Água-Viva by Umbral

Guesthouse within walking distance of Praia dos Alemães

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When you stay at Água-Viva by Umbral, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of The Strip and Oura Beach. Also, Albufeira Old Town Square and Praia dos Alemães are within a short drive.
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (3)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Television
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
£33
includes taxes & fees
26 Mar - 27 Mar

Room options

Showing 6 of 6 rooms
Free toiletries, hair dryer
Superior Double Room | Free WiFi
Superior Double Room | Free WiFi
Superior Double Room | Free WiFi

Superior Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer
Double Room | Free WiFi
Double Room | Free WiFi
Free toiletries, hair dryer

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer
Superior Twin Room | Free WiFi
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Superior Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
Free toiletries, hair dryer
Twin Room | Free WiFi
Twin Room | Free WiFi
Free toiletries, hair dryer

Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
Free toiletries, hair dryer
Triple Room | Free WiFi
Triple Room | Free WiFi
Triple Room | Free WiFi

Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Free toiletries, hair dryer
Quadruple Room | Free WiFi
Quadruple Room | Free WiFi
Quadruple Room | Free WiFi

Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Single Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
Rua Vasco da Gama 9, Areia de Sao Joao, Albufeira, 8200

What's nearby

  • Aveiros Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Praia dos Alemães - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Strip - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Oura Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Albufeira Old Town Square - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Portimao (PRM) - 42 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 46 min drive
  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 15 min drive
  • Tunes Station - 23 min drive
  • Silves Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wild & Co. - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Nosolo Agua - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Albufeira US 66 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Matt's Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Donaldo's - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Água-Viva by Umbral

When you stay at Água-Viva by Umbral, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of The Strip and Oura Beach. Also, Albufeira Old Town Square and Praia dos Alemães are within a short drive.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 15 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free Wi-Fi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Parking

    • No on-site parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Facilities

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer

Stay connected

  • Complimentary wireless Internet access (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 200 per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might 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.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between midnight and 8:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from March 02 to October 31

Policies

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Mastercard
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Água-Viva by Umbral?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Água-Viva by Umbral?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Água-Viva by Umbral?

Sorry, there's no on-site parking at Água-Viva by Umbral.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Água-Viva by Umbral?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at Água-Viva by Umbral?

No, this guest house doesn't have a casino, but Casino Vilamoura (22-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Água-Viva by Umbral and nearby?

Água-Viva by Umbral has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Água-Viva by Umbral have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room.

What's the area around Água-Viva by Umbral like?

Água-Viva by Umbral is a short 8-minute walk from The Strip and 11 minutes' walk from Oura Beach.

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Água-Viva by Umbral Reviews

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9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
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8/10 Very good

Yes the place was fine just a couple of idiotic people up the road but for a nice place to stay it was fine
John, 6-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Bom custo benefício. Bom atendimento. Infelizmente o ar quente precisou de manutenção externa e mesmo assim o controle remoto desconfigurou pois é universal. Com temperaturas de 6° dormir no frio foi mt ruim!
MURILO, 3-night trip