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Hotel Alcaide

3.0 star property
Adults-only beach hotel with outdoor pool
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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Sports facility
Point of interest
Point of interest
Lounge
Lobby sitting area

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
Av Joao Paulo II, Praia do Vau, Portimão, 8500-820
  • Vau Beach
    4 min walk
  • Restaurante Beatriz
    1 min walk
  • Portimao Station
    11 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM)
    7 min drive

Room options

View all photos for Junior Suite, Balcony, Garden View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Junior Suite, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

View all photos for Superior Double Room, Balcony, Garden View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Double Room, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, Balcony, Garden View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Superior Twin Room, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Garden View

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Deluxe Double Room, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Twin Room, Balcony, Garden View

Deluxe Twin Room, Balcony, Garden View

Deluxe Twin Room, Balcony, Garden View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Standard Double Room, Balcony

Minibar, in-room safe, desk, free WiFi

Standard Double Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Standard Twin Room, Balcony

Standard Twin Room, Balcony

Standard Twin Room, Balcony

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
Desk
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

View all photos for Family Room, Balcony, Pool View

Family Room, Balcony, Pool View

Family Room, Balcony, Pool View

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Deep-soaking bath
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Minibar
  • 26.4 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Single Beds

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About the area

Portimão

At Hotel Alcaide you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Vau Beach and Alemao Beach. Highlights at this beach hotel include an outdoor swimming pool, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to scooter/moped rentals and bike hire. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. There's also limited parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3-property class Portimão hotel include Algarve Casino and Pestana Alto Golf Club.

What's nearby

  • Vau Beach - 4 min walk
  • Algarve Casino - 13 min walk
  • Portimão Museum - 5 min drive
  • Portimão Marina - 6 min drive
  • Rocha Beach - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Portimao Station - 11 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 55 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante Branquinho - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪O Viriato - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Cloque - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Servi - Vau - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Luna Sol em Portimão - ‬17 min walk

About this property

Hotel Alcaide

Adults-only beach hotel with outdoor pool
There's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. An outdoor pool, a terrace, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Hotel Alcaide. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Portimão hotel.

  • 1 building
  • 25 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1987
  • Deli
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
Hotel Alcaide offers 25 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and a safe. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. This Portimão hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • 24-hour return airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Bicycle storage
  • Outdoor pool
  • Scooter/moped rentals
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 1 November and 31 March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 12 are not allowed at this adults-only property. All guests 12 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 1.00 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.

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.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 80 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)

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, 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system and a first aid kit
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, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • This is an adults-only property and guests under 12 years old aren't allowed.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Alcaide Hotel
Alcaide Portimao
Hotel Alcaide
Hotel Alcaide Portimao
Hotel Alcaide Portimao, Algarve, Portugal
Hotel Alcaide Hotel
Hotel Alcaide Portimão
Hotel Alcaide Hotel Portimão

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hotel Alcaide?

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

Is parking available at Hotel Alcaide?

Yep, Hotel Alcaide has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Hotel Alcaide?

Yep, Hotel Alcaide is a short 4-minute walk from Vau Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, scuba diving and windsurfing.

Does Hotel Alcaide have a pool?

Hotel Alcaide has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

Is Hotel Alcaide family-friendly?

No, Hotel Alcaide is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hotel Alcaide?

No, but there's an airport shuttle that runs 24 hours a day on request for a fee.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hotel Alcaide?

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

Are pets allowed at Hotel Alcaide?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Hotel Alcaide?

There isn't one on site, but Pestana Alto Golf Club is a short 14-minute walk away.

Hotel Alcaide Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

kent

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean. The host/bartender is wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent and friendly staff that were very helpful. Beds are firm but all of Europe seems this way. Very convenient walk to the beach and access to a store for drinks and snacks and an ATM. Restaurants walkable as well. Best part was the staff!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geoff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Seems recently refurbished and fresh. Pool is a good size with plenty of sun beds in shade or sun. Rooms are a good size with a small balcony. Breakfast was good
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Hotel !
With the exception of parking, everything was wonderful. Bruno, the front desk receptionist, was friendly and helpful. He put smiles on our faces!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Geovanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Location and food satisfaction!
We had a wonderful time and definitely will come back Rooms were as pictured and breakfast was better than expected, lots of fruits, bread, cheese and more all fresh and delicious! Great location walking distance to the beach and other attractions
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Les

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great team, good value.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Jacqueline Rush

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very small and shower was tiny too. Buffet was delicious and location was good too
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic stay. Highly recommended
Absolutely love our 10 day stay at hotel alcaide. Staff where so friendly and helpful. Breakfast was amazing and cleanliness was very good. The only downside was the lack of a fridge in the room but given the opportunity to keep a bottle of wine in the bar cooler and ice was readily available when we needed it.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrius

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very nice friendly, clean hotel. With all the amenities one would need.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Debbie, Hove

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely little hotel, spotlessly clean with helpful staff, close to lovely beach
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
The grounds and pool were lovely. However, the rooms were incredibly basic - no hairdryer, fridge, kettle etc. Also, they only appeared to make up the bed and replace towels when they cleaned the room as the bathroom was still quite dirty.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Des, New Zealand

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Kiwi's in Portugal
Arrived early and staff stored bags, directed us for short walk to beach and 45 minutes later room was ready. Staff English is very good.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

8/10 Good

Varun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice property & pool
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Marcin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Anna, Cardiff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Very accommodating!
We have stayed in few hotels in Algarve including five stars establishments and on comparison Alcaide rates really well! It's biggest attribute is the staff. Very accommodating and showing very high standard of customer service, always smile on their faces. Location: Praia de Vau is only few minutes walk away and Praia da Rocha with the main strip of restaurants about 20 minutes. The neighbourhood is Portuguese with little tourists and the snack bar nearby Costa serves amazing cocktails with plenty of locals that go there. The area is very quiet and safe. Facilities: the main plus is the pool if you don't fancy going to the beach. Our main complaint would be additional charges for the fridge and the safe. That should be included in the room rate. Overall we had a very enjoyable stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel close to the beach
Dated property, buy very comfortable. Great swimming pool and located 5 minutes walking from a beautiful beach and lots of restaurants. Lack of elevator and not enough parking take out some of its points.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

ellen, hampshire

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We would stay again
Very nice hotel. Clean and comfortable. Good breakfast. Close to beach. Need to work a little bit harder on customer service.

10/10 Excellent

Des, warwicshire U K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Little gem
lovely hotel with palm tree lined entrance , staff were all polite and helpfull especially Claudia who helped with tranfers and boarding pass requirements with a smile, the complementary breakfast is more than adequate and set in a lovely breakfast room that leads onto the pool terrace if you wish to enjoy alfresco. The pool is immaculate and rooms large enough, 5 minutes from beach cove and a few restaurants , 15/20 min stroll along coastal track to Praia rocha if you seek lively strip of shops bars and restaurants , 5 euro by taxi.

6/10 Okay

Will

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very basic, very clean, very overpriced.
Our room and the hotel were very clean, however, the bathroom door neither locked or stayed closed, the bedside units were coming away from the wall, there was no ventilation or decent lighting in the bathroom, there are no basic amenities such as a hair dryer or kettle. The dated decor could have passed as rustic or traditional if things like the built in radio actually worked, however it seemed instead to be outdated and in need of some tlc. The breakfast is basic European style, but you'll have to get there early as the food runs out fairly fast and isn't replaced. This was part of a three leg journey and we found much better accommodation for the same price elsewhere, including Madrid. The saving graces of this hotel was its immaculate cleanliness and its picturesque pool.

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort