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São Rafael Holidays

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with outdoor pool, near Albufeira Old Town Square

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Villa V, 3 bedrooms | Living area | Plasma TV
Superior Double Room, Sea View | Beach/ocean view
In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • Weekly housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Terrace
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Multilingual staff
  • Concierge services
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
Feel at home
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Free parking nearby
The price is $68
includes taxes & fees
$64 per night
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2025

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1-Bedroom Ocean Villa with Private Pool | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

1-Bedroom Ocean Villa with Private Pool

Highlights

Balcony
Private pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Ocean Villa with Private Pool | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Ocean Villa with Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
2 bedrooms
  • 1615 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Partial Sea View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Minibar
In-room safe
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
  • 861 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Palm Villa, 3 bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
3 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1399 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2013
Separate bedroom
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Palm Villa Plus, 3 bedrooms | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Palm Villa Plus, 3 bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
3 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Sea View | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2014
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | In-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2014
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
Minibar
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchenette

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2013
  • 969 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Urb. Sao Rafael Lote 26 Fase II, Albufeira, 8200-613

What's nearby

  • Sao Rafael Beach - 7 min walk
  • Albufeira Marina - 2 min drive
  • Albufeira Old Town Square - 6 min drive
  • Peneco Beach - 9 min drive
  • The Strip - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Portimao (PRM) - 31 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 42 min drive
  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 15 min drive
  • Tunes Station - 20 min drive
  • Lagoa Ferragudo Station - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El Barrio - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Praia de São Rafael - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Gate 4 Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Clube Pesca e Náutica Desportiva de Albufeira - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jack's Irish Pub - ‬2 min drive

About this property

São Rafael Holidays

São Rafael Holidays features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute drive of Albufeira Old Town Square and The Strip. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travelers say great things about the overall property condition.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 10 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 11 AM
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Sao Rafael Guest House, Estrada do Aldeamento Sao Rafael, Lot 26]
  • Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
  • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
  • If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
  • For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free offsite parking nearby
  • Street parking available

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Multilingual staff
  • Bicycle rentals

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Rooftop terrace
  • Garden
  • An outdoor pool
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local culture & ecosystem education
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Plasma television

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Weekly housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • LED light bulbs

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 400 per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 120.0 per night

Policies

Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit on site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
This property is professionally cleaned.
Property Registration Number AlojLocal/2013/139

Also known as

Vidamar São Rafael Villas Apartments GuestHouse Albufeira
São Rafael Luxury Villas Albufeira
São Rafael Luxury Villas Apartment
São Rafael Luxury Villas Apartment Albufeira
São Rafael Villas
Vidamar São Rafael Villas Apartments GuestHouse
São Rafael Villas Apartments GuestHouse Apartment Albufeira
São Rafael Villas Apartments GuestHouse Apartment
São Rafael Villas Apartments GuestHouse Albufeira
São Rafael Villas Apartments GuestHouse
São Rafael Villas Apartments
São Rafael Luxury Villas

Frequently asked questions

Does São Rafael Holidays offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, São Rafael Holidays does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at São Rafael Holidays?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool.
Are pets allowed at São Rafael Holidays?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at São Rafael Holidays?
No, unfortunately, but there's free parking nearby.
What are the check-in and check-out times at São Rafael Holidays?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at São Rafael Holidays?
No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Casino Vilamoura (27-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at São Rafael Holidays and nearby?
São Rafael Holidays has an outdoor pool and a garden.
What's the area around São Rafael Holidays like?
São Rafael Holidays is a short 7-minute walk from Sao Rafael Beach and 6 minutes' walk from Arrifes Beach.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Anastasiia and Patricia are awesome.. very welcoming and friendly reception checked me in early.. room is very clean and well equipped
MOUAIAD, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Barry, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This hotel is amazing. The only thing I didn't like was the toilet made a very loud sound off and on over the night. Other than that 10/10 great staff, close to the beach and dining. Short Blot rides to Old Town I would stay here again and definitely recommend
Karen Oliveira, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Eileen, 7-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The location is great. Walking distance to couple beaches. One of the beaches has a nice beach restaurant where you can choose your fresh fish and they will grill it for you. Albufera is less then 10 min away by taxi. We liked it because the location is very quiet. It felt that we are by our selfs there. The only thing that I didn’t like is that the bed had this cover over the mattress and under the sheet the protection that you would use for a baby cribs. Like some plastic that sounds like when you move and makes extra warm at night. That should go!
Artis, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Property was much bigger than expected. Short walk from the beach and hiking trails. Staffs were very friendly and helpful.
Hsuao, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The area is super nice! Walking distance to two beautiful beaches, both with beachside restaurants, paddleboard rentals, etc… The hotel is intimate, almost closer to a BNB than a hotel. This is not a luxury hotel, but I felt like we found a gem of a place to stay with great service, continental breakfast, private pool
Jill, 4-night trip with friends
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8/10 Very Good

Nice propert
Stefano & Daniella, 6-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

We rented a 3 bedroom Palm villa , when we tried to check in at 4 our room was not ready ( not a big deal) and was asked to come back a little later. We explored the area a little and on our return at 5 was told that there was a maintenance issue with our accommodation (the main bedroom with walkout to upstairs patios whole drape assembly had fallen off the wall ) we’re told that they locked the room and if it was ok if we just used it as a 2 bedroom.I told them we definitely needed a 3 bedroom unit, they had no other availability and could not move us. I told them I would take the unit as is so it took another hour for them to clean the extra room for our check in was delayed till 6pm. This particular unit is getting a little tired overall, things like loose hand rail at top of stairs tile trim in upstairs bathroom not flush deadbolt on front door disabled with screw kitchen and living room tables with glass stains. The overall cleanliness I would rate a 3 out of 5 ( I ended up having to give the outdoor patio floor a wash down (no big deal).All the other properties we stayed at provided some laundry detergent for a few loads as well as a roll of paper towels in the kitchen they did not ( would be nice if they had. The underground parking was a joke unless you are driving a small car VW golf your not going to fit but ample outdoor parking . I would say that the staff especially the property manager was very kind and helpful and apologized for the inconvenience of the drapes
Christopher, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hussein, 4-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Metal shutters were difficult
Derek, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Awesome!
Maria, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good breakfast selection and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Darrell, 7-night trip with friends
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10/10 Exceptional

Great Stay
Victor, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful view
TIEN, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Broken AC in upstairs bedroom.
The beds are a little, and the AC in one of the bedrooms upstairs is broken.
4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

mehwish, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Walking distance from the beach. Nice and quiet area to enjoy your holidays
Daniela, 3-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were fabulous. Location perfect!
Sara, 3-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a wonderful property. The staff was friendly. It one wants to be near the action, then this isn't the place. This place is for a wonderful chill vacation. However, there are BOLT rides that can cheaply take one to the hot spots.
debbie, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Amazing place,very nice staff with ordinary buffet
The staff were so friendly, even they mentioned they are new there. They provide us very good information and also do something very special. As we had to go to the airport and could not be there for the last breakfast, they provided us a breakfast bag including a home made sandwich😍 The location is great and just 5 minutes walking to st Rafael beach, but a little bit difficult to reach if you have no car The hotel is too small and some equipment were a little bit old, but in overall the hotel can satisfy you The brekfast buffet had no hot meal, maybe because of the season Safety is also good. The staff leave the hotel at 6 p.m. but there is a guard who is availbale during the night In overall, we really enjoyed and highly recommend the hotel
Amin, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Ben, 5-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

The area was lovely and it was close to a nice beach. The villa was spacious. The private pool was a bonus but we had to let management/maintenance know that the pool ladder was broken upon our arrival, so hopefully they will address that before the next visitors stay in the unit.
John, 1-night family trip
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8/10 Very Good

Willard, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

This property is located in a very convenient area. You can walk to a few 5 star rated restaurants and even a local beach. No more than 10 min walk to any location. It feels very safe to walk at night, we really enjoyed that. Prepare to hear a lot of instructions with a map when you arrive to get to your hotel room and they don't assist with luggage. Although the hotel is located on a very beautiful and large piece of property the rooms are not up to date. The wifi is very spotty. We had a leak in the bathroom that left a big puddle on the floor our whole stay because nobody came to fix it even though they told us someone would come. This was very upsetting because nobody came to clean the room either so we were left with limited towels which we used for the puddle. These are things you do not want to deal with after a whole day of traveling. I really wanted to love this place but they have a lot of fixing to do. Staff was friendly.
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