Portugal ∙ Algarve ∙ Albufeira

Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort & Spa *****

FAO100
Fitness
Wellness
WLAN
Pool
Beach
Family
Air conditioning
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Location

The spacious and very child-friendly complex is located above the beach of the same name, one of the most beautiful areas in southern Portugal. Direct beach access, a total of 4 outdoor swimming pools for adults and 3 for children, and an in-house kids' club make the resort the perfect destination for families. The airport is approx. 40 km away, the center about 1.5 km.
Aerial view of a beachfront hotel with pool and sandy beach in the foreground
Hotel complex with pool near a calm sandy beach and turquoise blue sea.
Hotel on a sandy beach with clear surf and blue sky in the background.
View of a sunny sandy beach with palm trees and calm sea near rocks.
Aerial view of a hotel complex with multiple buildings, a pool, and green lawns.

Facilities

Hotel with pools, sun umbrellas, and sea view under clear blue sky.
Hotel with garden, pool, and sea view under a blue sky.
Hotel pool area with multiple pools and sun loungers, overlooking sea and wooded hills
Empty pool area with sun loungers and white parasols by the sea.
Semi-detached house with pool, sun loungers, and blue umbrellas in a hotel area.
Hotel entrance with glass door, two large plant pots, and modern blue canopy.
Bright hotel lobby with white sofas, wooden tables, and a large floor lamp.
Spacious open hotel lobby with stairs, wooden paneling, and abundant natural light.
Buffet with various dishes and drinks in a restaurant with a brick ceiling.
Cozy hotel bar with colorful chairs and warm lighting scheme
Elegant restaurant with white tables and chairs overlooking palm trees and the sea
Cozy terrace with wooden furniture and large potted plants under woven hanging lamps.
Cozy terrace with dining tables, plants, and sea view under clear sky.
Outdoor hotel terrace with wooden tables and chairs overlooking the sea and palm trees
Cozy lounge bench with cushions overlooking palm trees and the sea in the background.
The complex consists of the hotel (189 rooms) and apartment areas (155 apartments). It offers a reception hall with a reception in the hotel (including German-speaking staff), 4 elevators (hotel), Wi-Fi (included throughout the complex), a buffet restaurant, 3 restaurants (à la carte or buffet, depending on season or occupancy), a bar, a games and TV room, a shop/kiosk, and a business center. In the extensive, well-maintained garden complex, there are a total of 4 swimming pools for adults (freshwater and saltwater) and 3 swimming pools for children (partially heated, divided between the apartment and hotel sections) as well as 3 pool bars, sunbathing lawns, and sun terraces. Umbrellas, loungers with cushions, and bath towels are included here; at the beach, they are available for a fee.

Accommodation

Double Room

The double rooms are very stylishly and comfortably furnished and have a bathroom with a bathtub, toilet, and hairdryer, a bathrobe, air conditioning, satellite TV, telephone, safe, minibar (on request), Wi-Fi (included), and a balcony (D). Double rooms with sea view can be booked at an additional charge (DM). Double rooms (DE) and double rooms with sea view (DEM) for single occupancy can be booked at an additional charge.

Bright hotel room with double bed, desk, TV, and balcony overlooking palm trees.
Cozy hotel room with large double bed, wooden headboard, and three framed pictures.
Bright hotel room with double bed, beige bedspread, and large window with curtains.
Bright kitchen with colorful tiles, green table, and access to a balcony with a view.
Cozy living room with two sofas, coffee table, and TV in a bright room.

Apartment

The apartments have similar amenities, a living room with a sofa bed (for the 3rd + 4th person), a kitchenette, and a separate bedroom. Balcony or terrace. This room category is located opposite the main building (A12).

Studio

The studios are equipped like the apartments but have a combined living and sleeping area. This room category is located near the main building (S12).

Bright hotel room with green dining table, chairs, single bed, and kitchenette.
Simple hotel room with double bed, green-gold bedspread, and green nightstand.
Bright hotel room with double bed, balcony, and view of green landscape.
Bright hotel lounge with sofa, TV, table, chairs, and balcony overlooking greenery.
Modern hotel room with white bed, decorative pillows, and nightstand with lamp and phone.
Balcony with two chairs overlooking forested hills under a blue sky.

Suite

The suites have the same amenities as the double rooms, but are significantly larger at approx. 54 m² and have a living area, a separate bedroom, and 2 bathrooms (S2). Suites with sea view can be booked at an additional charge (S2M).

Board

RO/BB/HB/FB

Room only/without meals. Breakfast in buffet form. Lunch/and dinner in buffet form or choice of menu (depending on occupancy, seasonal). Special dietary and vegetarian meals available on request. Also bookable without meals for studio and apartment room categories.

Varied breakfast buffet with croissants, pastries, and cakes in a hotel kitchen.

Self-catering (N) (FAOA02)

Sports Included

Fitness room.

Sports for a Fee

Tennis. Golf courses and water sports (external providers) in the surrounding area (on request).

Children's Program

Kids' club for 3-12 year olds and babysitting service on request (for a fee).
View of a coastal promenade with palm trees and a covered seating area in the foreground.
Children's playground with slide and swings in a fenced area with green landscape and mountains in the background.
Colorful kids play area with rugs, stools, and space-themed decorations in a wooden room.
Children sack race on green lawn in front of hotel with colorful bouncy castle playground.

Wellness

Indoor swimming pool with blue water and two metal ladders against the wall.
Man relaxes in a mosaic steam room with colorful tiled walls.
Two people relax in dark robes on lounge chairs in a calm spa area.
Indoor pool with bubbling water, water jets, and relaxing lounge chairs in the background.
Modern indoor pool with multiple basins, columns, and large windows letting in daylight.
1200 m² large spa area (for a fee) with thalassotherapy indoor pool (Water Circuits), sauna, hammam, and Vichy shower. You can choose from many different treatments and massages that can be booked on-site (for a fee).

Hotel Service

There is a free shuttle bus to Praia de Santa Eulália (90 m away, access also via stairs) daily.
Free shuttle bus to the center of Albufeira (subject to availability, limited capacity).
Baby cots (free of charge, on request, subject to availability).
Parking spaces (free of charge, subject to availability).
Wi-Fi (included throughout the complex).

Hotel features

  • Luxury Travelers
  • Indoor Pool
  • Fitness
  • Golf
  • Children's Pool
  • Tennis
  • Sauna
  • Massages
  • Spa
  • Family Friendly
  • Wi-Fi
  • Kids Club/Mini Club
  • Air Conditioning
  • Hotel Safe
  • Children's Playground
  • Internet
  • Bicycle Rental
  • Club
  • Shopping Facilities
  • Sandy Beach
  • Direct Beach Access
  • Extended Hygiene Concept

Sustainability

Travel with a Future provides assistance in making conscious decisions. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and are actively investing in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

Further information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen can be found at: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key

Note

No dogs allowed.
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Hotel:
Check-in: from 4 PM
Check-out: until 12 PM

Resort:
Check-in: from 4 PM
Check-out: until 10 AM
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Hotel contact details:
GRANDE REAL SANTA EULALIA RESORT
PRAIA DE SANTA EULALIA
P.O. BOX 2445
8200-916 ALBUFEIRA
PORTUGAL
PHONE: 00351-289-598000
FAX: 00351-289-598001
EMAIL: GRSE@Realhotelsgroup.com
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Please note: From May 1, 2024, the municipality of Albufeira will charge a tourist tax of EUR 2 per person/night (maximum 7 nights; children up to 12 years free).

Country category

5 Sterne