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3.0 of 5
Praia Maria Luisa, 8200-925, Portugal
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Balaia Mar Hotel
Ranked #25 of 167 hotels in Albufeira
4.0 of 5 stars 137 Reviews
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  • Pool area(8)
  • Old town(5)
  • Sports bar(3)
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Samara
Top Contributor
105 reviews 105 reviews
Reviews in 63 cities Reviews in 63 cities
39 helpful votes 39 helpful votes
“In general, property or anything solid 3.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 February 2012
6
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The overall impression of the hotel is very mediocre! It may spoil the impression initially Room (apartment) in which we are occupied, the number itself of course is good, but the neighborhood with garbage and parking lot are not impressed, asked for change, given a room overlooking the balcony, as well as a number of rooms in which there is a repair, it the whole room in whitewashed and very noisy and dirty, in the end for a small extra charge (90 euros for three nights at 9) received an excellent apartment (thanks to chef Alex, who works in the hotel). Start of the holiday. Prior to the ocean from the hotel a leisurely walk about 10 minutes in a relaxing or as not fenced and guarded, nice pool, lounge chairs were always free. The area is very green, very nice, but the hotel itself probably have not repaired, it is very old and shabby. The rooms were cleaned every other day, laundry is never changed and towels every day. The hotel does not eat, because had its own kitchen with this and the equipment, you can make coffee in the morning, and went out to dinner in the old town, about 6-7 euros in a taxi, there are restaurants to which you can walk for 20 minutes, but in the old city of fun and varied. Nearby there is a good supermarket about 15 minutes away, and there is a supermarket on site, but it is expensive. No public entertainment at the hotel was not. The hotel itself is located "on the outskirts," walk to the center g.Albufeyra (old town), about an hour, or a quiet walk for 6-7 euro for a taxi, which can be accessed at the reception desk for 50 cents. In general, property or anything solid 3.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 4 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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wirral
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8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“Very Relaxing”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 November 2011
2
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We stayed here for a week in September and loved every minute of it. Hotel spotless, excellent food and the staff very friendly. Would recommend all inclusive, as it is well worth the money. All spirits are the known brands, rather than "local" and of course, generous measures. Food all freshly cooked. It is a quiet resort, don't go here if you want entertainment, because there isn't any.

  • Stayed September 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 3 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 4 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Manchester, England, United Kingdom
1 review
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“relaxing stay at Balaia Apartments.”
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 October 2011
5
people found this review helpful

A really peaceful stay, nice and relaxing if dated surroundings. The apartment was plenty big with a fantastic enclosed balcony (great for my baby to crawl around without fear of losing him)!!

One problem though was after a delayed flight, we arrived at 11.30am to be told that our All Inclusive package didn't start until 3pm. Of course we could use the restaurant and pay, but when you've booked an all inclusive weekend.......

We went towards the very end of the season so I assume it's alot busier mid season.

The pool area was fantastic looking although very un-child friendly! Raised platforms and not alot of shade at all, with only a couple of umbrellas knocking around.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled with friends
    • 4 of 5 stars Value
    • 3 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 4 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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Belfast, United Kingdom
1 review
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
“autum sun”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 October 2011
3
people found this review helpful

great hotel spotless, food good staff also great, would go back no problem.

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled as a couple
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 5 of 5 stars Location
    • 5 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 4 of 5 stars Service
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London
1 review
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
“October Break”
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 October 2011
5
people found this review helpful

We were very happy in this hotel and would definitely consider going back. This wasn't a hotel that provided entertainment, though there is a sports bar with several pool tables, at an extra cost (6 euros per hour). All staff were friendly and extremely helpful. We were very impressed with them and particularly like the option of ordering from a menu (a la carte) and the fact that several Wall's desserts were available. The pool was very nice and overalll the hotel offered excellent value for money.

PLEASE BE AWARE THAT ALL AIRPORT SERVICES SHOULD BE BOOKED CAREFULLY. AVOID BUDGET CAR RENTAL AT ALL COSTS. THEY ARE NOT WHAT THEY APPEAR TO BE AND THEY WILL TRY TO RETAIN YOUR EXCESS (UP TO 900 EUROS) FOR DAMAGE THAT MAY HAVE BEEN CAUSED PRIOR TO YOUR BOOKING AND MARKED WRONGLY ON THE PAPERWORK !

  • Stayed October 2011, travelled with family
    • 5 of 5 stars Value
    • 4 of 5 stars Location
    • 3 of 5 stars Sleep Quality
    • 5 of 5 stars Rooms
    • 5 of 5 stars Cleanliness
    • 5 of 5 stars Service
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Praia Maria Luisa, 8200-925, Portugal
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