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Authentic Tavira Hotel

Algarve · Portugal

Rua José Joaquim Jara, 82View location

9.4/10Excellent113 Reviews
Cleanliness9.8/109.8
Service9.6/109.6
Comfort9.6/109.6
Condition9.6/109.6
Neighborhood10.0/1010.0
Amenities9.0/109.0
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About Authentic Tavira Hotel

Clients will enjoy a peaceful and calm stay at Authentic Tavira Hotel as it counts with a total of 12 accomodation units.

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A stay at Authentic Tavira Hotel places you in the heart of Tavira, steps from Ria Formosa Natural Park and 4 minutes by foot from Tavira Living Science Center. This hotel is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Old Town and 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Nossa Senhora do Carmo Church.

Make yourself at home in one of the 12 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have showers and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and blackout drapes/curtains.

Featured amenities include luggage storage, a safe deposit box at the front desk, and an elevator. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours).

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Airport transfers
Dining services
Concierge
Non-smoking
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until midnight
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

Professional property host/manager Pets not allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Pool access available from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
    • Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
  • Special Instructions
    This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply). Guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation. The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - midnight. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
    • Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
    • Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
    • This property accepts credit cards and cash
    • Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector and a fire extinguisher
    • Property Registration Number 69818/AL
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 15 for adults and EUR 15 for children
    • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
    • Late check-in fee: EUR 30 for check-in between midnight and 1:00 AM

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    Portuguese

    English

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Ria Formosa Natural Park 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Tavira Living Science Center 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Nossa Senhora do Carmo Church 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Old Town 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
Roman Bridge 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Praca da Republica 0.6 km / 0.4 mi
Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Camera Obscura 0.7 km / 0.4 mi
Misericordia Church 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Palacio da Galeria Museum 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Tavira Castle 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Mother Church of Santa Maria do Castelo 0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Sao Jose Church 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Alvaro de Campos Municipal Library 1 km / 0.6 mi
Praia Tavira-Ria 2.7 km / 1.6 mi

Hotel facilities & services

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  • Total number of rooms: 12
  • hotel
  • Wi-fiExtra charge
Upon availability

Room types

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  • FAMILY ROOM STANDARDFAMILY ROOM • STANDARDFAM.ST

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    FAMILY ROOM STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: FAM.ST

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  • Double or Twin CLASSIC CITY VIEWDouble or Twin • CLASSIC CITY VIEWDBT.AS-CV

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin
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    CLASSIC CITY VIEW

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    Room code: DBT.AS-CV

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  • DOUBLE SUPERIORDOUBLE • SUPERIORDBL.SU

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    DOUBLE SUPERIOR

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    SUPERIOR

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    Room code: DBL.SU

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  • FAMILY ROOM CITY VIEW TWO BEDSFAMILY ROOM • CITY VIEW TWO BEDSFAM.2B-CV

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    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    FAMILY ROOM
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    CITY VIEW TWO BEDS

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    Room code: FAM.2B-CV

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  • TWIN DELUXE CITY VIEWTWIN • DELUXE CITY VIEWTWN.CV-DX

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    TWIN DELUXE CITY VIEW

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    TWIN
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    DELUXE CITY VIEW

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    Room code: TWN.CV-DX

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  • TWIN STANDARDTWIN • STANDARDTWN.ST

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    TWIN STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    TWIN
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: TWN.ST

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  • TRIPLE SUPERIOR CITY VIEWTRIPLE • SUPERIOR CITY VIEWTPL.CV-SU

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    TRIPLE SUPERIOR CITY VIEW

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    Guests: 1–5 • Adults: max. 3 • Children: max. 4
    Room type
    TRIPLE
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    SUPERIOR CITY VIEW

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    Room code: TPL.CV-SU

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  • DOUBLE STANDARDDOUBLE • STANDARDDBL.ST

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    DOUBLE STANDARD

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    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: DBL.ST

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about Authentic Tavira Hotel

9.4
Excellent
113 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.8 /10
Service
9.6 /10
Comfort
9.6 /10
Condition
9.6 /10
Neighborhood
10.0 /10
Amenities
9.0 /10
50 reviews shown
8/10
Excellent
30 Jul 2026
Laura
A lovely lovely hotel? 5 minute walk from the Roman bridge and hustle and bustle of the old town. The Pool area was beautifully relaxing, the pool bar didn’t open while we were there sun-tues. Breakfast was really tasty with allergy friendly options too. We had
10/10
Exceptional
26 Jul 2026
Julie
The staff are really friendly and helpful. The breakfast is lovely and the rooms were spacious. Really enjoyed our stay here!
10/10
Exceptional
21 Jul 2026
Katharine
Beautiful hotel. Decor is lovely. Professional friendly staff. Great rooftop pool with loungers. Fantastic location. Would highly recommend
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2026
Marcella
What a lovely surprise this hotel was. Stylish and tasteful interiors and to be met with a generously poured welcome drink was a treat.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
28 May 2026
Sydney
Really lovely hotel with kind and helpful staff! We loved ending our days at the rooftop pool before heading off to dinner.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
16 Apr 2026
Nicholas
Staff took great pride in the hotel. Perfect location, modern and clean. Ticks all the boxes for a short break.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
12 Apr 2026
tony
This hotel is extremely well run. Feels more like a home than a hotel. Would highly recommend staying here
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2025
Lawrence
Beautiful hotel for the price … large supermarket 2 minutes away was handy with refrigerator in room. 3 minutes to riverwalk, with shops, restaurants & beach ferry. TV’s are a little small for the size of the room and digital reception was poor. Stayed 6 nights and would stay again.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
31 Oct 2025
Mrs J
Pros: very clean, large shower room, in room fridge, well furnished, quiet aircon, clean crisp white linen, great large barh sheets. lovely roof top area with unheated plunge pool. Quirky reception/breakfast area.

Cons: small tv's with few english channels, tv must be on to use wifi, quite firm beds. Breakfast needs improvement was made up of highly processed cheese and ham slices and didnt enjoy the bread rolls - could be much better with fresh seeded toast, non processed meats and cheese, fresh fruit salad, fruit flavoured yoghurt, cereals and warm crisp bread rolls.

Overall we enjoyed our stay, but immediate surrounding area wasnt pretty, would recomnend staying in old town across bridge next time.

Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Oct 2025
Barbara
4star experience, we could check-in early and relax at the rooftop, the best: free pastries and tea offered all day, rooms large and nicely furbished, excellent restaurant Coisa Linda only 2min walk away, 2min walk to Pingo Doce supermarket and 5min walk to city center, super nice staff
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Oct 2025
Randall
The rooms are large and the bathrooms are huge. The decor in the lobby is unique and attractive. We were given a great continental breakfast every morning. There is a luixurious deck with a pool on the roof.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Oct 2025
Didia
Wonderful and caring staff
Leisure Family_with_children
10/10
Exceptional
26 Sep 2025
Jane
We loved our stay - the rooms were clean and comfortable, the breakfasts were amazing and all the staff were attentive, professional and friendly. Special shout out to Sylvia on reception. We would definitely stay here again.
8/10
Excellent
10 Sep 2025
Christy
Property was very nice. Somehow to make coffe in the room would be nice
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
10 Sep 2025
Gregor
This is a lovely small hotel, with a great team of staff, every one of them were super friendly and helpful.

As a regular traveller I booked this hotel based on the photos and the previous reviews, so don’t be put of by the fact it is shown as a 2 star hotel, I cannot understand how that is the case, it was far nicer than many of the 3 & 4 star hotels I have stayed in.

Location is great, a few minutes walk to the town centre.

Only negative would be the breakfast. Whilst it was very nice, it was pretty much the same every day, so very repetitive.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
01 Sep 2025
Carl
Cute with rooftop pool being a great feature.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
03 Aug 2025
Susan

Our 6 day stay

We had a lovely room, it was very clean and bright and loved the hotel’s quirky decor
It was in a good location for seeing all of Tavira
Partner
8/10
Excellent
12 Jul 2025
Kathryn
Convenient location and very friendly staff. Breakfast is basic but nicely presented. The room was large enough With a small balcony. The bathroom had a good shower, 1 sink and was large but the lighting was terrible. The rooftop plunge pool was nice
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jul 2025
Verified traveler

Groovy Tavira Hotel

Quirky and stylish boutique hotel in the old town. Wonderful staff. Nice touches - water with fruit slices, teas and pastries.
Spectacular rooftop furnished with sofas, day beds and a plunge pool. Supermarket literally around the corner.
I'd definitely stay here again.
4/10
Poor
25 Jun 2025
George
The property is old and run down
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jun 2025
Katherine
We had a wonderful stay in this hotel. The hotel was very clean and the rooms were a good size. The staff were friendly and always willing to help. We particularly enjoyed using the roof terrace which was well-equipped with sun beds and the pool provided welcome relief in the heat. The hotel is situated right next to a good supermarket and a shirt walking distance from the beautiful town.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
23 May 2025
Alicia
Property and staff great. Rooms cute and updated. We did not love the location - while walkable to everything the neighborhood/end of town was a bit run down. Overall seemed though.
Leisure Friends
6/10
Pleasant
29 Apr 2025
Charisse
Authentic Tavira is a quirky hotel with charm. My travel companions and I were able to walk throughout Tavira to experience various points of interest. The room was modest and clean, thanks to the cleaning staff.

Now for the disadvantages. Upon arrival, the day- time front desk staff (older woman) was impatient and annoyed in regards to questions/confusions with the check-in process. Instead of being understanding and taking the time to clarify, she got irritated and inhospitable.

In order to use the Wifi, you have to keep the television on. It disconencts and glitches once in a while so it's good to have a data plan. The lighting in the room is poorly allocated, especially the bathroom. During the day, the front desk staff is difficult to reach and are not available to guests. There is a pay coffee machine that the guests are not permitted to use on their own. Furthermore, there was no milk/lightener in machine.

There is a lack of sound privacy. So if intimacy is your goal, proceed with caution.

Be aware, that if you book a cab from the airport through the hotel, you have to pay the taxi directly. One of several confusions not explicitly communicated by the staff. I give the hotel a generous 3 stars but the overall vibe needs work.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2025
Douglas
Loved the property. The staff went the extra mile to make sure or our stay was pleasant. The breakfast is amazing and much more than we could eat. Unfortunately the bathroom door would not close. I would have thought that was something they would fix over the winter months.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
03 Apr 2025
Eileen
A nice hotel
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
23 Mar 2025
Julia
Excellent
10/10
Exceptional
20 Feb 2025
Verified traveler

Would stay again

Great stay as a family of 3. The beds were very comfy and the room spotless. Staff work very hard and were welcoming and friendly. Good location on a quiet street minutes from the centre of town and river. Lovely roof terrace.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 Oct 2024
Pamela
This is a clean and quaint inn. Staff was super nice and the breakfast was presented beautifully. Room was super clean and large. Pretty linens.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
26 Oct 2024
Melissa

Great place to stay in Tavira!

I really enjoyed my stay, the room was clean quiet and had everything I needed. The staff was friendly and professional, they were also very helpful when I had questions about the area.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
23 Oct 2024
Elizabeth
I spent 4 nights in the Authentic Tavira hotel and will definitely return. The staff were very welcoming, the room spotless and bed very comfortable. The roof top terrace was the ideal place for a quiet read. I don’t swim so the plunge pool was perfect to cool me down.The hotel is convenient to the old town where there is lots to see and restaurants in abundance.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2024
Nicholas
Great!
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jul 2024
ROMUALDO

Amazing and well located

Amazing place with amazing staff.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
22 Jun 2024
doris
Staff were wonderful.
It was very clean and comfortable.. the bedding is beautiful!!
Easy walk to several restaurants and shopping as well as huge mercado right next to it.
The rooftop was a wonderful place to enjoy a cold beverage after a hot day out.
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2024
Paul
New and modern. Convenient to old downtown. We wish the pool were heated.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 May 2024
Ann
Our stay was very pleasant and comfortable!
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2024
Jonathan
A lovely independent hotel a short walk from the centre of Tavira. The staff were helpful and friendly, the rooms modern and comfy, nice bathrooms and a fun building. Definitely recommended!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Apr 2024
Dawn
Great little hotel (12 rooms on two floors) in a central location 5 mins' walk from the centre of the town and the Roman Bridge. All staff are excellent and very helpful especially the ones who work serving breakfast each day. We were also allowed early check in when we arrived at lunchtime with no bother. The room and bed were very comfortable, good quality bedding and towels, great strong shower. Some road noise can be heard but it quietens during the night. Very handy for local Pingo supermarket 2 mins' walk away -the fridge in the room is silent and very useful for water, juice, fruit, beer etc. We didn't use the rooftop terrace or pool as we were out each day, and it wasn't warm enough to plunge in the pool yet anyway. Nice to have a balcony but not the best view! Would recommend.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
18 Apr 2024
Alan
What a great find. After coming to Tavira for over 35 years I was pleasantly surprised to find this hotel. The staff are very good and the breakfast is lovely. The rooftop area is very relaxing with some great views over Tavira. All bars and restaurants are within a short walking distance. I will definitely stay here again.
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
30 Oct 2023
Mohammad

Great place to stay if plumbing issues are resolve

The hotel was nice. Plumbing issues caused us not to be able to take showers in our room. Staff was very understanding and allowed us to use another room to shower.
Dulsa at the front desk was extremely helpful and kind. We will stay at this hotel again just because how helpful Dulsa was.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
14 Oct 2023
Randall
This was a fabulous place to stay. It was sparkling clean, very convenient to sights all around Tavira, the staff were super helpful and friendly. The room was large and very comfortable.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2023
Julie
Friendly helpful staff on arrival ,girl on desk was super accommodating and gave us early check in.Quirky wonderful foyer with amazing decor.Clean,well appointed room ,comfortable bed,with balcony. Fridge could be colder and perhaps tea / coffee making facilities in the room. Would prefer to have a little more personal selection re breakfast choices rather than same for all.Having said that that though, the food quality and service were excellent. Good central location and modern built in 2019. Can walk from bus terminal in 5-10 mins. Recommend !
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2023
Susan

Quirky boutique hotel

Very comfortable quirky boutique hotel in good location.
Spacious bedrooms, good air con, great breakfast.
Nice roof terrace with plunge pool.
No bar or restaurant.
Warm welcome and service from Carla and Anna and their colleagues.
Recommend
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
13 Jun 2023
David
Nice, small hotel tucked away in a side street about 400 metres from the river and lovely town centre. Small pool on the roof.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Oct 2022
Anne-Marie

3-night stay

Quiet, clean, nice rooftop terrace, friendly staff and nice breakfast. Loved it!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Aug 2022
maya
The room was clean and spacious. The staff were all friendly and helpful. Breakfast was fine. Only a 10 minute walk into town.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
25 Jul 2022
Steve
Spotlessly clean, friendly staff, lovely breakfasts, quiet surroundings, restful nights.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
10 May 2022
Sandra
The staff was so helpful and gracious hosts. The
room was large and very comfortable and the breakfast was excellent!
Leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
14 Mar 2022
Llinos

Excellent value

Excellent value for money.Loved the funky decor and everything was absolutely spotlessly clean - very important in my book. A warm welcome and pleasant service from reception staff. The hotel is well located close to the hub of Tavira and just a short walk form the river and there are many excellent restaurants close by. As other reviewers have mentioned,.exterior noise is sometimes a problem during the early hours but despite this I would recommend staying here especially if on a budget.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
08 Nov 2021
Richard

Comfortable and Friendly

Great location and super helpful staff. The rooftop patio and pool is nice and refreshing. Lobby is comfortable to hang out. Walking distance from everything. Next to grocery store.
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jun 2021
Werner

Very nice and affordable hotel.

The welcome was very warm. Staff spoke both portuguese and English. The hotel is approx 400m from the Roman Bridge, just a stroll away on foot. Breakfast is good and is nicy presented on a wooden plank. Very modern rooms, one negative point is the lack of power sockets (only 2 in the room), especially near the bed. As we are always prepared, we brought a 4-gang, to be able to charge 2 mobile phones and 2 Tablets.
There is a small pool on the roof ferrace, we didn't make use of it so we cannot comment on it, but the sun loungers are great.
I would certainly recommend this hotel. The price is great for what you get.
Partner

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Rua José Joaquim Jara, 82, Tavira, Portugal

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