The Best Hotels Closest to Sao Rafael Beach in Albufeira for 2026

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A courtyard with outdoor seating, a stone wall, and potted plants.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, and a wooden headboard. There is a bathroom visible through an open door.

A hotel lobby with a wooden reception desk, a patterned armchair, and a large world map on the wall.

A kitchen with a long countertop, various kitchen utensils, and a red cutting board.

1. Lost & Found - Guesthouse & Suites

1.9 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Andrés

₩89,065

₩100,525 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

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.

An outdoor patio area with wooden tables and chairs, a herringbone-patterned floor, and string lights.

2. Atlantic Bliss

Albufeira Center, 2.5 km from Sao Rafael Beach

James

₩56,073

₩59,437 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

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

3. Castelo Suites Hotel

1.8 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Parminder

₩250,783

₩265,830 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A resort with a swimming pool, multiple buildings, and a view of the sea.

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

₩168,102

₩178,193 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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.

5. Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

0.5 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Siddhika

₩253,858

₩269,089 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

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

A dining table with a fruit bowl, two glasses of orange juice, and a cup, set against a scenic ocean view.

6. São Rafael Holidays

0.4 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Henry

₩116,220

₩129,309 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

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

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

7. W Algarve

2 km from Sao Rafael Beach

sandy

₩373,571

₩395,985 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

A balcony with two white wicker chairs and a table, overlooking a cityscape with buildings and greenery.

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.

8. ETHOS Bertolina Wellness Urban Living.

Albufeira Old Town, 3 km from Sao Rafael Beach

sean

₩141,495

₩149,984 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A room with white tables, metal stools, a patterned floor, a brick wall, and a hanging sign that reads "This is your Comfort Zone."

A sunny courtyard with a wooden deck, outdoor seating, and a view of the surrounding buildings.

A bedroom with a wooden ceiling, a bed with white bedding, a teal headboard, and two bedside tables with lamps.

A room with a circular bamboo mirror, a blue cabinet, and a wall with a blue abstract painting.

9. Son of a Beach Hostel

Albufeira Old Town, 2.9 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Amy

₩87,873

₩99,261 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

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.

A coastal hotel with a tiled roof, multiple balconies, and a view of the beach and sea.

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

₩129,812

₩137,601 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A breakfast setup with champagne, pastries, and a city view.

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

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

11. Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

Albufeira Old Town, 3 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Antonia

₩122,600

₩136,072 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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.

12. Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only

Albufeira Old Town, 2.9 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Richard

₩224,157

₩237,607 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel with a large swimming pool surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas, multiple balconies, and a well-lit facade.

A table set for breakfast with a view of the sea, wicker chairs, and a balcony railing.

A modern hotel lobby with a large glass window, a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, and a reception desk.

A spacious lobby with a high ceiling, large windows, and a central reception desk.

13. Cerro Mar Atlantico & Cerro Mar Garden

Albufeira Center, 3.2 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Johanna

₩163,464

₩179,387 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

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

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.

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

14. Peneco Albufeira GuestHouse - Hostel

Albufeira Old Town, 2.8 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Sue

₩103,843

₩116,197 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 3 - Oct 4

A coastal beach with rocky cliffs, clear blue sea, and boats.

A modern living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and wall-mounted shelves with decorative items.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a clear view of the ocean, and modern buildings in the background.

A balcony with a view of the sea, a table with fruits, and a tiled floor.

15. Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances

0.7 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Rosa

₩131,255

₩145,246 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 23 - Oct 24

A terrace with yellow lounge chairs and umbrellas, a palm tree, and a view of the sea.

A modern kitchen with bar stools, a dining area with wicker chairs, and a bar counter with a vase of flowers.

A multi-story building with a brick base and white upper floors, featuring balconies and a staircase leading to the upper levels.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and buildings.

16. Alfagar Cerro Malpique

Albufeira Center, 3.2 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Binny

₩128,514

₩142,341 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 24 - Oct 25

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

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.

17. W Residences Algarve

1.9 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Alexandre

₩488,957

₩518,297 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and modern buildings.

A breakfast setting with croissants, orange juice, toast, and fruits on a table with a view of outdoor seating and palm trees.

A breakfast table with croissants, scrambled eggs, toast, fruit, and juice by a poolside with lounge chairs and palm trees.

A resort with multiple buildings, a central swimming pool, and a tennis court.

18. Apartamentos Turísticos Pateo Village

2.6 km from Sao Rafael Beach

"We had a roof terrace that we loved, 1 bedrooms apartment between 2 adults, 2 children and an infant. The room was spacious and clean, offered what we needed and were happy to recommend Pateo Village. It was a 10 minute walk down into old town. With a park on the way if you go the right way. If I had to pick the bones out of it, maybe the shop could be a bit more reasonable in price and the entertainment wasn’t on this year. We didn’t eat in the bar so cannot comment on that. The...

David

₩103,515

₩115,837 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 15 - Oct 16

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

A large swimming pool surrounded by palm trees and a multi-story hotel building with balconies.

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

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

19. NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

0.6 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Michael Gar Wing

₩154,479

₩163,748 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

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

A spacious dining area with high ceilings, large windows, and a view of the landscape.

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

20. Hotel Baia Grande

1 km from Sao Rafael Beach

Joumana

₩143,774

₩152,400 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Sao Rafael Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Lost & Found - Guesthouse & Suites	9.6 Exceptional 63 reviews	View
Atlantic Bliss	9.6 Exceptional 20 reviews	View
Castelo Suites Hotel	9.4 Exceptional 17 reviews	View
Vila Gale Collection Praia Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 448 reviews	View
Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG	9.4 Exceptional 168 reviews	View

Top Sao Rafael Beach Hotel Reviews

Lost & Found - Guesthouse & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"Endroit superbe avec des gens très accueillants. Bien situé, hors de la cohue mais quand même près des attraits. Deux marchés à proximité et des restaurants de qualité pas trop loin. Nous y retournerions sans hésitation."

Hotel Mar à Vista

10/10 Excellent

"We arrived with no high expectations as we’d booked quite late on and was one of the cheaper options but were certainly not disappointed. Small and quiet hotel in a nice area (away from the noise but easily walkable to Old Town), small but adequate outside pool with sun beds that were never very busy, friendly staff and nice clean room. Easy 10 min walk to a great beach, the Marina is also only a 15 min walk and worth a visit. Can’t really fault the hotel, you get what you pay for and I’d say this was very good value with a good daily breakfast thrown in."

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent hotel. Amazing room and outdoor facilities."

São Rafael Holidays

10/10 Excellent

"We loved everything about this hotel ! So much we booked an additional night. Very high end area with beautiful walkable restaurants and private beaches. The views are gorgeous. The breakfast and the staff are lovely. Of the five hotels we visited so far on our trip - this one was our favorite!"

Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances

8/10 Good

"The room was spacious and equipped with toiletries, a fridge and kettle. Some aspects were a little dated but overall a good space. The same goes for the rest of the hotel, it had a mixture of beautiful spaces with slightly more dated ones. The breakfast had a vast assortment. The outdoor swimming pool was not heated but the indoor facilities were lovely. The location was excellent, in a quiet area but close to a few beaches. We enjoyed our stay and found the staff very helpful."

Frentomar

8/10 Good

"Location to the beach and Old Town was great and lots of good eating places in walking distance. The room was clean with a great shower and the AC worked well. Staff was accommodating and helpful. Only suggestion is to have more than one key for the outer door and room. Not 5 star but a clean, convenient and pleasant place to stay in Alburfeira."

Belver Boa Vista Hotel & Spa - Adults Only

8/10 Good

"I didn't like the bathtub shower combo. The tub is very high and no security bars to hold onto for getting in and out. Need more hooks and shelves in bathroom to put things on."

NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

10/10 Excellent

"Family friendly hotel at perfect location."

Hotel Baia Grande

8/10 Good

"Hotels not that big. Perfect really. Had a great time with the family, made it feel relaxed and peaceful. Theres just a few things that need improving, we found spiders and ants in my room. We could never quite figure out the lights. The Pool closed 7pm which I felt was a bit early, especially being in the Summer. They also do BBQ nights on Thursday… when we called it was fully booked. We would have loved to have experienced it, so perhaps encouraging guests to reserve in advance would help or cater for more. Towels for some reason are changed up at reception instead of the pool area which I found inconvenient. Overall, these were only minor issues and didn’t take away from what was a lovely family holiday. We’d happily return."

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Albufeira Marina

8.4/10 (1,417 reviews)

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Nossa Senhora da Orada Convent

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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, check out the 192 hotels and other accommodations 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 traveler data, and this guesthouse 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 can I expect to find near Sao Rafael Beach?

Expedia has 192 hotels and other accommodations 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, most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Sao Rafael Beach.

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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.

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Our top choices for Sao Rafael Beach hotels

1. Lost & Found - Guesthouse & Suites

2. Atlantic Bliss

3. Castelo Suites Hotel

4. Vila Gale Collection Praia Hotel

5. Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

6. São Rafael Holidays

7. W Algarve

8. ETHOS Bertolina Wellness Urban Living.

9. Son of a Beach Hostel

10. Vila São Vicente - Adults Only

11. Hotel Indigo Albufeira by IHG

12. Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only

13. Cerro Mar Atlantico & Cerro Mar Garden

14. Peneco Albufeira GuestHouse - Hostel

15. Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances

16. Alfagar Cerro Malpique

17. W Residences Algarve

18. Apartamentos Turísticos Pateo Village

19. NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

20. Hotel Baia Grande

Compare popular hotels close to Sao Rafael Beach

Top Sao Rafael Beach Hotel Reviews

Lost & Found - Guesthouse & Suites

Hotel Mar à Vista

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

São Rafael Holidays

Hotel Maritur - Adults Only by Pierre & Vacances

Frentomar

Belver Boa Vista Hotel & Spa - Adults Only

NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

Hotel Baia Grande

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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