Name: Vila Petra
Address: Rua Mouzinho De Albuquerque, Albufeira, 8200-356, PT

8/10

Excellent

01 Dec 2025

Donald

Clean rooms, manicured grounds and nice property. Spacious suites.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2025

Corazon

The hotel is very clean, and the staff are very helpful and accommodating.I would definitely come back again!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2025

Isabel

Great stay! Will be back

10/10

Exceptional

12 Aug 2025

Chloe

Lovely hotel, perfect with the two swimming pools especially if you have children. Staff are lovely and helpful. Only a 15-20 minute walk to the beach and approx 10 to the strip area. Shops very close by. Hotel very clean and studio apartments are great for babies. I would recommend this property.

Leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

10 Aug 2025

Gabriela

The hotel gets the job done. It’s a bit outdated for a 4 star hotel. The walls are very thin and the twin beds pushed together to make a “king” do not work at all, they split apart while sleeping. The beds are also not comfortable. I went with my partner but for a family I can see how this hotel could work with the kitchen it has and the pools. They do some shows as well in thr evenings, again more family friendly. The 4 stars I give it is for the location close to the strip and walking distance otherwise I’d prefer a little more luxury.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jul 2025

Mahendra

The staff were excellent and very accommodating as we were a big group. We were impressed with the facilities and it was perfect for a large family gathering of all ages. Despite it being July, it was busy but we did not have to wait as it was well staffed and a large space. A little noisy outside at times as there were groups going to the nightspot (Strip)

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jun 2025

Elliot

Great stay.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

04 Mar 2025

John

Property spotlessly clean and everyone very friendly

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

15 Feb 2025

Thomas

This was our first trip to Portugal. I would definitely recommend Vila Petra for adults and families. Immaculately clean, well maintained, quiet (expecially in the annex buildings) with excellent staff everywhere. It has gained it's star rating honestly and would not disappoint anyone.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

07 Nov 2024

Pauline

Return visit

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

03 Nov 2024

Lesya

Great value, excellent breakfast.

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2024

Miss C R

Vila Petra

Really lovely apartment.
Location: Close enough to walk to the busy part of Albuferia, but far enough away to not hear it! 20 min gentle walk to the beach.
45 min walk to The Old Town.
Food and drink: restaurant was beautiful, but very close to lots of bars and restaurants.
Uber’s are ridiculously cheap and always available.

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

29 Jul 2024

Celine

I didn’t like hearing people coming back drunk in the morning from the strip. They were quite loud.
You can hear people from other bedrooms.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2024

Paul

Fab Hotel

Hotel was great. Didn’t use all of the facilities or entertainment as we were out and about most of the time. Entertainment area was busy but relaxing in the evening. Pool is excellent and no bother getting a sunlounger. Spacious rooms and good air con!
300 euro or pounds cash security deposit for groups. We didn’t have to pay it though - be mindful you might be asked to if a few of you check in together.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2024

Rosemary

Vila petra is a lovely well run property in montechoro close to all amenities restaurants bars etc , staff are excellent nothing was a problem cannot wait to go back

Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Jun 2024

Norman

It would have been nice not to have any young families above us. Babies crying and parents rushing to take care of the little ones. The hotel was not at capacity we could have been given another room.
The entertainment group was great for having activities every night.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 May 2024

Jasbir

Clean and friendly staff.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Feb 2024

Brian

Easy check in and check out. Pleasant and accommodating staff. The property and room were clean and comfortable. Several food options at the hotel as there aren’t many restaurants around the area unless you walk to the strip. Aldi’s grocery store close. Uber and taxis made it easy to get around but we walked around town and the beach for the most part. All in all a great stay for the price.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Oct 2023

Denise

Location was ok to the new town. Property quite nice, a little dated but very functional. Had a one bedroom which was great. Very bright and roomy. Only complaint was the quality of the beds. Only offer two twin beds and were not comfortable for two adults. Probably ok for children.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Sep 2023

Susannah

This hotel is very friendly and clean great location
The staff can not do enough for you

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Sep 2023

Caroline

The rooms were a great size and well equipped, the whole resort was clean and beautifully kept, the staff were friendly and helpful, would definitely recommend!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Aug 2023

Marco

I liked everything about it , very clean ,safe ,great location,very professional stuff, heaps of activities if you have children or group of friends.

Leisure Friends

8/10

Excellent

01 Aug 2023

Mindi

Loved the room. Full kitchen. With Aldi nearby we were able to have several meals in the room. This hotel very much had a cruise feel. Tons of kids and activities. Great if you have kids. If not, the noise from the pool area wasn’t great - started early and went late. If you dont want a very noisy room maybe request one that faces the street.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

19 Jul 2023

David

A little Gem

Had very little expectation going to Vila Petra as was booked late and last minute.
The facility is clean and well maintained.

Where it excels is its Staff, from check in to every interaction with staff it was superb.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jul 2023

Nadine

Property clean, lots of amenities, staff pleasant, Great stay

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

21 May 2023

Rosemary

Holiday getaway

Vila petra was excellent friendly staff the apartment was clean and comfortable excellent location, great pool and entertainment excellent can't wait to go back missing already ❤️❤️

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

04 Feb 2023

Pierre

Loved our stay there

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

22 Nov 2022

Chantal

Stunning resort in great location

The pillows and mattress felt like they were inflatable plastic like but itherwise the resort was amazing

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

06 Sep 2022

David

Really suits under 50s.
Close to Main strip.. pubs clubs
A taxi ride away from every water sport imaginable.
Really nice apartments but pay the extra for a pool view.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2022

Verified traveler

Great hotel

Check in was easy, apartment very clean, staff were all extremely friendly, excellent entertainment team and great location. I would highly recommend Vila Petra.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Aug 2022

TRACEY

It was a excellent accommodation staff so friendly.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

19 Aug 2022

Bella

Very beautiful resort !!

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Jul 2022

Nathan

Pleasantly surprised with hotel. Rooms were extremely big and very clean. The hotel was very chilled out. Highly recommend for a break away in albuferia.

Leisure Friends

6/10

Pleasant

21 Jun 2022

Kenny

This was not a 4-star property as advertised, which was extremely disappointing.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Jun 2022

Albertus

We had a very nice and relaxing stay.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

24 Apr 2022

James

Happy place

Stayed there many times & always had an excellent stay 2 bedroom apartments I could live in ❤️ Staff excellent can’t wait to go back

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

30 Nov 2021

Verified traveler

Cozy, but hard to find

Vila Petra is far from the beach - it's closer to the city center (not a 4 min walk as advertised). The hotel street is hard to find. We had to stop and ask the locals for it...very confusing. The reception staff was welcoming and they say they will send you an email with the hotel's info (rest.&pool hours, etc..), but I didn't get it until I asked again. The place is nice and clean, mattress comfortable, with a nice size patio; be aware the furniture is outdated. Great dinner at their restaurant, but pricier than the restaurants around that area at a walking distance. There was a well equip kitchenet in the unit (updated). The views from the patio above 2nd floor is amazing - we had to ask to be relocated to a higher level. Oh, and you will not need an alarm clock, the rooster next door will take care of that for you. LOL
The pool looks beautiful, but it was too cold this time of the year.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 Oct 2021

Derek

At check in the reception was excellent and gave every detail we needed to know and in the nicest way. The room has great amenities suited to a long and comfortable stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

01 Sep 2021

Andrew

The property I think is a great place for families, since there is a lot of actives for children which the hotel does.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

31 Aug 2021

Rory

Great location and hotel clean. Staff very helpful and accommodating. Great stay in Albufeira.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2021

Robert

Good clean apartment

8/10

Excellent

24 Aug 2021

John

Pretty good location, pool area is pleasant

10/10

Exceptional

22 Aug 2021

Thais

Perfect family stay

Perfect stay for our family! The kids loved the pool and facilities so much we ended up going to the beach only end of the day. Location wise is great, not too close to the craziness of the strip, it’s quiet but there’s entertainment enough not to be bored. And the flat is very clean, with all the amenities, we cooked every day. Will book again!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Jun 2021

Paul

Great concept

Great place to stay , easy get around . The site has everything it needs . The foods at the hotel are very good snd not too expensive . The room facilities are very good

Friends_and_family Friends

8/10

Excellent

25 May 2021

Paul

Gem of a aparthotel

Rooms spacious , well laid out and well stocked . Spotlessly clean , the building is well maintained . Situated less than a 5/6 min walk from the strip ideally located . The grounds and pool really well looked after. The only downfall was the bed . Really poor quality in comparison to the rest of the apartment . . However overall I’d put up with that as the rest of the hotel is superb

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

22 Dec 2020

Beatriz

Nice place, friendly staff. Strongly recommend

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Nov 2020

Justin

Great quality for price in sunny south of PT

Everything was to expectations. Given the pandemic things were quite calm and quiet, which wasn't all too bad. The staff went above and beyond to accommodate us during this time and were very flexible. Would highly recommend. Great quality for price hotel as well.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Sep 2020

Emma

Beautiful grounds and very spacious hotel

Beautiful hotel with lovely grounds. Rooms are very large with fully equipped kitchen & balcony. We had a problem with noise outside our room one night and they moved us the next day to a pool view room and gave us a rather delicious desert. One of the waiters however was quite rude shouting at my husband because he took his mask off when he sat down in the bar area. Apart from that the staff were very helpful. Really enjoyed our stay.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

13 Sep 2020

Clara

Excellent stay

Had a great time at Vila Petra and will definitely be back. The staff went out of their to help us throughout our stay and the room with pool view was perfect in every way. We had an 8pm flight booked home and the staff allowed us to stay in our room until 4pm on the day of the flight. A lovely gesture. Felt very safe staying here and an excellent location

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Mar 2020

Verified traveler

Beautiful, large property with outstanding grounds and pool area. Spacious studio well appointed with kitchen appliances, dishes, pans. Very comfortable beds! All kinds of daily activities, dining on site, large buffet breakfast at a modest cost. Entertainment, even lessons in Portuguese. Good for long stay. And most helpful front desk people, particularly Sofia. Only thing is it’s a bit far away from “the scene” and the beach area. However, that can be an advantage.. one of our party had a problem with the internet and some noise but overall, would definitely stay here again.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

04 Mar 2020

Mike

Hotel was very nice with good pool, very pleasant staff.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Feb 2020

Andrzej

What a nice suprise

Very nice and quiet place.
Friendly staff, indoor swimming pool with jacuzzi.
Fully equipped kitchen even with a dishwasher!
Amazing value for money.
Good for families.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

15 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

The staff were very friendly, the facilities were excellent, the cleanliness was exemplary, the value for money again superb.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

08 Nov 2019

dean

Lovely hotel, very clean, huge apt, the bar and restaurant is very reasonable, music at night, very handy to walk to everything.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Nov 2019

Val

Very good restaurant with excellent staff. Enjoyed the complimentary bottle of wine with supper. Didn’t buy the buffet as too much food. Ordered a la cartel and it was excellent. Accommodation was very good. After dinner drinks in the bar with the saxophonist was great.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

16 Oct 2019

Verified traveler

The rooms are amazing very well equipped and very clean couldn't ask for any more

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Sep 2019

Darren

Weekend Break

Superb 3 night stay. Highly recommended .

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

02 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

My first time in Portugal & Vila Petra was an excellent property to stay at. The only gripe is the staff could have been a bit more welcoming at Reception during check-in

Leisure Family

6/10

Pleasant

30 Aug 2019

Lil

The room was very spacious and clean. I liked that there was a full kitchen and lots of cookware/towels provided. However, I had 2 issues with the hotel staff.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Aug 2019

Gordon

Weekend break

Great find . Everything you need in a spacious living area. Lovely Aparthotel away from seedy strip and only 12 mins walk to old town . 5 mins to lovely little cove beach

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

06 Aug 2019

Maureen

Amazing stayed here 6 times

Partner

8/10

Excellent

05 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Loved the apartment, and cleaned very regularly to a good standard. Terrace with a view to the pool was lovely.
The breakfast and dinner buffet was good quality and value for money. Unfortunately we had a very disappointing dinner from the restaurant menu, no seasoning at all and small portions.
During my first day an umbrella near the pool caught the wind and fell on me. It was lucky I was wearing sunglasses as the umbrella fell on my head, the glasses flew off and scratched under my eye. An inch higher I could of had a very serious injury. When speaking to staff they gave me some antiseptic gel, but failed to check the umbrella that fell on me. I was disappointed they didn’t check the umbrella or write a report.
Everything else about the hotel was great, nice pool area, has all facilities you need.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

02 Jul 2019

Verified traveler

Perfect hotel for stag doos or hen parties, literally a 2 minute walk away from new town, great services and facilities to.

Friends

8/10

Excellent

28 Jun 2019

Verified traveler

Spotless throughout, everything is very organised properly. Location is very good. The only downside is noise at night, they let hen and stag parties stay.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

11 Jun 2019

Chris

Excellent Hotel Vila Petra

Hotel and staff are amazing, I came with my friends who are all mature and about 50 yrs young, but I would also come with my wife and children.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2019

Verified traveler

Fun in the Sun

Facility was very nice. Staff interactions were pleasant. Local area ,the strip’ leaves a bit to be desired. Maybe you could provide a bit of outdoor entertainment. Food options were a bit limited.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2019

Verified traveler

Fully equipped large apartment, close to restaurants.

Leisure

10/10

Exceptional

05 May 2019

Verified traveler

Within walking distance of beach, restaurants, Old Town, alternatively taxi is inexpensive. Hotel is great - has all the faciilities you want for either self catering or to be catered for. Lovely heated indoor pool. Good sized outdoor pool. Grounds are beautiful. Rooms cleaned, towels changed daily etc. Hotel staff pleasant and helpful.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Apr 2019

James

Petra

very relaxing ! Sun loungers not comfy at all but everything else excellent

Family

8/10

Excellent

27 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Good location, very clean in both the apartment and communal areas, my only complaint is the walls between the apartments and different floors don’t stop you from hearing other guests, eg tv noise, general walking about and even toilets flushing & taps going on and off. Perhaps other guests would not consider this a problem but when trying to sleep it was definitely a nuisance. All in all though the hotel is well equipped and a good base if staying in Albufeira.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Staff very helpful. Everything we needed. Loved it. Wish we would have had one bedroom in main building as I had hip surgery so was lot of steps going up and doen

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

14 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Staff accommodating, good location, facilities are good, room was perfect for families

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

Hotel was lovely and had everything you could need on holiday. The prices in the restaurant were fair and the food decent. What worked especially well for us was the indoor swimming pool as we had pretty rubbish weather , although it is worth mentioning that the indoor pool is not available all the time due to swimming lessons running but this is easy enough to work around once you have the timetable! If I was ever to visit Albufeira again this would be my choice, the hotel was worth way more that what we paid !

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

07 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

Excellent hotel and I’m super happy with the service

Business_and_leisure Family_with_children

8/10

Excellent

05 Mar 2019

Verified traveler

The property is immaculate and beautiful. We had a studio suite, smaller but comfortable.

Leisure Family

8/10

Excellent

27 Feb 2019

DandD

A beautiful property, great restaurant and bar. The pools, indoor and out, were

10/10

Exceptional

05 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

Very friendly staff. Always came back to a clean room after a day out

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

04 Feb 2019

Ian

The studio had everything you would want

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

18 Jan 2019

Nadene

Nice Hotel in a great location.

Great place to stay if you are looking for an apartment style type vacation property. Good for family. Great staff. Nice property. Short walk to restaurants, entertainment etc.

8/10

Excellent

01 Jan 2019

Paul

Fantastic for a relaxing break.

Hotel location and facilities were excellent. Room very spacious and comfortable.
It could be improved by having gym, pool and jacuzzi open for longer hours. Also, for hotel guests cost for tennis, table tennis and squash could be lower/free.
The outdoor pool could be made a better temperature for more of the year by using a cover for it at night in cooler months. I appreciate that cost for heating the outdoor pool would probably not be cost effective. Note - I was pleased to be able to swim in the outdoor pool, but in December it was colder than the sea....

Family

10/10

Exceptional

16 Dec 2018

Leon

Great location....very comfortable.

We stayed for two weeks and found the studio apartment with balcony to be very comfortable with a well-appointed kitchen, comfortable bedding and housekeeping very prompt, efficient, and friendly. Nice fitness center and pool, although too cold to use the outdoor pool. Location ideal for a short walk to great restaurants, bars and old town. Even walking to the beach was fairly easy. Only downside, we had some very noisy ladies next to us for at least three nights. They had little or no respect for the tenants next to them or under them and spoke and made loud noises until well after midnight. Would definitely stay again.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

12 Dec 2018

Verified traveler

Staff very welcoming and helpfull.
Overall the holiday was perfect in every way.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Nov 2018

Verified traveler

1 bedroom apartment. Very well equipped and spacious. In new town

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

24 Oct 2018

Kkruiser

The staff were friendly. The room was cleaned every day. The apartment itself was very large and spacious. The outdoor pool & loungers were fine. My only dislikes were that it was 2 twins and not double beds. The indoor pool facilities were not great especially as it was cold. The indoor pool was luke warm, May as well of been cold and you are made to wear swimming caps which if you don’t have one you have to buy for 6 euros each.

8/10

Excellent

22 Oct 2018

Verified traveler

Nice suite

Large comfortable suite. The only downfall was it was not walking distance to the main area of the town. We had a car so we could drive, but as in any European town, parking isn't always easy to find.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

17 Oct 2018

Louise

Excellent location. Very clean and well kept hotel. One bed apartment ideal for the three of us. Spacious with well equipped kitchen. Balcony good size with nice view of the pool area.

Family

8/10

Excellent

28 Sep 2018

Mary

Enjoyable stay at Villa Petra

Stayed at Villa Petra for one week enjoyed our stayed there Very spacious clean apartment My only gripe was the towels were a bit worn and not very soft or fluffy

Partner

8/10

Excellent

08 Sep 2018

Adam

Decent hotel, better location

The hotel was refreshingly good considering the price, the room being quite spacious and the overall facilities at the hotel being pretty good - the pool was never overly busy and the jacuzi and gym are nice little extras. The real plus to the hotel is the location; it’s about a 5 min walk to the street leading down to Praia da Oura, which is littered with good value bars and food - you can get a large beer and toastie for €5. That being said, I could never recommend eating at the hotel, but the drinks are acceptable value. Having to spend extras like €3 on a swim cap to use the indoor pool is a bit of a pain, and you kind of get the feeling that they’re trying to shake more money out of you, but considering the price who can blame them? 7/10 decent holiday

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2018

Pauline

Absolutely fabulous hotel, couldn’t fault a thing.
Staff are a credit to the hotel. Always always helpful nothing is to much trouble.
Spotlessly clean.
Great holiday.
Thank you.

8/10

Excellent

04 Sep 2018

Woody

very clean, well kept, good location to beach

good experience in general; we went with 2 children u10; we just booked room only;. Food in the hotel is not up to a 4-star ; in fact its not very nice in the restaurant; The lunch/snack at the pool is nice.
Staff could be more friendly in general in and around the hotel; could be more informative of whats on / whats to do etc... there is information sheets around but it would be nice to be told;

Family

8/10

Excellent

29 Aug 2018

marian

Enjoyable break

Most enjoyable. Lovely pool. Pity loungers at pool so uncomfortable. Barbecue and steak nights most enjoyable.

8/10

Excellent

15 Aug 2018

Arlene

Very pleasant stay

The apartment was spacious and clean and had a great size balcony. Very good location in a quiet area bout only two minutes walk from the busy strip. Market on site. Pool area was spacious and tidy.

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2018

Verified traveler

The staff was very accommodating and the hotel has many amenities on site. I

6/10

Pleasant

24 Jun 2018

Jason

Excellent hotel, as a group (I.E 4 middle aged men staying in two rooms) were asked to pay a eur 200 per room. Never been asked before and would not except card, wanted cash. Now most of us don’t really carry casts amounts of cash these days. I was advised when booking or prior this was the case.

As said again lovely hotel.

Friends

6/10

Pleasant

31 May 2018

M

Initial impressions good but; pool freezing cold, costs over 20 Euro for a game of tennis, indoor pool is used for local kids swimming lessons and you need to buy a swim cap to use it, rooms very noisy - you can hear neighbours every move - not a 4 star hotel. Food in snack bar is good and staff very professional

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2018

Rachael

Good location, fantastic staff

Good location, close to the strip. Check-in was quick and really helpful guy on reception called Roberto, who was so friendly throughout our stay. Didn't really sample any food or drinks at the hotel as we were out and about most of the time. Wi-fi was pretty poor though, we were in the furthest building from the main reception area, which may have had something to do with it

Partner

8/10

Excellent

10 May 2018

gaurav

Great place

Great place, lovely service and pretty close to the Strip. I would definetly recommend this hotel

Partner

8/10

Excellent

29 Apr 2018

William

Sauna was nice amenity

10/10

Exceptional

17 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

Spacious and clean

Excellent , staff were helpful and friendly.
good breakfast selection and convenient location

8/10

Excellent

14 Apr 2018

Christine

Great apartment

Apartment was a great size, plenty space for us. The maid was in daily which meant the apartment was spotless. The location was good for restaurants/shops. Didn't use the restaurant so can't comment on that. Reception staff also very friendly and helpful.