Água-Viva by Umbral

2.0 star property
Guesthouse with a seasonal outdoor pool, 8-minute walk to The Strip

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Quadruple Room | Free WiFi
Free toiletries, hair dryer
Twin Room | Free WiFi
Free toiletries, hair dryer

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Rua Vasco da Gama 9, Areia de Sao Joao, Albufeira, 8200
  • Place, Praia dos Alemães
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Strip
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Oura Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Albufeira

Água-Viva by Umbral places you within a 15-minute stroll of popular sights such as The Strip and Oura Beach. The 15 rooms at this guesthouse include kitchenettes and TVs.

What's nearby

  • Aveiros Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Praia dos Alemães - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Strip - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Oura Beach - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Albufeira Old Town Square - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 15 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild & Co. - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Nosolo Agua - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Albufeira US 66 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Matt's Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Donaldo's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Água-Viva by Umbral

Guesthouse with a seasonal outdoor pool, 8-minute walk to The Strip
Água-Viva by Umbral offers free WiFi in public areas and a seasonal outdoor pool.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and TVs with satellite channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include kitchenettes and wardrobes or closets. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
Recreational amenities at the guesthouse include a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between midnight and 8:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Host will greet you, lockbox

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 200 per stay
  • 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.

  • Late check-in fee: EUR 20 for check-in between midnight and 8:00 AM

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 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit or credit 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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from March 02 to October 31.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around Água-Viva by Umbral?

This guesthouse is located in Albufeira, a short 8-minute walk from The Strip and also 11 minutes on foot from Oura Beach. You'll also find Albufeira Old Town Square and Praia dos Alemães within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Água-Viva by Umbral?

No, this guesthouse doesn't offer parking.

Does Água-Viva by Umbral have a casino on the premises?

No, Água-Viva by Umbral doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Água-Viva by Umbral?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. The seasonal pool will be open from March 02 until October 31.

What do couples enjoy most about Água-Viva by Umbral?

Amenities at this guesthouse that appeal to couples include a kitchenette and a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Água-Viva by Umbral?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this guesthouse.

Does Água-Viva by Umbral feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Água-Viva by Umbral doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Água-Viva by Umbral allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Água-Viva by Umbral.

Does Água-Viva by Umbral have connecting rooms?

No, this guesthouse doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to Água-Viva by Umbral?

The closest major airport to Água-Viva by Umbral is Faro Intl. Airport (FAO), which is 24.2 mi away (46 minutes by car). Another top airport is Portimao (PRM), which is located 27 mi away (42-minute drive).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Água-Viva by Umbral?

No, there aren't any accommodations with balconies at Água-Viva by Umbral.

Água-Viva by Umbral Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very Good

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

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes the place was fine just a couple of idiotic people up the road but for a nice place to stay it was fine
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

MURILO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bom custo benefício. Bom atendimento. Infelizmente o ar quente precisou de manutenção externa e mesmo assim o controle remoto desconfigurou pois é universal. Com temperaturas de 6° dormir no frio foi mt ruim!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026