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São Rafael Holidays

3.0 star property
Guesthouse with a rooftop terrace, a short walk to Sao Rafael Beach

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3 bedrooms, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi
Superior Double Room, Sea View | Beach/ocean view
Just a short distance from Albufeira Old Town Square, São Rafael Holidays features an outdoor pool, rooftop terrace, and garden. Guests enjoy in-room WiFi while multilingual staff plan activities. Convenient bike rentals and tour assistance help explore the area.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AED 524
AED 573 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Oct - 24 Oct

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3 bedrooms
  • 100 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Ocean Villa with Private Pool

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Exceptional
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Furnished balcony
Private pool
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
2 bedrooms
  • 150 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room, Partial Sea View | 3 bedrooms, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room, Partial Sea View

8.8 out of 10
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Air conditioning
Plasma TV
3 bedrooms
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Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
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  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View | 3 bedrooms, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Duplex, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

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Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
  • 80 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Palm Villa, 3 bedrooms

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
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Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
3 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 130 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

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Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2013
Separate bedroom
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Palm Villa Plus, 3 bedrooms

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Furnished balcony
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
3 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Double Bed and 4 Twin Beds

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Superior Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2014
3 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Double Room | 3 bedrooms, in-room safe, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
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Highlights

Air conditioning
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2014
3 bedrooms
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
Plasma TV
Renovated in 2013
  • 90 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room with Partial Sea View

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Two-Bedroom Duplex with Sea View

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Double Room with Sea View

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  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

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Urb. Sao Rafael Lote 26 Fase II, Albufeira, 8200-613

What's nearby

  • Sao Rafael Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Albufeira Marina - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Peneco Beach - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Albufeira Old Town Square - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • The Strip - 7 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 15 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Castello Di Norcia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪el barrio - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Gate 4 café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fat Cats - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Tasca Portuguesa - ‬2 min drive

About this property

São Rafael Holidays

Guesthouse near Sao Rafael Beach
Close to Albufeira Marina, São Rafael Holidays provides amenities like a rooftop terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Bike rentals, multilingual staff, and tour/ticket assistance
  • A front-desk safe and concierge services
  • Guest reviews say great things about the first-rate property condition
Room features
All guestrooms at São Rafael Holidays have thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Rainfall showers and hair dryers
  • LED light bulbs and limited housekeeping

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (weekly)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Designated smoking areas
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Local culture and ecosystem education
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Plasma TV

More

  • Air conditioning
  • LED lighting
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Sao Rafael Guest House, Estrada do Aldeamento Sao Rafael, Lot 26]
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 120.0 per night

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

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 120.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge

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, debit card, or cash deposit 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 credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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
Property Registration Number AlojLocal/2013/139

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Vidamar São Rafael Villas Apartments GuestHouse Albufeira
São Rafael Luxury Villas Albufeira
São Rafael Luxury Villas Apartment
São Rafael Luxury Villas Apartment Albufeira
São Rafael Villas
Vidamar São Rafael Villas Apartments GuestHouse
São Rafael Villas Apartments GuestHouse Apartment Albufeira
São Rafael Villas Apartments GuestHouse Apartment
São Rafael Villas Apartments GuestHouse Albufeira
São Rafael Villas Apartments GuestHouse
São Rafael Villas Apartments
São Rafael Luxury Villas

Frequently asked questions

Does São Rafael Holidays have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is São Rafael Holidays pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at São Rafael Holidays?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at São Rafael Holidays?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at São Rafael Holidays?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is São Rafael Holidays located?

Situated near the beach, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Arrifes Beach and Sao Rafael Beach. Albufeira Old Town Square is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

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Reviews

São Rafael Holidays Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.2

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 165 out of 252 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 66 out of 252 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 252 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 252 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 252 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

grigoriy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, away from the business of Albufeira old town
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Evi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Zeer mooi appartement, dicht bij strand, wel wat verder van winkels en restaurants
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property and location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. It is walking distance to the beach. The food in the area is excellent. The people were approachable and friendly. The staff was easily reachable, responsive, and helped us navigate the town. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was not expecting how big this place was- a nice surprise! It was great to be able to do laundry too. Very clean, quiet and comfortable. Less than a 10 min walk to 3 nearby beaches. Check in was nice and everyone was super friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hat einfach alles gepasst dort. 11 von 10 Sternen
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rashel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very beautiful place for its price! View and community was so nice! No parking on site but not far away either! Staff was kind! Very beautiful place and accommodated breakfast to go for us which was very sweet!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stunning facility. Villa was amazing. Can’t recommend enough
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Villa was very modern and had all the amenities
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly staff very quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Get stay at a lovely Portugal beach !
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant little place and great service Could do with a little music playing at breakfast and some non-dairy milk options but otherwise faultless stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dijon

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed in the villas with a private pool and it was absolutely phenomenal. The suite itself is absolutely beautiful, clean and well-maintained and so much space for at least six people, and it was just me and my friend. We are definitely planning our stay back here as the staff was also extremely helpful and kind.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chinecherem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really loved this place. The staff were incredible and so kind, they really went out of their way to make sure that I felt comfortable. If I had any concerns it has adressed in a matter of minutes, and fixed promptly. The resort itself is very beautiful as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ashkan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Apartments in ordentlichem Zustand und gepflegt. Liegt fußläufig ca 5 Minuten zur Praia Sao Rafael. Auch der PoolBereich ist einladend.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely stay

Lovely villas. Very spacious and comfortable and clean. Lovely quiet area and close to the beach. I would recommend a car.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Uljana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Second time staying in this hotel on my business trip. Great location and overall wonderful experience, definitely recommend. Thank you for the hospitality!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Girls trip

Villa was nice and clear with everything we needed. Inc towels and toiletries. Starting to need a little tlc. Lots of lights didnt work, stair rail was wobbly. Pool needed some attention Very peaceful area, nice sea view from top floor However we really enjoyed our stay. Close to lovely beaches Supermarkets close by are very basic. We travelled into town every night for entertainment
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JOHN WALTER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, reception very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Uljana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay when in Albufeira. Within walking distance to the beautiful beach Sao Rafael. Great service, quiet, secure, feels like home. Good dining options nearby. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good breakfast selection and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

MOUAIAD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Anastasiia and Patricia are awesome.. very welcoming and friendly reception checked me in early.. room is very clean and well equipped
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness
It is up on a hill by the ocean but view only from 1 room - a bedroom. When we arrived, we found heating the pool costs $20/day extra and takes over 3 days to heat. No protection from neighbors noise -- e.g. barking dog, conversations...
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025