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Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort

4.0 star property
Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Carvoeiro Beach

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Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

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Vale De Centeanes-Praia Do Carvoeiro, Lagoa, 8400-525
  • Place, Percurso dos Sete Vales Suspensos
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Vale Centeanes Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Carvoeiro Beach
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lagoa

Carvoeiro Beach is within a mile (2 km) of Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort, and other popular attractions like Benagil Beach are within a few miles (5 km). This 4-star hotel has 121 guestrooms and offers a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and an indoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Percurso dos Sete Vales Suspensos - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Vale Centeanes Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Algar Seco Rocks - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Carvoeiro Boardwalk - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Carvoeiro Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles

Getting around

  • Silves Station - 17 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Boneca Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sky Bar@Tivoli - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪O Stop - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪casa algarvia carvoeiro - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Rocha Brava Coffee Shop & Bar - ‬18 min walk

About this property

Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort

Beach hotel with outdoor pool, near Carvoeiro Beach
Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort features a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. You can take advantage of free parking, along with a free area shuttle. Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a children's pool, a gym, and a sauna.
LCD TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers, free toiletries, and bidets. Furnished balconies, minibars, and coffee makers are other standard amenities.
An outdoor tennis court and a health club are featured at the hotel. An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool are on site. 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.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the onsite spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include hot stone massages, Thai massages, facials, and body treatments. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: WiFi (EUR 4.50 per hour)

Parking and transportation

  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Ecotours
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's pool
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room crib
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate bedroom
  • 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
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 22 square feet of conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Outdoor treatment areas
  • Thai massages
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance 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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 57.0 per night
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 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.

The charges below are included in your overall room price:

  • New Year's Day gala dinner fee
  • Christmas Day gala dinner fee

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.

  • Fee for wireless internet in public areas: EUR 4.50 per hour (rates may vary)
  • In-room safe fee: EUR 2.50 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 57.0 per night

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: 2 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • 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:

  • A charge for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner on December 25 is included in the total price shown.
  • A charge for a mandatory New Year's Day gala dinner on January 1 is included in the total price shown.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Baía Cristal Beach
Baía Cristal Beach Carvoeiro
Hotel Baía Cristal Beach Resort
Hotel Baía Cristal Beach Resort Carvoeiro

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort?

This hotel in Lagoa is within a 10-minute walk of Vale Centeanes Beach and Percurso dos Sete Vales Suspensos. You'll also find Carvoeiro Beach and Benagil Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include Thai massages, hot stone massages, and aromatherapy.

Does Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort?

This waterfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a poolside bar, and an ocean-view restaurant.

Does Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort have a hot tub?

No, but this hotel does have a steam room.

Does Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort.

Does Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort?

The closest major airport to Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort is Portimao (PRM), which is 11.7 mi away (23 minutes by car). Another top airport is Faro Intl. Airport (FAO), which is around 27.3 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort?

Yes, every guestroom at Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort comes with a furnished balcony with some featuring sea or park views.

Hotel Baía Cristal Beach & Spa Resort Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 142 out of 461 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 198 out of 461 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 78 out of 461 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 29 out of 461 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 461 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Prafulkumar

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandria June

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Second time staying here and we love it. Staff are lovely. Views are incredible. Only slight issue is there were ants in the kitchen
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Dolores, Canonsburg

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The main thing we did not like was the wall outside our room was covered in black bugs, that came into the room when you opened door. We mentioned that to management. When we came back to room we found a can of bug spray? Otherwise, pool area was great. Lovely view.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Beautiful beach stay, just needs rooms deep cleand

A wonderfully quiet, safe, and overall good stay. Big buffet breakfast included was delicious, staff was friendly. Only thing keeping it from getting a perfect score is the mold in the bathroom tiles, very uncomfortable beds, and the sofa stain (or at least I hope it was soda) on the ceiling of the room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

4/10 Poor

EFFAT

Disliked: Staff & service
The was a problem with checking they gave us a room in the old part with No view and no elevator had to climb the steps with our luggage and had a really bad start my wife started crying and couldn’t sleep next morning we begged for a good room they finally gave us a different room in the newer section and wasted time to check in again the room was much better but never forget the start Thank you and regards
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Andrea

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

It was alright

It was basic. Beds not too great, sheets thin and pillows not great. The pool is nice, the breakfast decent. It has free parking. No swimming beaches nearby, and the Benagil caves are now closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Would love to stay again

We really enjoyed our stay at Baía Cristal! The location can’t be beat, as it is just a short walk from Centianes beach and the start of the seven hanging valleys trail. Walking the other direction will take you to algar seco and Carvoeiro. Breakfast is included, while not the most inspiring it will provide something for everyone. The real appeal at breakfast is watching the little gray cat play with olives on the pool deck. Rooms are nice, plenty of room to spread out, hangers, a small fridge, and even a sitting area to look out at the water. Some areas of white paint could use a scrub or another layer of paint, but for an ocean view at this price i can deal. We didn’t try the pool, hot tub, or spa, but they looked great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

supannee

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Abby

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Paul

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a pleasant stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had a really enjoyable six-night stay Hotel Baia Cristal. The pool area was a good size and there were plenty of sun loungers to choose from. More moveable umbrellas may help for those who want to stay out of the sun in the afternoon! Our Superior Double room was of a very high standard and was overlooking the pool area, with a shaded balcony after 4pm. Breakfast was great and had plenty of choice to suit everyone in our party. It is a 20 minute downhill walk from the hotel to the centre and plenty of restaurants and bars. Taxi cost around 5 euros to come back up the hill. The only slight downside was the lack of staff in the bar/pool area and it did sometimes mean quite a wait to be served for lunch/drinks. The staff that were working were very helpful and friendly. All in all, I would definitely recommend this hotel and would certainly stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

ROHIT

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very poor maintained rooms , washroom door doesn’t lock, bed broke while someone had been sleeping on it and the electric switches were coming out of the wall.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay here! Staff was friendly and helpful, bar and breakfast options were delicious, rooms were nice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great place!

Great location. Clean but dated. Very comfortable room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

Angela, Binbrook

Traveled with partner
While our room was clean, the common areas of the property were not as clean as expected. Some of the staff were not very friendly, although we did meet a few staff members who were friendly. Some of the pool loungers were in need of repair or replacing. We paid for an ocean view but had a view of a dirty rooftop before the actual ocean view. For the price we paid, we stayed in much nicer hotels for less while on our trip.

10/10 Excellent

Ken

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

Afronation getaway

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alisha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent place to stay! It’s a quiet place away from the noise of the bigger cities. The cliffs are great for hiking and the beach down the road is great and an easy walk! The staff is wonderful and super accommodating!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our suite had a nice view with awful sulphuric smell. They sent housekeeper to spread some disinfectant which masked didn’t eliminate the odor. They said sorry BUT didn’t offer to change rooms, a drink nothing. I am lifetime Marriot platinum guest attitude & service is important to us.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathan

Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasmeen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved our stay. would come back again.

8/10 Good

Sergio

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

Good Hotel

Hotel is in a good quiet location close to Carvoeiro and other beach attractions in the area. Easy parking and in good conditions althought some areas would need renovations. Pool is nice and kept clean. Superior room was recently renovated and of a good size with balcony/ side seaview. Restaurant is probably the area that would benefit of some improvements on quality and variety at breakfast and dinner.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

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