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Hotel Balaia Mar

algarve, portugal

About Hotel Balaia Mar

location

This charming hotel offers a stunning location in Albufeira, in a quiet area, just 400 m away from Maria Luisa Beach, and 1.5 km from Olhos de Água and Praia da Oura. The centre of Albufeira is 5 km away, where lively nightlife and various points of interest can be found.

facility

The hotel has a lift and features 32 double rooms. The friendly staff at the reception desk are happy to answer any questions. Amenities available at the hotel include a baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The hotel has a range of facilities for guests with disabilities. The hotel has wheelchair-accessible facilities. Everyday necessities can be purchased at the supermarket. A garden provides extra space for rest and relaxation in the open air. Additional facilities include a TV room. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the car park. Further services and facilities include a babysitting service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service (for a fee) to explore the surrounding area. A fax machine is available for guests' business needs.

rooms

Air conditioning and individually adjustable heating ensure that rooms maintain comfortable temperatures. A balcony is included as standard in some rooms. Rooms have a double bed or a queen-size bed. Extra beds can be requested. A safe and a minibar are also available. Additional features include a refrigerator and a mini fridge. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels and WiFi provide all the essentials for a comfortable holiday. A hairdryer and a telephone are available in the bathrooms, which are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The hotel has non-smoking rooms and smoking rooms.

sport

Guests can go for a refreshing swim in the outdoor pool complex. There is a children's swimming area as well. Comfortable sun loungers are available on the terrace. There is a poolside snack bar as well. Those who wish to stay active while on holiday can enjoy on-site tennis. For a fee, golf is also available. Guests can take part in a comprehensive water sports programme, which includes sailing and snorkelling, with water skiing, jet skiing, paddle boating, banana boat rides and canoeing available for a fee. For sports enthusiasts who wish to work out indoors, billiards is available for a fee. A wellness area with a solarium is available at the hotel. A casino offers fun and entertainment.

meals

The dining area includes a restaurant and a bar. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and all-inclusive. Breakfast and a dinner from the buffet, à la carte, or as a set menu offer culinary delights every day.

Amenities at Hotel Balaia Mar

Facilities

Air conditioningBar(s)Bicycle HireCar ParkCasinoConference RoomCurrency ExchangeDisability-friendlyGames roomHairdresserHotel SafeKids ClubLaundry FacilitiesLaundry ServiceLiftsMedical AssistanceRestaurant(s)Room ServiceSmall supermarketTV RoomWifi

Hygiene

Contactless check-in/-outEnhanced cleaning programmeHand sanitiserHealth checks on staffHousekeeping only upon requestHygiene training for staffPackaged mealsProtective equipment for employeesProtective equipment for guestsProtective masks for guestsSanitiser dispenserSocial distancing regulationsTime interval between room bookingsUse of commercially available disinfectants

Meals

à la carte DinnerAll inclusiveEvening BuffetHalf BoardSet menu dinner

Sport/Entertainment

Banana BoatBilliards/SnookerCanoeChildren's PoolCycling/Mountain BikingDivingGolfJet SkiingNumber of PoolsOutdoor Pool(s)PedaloSailingSun loungersSun terraceSwimming PoolTanning Studio/SolariumTennisWater Skiing

Location

Map preview
Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal

Rua da Praia Maria Luisa

Nearest beach500m

What's nearby

  • Public Transport10m
  • Restaurants100m
  • Bars / Pubs150m
  • Sea500m
  • Nearest beach500m
  • Shopping opportunities600m
  • Golf Course800m
  • City Centre1.3km
  • Nightclub1.3km
  • Tourist Centre1.3km
  • Bus Station5km
  • Train Station7km

Check-in from 4:00 PM · check-out by 11:00 AM

User Rating & Reviews

4.2

Very Good

949 reviews
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  • Excellent362
  • Very Good435
  • Average122
  • Poor10
  • Terrible20

Recent Reviews: 949

  • User: Trinad1962

    Trip type: Couples

    Fabulous stay

    15 Apr 2026

    Lovely hotel, peaceful, immaculately clean. Alberto on the bar was so lovely and made the best Mojitos I’ve ever tasted. Had a lovely seafood spaghetti in the restaurant also so tasty and reasonably priced. Really hope to go back we had such a lovely stay. All…

  • User: Safari25911015448

    Trip type: Family

    Hhmph..

    16 Mar 2026

    Location pretty far from everything. One little shop near by. Pool has cold water and you cannot drink or eat anything your own, even water. You have to pay that from a pool bar. Room was nice with big balcany.

  • User: Nikole C

    Incredible place and amazing people

    13 Aug 2025

    I went to albufeira for 7 nights and this hotel couldn’t have been better, they were incredibly nice and helpful and it is such a nice and clean place and would totally recommend visiting there 😊😊😊

  • User: aisloshea

    Trip type: Family

    Terrible pool atmosphere

    03 Aug 2025

    I am currently staying at the Balaia Mar while our 2 bed apt (booked through air b &b) is perfect, well equipped, clean and very spacious I will not be returning due to atmosphere and rules at the pool area. We can not bring as much as a bottle of water to…

  • User: Alan M

    Trip type: Couples

    Pretty bad experience

    24 Jul 2025

    I stayed here recently and honestly, I wouldn’t recommend it to anyone. The hotel is old, outdated, and has zero charm. The rooms are small and while they’re somewhat clean, they’re crawling with bugs. Not exactly what you want when you’re trying to relax.The…

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