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Suite, Balcony
753 square feet
2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Double or Twin Room, Balcony (Nature)
377 square feet
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Pool View
377 square feet
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View
Room with view
377 square feet
2 Twin Beds
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Standard Double or Twin Room, Balcony
377 square feet
2 Twin Beds
Room sleeps 2 guests
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Get an overview of this hotel
Luxury hotel on the beach, with 2 outdoor swimming pools

Popular property highlights

Breakfast included
Free self parking
Free WiFi
24-hour business center
Laundry facilities

When you stay at NAU Sao Rafael Atlantico in Albufeira, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Albufeira Old Town Square and Albufeira Marina. This luxury hotel is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Sao Rafael Beach and 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Falesia Beach.

Make yourself at home in one of the 149 guestrooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. Rooms have private furnished balconies. 40-inch LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 2 indoor and 2 outdoor swimming pools and a sauna. This Art Deco hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.

Grab a bite at Seven Seas, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Planning an event in Albufeira? This hotel has 4413 square feet (410 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 15 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Languages Spoken

  • English

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São Rafael Atlântico

Sesmarias, Albufeira, 8200-613

Renovations & Closures

The property is closed between October 29 and February 28.

Hotel Amenities

Hotel Amenities

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, tour/ticket assistance, and a vending machine. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

NAU Sao Rafael Atlantico is a smoke-free property.

  • Number of indoor pools - 2
  • Number of outdoor pools - 2
  • Elevator
  • Fitness facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Covered parking
  • Business center
  • Turkish bath/Hammam
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Swimming pool
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Conference space size (meters) - 410
  • Distance from property (ft) 33
  • Number of meeting rooms - 15
  • Terrace
  • Luggage storage
  • Distance from property (meters) 10
  • ATM/banking
  • Concierge services
  • Conference center
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Total number of rooms - 149
  • Number of floors - 5
  • Number of buildings/towers - 1
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of poolside bars - 1
  • Full-service spa
  • Conference space
  • Spa treatment room(s)
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Year Built - 2009
  • Free WiFi
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Sauna
  • Smoke-free property
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Free parking nearby
  • Number of restaurants - 2
  • 24-hour business center
  • Conference space size (feet) - 4413
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine
  • Television in common areas
  • Wedding services
  • Garden
  • Multilingual staff
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Free newspapers in lobby

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of indoor pools - 2
  • Children's pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Portuguese

Parking

Free self parking

Room Amenities

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.

  • Television
  • Minibar
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Phone
  • Private bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • In-room safe
  • Espresso maker
  • Room service (24 hours)
  • Desk
  • In-room climate control (air conditioning)
  • Premium bedding
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)
  • Bidet
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Slippers
  • Shower only
  • Cable TV service
  • HDTV
  • Free WiFi
  • Pillow menu
  • LCD TV
  • TV size: 40
  • TV size measurement: inch
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Furnished balcony
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Towels provided
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Number of bathrooms - 1
  • Number of beds 3
  • Soap
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Wardrobe or closet

Where to Eat

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.

Nearby Things to Do

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.

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Surf lessons - nearby
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Free bicycles nearby

Spa Services

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.

  • Sauna in spa
  • Spa tub in spa
  • Minimum age to access spa is 16
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Facial treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-in time ends at midnight

Minimum check-in age is: 18

Check-out

Check-out time is noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

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

Pet Policy

  • Pets not allowed

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

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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 Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted.

For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly

Temperature checks are available to guests

Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F

Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant

Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures

Property is cleaned with disinfectant

Contactless check-out is not available

Staff wears personal protective equipment

Security system

Protective clothing is available to guests

Masks are available to guests

Debit cards not accepted

Gloves are available to guests

Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas

Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer

Property does not follow sanitization practices of any association

Staffed front desk

Social distancing measures are in place

Contactless check-in is not available

No rollaway/extra beds available

Property follows regional sanitization guidelines Clean & Safe (Portugal)

No cribs (infant beds) available

Carbon monoxide detector

Property registry number - 7284

Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures

Smoke detector

Individually-wrapped food options are available

Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast

Individually-wrapped food options are available for lunch

Individually-wrapped food options are available for dinner

Individually-wrapped food options are available through room service

Gap period enforced between guest stays - 24 hours

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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
  • 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.

Hotel Names

  • 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

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 hotel 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.

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