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São Rafael Holidays

3.0 star property

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Urb. Sao Rafael Lote 26 Fase II, Albufeira, 8200-613
  • Sao Rafael Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Albufeira Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Albufeira Old Town Square
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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1-Bedroom Ocean Villa with Private Pool

1-Bedroom Ocean Villa with Private Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Ocean Villa with Private Pool

Ocean Villa with Private Pool

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 150 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Partial Sea View

Double Room, Partial Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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3 bedrooms, in-room safe, blackout curtains, free WiFi

Palm Villa, 3 bedrooms

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 130 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Palm Villa Plus, 3 bedrooms

Palm Villa Plus, 3 bedrooms

  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Sea View

Superior Double Room, Sea View

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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About this property

São Rafael Holidays

Guesthouse with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Sao Rafael Beach
An outdoor pool, a rooftop terrace, and concierge services are available at this guesthouse. WiFi in public areas is free. Additionally, tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and a front-desk safe are onsite. Weekly housekeeping is available.
São Rafael Holidays offers 10 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and hair dryers. Plasma televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided weekly.

Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the overall property condition at São Rafael Holidays. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Sao Rafael Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas, plus an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace.
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a front-desk safe, a multilingual staff, and a rooftop deck
  • Onsite recreation includes bike rentals
  • 7 minutes by foot from Sao Rafael Beach and a 2-minute drive from Albufeira Marina
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 3-star Albufeira guesthouse.

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
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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 provided

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; go to: [Sao Rafael Guest House, Estrada do Aldeamento Sao Rafael, Lot 26]
Guests will receive an email within 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 any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 400 per stay
  • 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.

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM.
The check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, guests will need to go to Sao Rafael Guest House, Estrada do Aldeamento Sao Rafael, Lot 26
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 6:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will receive an email 48 hours before arrival with check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
Property Registration Number AlojLocal/2013/139
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

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

Reviews

São Rafael Holidays Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 249 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 249 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 249 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 249 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 249 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chinecherem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really loved this place. The staff were incredible and so kind, they really went out of their way to make sure that I felt comfortable. If I had any concerns it has adressed in a matter of minutes, and fixed promptly. The resort itself is very beautiful as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning facility. Villa was amazing. Can’t recommend enough
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Villa was very modern and had all the amenities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dijon

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the villas with a private pool and it was absolutely phenomenal. The suite itself is absolutely beautiful, clean and well-maintained and so much space for at least six people, and it was just me and my friend. We are definitely planning our stay back here as the staff was also extremely helpful and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff very quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant little place and great service Could do with a little music playing at breakfast and some non-dairy milk options but otherwise faultless stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Zhigang, Chestnut Hill

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness
It is up on a hill by the ocean but view only from 1 room - a bedroom. When we arrived, we found heating the pool costs $20/day extra and takes over 3 days to heat. No protection from neighbors noise -- e.g. barking dog, conversations...
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

manuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura Lee, Halifax

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Get stay at a lovely Portugal beach !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Lovely villas. Very spacious and comfortable and clean. Lovely quiet area and close to the beach. I would recommend a car.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Uljana

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying in this hotel on my business trip. Great location and overall wonderful experience, definitely recommend. Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was exceptional; helpful, courteous. Only issue was damp room/bed as if mattress had been recently cleaned but not quite dry yet. No walkable shopping or restaurants - needed a vehicle or cab.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Uljana

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay when in Albufeira. Within walking distance to the beautiful beach Sao Rafael. Great service, quiet, secure, feels like home. Good dining options nearby. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

MOUAIAD

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Anastasiia and Patricia are awesome.. very welcoming and friendly reception checked me in early.. room is very clean and well equipped
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

KAICHUN, Odgensburg

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious and beautiful surrounding. TV is not working, but it wasn’t a big deal for us.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sheneece

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Certain members of the reception were rude, attitude was poor. Very unfriendly and not welcoming at all. However the property was nice
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

JOHN WALTER, Skegness

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, reception very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aisah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paulo, Ossining

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On my two weeks travel thru Spain in Portugal, we came across this beautiful spot Albufeira lovely but what made this location special was Sao Rafael Holydays amazing villas clean perfect location, beautiful pool 3 blocks from the most beautiful beach .. Beatriz she’s wonderful person, always there for you.. Im coming back for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen Oliveira

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eileen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

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