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NAU Sao Rafael Atlantico

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Rooftop bar, ocean view, open daily
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Suite, Balcony | Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping

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Sesmarias, Albufeira, 8200-613
  • Arrifes Beach
    11 min walk
  • Sao Rafael Beach
    13 min walk
  • Albufeira Marina
    18 min walk
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    41 min drive

Room options

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Twin Room, Balcony, Pool View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Suite, Balcony | Living room | 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, Balcony

  • 752.9 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, Balcony, Resort View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Twin Room, Balcony

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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The price is $169
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About this property

NAU Sao Rafael Atlantico

5-star Albufeira hotel close to Albufeira Old Town Square
Catch some rays at the beach or spend the day relaxing at NAU Sao Rafael Atlantico's full-service spa. Then enjoy a meal at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants.
NAU Sao Rafael Atlantico offers 149 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

2 outdoor swimming pools and 2 indoor swimming pools are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The onsite spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

NAU Sao Rafael Atlantico features a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, and 2 indoor swimming pools along with a sauna and a fitness center. Dining is available at one of the hotel's 2 restaurants. The property also offers a snack bar/deli. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the hotel's bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Wireless Internet access is complimentary.

Business-related amenities at this 5-star property consist of a 24-hour business center and 15 meeting rooms. Event facilities measuring 4413 square feet (410 square meters) include a conference center. This Art Deco hotel also offers a terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

NAU Sao Rafael Atlantico is a smoke-free property.

Seven Seas - Onsite buffet restaurant.
Fado - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Portuguese cuisine. Open select days.
Chill Out Bar - Overlooking the ocean, this rooftop bar serves light fare only. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Biosphere, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English, Portuguese

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (EUR 5 per night)

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Chill Out Bar
  • Fado
  • Seven Seas

Things to do

  • 2 indoor pools
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 2 indoor pools
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 15 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference center (4,413 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Spa tub
  • Turkish bath

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 path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between October 29 and February 28.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of EUR 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of EUR 100 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant 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

  • Covered self parking fee: EUR 5 per night
  • Pet deposit: EUR 100 per stay
  • Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Facilities fee: EUR 10 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna; spa; swimming pool

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
Property Registration Number 7284

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM
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
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Atlantic Sao Rafael Hotel
Hotel Atlantic Sao Rafael
Hotel Sao Rafael Atlantic
Rafael Atlantic
Rafael Atlantic Hotel
Sao Atlantic Rafael Hotel
Sao Rafael Atlantic
Sao Rafael Atlantic Albufeira
Sao Rafael Atlantic Hotel
Sao Rafael Atlantic Hotel Albufeira
São Rafael Atlântico Hotel Albufeira
São Rafael Atlântico Hotel
São Rafael Atlântico Albufeira
São Rafael Atlântico

NAU Sao Rafael Atlantico Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 625 out of 1045 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 309 out of 1045 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 75 out of 1045 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 1045 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 1045 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

martin

Traveled with family and small children
the pools outside and beach were nice however considering the cost of this hotel I would have expected a greater quality of fixtures and service
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Colin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The setting around the pool area and gardens are so natural and peaceful. Beautiful. The walk to the beach and the beach itself is amazing. Food was nice. Beyond that this is not 5 star. It really misses the mark when competing with other 5 star hotels along the Algarve. Nothing for kids to do, no other food options beyond the buffet which at £40 a head is very expensive to eat in each night. No other activities for adults bar Yoga on a Saturday morning. Bar is basic and entertainment is ok. There is an Italian beside the beach that has a much better vibe and evening entertainment. It was changing hands by the looks of things and hopefully will improve. I’d pay extra and try Epic Sana instead.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

adeel

Rated 5 stars but not 5 star hotel
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

SHARMONY

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michaela

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Didn’t explore the area around as just used as a base but the hotel is really nice, the service is outstanding and a really good breakfast!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

adeel

Traveled with family
Over not a 5star hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Denise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was of good standard, but wouldn’t rate it 5 star.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely, quiet and calm. Our room was huge, clean and had everything we needed. The breakfast was great and a lot of choice. We had a view of the sea which was great. Not sure I would rate it as a 5* but its not far off. The prices within the hotel were very expensive - 18 euros for a rather bland sandwich was too much.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property and amazing staff! Only issue was the lack of plugs in the room. Other than that 10/10.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

jonathan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is very nice. Our room was large, clean and well equipped. Only downside are food options. Pool side bar and staff were very particular. Not allowed to order or eat anywhere other than the table. Weren't allowed to eat by the sun loungers which is very odd. No other lunch options other than that. Buffet was good but could at least serve water as a minimum. Still water was 6 euros which is an absolute rip off.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Smael

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Worst place to stay They are so greedy and expensive for nothing. The hotel is in the middle of nowhere like why is everything so expensive. $4 for a small Coca Cola $5 for water like why this is not even Miami. And for the buffet Jesus Christ, why making people pay almost $50 for some weird foods. The building is also old

10/10 Excellent

Sunanda

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Karim

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simcha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Harminderjit

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were amazing. Nothing was missed and I was pleased with how helpful everyone was. I am definitely going back.

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Garry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lots of helpful staff available at any time. Brilliant facilities and access to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

navpreet

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
Un bel endroit bruyant et sans service
BIEN Hotel avec de beaux volumes Chambres spacieuses de conception originale Des grands balcons dans toutes les chambres Bon wifi Petit déjeuner bien fourni avec jus d’oranges pressé Proche jolie plage accessible à pied de l’hôtel Espace jardin / piscines spacieux Piscine intérieure grande PAS BIEN Service déplorable Personnel mal poli Pas de service a la piscine De nombreux mégots balayés de côté dans les terre pleins Les toilettes piscine et restaurant pas assez suivies Une clientèle jeune en bandes bruyantes Des familles avec enfants en bas âge qui hurlent dans la piscine intérieure
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie Dalia

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All around very nice property in a beautiful location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

pascal

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 15 year old daughter and I had a mini break together and NAU Sao Rafael Atlantico was the perfect location. The room was spacious with stunning views of the garden and although our room was located near the pools, it was really quiet and we weren't disturbed by any noticeable noise. Every staff member we encountered was friendly and made sure our every need was catered for. The gardens and pool area were immaculate and the boardwalk down to the beach was stunning. Plenty of dining options - we opted to have the buffet style dinner and the variety was fabulous and delicious. Definitely the place to stay if you're looking for a relaxing break. We didn't use the spa facilities but we were offered discounted rates while we were there. Will absolutely return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024