Solar de São João - Apartamentos Turísticos is near Albufeira Old Town Square, offering two outdoor pools, including one for children. Guests enjoy drinks at the poolside bar, browse the library, or wander the garden. Free WiFi in public areas and attentive staff earn praise.
Located in Albufeira, Solar de São João - Apartamentos Turísticos is near the beach. The Strip and Algarve Shopping Mall are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Oura Beach and Praia dos Alemães. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Albufeira Bullring or Albufeira Stadium. Visit our Albufeira travel guide
This aparthotel features 2 outdoor pools, a bar/lounge and a poolside bar. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a snack bar/deli, a coffee shop/cafe and a children's pool. Each apartment provides a TV with cable channels, plus a kitchenette with a fridge, a stovetop and a microwave. Amenities also include a phone and free toiletries.
Solar de São João - Apartamentos Turísticos offers 74 accommodations with free toiletries. Accommodation at this 3-star aparthotel has kitchenettes with fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.
Bathrooms include a bath. Cable televisions are provided. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.
2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a children's pool.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
Family friendly
Babysitting (surcharge)
Children's pool
Free cot
Kitchenette
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Microwave
Refrigerator
Dining
A bar/lounge
A coffee shop/cafe
A poolside bar
Snack bar/deli
Bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Rollaway/extra bed: EUR 50 per night
Bathroom
Bathtub
Free toiletries
Hair dryer (on request)
Private bathroom
Towels provided
Living spaces
Window screens
Entertainment
Library
TV with cable channels
Outdoor areas
Garden
Terrace
Laundry
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Laundry facilities
Pets
Service animals only (pets not allowed)
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Handrails in stairways
Lift
Pool access ramp on site
Stair-free path to entrance
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Services and conveniences
24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Luggage storage
Phone
Safe at front desk
Tour and ticket assistance
Things to do
Children's pool
Bicycle rentals nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
General
2 buildings
74 units
Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 50.0 per night.
Free cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
Cash deposit: EUR 100 per person, per stay
Cash Breakage deposit: EUR 100.00 per stay
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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 to 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 to 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.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Rollaway bed fee: EUR 50.0 per night
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
Tax ID - 503189189
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is professionally cleaned
Property Registration Number 1146
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Solar de São João - Apartamentos Turísticos have a pool?
Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Is Solar de São João - Apartamentos Turísticos pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking at Solar de São João - Apartamentos Turísticos?
Self-parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Solar de São João - Apartamentos Turísticos?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Solar de São João - Apartamentos Turísticos?
Checkout is at 11 AM.
Does Solar de São João - Apartamentos Turísticos provide a shuttle to the airport?
Yes, there's an airport shuttle.
Where is Solar de São João - Apartamentos Turísticos located?
Situated near the beach, this aparthotel is within a 15-minute walk of The Strip and Oura Beach. Albufeira Old Town Square is 1.9 mi (3 km) away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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Reviews
Solar de São João - Apartamentos Turísticos Reviews
6.6
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7.4
Cleanliness
7.8
Location
7.8
Staff & service
5.8
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 22 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 22 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 22 reviews
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Reviews
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Marion
8 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is the 4th time we have stayed here. Room is clean with everything needed for self catering. Reception staff are very welcoming and helpful. Quiet but close to strip in one direction or lovely more relaxing bars the other direction.
Marion
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
2/10 Terrible
gary
5 Aug 2022
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
I don’t think this property has had any work done since the 1960s. Shocking
gary
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified
6/10 Okay
ludivine
27 Aug 2021
Disliked: Room comfort, communication
L'hôtel est vieillissant. Beaucoup d'éléments étaient cassés. Propreté correct. Mais très bonne situation géographique.
Quarto muito frio nesta época do ano, o aquecimento não foi acendido antes da nossa chegada para aconchegar o quarto, e mesmo com o aquecimento ligado toda a noite tivemos frio porque as sacadas não fecham corretamente e existe uma enorme grelha de ventilação na parte de baixo da sacada que deixa sair o calor.
Purtroppo questo residence mostra foto non veritiere. Camera con mobili vecchi. Letti cigolanti, bagno vecchio e malandato. Vasca doccia con buco e otturata. Persiana bloccata e personale per nulla predisposto a comprendere i problemi esposti. Lettini tavolini e sedie della piscina sono in plastica e non in alluminio come riporta la foto. Direi deludente e pretenzioso per la somma di 200€ a notte. Credo che 100€ a notte per una quadrupla sia il giusto compromesso.
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
8/10 Good
John
7 May 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice hotel but check in was a farce
Very close to the main strip of bars but is very quiet. Had problems at check in as my family got me the holiday as a birthday present and when I arrived they wouldn’t allow me to stay unless cardholder was present. Previously Hotels.com told me to take a copy of the card and signed authority from my dad who paid for it which I did exactly as instructed and even said “paid” on the app but was a complete kerfuffle on check in. They even tried to remove the discount when they forced us to pay again, very poor check in experience.
John
Verified
8/10 Good
Jennifer
15 Jan 2018
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Weekend in Albufiera
Hotel was quiet and clean. Our room smelt slightly of smoke but was clean. Could do with updating. Lovely hot water. Didn't cook but everything there if we wanted to. Plenty of restaurants within walking distance.
Jennifer
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2018
Verified
6/10 Okay
Oeivind
14 Apr 2016
Liked: Cleanliness
Hadde ikke vann på hotellet når vi kom da en vannledning i nærheten hadde sprukket. Dette fikk vi ikke beskjed om før vi var kommet på rommet og skulle lage oss kaffe.Ingen hjelp med å skaffe vann til drikking eller noe annet. Fikk ikke vannet tilbake før etter 12 dagen etterpå. Rent og fint på hotellet ellers. Lite informasjon om mulighetene på hotellet når vi kom. Som f.eks om restauranten, åpningstider osv. Ellers helt greit
La experiencia ha sido mala, aparte de lo viejo y descuidado que está el hotel, tuvieron que cambiarnos de habitación porque la que nos dieron estaba infectada de cucarachas, para no volver.
Carlos
Verified
6/10 Okay
AM Travel
16 Jun 2013
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Nice apartment
Rooms a bit outdated but well located to shops and restaurants. Beach is a bit far to walk.
AM Travel
Verified
6/10 Okay
Cailin Ard
24 Sept 2012
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, very clean but needs upgrading
The two best things about this hotel are its location (5 mins walk to the centre of things but far enough away to be totally quiet) and the cleanliness of the rooms and the entire complex. Spotlessly clean throughout. Other than that I'm afraid the whole place is in dire need of upgrade and is old fashioned and shabby. No air conditioning wasn't a problem for us in September but any earlier in the season and I wouldn't dream of staying somewhere with no air con. I would recommend if you are on a tight budget for sure.
Cailin Ard
Verified
8/10 Good
IowaHawkeyes
6 Jul 2009
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Absolutely Great Value
It is a great value for the price. Apartment style hotel for hostel price. Its not the nicest place ever and our room didn't have air conditioning but we expected a lot worse, and maybe that's why we were surprised. We got a living room/kitchen with full appliances and dishes and a bedroom for 25 euro a person. It is a little hard to find though. There is a sign as you go up the hill of Rua de Herculano that says "Apartamentos Turisticos" It is hidden behind a stop sign a little bit, right across from the Mitoo Bar. Turn there and head down to the end of the street on the left to find the hotel office. Other than that it was such a great value for the money. About 15-20 minute walk to the beach, and about 10 minutes to the crazy night life scene.