Portugal ∙ Algarve ∙ Albufeira

PortoBay Blue Ocean ****+

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Pool
Beach
Parking
Family
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Location

The PortoBay Blue Ocean, with its unique cliff-top location overlooking one of the most beautiful beaches in the Algarve, Praia da Falésia, is set within beautiful gardens. The centre of Olhos d’água, with its shops and restaurants, is in the immediate vicinity. Albufeira is approximately 8 km away. Faro Airport is approximately 35 km away.
Modern hotel room with two beds, large TV, and balcony overlooking the city.
Luxury hotel with multiple pools, sun loungers, and sea view under clear skies.
View of a seaside hotel with green trees and a long sandy beach under a clear blue sky.
Coastal landscape with sandy beach, rocks, and hotels in the background under a blue sky

Facilities

Luxury hotel with multiple pools, sun loungers, and sea view under clear skies.
Hotel with large pool, sun umbrellas, and palm trees under clear sky.
Hotel pool with sun umbrellas and lounge chairs in front of trees and clear sky.
Large pool with loungers and palm trees at a hotel resort with sea view
Well-maintained garden with green lawn and shaded seating area under palm trees on a clear day
Swimming pool with sun loungers and umbrellas under blue sky with palm trees.
Outdoor seating area with modern furniture and sea view at sunset in a hotel.
Couple walking through a garden with large wooden planters and lush greenery.
Modern open hotel lounge with palm trees and comfortable sofas under natural light.
Bright restaurant with wooden floors, many chairs, sofas, and large windows overlooking plants.
Covered terrace with seating areas overlooking a pool and palm trees at a hotel.
Modern hotel bar area with four stylish bar stools and illuminated beverage display.
Open restaurant area with tables and chairs, overlooking palm trees and sun terrace.
Indoor pool in a modern hotel with seating area and plants.
The 4-star hotel was renovated for Summer 2025 and features 348 modern rooms, a lobby with reception, lift, 2 restaurants (an international buffet restaurant and a brasserie next to the outdoor pool), a cocktail bar with terrace, and a pool/snack bar. The outdoor area includes a sun terrace and three swimming pools (one of which is adults-only, plus a children's pool). The hotel also has an indoor pool (heated). Sun loungers and umbrellas are included by the pool. Hotel guests benefit from direct beach access (via stairs).

Accommodation

Double room

The cosy and modernly furnished double rooms feature a bathroom with shower/WC, hairdryer, air conditioning/heating, safe, minibar, kettle, telephone, cable TV (55-inch Smart TV), and balcony (D). Also available as a double room Type O with the same amenities (DZO).

Modern hotel room with two beds, balcony, and view of green landscape.
Modern hotel room with two beds, large window, and balcony overlooking greenery.
Bright hotel room with double bed, balcony, and modern wooden furniture.
View through a patio door to chairs and garden with trees and sea in the background.

Double room side sea view

Same amenities as the double rooms, but with a side sea view (DMS). Also bookable as a double room with side sea view Type O (SDO) (limited availability).

Double room sea view

Same amenities as the double rooms, but with a sea view (DM). Also bookable as a double room with sea view Type O (DMO).

Brightly furnished hotel room with double bed, balcony, and green view.
Modern hotel room with two beds, ceiling fan, seating area, and view of a terrace.
Modern hotel room with two beds, large TV, and balcony overlooking the city.

Double room Superior

The Superior double rooms have the same amenities as the double rooms, but are more spacious (DSU). Also bookable as a Superior double room with side sea view (D2S).

Meals

B&B/HB/FB

HB: Breakfast and dinner buffet.
FB: In addition, lunch as a 3-course menu.

Modern buffet with wooden counters and indirect lighting in a hotel restaurant.

Sports included

Fitness room

Sports for a fee

Tennis

Children's program

Children's pool
Children's playroom with colorful shelves, bean bags, and a popcorn cart in front of a large mirror.

Wellness

Modern sauna with wooden walls and indirect lighting for relaxation.
Indoor pool in a modern hotel with seating area and plants.
Relaxation area with hot tub, lounge chairs, and a person in the water at a hotel
Heated indoor pool (included)
Whirlpool (included)
For a fee:
Sauna and Turkish bath. Treatments can be booked on-site.

Entertainment

Animation
Live Music

Hotel service

Laundry service (for a fee).
Private parking for a fee.
Hairdresser.
Wi-Fi (included)

Hotel features

  • Direct beach location
  • Shopping facilities
  • Indoor pool
  • Children's pool
  • Parking
  • Family friendly

Information

Rated 4.5 Suns by us due to the spectacular location and modern concept.
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Pets not allowed
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Some of the photos are sample images.
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Suitable for people with reduced mobility.
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Check-in: from 2 PM
Check-out: until 12 PM
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Hotel contact:
PortoBay Blue Ocean
Quinta do Milharó
8200-591 Olhos d'água, Albufeira- Portugal
Phone: +351 291 708 750
Email: book@portobay.pt
The photos shown are sample images.
In the "Sun Destinations" Summer 2026 catalogue on page 69.

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Last updated: 20.02.2026 00:36