The Best Hotels Closest to Sao Rafael Beach in Algarve for 2026

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A two-story building with a white facade and teal trim. It features multiple windows, a balcony, and a brick base.

An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, a herringbone-patterned floor, and string lights.

A modern interior with a patterned floor, tables, chairs, and large windows.

1. Atlantic Bliss

2.5 km from Sao Rafael Beach

James

NT$4,091

NT$4,485 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A courtyard with outdoor seating, a stone wall, and potted plants.

A kitchen with a long countertop, various kitchen utensils, and a red cutting board.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a wooden headboard. There is a bathroom visible through an open door.

A kitchen with a brick fireplace, modern appliances, and a tiled backsplash.

2. Lost & Found - Guesthouse & Suites

1.9 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Andrés

NT$2,834

NT$3,153 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

3. Vila Gale Collection Praia Hotel

3.1 km from Sao Rafael Beach

MIKE

NT$9,214

NT$9,915 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 10 - Sep 11

A resort with a large circular pool surrounded by palm trees, overlooking the sea.

An aerial view of a resort with a central building surrounded by palm trees and a coastline.

A deck with modern seating, a large white lamp, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

4. Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

0.5 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Alexandre

NT$11,793

NT$12,650 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

A balcony with a view of the sea, a pool, and a lounge area with seating.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a seating area with a patterned rug.

An outdoor seating area with chairs and tables, a sign reading "AIR", and a view of the sea.

A bar area with multiple hanging green glass chandeliers, a bar counter with stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

5. W Algarve

2 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Albert

NT$17,502

NT$18,701 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a coastal town.

A modern interior with a curved ceiling, wooden flooring, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A modern hotel with a unique architectural design featuring curved balconies and large windows. Palm trees are visible in front of the building.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a wooden deck, and a glass enclosure.

6. Castelo Suites Hotel

1.8 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Parminder

NT$6,125

NT$6,641 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

A sunny courtyard with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding buildings.

A red door with a number plate, a hostel sign, and a window with a blue frame.

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with white bedding, a teal headboard, and two bedside tables with lamps.

A room with a circular bamboo mirror, a blue cabinet, and a wall with a blue abstract painting.

7. Son of a Beach Hostel

2.9 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Amy

NT$4,063

NT$4,455 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 1 - Sep 2

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, buildings, and a rocky coastline.

A swimming pool with a glass balustrade, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a view of the sea.

A coastal hotel with a tiled roof, multiple balconies, and a view of the beach and sea.

A restaurant with teal chairs and wooden tables, large windows with a view of the sea, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

8. Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

2.6 km from Sao Rafael Beach

SHOUVIK

NT$6,243

NT$6,766 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 2 - Sep 3

A breakfast setup with champagne, pastries, and a city view.

A narrow cobblestone pathway flanked by white buildings with blue accents, leading to a view of the sea.

A beach with rows of sun loungers and umbrellas, a sandy shore, and the ocean.

9. Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

3 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Antonia

NT$6,213

NT$6,734 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A beachside lounge with wicker furniture and striped cushions, overlooking the sea.

A modern interior with a curved sofa, a glass coffee table, and a wooden bookshelf.

A hotel with multiple floors, outdoor seating areas, and a beachside location.

A spacious lobby with large windows offering a view of the sea, several seating areas, and a tiled floor.

10. Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only

2.9 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Ann

NT$10,144

NT$10,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 30 - Aug 31

A modern kitchen with a glass backsplash, a stainless steel sink, and a potted plant.

A modern kitchen with a chalkboard menu listing various dining options.

A hallway with a colorful mural, a sign reading "CARAPAU de Corridouro," and a wicker chair.

A bunk bed room with a skylight, two pillows with cartoon characters, and a ladder.

11. Peneco Albufeira GuestHouse - Hostel

2.8 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Sue

NT$3,791

NT$4,167 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 27 - Aug 28

A coastal beach with rocky cliffs, clear blue sea, and boats.

A balcony with a table set for a meal, overlooking a coastal view.

A hotel room with a large bed, a painting of a cave, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a view of the sea through a sliding door.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear view of the ocean, and modern buildings in the background.

12. Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances

0.7 km from Sao Rafael Beach

MATTIAS INGVAR HABTAMU

NT$4,574

NT$4,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 13 - Sep 14

A beach with clear water, rocky formations, and people on the sand.

A large swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story hotel building with balconies.

A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

A spacious indoor area with a central seating area featuring a sofa and chairs, surrounded by large windows offering views of greenery outside.

13. NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

0.6 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Michael Gar Wing

NT$11,277

NT$12,103 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 8 - Sep 9

A hotel with a pool featuring a water fountain, palm trees, and a multi-story building with balconies.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view, and a wooden floor.

A hotel with multiple balconies, a swimming pool, and palm trees.

A beach with clear blue water, rocky cliffs, and a sandy shore with umbrellas and beach chairs.

14. Hotel Baia Grande

1 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Joumana

NT$6,621

NT$7,167 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

A modern indoor pool area with a clear view of the ocean, a lounge with seating, and a poolside bar.

A modern bar with a central island, multiple hanging green glass chandeliers, and a variety of bar stools.

15. W Residences Algarve

1.9 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Alexandre

NT$19,606

NT$20,931 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and glassware.

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a white table, and a view of a coastal cityscape.

A rooftop deck with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a glass balustrade overlooking the sea.

A beach with white buildings, clear blue water, and a sandy shore.

16. Hotel Baltum

3.1 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Liam

NT$5,859

NT$6,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A hotel with a large pool, a tree in the foreground, and a building with multiple balconies in the background.

A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk with a computer, a TV, and a balcony with a view.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a central swimming pool, and a beach in the background.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

17. Vila Gale Atlantico Resort Hotel

3.2 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Monika

NT$6,496

NT$7,034 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A terrace with yellow lounge chairs and umbrellas, a palm tree, and a view of the sea.

A multi-story building with a brick base and white upper floors, featuring balconies and a staircase leading to the upper levels.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and buildings.

A modern kitchen with bar stools, a dining area with wicker chairs, and a bar counter with a vase of flowers.

18. Alfagar Cerro Malpique

3.2 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Beth

NT$4,484

NT$4,902 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

A dining table with a view of a pool and palm trees.

An outdoor pool area with multiple tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and umbrellas.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoors.

A cluster of white buildings with multiple balconies, surrounded by greenery and trees.

19. Hapimag Resort Albufeira

1.4 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Magaly

NT$8,624

NT$9,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Aug 29 - Aug 30

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A spacious indoor area with white wicker furniture, a bar area with a wooden counter, and large windows offering a view of a green outdoor space.

A breakfast setting with croissants, orange juice, toast, and fruits on a table with a view of outdoor seating and palm trees.

A resort with multiple buildings, a central swimming pool, and a tennis court.

20. Apartamentos Turísticos Pateo Village

2.6 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Shakila

NT$4,015

NT$4,404 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

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Compare popular hotels close to Sao Rafael Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Atlantic Bliss	9.8 Exceptional 19 reviews	View
Lost & Found - Guesthouse & Suites	9.6 Exceptional 61 reviews	View
Vila Gale Collection Praia Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 442 reviews	View
Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 153 reviews	View
W Algarve	9.4 Exceptional 131 reviews	View

Top Sao Rafael Beach Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Everything about this hotel was amazing. The location, the staff, cleanliness, food. Pool area. Absolutely everything was faultless. It’s not often you can go away and not find a single thing wrong, but this was the case here. 10/10"

Cerro Mar Atlantico & Cerro Mar Garden

10/10 Excellent

"Room was clean and tidy There was no coffee machine & free tea bags in unit is a short coming."

Castelo Suites Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"Everything was perfect. Such a classy place and excellent value for money. It wasn’t too crowded and the room was absolutely beautiful. Thank you to all the staff who were so kind and welcoming"

W Algarve

8/10 Good

"It a family resort with many children. Did not have the upscale nightlife as advertised"

Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel, very friendly, helpful, kind staff. Rooms, hotel reception, lounge area, restaurant, poolside all very clean & well kept. Great choice for breakfast, no bar as such though.. couldn't come back and sit and have a drink in the evening. We stayed for 4 nights and room cleaned, tidied every day. Thanks for a lovely stay"

Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"Lovely hotel in a great location a couple of minutes walk from the Old Town bars and restaurants. Great view over the beach which was a few minutes walk away. Staff were very friendly and welcoming. Would highly recommend this hotel if you're looking for a quiet place to relax whilst being very close to the night life if you want it."

NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Family friendly hotel at perfect location."

São Rafael Holidays

8/10 Good

"Room was clean, staff was very nice. Breakfast was adequate. Good location. Unfortunately- the check in desk closed every day at 8pm so there was no staff on site after that time for amenities or other issues. Otherwise we had a great stay"

Hotel Da Gale

10/10 Excellent

"Really good value for money and great amenities !"

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Arrifes Beach

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A sandy beach with rocky cliffs and clear blue water.

Coelha Beach

Escape the tourist bustle of central Albufeira to relax, swim and snorkel at this beach of golden sand and unusual rock formations.

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A marina with colorful buildings and boats.

Albufeira Marina

8.4/10 (1,417 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Albufeira Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Albufeira e Olhos de Água. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area, or check out its lively bars.

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Praia da Ponta Pequena

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia da Ponta Pequena during your trip to Albufeira e Olhos de Água?

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Praia das Andorinhas

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia das Andorinhas during your trip to Albufeira? Attend a sporting event or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

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Castelo Beach

Why not spend a carefree afternoon at Castelo Beach during your travels in Castelo?

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Hotwheels Karting

You can take time to visit Hotwheels Karting during your travels to Albufeira e Olhos de Água.

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Nossa Senhora da Orada Convent

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Find out about the history of Albufeira e Olhos de Água when you take a trip to Nossa Senhora da Orada Convent. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches, or seek out the golf courses.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sao Rafael Beach?

Sao Rafael Beach is located in Albufeira e Olhos de Água. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 186 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Sao Rafael Beach?

Adjacent to Sao Rafael Beach, São Rafael Holidays is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this guesthouse offers an outdoor pool and free WiFi. Other good options within a short distance include Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG and NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Sao Rafael Beach?

Expedia has 186 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Sao Rafael Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sao Rafael Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Sao Rafael Beach.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Sao Rafael Beach?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your stay near Sao Rafael Beach, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What can I see and do near Sao Rafael Beach?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Museum of Sacred Art and Casa Museu do Acordeao. Castle Wall Ruins, Nossa Senhora da Orada Convent, and Medronheira Tower are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Dip your toes in the water at Coelha Beach, Evaristo Beach, and Peneco Beach.

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Our top choices for Sao Rafael Beach hotels

1. Atlantic Bliss

2. Lost & Found - Guesthouse & Suites

3. Vila Gale Collection Praia Hotel

4. Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

5. W Algarve

6. Castelo Suites Hotel

7. Son of a Beach Hostel

8. Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

9. Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

10. Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only

11. Peneco Albufeira GuestHouse - Hostel

12. Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances

13. NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

14. Hotel Baia Grande

15. W Residences Algarve

16. Hotel Baltum

17. Vila Gale Atlantico Resort Hotel

18. Alfagar Cerro Malpique

19. Hapimag Resort Albufeira

20. Apartamentos Turísticos Pateo Village

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Top Sao Rafael Beach Hotel Reviews

Holiday Inn Algarve Albufeira by IHG

Cerro Mar Atlantico & Cerro Mar Garden

Castelo Suites Hotel

W Algarve

Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances

Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

São Rafael Holidays

Hotel Da Gale

Other attractions near Sao Rafael Beach

Arrifes Beach

Coelha Beach

Albufeira Marina

Praia da Ponta Pequena

Praia das Andorinhas

Castelo Beach

Hotwheels Karting

Nossa Senhora da Orada Convent

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