Cerro Branco, Albufeira Portugal

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A pleasant and well-landscaped self-catering operation which enjoys attractive views over Albufeira’s old town area and towards the sea.

The relatively close proximity of a variety of snack outlets, restaurants and shops compensates for the lack of amenities within the complex.

The mature and well-established grounds involve many steps which may well prove difficult for less agile travellers. Guests should check their arrangements for key collection if arriving out of hours.

Exterior

A series of 3 conventional and modern looking white fronted blocks, located either side of the road. Some cascading vegetation adds a little style to the rather mundane appearance and numerous sets of steep stairways connect the accommodation and pool areas. Each apartment has a wide airy balcony with a metal railing.

Property type: Apartments

Balcony/Terrace: All

Storeys: 6

Built Year: 1988

Exterior: Staggered Blocks

Interior

A tiny reception area has limited opening times whilst a relatively spacious and functional bar overlooks the pool.

Rooms: 66

Grounds

Steep steps monopolise the grounds, especially amongst the lower level accommodation areas. The gardens are well maintained and attractive with many flowering shrubs and plants. There is a limited supply of sun-loungers and shade around the sizeable pool.

Location

Area Type: Located 500m N of Albufeira’s old town area, in a calm, elevated crescent, surrounded by apartment blocks with a selection of shops and a supermarket on the main dual carriage way from 150m away. The trek to the beach is down a rather steep slope and a series of steps. Bus stop 180m.

Nearest beach: 1km (Pescadores)

Public Transport:
180m to Bus

Map Ref: 23