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Vila Gale Albacora

4-star Hotel with Snorkelling

4 stars

Pc, Quatro Aguas, 2 Tavira, Tavira, Faro

+351 281 380 800
8.3
Very Good

based on 1,715 reviews

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Voted winner of Europe's Best Travel App 2023

About Vila Gale Albacora, Tavira

Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Location
8.8
Services
8.5
Staff
9.0
Value for money
7.9
Vila Galé Albacora is a 4-star resort, set in a rehabilitated tuna fishing camp amongst Ria Formosa Natural Park. It is close to the Island of Tavira and a 15-minute drive from Faro Airport. The property offers free WiFi. All rooms and suites of this eco hotel are former houses, workshops and warehouses that have been comfortably furnished and renovated offering stunning views of the natural park. Each guest room has its own furnished patio area, which is close to the resort’s gardens. For meals, guests can chose from buffet and à la carte dining options. The resort’s Restaurant Salinas and Restaurant Inevitável serve Portuguese cuisine. Guests also enjoy a selection of Alentejo wines and cocktails. Facilities include a heated indoor pool, a large outdoor pool, a spa and wellness centre, and a children’s playground. The recovered on-site chapel offers the perfect scenery for weddings and christenings. The former school is now a modern kids' club. The pier of the property offers boat access to the pristine beaches of Tavira's Island. Vila Galé Albacora is close to many historic buildings and long beaches. Guests can discover the nearby village of Luz de Tavira that has been a place of pilgrimage for many centuries. Guests can make use of the hotel’s bus transfers into town and explore its attractions.

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Hotel Amenities & Facilities

  • Snorkelling
  • Outdoor pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Coffee shop

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Beach access
  • Bicycle hire
  • Fishing
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Game room
  • Golf
  • Canoeing
  • Cycling
  • Diving
  • Snorkelling
  • Evening entertainment
  • Cooking classes
  • Horse riding
  • Bowling
  • Pool table
  • Windsurfing
  • Hiking

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Body soap
  • Dustbins

Services and conveniences

  • Business centre
  • Car hire
  • Wake-up service
  • Entertainment staff
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Hammam (Turkish bath)
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Safety deposit box
  • Chapel/shrine

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Spa
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • Massage
  • Pool bar
  • Sauna
  • Water slide

General

  • Family rooms
  • Garden view
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Storage available
  • River view
  • Seating area
  • Sofa
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Tile/marble floor

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available
  • Child pool
  • Kids meals
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Indoor play area
  • Kids' club
  • Kids' outdoor play equipment
  • Complimentary breakfast
  • Playground

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • No smoking
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Designated smoking area
  • Disabled access
  • Lift
  • Adapted bath
  • Toilet with grab rails

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower cap
  • Additional bathroom
  • Additional toilet
  • Bathtub
  • Bidet
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper

Dining

  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Radio
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • TV

Outdoor

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
  • Terrace/Patio
  • Beach towels
  • Balcony

Bedroom

  • Socket near the bed
  • Sofa bed
  • Cleaning products
  • Wardrobe or closet

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking
  • Private parking
  • Shuttle service (additional charge)

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Fitness

  • Fitness centre
  • Tennis

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping

Reviews

8.3
Very GoodBased on 1,715 verified guest reviews
8.4Families
8.2Couples
8.1Friends
8.2Solo


Vila Gale Albacora room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 15:00, check out anytime before 12:00

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Frequently asked questions

  • How does Vila Gale Albacora compare to other 4-star hotels in Tavira?

    There is a £9/night difference in the average price of 4-star hotels in Tavira (£105/night) and the average nightly rate at Vila Gale Albacora (£96/night).

  • How far is Vila Gale Albacora from Faro?

    If there is no traffic, the 20.0 mi drive between Faro and Vila Gale Albacora should only take about 1h . If your hotel is in a more metropolitan area, you may see the driving time increase due to traffic.

  • What is the best way to get to Vila Gale Albacora from Faro?

    Vila Gale Albacora has parking available on site for customers of the hotel. With that in mind, the most efficient way not only to get from Faro to the hotel, but also to get around Tavira during your stay may be to hire a car. Car hire in Vila Gale Albacora are on average £18/day. Another more common option is to just take a taxi or rideshare service from the airport to Vila Gale Albacora. The nearest airport to the hotel is Faro.

  • Are there food options at Vila Gale Albacora?

    Vila Gale Albacora does have a restaurant on site that guests and non-guests can use. Ask the front desk for kitchen hours or call Vila Gale Albacora at +351 281 380 800. If you are staying at Vila Gale Albacora, you are more than welcome to order food through the hotel’s room service menu.

  • Does Vila Gale Albacora have a pool?

    Yes, Vila Gale Albacora has a pool that customers can use. Typically, hotel pools have restrictions based on the time of day so be sure to speak to the front desk before using the pool.

  • How close is Vila Gale Albacora to Tavira city centre?

    1.3 mi separate the front steps of Vila Gale Albacora and the city centre of Tavira, where you can keep busy with restaurants, shopping and of course Tavira Castle, a very popular landmark in Tavira.

  • What is the phone number for Vila Gale Albacora?

    For questions regarding the hotel or your stay at Vila Gale Albacora, call +351 281 380 800.

  • Does Vila Gale Albacora have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Vila Gale Albacora has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • Is there a gym or fitness centre available to guests at Vila Gale Albacora?

    Vila Gale Albacora does have a gym on site that is available to hotel guests. Some hotel gyms may not have 24-hour access, so it is best to ask a front desk clerk for fitness centre hours.

  • What time is check-out for Vila Gale Albacora?

    For Vila Gale Albacora, the required check-out time is 12:00. Check-in may be available from 15:00. Any special requests should be made with the concierge.

  • How much is a room at Vila Gale Albacora?

    Prices may fluctuate based on room type, dates, and availability. You can find great room deals for Vila Gale Albacora at the moment between £75 and £129 a night. Enter preferred dates in the form above to see the best-matched deals for you.

  • Is there laundry service in Vila Gale Albacora?

    Yes, laundry services are accessible for guests staying at Vila Gale Albacora, Tavira.

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Vila Gale Albacora location: Pc, Quatro Aguas, 2 Tavira, Tavira, Faro

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