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Overlooking the stunning São Rafael Beach, the luxurious 5-star Sao Rafael Suites is a 5-minute drive from Albufeira. It features fantastic sea and garden views and offers free parking. The modern and stylish rooms and suites at Sao Rafael Suites come with a balcony and offer land or sea views. Each features modern facilities and is equipped with a mini-bar, a private bathroom with free toiletries and a seating area with a satellite TV. Sao Rafael Suites serves an elegant buffet for breakfast. The hotel’s 2 restaurants also serve delicious international and Mediterranean dishes for lunch and dinner. Drinks are served on the hotel's terrace, which features fantastic ocean views. Guests can lounge at the hotel’s swimming pools or get a massage at the wellness center.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.4 for a two-person trip.

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Hotel chain/brand

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.3)

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

Free private parking available at the hotel


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
2 twin beds
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1 sofa bed
2 twin beds
and
1 sofa bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
2 twin beds
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1 full bed
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1 sofa bed
2 twin beds
and
1 full bed
6 twin beds
or
3 full beds
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Sustainability
This property has 1 third-party sustainability certification.

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    Biosphere Certification
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.6
Facilities
8.1
Cleanliness
8.5
Comfort
8.5
Value for money
7.9
Location
8.3
Free Wifi
8.7

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Amirah
    the United States the United States
    All inclusive. Food options were good. Professional staff. Spacious room!
  • Shirley
    Ireland Ireland
    Room was really spacious with 2 bathrooms (we were 3 adults sharing) Huge selection of food, plenty of drink options.
  • David
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Everything was amazing. Richard the Maitre D was especially kind and couldn't do enough to ensure our comfort and well being. We would recommend this venue and will definitely be back.
  • Ignas
    Lithuania Lithuania
    Almost everything. Especially for the money we paid (offseason deal). Hotel was half empty and calm. We got huge room that we enjoyed. Food. Oh man, compliments to the team in kitchen they did great job. Free parking. Close to beach and Albufeira....
  • Suzanne
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    The hotel was spotlessly clean, the staff welcoming and the food excellent. We booked all inclusive and felt the quality we received was over and above what we have had in the past from other all inclusive hotels. We were upgraded to a suite which...
  • Deirdre
    Ireland Ireland
    The staff were very helpful and so nice to deal with. The room was very big an beds comfy, hotel was very clean and decorated lovely for Christmas. The food was lovely such a variety every day/night. I could not recommend this hotel any more, me...
  • Raman
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Clean and well maintained Lots to do for the whole family
  • Kelly
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Really enjoyed our stay room was spotless room was huge my only issue was when round the pool bar was closed due to bring low season so had to keep going in to the hotel bar for drinks I think they should have accommodated it for us as it was big...
  • Mike
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    Very clean and well decorated. Staff were most friendly and helpful, especially during meal times.
  • Tr
    the United Kingdom the United Kingdom
    the buffet was delicious lots of variety. staff were very helpful.

Hotel area info

Restaurants
2 Restaurants On Site

  • Buffet Restaurant The Garden
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambience
      Family-friendly
  • Tascaria Sao Rafael
    • Cuisine
      Portuguese
    • Open for
      Dinner • High tea

Amenities of NAU Sao Rafael Suites - All Inclusive
Great facilities! Review score, 8.1

Most popular amenities

  • 3 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Spa
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • 2 restaurants
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower

View

  • View

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Balcony
  • Terrace
  • Garden

Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

Activities

  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Live music/Performance
  • Tennis equipment
  • Evening entertainment
  • Kids' club
  • Entertainment staff
  • Snorkeling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Additional charge
  • Canoeing
    Additional charge
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Playground
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
    Additional charge

Media & Technology

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone

Food & Drink

  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar

Internet
Wifi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking

Front Desk Services

  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk

Entertainment & Family Services

  • Outdoor play equipment for kids
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge

Cleaning Services

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
  • Dry cleaning
  • Laundry

Business Facilities

  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge

Safety & security

  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
  • 24-hour security
  • Safe

General

  • Shuttle service
  • Pet bowls
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Car rental
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Room service

Accessibility

  • Raised toilet
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible

3 swimming pools

Pool 1 – outdoorFree!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool 2 – outdoorFree!

  • Open all year
  • All ages welcome
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas

Pool 3 – outdoor (kids)Free!

  • Open all year
  • Suitable for kids
  • Pool/Beach towels
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Beach umbrellas

Spa

  • Kids' pool
  • Locker rooms
  • Fitness
  • Full-body massage
  • Head massage
  • Couples' massage
  • Back massage
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Spa facilities
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Beach chairs/Loungers
  • Turkish/Steam Bath
    Additional charge
  • Massage
    Additional charge
  • Spa
    Additional charge

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Portuguese

House rules
NAU Sao Rafael Suites - All Inclusive takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 4:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Groups
When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Cards accepted at this hotel
American ExpressVisaMastercardDiners ClubCash is not accepted

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that for reservations of more than 9 rooms pre-paid nonrefundable policies will be applied.

All Inclusive offers buffet breakfast, mid-morning snacks, lunch, afternoon snacks, dinner, supper, drinks (house wine and beers + nonalcoholic) and entertainment children & adults (subject to seasonal demand).

The available restaurants are as follows (availability and schedule may change and are subject to seasonal demand):

- 1 Buffet Restaurant - located on the Ground Floor, available for Breakfast, mid-morning snacks, lunch, afternoon snacks and dinner;

Guests booking on Non-Refundable Rates should inform Sao Rafael Suites - All Inclusive of their invoicing details (Name, Address and VAT number) at the time of booking.

Please note that when booking a rate where payment is due before arrival, the property will provide detailed payment instructions with a link to a secured payment platform.

Please note that the property can only accommodate dogs/cats with a maximum weight of 10 kg or less.

Please note that pets will incur an additional charge of €25 per room, per pet.

Please note that pets are only allowed in the following room types: Family Rooms.

Please note that a maximum of 1 pet is allowed per room.

Reservations must be made in advance, along with the completion of a form.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

License number: 432

FAQs about NAU Sao Rafael Suites - All Inclusive

  • Check-in at NAU Sao Rafael Suites - All Inclusive is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • NAU Sao Rafael Suites - All Inclusive is 1.6 miles from the center of Albufeira. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The nearest beach is 1,950 feet from NAU Sao Rafael Suites - All Inclusive. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • NAU Sao Rafael Suites - All Inclusive has 2 restaurants:

    • Buffet Restaurant The Garden
    • Tascaria Sao Rafael
  • NAU Sao Rafael Suites - All Inclusive offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Spa
    • Massage
    • Turkish/Steam Bath
    • Hiking
    • Playground
    • Snorkeling
    • Diving
    • Tennis court
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Windsurfing
    • Evening entertainment
    • Kids' club
    • Back massage
    • Bicycle rental
    • Spa facilities
    • Live music/Performance
    • Entertainment staff
    • Locker rooms
    • Tennis equipment
    • Swimming pool
    • Head massage
    • Spa/Wellness packages
    • Fitness
    • Couples' massage
    • Full-body massage
  • Guests staying at NAU Sao Rafael Suites - All Inclusive can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.1).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Buffet
  • Yes, this hotel has a pool. See details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

  • The prices at NAU Sao Rafael Suites - All Inclusive may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at NAU Sao Rafael Suites - All Inclusive include:

    • Double
    • Suite
    • Family