Apartamento D13, Quinta da Barracuda, Rua Vasco da Gama, 8200-294 Albufeira, Portugal
#188 of 1,859 vacation rentals in Albufeira
Guests' ChoiceBased on 37 apartment reviews
9.1Cleanliness
9.1
Comfort
9.2
Location
9.3
Facilities
9.1
Staff
9.3
Value for money
9.0
Free Wifi
8.3
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Reviewed: May 31, 2024
David
United KingdomNot much sun on the balcony, but this would be an advantage in mid summer.
Just out town so quiet and only a 30 minute walk to the town centre
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: May 22, 2024
Neal
IrelandThat we couldn't stay longer
Didn't have breakfast at the location
Stayed in May 2024
Reviewed: April 20, 2024
Wouter
NetherlandsI understand there needs to be many rules, but it also felt a bit unwelcome. Perhaps these rules are set based on experiences with some previous guests. It would also be great if the pool can be heated in low seasons.
The apartment was very clean and close to the beach.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: January 16, 2024
Aoifeger
IrelandThe hosts were exceptional, very friendly and extremely helpful. The apartment was top notch, fabulous sea views and well maintained. Beautiful beach!
Stayed in January 2024
Reviewed: November 29, 2023
Liming
United States of AmericaA little short on the toilet paper, trash bag. But it is not big deal.
Close to the beach. Spacious. Clean. Safe.
Stayed in November 2023
Reviewed: October 24, 2023
John
United KingdomExcellent property very spacious and well equipped.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 20, 2023
Patricia
United States of AmericaThe apartment was very comfortable., modern and clean. We had a nice terrace with a beautiful view of the ocean.The location was quiet and very close to the center of the city.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: October 19, 2023
Jiri
GermanyGreat apartment with everything you can think of! Fully equipped and furnished! Private parking in front of the building. Amazing sea view! Lovely swimming pool. 3 min walking distance to lovely beach Jessica and Kevin were absolutely brilliant and helpful. They let us check in 2 hrs earlier.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 17, 2023
Gerard
United KingdomThe lock on the apartment door was difficult to open at times.
The location of the apartment to the beach, facilities shops, bars. Size of the apartment and cleanest.
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: October 11, 2023
Mary
IrelandNothing
Fantastic apartment. Had everything we needed..Great location
Stayed in October 2023
Reviewed: September 23, 2023
Ian
United KingdomThe more commercial Albufeira areas.
Very well equipped, clean and comfortable apartment, good sized pool and super helpful staff. Pretty quiet location. Easy walking access to many lovely beaches.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 14, 2023
Mary
CanadaNothing we didn’t like
Location was a 10 minute walk from the new town and 20 minute walk to the old town. A great small restaurant called Calypto was a good place to go for breakfast.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: September 13, 2023
Madalina
NorwayThe fantastic view from our apartment, we loved to wake up to this! We also had a well equipped kitchen, an interior that was put together in a tasteful manner. Our specific apartment was in the upper corner and had sun pretty much all the day for sunbathing on the balcony. The location is great. 4-5 minutes walk down to the beach that also got a short walking-path westward to Old Town. Going eastward on the beach and the cliffs, can you find smaller beaches and past some more challenging cliffs can some rather secluded and mostly empty beaches. Very close to The Strip, yet not disturbed from it, or from any partygoers in any way. The location is very central, yet is a secluded little gated oasis that is well maintained and cared for. We found the other guests to be very positive too and it was never noisy. It was also a shopping-center 20'ish minutes walk away and it is always taxis at the shopping-center to take you back if you need. Tell the taxis that you want to go to Quinta del Barracuda, they all know where it is. It is a small supermercado aprox 10 minutes from the gate where you'll find most basic things needed. On the way to the supermercado is it a restaurant with traditional Portuguese food that should not be ignored. Cataplana with fish, or with meat, are both amazing.
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: August 4, 2023
Daniela
United KingdomNothing
The location was amazing. It has a path to the beach and it was not as crowded as other beaches. It’s close to very good bars and restaurants.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: July 16, 2023
Alun
United KingdomDidn't have a pool or sea facing view
Clean , quiet excellent accommodation, will definitely return
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: June 22, 2023
David
United Kingdomimpeccably clean on arrival. Tastefully decorated and very well equipped apartment.
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 17, 2023
Frank
United KingdomBath/shower controls were difficult to use
Excellent room, easy reach of beach, restaurants, shops and the old town. Good shared pool area
Stayed in June 2023
Reviewed: June 8, 2023
Priyam
Francelocation and comfort
Stayed in May 2023
Reviewed: April 24, 2023
Antonietto
United KingdomThe gas stove igniter did not work.
The location was perfect for an Algarve tour. Basic needs are in the grocery store close by .
Stayed in April 2023
Reviewed: June 5, 2024
Sacha
United KingdomI found the apartment a complex a little unsafe, I travelled alone and when returning in the evenings the lights did not always work, meaning I walked through the corridors and stairwell in the dark. The lock was also stiff on the front door, so being alone in the dark struggling to get in was a concern. Someone also knocked on my door late at night, with no staff on site I felt a little anxious. Apartments could benefit from better lighting and security checks.
The staff were very helpful and great with communication. The pool area was peaceful and relaxing. The apartment was well equipped.
Stayed in June 2024
Reviewed: May 3, 2024
Jeremy
United KingdomNo hot water on arrival, but this was rectified. Unfortunately there was also no hot water on the day of my departure which was very frustrating. There was a lot of mugs in the cupboard, but most were really filthy. I bought my own. It was quite chilly in Albufeira at this time, so heating in the apartment was important. Unfortunately the heating unit (part of the air-con) didn't work, so the apartment was cold. This was extremely disappointing as I had checked in advance that the apartment had heating. The coldness of the apartment and the bathroom had a significant impact on my stay. Bedside lamps didn't work which was a shame as I enjoy reading. Very old, worn rug in the living area. Bathroom was cold, and had a very strange shower set-up - this was not fully enclosed, which meant that if you were not very careful, water could spill over the bathroom floor. Showering in short bursts, crouched in the far corner of the shower area seemed the only way. The host did say I could contact them if there were problems, but I was only staying for 5 nights, and I did not really want to be sorting things out with the apartment for much of my stay.Just too many problems with this apartment. It was a shame that the apartment could not have been checked over BEFORE my (or any other guests') arrival. The general ambience of the building - particularly the entrance areas, was dull. Cold and exposed to winds. During a hot summer though, this 'openness' could be an advantage I guess.
Good pre-arrival communications and meet-and-greet. Hosts seemed keen to help. Nice spacious apartment, mostly clean on arrival, and comfortable bed. Good kitchen facilities. Very good location - easy stroll to a lovely beach and super coastal walks (left and right). Good location for shops/restaurants and the Strip, and a little further walk to the lovely Old Town. Good TV (much better than many other apartments/hotels) but a little complicated to use. Extension/plug board was available which is very unusual for apartments - nice touch. Nice walkway from main gate to the apartment complex.
Stayed in April 2024
Reviewed: September 12, 2023
Anonymous
United KingdomApartment was so spacious, modern and had a brilliant sea view. The beds were comfy and had an amazing shower
Stayed in September 2023
Reviewed: July 14, 2023
Anonymous
IrelandLovely property and apartment, equipped with essentials needed for our stay, the staff were excellent throughout our stay. Apartments are located in a beautiful location between the beach and the strip.
Stayed in July 2023
Reviewed: May 16, 2024
Lisa
IrelandThere are no comments available for this review
Stayed in April 2024
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