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About this property

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Modern Comforts: ExcelStay - Balaia in Albufeira offers a recently renovated apartment with air-conditioning, a terrace, and a balcony. Guests enjoy free WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, and a private bathroom. Leisure Facilities: The property features a sun terrace, garden, seasonal outdoor swimming pool, and a games room. Additional amenities include a pool bar, coffee shop, and outdoor seating area. Dining Experience: The family-friendly restaurant serves Italian, Mediterranean, Portuguese, local, international, and European cuisines, including barbecue grill. Prime Location: Located 38 km from Faro Airport, the apartment is a 3-minute walk from Maria Luísa Beach. Nearby attractions include Albufeira Old Town Square (6 km) and Algarve Shopping Centre (11 km). Surfing is available in the surroundings.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.0 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

    • Free private parking available on-site


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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Living room
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Finola
    Ireland Ireland
    Clean, airy Spacious apartment in a great location - short walk to beach. Full access to hotel pools & bar. Everything was provided in the apartment. Balcony was like an additional room - so cosy & comfortable . Walking distance to Albuferia &...
  • Vojtkova
    Slovakia Slovakia
    Natália is a caring and loving host. We felt really fine in the apartment. Highly recommended for families with kids, everything you might need during your stay in the apartment (even books, toys, board games, beach towels, ...) is available! We...
  • Tryggvi
    Iceland Iceland
    Very nice and clean apartment and the hos was duper nice and helpful, highly recommend
  • Miroslav
    Slovakia Slovakia
    Apartment is very cozy and spacious , well equiped. There are two beaches in walking distance ,private parking is available. We spent there nice time. Natalia is really wonderful.
  • Andrea
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely big apartment with a large terrace. The place is equipped with everything you could possibly need for a self catering holiday. Special mention to the hosts, I think they deserve an award for their hosting skills and attention to detail 🙂
  • Caitriona
    Ireland Ireland
    Apartment had everything you could need, was in a fantastic location. 10 minute walk to the beach, access to the hotel amenities, convenience store and pharmacy across the road. Spacious rooms and had something for every member of the family Host...
  • Samantha
    Ireland Ireland
    The host was more than helpful and made are stay extra special with all the personal touches. Very comfortable and loads of everything you need for a happy hasel free holiday
  • Jamie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Excellent in every way. Just refurbished so like new. The outdoor area was amazing to relax.
  • Ceres
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The apartment was great and had everything you needed and more. We loved bar Julia on the beach nearby. Our host was fantastic and helped with everything we needed.
  • Laura
    Netherlands Netherlands
    The apartment was great, beyond our expectation. Our contact with host Natalia was also fantastic.

Quality rating

Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 4 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Particular

9.9
Host review score
Particular
We have 2 apartments near Maria Luisa Beach, at Apartamentos da Balaia Resort. All of the apartments are very good for families, like ours - we have 4 kids. Everything needed for a good vacation period is near by, beach at walking distance, restaurants, supermarket, bar and lounge with billiards and tv, 24 hour reception opened for any kind of support needed.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Restaurants

4 restaurants on site
  • Restaurante Bar da Julia (Beach Restaurant)
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean • Portuguese • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
  • Restaurante 3 Marias
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean • Portuguese • Local • International • Grill/BBQ
  • Pizzeria Aroma di Mare
    • Cuisine
      Italian • Mediterranean • European • Grill/BBQ
  • Portobello (Pizzas)
    • Cuisine
      Italian • Mediterranean • International • Grill/BBQ

House rules

ExcelStay - Balaia takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:30
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 00:00 to 11:00
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 option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

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.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform ExcelStay - Balaia in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

License number: 67982/AL;68002/AL;68008/AL

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

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