Jardins da Balaia  

On Portugal’s Algarve coast in Albufeira, this aparthotel sits by the sea near Santa Eulalia Beach and Balaia Golf Village. It’s a short drive from Albufeira Old Town, Oura Beach and family-friendly attractions like Parque Aventura and the Albufeira Bullring.

Choose from 59 air-conditioned rooms and apartments, many with full kitchens (fridges, stovetops and some ovens), private furnished balconies or patios and flat-screen TVs. Décor is simple and local, with apartment-style layouts that feel like compact flats—great for longer stays or self-catering breaks.

Two outdoor pools, a poolside bar and a swim-up bar set the scene for lazy days. There’s an outdoor tennis court, bikes to rent, barbecue grills, a terrace and garden, plus a complimentary beach shuttle. Expect sea-breeze mornings and easy access to diving and massage services on site.

Complimentary wireless internet on the property keeps you connected. The aparthotel also offers dry cleaning and laundry services, luggage storage and free self-parking; airport shuttle and train-station pick-up are available for a surcharge.

An on-site restaurant serves satisfying meals with garden views. Sip cocktails at the bar/lounge, grab snacks at the coffee shop/café or keep it casual at the poolside and swim-up bars.