VILLA ALBUAR | S. Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve

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A spacious outdoor patio with wicker furniture and a view of the sea.
A rooftop pool area with blue lounge chairs and a table, overlooking a coastal landscape.
A bedroom with a large bed, a wooden bench, a desk with a chair, a wardrobe, and a view through the windows.
A residential building with a white facade, yellow accents, and a gated entrance.
A dining area with a marble floor, wooden chairs, a long table set for six, a wooden cabinet with shelves, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • Beach, waves and sand
    Guests enjoy the stunning beach views at this property.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Albufeira Marina

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Spa pool on site
  • Private pool
  • Kitchenette
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Albufeira
  • Place, Arrifes Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Sao Rafael Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Albufeira Marina
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds and 1 Crib

Bedroom 4

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Albufeira

Located in Albufeira, this villa is in a rural area and on the waterfront. 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 Praia dos Alemães. Travelling with kids? Consider Aqualand Algarve, or check out an event or a game at Albufeira Stadium. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking/biking trails.
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Albufeira

What's nearby

  • Arrifes Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sao Rafael Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Albufeira Marina - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Praia das Andorinhas - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Coelha Beach - 8 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 14 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castello Di Norcia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪el barrio - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Fat Cats - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Gate 4 café - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Hapimag Restaurant Avonde - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does VILLA ALBUAR | S. Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve have a pool?

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

Is VILLA ALBUAR | S. Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at VILLA ALBUAR | S. Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at VILLA ALBUAR | S. Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at VILLA ALBUAR | S. Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is VILLA ALBUAR | S. Rafael | Albufeira - Algarve located?

This family-friendly Albufeira villa is located on the waterfront, within a 15-minute walk of Arrifes Beach and Sao Rafael Beach. Albufeira Old Town Square is 2.2 mi (3.5 km) away.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 10 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 10 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 10 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 10 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 10 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The villa is super spacious and in a great location, close to beaches and restaurants! It could use some work though. Several of the mattresses were very uncomfortable feeling the springs and the landscaping is so overgrown that we had to walk through a jungle to get down the path to the front door. These things did not stop us from enjoying our stay at Villa Albuar thoroughly!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 June 2026
Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback! We're delighted you enjoyed the space and location of Villa Albuar. Just to clarify: our mattresses are orthopaedic, following the same quality standards as top hotels. As for the vegetation, there's no jungle — we have a large garden with a lawn, four huge palm trees, and many local plants. We're sorry if a few loose leaves gave that impression. We'll make sure to pay extra attention to the path maintenance. Most importantly, we're glad you had a great stay and hope to welcome you back soon! Best regards, Miguel Coelho
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
Tired and damaged villa in stunning location, beware of host fees
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2025
We regret that your experience at Villa Albuar did not fully meet your expectations. As hosts, we prioritize transparency—the Jacuzzi fee was clearly communicated prior to your arrival, and we promptly honored your request to exclude it. Upon check-in, our team immediately addressed every item on your improvement list, even supplying additional equipment to ensure your comfort. We also provided a heated pool (over 28°C) at no extra cost, which we’re glad you enjoyed during your stay. Our villa undergoes regular maintenance, and we take pride in offering a beautiful, well-equipped space in this stunning location. Had we been notified of any lingering concerns during your stay, we would have gladly resolved them. We appreciate your feedback, as it helps us improve, and we hope to welcome you back for a more seamless experience in the future.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Villa Albuar

Impressive villa. Very spacious and perfect for an adult family group. Plenty of space so never felt on top of each other. Good communal areas including pool table and table tennis. Great pool and BBQ area Well equipped and good location for beaches and marina. Loved the quirky ‘Narnia’ bathrooms. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your comment. With great satisfaction, we are able to meet your expectations and needs. We look forward to seeing you in the near future. Regards, Miguel Coelho
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Villa

This was a lovely villa with outstanding views The pool was a good size and a pleasant temperature The Villa had everything you need, including a little basket of toiletries in each bathroom and plenty of towels, which were changed midweek for us We felt safe and secure in the villa A nice stroll to the marina which has a lovely atmosphere and plenty of choice for food and drink We had a great time and made lots of happy memories Would definitely recommend Thank you for the wine :)
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lived up to our Expectations

This large and well kept villa was exactly what we expected and what we wanted. Yes, it could do with some modernisation (espectially in the bedrooms) - but thats a minor thing. We had a great time and the host (Miguel) was very accommodating. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2022
Dear guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your comment. It is with great satisfaction that we were able to meet your expectations and requirements. We are looking forward to seeing you in the near future. Regards, Miguel Coelho
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Property as advertised.

Miguel was always on hand to answer any questions
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 7 June 2022
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your comment. It is with great satisfaction that we were able to meet expectations and requirements. We are looking forward to seeing you in the near future. Sincerely, Miguel Coelho
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice big villa for families

It is a beautiful villa in a beautiful location close to Albufeira. We enjoyed the pool and jacuzzi. The bedrooms are beautiful and spacious and each have their own bathroom. Unfortunately, a few beds had hard mattresses. The kitchen is also spacious with a double-door refrigerator, oven, microwave, toaster and 2 coffee makers, one of which is for cups. There are plenty of shops nearby for daily shopping. All in all, we enjoyed our stay at Villa Albuar!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2024
Dear guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your comment. It is with great satisfaction that we were able to meet expectations and requests. We look forward to welcoming you in the near future. Sincerely, Miguel Coelho
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great family holiday

The villa is a great place for a family group. There's lots of space inside and the grounds are fantastic - an excellent pool, lovely gardens, plenty of seating areas, jacuzzi, pool table and table tennis, so lots to keep everyone entertained. The location is great - less than 10 mins to the beach and about 20 mins walk to the marina which is great for entertainment and food/drinks. Easy to get an Uber to the old and new areas of Albufeira, or just have a long walk! The host was very responsive when messaging. The decor/furniture inside could benefit from updating, especially some of the mattresses (some too soft, some too hard!) and some more glasses, mugs and tea spoons in the kitchen would be really useful! But in general, if you're looking for a spacious place in the sun with excellent space outside and you're not too worried about ultra modern interior, this is a great place.
Stayed 10 nights in Apr 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Apr 2024
Dear Guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your comment. It is with great satisfaction that I was able to meet the expectations and requirements. We look forward to seeing you in the near future. Regards, Miguel Coelho
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful villa, fully recommend!

We had a lovely time at the villa, the little attention to detail and nice touches such as the little toiletries etc in the bathroom and bits in the kitchen were appreciated, as was the fact we didn't have to bring any towels as both bath towels and pool towels were both provided. The pool was a little cold on das the sun wasn't out but that didn't stop the 11 year old ha...bit the rest of us were able to sensibly opt for the hot tub haha...with the lovely sea view. Great communication from host! Cleaners friendly. I very much appreciated the mattress topper in the sea view double room...I struggle with my bones on hard beds so that was a very welcome relief! Walk to the marina only circa 20 mins but on the way back it is up hill haha...but we did find a more scenic route than the main road. Nice little bar only a few mins walk away which has a little shop next to it for any essentials (but it is expensive). We went to Continente and got a taxi and filled up 2 shopping trolleys including alcohol with beer, spirits, BBQ coals etc, food with plenty of meat and fresh veggies and loads of snacks and fresh juices for 6 (although more like 8 as my husband and step-son literally eat 2 regular man portions. The villa is massive you could literally get lost in there. The stairs are gated at the top which was very relieving just in case our toddler escaped her room in the middle of the night...only problem I recall is it's so big if she darted off it was like hide and seek haha. Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 May 2024
Dear guest, Thank you for taking the time to post your comment. It is with great satisfaction that we were able to meet expectations and requests. We look forward to welcoming you in the near future. Regards, Miguel Coelho
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Un joyau de l’Algarve

Nous avons passé une superbe semaine! Villa idéalement située juste un peu hors du centre comme nous le souhaitions (à moins de 5 min). Vue incroyable et à proximité de la plage de Sao Rafael. Le look un peu vieillot ne nous a pas empêché de profiter à plein de cette grande maison maison et tous ses équipements.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 July 2024
Cher client, Merci d'avoir pris le temps de poster votre commentaire. C'est avec une grande satisfaction que j'ai pu répondre aux attentes et aux exigences. Nous espérons vous revoir dans un avenir proche. Cordialement, Miguel Coelho
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