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Hotel Alba

4.0 star property
Hotel in Vila Real Santo Antonio with a full-service spa and a fitness center

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Lobby lounge
In-room safe, free WiFi
Interior entrance
Interior
Beach nearby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Alameda da India, Monte Gordo, Vila Real Santo Antonio, 8900-440
  • Place, Casino Monte Gordo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Monte Gordo Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Cabeco Beach
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪52 min drive‬

Room options

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Standard Double or Twin Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Double Room (2 Adults and 1 child)

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

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (2 Adults and 2 child)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (3 Adult)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom (3 Adults and 1 child)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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In-room safe, free WiFi

Apartment, 1 Bedroom (4 Adults)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Twin Sofa Beds

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About the neighborhood

Monte Gordo

Hotel Alba places you within a 10-minute stroll of Casino Monte Gordo and Monte Gordo Beach. This 125-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Casino Monte Gordo - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Monte Gordo Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Pinhal do Gancho - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Cabeco Beach - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • Vila Real Santo Antonio Harbour - 7 min drive - 2.7 miles

Getting around

  • Vila Real Santo Antonio Monte Gordo Station - 15 min walk
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Osaka - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Baunilha e Chocolate - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Willemijn & company - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪O Recanto - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tropical Restaurante - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Hotel Alba

Hotel in Vila Real Santo Antonio with a full-service spa and a fitness center
Guests of Hotel Alba enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Self parking is offered for EUR 12.50 per night. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with securing valuables, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this spa hotel include a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Balconies, safes, and phones are also available.
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 indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (EUR 12.50 per night)
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Sauna

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Steam room

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)

More

  • 6 floors
  • Built in 1996
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
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
At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
Negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in; COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 15 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 28.0 per night
  • Cribs/infant beds are available for EUR 8.0 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.50 per night for guests aged 11-13 years old, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 11 years of age.
  • COVID-19 testing fee (antigen/rapid screening): EUR 3 per person, per stay.

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 buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 5 for children
  • Self parking fee: EUR 12.50 per night
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 8.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 28.0 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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
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 PM
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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. 
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide either a negative COVID-19 test result or a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The negative COVID-19 test result requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up, and test must have been administered no more than 24 hours prior to check-in. COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete vaccination at least 15 days prior to check-in.
  • Property requires all guests aged 12 and up receive on-site antigen/rapid COVID-19 testing (EUR 3 per person, per stay).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Alba Vila Real Santo Antonio
Hotel Alba Vila Real Santo Antonio
Hotel Alba Hotel
Hotel Alba Vila Real Santo Antonio
Hotel Alba Hotel Vila Real Santo Antonio

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Hotel Alba?

Hotel Alba provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do near Hotel Alba?

This hotel in Vila Real Santo Antonio is within a 10-minute walk of Monte Gordo Beach and Casino Monte Gordo. You'll also find Vila Real Santo Antonio Harbour and Verde Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Hotel Alba?

Yes, parking is offered for EUR 12.50 per night.

Is there a spa available at Hotel Alba?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages.

Does Hotel Alba have a casino?

No, Hotel Alba doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Hotel Alba?

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

What do couples enjoy most about Hotel Alba?

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

Does Hotel Alba have a hot tub?

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

Does Hotel Alba feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Alba serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Hotel Alba allow pets to stay free of charge?

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

Does Hotel Alba have connecting rooms?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Alba?

Yes, every guestroom at Hotel Alba comes with a balcony.

Hotel Alba Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 156 out of 354 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 151 out of 354 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 354 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 354 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 354 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Basic hotel but spacious rooms, very clean, fair breakfast, good pool area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Curtly

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location a short walk from the beach. Plenty of food options within walking distance and close to a regular small grocery and pharmacy for supplies if needed. The gym at the hotel was passable, not much options, and the pool was at the front of the property (due to location of where the sun sets, I'm assuming). Staff were generally friendly. We were quoted €70 for a taxi to the airport but used Uber and it was €38.
Front of hotel
Sunset from balcony
Night view of Ferris wheel from the beach
View from hotel balcony
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margarida

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

LAERCIO C

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

Ótima estadia

Tudo funcionou perfeitamente, ótima estadia
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean hotel staff was excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Tina

Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Long term user of Hotels.com user.

It was ok. Breakfast, very average and they do not provide individual salt, pepper or condiments. They leave empty bottles of olive oil. Food just poured into unheated basins with cold canned sausages beans and mushrooms. We were there just for coffe as no coffee in rooms. a tea kettle was provided with tea cups, and tea. Walk to beach about 600 metres no view, Balcony had a drying rack for beach towels, a deck table and facing the pool next unit had smokers so we stayed indoors. They did provide me with plates, wine glasses and cutlery but had to ask for it at front desk.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian

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

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

bryce

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

Four nights in Monte Gordo.

Great hotel in Monte Gordo, we had a fabulous stay in a wonderful town with amazing beach and very close to the Spanish border. Staff were grand, we had a very good buffet breakfast, main items to choose from. Very close to beach and shops. If needed there is a 2 1/2 mile walk to the border town of Vila Real de Santo Antonio along a straight road but the beach walk is glorious although twice the distance. Beach is just fantastic. Was a small fishing village before tourism and no natural harbour so the fishing boats are launched by tractor pushing them into the sea. Many eateries, cafes etc in the town. The bed we had was very comfy and the shower was so lovely , with power and heat. Also had a fridge in the room. Would recommend this hotel and would definitely stay again. Cheers 😁😁
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Na
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyle

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We like this hotel. We visited this little touristy area during an off-season. The hotel is located near the beach and lots of eating and dining establishments. The hotel itself has very comfortable larger rooms and it included breakfast. Parking in an area just in front of the hotel is usually a paid area. However, while we were there, the parking meters were broken and all parking was free. since there were very few tourists in the area, we found no problem finding a place to park. This would probably be, a great spot for a family vacation. We found the hotel had a drying rack out each room on a balcony that was a real plus for a wet beach wear.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Marco

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is perfectly placed in town with just a 5 minute walk to the beach, hotel was basic but absolutely spotless clean, the breakfast was limited with not a great choice but not terribly either, i would be happy staying here again and recommend to anyone not expensive,
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Phillip Bay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great place to stay in a lovely little village at Monte Gordo. We really loved our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alesha

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love this hotel, the complementary breakfast is great and the pool is to die for. The staff is very friendly and helpful. Units have a large private terrace
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Idalino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
26 " tv, no facial tissues,too expensive for what provided. Vary basic for the price, I could have stayed at low budget facility with more to offer than this facility.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel and location
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Ruth

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
I liked the location by the beach and the close proximity of the hotel to Monte Gordo Station and Faro Airport. The restaurants and massage parlours along the beach were also top noch. Now to the bad, the hotel which in my view should definitely not be classed as a 4* hotel for the following reasons: 1. Premium rooms to offer the choice of an upgrade 2. No kettle or Tea or Coffee making facilities 3. Limited to only 4x hot food options for breakfast (Egg, Sausage which didn't taste great, Baked Beans and Mushrooms) The cold continental options were cold the majority of the time 4. Only breakfast meals no lunch or dinner is served here in the hotel 5. No masseuse due to the lady being sick which is understandable but there should ALWAYS be back up staff 6. The prices for the steam from and sauna was ridiculous even when I mentioned it to the locals who live around there €8 for 15 minutes is ridiculous. Also the facilities hadn't even been turned out and meaning as a customer I would need to wait a few minutes for it to heat up before using it 7. Train transport wasn't very good and the prices in general for excursions were misleading because they didn't include pick up from the hotel. The majority were based in Albufeira or Olhão which were far on public transport (train and bus). The taxi option was quicker but extremely expensive. This is the first time I have travelled to a European country and had to figure out how to reach the starting points of an excursion.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barbara, Sioux Falls

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and helpful, they provided a fabulous breakfast. The pool was a favorite and the beach was an easy walk away. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place to stay, better than expected. Spacious room and lovely balcony. Close to Bea h, shops, restaurants and bus stop to explore Eastern Algarve. Pool area lovely and hotel was spotlessly clean.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Kiya

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice quiet stay for an adult getaway, the area is however quite pricey with not much to do. Other than that great stay with good staff.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely great area for chilling out…
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Sarah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel isn’t 4 star, very dated, extra cost to use sauna, no beach towels available. Very noisy, woken up at 4/5am from next door and upstairs everyday. Clean and fine for a base.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Karen

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property is outdated and a dire need of an update reminded my of Miami's South beach back in the 80's it smelled like old but the place was clean, the breakfast was decent and the staff was very helpful
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024