Hotel Balaia Mar & Apartamentos da Balaia

On Portugal’s sun-soaked southern coast in Albufeira, right by Maria Luisa Beach and a short walk from Santa Eulalia Beach and Parque Aventura. The resort sits about 4 km from Albufeira city centre, perfect for beach days and town exploring.

A resort of hotel rooms and self-catering apartments set amid extensive gardens. Rooms are warmly decorated and come with a TV and mini-bar, with apartment options that work well for families.

Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and head straight to the sand. On-site bar and restaurant, free Wi-Fi across the property and free parking. Kids’ playrooms, a tour desk and transfer service keep things easy, plus laundry, dry cleaning, a safe-deposit box and an elevator for accessibility.

Taste local Portuguese and Algarve flavors in the on-site restaurant, then unwind with drinks at the laid-back bar after a day on the beach.