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Hotel Balaia MarvsVila Joya

Both Balaia Mar Hotel and Vila Joya are endorsed by professionals. Overall, Vila Joya ranks significantly higher than Balaia Mar Hotel. Vila Joya comes in at #1 in Albufeira with recommendations from 6 reviewers such as Lonely Planet, The Telegraph and Oyster.

Hotel Balaia Mar
7/10
Praia Maria Luisa, Albufeira 8200-925, Portugal
From $60/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Shuttle Bus
  • Laundry Service
  • Restaurant
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Oyster Oyster
Budget
"The two-and-a-half-pearl Balaia Mar Hotel is a decent budget option for unfussy travelers." Full review
Vila Joya
9/10
Praia da Gale, Albufeira 8201-902, Portugal
From $403/night
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Hot Tub
  • Free Internet
  • Room Service
  • Free Breakfast
  • Shuttle Bus
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Star Service Star Service
"This romantic hideaway enjoys a seductive seaside location in an otherwise dull suburb 8 kilometers west of Albufeira." Full review
Oyster Oyster
Luxury
"The 20-room Vila Joya is a luxury boutique hotel that begs for superlatives." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Vila Joya is a luxury resort and spa close to Albufeira yet a planet away in every respect, located right on the beachfront near Praia da Galé." Full review
Hideaway Report Hideaway Report
95.0
"Gracious property set in beautifully landscaped gardens overlooking the sea just outside of Albufeira." Full review
Fodor's Fodor's
"This exclusive German-run jewel is set in lush gardens with no luxury spared." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
9.0
"The Algarve’s most hedonistic retreat, set on cliffs overlooking the sea, offers two-star Michelin cuisine, a beautiful spa and eight luxurious suites." Full review
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"Pool areas, lush green lawns, views of the sea and a spa with a sauna, steam bath, outdoor Jacuzzi and beauty treatment rooms create an ultrarelaxing environment. Its restaurant has two Michelin stars" Full review

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