Real Bellavista Hotel & Spa, Albufeira Portugal

★   ★   ★    ★

A quality orientated property, in a slightly off centre location, away from the beach in an unexciting residential area.

The quality furnishings and decor add style and character to the property, which has a larger and prestigious operation nearer the coast at Santa Eulalia.

Attracts couples from all over Europe who seek a peaceful and relaxing base away from the hubbub of the main resort centre.

Exterior

A modern and unexciting 6-storey white painted block with wide, airy balconies and a wide off street, glass panelled entrance.

Property type: Hotel

Balcony/Terrace: All rooms

Storeys: 6

Built Year: 2002

Exterior: Block

Interior

The comfortable and stylish interior is inviting and warm in appearance with many typical Portuguese designs and artworks on display.

The large marble clad lobby has a welcoming reception desk and a seating area. Stairs and a lift lead down to a large and tastefully designed buffet restaurant with tall windows looking out on to the pool.

The bar is again well arranged and congenial, with a small entertainment area.

A well-equipped spa is one of the property’s main features and offers a wide range of treatments.

Rooms: 195

Grounds

The pool is rather small for the number of rooms, especially when remembering the distance from the beach. There are neat and well-tended lawns but a limited amount of space for unhindered relaxation.

The terrace is sparse and sterile looking although there is an amphitheatre-like structure for open-air entertainment. A bowling green is also available and a bridge over the pool adds a little style and interest.

Location

Area Type: In a relatively quiet area, 200m from a sports stadium in a slightly raised location behind the main resort area. There are numerous private apartment buildings in the immediate vicinity with a few local shops and snack bars on offer. Otherwise, it is necessary to venture down to the resort centre, 500m away, and across the main dual carriageway. A courtesy bus operates to the old town and beach.

Nearest beach: 2km (Inatel)

Map Ref: 49