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4.0 out of 5

"Very nice hotel, in a silent place 2 km far Tavira. Excellent money value " More

By a verified traveller on Wed 12 Sep 2018

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Standard Twin Room (extra bed, 3 adults)

Bed Count 3 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Standard Twin Room (extra bed, 2 adults + 1 child)

Bed Count 3 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Superior Twin Room, River View

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Twin Room, River View (extra bed, 2 adults + 1 child)

Bed Count 3 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Twin Room, River View (extra bed, 3 adults)

Bed Count 3 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Family Room

Bed Count 4 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Hotel Description

During your stay at Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora, you're just a quick walk from Ria Formosa Natural Park. You'll find features such as free breakfast, free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.

  • Free full breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy international cuisine while dining at Salinas
  • Take a swim in the indoor and outdoor pools or soak in the hot tub
  • Treat yourself to facials, body wraps or body treatments at the spa
  • Services include a free children's club, dry cleaning/laundry and luggage storage
  • On-site recreation includes a gym, a steam room and a sauna
  • Steps from Ria Formosa Natural Park and a 1-minute drive from Ilha de Tavira Beach
  • Beach shuttle service available for a fee

Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora ratings based on 7 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.0 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora

Everyone (6) Couples (1)
4 out of 5

Posted by on 16 Oct 2018

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22 Oct 2018 by João Meireles

Dear Mr. or Mrs., We thank you for having taken the time to fill out our questionary with your comments about your stay at the Eco-Hotel Vila Galé Albacora. We welcome all your comments and suggestions, they deserve our best attention. Our main objective is to continuously improve to better serve our guests, always trying to exceed your expectations. Your comments and suggestions are therefore very valuable for us and help us in correcting eventual deficiencies and in improving our service levels. We sincerely hope to be able to welcome you back to our hotel in the near future and look forward to greeting you personally upon your arrival. With sincere regards, João Meireles (General Manager)

5 out of 5
Very nice hotel, in a silent place 2 km far Tavira. Excellent money value

Posted by , from Italy , Lombardia on 12 Sep 2018

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20 Sep 2018 by João Meireles

Dear Mr. Maurizio, We thank you for having taken the time to fill out our questionary with your comments about your stay at the Eco-Hotel Vila Galé Albacora. We welcome all your comments and suggestions, they deserve our best attention. Our main objective is to continuously improve to better serve our guests, always trying to exceed your expectations. Your comments and suggestions are therefore very valuable for us and help us in correcting eventual deficiencies and in improving our service levels. We sincerely hope to be able to welcome you back to our hotel in the near future and look forward to greeting you personally upon your arrival. With sincere regards, João Meireles (General Manager)

4 out of 5

Delightful but remote location

On the edge of an estuary about 2 miles to the southeast of Tavira, this hotel can be difficult to find. Look for Forte de Rato on map and roadsigns. There are some good walks from the hotel. We paid a little extra for a room with a river view – well worth it with the patio. The room was certainly comfortable and with very good wifi; the only quibbles were no tea-making facilities and having to pay a supplement for the safe. The remote location encourages use of the restaurant; the hotel gives a free bottle of wine for a couple dining on the first evening. Prices are reasonable with good service and a complementary appetiser (first night smoked salmon, second night tuna fishcake) but we felt that the food, whilst ok, should have been better for a 4-star hotel. The breakfast was very good – especially the scrambled egg and coffee. If you can get a window table, enjoy the views of hoopoes and hares. We enjoyed our stay, but we were there at a quiet time of year. The hotel has 162 bedrooms; breakfast could be very busy when the hotel is full. Just the evening food and lack of bedroom tea-making facilities prevent a top rating.

Posted by , from South Wales on 1 Mar 2018

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23 Apr 2018 by João Meireles - General Manager

Dear Mr. Barrybloke, We thank you for having taken the time to fill out our questionary with your comments about your stay at the Eco-Hotel Vila Galé Albacora. We welcome all your comments and suggestions, they deserve our best attention. Our main objective is to continuously improve to better serve our guests, always trying to exceed your expectations. Your comments and suggestions are therefore very valuable for us and help us in correcting eventual deficiencies and in improving our service levels. We sincerely hope to be able to welcome you back to our hotel in the near future and look forward to greeting you personally upon your arrival. With sincere regards, João Meireles (General Manager)

5 out of 5

Nice hotel

We had a good time everything was perfect. Lovely place next to the beach. Nice people nice food. The weather was really good 15 to 17degree.

Posted by , from Manchester on 20 Feb 2018

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15 Jun 2018 by Joao Meireles

Dear Mr. or Mrs., We thank you for having taken the time to fill out our questionary with your comments about your stay at the Eco-Hotel Vila Galé Albacora. We welcome all your comments and suggestions, they deserve our best attention. Our main objective is to continuously improve to better serve our guests, always trying to exceed your expectations. Your comments and suggestions are therefore very valuable for us and help us in correcting eventual deficiencies and in improving our service levels. We sincerely hope to be able to welcome you back to our hotel in the near future and look forward to greeting you personally upon your arrival. With sincere regards, João Meireles (General Manager)

4 out of 5

A great base to explore the Eastern Algarve

Pros: Location and facilities
Cons: Room lighting
Location: Tavira is a lovely old town with restaurants and a br that sells Portuguese craft beer, a joy!
A peaceful location with all the creature comforts from this hotel. Friendly staff and nicely located outside of Tavira. The rooms were clean and tidy but the aircon unit could have been quieter and a little more lighting in the room to allow for reading.. Good selection of food at breakfast. We would go back.

Posted by , from Jersey Channel Islands on 16 Oct 2017

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15 Jun 2018 by Joao Meireles

Dear Mr. or Mrs., We thank you for having taken the time to fill out our questionary with your comments about your stay at the Eco-Hotel Vila Galé Albacora. We welcome all your comments and suggestions, they deserve our best attention. Our main objective is to continuously improve to better serve our guests, always trying to exceed your expectations. Your comments and suggestions are therefore very valuable for us and help us in correcting eventual deficiencies and in improving our service levels. We sincerely hope to be able to welcome you back to our hotel in the near future and look forward to greeting you personally upon your arrival. With sincere regards, João Meireles (General Manager)

4 out of 5

Havre de paix

Pros: Le calme, l'architecture, l'espace, les terrasses.
Cons: Les buffets (mets chauds souvent tièces).
Location: Visiter le centre de Tavira, ville non défigurée par le tourisme, Cacela Velha (hameau ravissant), Vila Real de San Antonio, ville intacte.
Situé loin de la ville, dans une réserve naturelle, bordé d'un fleuve et d'une lagune, cet hôtel est un endroit idéal pour récupérer du stress du reste de l'année. Personnel très aimable, en particulier à la réception.

Posted by , from Lausanne on 14 Oct 2017

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Comment from Hotel Management

15 Jun 2018 by Joao Meireles

Cher Monsieur, Nous vous remercions d’avoir rempli le questionnaire, avec quelques commentaires sur votre séjour à l’Eco-Hôtel Vila Galé Albacora au quel nous avons apporter la plus grande importance. Notre objectif est de toujours mieux servir nos Clients en essayant de dépasser ces attentes, ces commentaires nous aidant à corriger et améliorer le niveau de nos services. Toutes les suggestions sont les bienvenues et méritent toute notre attention. Vous remerciant de votre disponibilité, nous espérons pouvoir vous recevoir à nouveau à l’Eco-Hôtel Vila Galé Albacora Meilleures salutations. João Meireles Directeur Général

2 out of 5

Hotel moyen

Pros: Situation géographique
Cons: Qualité produits petit déjeuner. contact clientèle minimum. rapport qualité /prix/grandeur des chambres moyen.
Location: Situé dans un parc naturel excellent.
Hotel bien situé, chambre trop petite et trop sombre,jardin de la chambre petit.

Posted by on 30 Jun 2017

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Comment from Hotel Management

11 Jul 2017 by Joao Meireles

Cher Monsieur Nicolas, Nous vous remercions d’avoir rempli le questionnaire, avec quelques commentaires sur votre séjour à l’Eco-Hôtel Vila Galé Albacora au quel nous avons apporter la plus grande importance. Notre objectif est de toujours mieux servir nos Clients en essayant de dépasser ces attentes, ces commentaires nous aidant à corriger et améliorer le niveau de nos services. Toutes les suggestions sont les bienvenues et méritent toute notre attention. Vous remerciant de votre disponibilité, nous espérons pouvoir vous recevoir à nouveau à l’Eco-Hôtel Vila Galé Albacora Meilleures salutations. João Meireles Directeur Général

About the Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora

Location Quatro Aguas Antigo, Tavira, 8800901

Renovations + Closures

The property is closed between 12 November and 8 February.

Property Features

Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a nearby snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms. A children's pool, a health club, and a hot tub are also featured at the family-friendly Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora. Free self parking is available. This 4-star Tavira hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 floor
  • 162 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 2000
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Karaoke
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Tavira Station (5 km / 3.1 mi)
  • Property shuttles: Beach shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora offers 162 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. 32-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels. Bathrooms include baths or showers, bidets and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

  • Minibar
  • In-room dining (24 hours)
  • LCD television
  • Cable channels
  • Bath or shower
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hairdryer
  • Safe
  • Bidet
  • Telephone
  • Desk
  • Sound-insulated rooms
  • Air conditioning
  • Wardrobe or cupboard

Food & Drink

Guests are served a free full breakfast daily from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Salinas – This restaurant specialises in international cuisine and serves lunch and dinner.

Grill Flor-de-Sal – This fine-dining restaurant specialises in Portuguese cuisine and only serves dinner. Open daily.

Quatro Aguas – This bar only serves light fare. Open daily.

24-hour room service is available.

Nearby Activities

An indoor pool, an outdoor pool, a children's pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a health club and a sauna.

Children aged under 12 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool or health club without adult supervision. Guests aged under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Horse riding nearby
  • Playground on site
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Fitness classes on site
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby

Spa Services

The on-site spa has 2 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include hot stone massages, facials, body wraps and body scrubs. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a hot tub and a steam room. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

  • Number of treatment rooms 2
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Body treatments
  • Body wraps
  • Facial treatments
  • Body scrubs
  • Aromatherapy treatments
  • Hydrotherapy treatments
  • Hot stone massage
  • Sauna in spa
  • Hot tub in spa
  • Steam room in spa
  • Massages

Accessibility

If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 5:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by noon

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed

Policies

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 uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products

Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Children under 12 years old have access to the indoor pool from 10:30 AM to 5:30 PM; adult supervision is required.

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. This property uses a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products.

  • Grey water recycling system
  • One child stays free
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Staffed front desk
  • Children stay free - maximum age 12
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • Property follows regional sanitisation guidelines Clean & Safe (Portugal)
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Children stay free
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • Debit cards
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • A fee will be charged for use of certain facilities

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Albacora Hotel
  • Albacora Vila Galé
  • Hotel Albacora
  • Hotel Albacora Vila Galé
  • Eco Vila Gale Albacora Tavira
  • Hotel Vila Galé Albacora Tavira
  • Vila Albacora
  • Vila Galé Albacora
  • Vila Gale Albacora Hotel
  • Vila Galé Albacora Hotel
  • Vila Gale Albacora Tavira
  • Vila Galé Albacora Tavira
  • Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora Hotel
  • Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora Tavira
  • Eco Hotel Vila Galé Albacora Hotel Tavira

You should know

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child aged 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Awards & Affiliations

Eco-certified property

This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education) – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

  • Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education)
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