Hotel California Urban Beach

4.0 star property
Adults-only Albufeira hotel in Albufeira Old Town with a full-service spa
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December 2024
January 2025

Photo gallery for Hotel California Urban Beach

Beach nearby, white sand
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers
Aerial view
Beach nearby, white sand
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, pool loungers

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
Rua Joaquim Pedro Samora 2, Albufeira, Faro, 8200-210
  • Castle Wall Ruins
    1 min walk
  • The Old Barrel
    2 min walk
  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station
    13 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    31 min drive

Room options

Double Room, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room (S)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room - Nightlife View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room (XL)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room (M)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room (L)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Designer toiletries
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Suite (D'One)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Designer toiletries
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Albufeira

Hotel California Urban Beach puts you in the heart of Albufeira, steps from Albufeira Old Town Square and within a 20-minute stroll of Praia dos Alemães. Highlights at this hotel include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages and body wraps along with aromatherapy and hydrotherapy. The hotel's own lounge bar and poolside bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the indoor swimming pool, gym, steam room and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a free manager's reception and a snack bar/deli. Each morning full breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Albufeira Old Town hotel, you'll be 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Oura Beach and 4.2 km (2.6 mi) from Sao Rafael Beach.

What's nearby

  • Peneco Beach - 2 min walk
  • Albufeira Old Town Square - 3 min walk
  • Praia dos Alemães - 16 min walk
  • Albufeira Marina - 4 min drive
  • The Strip - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 13 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Piccadilly Cocktail-bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Barbers Cocktail Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Bravo Steak House - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Fastnet Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Vegas Bar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel California Urban Beach

Adults-only Albufeira hotel in Albufeira Old Town with a full-service spa
Hotel California Urban Beach offers its guests a full-service spa, an indoor pool, and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A free manager's reception is offered daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

A fitness centre, a steam room, and a rooftop terrace are also featured at Hotel California Urban Beach.

This 4-star Albufeira hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 80 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Library
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Hotel California Urban Beach offers 80 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and a safe. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Televisions come with satellite channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include dressing gowns, designer toiletries, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves with a trip to the on-site spa, which has 1 treatment room. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, hydrotherapy and reflexology.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 17 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Reflexology
  • Spa open daily
  • Treatment room

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Smooth flooring in room

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with satellite channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:30 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from 11 November 2024 to 31 March 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 18 and older are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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 - 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.
  • Destination fee: EUR2 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 12 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately EUR 17 per person
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • An in-room safe is available for an additional fee

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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, Eurocard, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • This is an adults-only property and children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed.

Property is also known as

Cheerfulway California
Cheerfulway California Albufeira
Cheerfulway California Hotel
Califórnia Beach Hotel Albufeira
Cheerfulway Hotel California Albufeira
Hotel California Albufeira
California Albufeira
Califórnia Beach Albufeira
California Urban Albufeira
Hotel California Urban Beach Hotel
Hotel California Urban Beach Albufeira
Hotel Califórnia Urban Beach – Adults only
Hotel California Urban Beach Hotel Albufeira

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel California Urban Beach?

Hotel California Urban Beach offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel California Urban Beach?

Yep, Hotel California Urban Beach is a short 2-minute walk from Peneco Beach.

Is there a spa on site at Hotel California Urban Beach?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Hotel California Urban Beach. You'll enjoy heaps of services like body wraps, body scrubs and facials, as well as deep-tissue massages.

Does Hotel California Urban Beach have a pool?

Hotel California Urban Beach has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What luxury perks are available at Hotel California Urban Beach?

Hotel California Urban Beach features a full-service spa, an outdoor pool and an indoor pool.

Is Hotel California Urban Beach family-friendly?

No, Hotel California Urban Beach is an adults-only property.

Does Hotel California Urban Beach serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is on offer daily between 8:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel California Urban Beach?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Hotel California Urban Beach?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel California Urban Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.

Are pets allowed at Hotel California Urban Beach?

No, pets are not allowed.

Hotel California Urban Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 325 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 74 out of 325 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 325 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 325 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 8 out of 325 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our first time we stayed in the hotel and it certainly did not disappoint. From check in to check out, our experience was excellent. From funky rooms to the DJ playing by the pool in the afternoon, it really was brilliant. Although located in the centre of the old town and near the night life, the rooms are so well sound proofed we really didn’t hear much of the noise. Nice spa but small. I would definitely recommend this hotel and can’t wait to stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen Chi Ang

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We fully enjoyed our stay here. The breakfast every morning was phenomenal, the staff all very friendly and accommodating. Location was so convenient, you can come right out onto the street and there’s a convenience store steps from the entrance! The gym is quite minimal, so we went to the Marina du Albufeira and got a week’s pass at the Luxury Fitness there. The pillows are a bit on the small/soft side, but I’m sure they would have given us extras had we asked (we were always just so tired when we got back to the room!) We also found the room quite soundproof, despite being so close to the busy street and pool.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saule

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property met expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

Pamela

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Faith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, nice pool and spa facilities but right on the “strip”. Very noisy ALL night.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
X
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Astrid K C

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Halina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very organized
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Chilled hotel.
An amazing hotel and location .. The hotel is literally in the middle of the busy strip.. but you can choose to or not have busy or chilled days and evenings. Hotel room was clean and up to date too, staff very friendly. The pool area is amazing and the beds are so comfortable and it’s great that there is no bed reserving too. So it was easy to get a bed any time of the day really. Portugal is amazing and the Portuguese are so friendly too. Well recommend :-)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Danny

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hated it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Wrightington

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel. Stayed here 5/6 times & never disappointed😎
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Devendra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tecla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was in a very popular area with plenty of restaurants to choose from. Very clean and staff very polite
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Simon

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

clare

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Seaview, was actually air con unit. Location is in the heart of Portugal malaga or iyanapa. Deafening in the room in evenings, bar after bar of music bashing your ears - literally. Unless you want to expire in the heat by keeping windows closed. Zero peace or quieter areas anywhere near this place
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Henry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Don’t book if you value your sleep
Loud music until 4am every night and then the Hotel starts playing music at 9.30am by the pool until 6pm
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I loved the location! It was slightly annoying to use two different elevators but I understand the need for it since I chose a room away from the noisy strip. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Me and my boyfriend stayed here for a week and it’s fair to say we both fell in love with the place and albufeira itself. The staff at the hotel were so friendly, polite and talkative, very informative when telling us about the hotel. The facilities were amazing, although we were slightly disappointed with the space in the toilet, not enough space to move and not much privacy either (might be because of the size room we had) but apart from that, we can’t fault the hotel at all. The pool area was our favourite part, very clean, staff were attentive, relaxing and quiet area, same with breakfast, lots of options for everybody, the staff at the bar were always checking on us and asking if we wanted more drinks etc. We sat on our balcony at night to listen to the night life so we didn’t get caught up in the business of old town and even that was a nice experience, being able to relax and listen to the music. Overall, Hotel Califórnia is in such a nice location, right next to Old Town and everything is pretty much in walking distance. We’ll definitely be returning next year
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

joe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024