Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only

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A beachside lounge with wicker furniture and striped cushions, overlooking the sea. - Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only (Albufeira)
A modern interior with a curved sofa, a glass coffee table, and a wooden bookshelf. - Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only (Albufeira)
An aerial view of a coastal town with a wide sandy beach, a clear blue sea, and buildings along the coastline. - Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only (Albufeira)
A spacious lobby with large windows offering a view of the sea, several seating areas, and a tiled floor. - Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only (Albufeira)
A hotel with multiple floors, outdoor seating areas, and a beachside location. - Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only (Albufeira)
Located close to Municipal Archaeological Museum and Albufeira Old Town Square, Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only provides an airport shuttle, a beach bar, and a free daily manager's reception. Be sure to enjoy a meal at the two on-site restaurants. In addition to a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe, guests can connect to in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices).

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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Room options

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Single Room, Sea View

7.8 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double or Twin Room, Balcony, Sea View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(57 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Triple Room, Balcony, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 17 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Junior Studio Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(7 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Single Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

APARTMENT CLUB

  • Sleeps 10

DOUBLE WITH BALCONY

  • Sleeps 4

DOUBLE SEA VIEW WITH BALCONY

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Located on the beach, Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only is in Albufeira Old Town, a neighborhood in Albufeira. Albufeira Marina and Vilamoura Marina are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Praia dos Alemães and Sao Rafael Beach. Municipal Archaeological Museum and Albufeira Old Town Square are two other places to visit that come recommended. Be sure not to miss outdoor adventures like hiking/biking trails and horse riding, or hop on a bike rental nearby and take a self-guided tour around the area. Visit our Albufeira travel guide
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Rua José Bernardino de Sousa, Albufeira, Algarve, 8200-146

What's nearby

  • A bustling street in a historic town with white buildings, shops, and signs for restaurants and bars.
    Albufeira Old Town Square
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A crowded beach with people, umbrellas, and boats.
    Praia dos Pescadores
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A beach with rows of sun loungers, a sandy shore, and buildings along the coastline.
    Peneco Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A crowded beach with numerous umbrellas and people enjoying the sunny weather.
    Praia dos Alemães
    15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Castle Wall Ruins
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Alfredo Restaurant & Bar
    1 min walk
  • Tic Tac Cocktail Bar
    3 min walk
  • Sunset Beachclub
    2 min walk
  • Doce Jardim
    2 min walk
  • Tasca D'Alkhaz
    2 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Casino shuttle (surcharge)

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 restaurants
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Sunrise
  • Sunset

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Indoor pool
  • Library
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center

Outdoors

  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • 7 steps to reach entrance
  • Elevator

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

Children younger than 17 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 17 and older are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: EUR 100 per accommodation, 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

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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 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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 684

We should mention

A fee for a mandatory Christmas Day gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 25
A fee for a mandatory New Year's Eve gala dinner is included in the total price displayed for stays on December 31
Guests under 17 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool.

Is Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

This property doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only?

Check-in start time: 3:30 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only?

Check-out is at noon.

Does Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 60 per vehicle applies.

Where is Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only located?

Located in Albufeira Old Town, this beachfront hotel is on the boardwalk/promenade, just steps from Municipal Archaeological Museum and Albufeira Old Town Square. Praia dos Alemães and Albufeira Marina are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Sol e Mar - Adults Only Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 444 out of 776 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 219 out of 776 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 64 out of 776 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 776 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 776 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Awesome view, very good breakfast and housekeeping was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sonia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property. Perfect location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean polite staff great location
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly team, nice location, just set back far enough to not be in the noisy night life of the old town, but close enough to walk within in a few minutes. Breakfast was pretty standard, but worked for us. Rooms were a good size, plenty of space, balcony over looking the ocean was a nice touch.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay at Hotel Sol e Mar and would definitely come back. Service was outstanding from the moment we arrived. We got there early and our room was already ready, which made the start of the trip so much easier. The staff were friendly, helpful, and genuinely made us feel welcome. The room was clean and spacious, with a balcony and a beautiful view of the beach. Falling asleep to the sound of the sea and waking up to that view was one of the best parts of the stay. The location is hard to beat. The hotel elevator gives easy access down to the beach, and the tunnel from the beach up to the Old Town is extremely convenient. You can be on the sand one minute and in the restaurants and shops a few minutes later. Breakfast was included and truly top notch — a great selection and a lovely way to start the day. We also enjoyed the nightly entertainment in the hotel. It was a nice, relaxed way to end the evening without having to go far. Clean rooms, excellent service, a superb location, and a breakfast we looked forward to every morning. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
There was a condom under our bed when we arrived, rooms weren’t clearly cleaned or restocked. But the location was amazing and worth it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Extremely good hotel, location, decor and staff. Pool out of order during our stay and wouldn't recommend the free sister hotel pool up the road! But you do have a lovely beach tight there so not needed! Great stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

victor

Liked: Staff & service
The hotel is in the most beautiful location easy walk to major restaurants and the town. The hotel is old and dated but the view and location made up for it
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
clean room beach wqs amazing and location couldnt be better
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great ocean view, and very close to activity.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, probably the best in Albufeira old town, great breakfasts and friendly staff, highly recommended, Property ace location is due to it being 60 years there, but it has been modenised very well, so dedicated room aircon, updated bathroom and superb showers.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2026
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4/10 Poor

Dexter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Beach umbrellas were not included and it was not at all clear in the description. Toilet paper was hard as sandpaper. Bath towels are dingy, old and hard. No tissue paper, no lotions, one bottle of water. Coffee pods that did not work. I was given a room on floor 1 with an obstructed view with two big flags blocking my view. Noisy as hell in the morning and evening with the restaurant workers dragging chairs into and out of the restaurant. Coinvent location, breakfast buffet great but beach towels require a deposit and many had holes in them. For an expensive hotel these faults should not exist. The fridge in the room is a chiller and does not do much to get the drinks cold (I was there when another guest complained about this as well). Jorge and Jorge were very informative and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Poev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Yes rooms is clean n location was amazing and very quiet in room, and near by all shops and so many restaurant even the back of hotel on beaches . Love it
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Old Town. Roof top room overlooked the ocean. Room was very clean and big. The included breakfast was wonderful as we looked out on the water and beach. We were able to check in early after an overnight flight and have breakfast too. We enjoyed the adults only atmosphere. Would easily stay here again.
View from room on top floor
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There's no obstruction from the hotel balcony. Perfect views of the sea and fab sunrise and sunset. I will definitely be staying here again. Staff are friendly and as a solo traveller, hotel is perfectly located for restaurants and going to the marina for day trips. Loved my stay.
Sunset
Self explanatory really
Sunrise
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location, Clean updated rooms, nice staff, awesome buffet breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was clear view of the beach and we were able to walk along it for quite a way at lower tides.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, nice view, nice location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mitesh

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Views and location are unbeatable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth

Liked: Staff & service
The location in old town was excellent as was the amazing sea view. The staff was lovely and helpful. Unfortunately, the bed had a top sheet and no blanket/duvet. There were comforters in a closet but we had no idea if they were previously used so did not use them. The towels were subpar and had a few holes in them. Our air conditioning never really kicked in and it was hot. For location, staff and view I would stay there. Know that other things in the room are not 4 stars.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The amazing location right on the beach, the delicious breakfast buffet and the wonderful staff
Stayed 9 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maryse

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property located on the beach with several restaurants, bars and shopping across the street from the hotel. Friendly and accommodating staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Carmela

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were 6 couples traveling together and we all stayed at this hotel. Where do I start with Hotel Sol e Mar!!!!This hotel has only 2 things going for it. One is the location close to restaurants bars and shops and the other is, it’s on the beach so the views are beautiful. After that this hotel has nothing else. I would say it’s one star up from a cheap seedy motel. There was always a funky gross smell in the room. Baby cockroaches in the shower. When we went to take out a comforter at night we found a used vape rolled up in the comforter. The other comforter had a huge yellow stain on it. So we slept with just a sheet on our baby size pillows which had an unpleasant odor. The towels in the bathroom were worn out (holes) and a dingy white. The other couples experienced same issues with odor in their rooms. All their lines need better quality! Bathroom amenties are poor. One other couple found a dead rodent on their balcony on the day of our arrival others also saw cockroaches daily in their rooms! You get, upon arrival only 1 complimentary bottle or water then you have to pay for water! There’s a coffee machine in the room you only get 2 pods then after that you pay 1 euro per pod! All 6 couple are all well travelled. This is the worst hotel we have ever stayed at anywhere. We stayed 4 nights and we couldn’t wait to get out of there. Hotel Sol e Mar in the Algarve needs a major renovation. Not worth the money at all. Stay away!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Marshall

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is amazing. The staff were all amazing and it's in a perfect location. Walking distance to anything you might want..we loved it 💗
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MAGDELINE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location…right on the beach and steps away from town
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025