cortese ed educato sempre disponibile camera bellissima molto curata piscina ottima sempre pulita unico neo il servizio di pulizie in camera è efficiente ma spesso dimenticano di cambiare asciugamani aggiungere carta igienica o shampoo.
Consiglio di provare il ristorante hanno uno chef ottimo, da buon italiano ho mangiato anche la pasta e devo dire che anche se è un po’ scotta hanno un sugo fenomenale cuoco a 5 stelle. Read Less

Friendly hotel Velamar is a lovely hotel but in a VERY quiet spot.
POSITIVES:
Hotel is pretty smart and well looked after.
The staff are all lovely (John behind the bar is a real asset to this place & deserves a special mention!).
Virus... Read MoreVelamar is a lovely hotel but in a VERY quiet spot.
POSITIVES:
Hotel is pretty smart and well looked after.
The staff are all lovely (John behind the bar is a real asset to this place & deserves a special mention!).
Virus Milho bar next to hotel (turn right after leaving hotel) is wonderful-a friendly little suntrap with €1 pints & wine!
A BEAUTIFUL beach is a 15 min walk away & well worth the trip.
Cheap supermarket to left of hotel (10 min walk).
Breakfast is spot on, plenty of choices.
NEGATIVES:
Pool is a little crowded & sunbeds rarely available (unless you reserve by 9am - I kid you not!!).
Hot water in showers seems to be in short supply in the afternoon.
Dogs opposite can be quite noisy (i like dogs so didn't mind, but u may wish to request a room on the front).
Olhas d'agua is VERY Quiet. Great for relaxation but if you want lively, then look nearer Albufeira. taxis are only €6 to the very lively new town (strip) or €10 to the old town. Staff are more than happy to order taxis for you.
Enjoyed my holiday, thanks to all the staff at the Velamar! Read Less

Great hotel Just returned from a week here with my husband and son. Loved the hotel from the minute I walked in and was very sad to leave room clean and had everything we needed...shower TV safe aircon bathroom even had shower... Read MoreJust returned from a week here with my husband and son. Loved the hotel from the minute I walked in and was very sad to leave room clean and had everything we needed...shower TV safe aircon bathroom even had shower gel, pool towels included along with bath and hand towels so if you want to travel light this is a perfect hotel, the pool is small but fine for the size of the hotel, nice little pool bar main bar inside very reasonable prices for drinks and snacks, breakfast was very nice and the view is fabulous, The staff very friendly and helpful nothing was a problem for them so thank you x , shops very close and nice little restaurants including one where you can get bread and olives meal drink ( carafe of wine beer soft drink ) dessert coffee and port for €8.50 or €11 well worth a visit we went twice...there is a local bus takes you too albuferia town and costs €2.50 one way per person but was cheaper for us to get an uber the literally arrived in a minute or 2 and were clean nice and understood English very well usually around €6 to old town and cheaper to the strip or a little more to the marina where we went go karting...lots to do for any type of holiday families, couples young and older or just a few friends away together we are definitely coming back and loved the velamar hotel ***** Read Less

Right in the heart of things Stayed for a week. The room was excellent, the staff were also all excellent, very friendly and helpful. We did not realise the hotel was right in the middle of town, which is good and bad. Its a great... Read MoreStayed for a week. The room was excellent, the staff were also all excellent, very friendly and helpful. We did not realise the hotel was right in the middle of town, which is good and bad. Its a great location to be able to walk out and be in the heart of town, and close to the beach. The down side is the noise from the bars. Our room was high up, on the quieter side, so not too bad. They do warn you about the noise before you book, so we were ok with it, though would recommend they turn the music down around the pool! Read Less

Hotel fantastico Siamo stati in questo Hotel dal 19/08 al 26/08. Già dalle foto ci sembrava una bellissima struttura ma da vicino abbiamo avuto la conferma! Stanze grandi e luminose. Pulite in ogni angolo. Personale gentile e disponibile. La struttura si trova... Read MoreSiamo stati in questo Hotel dal 19/08 al 26/08. Già dalle foto ci sembrava una bellissima struttura ma da vicino abbiamo avuto la conferma! Stanze grandi e luminose. Pulite in ogni angolo. Personale gentile e disponibile. La struttura si trova a pochi metri dalla movida di Albufeira ed è ben collegato con i paesi circostanti. La colazione è eccezionale...Trovate di tutto ( tutto fresco! Alle 5 del mattino arriva il forno a portare le cose da mangiare ). Che dire... lo consiglio a tutti e se dovessi ritornare ad Albufeira, saprò dove andare! Read Less

Superb hotel I have stayed here about 3 times now, i love this hotel, it's location is fantastic, the staff are so friendly and helpful, my husband is in a wheelchair and they are always so ready to help with no fuss.
Lovely... Read MoreI have stayed here about 3 times now, i love this hotel, it's location is fantastic, the staff are so friendly and helpful, my husband is in a wheelchair and they are always so ready to help with no fuss.
Lovely bar, many great restaurants very close by, fish restaurant, Indian, Thai and Chinese, Portuguese food. Supermarket just 5 minutes walk, shops etc. superb place to stay! Read Less

Wow what a transformation!! This hotel has just undergone a complete refurbishment & what a fabulous job they’ve done; absolutely stunning.
The location is central to everything you need in The Old Town Albufeira. A 5 minute walk to beautiful sandy beaches & plentiful... Read MoreThis hotel has just undergone a complete refurbishment & what a fabulous job they’ve done; absolutely stunning.
The location is central to everything you need in The Old Town Albufeira. A 5 minute walk to beautiful sandy beaches & plentiful choice of restaurants & bars. Warning to ladies who wear heels 👠 there are cobbled streets which surround the area. This is an adult only hotel. Congratulations on the refurbishment 😊 Read Less

wonderfull holiday this was our first stay at this hotel we chose it for our 50th wedding anaversery and we could not have chosen better,its an adults only hotel centrally situated the room we had was great sea view from the balcony.... Read Morethis was our first stay at this hotel we chose it for our 50th wedding anaversery and we could not have chosen better,its an adults only hotel centrally situated the room we had was great sea view from the balcony. the meals were excellent just all ok Read Less

A lovley setting! A lovely hotel located in a great area of the Algarve.
I would highly recommend staying at this Hotel if you don't want to be in the hustle and bustle but in a nice quiet setting just outside of it... Read MoreA lovely hotel located in a great area of the Algarve.
I would highly recommend staying at this Hotel if you don't want to be in the hustle and bustle but in a nice quiet setting just outside of it all.
Very close to a couple of their beaches and a short taxi drive to the Old town.
The hotel has a nice outdoor pool, games room and a lovely clean and simple rooms. Read Less

Entspannt und sauber Ich war mit meinem Aufenthalt sehr zufrieden. Zimmer war recht sauber, Halbpension war gut (braucht man auch, da außen herum wenig ist), abends gab es 3-Gang Menü. Lobend möchte ich Lino Mendes erwähnen, er war stets sehr hilfsbereit und hat... Read MoreIch war mit meinem Aufenthalt sehr zufrieden. Zimmer war recht sauber, Halbpension war gut (braucht man auch, da außen herum wenig ist), abends gab es 3-Gang Menü. Lobend möchte ich Lino Mendes erwähnen, er war stets sehr hilfsbereit und hat auch Hintergründe über die portugiesische Gesellschaft geduldig erläutert.
In nächster Umgebung ein Traumstrand nach dem anderen. Mietwagen unbedingt empfohlen. Kann das Vale Del Rei gerne weiterempfehlen.
Reisezeit März mit 7 Tagen praller Sonne und 20 Grad (gefühlt eher 25 wenn kein Wind wehte) habe ich wegen wenig Tourismus als sehr angenehm empfunden. Read Less

A very relaxing stay We enjoyed our stay a lot! This hotel offers big rooms with are tidy and bright.
You can have some delicious breakfast offered as a buffet. As for people with celiac disease (like my girlfriend): You will get gluten-free bread... Read MoreWe enjoyed our stay a lot! This hotel offers big rooms with are tidy and bright.
You can have some delicious breakfast offered as a buffet. As for people with celiac disease (like my girlfriend): You will get gluten-free bread if you ask for it 🙂
In the evening there is a three course menu: You have the choice between two starters (soup and starter) and three main courses (meat, fish & vegetarian). The last choice is between two desserts. We really enjoyed it.
What really surprised us was the thoughtful staff that even made a birthday cake and brought it together with a bottle of sparkling wine to our room!
We would gladly stay here again when visiting the Algarve one more time. Read Less

Bem localizado Reservamos online mas quando lá chegamos tínhamos de alterar a reserva e por duas vezes fomos informados que eles não conseguiriam fazer pois a pessoa com poder para o fazer não se encontrava. Enfim, para um hotel deve sempre haver... Read MoreReservamos online mas quando lá chegamos tínhamos de alterar a reserva e por duas vezes fomos informados que eles não conseguiriam fazer pois a pessoa com poder para o fazer não se encontrava. Enfim, para um hotel deve sempre haver alguém com esse poder.
O hotel diz ser adults only, contudo ao pequeno almoço encontram-se crianças.
O quarto estava impecável, a limpeza muito boa, a localização também muito boa.
Falta um pouco de simpatia a alguma das recepcionistas. Read Less

Fantastic hotel Stayed here for 4 nights with my wife in June 2019. It’s an excellent modern hotel in a fantastic location. We weren’t disturbed by any noise, and the hotel is set back far enough away from the strip, however it’s... Read MoreStayed here for 4 nights with my wife in June 2019. It’s an excellent modern hotel in a fantastic location. We weren’t disturbed by any noise, and the hotel is set back far enough away from the strip, however it’s only less than a 10 minute walk. There are some really nice bars and restaurants within a few minutes walk of the hotel, including an Italian and a Tappenyaki. The hotel bedroom was spacious and clean and the double bed was massive and comfortable. There was an excellent choice at breakfast and there was a slight variation each day of some of the pastries and hot food. We had a hire car and there was always ample parking at the front of the hotel. I can’t recommend this hotel highly enough and we will certainly be visiting it again in the future. Read Less

Entspannt und sauber Ich war mit meinem Aufenthalt sehr zufrieden. Zimmer war recht sauber, Halbpension war gut (braucht man auch, da außen herum wenig ist), abends gab es 3-Gang Menü. Lobend möchte ich Lino Mendes erwähnen, er war stets sehr hilfsbereit und hat... Read MoreIch war mit meinem Aufenthalt sehr zufrieden. Zimmer war recht sauber, Halbpension war gut (braucht man auch, da außen herum wenig ist), abends gab es 3-Gang Menü. Lobend möchte ich Lino Mendes erwähnen, er war stets sehr hilfsbereit und hat auch Hintergründe über die portugiesische Gesellschaft geduldig erläutert.
In nächster Umgebung ein Traumstrand nach dem anderen. Mietwagen unbedingt empfohlen. Kann das Vale Del Rei gerne weiterempfehlen.
Reisezeit März mit 7 Tagen praller Sonne und 20 Grad (gefühlt eher 25 wenn kein Wind wehte) habe ich wegen wenig Tourismus als sehr angenehm empfunden. Read Less

Nice hotel in good location Stayed here for 4 nights. Hotel is situated on a main road between Albuferia and Villamoura. Taxi's are cheap arouund 6 Euro to Albuferia, you can walk and takes about 35 to 40 mins though.
Food at breakfast is standard afffair... Read MoreStayed here for 4 nights. Hotel is situated on a main road between Albuferia and Villamoura. Taxi's are cheap arouund 6 Euro to Albuferia, you can walk and takes about 35 to 40 mins though.
Food at breakfast is standard afffair and is fine.
Rooms are nice. plenty of British tv channels.
Staff on front desk are helpfull and will print off timetables for buses for you. Read Less

Recent stay Nice hotel and clean.
Bit quiet but nice.
Would highly recommend shopping at Aldi for essentials.onky 4 euros in a taxi.
Pool absulutly freezing!!!!!
But overall nice clean hotel and friendly staff.close to a lovely small beach.

A very relaxing stay We enjoyed our stay a lot! This hotel offers big rooms with are tidy and bright.
You can have some delicious breakfast offered as a buffet. As for people with celiac disease (like my girlfriend): You will get gluten-free bread... Read MoreWe enjoyed our stay a lot! This hotel offers big rooms with are tidy and bright.
You can have some delicious breakfast offered as a buffet. As for people with celiac disease (like my girlfriend): You will get gluten-free bread if you ask for it 🙂
In the evening there is a three course menu: You have the choice between two starters (soup and starter) and three main courses (meat, fish & vegetarian). The last choice is between two desserts. We really enjoyed it.
What really surprised us was the thoughtful staff that even made a birthday cake and brought it together with a bottle of sparkling wine to our room!
We would gladly stay here again when visiting the Algarve one more time. Read Less