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Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, near The Strip

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Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 9 AM to 7:30 PM, sun loungers
Gazebo
Exterior
Property grounds
Lobby sitting area
Travelers soak up the Albufeira sunshine at Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza, where modern comfort meets vibrant energy. Enjoy refreshing drinks at the swim-up bar and authentic Portuguese cuisine at Os Arcos restaurant. Active guests can rent bikes for on-site cycling opportunities.

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Pool

Room options

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Sofa Beds OR 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 70 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Twin Beds and 2 Double Sofa Beds

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Desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Estrada de Santa Eulalia Apartado 978, Areias de S. Joao, Albufeira, Faro, 8200-913

What's nearby

  • Santa Eulalia Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Balaia Golf Village - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Oura Beach - 3 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • The Strip - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Albufeira Old Town Square - 6 min drive - 2.5 miles

Getting around

  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 11 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oliveiras - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coyote Bar - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Hangover - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Churasqueira Beira - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Albufeira - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza

Upscale hotel near Balaia Golf Village
Located close to Oura Beach, Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza provides an airport shuttle, a swim-up bar, and a poolside bar. Active travelers can enjoy cycling at this hotel. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. The on-site Portuguese cuisine restaurant, Os Arcos, offers breakfast and dinner. In addition to a terrace and laundry facilities, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool, along with sun loungers and a swim-up bar
  • Free self parking
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and tennis courts
  • A roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge), a 24-hour front desk, and smoke-free premises
Room features
All 76 rooms include comforts such as air conditioning and separate sitting areas, in addition to perks like free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Sofa beds and free cribs/infant beds
  • Bathrooms with bidets and shower/tub combinations
  • Flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, balconies, and separate sitting areas

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 7.50 for adults and EUR 3.75 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Aqua Azul
  • Os Arcos
  • Siroco Pool Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Tennis

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room crib
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Computer station
  • Conference space

Outdoors

  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • 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 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 - 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 7.50 for adults and EUR 3.75 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 35.00 per vehicle (one-way)
  • In-room safe fee: EUR 3 per day

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 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 9 AM to 7:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Balaia Plaza
Balaia Plaza Albufeira
Balaia Plaza Hotel
Balaia Plaza Hotel Albufeira
Balaia Plaza Albufeira, Portugal - Algarve
Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza Hotel Albufeira
Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza Hotel
Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza Albufeira
Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza Hotel
Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza Albufeira
Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza Hotel Albufeira

Frequently asked questions

Does Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Pool access is from 9 AM–7:30 PM.

Is Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza?

Self parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle that runs on request. A fee of EUR 35.00 per vehicle applies.

Where is Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza located?

Located in Santa Eulália, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Santa Eulalia Beach and Balaia Golf Village. The Strip and Oura Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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