About this property

This small unit features a restaurant, snack-bar and an outdoor swimming pool. Agua Viva is 1640 feet from the lively Oura Strip and 656 feet from Aveiros Beach. Each of the uniquely decorated rooms features air conditioning, satellite TV and a safety deposit box. The rooms include a small kitchenette or small area with an electric kettle, toaster and a refrigerator. For meal options, the Oura Strip has several restaurants, bars and cafés available. Albufeira’s Old Town area is a popular tourist destination, a few minutes’ walk from Pescadores Beach and featuring bars, restaurants and tourist-friendly shops. Renowned Falésia Beach is at a 14-minute drive. Faro International Airport is 22 mi from the Agua Viva.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.

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Umbral
Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

    • Located in the top-rated area in Albufeira, this property has an excellent location score of 8.6!


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 full bed
1 twin bed
and
1 full bed
3 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
1 full bed
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Nicole
    Canada Canada
    The staff was good and the place was basic but cute and easy with a big fridge, toaster and kettle. Close to everything but not too busy of an area.
  • Kelly
    United States United States
    I really liked the location. The beaches are very close, and there's a small market right down the street. Restaurants by the strip are walking distance. The 1 staff person I did see at check-in was very friendly. He showed me to my room and gave...
  • Liebert
    United States United States
    Staff was really very nice and did their best to keep us happy.
  • Priyanka
    Canada Canada
    The stay was pretty decent . It’s a good location close to the beach . The owner she was nice nice and welcoming.
  • Patricia
    Canada Canada
    Location was excellent. We could walk to one of the best beaches in the Algarve. The hotel was very comfortable. Our host, Cristina, was very nice and helpful.
  • Blanca
    Spain Spain
    Everything was really good, location and services. Cristina, the receptionist, was amazing!
  • Stephanie
    United States United States
    Excellent location — away from the major bar areas so able to sleep well at night! Can easily take a cab into old town and other beaches in the area. Wonderful, welcoming owner as well!
  • Bleddyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location is good for main area of bars and restaurants. The highlight of this hotel is Cristina, she is incredibly friendly and helpful and wants her guests to have the best stay possible. Bar and restaurant with pool attached is perfect for...
  • Albert
    Portugal Portugal
    A very nice smaller hotel. Very gracious staff, and the location was good, as it was a small walk to two beaches, and a small walk to the Strip. The porch was spacious, and the room itself was solid.
  • Duncan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Loved the location as it was close to the beach. Very friendly manageress who answered all our questions. Lovely pool where we were able to have a refreshing swim after a long hot day exploring all the sights Please update your photos on...

Managed by Umbral

Company review score: 8Based on 30,838 reviews from 46 properties
46 managed properties

Company info

Since 2017, Umbral has been transforming the way tourism is experienced in Portugal. Based in Albufeira, it began with a single property and now has more than 400 units spread across the Algarve, Alentejo and Fátima. With the motto ‘Stay but don't stop’, the brand invites guests to take advantage of their stay to rest, but also to explore, discover and experience each destination in a unique and authentic way. The ‘Hotels & More’ positioning reinforces the proposal: more than accommodation, Umbral offers well-located, functional and affordable stays. With centralised management, it simplifies costs and services, guaranteeing a quality experience without high prices. It also differentiates itself by the way it communicates: with a light, approachable and up-to-date language that stands out in a traditional sector. Umbral continues to grow with confidence, staying true to its mission of offering authentic stays.

Property info

This small unit features a restaurant, snack-bar and an outdoor swimming pool. Agua Viva is 500 metres from the lively Oura Strip and 200 metres from Aveiros Beach. Each of the uniquely decorated rooms features air conditioning, satellite TV and a safety deposit box. The rooms include a small kitchenette or small area with an electric kettle, toaster and a refrigerator. For meal options, the Oura Strip has several restaurants, bars and cafés available. Albufeira’s Old Town area is a popular tourist destination, a few minutes’ walk from Pescadores Beach and featuring bars, restaurants and tourist-friendly shops. Renowned Falésia Beach is at a 14-minute drive. Faro International Airport is 35 km from the Agua Viva. Please be informed that check-ins after 11:00 PM will incur an additional cost of 20.00 EUR, to be paid in cash. We kindly request that you inform us of your arrival time in advance. If we do not have this information, you may have to wait for up to 1 hour for the responsible person. At check-in, we request a security deposit of a minimum of 200.00 EUR. This amount serves as a guarantee against possible room damage or violations of our policies during your stay. The security deposit can be provided in two ways: in cash or by credit card, according to your preference. If you require an invoice with a tax identification number, please request it at the time of booking. If this information is not received in a timely manner, the invoice will be issued as a Final Consumer without the possibility of alteration (in accordance with the current legislation). Please note that this unit doesn't have reception.

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish,French,Portuguese

Area info

House rules

Agua Viva by Umbral takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of € 200 is required on arrival. That's about $233. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardMaestroCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Agua Viva by Umbral of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 08:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

A damage deposit of € 200 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

License number: 53344/AL

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