Hotel Alba

4.0 star property
Hotel in Vila Real Santo Antonio with full-service spa and fitness centre
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Hotel Alba

Front of property
Beach nearby
Aerial view
Interior entrance
Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Spa
The price is AU$95
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2025

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (4 Adults)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Sofa Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (3 Adult)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (3 Adults and 1 child)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Sofa Beds

Double Room (2 Adults and 1 child)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (2 Adults and 2 child)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 2 Single Sofa Beds

Standard Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Minibar
Satellite channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
Alameda da India, Monte Gordo, Vila Real Santo Antonio, 8900-440

What's nearby

  • Casino Monte Gordo - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Monte Gordo Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Verde Beach - 12 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Altura Beach - 14 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Manta Rota Beach - 19 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Vila Real Santo Antonio Monte Gordo Station - 15 min walk
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪El papagayo - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Navegante - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Osaka - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Algarve Steak House - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪FUEL Restaurant & Bar by Chakall - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Alba

Upscale hotel near a train station
Consider a stay at Hotel Alba and take advantage of a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a hair salon. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool and a children's pool, with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike hire and self-parking (surcharge)
  • Access to a nearby indoor pool, a lift and luggage storage
  • Smoke-free property, a front desk safe and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 125 rooms offer comforts such as air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
Other amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Balconies, daily housekeeping and phones

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (EUR 12.50 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 15 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 28.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for EUR 8.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.50 per night for guests aged 11 to 13 years old, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 11 years of age.
  • COVID-19 testing fee (antigen/rapid screening): EUR 3 per person, per stay.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately EUR 10 for adults and from EUR 5 for children
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 12.50 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 8.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 28.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a security system

We should mention

Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Alba Vila Real Santo Antonio
Hotel Alba Vila Real Santo Antonio
Hotel Alba Hotel
Hotel Alba Vila Real Santo Antonio
Hotel Alba Hotel Vila Real Santo Antonio

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Alba have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Alba?

As of 25 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Alba on 6 Jan 2025 start from AU$91.64, 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.

Is Hotel Alba pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel Alba?

Self-parking is available for EUR 12.50 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Hotel Alba?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel Alba?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Hotel Alba located?

Situated near the beach, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Casino Monte Gordo and Monte Gordo Beach. Cabeco Beach and Pinhal do Gancho are also within 2 miles (3 km). Vila Real Santo Antonio Monte Gordo Station is 15 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 325 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 325 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 325 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 325 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyle

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like this hotel. We visited this little touristy area during an off-season. The hotel is located near the beach and lots of eating and dining establishments. The hotel itself has very comfortable larger rooms and it included breakfast. Parking in an area just in front of the hotel is usually a paid area. However, while we were there, the parking meters were broken and all parking was free. since there were very few tourists in the area, we found no problem finding a place to park. This would probably be, a great spot for a family vacation. We found the hotel had a drying rack out each room on a balcony that was a real plus for a wet beach wear.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marco

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is perfectly placed in town with just a 5 minute walk to the beach, hotel was basic but absolutely spotless clean, the breakfast was limited with not a great choice but not terribly either, i would be happy staying here again and recommend to anyone not expensive,
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Phillip Bay

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay in a lovely little village at Monte Gordo. We really loved our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alesha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel, the complementary breakfast is great and the pool is to die for. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Units have a large private terrace
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Idalino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
26 " tv, no facial tissues,too expensive for what provided. Vary basic for the price, I could have stayed at low budget facility with more to offer than this facility.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ruth

Travelled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location by the beach and the close proximity of the hotel to Monte Gordo Station and Faro Airport. The restaurants and massage parlours along the beach were also top noch. Now to the bad, the hotel which in my view should definitely not be classed as a 4* hotel for the following reasons: 1. Premium rooms to offer the choice of an upgrade 2. No kettle or Tea or Coffee making facilities 3. Limited to only 4x hot food options for breakfast (Egg, Sausage which didn't taste great, Baked Beans and Mushrooms) The cold continental options were cold the majority of the time 4. Only breakfast meals no lunch or dinner is served here in the hotel 5. No masseuse due to the lady being sick which is understandable but there should ALWAYS be back up staff 6. The prices for the steam from and sauna was ridiculous even when I mentioned it to the locals who live around there €8 for 15 minutes is ridiculous. Also the facilities hadn't even been turned out and meaning as a customer I would need to wait a few minutes for it to heat up before using it 7. Train transport wasn't very good and the prices in general for excursions were misleading because they didn't include pick up from the hotel. The majority were based in Albufeira or Olhão which were far on public transport (train and bus). The taxi option was quicker but extremely expensive. This is the first time I have travelled to a European country and had to figure out how to reach the starting points of an excursion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Sioux Falls

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful, they provided a fabulous breakfast. The pool was a favorite and the beach was an easy walk away. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay, better than expected. Spacious room and lovely balcony. Close to Bea h, shops, restaurants and bus stop to explore Eastern Algarve. Pool area lovely and hotel was spotlessly clean.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kiya

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice quiet stay for an adult getaway, the area is however quite pricey with not much to do. Other than that great stay with good staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely great area for chilling out…
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel isn’t 4 star, very dated, extra cost to use sauna, no beach towels available. Very noisy, woken up at 4/5am from next door and upstairs everyday. Clean and fine for a base.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is outdated and a dire need of an update reminded my of Miami's South beach back in the 80's it smelled like old but the place was clean, the breakfast was decent and the staff was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Where to Stay in Monte Gordo
We've been going to this hotel for a number of years and it's always nice to see the same welcoming people at reception. The hotel is always kept in great condition and the included breakfast has gotten better. Great location, quiet with Spar right across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

wayne r

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed my stay. The staff was great and the breakfast was just right.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel room was a good size with an extra large balcony. There is an option to have your room serviced every day, we found the hotel to be very clean. The beach is a couple of minutes away as is restaurants, cafes and bars. The pool area is fine and there was always sunbeds available. There was also a good choice for breakfast.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Um hotel super agradável com piscina de água salgada e ideal para quem procura descanso
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

C

Liked: Cleanliness
Parking is a problem
Our main problem was the lack of parking, which was an important criteria for us when we booked. The receptionist just shrugged her shoulders we we pointed out that we booked a hotel with parking. The hotel’s car park only has 39 spaces and was full for our two day stay. We were put on a waiting list but never achieved a parking space. The nearby on street parking has a four hour maximum stay between 09.00-22.00 and the machine only takes coins. We were forced to get change and then keep returning to our vehicle every four hours which became restrictive of what we could do in a four hour window.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Only top floor was hotel the rest are apartments breakfast was ok but nothing special. Reception staff were good. A lot of pensioners and at weekend hotel was full of Portuguese and mainly Dutch tourists. Would stay there again as convenient
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julito

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We’ll always book in this hotel when in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023