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Água-Viva by Umbral

2.0 star property
Guesthouse with a seasonal outdoor pool, 8-minute walk to The Strip

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Close to Praia dos Alemães and Oura Beach, Água-Viva by Umbral has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Superior Double Room | Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Satellite channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room | Free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Satellite channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Twin Room | Free WiFi

Superior Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Satellite channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Twin Room | Free WiFi

Twin Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Satellite channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Triple Room | Free WiFi

Triple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Satellite channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Quadruple Room | Free WiFi

Quadruple Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Satellite channels
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed
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About the neighborhood

Albufeira is home to Água-Viva by Umbral. Balaia Golf Village and Albufeira Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oura Beach and Praia dos Alemães. Vilamoura Tennis Center and Krazy World Zoo are also worth visiting. Visit our Albufeira travel guide
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Rua Vasco da Gama 9, Areia de Sao Joao, Albufeira, 8200

What's nearby

  • stunning beach in Albufeira during summer (Algarve region), Portugal
    Praia dos Alemães
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Beach strip in the famous resort area of Portugal - Albufeira
    The Strip
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oura Beach featuring boating, rugged coastline and general coastal views
    Oura Beach
    10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Albufeira Old Town Square showing a sunset and a city
    Albufeira Old Town Square
    3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Aveiros Beach
    3 min walk - 0.3 km

Getting around

  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station
    15 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO)
    46 min drive

Restaurants

  • Wild & Co.
    8 min walk
  • Nosolo Agua
    9 min walk
  • Donaldo's
    7 min walk
  • Albufeira US 66
    8 min walk
  • Matt's Bar
    8 min walk

About this property

Água-Viva by Umbral

Guesthouse near The Strip
Close to Praia dos Alemães and Oura Beach, Água-Viva by Umbral has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Água-Viva by Umbral have comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Free toiletries and hair dryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, kitchenettes, and heating

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between midnight and 8:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 200 per stay
  • 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

  • Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between midnight and 8:00 AM

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from March 02 to October 31

Frequently asked questions

Does Água-Viva by Umbral have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Água-Viva by Umbral pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Água-Viva by Umbral doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Água-Viva by Umbral?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available from midnight– 8:00 AM for a fee of EUR 20.

What time is check-out at Água-Viva by Umbral?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Água-Viva by Umbral located?

Situated in Albufeira, this guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Aveiros Beach and The Strip. Oura Beach and Praia dos Alemães are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Água-Viva by Umbral Reviews

8.0

Very Good

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the place was fine just a couple of idiotic people up the road but for a nice place to stay it was fine
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

MURILO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bom custo benefício. Bom atendimento. Infelizmente o ar quente precisou de manutenção externa e mesmo assim o controle remoto desconfigurou pois é universal. Com temperaturas de 6° dormir no frio foi mt ruim!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026