NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

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Dates

December 2025

January 2026

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

Pet friendly
All inclusive
Bar
Room service
Parking included

Explore the area

Sesmarias 8200-613, Albufeira, 8200-613

Place, Sao Rafael Beach
‪10 min walk‬
Place, Arrifes Beach
‪12 min walk‬
Place, Albufeira Marina
‪20 min walk‬
Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
‪44 min drive‬

Room options

Family Room

646 sq ft
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Bed

Family Room, Connecting Rooms (Plus)

Exceptional

969 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
3 Queen Beds OR 6 Twin Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Wonderful

646 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sea view
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Sea View

Wonderful

968 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sea view
Sleeps 6
4 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Minibar, in-room safe, blackout drapes, soundproofing

Double Room, 2 Twin Beds

Wonderful

279 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Twin Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Very good

646 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 4
2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

969 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Albufeira

Sao Rafael Beach is a short stroll from NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive, and other popular attractions like Albufeira Marina are within a mile (2 km). This 105-room, 5-star hotel welcomes guests with 2 restaurants, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

Sao Rafael Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
Arrifes Beach - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles
Albufeira Marina - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
Coelha Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
Evaristo Beach - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 17 min drive
Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

‪Gate 4 café - ‬2 min drive
‪Fat Cats - ‬20 min walk
‪el barrio - ‬2 min drive
‪Spar - ‬2 min drive
‪Nosolo Italia - ‬2 min drive

About this property

NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a full-service spa

At NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. Free parking is available if you drive. The front desk has multilingual staff on hand 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and securing valuables. If you like to take your furry friend along on your adventures, this pet-friendly property offers food and water bowls. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include a children's pool, a 24-hour gym, and a sauna.

50-cm TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers, free toiletries, slippers, and bidets. Other amenities include balconies, minibars, and safes.

An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include an outdoor tennis court, a sauna, and a 24-hour fitness center.

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

The onsite spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, sports massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and Ayurvedic. 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.

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4 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine

Pool
Spa
Kids pool
Free WiFi

$107 nightly

Nov 30 - Dec 1

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

Free secured self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

2 restaurants
A bar/lounge
A poolside bar
Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

Pool Side Bar (Sazonal)
Tascaria São Rafael
The Garden
Tiny Leaf Lobby Bar

Things to do

24-hour gym
Children's pool
Free children's club
Full-service spa
Indoor pool
Outdoor pool
Outdoor tennis court
Playground
Sauna
Steam room

Family friendly

Children's pool
Free children's club
In-room babysitting (surcharge)
Indoor pool
Laundry facilities
Microwave on request
Outdoor pool
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Supervised activities for children

Conveniences

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

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

Computer station

Outdoors

Garden
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Terrace

Full-service spa

2 treatment rooms
Aromatherapy
Ayurvedic treatments
Body wraps
Couples treatment rooms
Facials
Hot stone massages
Hot tub
Prenatal massages
Sauna
Spa open daily
Sports massages
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.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

4 floors
Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes

Bathroom

Bidet
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Slippers
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

50-cm TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

24-hour room service
Microwave on request
Minibar

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Phone
Safe
Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property welcomes pets for EUR 25 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of EUR 100 per stay
Dogs and cats only
Pet weight must not exceed 22 lbs per pet
Pets may not be left unsupervised
Food and water bowls are available
Restrictions apply
For more information, guests can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

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.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Pet deposit: EUR 100 per stay
Pet fee: EUR 25 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
Spa fee: EUR 20 per day

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, debit 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; cash is not accepted

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

Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
No cribs or infant beds are available.

Property is also known as

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Cs Sao Rafael Suite Hotel

Rafael Suite

Rafael Suite Hotel

São Rafael Hotel

São Rafael Suite

São Rafael Suite Albufeira

São Rafael Suite Hotel

São Rafael Suite Hotel Albufeira

Sao Rafael Suites Albufeira, Portugal - Algarve

São Rafael Suite Hotel All Inclusive Albufeira

São Rafael Suite Hotel All Inclusive

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São Rafael Suite All Inclusive

Frequently asked questions

Will I find all-inclusive rates at NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive?

NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive has all inclusive rates that come with all meals and onsite activities included.

Are free cancellation options available at NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive?

NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive offers free cancellation on certain room rates. To learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to see near NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive?

This hotel is located in Albufeira, a short 14-minute walk from Sao Rafael Beach and also 13 minutes on foot from Arrifes Beach. You'll also find Albufeira Old Town Square and Albufeira Marina within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Is there a spa at NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include sports massages, hot stone massages, Ayurvedic treatments, and body wraps.

Does NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive have a casino at the property?

No, NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive?

Yes, this hotel has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive?

This boutique hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and 2 restaurants.

Are there hot tubs at NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive?

Yes, guests can enjoy a spa tub at this hotel.

Does NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive has 2 restaurants, and serves breakfast for a surcharge.

Will NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, cats and dogs are welcome at NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive for a fee of EUR 25 per pet, per night. The property also provides food and water bowls. A deposit of EUR 100 per stay is collected.

Does NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive?

The closest major airport to NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive is Portimao (PRM), which is 22.4 mi away (37 minutes by car). Another top airport is Faro Intl. Airport (FAO), which is located 29.4 mi away (42-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies at NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive?

Yes, every guestroom at NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive comes with a balcony with some featuring sea or garden views.

NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive Reviews

8.4

Very Good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

8/10 Good

Kate

Traveled with family

Aug 23, 2025

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

Lovely big room, pool area clean with plenty of loungers. Dining options were a little limited, even though all inclusive there were not always everything available. The indoor spa area was a real let down. We got upgraded which was a nice touch and the staff were excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anca

Traveled with family

Aug 23, 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary John

Aug 22, 2025

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Bryan

Aug 20, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

OSCAR

Aug 18, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rakesh

Traveled with partner

Aug 3, 2025

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

Amazing boat trip.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Johan, San Diego

Traveled with family and small children

Jul 16, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Terrible. Outdated. Not enough pool lounge chairs. Bad food selection. Mold in the bathroom and shower. Outdated amenities… the list goes on.

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jagdeep

Jul 11, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Johan, San Diego

Jul 10, 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family

Jul 6, 2025

Liked: Room comfort

Disliked: Cleanliness

Would skip this resort for my next trip

The Good: 1. Clean and spacious rooms – a key reason the reviewer chose this resort. 2. Free and easy parking – readily available with no hassle. 3. Fast and easy check-in – smooth arrival process. 4. Quality toiletries – included L'Occitane en Provence products. 5. Spacious mini fridge – good for storing essentials. 6. Friendly pool bartenders – described as nice and knowledgeable. 7. Friendly entertainment staff – added to the overall positive atmosphere. The Bad: 1. Overpriced – did not meet expectations for the cost. 2. Room AC off at check-in – took 1.5 hours to cool down the room. 3. Beach towel policy changed mid-stay – limited to one towel per person from the third day onward; felt unhygienic. 4. Misleading “bottled water included” – only provided one bottle on the first day. 5. Room damage and cleanliness issues – bed and closet had visible damage; headboard was visibly dirty. 6. Exaggerated “sea view” – only a distant, partial view of the sea. 7. Poor food quality and variety – buffet was limited, unimpressive, and unclean. 8. Other local restaurants far superior – even fast food nearby was better than the hotel buffet. 9. Pest problem – flies and mosquitoes present throughout, even inside the restaurant. 10. No tissues/Kleenex in the room – had to purchase our own from local stores. 11. General disappointment – compared to experiences in Spain or Greece, this resort felt subpar and not generous or accommodating.

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Donna

Jul 5, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Room comfort

Not a 5*

The food and service where acceptable but not 5* No facilities in the room, no kettle, tea, coffee, sugar or milk. No fresh water daily only on arrival. The room was very basic not even cushions on the sofa. Balcony was small with the most uncomfortable chairs ever. No wonder no one sat on the balcony’s. Loungers around the pool need to be replaced as dated, the pool wasn’t clean had green in the bottom in patches. When asking for a taxi the hotel call a transfer company, they are around 3 to 4 euros more expensive. Best get a taxi number and call yourself!

Stayed 11 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yelyzaveta

Traveled with family

Jun 21, 2025

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

Amazing hotel. Already 2nd time staying here. Front office team is amazing. They are very welcoming, friendly, professional. Huge thank you for such efforts to accommodate us in our room earlier. Room is huge, 2 rooms, 2 bathrooms, balcony, spacius,clean. Amazing service from housekeeping keeping our room clean. Loved the amenities in bathroom with branded L'Occitane products. Restaurant is great, food is super delicious, big varieties of different dishes. Loved the services at restaurant, all the staff is super attentive. 2 pools, plenty of space to stay around even if the hotel is fully booked. Good food at the snack bar by the pool. Loved the 'juice of the day', of course cocktails. Spa is good, worth to visit. Overall our stay was amazing, coming vack next year.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Chad

Traveled with family

Jun 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

The hotel looks lovely online and for some this may be an exceptional option but for us, it was an unfortunate mistake. Upon arrival, the room had no power and maintenance needed to troubleshoot the issue. The pool was exceptionally cold. The hotel is lacking of signage to help find the way around. The beach is a hike and not as close as advertised. The beach is mostly seaweed with very little useable area. All inclusive means all things are included except what they exclude such as the sit down restaurant, drinks that aren’t in there all inclusive list, the golf simulator is 40 euro extra per person. The bar has no frozen drinks. No washcloths available for showering (which is common in some EU countries). The hotel is quite dated. The elevators many times were not working and when they were the buttons take a lot of force to engage. It’s very noisy on the 1st floor above the restaurant until at least 11pm as they cleanup and slide chairs across the floor. No eating food around the pool. As I say, this may be perfectly fine for some but comparing to many hotels we have visited, this is not for us and we can’t recommend.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Courtney Elise, Drighlington

Traveled with partner

Jun 6, 2025

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

Great stay, would say it’s a 4 star over a 5 star. There was a few attention to detail that were overlooked. Toilet by the pool messy and out of toilet roll, not checked regularly enough. Decking area in the pool bar needed jet washing. Some of the sun loungers needed an upgrade due to being stretched. It’s the little details that make Hotels 5 star. This was lacking a few of them. However overall a great Hotel, good location. Staff very good and all really friendly. Would have been nice to have been able to dine in both restaurants on the all inclusive even if you only offered one night in the Tapas restaurant so you could try it. Rooms are ready for an upgrade but entrance area and restaurant are lovely. Worth a visit!

Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Pankaj

Jun 5, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Aleta Scott

Traveled with family

Jun 4, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Not everything is included! It’s fine but for the price, I was expecting more and better food

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Soonju

May 13, 2025

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Darryl

May 3, 2025

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ivan

Apr 20, 2025

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disappointing Stay at NAU Sao Rafael Suites

While the bedrooms at NAU Sao Rafael certainly offered a generous amount of space, unfortunately, the quality of the accommodations left much to be desired. The balcony doors proved to be a daily struggle, stiff and difficult to manoeuvre. Stepping onto the balcony itself was equally unappealing, as it was noticeably dirty and showed signs of disrepair, with elements appearing to be falling apart. Inside, the poor quality continued with the beds. One side of our bed had a significant structural issue, causing a noticeable slope that made for an uncomfortable night's sleep. Adding to this discomfort were the pillows, which offered virtually no support. When I raised this issue with the front desk, I was simply informed that no alternative pillows were available, which was quite disappointing. The bathrooms, while spacious, lacked any form of ventilation, the in-room fridge was out of order, with a freezer door that wouldn't close properly, resulting in any refrigerated items becoming frozen solid. The pools were indeed large, but sadly, they also suffered from poor quality. The sun loungers were filthy, and a number were broken. The pools were dirty, which deterred us from taking a swim. The food offered was of acceptable quality, although the repetitive nature of the meals became tiresome. On occasion, the fruit selection appeared to have been sitting for an extended period, becoming soggy and unappetising. The desserts, however, were a pleasant exception.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ugur

Apr 12, 2025

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

Very very good

Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Apr 11, 2025

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

A lovely stay with the family.

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Liz

Apr 6, 2025

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

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Traveled with family

Mar 20, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Nice spacious rooms! The all inclusive meals were convenient.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group

Mar 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Traveled with group

Mar 8, 2025

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

Everyone was so accommodating. Richard who helped us at dinner was exceptionally kind and very helpful! The staff went out of their way to make our stay as pleasant as it was. Will definitely plan on staying here in the future

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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NAU Sao Rafael Suites – All Inclusive Reviews

Very Good

9.0/10

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8.6/10

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8/10 Good

Kate

Kate

8/10 Good

Anca