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

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

A hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a patterned armchair, and a large world map on the wall.

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.

1. Lost & Found - Guesthouse & Suites

1.9 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Andrés

NT$2,019

NT$2,283 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

A spacious room with a herringbone-patterned wooden floor, a central green plant, and multiple wooden benches.

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

2. Atlantic Bliss

Albufeira Center, 2.5 km from Sao Rafael Beach

James

NT$1,311

NT$1,390 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a round table, and a view of the city and sea.

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

3. Castelo Suites Hotel

1.8 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Parminder

NT$5,557

NT$5,890 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A modern bar area with a sofa and chairs in the foreground, a bar counter with numerous bottles, and a large plant.

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

4. Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

0.5 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Siddhika

NT$5,364

NT$5,686 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 10 - Nov 11

A gym with exercise equipment, a treadmill, and a view of a green outdoor area.

An aerial view of a beach with a large number of round tables and umbrellas arranged in a grid pattern, a wooden structure, and a rocky shoreline.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing a view of the street.

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a bedside table with a phone, and a window with curtains.

5. Vila Gale Collection Praia Hotel

3.1 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Peta

NT$3,932

NT$4,168 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a building with a white facade and red roof, and a clear sky.

A dining table with a fruit bowl, two glasses of orange juice, and a cup, set against a scenic ocean view.

A modern building with a cobblestone pathway, palm trees, and outdoor lighting.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a TV, and a view of the ocean.

6. São Rafael Holidays

0.4 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Henry

NT$2,598

NT$2,753 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 6 - Nov 7

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

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

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

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and coffee table, and a view of the sunset through the windows.

7. W Algarve

2 km from Sao Rafael Beach

sandy

NT$8,737

NT$9,262 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A beach with rows of sunbeds and umbrellas, a clear sky, and calm sea.

A breakfast table with various food items, including pastries, fruits, and beverages.

A rooftop swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a white building with balconies.

A balcony with two white wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

8. ETHOS Bertolina Wellness Urban Living.

Albufeira Old Town, 3 km from Sao Rafael Beach

sean

NT$3,309

NT$3,508 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A room with white tables, metal stools, a patterned floor, a brick wall, and a hanging sign that reads "This is your Comfort Zone."

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

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

9. Son of a Beach Hostel

Albufeira Old Town, 2.9 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Amy

NT$2,055

NT$2,322 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

A balcony with lounge chairs and a view of a cityscape at night.

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.

10. Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

Albufeira Old Town, 3 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Maribel

NT$2,800

NT$2,968 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 7 - Nov 8

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a building with arched windows and a tiled roof.

A breakfast buffet with various breads, pastries, and a variety of breakfast items.

An outdoor patio area with a hot tub, seating, and potted plants.

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, a central seating area with sofas and chairs, a coffee machine, and a decorative Buddha statue.

11. Hotel Cerro da Marina

Albufeira Center, 2.1 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Iain

NT$6,005

NT$6,509 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

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

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.

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

12. Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

Albufeira Old Town, 2.6 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Megan

NT$2,868

NT$3,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

An aerial view of a coastal town with a wide sandy beach, a clear blue sea, and buildings along the coastline.

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

13. Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only

Albufeira Old Town, 2.9 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Richard

NT$4,449

NT$4,859 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A hotel with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, multiple balconies, and a well-lit facade.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central reception desk.

A hotel entrance with a glass facade, a reception desk, and a staircase leading to the upper floors.

A modern hotel lobby with a large glass window, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a reception desk.

14. Cerro Mar Atlantico & Cerro Mar Garden

Albufeira Center, 3.2 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Johanna

NT$3,568

NT$3,925 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 22 - Oct 23

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

A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and wall-mounted shelves with decorative items.

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

A balcony with a view of the sea, a table with fruits, and a tiled floor.

15. Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances

0.7 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Rosa

NT$2,763

NT$3,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 21 - Oct 22

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

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

16. Peneco Albufeira GuestHouse - Hostel

Albufeira Old Town, 2.8 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Sue

NT$1,974

NT$2,235 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

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

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.

17. W Residences Algarve

1.9 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Alexandre

NT$11,436

NT$12,122 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a view of the landscape.

18. Hotel Baia Grande

1 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Joumana

NT$2,985

NT$3,164 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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 modern indoor lounge area with seating, a tree, and large windows.

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

19. NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

0.6 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Michael Gar Wing

NT$3,613

NT$3,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

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

A courtyard with a cobblestone path, potted plants, and a palm tree.

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

20. Alfagar Cerro Malpique

Albufeira Center, 3.2 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Binny

NT$3,006

NT$3,329 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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Compare popular hotels close to Sao Rafael Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Lost & Found - Guesthouse & Suites	9.6 Exceptional 63 reviews	View
Atlantic Bliss	9.6 Exceptional 21 reviews	View
Castelo Suites Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 17 reviews	View
Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 170 reviews	View
Vila Gale Collection Praia Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 449 reviews	View

Top Sao Rafael Beach Hotel Reviews

Frentomar

10/10 Excellent

"Location of property, rooms cleaned everyday, amazing views over atlantic ocean, comfy beds."

Belver Boa Vista Hotel & Spa - Adults Only

8/10 Good

"Location was great. The buffet breakfast was great. Did not use any of the amenities"

Hotel Mar à Vista

10/10 Excellent

"We arrived with no high expectations as we’d booked quite late on and was one of the cheaper options but were certainly not disappointed. Small and quiet hotel in a nice area (away from the noise but easily walkable to Old Town), small but adequate outside pool with sun beds that were never very busy, friendly staff and nice clean room. Easy 10 min walk to a great beach, the Marina is also only a 15 min walk and worth a visit. Can’t really fault the hotel, you get what you pay for and I’d say this was very good value with a good daily breakfast thrown in."

São Rafael Holidays

10/10 Excellent

"We loved everything about this hotel ! So much we booked an additional night. Very high end area with beautiful walkable restaurants and private beaches. The views are gorgeous. The breakfast and the staff are lovely. Of the five hotels we visited so far on our trip - this one was our favorite!"

Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances

8/10 Good

"The room was spacious and equipped with toiletries, a fridge and kettle. Some aspects were a little dated but overall a good space. The same goes for the rest of the hotel, it had a mixture of beautiful spaces with slightly more dated ones. The breakfast had a vast assortment. The outdoor swimming pool was not heated but the indoor facilities were lovely. The location was excellent, in a quiet area but close to a few beaches. We enjoyed our stay and found the staff very helpful."

NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Family friendly hotel at perfect location."

Hotel Baia Grande

8/10 Good

"Hotels not that big. Perfect really. Had a great time with the family, made it feel relaxed and peaceful. Theres just a few things that need improving, we found spiders and ants in my room. We could never quite figure out the lights. The Pool closed 7pm which I felt was a bit early, especially being in the Summer. They also do BBQ nights on Thursday… when we called it was fully booked. We would have loved to have experienced it, so perhaps encouraging guests to reserve in advance would help or cater for more. Towels for some reason are changed up at reception instead of the pool area which I found inconvenient. Overall, these were only minor issues and didn’t take away from what was a lovely family holiday. We’d happily return."

Hapimag Resort Albufeira

8/10 Good

"The resort was lovely and very close to beautiful beaches. I would come back with my family again in the future. Just remember when you check in to ask where to put your trash as you have to take it outside resort to the street."

The Homeboat Company Albufeira

10/10 Excellent

"Everything as expected. Superb. Sea view. Max the main man looked after us at all times. The service was exceptional."

Other attractions near Sao Rafael Beach

A beach with people swimming and walking, a large rock formation, and a dog on the sand.

Arrifes Beach

If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Arrifes Beach might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Albufeira e Olhos de Água.

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and rocky cliffs.

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 top-notch restaurants.

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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 192 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 Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances.

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

Expedia has 192 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?

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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 Peneco Beach, Gale Beach, and Praia dos Alemães.

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Our top choices for Sao Rafael Beach hotels

1. Lost & Found - Guesthouse & Suites

2. Atlantic Bliss

3. Castelo Suites Hotel

4. Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

5. Vila Gale Collection Praia Hotel

6. São Rafael Holidays

7. W Algarve

8. ETHOS Bertolina Wellness Urban Living.

9. Son of a Beach Hostel

10. Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

11. Hotel Cerro da Marina

12. Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

13. Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only

14. Cerro Mar Atlantico & Cerro Mar Garden

15. Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances

16. Peneco Albufeira GuestHouse - Hostel

17. W Residences Algarve

18. Hotel Baia Grande

19. NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

20. Alfagar Cerro Malpique

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Top Sao Rafael Beach Hotel Reviews

Frentomar

Belver Boa Vista Hotel & Spa - Adults Only

Hotel Mar à Vista

São Rafael Holidays

Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances

NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

Hotel Baia Grande

Hapimag Resort Albufeira

The Homeboat Company Albufeira

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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