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São Rafael Holidays

4.0 star property
Upscale guesthouse with rooftop terrace and outdoor pool

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9.0

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

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Urb. Sao Rafael Lote 26 Fase II, Albufeira, 8200-613
  • Popular LocationSao Rafael Beach7 min walk
  • Popular LocationAlbufeira Marina2 min drive
  • Popular LocationAlbufeira Old Town Square6 min drive
  • AirportFaro (FAO-Faro Intl.)41 min drive

Room options

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1-Bedroom Ocean Villa with Private Pool

1-Bedroom Ocean Villa with Private Pool

Highlights

Balcony
Private pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Ocean Villa with Private Pool

Ocean Villa with Private Pool

Highlights

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

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Double Room, Partial Sea View

Double Room, Partial Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
In-room safe
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

Highlights

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

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

Palm Villa, 3 bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
3 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 130 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

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

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Palm Villa Plus, 3 bedrooms

Palm Villa Plus, 3 bedrooms

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
3 bedrooms
Blackout curtains
  • 100 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Single Beds

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Superior Double Room, Sea View

Superior Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2014
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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1-Bedroom Family Ocean Villa with Private Pool

1-Bedroom Family Ocean Villa with Private Pool

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private pool
Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds

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Double Room

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2014
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Rainfall showerhead
Minibar
  • 20.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchenette

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

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About the area

Albufeira

At São Rafael Holidays you'll be 1.7 km (1.1 mi) from Albufeira Marina and 3.7 km (2.3 mi) from Albufeira Old Town Square. Highlights at this guest house include an outdoor swimming pool and in-room free WiFi. .This guest house offers free WiFi in public areas, a rooftop terrace and concierge services. Plus you'll find a garden, multilingual staff and a front desk safe. There's also the convenience of free parking nearby. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Albufeira guest house include Sao Rafael Beach and Salgados Beach.
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What's nearby

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

Getting around

  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 15 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • Gate 4 Café - 3 min drive
  • El Barrio - 3 min drive
  • Fat Cats - 2 min drive
  • Praia da Coelha - 4 min drive
  • Casa Vela - 9 min walk

About this property

São Rafael Holidays

Upscale guesthouse with rooftop terrace and outdoor pool
As a guest of São Rafael Holidays, you'll find an outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. São Rafael Holidays also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and concierge services.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Albufeira guest house.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
São Rafael Holidays offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with a safe and a hairdryer. Plasma televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower with a rainfall showerhead. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a weekly basis.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Weekly housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

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; to check in, 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 staff will greet guests on arrival
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 120.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 400
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 120.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is professionally cleaned
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. The property is professionally cleaned. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number AlojLocal/2013/139

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at São Rafael Holidays?

São Rafael Holidays offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at São Rafael Holidays?

As of 15 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at São Rafael Holidays on 22 May 2024 start from AU$155.10, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to São Rafael Holidays?

Yep, São Rafael Holidays is a short 7-minute walk from Sao Rafael Beach.

Does São Rafael Holidays have a pool?

São Rafael Holidays has an outdoor pool.

Does São Rafael Holidays serve breakfast?

Yep, breakfast is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at São Rafael Holidays?

No, São Rafael Holidays does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at São Rafael Holidays?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at São Rafael Holidays?

No, only service animals are allowed.

São Rafael Holidays Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 175 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 49 out of 175 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 175 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 175 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 175 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Willard

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

lily, LOS ANGELES

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.

10/10 Excellent

Maggie

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Vernon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Clean but not well maintained. Walls and woodwork scuffed, sliding doors damaged, cable inoperable, poor lighting in kitchen. Expedia advertised as no children however screaming child next door was allowed. Rating of 5 star totally is way off the mark. For the price look elsewhere.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaunna

6/10 Okay

Carissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We stayed in a villa that was walking distance from two beautiful beaches. You will definitely need a car to get around, as this is outside the city center. The villa was nice, but felt like it had just been built and finished in a hurry. The upstairs bidet didn’t work, the downstairs sink was not caulked together, the closets didn’t close, and there were large scrapes on the walls and no decorations. There were also plastic mattress protectors on the beds, which seemed odd for a luxury hotel. There was also tons of noise with construction of villas next door and the walls are paper-thin, so you can hear your neighbors. Having a full kitchen and washer/dryer was very nice. The property, including the pool, was very nice and felt secure. The lady at the front desk was not at all welcoming and seemed unhappy to be there. I highly recommend the location, but would not stay at this property in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022