Please consider other guests by staying quiet from10pm till 8am. This is a condominium rule and guests not adhering to this rule could be fined 200âŹ
There is no reception. Check in is available 15:00 to 21:00. From 21:00 to 24:00 there is a 40⏠Late Check In Fee.
No Check In possble after 24:00.
Pools are open 8h-22h. No parties. No glass. No pets. Please follow the security guards orders. There is a fine of 200⏠for guests breaking the rules.
Great host, communication and information with Gerard was excellent, very clear and detailed, upon arrival we met with Miranda who again gave full details and assistance. LocatĂŹon of the apartment was really good, access to Old Town and the Marina within 10 to 15 minutes walk, we all loved the pool, overall rating was excellent from us.
Well maintained and secure location, splendid views of the Harbour and partly the sea front. Only minor issue was it was very hilly and some distance from the main shops and restaurants, having said that the advantage of being slightly further away from the hustle and bustle of the Old Town heavily outweighs any thing else.
Amazing views from the balcony. This condo suited our needs for the 14 days we were there. Walking distance to most places. The walk down was generally good but the walk back up with groceries might be challenging for some people. Use Uber as it was very cheap and readily available. Overall, the complex was great!
Miranda who helped get us checked in was very helpful.The apartment is well presented, comfortable and well kitted out.The views are very good from all balconies.No air con which was tough, especially through the night. Washing machine didnât clean clothes well.No ball games allowed. No inflatables allowed in swimming pool.Property manager communication was poor. He tried to charge additional people staying in our apartment !
Gerard's apartment was perfect for our stay in Albufeira and within easy walking distance of the Marina, old town and town beaches. We found it was also very easy to get an Uber to some of the lovely beaches down the coast to the west which we did on several occasions. Everything went very smoothly and Gerard's notes about the local area and how to get to different places were very useful. It was also great to have use of the pool on site which was never too crowded.
We really enjoyed staying at this apartment while visiting Albufeira. It is a beautiful spot-awesome views, great pool for kids, and tennis. You can access the marina to go on various excursions or the fishermenâs beach within 10-15 walking depending on who youâre walking with. It is high up, therefore the great views, but walking home is slower (at least in my case). We took Ubers easily to places farther away. The apartment itself is so well organized. When Gerard says you only need your towel and sunscreen he isnât kidding. We cooked many meals here and it felt like a true home. This would be a great spot for staying much longer as well! Thank you for your hospitality and kindness- it was a great trip to the Algarve!
From the moment we booked this holiday communication with Gerard was fantastic. On arrival Nicky met us at apartment and gave us a tour. Apartment was spotlessly clean with every amenity you could wish for, washing machine, dishwasher, fridge, plenty of crockery and cutlery and a welcome pack which was much appreciated. Views from both balconies fantastic, one overlooking the Marina and Old Town, the other the fantastic pool area. The pool area is spotlessly clean with lots of sunbeds. The apartment is located a 10 to 15 minute walk from Old Town and Marina. The apartment is located at the top of quite a steep hill which wasn't a problem for us but those with mobility issues may find this an issue but taxis from both places only cost 5 or 6 Euros. Overall a fantastic experience and we would book this apartment again.
We had a wonderful weeks stay at Encosta Da Orada. The apartment is much more spacious than the photos make it appear. Nothing has been spared in providing everything you need to make it a home from home. The communal swimming pool is great and we never had a problem with sun beds, people actually take their towels with them when they leave!! Itâs a short walk down the hill into the Old Town or Marina areas. Itâs quite a steep climb back, which we had no problem with, but on a few occasions we just jumped in an Uber which was only 3 to 4 Euros. Gerard was a great host, providing a comprehensive guide to the area and arranging airport transfers with an extremely reliable company. We donât often visit the same place twice as a family as we like to see as many places as possible but we would certainly book this apartment again if we return.
Wonderful holiday. The apartment is large, airy and spotless. Pool fantastic. Great location too! Highlights included a day out on the Finimaris sailboat (booked at the Marina). And we took the kids to Slide and Splash (suggest getting their early to bag a sun bed or 2) - excellent waterpark. Beaches also excellent but water a little chilly!
Loads of great spots to eat too. Taberna do Pescador (fresh fish) Olympique (tapas, squid and tuna amazing!), Mi Sombrero (randomly a brilliant mexican place) and Beach Basket (great for a quick bite). All in the Old Town.
Used Uber to get most of further out places and supermarket. Was really good value, like it used to be in UK! Never had to wait more than 2 or 3 mins.
And Gerard who owns the apartment was really helpful, providing great guidance for the area and most of the recommendations (and more) in my review.
Highly recommend!
We found the apartment to be very spacious and spotlessly clean, with all the amenities you could possibly wish for. The apartment is situated on a fairly steep hillside which entailed a 15/20 minute walk to the "Old Town" (the use of Ubers for the return journey was extremely useful and not expensive), the location afforded a wonderful sea view and also overlooked the attractive swimming pool.
Gerard was very helpful arranging the transfers etc, and resolving a small issue on our departure.
Over all it was a very enjoyable stay!
Wendy and Geoff.
We had a great holiday in Albufeira and the apartment is very nice and equipped with everything you could need including dishwasher.
The apartment has 2 balconies one of which has a wonderful sea view and the other one overlooks the swimming pool.
The apartment is located up a steep hill and if you have mobility issues would recommend using taxis or tuk tuk which aren't expensive. Tuk tuk is a fun way of seeing the sights but worth checking prices with a more than one operator.
Thanks to Gerard for a very pleasant stay.
Andy and Stella
Had a lovely stay here. Apartment was great, complex and pools very nice. Location very good to walk to beaches, marina and old town. Really enjoyed it!
Enjoyed the condo , it was as advertised, very clean with a pleasant view from balcony . Short walks to both Marina an old town , but not easy walking back to condo as it is a tad steep . Great exercise though .
Es war einfach super. Die Wohnung ist toll, hat alles! mehr als man braucht.
Die Pools sind super, der Balkon zum Meer richtig schön!
Ich könnte viel mehr positives schreiben, brĂ€uchte aber viel mehr Platzt fĂŒr meinen Text ;)
The apartment is very clean and modern with plenty of space and a nice balcony. Very well equiped kitchen to allow cooking and eating in if needs be. A fair sized swimming pool and a separate paddling pool is also very good. Really enjoyed our stay.
Property was amazing, brilliant views, clean and Spacious
The hosts were easy to contact during the stay, we were left a little welcome pack which was lovely after we were delayed getting out there. Couldnât recommend them enough!
We have just returned from a lovely holiday in this apartment and I have to reiterate what the previous reviewers have said. The booking process was very efficient with the owner responding extremely promptly to any e mail queries I had. We elected to take the transfer offered by the owner and Dario was waiting at arrivals on our exit from the airport. We did hire a car later in the week for three days but instead arranged to pick up the car from Europcar just five minutes away at the Marina. The apartment itself was beautiful, tastefully decorated, clean and spacious. It was equipped with all the appliances and kitchen equipment you could want. The Ocean view from the front balcony was stunning so much so that we stayed in and cooked on a couple of evenings because it was just too nice and comfortable to leave. The view from the kitchen balcony looks over the pool where we enjoyed sitting eating lunch out there as it was cooler during the day.
The private gated complex is of a high standard with gardens that are very well maintained. It was very clean and not too busy and being gated felt very safe and secure. The two pools are a really good size and were never crowded and there were always sun loungers available so none of that getting up early to claim your place with a towel. In fact the security guy at the pool prevented people from doing that with a quiet word.
A 10 minute walk away downhill you will stumble upon the 'old town' which has a vast range of bars, restaurants and shops - if you're inclined you can party well into the early hours or return to the peace & quiet of the apartment. We loved the marina and the old town, we walked back most nights but there is a taxi rank in the Old Town which cost just 5 Euros for the short journey back to the apartment. The Intermarche supermarket was just 5 minutes away so it was not necessary to have a car. All in all, we thought the apartment and complex were great and excellent value for money and we would be more than happy to stay there again.
My team, we strive to deliver a very personal and exceptional service to every single guest. Our goal is to exceed your expectations and make sure that your stay at Encosta Ocean View will create great memories for you. We will provide you with all the necessary information before your arrival as well as our own tips for restaurants, boat trips and days out. We are always available to contact during your stay and help you with any issues or tips. We can organise airport transfers for you with our trusted partners.
Encosta Ocean View is a true 2 bedroom apartment of 102 sq metres. It has panoramic ocean views which cannot be beaten. Our ocean view balcony is not overlooked and enjoys the sun most of the day. If it gets too hot our pool view balcony benefits from shade.