Sao Rafael Atlantico
Sesmarias, 8200-917 Albufeira, Portugal – Excellent location - show map
Excellent location — rated 9.1/10! (score from 3647 reviews)
Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions
all facilities were amazing and the staff very friendly
NetherlandsBeautiful location with direct access to some of the nicest coastal scenery and a few beaches (Sao Rafael, Arrifes). The staff is very friendly and the food is excellent (the breakfast buffet has everything you need, the dinner buffet - exceptional quality, and also the food at the bar was always very good). The pool areas are very nice too. They also have bathrobes and slippers in the room, plus water boiler and coffee machine. I was here at the end of November and all the restaurants nearby were closed for winter. So it was good to have good restaurants in the hotel. Otherwise, you need to go to Albufeira Marina or the old town, which is too far to walk, so you need a car or a taxi.
BelgiumGreat facilities all as expected of a 5 star resort Fabulous breakfast buffet, good coffee and great range of choice Attention to detail and wonderful staff All up excellent establishment We enjoyed it so much we've extended our stay by another week
AustraliaThe lady who did our check-in and checkout was wonderful and very very kind
FrancePerfect location, very nice facilities, good breakfast and very clean.
BelgiumGood location; direct beach access; cozy rooms; good restaurants in the area (15...20min walk)
SwitzerlandThe room was great, amenities, coffee Nespresso in room, great bed, balcony, fantastic breakfast, access to beach, pool, great drinks …
United Arab EmiratesLovely hotel, close to the beach and a nice location just out of town. A perfect place if you want to be close to Albufeira but have the option of some quiet relaxation.
IrelandIncredible location, good accommodation, spa, swimming pool, gym, close to Albufeira.
GermanyVery good hotel, spacious,super clean room, great atmosphere, nice breakfast and very kind and helpful staff.
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Overlooking the sea, Sao Rafael Atlantico is an ultra modern 5-star complex with direct and private access to São Rafael Beach. It features 2 indoor heated pools, an extensive spa, and sunbath decking lounges.
Opening out onto private terraces, the bright and airy rooms at Sao Rafael Atlantico offer ocean or extensive garden views. Rooms are decorated in soft tones with minimal designer furnishings. En suite bathrooms include power showers and free toiletries. All rooms come with free WiFi access.
There is 1 buffet dining room, and an à la carte restaurant, featuring Mediterranean specialities in a sophisticated and intimate environment.
The gym is well-equipped for cardio and fitness and there are 3 outdoor swimming pools.
The Sao Rafael Atlantico is only a 10-minute drive from Albufeira.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
Most popular facilities
ATM: Need cash? This property has an ATM machine on site.
Praia de Sao Rafael
8.8 Fabulous beach350 yards from property
Vigia Beach
8.8 Fabulous beach450 yards from property
Arrifes Beach
8.7 Fabulous beach450 yards from property
Ponta Pequena Beach
8.8 Fabulous beach600 yards from property
Ponta Grande Beach
8.9 Fabulous beach750 yards from property
Praia da Coelha
8.7 Fabulous beach1,250 yards from propertyPraia da Maré das Porcas
8.5 Very good beach1,400 yards from propertyFraternidade Beach
8.8 Fabulous beach1,550 yards from property
Risco Beach
8.8 Fabulous beach1,700 yards from property
Castelo Beach
8.8 Fabulous beach1,700 yards from propertyPraia da Baleeira
8.6 Fabulous beach1.1 miles from property
Evaristo Beach
8.7 Fabulous beach1.2 miles from propertyBalbina Beach
8.8 Fabulous beach1.3 miles from property
Manuel Lourenco Beach
8.3 Very good beach1.5 miles from property
Peneco Beach
8.9 Fabulous beach1.5 miles from property
Gale East Beach
8.8 Fabulous beach1.7 miles from property
Pescadores Beach
8.7 Fabulous beach1.8 miles from property
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Dario
Netherlands“all facilities were amazing and the staff very friendly”
Jurga
Belgium“Beautiful location with direct access to some of the nicest coastal scenery and a few beaches (Sao Rafael, Arrifes). The staff is very friendly and the food is excellent (the breakfast buffet has everything you need, the dinner buffet -...”- Stockburger
Australia“Great facilities all as expected of a 5 star resort Fabulous breakfast buffet, good coffee and great range of choice Attention to detail and wonderful staff All up excellent establishment We enjoyed it so much we've extended our stay by another week” - Adi
France“The lady who did our check-in and checkout was wonderful and very very kind” - TomBelgium“Perfect location, very nice facilities, good breakfast and very clean.”
Cedric
Switzerland“Good location; direct beach access; cozy rooms; good restaurants in the area (15...20min walk)”
Diana
United Arab Emirates“The room was great, amenities, coffee Nespresso in room, great bed, balcony, fantastic breakfast, access to beach, pool, great drinks …”
Aine
Ireland“Lovely hotel, close to the beach and a nice location just out of town. A perfect place if you want to be close to Albufeira but have the option of some quiet relaxation.”
Maksim
Germany“Incredible location, good accommodation, spa, swimming pool, gym, close to Albufeira.”
Ilias
Greece“Very good hotel, spacious,super clean room, great atmosphere, nice breakfast and very kind and helpful staff.”
- All bookings show 2 single beds for a double room. Are there any larger beds available?All the beds are single but it is possible to arrange it as couple bed, only by request.Answered on 3 February 2020
- hi which airport is near the hotel pleaseFaro AirportAnswered on 27 October 2019
- how much is the hammamThe hammam is included on the SPA. To access the SPA, it has an extra cost of 10€/adult/day and it includes jacuzzi, hammam, hidromassage pool and sauna.Answered on 29 October 2019
- How close is the hotel to town?Dear Guest, Thank you very much for your contact, We would like to inform you that Nau São Rafael Atlantico Hotel is at about 4 km from Albufeira ol..Answered on 22 December 2020
- Hi what is the cost to use the fitness centre?Good morning, The fitness centre is free of charge for our guestsAnswered on 29 September 2021
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FADO
Cuisine: Portuguese
Open for: Dinner
RAW
Cuisine: Sushi
Open for: Dinner
Seven Seas
Cancellation/
prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
Children aged 13 years and above are considered adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Sao Rafael Atlantico accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Guests booking on Non-Refundable Rates should inform Sao Rafael Atlantico of their invoicing details (Name, Address and VAT number) at the time of booking.
Please note that when booking a rate where payment is due before arrival, the property will provide detailed payment instructions with a link to a secured payment platform.
The hotel can arrange for a PCR test to be made in the premises (additional costs apply). Guests can book this test directly at the hotel.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
When booking half board, please note that drinks are not included.
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
License number: 7284
FAQs about Sao Rafael Atlantico
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Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Sao Rafael Atlantico on this page.
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From the nearest airport, you can get to Sao Rafael Atlantico by:
- Taxi 40min
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The prices at Sao Rafael Atlantico may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
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Room options at Sao Rafael Atlantico include:
- Double
- Suite
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Sao Rafael Atlantico is 1.8 miles from the centre of Albufeira.
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Guests staying at Sao Rafael Atlantico can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.5).
Breakfast option(s) include:
- Full English/Irish
- Buffet
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Check-in at Sao Rafael Atlantico is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.
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Sao Rafael Atlantico has 3 restaurants:
- RAW
- FADO
- Seven Seas
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Sao Rafael Atlantico offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Spa and wellness centre
- Fitness centre
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- Sauna
- Massage
- Hammam
- Beachfront
- Evening entertainment
- Beauty Services
- Public Bath
- Spa/wellness packages
- Personal trainer
- Spa facilities
- Beach
- Fitness classes
- Fitness/spa locker rooms
- Body scrub
- Fitness
- Spa lounge/relaxation area
- Body treatments
- Body wrap
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The nearest beach is just 650 yards from Sao Rafael Atlantico.
