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A two-story building with a white facade and teal trim. It features multiple windows, a balcony, and a brick base.

A modern interior with a patterned floor, tables, chairs, and large windows.

A spacious room with a herringbone-patterned wooden floor, a central green plant, and multiple wooden benches.

1. Atlantic Bliss

Albufeira Center, 2.5 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Shawnsteen

S$56

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A rooftop pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, overlooking a coastal town.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a round table, and a view of the city and sea.

A modern interior with a curved ceiling, wooden flooring, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a wooden deck, and a glass enclosure.

2. Castelo Suites Hotel

1.8 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Amanda

S$208

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A resort with a large circular pool surrounded by palm trees, overlooking the sea.

A deck with modern seating, a large white lamp, and a view of the ocean at sunset.

A modern bar area with a sofa and chairs in the foreground, a bar counter with numerous bottles, and a large plant.

3. Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

0.5 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Siddhika

S$219

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A gym with exercise equipment, a treadmill, and a view of a green outdoor area.

A hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a bedside table with a phone, and a window with curtains.

A modern hotel lobby with a central seating area, a reception desk, and a large window providing a view of the street.

An aerial view of a beach with a large number of round tables and umbrellas arranged in a grid pattern, a wooden structure, and a rocky shoreline.

4. Vila Gale Collection Praia Hotel

3.1 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Peta

S$187

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A balcony with a view of the sea, a pool, and a lounge area with seating.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sitting area with a sofa and coffee table, and a view of the sunset through the windows.

A modern bar area with a long counter, bar stools, and a seating area with a patterned rug.

A bar area with multiple hanging green glass chandeliers, a bar counter with stools, and shelves stocked with bottles.

5. W Algarve

2 km from Sao Rafael Beach

sandy

S$344

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a building with a white facade and red roof, and a clear sky.

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

A covered outdoor area with a view of the sea, palm trees, and a grassy lawn.

A modern building with a cobblestone pathway, palm trees, and outdoor lighting.

6. São Rafael Holidays

0.4 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Alexander

S$106

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A beach with rows of sunbeds and umbrellas, a clear sky, and calm sea.

A breakfast table with various food items, including pastries, fruits, and beverages.

A rooftop swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a white building with balconies.

A hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a television, and a view through the door.

7. ETHOS Bertolina Wellness Urban Living.

Albufeira Old Town, 3 km from Sao Rafael Beach

sean

S$123

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A beach with rows of sun loungers and umbrellas, a sandy shore, and the ocean.

A narrow cobblestone pathway flanked by white buildings with blue accents, leading to a view of the sea.

A balcony with lounge chairs and a view of a cityscape at night.

8. Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

Albufeira Old Town, 3 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Terry

S$119

includes taxes & fees

7 Nov - 8 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs, a covered seating area, and a building with arched windows and a tiled roof.

An outdoor patio area with a hot tub, seating, and potted plants.

A cozy room with a bar area, wicker furniture, and a large mirror.

A spacious lobby with a checkered floor, a central seating area with sofas and chairs, a coffee machine, and a decorative Buddha statue.

9. Hotel Cerro da Marina

Albufeira Center, 2.1 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Iain

S$244

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, buildings, and a rocky coastline.

A swimming pool with a glass balustrade, a staircase leading to an upper level, and a view of the sea.

An outdoor terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a clear blue sea and a coastal view.

A restaurant with teal chairs and wooden tables, large windows with a view of the sea, and a bar area with shelves of bottles.

10. Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

Albufeira Old Town, 2.6 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Megan

S$104

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A beachside lounge with wicker furniture and striped cushions, overlooking the sea.

A hotel with multiple floors, outdoor seating areas, and a beachside location.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a wide sandy beach, a clear blue sea, and buildings along the coastline.

A modern interior with a curved sofa, a glass coffee table, and a wooden bookshelf.

11. Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only

Albufeira Old Town, 2.9 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Martin

S$168

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A beach with clear water, rocky formations, and people on the sand.

A hotel with a swimming pool, palm trees, and a sunset sky.

A modern indoor lounge area with seating, a tree, and large windows.

A spacious indoor area with a central seating area featuring a sofa and chairs, surrounded by large windows offering views of greenery outside.

12. NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

0.6 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Michael Gar Wing

S$154

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with a glass backsplash, a stainless steel sink, and a potted plant.

A rooftop terrace with tables and chairs, overlooking a church with a bell tower.

A hallway with a colorful mural, a sign reading "CARAPAU de Corridouro," and a wicker chair.

A bunk bed room with a skylight, two pillows with cartoon characters, and a ladder.

13. Peneco Albufeira GuestHouse - Hostel

Albufeira Old Town, 2.8 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Sue

S$90

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A hotel with a pool featuring a water fountain, palm trees, and a multi-story building with balconies.

A beach with clear blue water, rocky cliffs, and a sandy shore with umbrellas and beach chairs.

A hotel with multiple balconies, a swimming pool, and palm trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a balcony with a view, and a wooden floor.

14. Hotel Baia Grande

1 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Joumana

S$108

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

An outdoor seating area with chairs and tables, a sign reading "AIR", and a view of the sea.

A modern hotel with a spacious courtyard, outdoor seating, and a well-lit facade.

A modern indoor pool area with a clear view of the ocean, a lounge with seating, and a poolside bar.

15. W Residences Algarve

1.9 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Jon

S$473

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A hotel with a large pool, a tree in the foreground, and a building with multiple balconies in the background.

A dining table set for two with a view of the sea.

An aerial view of a coastal resort with multiple buildings, a central swimming pool, and a beach in the background.

A modern lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and artwork on the walls.

16. Vila Gale Atlantico Resort Hotel

3.2 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Monika

S$161

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor dining area with wicker furniture and glassware.

A beach with white buildings, clear blue water, and a sandy shore.

A rooftop terrace with wicker furniture, a white table, and a view of a coastal cityscape.

A rooftop deck with a hot tub, lounge chairs, and a glass balustrade overlooking the sea.

17. Hotel Baltum

Albufeira Old Town, 3.1 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Nimisha

S$91

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A room with a view of a marina, a table with a bottle and glass, and a door marked 'Welcome'.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a view of a body of water, and built-in lighting.

A marina with numerous boats docked, a pedestrian walkway, and buildings with green roofs.

A beach with rocky formations and clear water.

18. The Homeboat Company Albufeira

1.6 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Aida Mae

S$180

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A dining table with a view of a pool and palm trees.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor pool area with multiple tables and chairs, surrounded by palm trees and umbrellas.

A cluster of white buildings with multiple balconies, surrounded by greenery and trees.

19. Hapimag Resort Albufeira

1.4 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Magaly

S$210

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

A bright, open-plan living and dining area with a balcony overlooking the sea, a kitchenette, and a sofa with a view.

A modern building entrance with a glass door, a concrete planter with a large plant, and a white metal railing leading to a set of steps.

A hotel room with two single beds, wooden headboards, a small bedside table with a lamp, a wooden dresser, and a balcony with a glass railing.

A modern living room with a wooden dining table, sofa, and a bed.

20. Edifício Sequeira by Umbral

Albufeira Old Town, 3.1 km from Sao Rafael Beach

SIMON SAMIR

S$50

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Atlantic Bliss	9.6 Exceptional 22 reviews	View
Castelo Suites Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 20 reviews	View
Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 171 reviews	View
Vila Gale Collection Praia Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 450 reviews	View
W Algarve	9.4 Exceptional 142 reviews	View

Top Sao Rafael Beach Hotel Reviews

Hotel Da Gale

10/10 Excellent

"Imaculaterly clean, decent breakfast, excellent price-quality ratio!"

Hotel Mar à Vista

8/10 Good

"older hotel just up the road from old town...needs some updating bathrooms etc but everything worked ok...no english tv channels...but a nice place to stay on a budget ..helpful friendly staff especially carla ...i would stay again :-)"

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very well laid out. Clean convenient location and the staff was excellent. Overall a great experience."

São Rafael Holidays

10/10 Excellent

"The staff always goes above and beyond to accommodate you. They will recommend places to see. They always smile, and take care of every little need."

Castelo Suites Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel was beautiful! The pool was great & the room was very nice as well."

Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

10/10 Excellent

"I can’t say enough, how much we thoroughly enjoyed our four days at this hotel. It is a very unassuming hotel, but the staff are absolutely lovely. The buffet breakfast while not spectacular did the trick every morning. There is always someone cleaning something. The location is absolute perfection. You are about a three minute walk to such a beautiful beach. If you are lucky enough, you will have a room that overlooks that beach. There is a lovely pool area and many options for lounging and getting some well-deserved vitamin D. There are two restaurants, literally around the corner and you are about a three minute walk from the hub of activity of the old town, but far enough away to not be impacted by the activity and the noise of that area. It is also centrally located to everything else that you might want to see in the Algarve‘s. Lagos is a 40 minute drive as is Tavira."

W Residences Algarve

10/10 Excellent

"The property is well maintained. The apt, unit is beautiful. We had 2 bedrooms and the bathrooms were modern and beautiful. Staff are very friendly. Highly recommend."

Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances

10/10 Excellent

"Main restaurant was closed for dinner. Said there was a swim up bar but never saw it. Everything else was fantastic. Had a great view of ocean and pool."

NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Family friendly hotel at perfect location."

Other attractions near Sao Rafael Beach

A beach with people swimming and walking, a large rock formation, and a dog on the sand.

Arrifes Beach

If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Arrifes Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Albufeira e Olhos de Água.

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A coastal landscape with a sandy beach, clear turquoise waters, and rocky cliffs.

Coelha Beach

Escape the tourist bustle of central Albufeira to relax, swim and snorkel at this beach of golden sand and unusual rock formations.

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A marina with colorful buildings and boats.

Albufeira Marina

8.4/10 (1,417 reviews)

Explore the waterfront of Albufeira Marina and enjoy other activities such as golfing in Albufeira e Olhos de Água. Stroll along the seaside in this relaxing area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

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Praia da Ponta Pequena

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia da Ponta Pequena during your trip to Albufeira e Olhos de Água?

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Praia das Andorinhas

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Praia das Andorinhas during your trip to Albufeira? Attend a sporting event or visit the spas in this family-friendly area.

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Castelo Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Castelo Beach during your travels in Castelo?

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Hotwheels Karting

You can take time to visit Hotwheels Karting during your travels to Albufeira e Olhos de Água.

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Nossa Senhora da Orada Convent

8.6/10 (4 reviews)

Find out about the history of Albufeira e Olhos de Água when you spend time at Nossa Senhora da Orada Convent. Amble around this relaxing area's beautiful beaches or seek out the golf courses.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Sao Rafael Beach?

Sao Rafael Beach is located in Albufeira e Olhos de Água. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 192 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Sao Rafael Beach?

Adjacent to Sao Rafael Beach, São Rafael Holidays is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this guest house offers an outdoor pool and free WiFi. Other good options within a short distance include Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG and Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances.

How many hotels will I find near Sao Rafael Beach?

Expedia has 192 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Sao Rafael Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Sao Rafael Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of room reservations are fully refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals near Sao Rafael Beach.

What can I see and do near Sao Rafael Beach?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at Museum of Sacred Art and Casa Museu do Acordeao. Castle Wall Ruins, Nossa Senhora da Orada Convent and Medronheira Tower are some of the notable landmarks to see in the area. Dip your toes in the water at Peneco Beach, Gale Beach and Praia dos Alemães.

Hotels near Sao Rafael Beach

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Our top choices for Sao Rafael Beach hotels

1. Atlantic Bliss

2. Castelo Suites Hotel

3. Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

4. Vila Gale Collection Praia Hotel

5. W Algarve

6. São Rafael Holidays

7. ETHOS Bertolina Wellness Urban Living.

8. Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

9. Hotel Cerro da Marina

10. Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

11. Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only

12. NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

13. Peneco Albufeira GuestHouse - Hostel

14. Hotel Baia Grande

15. W Residences Algarve

16. Vila Gale Atlantico Resort Hotel

17. Hotel Baltum

18. The Homeboat Company Albufeira

19. Hapimag Resort Albufeira

20. Edifício Sequeira by Umbral

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Top Sao Rafael Beach Hotel Reviews

Hotel Da Gale

Hotel Mar à Vista

Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

São Rafael Holidays

Castelo Suites Hotel

Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

W Residences Algarve

Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances

NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

Other attractions near Sao Rafael Beach

Arrifes Beach

Coelha Beach

Albufeira Marina

Praia da Ponta Pequena

Praia das Andorinhas

Castelo Beach

Hotwheels Karting

Nossa Senhora da Orada Convent

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