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Colina do Mar Hotel – Albufeira

Managing to nicely balance peace and tranquillity with proximity to the town centre, the Colina do Mar Hotel Albufeira is an excellent choice for couples and families alike.

With the closest beach only 250 metres away, the Residencial Colina do Mar offers an ideal base from which to really enjoy the best the Algarve has to offer. Portugal’s premier holiday destination, the Algarve is famed for its year-round good weather and beautiful beaches and has become one of the most visited areas in Europe. From the minute you arrive in the Algarve, with its clear blue skies, striking white buildings and pristine green golf courses, you will understand why so many visitors just have to keep returning year after year.

Only 200 metres from this fantastic Algarve resort lies the bustling town of Albufeira, one of the most cosmopolitan areas of the Algarve. Here you can wander among the many unique and fascinating shops and browse their wares: everything from traditional Algarve handicrafts to groceries and photographic supplies. When you feel like refreshments you will be positively spoilt for choice in Albufeira with so many restaurants and cafes to choose from. You could sample a different place every day and still not have tried them all by the time you leave. The bars and nightclubs of Albufeira are among the liveliest in the Algarve, so if you fancy dancing the night away under the warm Portugal skies, then you’re sure to find something to suit your tastes.

Hotel Facilities

Built in 1996 and completely renovated four years later, the Colina do Mar Hotel now has a total of 30 bright, clean and comfortable rooms spread over its five floors. A public internet terminal is located in the hotel lobby for guests’ use, making it easy to keep in touch with friends and loved ones back home to tell them what a wonderful holiday you are having.

Undoubtedly one of the Colina do Mar Hotel’s most attractive features is the fantastic rooftop swimming pool, from where you can enjoy stunning views out to sea across the red-roofed, white stone architecture, so typical of the Algarve region. The pool area is surrounded by a leafy terrace, complete with sun loungers, deckchairs and umbrellas for the exclusive use of the Colina do Mar’s guests. You can even enjoy a ’sundowner’ cocktail on the poolside terrace and really get your Algarve evening off to a magical start. The Colina do Mar also boasts a solarium which guests are welcome to make use of whenever they wish to top up their tan.

Or for those who prefer to get their tan by hitting the beach, you won’t have to go far from this conveniently positioned Algarve resort to find a great spot for sunbathing. Only 250 metres from the hotel you will find the closest beach – a golden, sandy haven where you can really relax and forget all the trials and troubles of your daily life. Why not recline on one of the sun loungers available or, if you are feeling more adventurous, try some of the exciting water sports on offer along the entire Algarve coastline.

Room Facilities

Each of the Hotel Colina do Mar’s well-proportioned rooms benefit from individually controlled air conditioning and clean tiled floors to help keep you cool when the temperatures outside are rising. All rooms also have a balcony or terrace area, allowing you to gaze out to sea over the distinctive Algarve rooftops. Why not leave the curtains open at night and ensure that when you wake, the first thing you will see is the clear blue sky and the sparkling azure sea? An unbeatable start to anyone’s day.

All rooms also benefit from en suite bathroom with hairdryers, so you can quickly transform yourself from beach to bar in minutes. You can also make use of the safety deposit boxes to keep your valuables safe and the direct dial telephone to keep in touch with friends. There is also a mini-bar service for you to enjoy at any time of the day.

Bar and Restaurant

The Residencial Colina do Mar has a lovely clean breakfast room where you can get your day off to a good start with a wide choice of breakfast dishes, including traditional English breakfast or a lighter continental option.

The resort also boasts a great little bar for the use of guests, serving a wide range of beers, wines, spirits and cocktails. This is a lovely spot to enjoy a drink or two and perhaps play some pool, before wandering along ‘the strip’ of Albufeira and experiencing the great night life of this bustling and extremely popular area. So whether you come to the Algarve for fun, sun or simply to relax, the Colina do Mar is a great choice due to its proximity to the beaches and the bars whilst still managing to remain a quiet and peaceful resort.