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Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel

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A resort with a swimming pool, sun loungers, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A hotel lobby with two sofas, a glass coffee table, and a chandelier.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, a curved shoreline, and a small island with a rocky perimeter.
A modern hotel lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a buffet.
A resort with a swimming pool, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is $144
$135 nightly
$144 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 1 - Oct 2

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Quatro Aguas Antigo, Arraial Ferreira neto, Tavira, 8800901
  • Place, Ria Formosa Natural Park
    â€Ș1 min walk‬
  • Place, Old Town
    â€Ș9 min drive‬
  • Place, Ilha de Tavira Beach
    â€Ș23 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    â€Ș45 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Double Room Single Use

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Double Room Single Use, River View

  • River view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room (3 Adults)

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Twin Room, River View (2 Adults + 1 Child)

  • River view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Twin Room, River View (3 Adults)

  • River view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a lamp, a TV, and a view of the outdoors.

Superior Twin Room, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a door leading to another room.

Twin Room With River View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Tavira

With a stay at Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel in Tavira, you'll be next to a golf course, just steps from Ria Formosa Natural Park and a 3-minute drive from Golfo de CĂĄdiz. .This family-friendly hotel is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall and 2.2 mi (3.6 km) from Tavira Living Science Center.

What's nearby

  • Ria Formosa Natural Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Old Town - 9 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Tavira Castle - 10 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Roman Bridge - 10 min drive - 4.3 miles
  • Ilha de Tavira Beach - 23 min drive - 4.8 miles

Getting around

  • Tavira Station - 14 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • â€ȘMira Restaurante Tapas & Wine - ‬8 min drive
  • â€ȘNora Velha - ‬6 min drive
  • â€ȘCafe Formosa - ‬8 min drive
  • â€ȘCoisa Linda - ‬7 min drive
  • â€ȘBurger Ranch - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel

Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel offers 162 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bidets, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and a hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

Children under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub.

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

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.
Make yourself at home in one of the 162 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs or showers, bidets, and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a health club, an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and gift shops/newsstands. Getting to the surf and sand is a breeze with the beach shuttle (surcharge).
Enjoy international cuisine at Salinas, 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. A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.
A complimentary full breakfast is served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.
Salinas - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Grill Flor-de-Sal - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Portuguese cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Quatro Aguas - This bar serves light fare only. Open daily.
24-hour room service is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Grill Flor-de-Sal
  • Quatro Aguas
  • Salinas

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's pool
  • Fitness classes
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Indoor pool
  • Karaoke
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's games
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hot tub
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

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 registration desk

More

  • 1 floor
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2000
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Desk
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches used
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
For any questions, please contact the property 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 12 and February 8.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
1 child, up to the age of 12 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

Optional extras

  • A fee will be charged for use of certain facilities

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property requires guests to wear a swim cap in the indoor pool. Guests may bring their own cap or purchase one at the spa reception.
Children under 12 years old have access to the indoor pool from 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM; adult supervision is required.

We should mention

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
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and health club with adult supervision

Property is also known as

Albacora Hotel
Albacora Vila Galé
Hotel Albacora
Hotel Albacora Vila Galé
Eco Vila Gale Albacora Tavira
Hotel Vila Galé Albacora Tavira
Vila Albacora
Vila Galé Albacora
Vila Gale Albacora Hotel
Vila Galé Albacora Hotel
Vila Gale Albacora Tavira
Vila Galé Albacora Tavira
Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora Hotel
Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora Tavira
Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora Hotel Tavira

Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 174 out of 431 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 204 out of 431 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 34 out of 431 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 431 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 431 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast is amazing. Very quiet property
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The spa amenities were excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Theodore

Disliked: Staff & service
I don’t know anything about the property. I booked the place by mistake via Expedia, and neither the hotel nor Expedia offered any financial relief. It cost 3 days/nights. Instead of the hotel trying to track me down, it was simpler to just register me as a no show and charge for 3 nights.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

SĂ©bastien

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous play to stay for a week. The pools are beautiful, the buildings elegant and well kept and everybody was very friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

JOLINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Umar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic time. Friendly staff and timely room service. Beautiful grounds to walk around in and a lovely little playground within for our 1.5 yo to play in. Breakfast was great and amenities excellent. The private hotel boat to to the beach is very handy also.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Harvey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff most accommodating and friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great entertainment and bar made great cocktails! Breakfast was decent with a fresh omelette station.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The wild site on the lagoon is unique
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall, the hotel offers a distinctive and peaceful resort experience with real character—far more than a standard stay. Set within a converted tuna-fishing village, it blends history, space, and a relaxed Algarve atmosphere beautifully. The setting is a real highlight. Built from a restored fishing settlement, the hotel feels like a small village rather than a typical block-style resort. It’s quiet, spacious, and surrounded by the stunning Ria Formosa, making it perfect if you’re looking to switch off and unwind. There’s easy access to the local beach, and the boat transfer directly from the hotel to Tavira Island (for a small fee) is a real standout feature. Facilities are solid, with pools, a spa, bars, and a good restaurant serving local Algarve dishes. The on-site museum and preserved buildings add an extra layer of interest and authenticity. Staff are excellent throughout, and the rooms are clean and well maintained. Breakfast offers a wide selection, although it can feel a little repetitive over longer stays. The only real trade-off is the location. It’s not in Tavira town centre, which is great for peace and quiet, but you’ll need to rely on taxis, Uber, or a short drive to get into town.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suited our purposes perfectly. The spa and regular free ferry service to the beach and bus into Tavira were an unexpected bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steven David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredibly friendly and helpful staff. One of our party has a dairy-free and gluten-free diet and they were well catered for both at breakfast and the dinner buffet. Great isolated location by the estuary - ideal for wildlife watching.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A major league facility with copious and well trained staff, comfortable rooms, excellent restaurant and bar, beautiful outdoor pool and grounds. Exceeded expectations.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed for a family wedding. Rooms clean and comfortable. Pool, pool bar, reception and staff were all great. Very welcoming. Overall a grest weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

wilma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful time with my family. From the start to the end the staff was very friendly and helpful. Beds were comfortable and the rooms were very clean. Only good things to say. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Clive

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is spotless. Staff very friendly. Only issue we had was the lack of vegan options. But having said that staff went out of their way to accommodate our requests
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Carmina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent

Excellent , they give a upgrade with views, we not accepted for that 😀✹
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

larry

Remote
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Andrea

Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were out for the day and by the time we got back to the room after 4pm, the room was not cleaned or restocked with towels. There were no bottle openers or door hangers to say ‘do not disturb’. The beds were horrible, didn’t have a good sleep. We also went to celebrate our engagement, nothing was said or done. It was advertised that there would be a boat to the beach free of charge, not the case €7.50 each.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Peter

Disliked: Staff & service

3 star quality - pretty average

Beautiful buildings and location but, sadly, only a fraction of what it could be. Breakfasts are very mediocre (even the orange juice is processed) and staff generally not interested in service with a smile. The pool is woefully small for the size of the hotel and the name “eco” is just greenwashing.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Penelope

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Spa treatments expensive especially when the time was shorter than promised
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities
The property was clean, the layout of the property was a little bit like a prison camp with blocks of accommodation very unimaginative the room was dark and you couldn’t have the blinds or curtains open because everyone would be able to see in beside the fact, there was no view just another block we did ask if we could move, but they said they didn’t have anything. Not our sort of place and wouldn’t return .
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Serene

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Consider Carefully Before Booking

Be aware that this is not a desirable location for couples or adults looking for a peaceful place to stay. It clearly caters to families and should be advertised as such. Children were running around (literally) unsupervised while parents relaxed at the pool, bar or dining areas from morning until after 11pm. The condition and cleanliness of the hotel was poor. The shower did not drain resulting in deep standing water while using it and had mold and mildew, and the bedroom floor was sandy/dirty upon arrival. Parking was extremely limited and we and many others were parked in areas squeezed into corners and other non-designated parking areas (we saw a car that was hit because of this). Last and probably most importantly, our experience was that front desk/concierge staff were not helpful or friendly when we arrived, when we brought the shower issue to their attention, and when we checked out. Maybe we could feel better about the experience as a whole if it was an inexpensive stay, but ironically we stayed at many other hotels on our trip that were less expensive and absolutely amazing. I should add that we are not complainers or high maintenance and make efforts to be friendly and go with the flow so it took a lot to write a very honest review that hopefully might help someone else make a different decision about where they stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Pedro Joao

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Es war eine sehr schöne Zeit im Hotel Vila Galé Albacore. Das Hotel liegt an ein sehr schönen Ort mit direkten Zugang zur Tavira Insel. Unserem Zimmer war zwar klein aber die Betten bequem und das Bad war auch gut obwohl die Duschkopf sich nicht höher und niedriger verstellen liess. Der Wellnessbereich war auch sehr gut
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Oui le spa est trĂšs relaxant ainsi que la piscine
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026