Located near Albufeira Old Town Square, Ondamar Hotel offers a refined escape with a spa tub and hot stone massages. Kids enjoy a dedicated pool and mini golf. The property features two restaurants, a garden, laundry facilities, and high-speed WiFi throughout.
Located in Albufeira, Ondamar Hotel is near the beach. Balaia Golf Village and Albufeira Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Praia dos Alemães and Oura Beach. Traveling with kids? Consider Vilamoura Tennis Center, or check out an event or a game at Albufeira Bullring. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving, water skiing, and parasailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our Albufeira travel guide
Urbanização Areias de S. João, Lote 20, Albufeira, 8200-284
What's nearby
Praia dos Alemães
7 min walk - 0.6 km
The Strip
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Oura Beach
15 min walk - 1.3 km
Peneco Beach
18 min walk - 1.6 km
Albufeira Old Town Square
2 min drive - 1.9 km
Getting around
Albufeira - Ferreiras Station
10 min drive
Faro Intl. Airport (FAO)
43 min drive
Restaurants
Clay Oven
8 min walk
Lá Em Casa
10 min walk
Dulci Caffé
7 min walk
O Jorge
8 min walk
Pastelaria Marinela
6 min walk
About this property
Ondamar Hotel
Along with 2 restaurants, this smoke-free aparthotel has an outdoor pool and a fitness center. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and a hot tub are onsite. Each apartment features free WiFi and a kitchenette with a refrigerator, a stovetop, and a microwave. Added amenities include a furnished balcony, an LED TV, and room service.
Ondamar Hotel offers 91 accommodations with air conditioning. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Accommodations at this 4-star aparthotel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and bidets.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). LED televisions are featured in guestrooms. Irons/ironing boards and hair dryers can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
An outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.
Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials.
Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 17 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
Room service (limited hours)
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Bidet
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels provided
Entertainment
LED TV
Outdoor areas
Furnished balcony
Garden
Terrace
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Elevator
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board on request
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Safe at front desk
Tour and ticket assistance
Things to do
Bicycle rentals
Children's pool
Gym
Mini golf
Racquetball/squash
Bicycle rentals nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Scuba diving nearby
Water skiing nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
1 building
6 floors
91 units
Bicycle rentals
Built in 1995
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Renovations and closures
The property is closed between February 5 and March 31.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property
Property payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Breakage deposit: EUR 400 per stay
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 17 for adults and EUR 8.50 for children
Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Parties and events are allowed on site
Long-term renters welcome
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
We should mention
This property caters to LGBTQ+ guests
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property
Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, and hot tub with adult supervision
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Hotel Ondamar
Ondamar
Ondamar Albufeira
Ondamar Hotel
Ondamar Hotel Albufeira
Ondamar Aparthotel Albufeira, Portugal - Algarve
Ondamar Aparthotel Hotel Albufeira
Ondamar Hotel Albufeira, Portugal - Algarve
Ondamar Hotel Albufeira
Ondamar Hotel Aparthotel
Ondamar Hotel Aparthotel Albufeira
Frequently asked questions
Does Ondamar Hotel have a pool?
Yes, this property has an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
How much does it cost to stay at Ondamar Hotel?
As of 11 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Ondamar Hotel on 27 March 2026 start from AED 370, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
Is Ondamar Hotel pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.
What time is check-in at Ondamar Hotel?
Check-in start time: 5:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Ondamar Hotel?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Ondamar Hotel located?
This family-friendly Albufeira aparthotel is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of International Health Centers Albufeira, Praia dos Alemães, and The Strip. Albufeira Old Town Square and Oura Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Ondamar Hotel Reviews
8.2
Very Good
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8.6
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
8.6
Staff & service
7.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 163 reviews
10 - Excellent
58
Rating 8 - Good. 72 out of 163 reviews
8 - Good
72
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 163 reviews
6 - Okay
22
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 163 reviews
4 - Poor
6
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 163 reviews
2 - Terrible
5
Reviews
8/10 Good
Caroline
27 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
I like how it fit my family of 6 and the front desk agents had great customer service.
Caroline
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
8 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Very clean hotel, rooms cleaned daily, towels and supplies provided daily. Pool area always clean and tidy.
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveler
14 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Portugal 2023
We have stuck with Ondamar for out last few visits the rooms spacious, the location is between the strip and old town gorgeous beach short walk away (taxi back) lovely grounds
Verified traveler
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
8/10 Good
John
11 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Hotel if fine but deposit policy is a farce
Nothing at all wrong with the hotel, it's nice and comfortable and the room was clean and tidy. Pool is lovely too although we spent most of our stay out and about in town.
My gripe is that the deposit they require they insisted in paying in cash. The paperwork was not clear on this and I expected to be able to do this on a card and they money to be held on that until we left.
As a result this cleaned me out of the cash I brought on the trip, in fact I had to lend some off someone else, and then on the last day they hand it back to you. Not much good now I'm leaving!
Not sure if this was because we were an all male party but it was very unusual and the staff acted cagily when we checked in.
The hotel was a sad place to be, with zero atmosphere or ambiance. the check in staff looked unhappy, it was dark, everything was locked and most of the hotel isn't in use. It's noisy, because there there is hard surfaces everywhere, so the sound bounces.
The one positive, was the rooms. They had been renovated and looked "fairly new" but the bathrooms was still cheap, lacked light and nicer fixtures and fittings. The bed was comfy and the water was hot and we had a little kitchen area which is obviously good for longer stays.
We we told that they dont cater for groups, stag or hen parties, but that's all we seemed to find at the pool. Loud, drunk, youngsters, shouting and screaming. It was an uncomfortable place to be, so much so, we left immediately.
I can see the hotel looked like it was a great place to be, but it's just a sad, dark place with no life to it. I'm glad we were only staying for one night, because we couldn't wait to get out of there.
Thomas
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Niamh
18 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Fab hotel
Very clean and brilliant location
Niamh
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lee
29 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Honest review
Hotel is very good, good location but check in took forever. Rooms are very spacious. Pool is a good size. Pints of beer/cider 5 euro a pint.
Chinese across the road very nice.
Lee
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
4/10 Poor
Mike
5 August 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Came up on family friendly option but was full of noisy drunken stag do’s. The rooms were run down and dirty like most of the hotel - what food there was was overpriced and frankly disgusting. It’s a budget option so don’t be put off if that’s all you need but we found other, better places for the same price nearby
Great location, walking distance to most places. Good size pool with plenty of beds available. Restaurant closed unfortunately and pool snack bar is expensive.
Billy
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
James
19 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great stay for 3 nights rooms were big and clean and good value for money compared to other options in the area. Only real complaint was that the bar staff beside the pool were quite slow!
James
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Faye
3 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great, comfortable stay
A group of us stayed for 3 nights and all of us were very happy with the hotel, the service we received and the excellent location.
The beds and umbrellas around the pool area seem to be recently updated, the entire hotel was spotlessly clean, reception staff were friendly and helpful. The beds were very comfortable (We stayed in the pool studios).
We did have some noise from other guests, and we could hear noise from other rooms, but it is to be expected due to the location, it is close to the strip. Whilst it is close to the Strip it is also far enough away that you can relax and feel remove from it.
Would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in Albufeira!
Faye
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Miranda
2 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Family of 4 - August 2025
August 2025, family of 4 stayed in a two bedroom apartment on the second floor.
First time in Portugal I really didn’t know where to choose to stay, mixed reviews about the accommodation but I just went with it.
Lovely friendly staff, beautiful pool, great location and the apartment was clean, spacious, kitchen well equipped and the apartment cleaned daily. Some parts of the hotel could do with being modernised but it really wasn’t a big deal.
The safe was located beside reception and easy to access 24/7.
The pool had a mix of majority families and a few groups of girls and fellas in their 20/30s, no issues with unacceptable behaviour at all, everyone was just enjoying themselves. Some families there were saying it was their second or third year coming back.
There is a pool bar which serves drinks and snacks.
The strip was a 7 minute walk, the old town a 25 minute walk and the beach 15 min walk. Ubers between 3-4 euro so easy to get about if you don’t fancy walking.
So in summary an enjoyable stay at the Ondamar, good location, safe environment and lovely staff.
Miranda
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Jennifer
23 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, communication
We came close to the end of October. The indoor pool heater was broken which made even that pool not very enjoyable. And the outside temperature has not been great for swimming outdoors. The 2 bedroom apartment was clean and spacious for a family of 5. The beds were very uncomfortable and the noise was very loud from restaurants and bar near hotel till 2am. Which made it hard to sleep. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. It’s in a nice location.
Jennifer
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022
2/10 Terrible
Jordan
18 June 2023
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Do not go to this hotel
Do not stay in this hotel under any circumstances. We’d booked a room of 4 with 4 single beds around 6 months before our trip. We turned up and checked into the room and there were 2 singles and the other two “beds” were a leather sofa that didn’t even pull out as a bed and also a mattress on the floor.
When I went down to reception to complain, I was told there was nothing they could do. I even opened hotels.com and found other rooms on there and requested they put two of us in there and they said they couldn’t.
Completely un acceptable and ruined our holiday
Jordan
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
2/10 Terrible
ray
9 May 2023
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, communication
Firstly the beds are really uncomfortable and sleeping was tough enough but add stags parties into the mix having parties on their balconies until 7 am sleep became an added bonus. The complex overall needs some TLC as lots of minor things need fixing, door handles, lights switches and toilets to name but a few. The pool area is nice and clean the gardener does a great job of clearing loose leaves at 8 am every day with his exceptionally loud leaf blower but thats ok because he might wake up the stags party which finished an hour previous. The only dining option open at the time was the poolside bar all other indoor options were closed even though it is May, ordering a drink here became a challenge as they ran out of draft beer and when offered the option of a bottled beer this was taken however, this beer is usually served with lemon or lime inserted but regrettable neither fruit was available. The staff seem to be disinterested in the guests and rarely engage in a meaningful way when approached at the desk. Overall Ondamar although a nice building it needs some care and attention.
ray
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Anna
28 September 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication
Ágætt
Það var aðeins einn stóll à svölunum sem er óásættanlegt, starfsfólkið gat ekkert gert. Við fórum og keyptum nýjan stól. Enginn tappi í baðinu og bara hægt að fara í sturtu. Ekki hægt að fá tappa.
Snyrtilegt hótel en of há tónlist í garðinum.
Nel generale buono. Bella la piscina e ha anche una buona palestra. La pulizia è superficiale e minima, potrebbe migliorare. Personale attento e disponibile.
Roberto
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
6/10 Okay
Adelina
12 August 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Bon accueil, mais quelques points à améliorer.
Le nettoyage de notre studio n’a pas été effectué correctement. Nous avons demandé à l’accueil ce que comprenait exactement le service de ménage. Nous avons signalé que la table n’avait pas été nettoyée, le cendrier n’avait pas été vidé, et la vaisselle n’était pas faite. Seuls le lit avait été refait et un rapide passage de l’aspirateur semblait avoir été fait.
De plus, le pommeau de douche était cassé. Il serait utile de vérifier le bon fonctionnement de vos installations avant l’arrivée des clients.
L’état général du lieu est plutôt mitigé, avec de nombreux signes d’usure.
Les transats sont réservés par des serviettes dès 7h30 du matin, ce qui rend impossible d’en trouver un à 10h. Cela a limité notre capacité à profiter pleinement de la piscine avec notre bébé, faute de pouvoir trouver de l’ombre.
Le pataugeoire n’est pas nettoyé régulièrement, bien que des enfants y jouent. Un petit coup de filet serait apprécié.
Il serait également utile de placer un règlement dans les chambres pour éviter que des jeunes alcoolisés crient dans les couloirs à 2h du matin.
En ce qui concerne le rapport qualité-prix, je pense qu’il pourrait être amélioré. À ce prix, il est possible de trouver mieux ailleurs.
Cependant, nous avons tout de même passé un bon séjour malgré ces désagréments.
Adelina
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Moncef
1 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Gute Aufenthalt beo Ondamar
Moncef
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Michael
5 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Hervorragend
Michael
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
4/10 Poor
MARCOS
27 August 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Regular
Hotel muy viejo. Necesita una reforma o que le quiten un par de estrellas. Instalaciones de piscinas exterior buenas. Limpieza bien.
MARCOS
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
4/10 Poor
Peter
10 August 2022
Liked: Communication
En hotel langt fra sin storhedstid
Jeg synes hotelet og værelset især var meget dårligt holdt det var mange år siden der vr brugt penge - tid på vedligehold.
Morgenmaden var meget basic og ikke særlig lækker - meget primitiv. Kolde æg og meget smagsløst.
Pool området fint - folk ligger håndklæder ud osv.... meget rodet.
Flinkt og sødt personale - meget hjælpsomt.
Peter
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2022
2/10 Terrible
Amanda
26 June 2022
We had a very negative experience at this hotel. All through the night people are out on their balconies drinking and being loud. People come back to the hotel late and are very loud in the hallways. We also had housekeeping come into our room twice with the do not disturb sign hanging. One time I was changing in the middle of the living room. No knock on the door. The other time we were gone and came in to the room being cleaned, which we didn’t want. We also had a broken hair dryer and were told they couldn’t replace it, it had to be repaired. We had to have a bedside lamp switched out three times because we kept getting broken ones. When we went for breakfast our final day, one person stayed behind to go later. When she went she was told that because the other people in the room went to breakfast already her food was already provided and she couldn’t have anything. Not even a cup of coffee! No one told us anything at breakfast. We said three people at the time! We asked to leave after the first night and be refunded so we could stay somewhere else. The manager refused. I would only recommend this place if you stay up late and are okay with noise. I would never recommend it otherwise.
Amanda
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Mathew
15 June 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication
Great hotel, good location, very clean!
Hotel was very good, staff in reception were polite. Rooms were very clean. My only comment would be that the security around the pool over the weekend stopping people playing with a light weight ball in the pool was a bit much! Overall we had a great stay and i would return.
Mathew
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Kelly
23 May 2022
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication