Vila Gale Albacora
Quatro Aguas, 8800-901 Tavira, Portugal – Great location - show map
Everything was as promised... for me the third time in this Vila...

it’s beautifully decorated and appointed. the location is wonderful. the staff is kind and attentive.

EXCELLENT spa! Great staff, wonderful breakfast and dinner! Beautifully landscaped with a large pool. Comfortable, clean room.Easy access to the ferry to take you to a beautiful beach, nice city to explore and did I mention a beautiful spa where my wife and I had great massages and swam in their warm pool. Very happy to have stayed at Vila Gale Albacora!

Loved its history. The museum told its story which we found fascinating! The landscaping was beautiful, the pool nice to use especially since we arrived early and had to wait for our room. We were given towels and full use of all the facilities. Having the ferry just outside the property was so convenient and we didn’t have to drive! Buffet was always good for breakfast and dinners.

The location for this hotel is amazing, right next to Ria Formosa. You can get a ferry near the hotel and cross to the beach. The view is also amazing. The hotel was built on what used to be a fishing village, and some of the buildings have been restored, and there's a museum. A charming experience.

Almost everything was perfect. Nice and clean room, good location far from the main city but easily accessible by car, excellent breakfast.

the fact that the hotel is built in an old fish industry village gives it lots of charm

Beautiful location just outside of Tavira if you want to be in nature. Pool was very clean and clear. Comfortable beds.

Everything. We continued our trip across Portugal and stayed at another 4 Vila Gale hotels.

Excellent staff. Extremely comfortable bed and good pillows which is a big plus for me and my husband. Quirky hotel which is what we love.

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Vila Galé Albacora is a 4-star resort, set in a rehabilitated tuna fishing camp among Ria Formosa Natural Park. It is close to the Island of Tavira and a 15-minute drive from Faro Airport. The property offers free WiFi.
All rooms and suites of this eco hotel are former houses, workshops and warehouses that have been comfortably furnished and renovated offering stunning views of the natural park. Each guest room has its own furnished patio area, which is close to the resort’s gardens.
For meals, guests can chose from buffet and à la carte dining options. The resort’s Restaurant Salinas and Restaurant Inevitável serve Portuguese cuisine. Guests also enjoy a selection of Alentejo wines and cocktails.
Facilities include a heated indoor pool, a large outdoor pool, a spa and wellness center, and a children’s playground. The recovered on-site chapel offers the perfect scenery for weddings and christenings. The former school is now a modern kids' club. The pier of the property offers boat access to the pristine beaches of Tavira's Island.
Vila Galé Albacora is close to many historic buildings and long beaches. Guests can discover the nearby village of Luz de Tavira that has been a place of pilgrimage for many centuries. Guests can make use of the hotel’s bus transfers into town and explore its attractions.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.7 for a two-person trip.
Praia dos Tesos
8.5 Very good beach550 feet from propertyCabanas Beach
9.0 Wonderful beach2,850 feet from propertyPraia da Ilha de Tavira
9.0 Wonderful beach3,100 feet from propertyTerra Estreita Beach
9.2 Wonderful beach4,050 feet from property
- Where do we park our carHello We have an outside parking for our guests in front of the frontdesk. Kind regards Alexandre OcaAnswered on 21 October 2019
- Is it possible a kid of 6 years sleeping with us join us?Hello Yes it's possible, if the reservation is for 2 adults and the child we can deliver an extra bed in the room. Kind regards Alexandre OcaAnswered on 21 October 2019
- Is there any heating in the hotel bedrooms and public rooms at this time of year?Hello. We inform that we have Air Conditionner in every room of our hotel. Best regards, Diogo RodriguesAnswered on 12 February 2020
- GOSTARIAMOS DE PERGUNTAR SE HÁ TOLDOS OU CABANAS NA PRAIA, E SE É POSSIVEL FAZER A RESERVA ANTECIPADA. ASSIM COMO O BARCO, COMO FUNCIONA .Boa tarde O aluguer de toldos na praia terá de ser efectuado directamente no local. Em relação á travessia de barco tem partda do hotel para a ilha de Tavira ou para a terra estreita, sendo que terá de adquirir os bilhetes na recepção.Answered on 14 August 2020
- do you offer airport transfer from Faro airport? If so, what is cost?Good afternnon, We can arrange the airport transfer. Please, send a message for the confirm the service and all the details. Best regardsAnswered on 20 March 2022
Restaurante Salinas
Food: Mediterranean, Portuguese, Local, International
Open for: Breakfast, Dinner
- Toilet paper
- Towels
- Bidet
- Bathtub or shower
- Private Bathroom
- Toilet
- Free toiletries
- Hairdryer
- Bathtub
- Linens
- Wardrobe or closet
- Outdoor furniture
- Sun deck
- Terrace
- Garden
- Socket near the bed
- Clothes rack
- Bicycle rentalAdditional charge
- Live sports events (broadcast)
- Live music/Performance
- Cooking classAdditional chargeOff-site
- Tour or class about local cultureAdditional charge
- Themed dinnersAdditional charge
- Bike toursAdditional charge
- Walking toursAdditional charge
- Bar crawlsAdditional charge
- Temporary art galleriesAdditional chargeOff-site
- Beach
- Evening entertainment
- Kids' club
- Entertainment staff
- SnorkelingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Horseback ridingAdditional chargeOff-site
- DivingAdditional chargeOff-site
- BowlingAdditional chargeOff-site
- CyclingOff-site
- HikingOff-site
- CanoeingAdditional chargeOff-site
- WindsurfingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Pool tableAdditional charge
- Playground
- Game room
- FishingAdditional chargeOff-site
- Golf course (within 2 miles)Additional charge
- Tennis courtAdditional chargeOff-site
- Desk
- Flat-screen TV
- Cable channels
- Radio
- Telephone
- TV
- Coffee house on site
- FruitAdditional charge
- Wine/ChampagneAdditional charge
- Kid-friendly buffet
- Kids' mealsAdditional charge
- Special diet meals (on request)
- Snack bar
- Breakfast in the room
- Bar
- Minibar
- Restaurant
- Street parking
- Electric vehicle charging station
- Accessible parking
- Invoice provided
- Baggage storage
- Currency exchange
- 24-hour front desk
- Outdoor play equipment for kids
- Indoor play area
- Board games/Puzzles
- Babysitting/Child servicesAdditional charge
- Daily housekeeping
- Ironing serviceAdditional charge
- Dry cleaningAdditional charge
- LaundryAdditional charge
- Fax/PhotocopyingAdditional charge
- Business centerAdditional charge
- Meeting/Banquet facilitiesAdditional charge
- Fire extinguishers
- CCTV in common areas
- Smoke alarms
- Security alarm
- Key card access
- Safe
- Shuttle serviceAdditional charge
- Carbon monoxide detector
- Shared lounge/TV area
- Designated smoking area
- Air conditioning
- Smoke-free property
- Wake-up service
- Tile/Marble floor
- Heating
- Soundproof
- Car rental
- Chapel/Shrine
- Family rooms
- Facilities for disabled guests
- Non-smoking rooms
- Room service
- Bathroom emergency cord
- Toilet with grab rails
- Wheelchair accessible
- Entire unit located on ground floor
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Heated pool
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Opening times
- Open all year
- All ages welcome
- Pool/Beach towels
- Pool bar
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
- Opening times
- Open all year
- Suitable for kids
- Shallow end
- Waterslide
- Pool/Beach towels
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Beach umbrellas
- Kids' pool
- Fitness
- Full-body massage
- Hand massage
- Couples' massage
- Foot massage
- Neck massage
- Back massage
- Spa/Wellness packages
- Spa lounge/Relaxation area
- Steam room
- Spa facilities
- Beach umbrellas
- Beach chairs/Loungers
- Waterslide
- Turkish/Steam Bath
- Hot tub/Jacuzzi
- MassageAdditional charge
- Spa
- Fitness center
- Sauna
- English
- Spanish
- Portuguese
Cancellation/
prepayment
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.
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
The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Vila Gale Albacora accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.
The fine print
Access to hot tub, sauna and Turkish bath is limited to people aged over 16 years.
Please note that when booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Please note that for all reservations including dinner supplements, drinks are not included.
Please be advised that, due to coronavirus (COVID-19), some hotel services such as breakfast, lunch, dinner, gym and indoor pool must be booked in advance.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are 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.
It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.
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.
Please inform Vila Gale Albacora 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: 1047