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Hotel Balaia Mar

Property class: 3

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Close to Balaia Golf Village and Praia dos Olhos de Água, Hotel Balaia Mar provides an airport shuttle, a poolside bar, and a terrace. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Restaurante da Piscina, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and a poolside location. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a garden and an arcade/game room.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
The current price is SAR 540
SAR 589 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Room options

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Showing 8 of 8 rooms

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A balcony with a pool view, a table with chairs, and a blue cushioned bench.

Single Room

  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a striped bedspread and two patterned pillows, a wooden headboard, and two wall-mounted paintings.

Double or Twin Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting of clouds, a round mirror, and an air conditioning unit.

Economy Double or Twin Room

  • Park view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double or Twin Room

A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a bedside table, a window with blinds, and a framed picture on the wall.

Superior Double or Twin Room

  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a TV, a desk, and a mirror.

Double or Twin Room, Accessible

  • Park view
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

APARTMENT SUPERIOR

  • Sleeps 10
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE CLASSIC

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

DOUBLE STANDARD

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Located in Albufeira, Hotel Balaia Mar 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 Falesia Beach and Praia dos Olhos de Água. Traveling with kids? Consider Vilamoura Tennis Center and Aqua Show Park. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including golfing. Visit our Albufeira travel guide
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Rua da Praia Maria Luisa, Albufeira, 8200-925

What's nearby

  • A beach with rocky outcrops and a building on a cliff.
    Maria Luisa Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • A beach with clear turquoise water, a white building, and a black street lamp.
    Santa Eulalia Beach
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • A coastal town with a sandy beach, umbrellas, and buildings along the shore.
    The Strip
    5 min drive - 2.6 km
  • A beach with clear blue water, people sunbathing, and a rocky cliff with trees.
    Praia dos Olhos de Água
    7 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Balaia Golf Village
    13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station
    12 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO)
    40 min drive

Restaurants

  • Oliveiras
    10 min walk
  • Cantinho do Mar
    7 min walk
  • Casa Flo
    2 min walk
  • Café Sud
    6 min walk
  • Churasqueira Beira
    2 min drive

About this property

Hotel Balaia Mar

  • Family-friendly hotel near Balaia Golf Village
  • Located close to Praia dos Olhos de Água, Hotel Balaia Mar provides an airport shuttle, a poolside bar, and a terrace. The on-site international cuisine restaurant, Restaurante da Piscina, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare, and a poolside location. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices), is available to all guests, along with a garden and an arcade/game room.
  • Other perks include:
    • 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool
    • Free self parking
    • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and a roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
    • An electric car charging station, babysitting (surcharge), and an elevator
    • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Hotel Balaia Mar feature thoughtful touches such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • Other amenities include:
    • Bathrooms with bathtubs and free toiletries
    • Wardrobes/closets, daily housekeeping, and phones

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times and on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10.50 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Restaurante da Piscina
  • Sports Bar

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight 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 November 27 and April 01.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 3 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10.5 for adults and EUR 7 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 45 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
  • 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, 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
Tax ID - 500983658
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, 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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Balaia Mar have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–7:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from November 27 to April 01.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Balaia Mar?

As of 19 Shaʻban 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Balaia Mar on 23 Shaʻban 2026 start from SAR 540, 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 Hotel Balaia Mar pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Hotel Balaia Mar?

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

What time is check-out at Hotel Balaia Mar?

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

Does Hotel Balaia Mar provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 45 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Balaia Mar located?

This family-friendly Albufeira hotel is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Maria Luisa Beach and Balaia Golf Village. Falesia Beach and The Strip are also within 2 mi (3 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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