Guesthouse Formosa Guest House
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Praça da República nº12 2º andar direito, 8800-316 Tavira, Portugal – Excellent location – show map
Excellent location – rated 9.8/10! (score from 1358 reviews)
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location is great! right in the middle of the town.
United States of AmericaWonderful guesthouse, right in the centre of Tavira. We stayed in a double room with private bathroom, which was spacious and very quiet (it overlooked the garden). There is a very nice common garden, with comfy chairs and pretty lights at night, that guests can enjoy (though it was always empty when we were there). It is also possible to climb the stairs (from outside the common kitchens) to a large rooftop terrace with amazing views (photo below). The room and all common areas were extremely clean, and the staff friendly. Excellent value overall and we would love to stay again!
BelgiumWe got the 'sardines' room with a private bathroom, which was super clean (it kind of looked recently remodeled). The property is in the very city center with an amazing view over the bridge and river - which is just lovely. Totally recommended! The staff is very friendly too! :)
PortugalFab location. Charming rooms. Good service. Great value
United States of AmericaAmazing location and view from our room. Washing machine and shared kitchen. Staff very helpful.
United States of AmericaLocation was excellent! In the heart of Tavira Center.
CanadaGreat Location right off the square and by the river. Terrific price; also our room appeared to have just been remodeled (Oct. 2019). It was clean.
United States of AmericaClean, well thought out shared spaces and the best location of any hotel in town! The view was of the river and Plaza República and was where one walks across the river on the Roman Bridge to the east side of town. Cafe’s were under the balcony as there was no elevator and the guest house is on the 3rd floor by North American standards. The shared bathroom was spotless, two showers, sinks and stalls between a total of three rooms so it was seldom busy. Near the Precio Market and two much larger markets are only a few blocks further away. The shared kitchen has many items if you are missing them for sale so before you head out you should check out the other items first and they also provided a welcome glass of port for guests. Close to museums, tourist office and the walled city is just past the cafes underneath on the plaza. A slightly softer bed by European standards.
CanadaThe pillows were so comfy. Where did you get them from? Room styled and decorated so classy and simple. Terrace view over Tavira was so nice. Love the honesty Piggy Bank principle. Amazing place.
United KingdomThey have a large rooftop with an amazing view of the city. They also have common area balconies overlooking the back and a yard. Also a washing machine, but you have to hang your clothes to dry on the lines on the roof.
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One of our top picks in Tavira. Located in Tavira historic center, next to the Roman Bridge, Formosa Guest House offers bright private rooms. It has free WiFi access in the most central square of Tavira.
Each room combines modern and antique furniture, and some rooms offer balconies overlooking the Gilão River. Some rooms have a private bathroom inside the room and others have a private bathroom outside the room and even have rooms with a shared bathroom. The rooms are cleaned daily.
There are two fully equipped kitchens per floor for guests to use, and Formosa's central location puts guests next to restaurants, cafés and bars. Breakfast service is available and served at a nearby café.
Tavira Castle walls are a 3-minute walk from the guest house and offers beautiful views over the city. Inside the walls, guests can gaze at the delicate garden.
Tavira Gran Plaza shopping center is within 15 minutes’ walking, while the ferry to Tavira Island is a 5-minute drive from the Formosa Guest House. Explore the natural surroundings and find Pego do Inferno waterfall, set amid a luxurious vegetation.
Tavira Bus Station is 3 minutes’ walking from Formosa Guest House, and the Train Station is less than 10 minutes’ walking. Faro International Airport is 25 mi from Formosa Guest House.
This is our guests' favorite part of Tavira, according to independent reviews.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Good for couples – they rated the facilities 8.9 for two-person stays.
Located in the top-rated area in Tavira, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8!
Breakfast Info
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Host Info
Company info
Hi, my name is Paula. I’m a science teacher. I am renting out one room in a beautiful and quiet house in the center of Tavira with a beautiful view of the river and the city. Please feel free to contact me, I am happy to answer any questions you may
Property info
Formosa is a quiet house in the center of Tavira with a beautiful view of the river and the city
Languages Spoken
English, Spanish, Portuguese
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Roman Bridge of Tavira0.1 miles
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Church of Saint Mary of the Castle0.2 miles
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Castle of Tavira0.2 miles
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Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Centre0.8 miles
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Terra Estreita Beach2 miles
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Tavira Island Surf Spot2 miles
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Barril Beach2.8 miles
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Benamor Golf Course2.9 miles
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Tavira Island3.1 miles
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Cafe/Bar Veneza0 miles
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Cafe/Bar Tavira Romana0 miles
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Restaurant Balsa Lusitânia0 miles
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Cabanas Beach3.3 miles
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Cacela Velha Beach6.2 miles
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Monte Rei Golf Course8 miles
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Alagoa Beach8.9 miles
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Cabeço Beach10.4 miles
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Monte Gordo Beach11.6 miles
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River Gilão0 miles
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River Séqua0 miles
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Train Tavira Train Station0.5 miles
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Faro Airport19 miles
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Amenities of Formosa Guest House Great facilities! Review score, 8.9
Most popular amenities
Bathroom
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Shower
Bedroom
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
View
- Landmark view
Outdoors
- Outdoor furniture
- Outdoor furniture
- Terrace
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
Kitchen
- Shared kitchen
- Coffee machine
- Toaster
- Stovetop
- Oven
- Kitchenware
- Electric kettle
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Refrigerator
Room Amenities
- Socket near the bed
- Drying rack for clothing
- Clothes rack
Pets
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Pets are not allowed.
Activities
- Beach
Media & Technology
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Satellite channels
- TV
Food & Drink
- Bottle of water Additional charge
- Wine/Champagne Additional charge
- Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
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Free! WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
- Accessible parking
- Street parking
Parking options available
Transportation
- Airport drop-off Additional charge
- Airport pickup Additional charge
Services
- Daily housekeeping
- Baggage storage
- Laundry Additional charge
- Airport shuttle
Front Desk Services
- Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
- Kids' TV channels
- Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
- Fire extinguishers
General
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Hardwood or parquet floors
- Heating
- Heating
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Iron
- Air conditioning
Accessibility
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Health & Wellness Facilities
- Beach umbrellas
Languages Spoken
- English
- Spanish
- Portuguese
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Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.
Children & Beds
Child policies
Children of all ages are welcome.
Children 18 and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
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Crib by request
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€ 10 per child, per night |
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Extra bed by request
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€ 15 per child, per night |
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Extra bed by request
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€ 15 per child, per night |
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Extra bed by request
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€ 25 per person, per night |
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the room you choose. Double-check your selected room for the maximum capacity.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Formosa Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 9:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
The fine print
In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are currently in effect at this property.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.
Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Please inform Formosa Guest House 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.
License number: 11951/AL
FAQs about Formosa Guest House
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Formosa Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):
- Beach
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Room options at Formosa Guest House include:
- Double
- Twin
- Twin/Double
- Suite
- Single
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The following parking options are available to guests staying at Formosa Guest House (subject to availability):
- Street parking
- Accessible parking
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Check-in at Formosa Guest House is from 3:30 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.
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Formosa Guest House is 150 feet from the center of Tavira.
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The prices at Formosa Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.
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Guests staying at Formosa Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 7.2).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Continental
