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Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

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Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG blends luxury and tranquility near Albufeira Old Town Square. Guests enjoy ocean views and Portuguese cuisine at two on-site restaurants, relax by the pools, or indulge in spa treatments. The property's beach proximity adds to its allure.
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • 3 outdoor pools and indoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Sauna
  • Self parking
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • 24-hour room service

Feel at home (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
The current price is $274
$295 total
includes taxes & fees
May 31 - Jun 1

Why we love this property

Ocean-side retreat
A hotel perched right on a white sand beach awaits. Try kayaking, sailing, or windsurfing nearby, or dine at the ocean-view restaurant.
Work and beach bliss
This hotel offers a 24-hour business center and beachfront relaxation. Guests unwind with spa treatments or enjoy drinks at the poolside bar.
Portuguese culinary delights
Discover 2 restaurants, a cafe, and a bar at this hotel. Experience authentic Portuguese cuisine and savor a continental breakfast.

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  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

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9.6 out of 10
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(5 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • Garden view
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

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  • Park view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
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  • Garden view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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  • Sea view
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
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  • Sleeps 2
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  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
Sesmarias, Albufeira, 8200-613

What's nearby

  • Sao Rafael Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Arrifes Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Praia das Andorinhas - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Albufeira Marina - 5 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Coelha Beach - 6 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Portimao (PRM) - 36 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 43 min drive
  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 17 min drive
  • Tunes Station - 21 min drive
  • Loule Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fat Cats - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪el barrio - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪História do Pão - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Spar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Nosolo Italia - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG is a great choice for your beach stay in Albufeira, putting you near activities like windsurfing, water skiing, and kayaking. There's plenty of fun with the 3 outdoor pools and indoor pool, and guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in massages, body wraps, and facials. Marés, one of 2 restaurants, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A poolside bar, a 24-hour fitness center, and a sauna are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff and beach location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 149 rooms
    • Arranged over 3 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
    • Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
    • Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets stay free
    • Service animals welcome
    • Food and water bowls available
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Secured covered onsite self parking (EUR 5 per day)
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
    • Free offsite parking within 33 ft
    • Street parking available
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • Coffee shop
  • 24-hour room service

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golf lessons nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Surf lessons nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 15 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (4413 square feet of space)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Romance packages

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Built in 2009
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • An indoor pool
  • Bicycle parking
  • Full-service spa
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Locally-owned & organized tours & activities
  • Local artist showcase
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall
  • Reception hall
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Minibar
  • Espresso maker
  • Bathrobes and slippers
  • Iron/ironing board (on request)

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Turndown service
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower only
  • Bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Toilet paper

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches

Special features

Spa

Wellness Hub Atlântico has 1 treatment room. Services include facials, body wraps, body scrubs, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and Turkish bath/hammam.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Marés - This restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Sombra - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Portuguese cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open select days.
Terra - This lobby lounge serves light fare only. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
Zénite - Overlooking the ocean, this rooftop bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Biosphere, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • 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.

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 35 for adults and EUR 17.50 for children

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs EUR 5 per day

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Facility access costs EUR 40 per person, per day. Facilities include a sauna, a spa, and a swimming pool.
  • Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM
  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

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.

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.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit on site.

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.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club

Property Registration Number 7284

Also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Does Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG?

Yes, there are 3 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a children's pool. Guests have pool access from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

Are pets allowed at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG?

Yes, pets stay free. Food and water bowls are available.

Is parking offered on site at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG?

Yes. Self parking costs EUR 5 per day. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.

Is there an onsite casino at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Vilamoura (28-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, hiking, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes spelunking. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and enjoy a swim in one of the 3 outdoor swimming pools. Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG also has an indoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center, as well as a sauna and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring Portuguese cuisine and ocean views.

Does Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.

What's the area around Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG like?

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG is a short 9-minute walk from Sao Rafael Beach and 11 minutes' walk from Arrifes Beach.

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Reviews

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Amenities

9.0

Staff & service

9.8

Property conditions & facilities

Guest review summary

What guests liked

  • The property's beach location is beautiful, with easy access to a picturesque beach and scenic cliffside views. (53 reviews)
  • Breakfast was consistently excellent with a wide variety of options and freshly prepared dishes. (31 reviews)
  • The pool area is beautiful, with three pools, plenty of loungers, and a variety of amenities. (23 reviews)
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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room was beautiful, staff friendly and welcoming, views were also amazing. Would reccomend and will definitely be coming back.
Iklaas Mohamed, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

great hotel with wonderful service , spacious and comfortable rooms
Alex, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, excellent staff and excellent beach spot.
Haitham, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

beautiful property, spotless, very kind and professional staff
Frances, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Friendly, attentive staff. Comfortable bed. Clean rooms. I didn’t use the spa. The gym could use another eliptical machine and a bench press machine, but it’s fairly well equipped. I recommend eating at other hotels and restaurants in the nearby area. Don’t order their pizza under any circumstances. It’s awful. You can walk to the small beach just to the north, and there is a lovely restaurant on the sand. Great spot for lunch or sunset drinks. The hotel beach is public, but was not crowded (Late March) and is beautiful. Breakfast is always a buffet, over priced, and there’s better food nearby. They offer bikes for free, which is a nice touch.
JOE, 8-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place, location and staff
Tony, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Spa was great and pool service and food was 10
Richard, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel, pools, gym bar and spa were all great! Would highly recommend.
Joe, 10-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were really friendly and accommodating. Grounds were well maintained and beautiful. Great experience
Kelly, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

The property was well appointed and clean.
rodney, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Incredible

First time away without the children for a luxury couples holiday. Outstanding staff, the hotel is amazing and has exceptional quality in all areas
Mrs Rebecca J, 7-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The hotel and grounds are superb. However the swimming pools are prohibitively cold, most guests fold they could not swim. Housekeeping did an excellent job, especially Rosie. The gym is great and the spa area was kept clean.
jane Ruth, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

We loved our stay at this hotel. The facilities were immaculate, the pool area was gorgeous, breakfast was lovely and the photos definitely don’t do the wellness centre enough justice. The gym was amazing as well as the indoor pool area and the spin studio. Would definitely return, every member of staff was so lovely and we had a very luxurious holiday!
Rianna, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely stunning hotel only 3 months old! The staff was wonderful and the service was amazing (esp Maria at the front desk)! I highly recommend staying here if you’re visiting Albuferia.
CHRISTINE, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Clean rooms, great spa but some facilities were not working.
Chetan, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Exceptional resort! Bed and bedding is 5 stars, and the garden view rooms are beyond beautiful. My highest recommendation!
Janet, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Andre and his team were excellent, the facility is first class and the food was excellent. The venue is very nice with three separate pools and beach access. We rented kayaks from the vendors in the beach to explore the caves…
Blake, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful hotel with stunning views. Just a few-minute walk to the beach, cliffs, restaurants and kayak tours. Service was exceptional, with staff being very helpful and polite. We very much enjoyed staying around the pool, which was very clean and with plenty of fresh towels available. My favourite part of the day was breakfast, with lots of options for everyone and freshly squeezed juice options and coffee prepared to order. There was even a chef who prepared omelettes, poached eggs and other 'specialities of the day' as requested. All products, such as bread, cheese, fruit and veg were tasty and good quality. There are plenty of decent, good restaurants within walking distance. I especially recommend Il Borgo (Italian) and Margem Sul (Portuguese-style steak was delicious).
Joanna, 7-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Newly refurbished hotel. Still some building works going on but this wasn't a problem. Staff were helpful but many obviously new to the service industry with a bit to learn still. The gym was very good and we used this every day. Very clean everywhere. Very good breakfast choices but the hot food was consistently cold, not helped by no warmed plates. Would I return - yes.
amanda, 6-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely newly renovated hotel new to the Kimpton brand (was in a bit of soft launch phase wating for peak season). Very friendly staff eager to help. Large well decorated rooms and bathrooms. Lovely pools and large grounds annd gardens which are immaculate. Few minutes walk to an amazing picturesque beach with restaurant (although wasn’t yet open too early in the season). Can do small treks to nearby beaches. Would recommend a car if staying for more than a couple of days as there isn’t much nearby.
Matthew, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A plush modern hotel with superb design features and warm colour scheme. Very large and comfortable room. I enjoyed a complimentary glass of procesco which was very welcoming. The staff were all very helpful and friendly. I consider $35 each morning excessive for breakfast. I opted for room service on a couple of occasions which was excellent - good in room breakfast and 24/7 menu. The pool bar for lunch was good as too was the rooftop bar. Whilst I found the food offered in the restaurant was of high quality I feel the menu was very limited for choice. A little disappointed that the other restaurant was closed as I think another dining option is needed. The gardens surrounding the hotel were attractive with a gate leading down to a very nice beach area complete with a good beach bar for lunch and drinks. A very interesting day trip was organised by the hotel which was delightful. I enjoyed my stay in idyllic surroundings.
Mary Teresa, 7-night trip
Verified

6/10 Good

Check in wasn’t the smoothest and one of the staff snapped at me when I followed up on a possible room upgrade. I did share feedback with the hotel and they promptly apologised. Appreciate it’s a fairly new hotel but that put me off adding breakfast to my booking for the duration of my stay and spa day as I’d intended. The hotel itself is beautiful and the majority of staff were accommodating. A shame that the first encounter put a damper on things especially with it being a birthday trip and first time in Algarve. On a positive note the hotel shared that feedback has been shared with the team to improve guest services so that’s positive.
Christina, 4-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The pool area and outside is gorgeous and perfect to chill in with three pools and a variety of sun loungers, athough it can get busy. Having said that the pool staff are so good, patient and fairly quick even when it is busy. However, I think sometimes other areas like reception were not always as efficient and sometimes took a really long time to answer calls. breakfast was nice but if you are vegetarian and don't eat eggs, I found hot options very limited. It is easy to make these and make them tasty, with not too much effort. For example, make scrambled tofu instead of eggs or even have some has browns or avocado on toast. We were limited in this respect. Overall a lovely hotel but not quite 5 stars.
Sophia, 6-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

The property was brand new when I visited - with trendy interiors, lovely rooms and near the sea. However, it felt like the hotel was running itself, I've never seen anything like that. The breakfast was packed withstaff wondering around not knowing what they were doing, we would schedule a fitness class and the instructors wouldn't show up, no one had a clue if yoga should be booked or not...it's just a never ending list. We were even lied that the instructor was ill (after no one bothered informing us that the class is not happening) and although we were promised they would schedule a class for the next day and call us, that never happened. The conciarge was lovely and tried helping but she can't run the whole hotel in addition to her regular job. Pools were lively but the number of sunbeds and sun umbrellas were way too low for the number of guests (all the sunbeds would be taken before 10am), I even saw people getting into a physical flight about them - staff didn't react even then, although I asked them to intervene. All in all, a lovely property but completely mismanaged which would probably prevent me from coming back as I don't need all this stress on holiday.
Ivana, 7-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This was a beautiful hotel with great beach access and some hiking paths. The room was spacious and the pool area was beautiful to lounge around in.
Irene, 3-night trip