Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel

Property class: 4
Family-friendly hotel in Tavira with 2 restaurants and spa

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Bring the kids when you stay at Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel, and they can enjoy the free kids' club. You can visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and Salinas, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • 2 restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool and outdoor pool
  • Free children's club
  • Health club
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Beach towels
  • Children's pool
  • Hot tub

For families (6)

  • Children's pool
  • Children's club (free)
  • Playground on site
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
$152 nightly
The total price is $161
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Business meets pleasure
This hotel balances work with wellness, offering meeting rooms and workstations alongside a full-service spa, fitness center, and 18-hole golf course.
Diverse culinary journey
International and Portuguese cuisine elevates dining at this hotel. A stylish bar and free full breakfast with vegan and vegetarian options await.

Room options

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

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • River view
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Double Room Single Use

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Superior Double Room Single Use, River View

  • River view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room (2 Adults + 1 Child)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room (3 Adults)

  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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

Superior Twin Room, River View (2 Adults + 1 Child)

  • River view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

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

Superior Twin Room, River View (3 Adults)

  • River view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Family Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 4 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside lamps, a desk with a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(14 reviews)
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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

Superior Twin Room, River View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • River view
  • 248 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a TV, and a door leading to another room.

Twin Room With River View

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a TV, and a window with curtains.

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Quatro Aguas Antigo, Arraial Ferreira neto, Tavira, 8800901

What's nearby

  • Ria Formosa Natural Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Old Town - 9 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Tavira Castle - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Roman Bridge - 10 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Ilha de Tavira Beach - 23 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 48 min drive
  • Tavira Station - 14 min drive
  • Conceição Train Station - 14 min drive
  • Vila Real Santo Antonio Cacela Station - 23 min drive
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Cafe Formosa - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Coisa Linda - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Bairrada - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Originato - ‬8 min drive
  • Restaurante Pavilhão Da Ilha

About this property

Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel

  • Bring the kids when you stay at Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel, and they can enjoy the free kids' club. You can visit the spa to be pampered with hot stone massages, body wraps, or aromatherapy, and Salinas, one of 2 restaurants, serves international cuisine and is open for lunch and dinner. Other highlights include an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a poolside bar.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 162 rooms
    • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is noon
    • Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
    • For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

    • One child (12 years old and younger) stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
    • Free children's club

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site

Offsite

    • Beach shuttle*

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Bar/lounge
  • Poolside bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)
  • Free children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Children's games

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Fitness classes
  • Karaoke
  • Pool table
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting rooms

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach towels
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 2000
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • Health club
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • An outdoor pool
  • An indoor pool
  • Arcade/game room
  • Full-service spa
  • Hot tub
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Steam room
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch LCD TV
  • Cable TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • Uses some LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Water-efficient toilets only

Special features

Spa

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps, and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub, and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

Dining

Salinas - This restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner. Open daily.
Grill Flor-de-Sal - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in Portuguese cuisine and serves dinner only. Open daily.
Quatro Aguas - This bar serves light fare only. Open daily.

Awards and affiliations

Sustainability Certifications
This property is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education). For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between November 12 and February 8.

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Facilities are accessible for an extra charge
  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub, and guests under 12 years old are only allowed in the swimming pool and health club with adult supervision
  • 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

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.

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.

Some water is reused through a grey water recycling system.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.

This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

This property requires guests to wear a swim cap in the indoor pool. Guests may bring their own cap or purchase one at the spa reception.

Children under 12 years old have access to the indoor pool from 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM; adult supervision is required.

Also known as

Albacora Hotel

Albacora Vila Galé

Hotel Albacora

Hotel Albacora Vila Galé

Eco Vila Gale Albacora Tavira

Hotel Vila Galé Albacora Tavira

Vila Albacora

Vila Galé Albacora

Vila Gale Albacora Hotel

Vila Galé Albacora Hotel

Vila Gale Albacora Tavira

Vila Galé Albacora Tavira

Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora Hotel

Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora Tavira

Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora Hotel Tavira

Frequently asked questions

Is Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel currently open?

The property is closed between November 12 and February 8.

Does Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel 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 Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel?

Yes, there's an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool.

Are pets allowed at Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM. Check-out time is noon. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Monte Gordo (24-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel and nearby?

Have fun with activities like cycling, fishing, and horseback riding, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel also has an outdoor pool, a sauna, and a steam room, as well as an arcade and a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel?

Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring international cuisine.

What's the area around Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel like?

Vila Gale Albacora Eco-Resort Hotel is located a short 1-minute walk from Ria Formosa Natural Park.

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