The Magnolia Hotel

4.0 star property
Family-friendly hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast
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Suite | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels, TV, streaming services
Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge
Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk

Explore the area

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Estrada da Quinta do Lago, Loulé, 8135-106
  • Place, Ria Formosa Natural Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Quinta Shopping Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Laranjal Golf Course
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬
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Room options

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 Double Bed

Family Cottage, 2 Bedrooms

  • 861 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 473 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room (Plus)

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 279 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Almancil

The Magnolia Hotel places you next to Ria Formosa Natural Park and a short stroll from other popular sights like Quinta Shopping Center. This 4-star hotel has 84 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Ria Formosa Natural Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Quinta Shopping Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Laranjal Golf Course - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Quinta do Lago South - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Quinta do Lago North - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Loule Station - 9 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪austa - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Lahana - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Bamboo Restaurant & Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tony’s - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪A Floresta - ‬3 min drive

About this property

The Magnolia Hotel

Family-friendly hotel with a full-service spa and free breakfast
The Magnolia Hotel features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a gym. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 42 per vehicle one-way. Multilingual staff at the front desk are standing by 24/7 to help with securing valuables, tours or tickets, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a sauna, free WiFi in public areas, and a meeting room.
42-inch flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with Egyptian cotton sheets ensure a restful night. Other amenities include furnished balconies or patios, minibars, and safes.
A health club and complimentary bicycles are featured at the hotel. In addition to an outdoor pool, other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 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 deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and Swedish massages. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Arcade/game room
  • Art gallery
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Health club
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's games
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Pool toys
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Coworking space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • 2 treatment rooms
  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Reflexology
  • Sports massages
  • Swedish massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • 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 1.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 42 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

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
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 fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. 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. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and outdoor lighting.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to made in advance for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Magnolia Golf Wellness Hotel Almancil
Magnolia Golf Wellness Hotel Adults Almancil
Magnolia Golf Wellness Almancil
Magnolia Golf Wellness
Magnolia Golf Wellness Hotel Adults
Magnolia Golf Wellness Adults Almancil
Magnolia Hotel Almancil
Magnolia Almancil
Magnolia Golf Wellness Hotel Adults Only
Magnolia Golf Wellness Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at The Magnolia Hotel?

The Magnolia Hotel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at The Magnolia Hotel?

As of Dec 2, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Magnolia Hotel on Dec 14, 2025 start from $133.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do around The Magnolia Hotel?

This hotel is located in Loulé, just steps from Ria Formosa Natural Park. You'll also find Quinta Shopping Center and Laranjal Golf Course less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at The Magnolia Hotel?

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

Is there a spa available at The Magnolia Hotel?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include deep-tissue massages, prenatal massages, body wraps, and couples treatments.

Does The Magnolia Hotel feature a casino?

No, The Magnolia Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at The Magnolia Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is The Magnolia Hotel a good place to stay for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and a restaurant.

Does The Magnolia Hotel have a hot tub?

No, but guests can enjoy a steam room at this hotel.

Does The Magnolia Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, The Magnolia Hotel serves free buffet breakfast each morning from its restaurant.

Does The Magnolia Hotel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at The Magnolia Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at The Magnolia Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to The Magnolia Hotel?

The closest major airport to The Magnolia Hotel is Faro Intl. Airport (FAO), which is 9.5 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Magnolia Hotel?

Yes, every guestroom at The Magnolia Hotel comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring garden or courtyard views.

Reviews

The Magnolia Hotel Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 97 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 55 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 163 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clodagh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was a decent size with balcony. Great shower & big bed!! Pool area was great, just what we needed to chill for a few days. Walkable to the Bouganvilla shopping centre with designer outlets, restaurants and pubs like the fabulous Cheeky Pup!! And a short drive from all the great beach restaurants like Maria’s, Julia’s, Izzy’s etc. Staff were all lovely and so helpful - many thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

manu

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are laid out to a good standard, nicely decorated hotel , contemporary look , verh clean and well presented .. Staff were great hosts and very helpful/polite..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graeme

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

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

Maggie Rocks!

Really amazing hotel, so surprising as looks so small! Rooms quaint, but super comfy beds. Air con is amazing. Gym great size, plus spa included for sauna and jacuzzi and steam room! Breakfast also fantastic and the staff were always friendly with a smile - thanks Maggie too!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mats

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Russell

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

Amazing boutique hotel.

Excellent. Second time here and we’ll be back for sure. Very clean, you always see staff paying attention to detail on cleanliness. Food is good, beds are comfy, location is great, superb hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Derek

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent layout, super location and wonderful staff
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phoebe

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was great - you can borrow bikes to get into Quinta shopping in about 3 minutes. Ubers are extremely quick, reliable and cheap to get into other areas such as Vale do Lobo (around 4 euros!). Lovely pool, amazing breakfast with so much to choose from. The only downside would be how loud the aircon was in our room.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
The stay was ok service was good. The room from the pictures was not what I expected. Room was small and very little room for suit cases. Not what the pictures looked like. That type of room I would expect to pay half of what it cost.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
50s inspired styled hotel, nice facilities, great breakfast convenient location, easy to get transport.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

LINDA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was excellent, room and facilities maintained to a very high standard. All staff, whether in the breakfast room or reception were extremely helpful and friendly. A pavement from the hotel to either QDL or Vale Do Lobo would be the icing on the cake! Ubers are very reliable and plentiful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rob

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quite a quirky, cool hotel and had a really excellent stay and great value for money. Staff were all really helpful and exceptional service, breakfast was fantastic too. Great location and would highly recommend as very good value for money.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

wayne

Traveled with partner
Great staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent resort in a perfect location. Service was spectacular! Loved the pool area and complimentary breakfast. Can’t recommend this place enough for your stay in the Algarve!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was amazing! Staff very helpful and attentive. Lovely location and pretty peaceful
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Slightly Disappointing

The toilet was the most concerning as you couldn’t sit on it without squashing yourself against the marble top that houses the sink which had 2 cracks through it too. Must cramped uncomfortable toilet I’ve ever experienced. The walls scuffed and the extendable mirror rusty overlooking the balcony the lower rooms had very unkempt area they walked to their doors. No tea or coffee facilities and not even a hairdryer in the rooms. Having said all that the breakfast was lovely and the staff very pleasant.
Toilet
Sink I think I can’t see the pic
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Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Slightly Disappointing

The toilet was the most concerning as you couldn’t sit on it without squashing yourself against the marble top that houses the sink which had 2 cracks through it too. Must cramped uncomfortable toilet I’ve ever experienced. The walls scuffed and the extendable mirror rusty overlooking the balcony the lower rooms had very unkempt area they walked to their doors. No tea or coffee facilities and not even a hairdryer in the rooms. Having said all that the breakfast was lovely and the staff very pleasant.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024