Santa Eulalia Aparthotel, Albufeira, Portugal
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The Santa Eulalia is perfect for all holiday makers who enjoy being close to the action. Once a fishing village, the old town of Albufeira is still there for those who love exploring. Alongside it are a large number of shops and discos for those in search of a livelier holiday. These self catering apartments are just 300 metres from the resort centre and supermarket and 1km from the beach. There are two outdoor pools with furnished sun area, garden, reception offering money exchange facilities and safety deposit boxes and spacious lounge. There is also a snack bar loading...
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Santa Eulalia Aparthotel Reviews
" Having booked this hotel and then... "
Submitted By: Miss K O''Rawe
Having booked this hotel and then reading the reviews we were very nervous. Myself, my parnter and our three year old could not have been more pleased when we arrived.
Nothing wrong with the outside of the hotel. Our room was as requested and cleaned every day apart from a Sunday (we stayed two weeks) and towels were changed whenever we put them in the bath tub. Kitchen area was not extensive but then who goes on holiday to cook !!!. Air condition worked a treat - 15 euors of the remote control which you get back when you hand it back in. Pool area was cleaned every day. Sunbeds - well not too much of a problem but then the hotel was not fully booked - i could see where the problem would occure in June or July or early August. Although the one day we could not get a bed at 9am the hotel manager came and removed all the towels that were on beds with no bums !!! and it never happened again. The bar staff were friendly and great with kids. The accommodation looked exactly like the photos. We booked a trip through the hotel and it was fine and also booked the taxi to the airport and that was fine as well.
All in all would go back no problem and recommend it.
Nothing wrong with the outside of the hotel. Our room was as requested and cleaned every day apart from a Sunday (we stayed two weeks) and towels were changed whenever we put them in the bath tub. Kitchen area was not extensive but then who goes on holiday to cook !!!. Air condition worked a treat - 15 euors of the remote control which you get back when you hand it back in. Pool area was cleaned every day. Sunbeds - well not too much of a problem but then the hotel was not fully booked - i could see where the problem would occure in June or July or early August. Although the one day we could not get a bed at 9am the hotel manager came and removed all the towels that were on beds with no bums !!! and it never happened again. The bar staff were friendly and great with kids. The accommodation looked exactly like the photos. We booked a trip through the hotel and it was fine and also booked the taxi to the airport and that was fine as well.
All in all would go back no problem and recommend it.
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- Date of Holiday:Aug 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Direct Holidays
" Stayed at the hotel in September 07... "
Submitted By: Miss C Andrews
Stayed at the hotel in September 07 and when we arrived outside the hotel we were a bit worried but when we got inside the hotel was lovely and the reception staff very helpful. Our room was great, room 130 it was above the main reception and over looked the road. It was good to look out at night and watch the people and what was happening.
The beach that was to the left of the hotel and a 10 min walk was gorgeous and not to busy.
We got almost 1 week of rainy weather 3 days of sunshine.
The strip is a 10 min walk to right of the hotel and is is very busy with lots of drug dealers, lots!!!! but its worth a visit lots of rest bars and shops.
We ate at American Dinner for 3 nights as the food was that good and there was so much to choose from. Go right out of the hotel to the top of road then right again a 5 min walk and your there, try it it great.
The beach that was to the left of the hotel and a 10 min walk was gorgeous and not to busy.
We got almost 1 week of rainy weather 3 days of sunshine.
The strip is a 10 min walk to right of the hotel and is is very busy with lots of drug dealers, lots!!!! but its worth a visit lots of rest bars and shops.
We ate at American Dinner for 3 nights as the food was that good and there was so much to choose from. Go right out of the hotel to the top of road then right again a 5 min walk and your there, try it it great.
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- Date of Holiday:Sep 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Airtours
" just returned and wanted to share the... "
Submitted By: Mrs T Davies
just returned and wanted to share the good and bad points of santa eulalia hotel.
the good
The bar staff... daniel is a legend... very friendly
Rooms are spacious
Location is good...close to two nice beaches and the strip, and also just a cheap taxi ride from the old town
The coffee served by the pool bar was lovely
Free air conditioning and free sky tv
maid service was good
The bad
Constant egg smell in the room
Not enough sunbeds for the size of the hotel
The decor of the whole hotel is very dated
Lack of any entertainment during the day and quite dire at night too
Pool is quite small
Food is only served at the hotel between 11am and 3pm
Football is on constantly in the bar (suppose this is good if ur a bloke but I wouldve preferred big brother!!)
all in all okay, the weather was lovely and had quite a nice hol but wont be rushing back.
the good
The bar staff... daniel is a legend... very friendly
Rooms are spacious
Location is good...close to two nice beaches and the strip, and also just a cheap taxi ride from the old town
The coffee served by the pool bar was lovely
Free air conditioning and free sky tv
maid service was good
The bad
Constant egg smell in the room
Not enough sunbeds for the size of the hotel
The decor of the whole hotel is very dated
Lack of any entertainment during the day and quite dire at night too
Pool is quite small
Food is only served at the hotel between 11am and 3pm
Football is on constantly in the bar (suppose this is good if ur a bloke but I wouldve preferred big brother!!)
all in all okay, the weather was lovely and had quite a nice hol but wont be rushing back.
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- Date of Holiday:Aug 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Thomas Cook
" THE SANTA EULIA IS IN A GREAT... "
Submitted By: Mrs N Wheywell
THE SANTA EULIA IS IN A GREAT LOCATION FOR THE BEACHES AND THE NIGHT LIFE. IT WAS QUITE ENOUGH EVENTHOUGH NEXT TO THE ROAD, BUT WE DIDNT MIND THAT AT ALL, AT LEAST THERE ARE NO BIG HILLS TO WALK UP TO GET TO THE MAIN ACTION.
THE APARTMENTS WERE IDEAL FOR US AS WE JUST USED THEM AS A BASE THEY WERE CLEAN AND COMFORTABLE AND POOL AREA WAS NICE.
TRY TEASERS BAR NEXT DOOR GOOD FOR BREAKFAST VERY NICE INSIDE AND MAKE A GOOD SANGRA. ALSO TRY WILD AND CO FOR A MEAL VERY NICE BUT ABIT PRICEY BUT WORTH IT. DONT GO TO RENO'S FOR A MEAL ITS RUBBISH. ALL IN ALL A FAB HOLIDAY WOULD RECCOMMED FOR COUPLES AND FAMILYS DEFINATILY GOING BACK NEXT YEAR
THE APARTMENTS WERE IDEAL FOR US AS WE JUST USED THEM AS A BASE THEY WERE CLEAN AND COMFORTABLE AND POOL AREA WAS NICE.
TRY TEASERS BAR NEXT DOOR GOOD FOR BREAKFAST VERY NICE INSIDE AND MAKE A GOOD SANGRA. ALSO TRY WILD AND CO FOR A MEAL VERY NICE BUT ABIT PRICEY BUT WORTH IT. DONT GO TO RENO'S FOR A MEAL ITS RUBBISH. ALL IN ALL A FAB HOLIDAY WOULD RECCOMMED FOR COUPLES AND FAMILYS DEFINATILY GOING BACK NEXT YEAR
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- Date of Holiday:Jul 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" Just returned from Portugal and for... "
Submitted By: Mr P Woodward
Just returned from Portugal and for what we paid I thought the apartments were fine, certainly not dirty as others ahve said and cleaners were round every day. There are lots of seating areas for those waiting to book in or book out, lift access for those with kids or disabilities, an internet room for those needing to check their fantasy football/facebook/e mail etc and a fairly large bar area. There was entertainment each night in the bar but we did not bother staying around for it, karaoke was often still going strong going on 1am which might not suit everyone wanting to get some sleep. There were plenty of sun loungers and plenty of space around the pool or on the artificial lawn and a smaller pool for babies/very small kids.
The rooms were clean, there is shower/bath, bidet, wash basin, double bedroom, we got a cot for the baby, plenty of drawers and hanging space, tv, air conditioning, sofa bed that folds out to fit one on top, one on pull out bed, microwave, fridge, cooker, dining table and chairs. There were 3 adults and 1 baby and we only paid around £700 in total for 1 week for the whole holiday. The hotel is located about 15 mins walk from "The Strip" which suited us fine as it's not too noisy. There are a few bars just up the road (Coyote Bar and Pasadenas) which all do breakfasts, meals and are cafes by day and bars by night.
There were quite a few families, some couples and a few older couples. Not much to do but we just wanted to sunbathe for a week so it suited us fine. Food and drink can be quite expensive so look around, you'll find one restaurant offering a meal at 6 euros and down the road it will be double at 12 euros. Bottle of WKD is 3.5 euros (about £2.90) similar to club prices in UK but local beer is cheap and most have it at 1 euro. Decent enough hotel if you are there for 1 week on the cheap.
The rooms were clean, there is shower/bath, bidet, wash basin, double bedroom, we got a cot for the baby, plenty of drawers and hanging space, tv, air conditioning, sofa bed that folds out to fit one on top, one on pull out bed, microwave, fridge, cooker, dining table and chairs. There were 3 adults and 1 baby and we only paid around £700 in total for 1 week for the whole holiday. The hotel is located about 15 mins walk from "The Strip" which suited us fine as it's not too noisy. There are a few bars just up the road (Coyote Bar and Pasadenas) which all do breakfasts, meals and are cafes by day and bars by night.
There were quite a few families, some couples and a few older couples. Not much to do but we just wanted to sunbathe for a week so it suited us fine. Food and drink can be quite expensive so look around, you'll find one restaurant offering a meal at 6 euros and down the road it will be double at 12 euros. Bottle of WKD is 3.5 euros (about £2.90) similar to club prices in UK but local beer is cheap and most have it at 1 euro. Decent enough hotel if you are there for 1 week on the cheap.
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- Date of Holiday:Jun 2008
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Thomas Cook
" Just got back and wanted to share our... "
Submitted By: Mrs T Sheppard
Just got back and wanted to share our thoughts on the apartments.
Got there early and was given our room straight away. Rooms were big and cleaned everyday but Sunday when they have to have a day off.
Pool area good and clean. All staff very helpful and pleasant.
Bar had all you need with a little entertainment but not too much especially if you have children.
Will go again.
Got there early and was given our room straight away. Rooms were big and cleaned everyday but Sunday when they have to have a day off.
Pool area good and clean. All staff very helpful and pleasant.
Bar had all you need with a little entertainment but not too much especially if you have children.
Will go again.
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- Date of Holiday:Sep 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Booked Independently
" Never written a review like this... "
Submitted By: Miss Michelle Docherty
Never written a review like this before but I felt compelled to share my experience of this aparthotel. From the minute I walked into reception I was impressed. This was a very reasonably priced hotel and it was certainly value for money.
It offered the best of both worlds with the security and comfort of a hotel with Bar, snacks and reception, and the convenience of a very spacious apartment with great air conditioning, TV, all kitchen conveniences, and balcony.
The apartments and whole complex was kept immaculately keen with a very thorough daily maid service which was never intrusive. I feel I must pay special tribute to the ladies who provided this service as although they never spoke much English they were very warm and friendly individuals.
The pool area was ideal for all ages from 2 year olds to teens and beyond!
Thoroughly recommend these apartments, only minutes walk from beach and "the strip" where we ate out every breakfast and dinner, never had a bad meal, GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY, GREAT FOOD, FRIENDLY SERVICE!!
Ok, rant over just felt I had to share!!
It offered the best of both worlds with the security and comfort of a hotel with Bar, snacks and reception, and the convenience of a very spacious apartment with great air conditioning, TV, all kitchen conveniences, and balcony.
The apartments and whole complex was kept immaculately keen with a very thorough daily maid service which was never intrusive. I feel I must pay special tribute to the ladies who provided this service as although they never spoke much English they were very warm and friendly individuals.
The pool area was ideal for all ages from 2 year olds to teens and beyond!
Thoroughly recommend these apartments, only minutes walk from beach and "the strip" where we ate out every breakfast and dinner, never had a bad meal, GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY, GREAT FOOD, FRIENDLY SERVICE!!
Ok, rant over just felt I had to share!!
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- Date of Holiday:Sep 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:MyTravel
" The best thing about these apartments... "
Submitted By: Mrs S Walton
The best thing about these apartments is the location, only five minutes walk from the strip. The accomodation was ok for the price we paid.
Now the downside, the staff were very unpleasant especially the bar staff, whatever you do don't ring his bell more than once to be served!
The pool area and all the outside areas are really dirty and dont expect a sunbed after 7.30 in the morning. There is a noisy road in front of apartments which was busy all the time.
the best beach to visit is to turn left out of complex and just 10 mins walk. The top end of the strip is the best, not as noisy as the bottom end.
We will visit Albufeira again but will not be going to these apartments, they were to dirty for our liking!
Now the downside, the staff were very unpleasant especially the bar staff, whatever you do don't ring his bell more than once to be served!
The pool area and all the outside areas are really dirty and dont expect a sunbed after 7.30 in the morning. There is a noisy road in front of apartments which was busy all the time.
the best beach to visit is to turn left out of complex and just 10 mins walk. The top end of the strip is the best, not as noisy as the bottom end.
We will visit Albufeira again but will not be going to these apartments, they were to dirty for our liking!
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- Date of Holiday:Jun 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Direct Holidays
" We arrived in Portugal and the sun... "
Submitted By: Ms K Williams
We arrived in Portugal and the sun was shining.
Within 40 minutes transfer we were at our apartment which on first impression was quite impressive, the reception area was clean and spacious and staff helpful. The bar area was great although a little pricey.
The rooms were clean, spacious and the beds really comfortable.
The only criticism I have is that the beds weren’t changed once during the week and the towels were a little old, in addition the maid service is a little sparse, but all in all would recommend.
Within 40 minutes transfer we were at our apartment which on first impression was quite impressive, the reception area was clean and spacious and staff helpful. The bar area was great although a little pricey.
The rooms were clean, spacious and the beds really comfortable.
The only criticism I have is that the beds weren’t changed once during the week and the towels were a little old, in addition the maid service is a little sparse, but all in all would recommend.
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- Date of Holiday:Jun 2007
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:MyTravel
" Having paid a lot of money for this... "
Submitted By: Ms M B
Having paid a lot of money for this accommodation we were shocked at how badly it was presented from the outside. The reception area was tacky and the corridors dingy. However the actual appt was clean and roomy but old fashioned. Having to hire a toaster + remote control was a first but we were refunded on departure day.
Pool & garden areas were well maintained but sun loungers impossible to get as people kept booking them with towels! Bar staff were great but don’t dare ask for a drink after midnight. Entertainment was very poor, but the few nights it was on - great craic. Be warned if you are a smoker as a huge cigarette scam in 2 markets we went to- people handing over hundreds of euro only to end up with a box of rotten veg & stones.
Overall these apartments were okay to put your head down in, but little else appealed to myself & 38 other friends I traveled with.
Pool & garden areas were well maintained but sun loungers impossible to get as people kept booking them with towels! Bar staff were great but don’t dare ask for a drink after midnight. Entertainment was very poor, but the few nights it was on - great craic. Be warned if you are a smoker as a huge cigarette scam in 2 markets we went to- people handing over hundreds of euro only to end up with a box of rotten veg & stones.
Overall these apartments were okay to put your head down in, but little else appealed to myself & 38 other friends I traveled with.
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- Date of Holiday:Jun 2006
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:MyTravel
" We booked this holiday as a cheapy.... "
Submitted By: Mr I Moseley
We booked this holiday as a cheapy. Flights £6.99 with ThomsonFly from Doncaster and Apartments with Somewhere2stay.com (part of the Cosmos group - thoroughly recommended).
As a family with a young child (3) the Santa Eulalia really delivered. The Kids pool was great - if not a little cold on a
May morning and the Kids club run by Direct Line was really good.
The rooms where fairly basic but very large with plenty of cupboard space and kept impeccably clean by the daily maid service. The balconies that overlooked the pool where small but where a real suntrap.
Moans - I wouldn’t exchange my Euro Travellers Cheques in the reception if I went again as the commission was a bit high and if you needed a Toaster you had to hire one. Also, an Army of Ants appear to have descended upon the Hotel whilst we were their.
Plus’s - The pool was lovely, Hotel Bar friendly and the location of the Hotel was just right - a very small walk from the strip / beach / supermarket. Top Boozer - Coyote’s. Top Food - Annabelle’s. Top Family Club - Coconuts (Absolutely Fantastic)
Overall a great budget holiday and one that we will revisit soon ...
Ian (34) Jackie (35) & Faye (3)
As a family with a young child (3) the Santa Eulalia really delivered. The Kids pool was great - if not a little cold on a
May morning and the Kids club run by Direct Line was really good.
The rooms where fairly basic but very large with plenty of cupboard space and kept impeccably clean by the daily maid service. The balconies that overlooked the pool where small but where a real suntrap.
Moans - I wouldn’t exchange my Euro Travellers Cheques in the reception if I went again as the commission was a bit high and if you needed a Toaster you had to hire one. Also, an Army of Ants appear to have descended upon the Hotel whilst we were their.
Plus’s - The pool was lovely, Hotel Bar friendly and the location of the Hotel was just right - a very small walk from the strip / beach / supermarket. Top Boozer - Coyote’s. Top Food - Annabelle’s. Top Family Club - Coconuts (Absolutely Fantastic)
Overall a great budget holiday and one that we will revisit soon ...
Ian (34) Jackie (35) & Faye (3)
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- Date of Holiday:May 2005
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Somewhere2stay.com
" Like everywhere else, Albufeira had... "
Submitted By: Mr JH Jones
Like everywhere else, Albufeira had its fair share of timeshare, oh sorry, its ownership holidays these days, yeah, like 4 hours wasted, but that was our fault for being nice!!!
Santa Eulalia was a nice hotel once we got inside, however the frontage could have been more appealing, and does not convey the well furnished, clean rooms nor friendly staff we found inside.
The village of Albufeira is lovely, and a 15 min taxi ride from the Montechiorri area where most of the hotels are and the famous ‘Strip’.
We would recommend the Santa Eulalia, and Albufeira in general and recommend zoo marine if you like dolphins and seals.
JJ
Santa Eulalia was a nice hotel once we got inside, however the frontage could have been more appealing, and does not convey the well furnished, clean rooms nor friendly staff we found inside.
The village of Albufeira is lovely, and a 15 min taxi ride from the Montechiorri area where most of the hotels are and the famous ‘Strip’.
We would recommend the Santa Eulalia, and Albufeira in general and recommend zoo marine if you like dolphins and seals.
JJ
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- Date of Holiday:Sep 2004
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Direct Holidays
" Apartments were older than they... "
Submitted By: Mrs T Beadles
Apartments were older than they looked in the brochure, and were on a main road, about 15 to 20 minutes walk from the Strip.
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Weather was fantastic in March, and swimming pool area was very nice, apartments were only 5 minutes walk away from the beach, which was really nice.
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Weather was fantastic in March, and swimming pool area was very nice, apartments were only 5 minutes walk away from the beach, which was really nice.
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- Date of Holiday:Mar 2004
- Board Basis:Self Catering
- Tour Operator:Direct Holidays
" Will Recommend the Santa Eulalia... "
Submitted By: Not Specified
Will Recommend the Santa Eulalia Apartments without hesitation. Will suit families and couples alike. We found the Apartments to be very clean, if not the most eye-catching furniture-wise! Staff were friendly and efficient. The only drawback that we found in the accommodation was the fact that our studio was on the 1st floor (4 floors in all) and at the very front of the hotel right above the Bar. Karaoke twice a week whether we liked it or not! Also we found the traffic noise to be a bit much. The hotel itself is very well laid out, and you should have no complaints if you are situated anywhere else but in the front!
Santa Eulalia Aparthotel is situated about 10 mins walk from the neon-saturated "strip" in Montechoro, if that's what you're into. Loads of Bars and restaurants all competing with each other...some SCREAMING at each other from across the street! Do check out the 'Portofino' Restaurant though. Mmmmm!
Further down the Hill from the strip is Praia Da Oura, a beautiful if busy beach.
From here I recommend the Cliff-top walk to Albufeira, the going gets a little hairy in places, but the whole experience is beautiful!
If you're staying in the Santa Eulalia the closest beach is Praia de Santa Eulalia, and is FAR quieter and the water isn't so rough although it IS a little colder!
As far as Restaurants go, you must visit a little place called 'Ze do Peixe Assado'. They have the freshest fish available and do an all-you-can-eat deal for 10 euro. AMAZING!
So no complaints about the Santa Wulalia Aparthotel, it's clean and efficient and close to everything you need when on Holiday....enjoy!
Santa Eulalia Aparthotel is situated about 10 mins walk from the neon-saturated "strip" in Montechoro, if that's what you're into. Loads of Bars and restaurants all competing with each other...some SCREAMING at each other from across the street! Do check out the 'Portofino' Restaurant though. Mmmmm!
Further down the Hill from the strip is Praia Da Oura, a beautiful if busy beach.
From here I recommend the Cliff-top walk to Albufeira, the going gets a little hairy in places, but the whole experience is beautiful!
If you're staying in the Santa Eulalia the closest beach is Praia de Santa Eulalia, and is FAR quieter and the water isn't so rough although it IS a little colder!
As far as Restaurants go, you must visit a little place called 'Ze do Peixe Assado'. They have the freshest fish available and do an all-you-can-eat deal for 10 euro. AMAZING!
So no complaints about the Santa Wulalia Aparthotel, it's clean and efficient and close to everything you need when on Holiday....enjoy!
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- Date of Holiday:Sep 2002
- Board Basis:Half Board
- Tour Operator:Panorama
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