Apartment

5 mins to old town beach, next to swimming pool, 2 bedrooms, sea views, air con

The main bedroom with super king sized bed

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 621.5 sq ft

Popular amenities

Parking available
Dryer
Washer
Kitchen
Air conditioning

Explore the area

Albufeira

Albufeira Old Town Square
‪5 min walk‬
The Strip
‪3 min drive‬
Albufeira Marina
‪3 min drive‬
Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Separate dining area

Dining area

About this property

5 mins to old town beach, next to swimming pool, 2 bedrooms, sea views, air con

It has always been our dream to have a 2nd family home based in Albufeira’s Old Town and we are so chuffed that we bought this apartment at the end of 2017 from Philipa & Keith. We both love it as does our 3 year old son. We have spent over 10 years visiting and working in the town, so it really is home from home for us.

The apartment is situated in an aparthotel on a hillside with great views of the Old Town, Fisherman's Beach and out over the Atlantic. There is a nice south facing balcony which is ideal for soaking up the sun, relaxing, admiring the view, or eating al fresco.

The apartment is very family friendly as the balcony is on the ground floor not up high, there is no big drop. The balcony is also gated and the wall comes up to around hip height.

The outdoor salt water swimming pool is just out of the balcony gate and down a few steps.

Within the apartment you will find our visitor pack giving you details of great places to eat and visit during your stay.

We also provide a welcome pack enabling you to have a hot or cold drink on arrival and settle in with the essentials before having to rush out to the supermarket.

There is also a TV offering a wide range of English TV channels, over 800 movies and all the football you could ever want, plus we have free Wi-fi.

The Montechoro Strip and world class golf courses are a short cab or Uber ride away.

We can also arrange competitive private airport transfers for you, all vehicles have Wi-fi and air con.

Our main bedroom has a super king sized luxury bed with the brand new mattress supplied by Hilton hotels.

Because we have been travelling with our son, the apartment has a high chair, travel cot, Tommy Tippee perfect prep machine and a bottle brush.

We try to ensure that we look after our guests and cater to their every need.

We hope you enjoy your time here as much as we do, and want to come back time and time again.

Property manager

Lisa

Languages

English

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Pool

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Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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 are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances 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

Property Registration Number 68297/AL

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Albufeira

Located near the beach, this apartment is in Albufeira Center, a neighbourhood in Albufeira. 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 Praia dos Alemães and Oura Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Albufeira Stadium or Albufeira Bullring. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including swimming, birdwatching and golfing.

Albufeira

What's nearby

Peneco Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Albufeira Old Town Square - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
The Strip - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Albufeira Marina - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
Balaia Golf Village - 7 min drive - 4.8 km

Getting around

Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 12 min drive
Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

‪Sapori di Gelato - ‬10 min walk
‪Mané - Café & Tapas - ‬11 min walk
‪Cavern Pub Albufeira Portugal - ‬10 min walk
‪Churrasqueira Ti Gracinda - ‬10 min walk
‪The Geordie Viking - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does 5 mins to old town beach, next to swimming pool, 2 bedrooms, sea views, air con have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is 5 mins to old town beach, next to swimming pool, 2 bedrooms, sea views, air con pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 5 mins to old town beach, next to swimming pool, 2 bedrooms, sea views, air con?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 5 mins to old town beach, next to swimming pool, 2 bedrooms, sea views, air con?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 5 mins to old town beach, next to swimming pool, 2 bedrooms, sea views, air con located?

Located in Albufeira Center, this apartment building is within a 15-minute walk of Praia dos Alemães and Albufeira Old Town Square. The Strip is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.

9.4

Exceptional

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Michael S.

20 Jul, 2025

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

Lovely apartment, very child firendly.

Modern apartment with averything you could need as a family. Good location to old town. Shared pool was very clean. We had a brilliant stay.

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan B.

28 Sept, 2024

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

Lovely apartment, great location

Large and well appointed apt in nice complex with lovely pool. Great location for the beach and bars/restaurants in Albufeira old town.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hanna R., Stockholm

20 Jul, 2023

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

Nice apartment, good location

Cosy apartment close to old town. Very nice pool area, always available sunbeds. Friendly hosts!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

simon d.

2 Dec, 2023

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

Great Location

Had a great time. As described...

Stayed 8 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

21 Sept, 2023

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

Fabulous stay

Fantastic location, great view from terrace, central to the old town, spacious apartment with great facilities, lovely pool area close to shops and restaurants. A really great stay would definitely recommend this apartment. Thank you.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael S., ALLOA

10 Aug, 2023

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

Family holiday

My family stay at the apartment was excellent. Lisa our host was great, any questions we asked were answered quickly and was no trouble. The apartment was fantastic very clean and spacious and catered for all the family needs. We will definitely return in the future.

Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

5 Jul, 2022

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

Lovely place

Myself along with 3 friends stayed here for a long weekend to attend a wedding. The apartment was lovely, it had a great pool and perfect walking distance to old town. The owners Matt and Lisa were fantastic from the moment I booked with great communication. They happily answered any questions I had and helped book our airport transfers (who were also very reliable).

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Liz F.

21 Feb, 2020

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

Happiness is a home away from home!

The view was amazing! Lots of exercise walking to and from the property (very steep hill). Brightness inside and outside always. Ample escapes from the heat by the way the rooms are laid out. Comfortably equipped kitchen. Great place to stay, would highly recommend it.

8/10 Good

doug d.

3 May, 2023

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

Albufeira

Excellent location for Old Town and surrounding area . Nice view overlooking the old town , not quite high up enough to see the beaches . Excellent king bed . Our only issue was possibly an upgrade in a coffee maker , and pots and pans , and access to the unused ping pong and pool rooms , in case of rainy days . All very minor issues really .

Stayed 23 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian B.

2 Feb, 2023

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

Great Holiday

The apartment was in a lovely location. Very well equipped apartment. Lovely and comfortable. Had one power cut, knocked out the TV, rang Matt he told me how to fix it in seconds. Great response. Had an issue with the blinds, rang Tracey,( the manager ) she fixed them within hours, great response. Great Holiday. B & L

Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2023

2/10 Terrible

Lesley S.

16 Oct, 2022

Liked: Check-in

Charged for new drawers we supposedly left a mark on

On arrival balcony dirty and needed weeding but we swept up n overlooked this. 1st time using kitchen sink noticed a leak underneath. We tightened pipe work and again thought nothing more about it. 1st night having showers only 2 of us managed to shower before water turning cold as we did not realise it came from a water tank. Iron and ironing board broken, replacement iron sent the following day. During our stay we experienced numerous power cuts which left us unable to use our phones or have a hot shower. However after our departure we began receiving messages asking about a stain on top of a chest of drawers. We informed them we had no recollection of seeing or causing this, but despite this we were charged £80 for a new set of drawers. We feel this was unjustified as they were already well worn and from the picture they sent of the faint mark it looked like they could easily have painted over the top of it, as we'll as the numerous issues we encountered with the property that we didn't make an issue of. We have been coming to Portugal for a number of years now and this the 1st property we have ever had a poor experience with and would not return to.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

blair p.

21 Apr, 2025

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

Stayed 30 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Family C.

14 Mar, 2023

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

Février 2023

Un excellent séjour dans un appartement cosi, fonctionnel et très bien situé.

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Douglas H.

2 Nov, 2022

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

Great Stay Near Old Town

Our stay here made our visit to Albufeira so wonderful. The proximity to the beach and Old Town were perfect for our family. The master bedroom was great to give us adults some space, the kids loved the pool and view couldn't be beat. Communication with the hosts was awesome and they provided so much helpful information. Thank you!

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Teresa B.

4 Sept, 2022

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

Maravilloso

Tiene todo lo necesario,es un apartamento cómodo,cerca del centro y la playa, con vistas fabulosas y la piscina genial. Tiene mucho ambiente,comida muy buena y unas playas espectaculares.... Deseando volver. No te arrepentirás de alojarte en esté apartamento.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Koos H.

26 Jul, 2022

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

Fijne locatie met prachtig uitzicht

Heerlijk verblijf , zwembad voor de deur wat super is wanneer het warm is om even een verkoelende duik te nemen. In de accomodatie was alles aanwezig voor een goed verblijf. Dicht bij het oude centrum en het strand van Albufeira. Top locatie!!

Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna M.

13 Jun, 2022

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

Fantastic apartment

A beautiful property in a fantastic location. Lisa and Matt were both great to deal with. We will 100% be returning here and have already recommended it to our friends

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Johnathon K.

22 Dec, 2021

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

Christmas holiday

Really enjoyed our stay at the property

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

PAULA H.

30 Sept, 2021

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

Amazing apartment..fab location!

We had a fantastic time here..the apartment is beautiful, very homely and well equipped.. the location is perfect.. it has the best view day or night.. Matt & Lisa were amazing hosts..we will definitely be staying again.

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alice W.

1 Sept, 2021

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

Een heerlijk verblijf

Het appartement van Matt en Lisa is ruim en modern ingericht en van alle gemakken voorzien. De airco in alle kamers is heerlijk. Het uitzicht op de stad is prachtig. Het zwembad is ruim en de ligstoelen waren nooit vol. Vanuit het terras van het appartement ben je zo bij het zwembad. De geluiden die uit de stad komen, hoor je in de slaapkamers niet. Het oude centrum is op prima loopafstand. We hebben een heerlijke vakantie gehad! Het appartement is echt aan te bevelen.

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

Ricardo S.

30 Jul, 2021

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

Quase tudo perfeito!

Apartamento com uma localização excelente, a limpeza estava q.b, mas no geral, foi positivo. Simpatia do proprietário foi 5 estrelas, sempre disponível para ajudar.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniela V.

22 Sept, 2020

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

Fabulous apartment

We love Albufeira, has beautiful places. The apartment is very nice, comfortable, well equipped, well decorated and with a beautiful view, it is like being at home. Thank you for everything and we hope to return.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Daniel W.

17 Aug, 2020

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

Muy agusto

Huéspedes muy atentos a cada etapa para ayudar. Piso cómodo y con vista espectacular. Paseo razonable hasta la playa, pero con camino en cuesta. PD la comunicación se hace en ingles

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

19 Jan, 2020

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

Fabulous apartment and hosts

We have used a lot of homeaway properties and yours is one of the best. We loved the communication, the welcome pack and all the information. It’s these things that make the difference. We used the discount cards which saved us a lot of money. Thank you. In the place we stayed in before we got to yours, there was no information at all about the apartment or the surroundings. Your bed was so comfortable and your towels just the right size! 😂😄

8/10 Good

Pat Wilson

2 Oct, 2019

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

Quiet apartment

Lovely quiet apartment with pleasant sea water pool.Great location not too far from the Old Town but a bit uphill.The facilities were good and comfortable but on those hotter days would benefit from a/c. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in this apartment,a quiet oasis in the thick of things.

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Lisa

Why they chose this property

I fell in love with Albufeira when staying at a friend's apartment and immediately bought one in the same complex. The apartment is on a hill overlooking the Old Town, Fishermans' Beach and the sea. It has a beautiful view and a large balcony on which to enjoy it. The Old Town and Beach are around 5 minutes' walk away and the Strip with its bars and Karaoke clubs is also a short taxi ride away. This means you can enjoy all that Albufeira has to offer, but are far enough away that you can close out the nightlife and get a good nights sleep! Albufeira has two distinct faces: the heat with the hustle and bustle of summer and the cool quieter winter months. I love them both!

What makes this property unique

My apartment is large and airy with its beautiful views. Guests that have stayed comment on how comfortable and homely it is as well as how spacious. They love relaxing in the sitting room, or sitting on the balcony enjoying the view. It is only a few steps away from the pool and the balcony is large enough to sunbathe with a separate area to sit in the shade and eat alfresco!

The apartment is refreshed and maintained by our English friends who live nearby and are only a quick phone call away. Faro airport is about 30 minutes away and with a flight of around 2 and a half hours from London, it is such an easy journey.

The apartment complex is gated and there is CCTV on both apartment entrances to for your safety.