Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza

In Albufeira’s Balaia area on Portugal’s Algarve coast. Steps from Praia da Santa Eulália and Praia da Maria Luísa, a short stroll to Praia da Oura and about 2 km from the sandbank islands at Olhos de Água. A family-friendly apartment hotel roughly 3–5 km from central Albufeira and the Montechoro strip.

A contemporary apart hotel set amid landscaped gardens with panoramic Atlantic views. Apartments come with kitchenettes, air conditioning, flat-screen TV, fridge and hairdryer; safes are available for an extra charge and rooms are cleaned regularly (about six times/week). Elevator access keeps things easy for all ages.

Dive into a large outdoor freeform pool, relax at the indoor pool or let kids splash in their own pool surrounded by vast sun terraces. Health club offers sauna and massage treatments (extra), plus a tennis court, excursions desk, car and bicycle hire, poolside bar and seasonal pool hours. Free on-site parking and a 24‑hour front desk make arrivals and day trips simple—wake up to sea-breeze mornings and hit the sand in minutes.

Free Wi‑Fi across the property and internet connections in apartments. 24‑hour reception, luggage storage, a convenience store on site and free parking for guests.

An on-site restaurant and bar serve casual meals with poolside drinks available. Venture into nearby Albufeira for plenty of seafood and Portuguese regional flavors at local restaurants.