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Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

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Dates

November 2025

December 2025

Rooftop bar, ocean views, open selected days

Indoor pool, 3 outdoor pools, open 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM, pool umbrellas

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Exceptional

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Parking available

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Sesmarias, Albufeira, 8200-613

Place, Sao Rafael Beach
‪7 min walk‬
Place, Albufeira Marina
‪20 min walk‬
Place, Albufeira Old Town Square
‪6 min drive‬
Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
‪45 min drive‬

Room options

Premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Premium Room

30 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 Twin Bed

Room, 2 Single Beds (Essential)

Exceptional

30 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

61 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 Twin Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

35 sq m
Park view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Exceptional

35 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

35 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

35 sq m
Sea view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible

35 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

Wonderful

35 sq m
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

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Pool
Hot tub
Breakfast included
Spa

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

About the area

Albufeira

When you stay at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG in Albufeira, you'll be on the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Albufeira Marina and Sao Rafael Beach. .This beach hotel is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Albufeira Old Town Square and 10.9 mi (17.5 km) from Falesia Beach.

What's nearby

Sao Rafael Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
Albufeira Marina - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
Peneco Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
Albufeira Old Town Square - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
The Strip - 9 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 17 min drive
Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

‪Gate 4 café - ‬3 min drive
‪Fat Cats - ‬2 min drive
‪el barrio - ‬2 min drive
‪Spar - ‬2 min drive
‪Nosolo Italia - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

Luxury hotel on the beach, with 3 outdoor pools

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG offers 149 accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 40-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and blackout drapes/curtains. Hypo-allergenic bedding, irons/ironing boards, and change of towels can be requested. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

3 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with an indoor pool. In addition to a children's pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 149 guestrooms featuring minibars and espresso makers. Rooms have private furnished balconies. 40-inch LCD televisions with cable programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and bidets.

Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, which include 3 outdoor swimming pools, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center. This Art Deco hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and wedding services.

Grab a bite at Marés, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Snacks are also available at the coffee shop/cafe. Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar. Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee.

Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. Planning an event in Albufeira? This hotel has 4413 square feet (410 square meters) of space consisting of a conference center and 15 meeting rooms. Self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.

Continental breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:30 AM and 10:30 AM.

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.

Zenite - Overlooking the ocean, this rooftop bar serves dinner and light fare. Open select days.

24-hour room service is available.

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.

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

Free offsite parking within 10 metres
Street parking available
Secured, covered parking on site (EUR 5 per day)

Food and drink

Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 35 for adults and EUR 17.50 for children
2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

Marés
Sombra
Terra
Zenite

Things to do

24-hour gym
3 outdoor pools
Children's pool
Concerts/live shows
Full-service spa
Indoor pool
Sauna
TV in common areas

Family friendly

3 outdoor pools
Children's pool
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Turndown service
Wedding services

Business services

15 meeting rooms
24-hour business centre
Conference centre (4,413 square foot of space)

Outdoors

Garden
On the beach
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Full-service spa

Body scrubs
Body wraps
Facials
Hot tub
Massage
Sauna
Spa open daily
Treatment room
Turkish bath

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

1 building
3 floors
Art Deco architecture
Banquet hall
Built in 2009
Reception hall
Renovated entire property - May 2025
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Blackout drapes
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Premium bedding

Bathroom

Bidet
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
Rainfall showerhead
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Toothbrush and toothpaste
Towels provided

Entertainment

40-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Espresso maker
Minibar

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Iron/ironing board on request
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

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.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay free

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 35 for adults and EUR 17.50 for children
Covered self parking fee: EUR 5 per day
Facilities fee: EUR 40 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna; spa; swimming pool

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 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

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

Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

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

Property registration number 7284

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

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 under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is 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

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10 Excellent

Livia

Travelled with partner

14 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Our stay at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve was incredible. Our room looked brand new and the garden view was stunning. The staff were very accommodating and the service was amazing. The amenities this hotel offered were incredible as well. If you are looking for a relaxing 5 star hotel holiday, this is the right place. We would definitely come back!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ratchada, London

12 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Travelled with family

11 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This was a fantastic experience in this hotel. The staff was super nice. The breakfast was the most delicious I ever had and the décor of the hotel is very modern, not to mention the beautiful room with their comfortable bed. It’s 8 stars for me if I could. Thank you for the wonderful experience.😊😊❤️

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

10 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Amie

8 Aug 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Roman

Travelled with partner

7 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

I am not recommending to have a drinks in the bar or restaurant!!!!! One shout Of Tequila cost almost $100 (76 Euros) !!!, and the stuff didn't show the price upfront and I took Double shout for $200 , !!! The Whole bottle of Do Julio 1952 cost $150 in the store!

Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Travelled with family

5 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Lovely new property with beautiful decor and facilities however need more staff who are properly trained to provide a 5 star service. Breakfast service awful with tables left dirty and plates not cleared. Had to ask many times for coffee. Also pool service not great.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Travelled with partner

21 July 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very nice hotel. Will stay there again next time I am in Algarve

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Travelled with family

18 July 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CHRISTINE

Travelled with group

14 July 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

6 July 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with family

5 July 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Great place, location and staff

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi Yan Lam

Travelled with family

4 July 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Really lovely decor and staff. Newly refurbished from previous hotel (just over a year). Private deck leads you to the beach.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agon

29 June 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Karie

Travelled with group

19 June 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hospitality was excellent. The food and beverage's were sub par. I waited over an hour for a simple club sandwich at the rooftop bar and when I got it it was not tasty. We did have a good picture of margaritas at the pool but again it took close to an hour to get it.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

nicholas

12 June 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

7 June 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Darryl

25 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gorgeous hotel - service let it down

Really beautiful renovation of the hotel. Brilliant reception and spa staff. The waiting staff at both the pool and restaurant was a big let down unfortunately. Understandably, the hotel is in its “soft launch” phase but breakfast time was woeful. Took too long to get orders taken for drinks, then even longer to receive a coffee - often received after we’d finished eating. Cutlery wasn’t on the table and it arrived with the drinks which meant you’d be eating food from the buffet but have no cutlery. In my opinion, guests would rather serve themselves than have to wait for the service. Having filter coffee available for self serve would be my suggestion as well as having cutlery readily available at the buffet section. The waiting staff were beyond friendly but basic service was lacking. By the end of the week, our patience had run out unfortunately. Likewise at the pool, staff weren’t often visible and trying to get drinks at the pool was difficult. Saying that, the food was very tasty at breakfast and at the pool. We never ate dinner at the restaurant for fear of bad service again. I wouldn’t usually be so critical but it’s a 5 star hotel and the most basic things were missing. On a positive note, we had an amazing spa treatment and the bedroom was stunning. Great location to other great restaurants close by. Such a pity about the service as it really lets down what could be an amazing hotel. Hopefully just teething probs and will be sorted by mgmt soon.

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blake

Travelled with partner

25 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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…

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet, Atlanta

13 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Exceptional resort! Bed and bedding is 5 stars, and the garden view rooms are beyond beautiful. My highest recommendation!

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew, London

5 May 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ramiro

Business traveller

14 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Livia

12 Aug 2025

Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

MELANIE

Travelled with family

10 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Un très bon séjour dans cet établissement, bonne appréciation

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soffía

Travelled with family

2 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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About the area

Albufeira

What's nearby

Getting around

Restaurants

About this property

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

Awards and affiliations

Property amenities

Internet

Parking and transport

Food and drink

Restaurants on site

Things to do

Family friendly

Conveniences

Guest services

Business services

Outdoors

Full-service spa

Accessibility

More

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bathroom

Entertainment

Food and drink

More

Policies

Check-in

Check-out

Special check-in instructions

Access methods

Pets

Children and extra beds

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Optional extras

You need to know

We should mention

Property is also known as

Reviews

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG Reviews

Exceptional

9.8/10

8.8/10

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10/10 Excellent

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