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Reviews of Albufeira Marina Villa by Umbral

Rua das Laranjeiras 23 B, 8200-110 Albufeira, Portugal

#1063 of 2,076 vacation rentals in Albufeira

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Review Score

Based on 18 hotel reviews

8.0

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.2

  • Comfort

    8.2

  • Location

    9.4

  • Facilities

    8.3

  • Staff

    8.7

  • Value for money

    8.0

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  • Reviewed: September 3, 2024

    9.0
    Lovely Stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Only one thing that I could see improved and that is the comfiness of the beds/pillows.

    The property was very clean, unbelievable location, 10 mins walk to old town, 5 mins to the beach and 2 mins to a supermarket, but far enough that it was quite at night. The pool was also extremely nice with sun all day. Hostesses were also very nice.

    Stayed in September 2024

  • Reviewed: August 26, 2024

    8.0
    Good, relaxing stay with great host.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights

    Lack of shade by the poolside and the balcony (sunny throughout the day and can get quite hot during peak summer). Additional parasols would help greatly. Only 1 key for the villa, so need to plan ahead if occupants have different activities.

    Location near the marina was great, since most of the activities (cave/dolphin tours, watersport, etc. starts at the marina). There is a supermarket/bakery around the corner from the villa - cheap and tasty breakfast/coffee. Spacious, big pool and kitchen equipped with most amenities (except dishwasher). We brought washing up liquid, sponge, paper towels for cleaning up and clothes peg to hold the clothes down in windy conditions.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: August 5, 2024

    8.0
    Excellent holiday!!
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 10 nights

    The only small issue was one of the bedrooms didn't have a mirror and the doulble room didn't have a wardrobe

    The pool area was amazing and had the sun all day. The villa was located in a very quiet area mid way between the Marina and the old town. The hosts were very helpful and linen and towels were changed mid way during our stay.

    Stayed in August 2024

  • Reviewed: June 29, 2024

    9.0
    Isobel was a great host who looked after us well
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Had to purchase everything needed including washing up liquid and cloths which we left there Beds a little hard for our liking

    Location was superb, clean , great facilities

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: June 11, 2024

    9.0
    Wonderful
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Na

    The pool was stunning.

    Stayed in June 2024

  • Reviewed: August 16, 2023

    9.0
    lovely villa
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    In need of extra pillows on beds

    It’s local to Marina and Old Town Square

    Stayed in July 2023

  • Reviewed: June 27, 2023

    9.0
    We had an amazing week her very chilled
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There was no welcome pack not even a bottle of water in the fridge no basic stuff like salt washing up liquid or oven gloves scissors or pizza cutter

    Great location excellent set up comfortable and clean

    Stayed in June 2023

  • Reviewed: August 30, 2025

    10
    Great apartment, very spacious. Close enough to everything. Lovely pool.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 10 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Everything

    Stayed in August 2025

  • Reviewed: April 24, 2025

    3.0
    This building is just not fit for habitation at present time
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 8 nights

    It is not a villa but top floor of a building - there is another 'villa' underneath it. You can stay in this 'villa' up to 8 am in the morning, and then you really have to leave, because every day at that time building work starts downstairs, complete with electric hammer drill removing structural walls below. Out of curiosity I took a few pics of new cracks apearing every day on walls from the vibration and impact. Then there are no traps underneath sinks in kitchen and bathrooms (see photos), so sewer gases: hydrogen sulfide, ammonia, methane and other seep into this 'villa'. You can smell hydrogen sulfide particularly well (rotten eggs) and these gases are toxic for humans. They are explosive as well, but hob is induction and no smoking in house, so all shall survive staying there. I was travelling with my parents and kids, pretty exhausted, wanted a few days off without having to deal with another challenge (I have enough fun dealing with building safety as part of my job), so rather than calling the municipality (it is a violation of building codes), I opened all windows to ensure this toxic mix is ventilated. It was pretty cold (mid April), so not ideal, especially that there were only four blankets provided for guests (it is a six person house), but we survived sleeping there for a couple of days. On day one you need to take a hike to the shop round the corner to get bin bags and toilet paper (one of each was provided, thank you). There is nowhere to take the rubish out, nor anybody removes it, so be prepared to keep this stuff inside for the duration of your stay, otherwise seagulls will rip the bags apart if left outside just like racoons do that in New York or foxes in London. I read great reviews about this villa on booking.com, my kids were happy, my parents were happy to see my kids, that is all that matters, but these missing traps must be installed prior to any future rentals of this place.

    Excellent location, pool in front of house and great patio overlooking the ocean at back. Very clean, necessary items in kitchen provided. Awesome grill outside. Parking space, but note if you are renting a SUV/large car you wont be able to close the gate with the car parked in. Every morning at 6 am personnel turns on the jets in pool, you wont miss it, they will wake up your kids repeatedly slamming the metal door to machine room, but not running these jets overninght it is good for the environment, so all good, and, on reflection, waking kids up on holidays as if it was school term is good to keep routine going. The pool is really clean/well kept, I wish it was warmer outside so we could use it at least once during our stay. I am sure it is awesome in summer though!

    Stayed in April 2025

  • Reviewed: October 16, 2024

    10
    Isabel the owner was great !!
    • Leisure trip
    • Travelers with friends
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Great property and location

    Stayed in October 2024

  • Reviewed: June 1, 2024

    6.0
    Pleasant
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    The photos are misleading on booking.com. shows two different properties, which was one of the reasons for booking. The pool area has no shade in the way of umbrellas.

    The Villa was very clean and tidy in a great location. Supermarket was just around the corner and a short journey to lovely beeches and the Old Town of Albufeira.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: September 10, 2023

    10
    Exceptional
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    A beautiful villa for a family holiday. Lots of space and excellent facilities. The pool area was superb! The location was perfect...15 minute walking distance from both the marina and Albulfeira town. The shop and local bar around the corner were very convenient.

    Stayed in September 2023

  • Reviewed: August 18, 2023

    10
    Significantly enjoyed by all
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Nothing

    Location was excellent

    Stayed in August 2023

  • Reviewed: September 28, 2022

    5.0
    Nice villa let down by a few basics
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 8 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Cheap outdoor furniture with no cushions, parasols that don't fit the bases provided so are therefore just useless umbrellas, both shower holders broken, both shower drains blocked, stinking kitchen drain, broken front door handle, tiny rubbish bin, no washing materials provided such as washing up liquid or laundry detergent, and finally rude hosts on arrival, however, they soon changed their tune after I contacted booking.com the very moment we arrived for a partial refund (which was provided so thanks booking.com) - I'd like to say this was the state of the property on arrival and it was bad enough that booking.com provided compensation, if the host replies to this review trying to justify the state of the property take it with a pinch of salt.

    The pool, the BBQ, Aircon in every bedroom, the terrace overlooking the marina, just enough crockery/cutlery/pans/pots to get the job done, towels were exchanged for fresh ones frequently and the location is quiet with easy access to main areas.

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: September 17, 2022

    10
    Amazing Last Minute Find!
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 12 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    Beautiful Villa with amazing pool and spotlessly clean throughout. Host was delightful 😊

    Stayed in September 2022

  • Reviewed: July 18, 2025

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in July 2025

  • Reviewed: September 20, 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Three-Bedroom House
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted from a mobile device

    There are no comments available for this review

    Stayed in September 2024

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