Hotel Balaia Mar
1 night
Rooms and Guests
1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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Hotel Balaia Mar
Renovated in 2024
Praia Maria Luisa, Olhos de Agua, Faro District 8200-925, Portugal
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When you stay at Hotel Balaia Mar in Albufeira, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Balaia Golf Village and Praia dos Olhos de Água. This family-friendly hotel is 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Albufeira Old Town Square and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Falesia Beach.Show More
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Highlights
Free parking
Lots to do
Delicious breakfast
Airport pick-up availableAmenities
Golf Course
Outdoor swimming pool
Public parkingFree
Airport pick-up
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Bar
Billiards Room
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Property Description
When you stay at Hotel Balaia Mar in Albufeira, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Balaia Golf Village and Praia dos Olhos de Água. This family-friendly hotel is 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Albufeira Old Town Square and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Falesia Beach.
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4.1/5
Very GoodCleanliness4.1
Amenities4.1
Location4.1
Service4.1
All 54 Reviews
Surroundings
Airport: Faro Airport
(40.0 km)
Airport: Portimao Airport
(42.9 km)
Train: Albufeira - Ferreiras Railway Station
(6.2 km)
Train: Tunes Train Station
(13.1 km)
Landmarks: Balaia Golf Village Resort & Golf
(190m)
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Rooms
Guest Reviews
Services & Amenities
Policies
7
Double or Twin Room
2 Single bed or 1 Queen bed
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
Private toilet
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4
Single Room
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
Private toilet
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6
Economy Double Room
2 Single bed or 1 Double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
Air conditioning
Private bathroom
Minibar
Private toilet
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Guest Reviews
4.1/5
Very Good
54 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness4.1
- Amenities4.1
- Location4.1
- Service4.1
Average for similar properties in Olhos de Agua
AI Summary
The accommodation's advantages include diverse breakfast options, clean and spacious rooms, convenient location near the old town, friendly staff, and well-maintained swimming pools. Some guests also enjoyed the peaceful setting.
Guest User
June 22, 2022
We really enjoyed our stay in The Balaia Mar.
The staff were execellent.
Our room very clean and comfortable.
Breakfast was lovely .
Guest User
January 27, 2025
EXCUSE CAPS IM PARTIALLY BLIND. I HAVE TO SAY I WASNT SURE WHAT TO EXPECT BUT ITS LOVELY AND QUIET. I WENT IN JUNETO FULLFILL SOMETHING OFF MY BUCKETG LIST, I HAD PLANNED THIS 10 YEARS AGO BUT UNFIORTUNATLY COULD BOOK AS I WAS WAS DIAGNOSED WITH STAGE 4 CANCER. THE DOLPHNE INTERACTION WAS AMAZING IF YOU DO PREMIUM YOU GET A USB WITH VID ALSO A LOVELY PICTURE. I WANTED TO GO BACK THE THE BEACH WAS TOO FAR TO WLAK EVERYDOY. THE FOOD IN THE HOTEL I CANT REALY COMMENT AS IT WAS HOT DOGS HAMBURGERS AND PIZZA. NOON OF THEM I EAT. SO THAT PUT ME OFF HAVING AN EVENING MEAL. RESTURANTS IF YIU DRIVE ARE CLOSE. BUT YET FOR ME ANOTHER HARD SLOG.. THE RECEP STAFF WERE AMAZING FUNNY HELPFULL.VERY CLEAN HOTEL. 2/3 POOLS LOVELY GROUNDS PRETTY LUSH. I DEFIANTLY WOULD GO BACK BUT WOULD NEED TO KNOW WHERE AND HOW FAR THE OTHER BEACH . SHOP 2 MINS SPA ETC..PRICES CAN BE THE SAME AS UK BUT MOST ARE A KITTLE CHEAPER AND ALWAYS A RESTURANT THAT DOES EVENING MEAL DEALS, NOW IM NOT UP ON KL AM AN OLD SCHOOL. I LOVE WALKING MAYBE 10 15 BUT NO LONGER. DOES ANY ONE KNOW HOW FAR IN MINUTES IS 0.6M? WE ARE ALOS PARTIALLY BLIND SO STAYING ON A BEACH WOULD HAVE TO GET BY DUSK. ID APPRECIATE YOUR IN PUT THANK YOU JACKI
Guest User
October 26, 2024
I recently stayed at this hotel in Albufeira, it was a great experience all round. The hotel staff were lovely and very helpful 😊. The rooms were good and cleaned well. Everything you needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. I would definitely return and recommend it to other 👍
Guest User
October 24, 2024
This hotel is lovely. The rooms are just what you need with adequate facilities with a fridge in the rooms (which is helpful) The staff are lovely. I had a bit of an experience here as i was in the shower and i slipped and fell. It could have been so much worse than it was, but the staff came quickly to help and the lady came with an anti slip mat immediately and fixed the bathroom up. It was when i was fetched a bag of ice for my elbow (nasty and swollen) that i noticed the diamond in my ring was missing!!! I was heartbroken...... however my faith in humanity was restored when we got a call to reception, the lovely lady who was looking after our room had found my diamond. To anyone looking at this hotel i would say its a little further out than some may like but it was super peaceful and the uber app was fab, bus information is held at reception and they are only too willing to help you. The Aqua winged magpies are lovely too
Guest User
July 4, 2024
ok hotel for a week. the room was cleaned every day, but the cleaning was average. the pool was nice, but the "pool rules" were not followed, and the staff didn't care unless you brought drinks from the shop, then we were told that this was not allowed. otherwise it was a perfectly fine hotel room, partially helpful at the reception and otherwise kind waiters
Guest User
May 26, 2024
Our stay at Balaia Mar could not be faulted, we thoroughly enjoyed our first stay in Portugal and will definitely return to Balaia. It holds a special place in our hearts as we got engaged here. Upon our late arrival we were greeted by a very friendly gentleman who we unfortunately didn’t get the name of, but he was thorough in explaining to us how the hotel worked and walked us up to our room, returning without fuss when we had problems figuring out the aircon. Other reception staff were kind also throughout our stay, offering to book us a taxi and leave our suitcases with them until our transfer. Our room was spacious and overlooked the pool, surrounded by beautiful trees abundant with birds who we enjoyed seeing on our balcony for the whole trip. The room came with all of the amenities we required and was very comfortable. We were fortunate to stay at a quiet time and had the smaller pool to ourselves each morning for a swim and sunbathe. There was also easy access to Praia Maria Luisa so we could go to the beach when we pleased. When visiting the hotel restaurant we were lucky enough to be served by Volodymyr who always showed us a friendly smile and had great banter, he went above and beyond to provide us great service, allowing us to grab some breakfast after closing one morning and telling us about some nice places to visit, a top guy. Other restaurant staff were friendly and attentive to our needs also. Overall we had a brilliant stay and will definitely return here, I cannot think of anywhere else we would like to stay more in Portugal than here. Thank you so much!
Guest User
May 14, 2024
Discussing , infested with ants and flies . Do not stay here . We had to change rooms after being handed cans off bug spray when complained . Also in the middle off nowhere , very run down n dirty. Pool areas were clean and house keeping were nice and aware off the fliesproblem
Guest User
March 5, 2024
The Hotel is clean and the food adequate. Our stay was spoiled by an avoidable incident. My wife paid a deposit for two pool towels. On returning them, the receptionist refused to return the payment as apparently it is not procedure to ask for a cash deposit. The 20€ is not really the issue as we were going to use it to tip the restaurant staff. The fact that management chose not to believe her was unfortunate.
Services & Amenities
Most popular business facilities
Golf Course
Off-site
Outdoor swimming pool
Public parking
Free
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
24-Hour Front Desk
Luggage Storage
Bar
Billiards Room
Restaurant
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Car Rental
Currency Exchange
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Outdoor swimming pool
Bar
Billiards Room
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in Public Areas
Outdoor swimming pool
Parking
Public (not only for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Public parking
Free
Transportation
Airport pick-up
Additional charge
Car Rental
Airport drop-off
Additional charge
Business Services
Fax/Copying Service
Additional charge
Front Desk Services
Currency Exchange
Front Desk Safe
Luggage Storage
24-Hour Front Desk
Languages Spoken
English
French
Portuguese
Spanish
Food & Drink
Bar
Snack Bar
Public Areas
Elevator
Smoking Area
Garden
Health & Wellness
Billiards Room
Golf Course
Off-site
Activities
Game Room
Public Beach
Cleaning Services
Laundry Service (On-Site)
Additional charge
Dry Cleaning
Additional charge
Ironing Service
Additional charge
Clothes Dryer
Accessibility
Accessible Rooms Available
Stair-Free Property Entrance
Safety & Security
CCTV In Public Areas
First-Aid Kit
Fire Extinguisher
Smoke Detector
Security Alarm
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 16:00–24:00
Check-out: 07:00–11:00
Front desk hours: 24/7
If you will arrive outside of check-in hours, contact the property in advance
Child Policies
Children are not permitted to stay in this room type.
Cots and Extra Beds
For all room types, cots and extra beds cannot be added.
Breakfast
TypeContinental
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Buffet:€10.50 (approx. NZD 20.31) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are not allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old.
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1999
- Renovated: 2024
- Number of Rooms: 32
When you stay at Hotel Balaia Mar in Albufeira, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Balaia Golf Village and Praia dos Olhos de Água. This family-friendly hotel is 4.5 mi (7.3 km) from Albufeira Old Town Square and 5.2 mi (8.4 km) from Falesia Beach.
Dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and an arcade/game room.
Enjoy international cuisine at Restaurante da Piscina, a poolside restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 32 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones and safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.
Dip into one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or enjoy other recreational amenities, which include bicycles to rent. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and an arcade/game room.
Enjoy international cuisine at Restaurante da Piscina, a poolside restaurant which features a bar/lounge, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Wrap up your day with a drink at the poolside bar. Buffet breakfasts are available daily from 8 AM to 10 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, multilingual staff, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Make yourself at home in one of the 32 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with bathtubs feature complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones and safes, and housekeeping is provided daily.