we visited riu falesia mar apartments in July 2005, which are located in Olhos d'Agua just outside Albufeira (8km from Albufeira, 8km from Vilamoura). The apartments are clean and comfortable, with one bedroom and 2 sofa beds in the lounge area which suited the kids.We had a small kitchen with ... Read review
4 star Albufeira Apartment Hotel Mediterranean style terrace garden playground car ... more
park poolOpened in 2006 this air conditioned hotel has a total of 140 apartments one of which is wheelchair accessible over 4 floors as well as a terrace and a garden Amongst the hotel's facilities count a safe a currency exchange counter a bar a restaurant a cafe and a liftThis apartment hotel is located approximately 800 m from the unspoilt Falesia beach and about 8 km from the busy centre of Albufeira This hotel is recommended to those seeking a quiet holiday destination The tranquillity of the surrounding area with pines and a fresh sea breeze ensure this is a fabulous holiday destination Inspiration knows no limits here Faro airport lies around 30 km awayLocated within easy reach of the charming beach resort of Albufeira Hotel is located short drive from Albufeira city centre
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Advantages: good weather. short flight. no time difference to uk. cheap beer Disadvantages: no air-con in apartments!
...in Olhos d'Agua just outside Albufeira (8km from Albufeira, 8km from Vilamoura). The apartments are clean and comfortable, with one bedroom and 2 sofa beds in the lounge area which suited the kids.We had a small kitchen with fridge (a godsend!), and a hob.We had a balcony with a seaview.No lifts in the blocks which are 3 storeys high, so a bit difficult with the suitcases, tho we did get fit walking up & down each day as our room was at the top of ... ...breakfast and dinner on resort.The dinner was at a set time of either 6.30pm, OR 8.30pm which was a bit restrictive.The apartments were cleaned and tidied each day and beds made up etc.The only disadvantage was that there was no AC in the apartment, but this could be overcome at night by leaving the balcony door open slighly, and the window in bedroom which allowed the breeze to go right thro the whole apartment.The apartments are located next door ... more
we visited riu falesia mar apartments in July 2005, which are located in Olhos d'Agua just outside Albufeira (8km from Albufeira, 8km from Vilamoura). The apartments are clean and comfortable, with one bedroom and 2 sofa beds in the lounge area which suited the kids.We had a small kitchen with fridge (a godsend!), and a hob.We had a balcony with a seaview.No lifts in the blocks which are 3 storeys high, so a bit difficult with the suitcases, tho we did get fit walking up & down each day as our room was at the top of the apartment block!We took the half board option and had breakfast and dinner on resort.The dinner was at a set time of either 6.30pm, OR 8.30pm which was a bit restrictive.The apartments were cleaned and tidied each day and beds made up etc.The only disadvantage was that there was no AC in the apartment, but this could be overcome at night by leaving the balcony door open slighly, and the window in bedroom which allowed the breeze to go right thro the whole apartment.The apartments are located next door to the 4* Riu Falesia Hotel, but have their own swimming pool/kids pool/kids playground and separate dining area.Beach access is down 139 steps!Bit difficult if taking the beach ball, inflatables, towels, parasol etc down there, and even more hard when trying to persuade the 3 year old to go back up again!.Hotel next door provided evening entertainment each night.Supermarket 1 minutes away (near hotel), but not v. big.Better to walk 5 minutes down road towards bars and other shops for bigger choice.Overall a quiet location. Middle of July but not very busy at all.Great base for holiday, but best to hire a car to explore further afield.
Advantages: Loads to do and see Disadvantages: bit pricey
On all the holidays i have been on and there has been many i allways ask myself would i go back once i am back at home ,and if i am honest the answer to most of the places i have visited with the exception of Orlando is no i would not go back i will try another destination , i would ask anybody who reads this would you go back to your last holiday desination ! even if you had a great time , would you go back ? or would you try another destination ... ...of you would try another destination.
Albuferia is one of the places i would go back to it has great beaches , good selection of food ie local dishes , pizza parlours , chinese restaraunts , seafood dishes , takaways etc etc it is also blessed with lovely beaches , shops ( not just the usual tourist shops ) but what i liked about it the most was the nightlife, lots of things to do and see not just ( as anyone with young children would bear me out ...
showerforms 30.08.2004
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Advantages: good for families, cheap, not too far away Disadvantages: not for those who want something a little more upmarket
I love taking the family here. I have a small timeshare and it is a great place to go for a cheap and cheerful relaxing holiday. I always think of it as a place to go for a 7-10 day holiday but not necessarily any longer.
There are lots of good places to eat and drink around the Strip. The Strip is a sort of mini Blackpool I guess but the one thing it has over some counterparts I have been to in Europe (especially Spain) is that many of the places ... ...I found for value is Farnells. It is a small family run restaurant just off the Strip and huge T Bone steaks gor for 9 euros (or on special nights 8 euro!!) which is just over a fiver. The staff here are friendly and once you have been there once they remember your drinks order for the rest of the holiday!
Another place I like to go is the Two Brothers which is off the Strip but on the main road (same side as Rumors Bar but towards the beach). This ...
nbryan1764 16.10.2005
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Advantages: Lovely area and surrounding gardens Disadvantages: On a steep hill with lots of steps!
...lot of egg! However in Albufeira there are so many restaurants to choose from, you are better off eating there.
The entertainment provided wasn't really our type of thing. If you like Karaoke it was on every other night!
The resort has two main swimming pools which are heated during the winter months, however 19c was not warm enough for me to dip more than my foot in! My boyfriend went in for a swim however and said the water was fine.
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claire19 06.04.2004
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The nearest airport is Faro in Portugal. BA flies there as do the main cheapos. Ryan Air flies from Stanstead whilst Easy Jet flies from Gatwick, Luton and Stanstead. The earlier the flight is booked the cheaper the cost.
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A smallish airport. Quite quick once landed but not too funny when flying back, as once you're through security, the shops and eating area is quite small. Expect long and slow queues when trying to eat or drink.
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Are available from the airport but I dont know their cost. If you're with a tour operator they will usually supply transport. If you've booked with the hotel direct, they can arrange an air-conditioned taxi for a fee of about 30 Euro's. Travelling time to Albufeira is about 40 mins.
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Advantages: Fairly quiet area, good location, family friendly, rooms in good condition Disadvantages: Quality of kitchen facilities could have been better
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Advantages: Good Base Of Operations, Family Friendly, Central Location, Golf Nearby Disadvantages: English Style Pub, Bit Run-Down Decor In Bedrooms
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23 of us departed Thursday night/Friday afternoon to Albufeira in Portugal for Jimbo's stag do. Jimbo is a 30-something dentist with a highly successful practice in Leeds, opening quick bowler for Old Leo's and all round top egg. He is getting married in January to his long time wonderful girlfriend Claire and this was the away leg of his stag do. The party was made up of a total mix of people, from Students to Dentists, and all thoughts pointed firmly at Golfing and Drinking. Not necessarily in that order either.
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Was remarkably easy. The receptionist was very helpful and spoke excellent English. She covered all of the necessary ...
