• Apartments
  • Kitchen
  • View
  • Garden
  • Swimming Pool
  • Washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Terrace
  • Balcony
  • Free parking
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Set within 300 metres of Maria Luísa Beach and less than 1 km of Santa Eulália Beach, ExcelStay - Balaia provides rooms with air conditioning and a private bathroom in Albufeira. Boasting a 24-hour front desk, this property also has a family-friendly restaurant and a picnic area. The apartment also offers free WiFi, free private parking and facilities for disabled guests. The apartment provides guests with a terrace, pool views, a seating area, satellite flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, the units have bed linen and towels. There is a snack bar, and a minimarket is also available. Sightseeing tours are available close to the property. A car rental service is available at the apartment. Olhos de Água Beach is 1.8 km from ExcelStay - Balaia, while Albufeira Old Town Square is 6.9 km from the property. The nearest airport is Faro, 38 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 8.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2:
1 single bed
and
1 double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom 1:
3 single beds
Bedroom 2:
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.1
High score for Albufeira
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Peter
    Belgium Belgium
    Everything was perfect. The owners were nice and helpful.
  • Pedro
    Portugal Portugal
    Easy access to the pool. Very well equipped. Fantastic contact with owner.
  • Rachael
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Had everything our family needed was just home from home. Just close enough to walk into the busier areas for food etc but was happy to be staying away from there. Perfect location for us, the beach was perfect.
Quality rating
Booking.com rated the quality of this property as 3 out of 5 based on factors such as facilities, size, location and services provided.

Hosted by Natalia & Carlos

9.9
9.9
Host review score
Host review score

Natalia & Carlos
We have 2 apartments near Maria Luisa Beach, at Apartamentos da Balaia Resort. All of the apartments are very good for families, like ours - we have 4 kids. Everything needed for a good vacation period is near by, beach at walking distance, restaurants, supermarket, bar and lounge with billiards and tv, 24 hour reception opened for any kind of support needed.
Languages spoken: English,Spanish,Portuguese

Property surroundings

Restaurants
4 restaurants on site

  • Restaurante Bar da Julia (Beach Restaurant)
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean • Portuguese • International • Grill/BBQ
    • Ambiance
      Family friendly
  • Restaurante 3 Marias
    • Cuisine
      Mediterranean • Portuguese • Local • International • Grill/BBQ
  • Pizzeria Aroma di Mare
    • Cuisine
      Italian • Mediterranean • European • Grill/BBQ
  • Portobello (Pizzas)
    • Cuisine
      Italian • Mediterranean • International • Grill/BBQ

Facilities of ExcelStay - Balaia
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • 4 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Bar
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Children's high chair
  • Dining table
  • Coffee machine
  • Cleaning products
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Extra long beds (> 2 metres)
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Seating Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Video
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Fold-up bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Tile/marble floor
  • Soundproofing
  • Private entrance
  • Fan
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Outdoor dining area
  • Sun terrace
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Common areas
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Games room
2 swimming pools
Pool 1 - outdoor
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Fence around pool
Pool 2 - outdoor
  • Seasonal
  • All ages welcome
  • Shallow end
  • Pool bar
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
  • Sun umbrellas
Wellness
  • Sun umbrellas
  • Sun loungers or beach chairs
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Bar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Activities
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
    Additional charge
  • Water park
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Diving
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Canoeing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Darts
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Additional chargeOff-site
  • Table tennis
    Additional charge
  • Billiards
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional chargeOff-site
Outdoor & View
  • Pool view
  • Garden view
  • View
Building characteristics
  • Private apartment in building
Transport
  • Shuttle service
    Additional charge
  • Public transport tickets
    Additional charge
  • Car hire
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • ATM/cash machine on site
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour desk
  • 24-hour front desk
Entertainment and family services
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Books, DVDs, or music for children
  • Kids' club
    Additional charge
  • Board games/puzzles
  • Babysitting/child services
    Additional charge
Business facilities
  • Fax/photocopying
    Additional charge
Shops
  • Minimarket on site
Miscellaneous
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Heating
  • Lift
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safety deposit box
Languages spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules

ExcelStay - Balaia takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 16:00 to 23:30

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 00:00 to 11:00

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to apartment type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
Free
Cot upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
Free

The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Payments by Booking.com

Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform ExcelStay - Balaia in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

License number: 67982/AL;68002/AL;68008/AL

Legal information

This property is managed by a private host. EU consumer law relating to professional hosts might not apply.

FAQs about ExcelStay - Balaia

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a balcony. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at ExcelStay - Balaia on this page.

  • The prices at ExcelStay - Balaia may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Yes, there are options at this property that have a terrace. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at ExcelStay - Balaia on this page.

  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • Check-in at ExcelStay - Balaia is from 16:00, and check-out is until 11:00.

  • ExcelStay - Balaia offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Billiards
    • Games room
    • Table tennis
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Canoeing
    • Darts
    • Windsurfing
    • Golf course (within 3 km)
    • Kids' club
    • Water park
    • Tennis equipment
    • Beach
    • Swimming Pool

  • ExcelStay - Balaia has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • ExcelStay - Balaia has 4 restaurants:

    • Pizzeria Aroma di Mare
    • Restaurante Bar da Julia (Beach Restaurant)
    • Restaurante 3 Marias
    • Portobello (Pizzas)

  • ExcelStay - Balaia is 2.6 miles from the centre of Albufeira. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • ExcelStay - Balaia can accommodate the following group size:

    • 6 guests

    For more detailed information, please check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Yes, ExcelStay - Balaia is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • The nearest beach is just 350 yards from ExcelStay - Balaia. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.