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Ria Formosa Guest House

3.5 star property
Guesthouse in Faro with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool

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Exterior
Royal Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk
Interior
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Parking included

Explore the area

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R. Manuel Dias Lima 12, Faro, Faro, 8005-260
  • Place, Faro Marina
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Old Town Square
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Faro Island Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

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Standard Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 285 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Deluxe Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 356 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Royal Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, desk

Royal Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 498 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Faro

Within a short walk of Ria Formosa Natural Park, Ria Formosa Guest House is within a mile (2 km) of Parque Natural da Ria Formosa. This 11-room, 3.5-star guesthouse has conveniences like an outdoor pool, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.
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What's nearby

  • Forum Algarve Mall - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Faro Marina - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Old Town Square - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Faro Cathedral - 7 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Faro Island Beach - 7 min drive - 3.4 miles

Getting around

  • Faro Station - 14 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 6 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Paul - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Bifanas de Vendas Novas - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Central - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Burger King - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪eating point - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Ria Formosa Guest House

Guesthouse in Faro with a coffee shop and an outdoor pool
Guests of Ria Formosa Guest House enjoy features like an outdoor pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a terrace. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can help with tours or tickets, and provide local restaurant recommendations. This guesthouse also has laundry facilities.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 50-inch Smart TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and bathrobes. Other amenities include balconies or patios, minibars, and espresso makers.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include an outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 8 for adults and EUR 4 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in room

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Mobile key entry
  • 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: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 90.0 per day

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 - 29 February, EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 March - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 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.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately EUR 8 for adults and EUR 4 for children
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 90.0 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, debit cards, and cash
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: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 16
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.
Property Registration Number 146572/AL

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, debit cards, and cash.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Ria Formosa Guest House?

Ria Formosa Guest House offers free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to see around Ria Formosa Guest House?

This guesthouse is located in Faro, a short 6-minute walk from Ria Formosa Natural Park and also 19 minutes on foot from Parque Natural da Ria Formosa. You'll also find Faro Marina and Faro Island Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Ria Formosa Guest House?

Yes, secured self parking is offered for free at the guesthouse.

Is a spa located at Ria Formosa Guest House?

Spa services at the guesthouse include massages.

Does Ria Formosa Guest House include a casino on the premises?

No, Ria Formosa Guest House doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Ria Formosa Guest House?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 9:00 AM and 10:00 PM.

What do couples enjoy most about Ria Formosa Guest House?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this guesthouse, including a minibar and a rainfall showerhead in each accommodation with some featuring lake views.

Does Ria Formosa Guest House have a hot tub?

Yes, this guesthouse offers private outdoor spa tubs in some accommodations.

Does Ria Formosa Guest House have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Ria Formosa Guest House serves continental breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its cafe.

Will Ria Formosa Guest House allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Ria Formosa Guest House.

Does Ria Formosa Guest House have connecting rooms?

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

How close is the airport from Ria Formosa Guest House?

The closest major airport to Ria Formosa Guest House is Faro Intl. Airport (FAO), which is within a mile.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Ria Formosa Guest House?

Yes, every accommodation at Ria Formosa Guest House comes with a balcony with some featuring lake views.

Ria Formosa Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 82 out of 97 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 97 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 97 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 97 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was outstanding. Great variety and quality of food! Homemade pastries—fresh and delicious! Incredible value and service at breakfast and overall at this property. Also very close to Faro Airport.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

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

Close to airport

Beautiful property, very close to airport. Lovely pool. Very clean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beverley-Anne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely guest house, welcome drink on arrival. Perfect for a really early morning car drop off and flight. Great view of Ria Formosa nature reserve
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

GABY

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small cozy hotel, very quiet and excellent service. The staff was very good to us
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nassef

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Superb small hotel with lovely rooms, great amenities and friendly, helpful staff. Even a free drink at the bar. Rooms spacious and well appointed. Car parking adjacent and free. No noise from the airport Dinner and breakfast excellent and great value for money. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Moya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Attention to detail, in both decor and service, was exceptional A warm welcome and fantastic stay meant a great start to our holiday
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Minnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful, new, clean and very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean-François

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laraine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Staff were really friendly and helpful, the whole facility was very clean and well fitted out, all in all a very good start to our holiday 😄
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were upgraded from a standard room which had a nice view. The complimentary drink was a nice touch. All the staff we encountered were great and the food was better than anticipated.It was an easy 15 minute walk to the airport - even in the dark.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
We picked this hotel for a one night stay due to its proximity to the airport. The room was large but had a pitched ceiling which my husband bumped his head on multiple times. It was a 20 minute uber ride into Faro for restaurants and sightseeing. As others have mentioned, there is no elevator and the carpeting on the stairs is badly stained.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This small boutique hotel, close to the airport is ideal for a quick stopover. The staff was amazing. A little oasis with a beautiful pool was a pleasant surprise. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved it's quality of decor and furnishing, the spacious rooms, food choices, pool and access to the airport. It's more like a boutique hotel than guesthouse, I wish I'd been staying longer.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Perfect stopover

We really enjoyed our stay at the aria Formosa Guesthouse. It looks recently built or renovated with a modern and clean design. We used it as a stop over from a late arrival into Faro. It was close to the airport and easy to walk from the next morning to collect an airport car hire. We took a taxi who found it hard to locate at first. Checking Information was clear and included self checkin in case we arrived past midnight. Staff were friendly. The breakfast was inexpensive but delicious and included a wide spread. Our room was huge and had good views over the ria Formosa. I’d stay again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynne

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Nelis Veronica

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hi, the hot tub was cold, the pool was cover, so we couldn’t use it. Breakfast was good and we paid 19 euros. Very near to the airport.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

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

Highly recommend!

An incredible spot that is especially convenient for an early morning departure out of Faro. The staff were friendly and helpful and the rooms were immaculate.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Very close to airport and very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Iain

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Really cute little hotel that is very modern and a short drive from some lovely beaches. The rooms are really well decorated and large and the pool area is really nice and clean with comfortable outdoor seating. Super close to the airport too which is nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay following a late flight Arrived after reception had closed Clear check in details were sent prior to check in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey

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