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Reviews of NAU Sao Rafael Atlantico 5 stars

Sesmarias, 8200-917 Albufeira, Portugal

#31 of 81 hotels in Albufeira

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Review score

Based on 1278 hotel reviews

8.5

Score breakdown

  • Cleanliness

    9.1

  • Comfort

    9.1

  • Location

    9.1

  • Facilities

    8.8

  • Staff

    8.8

  • Value for money

    8.3

  • Free WiFi

    8.2

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  • Reviewed: 5 May 2024

    9.0
    short weekend stay 4 days
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    hotel spa relax sauna jaquzi steam rooms area should be free and no charge if suggesting a fault charging customers .... :( other than that 9 outta 10 review

    nice facilities and breakfast was ok bit of a selection. vending machine prices crazy 6 euro for a red bull madness and only 2 euro in shops. rooms nice not a lot English stations on TV if chilling in one of you evenings. location is Good they have there own private beach taxis needed to go places but a bus in offer free three times a day to new or old town.... and three buses back. porter on nights was a legend funny and worth a wage increase marcio too gave us a late check out free and credit to him too.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 4 May 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Double Room with Sea View
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The noise from the buffet restaurant in the room

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 2 May 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Information regarding public holidays during the stay if relevant and which businesses would be closed.

    The reception staff were very friendly, helpful, and understanding. A shuttle the hotel provided to and from the old town. I would definitely stay here again as well as recommend the hotel to family and friends.

    Stayed in May 2024

  • Reviewed: 1 May 2024

    10
    Couple stay
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The beds are extremely comfortable,we had breakfast included which was a great spread suited everyone loads of choice. We had a spa treatment the girls were excellent so relaxed after it :). Reception staff on check in & porter were fantastic even facilitated a late check out. Nothing was a hassle for them will definitely return again :)

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 28 April 2024

    10
    Comfortable stay, good location & facilities
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not enough lighting in bathroom

    Room, location, staff service

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    N/A

    The spa.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 27 April 2024

    8.0
    excellent and would return
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights

    Breakfast not fantastic

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 25 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Business trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Everything is excellent as always

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    10
    A real pleasure staying at this hotel
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nothing

    Superb hotel with a fantastic beach. Exceptional Staff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 24 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Double Room Nature
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Some maintenance issues

    Access to the beach, facilities, service and staff

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    8.0
    Proper Algarve resort
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Not the most exciting design and decor (aged quickly), some carpet and wall malfunctions, falling off hooks in room, necessity of paying extra for another part of indoor pool complex, narrow and small on-site parking, despite facing garden the room had awful view

    Stunning palm-filled garden, private gateway to the amazing beach, tasty breakfast, spacious room with lots of storage, secluded and intimate location, welcome water/coffee/chocolate in the room, nice but crowded inside pool, trendy outside pool complex, super attentive breakfast buffet staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    10
    It's definitely kept its charm and high standards over the years.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    There were a few small issues, like a worn-out carpet, but they were minor.

    I recently stayed at a hotel I first visited ten years ago and it's still a great place. The room was very nice and comfortable, complete with all the luxuries you’d expect from a 5-star hotel, including some tasty chocolate and Nespresso coffee. The pool was clean and well-maintained, and the garden was just as beautiful as I remember. The breakfast was excellent and almost perfect. The staff were all very friendly and polite, making my stay even better. I'm really looking forward to going back to this hotel. It's definitely kept its charm and high standards over the years.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    7.0
    The hotel meet expectations and served its purpose for 1 nights stay with a good breakfast before on
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night

    Very noisy throughout the night

    Very good breakfast and access to the beach, friendly staff

    Stayed in March 2024

  • Reviewed: 23 April 2024

    7.0
    This is the third time I’ve been to the hotel and each time it gets worse, a pitty
    • Business trip
    • Solo traveller
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 3 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beginning with the entrance (keeping in mind that this is a 5 star hotel); some of the letters of the name of the hotel were missing; the glass entrance was dirty ; the carpet was worn , there were black marks above the fire place ; then there were at least 3 to 4 people behind the check inn desk (and that wouldn’t be a problem if they could tend to their guests) ; carpets in the hallway and rooms should be replaced; some parts of the walls in the hotel were repainted but only half (something you would expect from a 3 star hotel but not 5 star) The tables in the restaurant are used to that extent that you have rings on the tables from glasses. Instead of giving me some sweets and asking me if I could give a good review I would use my money for other things I don’t know the financial position of the hotel or the hotel group but if I don’t have the money to do a complete renovation than I would engage a handyman or two ; they can paint, they can sand down the tables in the restaurant if there is no money to do a refurbishment. But still remains a pretty great location (pitty it’s not well managed, they’ll need to keep their prices low)

    Location

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 22 April 2024

    8.0
    stunning views and garden
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    a little run down in the hall ways (carpet loose / trip hazard) not treatments avalible on the day so book in advance

    loved the setout of this place great facilities also very beautiful surroundings, good gym and spa set up.

    Stayed in February 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    9.0
    Good property
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Nice and comfortable rooms. Good breakfast. close to the beach but not many restaurants around it so choices limited to restaurants within the resort.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 21 April 2024

    7.0
    Short and peaceful
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 2 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    For a 5 star hotel I would expect a littlw bit more in general. Quality/price was very good, but I would rate this hotel a 4 stars

    The staff was lovely and so nice. Since the receptionist, to the room service lady until the cleaning ladies.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 17 April 2024

    8.0
    Very good
    • Business trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 1 night
    • Submitted via mobile

    Location is incredible

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 16 April 2024

    9.0
    Superb
    • Leisure trip
    • People with friends
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Beds weren't comfortable as expected. There was a plastic sheet on them.

    Plenty of seating by the pools, great view of ocean, very nice facilities including spa. Friendly staff. Good pool bar food. Breakfast was delicious. Balconies were large and pleasant. Bathroom has separate toliet and shower which made it easy for 2 people to get ready at once.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 14 April 2024

    10
    Fanastic hotel, great staff, unbeatable breakfast, comfy bed.
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights

    The bed was comfortable with lovely pillows. The breakfast was amazing, it had everything. The staff are all friendly and very helpful and they smile a lot! I would highly recommend this hotel.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 10 April 2024

    8.0
    Lovely hotel with loads of upsides. Main downside for us was the constant mosquitos due to our room placement.
    • Leisure trip
    • Family with young children
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 7 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Our balcony faced onto a garden area and we were ground floor. The balcony was COVERED in mosquitos rendering it useless to us. The cleaner would open the balcony door and I would have to kill 5 or 6 mosquitos per day. The hotel needs to do more to prevent this (e.g bug screens, blue lights to attract and kill the mosquitoes). Mosquitoes were NOT a big issue at pool or beach etc. 2 single beds pushed together rather than a double. The beds kept separating resulting in us sleeping in the space between sometimes.

    Facilities were good. Location was nice. Close to the beautiful beach. Breakfast was lovely. Very helpful staff. Fantastic message. Free parking.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 8 April 2024

    8.0
    Not a five star hotel.
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    In my opinion the hotel is not 5 star hotel. Very limited beach chairs in the pool area. The resort is not offering any activities/ entertainment The indoor pool and jacuzzi is closing super early at 7 pm. We had no chance to use it because of the hours.rooms are dated, so is the carpet in the hallways. Grounds are beautiful but the hotel Itself looks tired.

    The grounds and location of the hotel are very nice. Stuff friendly and helpful.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    10
    Exceptional
    • Leisure trip
    • Couple
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 4 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    Great hotel in a great location.

    Stayed in April 2024

  • Reviewed: 6 April 2024

    7.0
    Close to the beach
    • Leisure trip
    • Group
    • Standard Double Room
    • Stayed 5 nights
    • Submitted via mobile

    The breakfast - room was too crowded and you had to wait - it was baas weather so no one could air outside. Could be better quality food. Room was a little ran down, including issues in the toilet .

    The location is very nice and room very spacious.

    Stayed in April 2024

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