Água-Viva by Umbral

Guesthouse within walking distance of Praia dos Alemães

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When you stay at Água-Viva by Umbral, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of The Strip and Oura Beach. Also, Albufeira Old Town Square and Praia dos Alemães are within a short drive.
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Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (3)

  • Housekeeping once per stay
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Air conditioning

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Television
  • Limited housekeeping
  • Outdoor seasonal pool
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
CA $50
CA $53 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9

Room options

Showing 6 of 6 rooms
A bathroom with a wooden door, white tiles, a sink, a mirror, and a towel rack.
A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, lamps, and a potted plant.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, lamp, TV, and a window with blinds.
A hotel room with a bed, two bedside lamps, a nightstand, a dresser, and a door with a view.

Superior Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and a towel rack with towels.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a lamp, a TV, and a window.
A neatly made bed with a blue bedspread and two matching pillows, flanked by two bedside tables with lamps, a small shelf with decorative items, and a window with a view of trees.
A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a vanity with a mirror, and a towel rack.

Double Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
A bathroom with a wooden door, white tiles, a sink, a mirror, and a towel rack.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, a dresser, and a wall-mounted air conditioner.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a mirror, a TV, a plant, a kitchen area, and a door.
A room with a white console table, a decorative clock, a potted plant, and a wooden door leading to a bathroom.

Superior Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and a towel rack with towels.
A bedroom with two beds, bedside lamps, a nightstand, a dresser, a mirror, and decorative wall art.
A bedroom with a bed, two bedside tables, and a nightstand.
A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a vanity with a mirror, and a towel rack.

Twin Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and a towel rack with towels.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a headboard, and two wall-mounted planters.
A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a desk, and a chair.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a kitchenette.

Triple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
A bathroom with a toilet, sink, and a towel rack with towels.
A bedroom with two beds, a chair, a shelf with decorative items, and a window with curtains.
A room with two beds, a sofa, a chair, and a painting on the wall.
A room with two beds, a small kitchenette, a window with blinds, and a wall decorated with fish-themed items.

Quadruple Room

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 3 Twin Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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About the area

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Rua Vasco da Gama 9, Areia de Sao Joao, Albufeira, 8200

What's nearby

  • Aveiros Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Praia dos Alemães - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • The Strip - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Oura Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Peneco Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Portimao (PRM) - 42 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 46 min drive
  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 15 min drive
  • Tunes Station - 23 min drive
  • Silves Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Albufeira US 66 - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Pints & Pitchers Sports Bar - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Festa da Praia - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Nosolo Agua - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Panacee - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Água-Viva by Umbral

  • When you stay at Água-Viva by Umbral, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of The Strip and Oura Beach. Also, Albufeira Old Town Square and Praia dos Alemães are within a short drive.

At a glance

Hotel size

    • 15 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

    • There is no front desk at this property
    • Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; your host will greet you
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

    • Pets not allowed

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms (speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Parking

    • No onsite parking

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Facilities

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices))

Food and drink

  • Kitchenette

More

  • Housekeeping once per stay

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: EUR 200 per stay

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. Fees may include applicable taxes:
  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Late check-in between midnight and 8:00 AM can be arranged for an extra charge of EUR 20

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • The seasonal pool is open from March 02 to October 31

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy.
This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Mastercard

Frequently asked questions

Is there a pool at Água-Viva by Umbral?

Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Água-Viva by Umbral?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Água-Viva by Umbral?

Sorry, there's no onsite parking at Água-Viva by Umbral.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Água-Viva by Umbral?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Água-Viva by Umbral?

No, this guesthouse doesn't have a casino, but Casino Vilamoura (22-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Água-Viva by Umbral and nearby?

Água-Viva by Umbral has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Does Água-Viva by Umbral have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room.

What's the area around Água-Viva by Umbral like?

Água-Viva by Umbral is a short 8-minute walk from The Strip and 11 minutes' walk from Oura Beach.

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Água-Viva by Umbral Reviews

7.2

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8.2

Cleanliness

7.2

Amenities

6.2

Staff & service

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
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8/10 Very good

As probably evident from other reviews, check in was pretty difficult so I would recommend texting and calling beforehand as they are somewhat responsive. Apart from that, location was very good and the room was as described. A/C was a blessing and our room came with an outdoor patio space that wasn’t even listed which was a lovely surprise. For the price, it is good but the only obvious downside that needs fixing ASAP is the check-in situation.
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4/10 Fair

whilst the room was clean on arrival and the bedding and towels etc fresh, a large balcony. The check in was a bit of a nightmare as there is no receptionist ever, unless people are checking in. You must tell them in advance of your arrival time and then wait for their arrival when you arrive. We did see some others that had a long wait in the bar next door. The rooms aren’t cleaned during your stay. It says every 4 days but this did not happen. We had poor weather during our stay so I closed the bathroom window and was unable to open it again, meaning the smell of the drains was over powering made my OH physically sick. The bar down stairs and attached pool are lovely and serve good food and drinks and the staff there are really friendly and professional. Overall a reasonable stay for the price but if we had paid more I would have requested a refund due to the drains and lack of cleaning. Location is good with a short walk to the strip, oura and old town. A few tweaks and this place would be a gem. I felt a €200 deposit was excessive and the lack of staff at times felt unsafe, we arrived home one evening to extremely loud music but there was no one to assist in locating the room and asking them to stop, they did stop eventually around 11.30pm. So could be an issue if there were more inconsiderate guests.
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8/10 Very good

Nice clean and did exactly what was expected, great handover of keys on a very late check in . Brilliant bar underneath for food and drink , can be a bit noisy at night but if you’re staying here it’s to be expected as it’s very lively and what most people are here for . The deposit was returned the next day .
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10/10 Exceptional

This place was genuinely better than I thought it would be it was clean and vibrant with a comforting atmosphere
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8/10 Very good

Clean Room, Nothing bad to mention. Overall a good stay.
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8/10 Very good

Yes the place was fine just a couple of idiotic people up the road but for a nice place to stay it was fine
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6/10 Good

Apartments are basic but expected for the price. The onsite pool belongs to the bar downstairs which you can use for free but is closed on a tuesday. Our room had no balcony but there was a shared one available. Kitchen had a kettle, toaster, a microwave and a fridge. Towels were changed every 4 days and rooms cleaned. No manned reception. Customer service number given to use on WhatsApp but got no reply when used
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2/10 Poor

Il y avait des cafards dans les chambres, l'insonorisation était horrible et les chambres ne ressemblaient pas à ce qu'on peut voir sur les photos
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8/10 Very good

Alles was Mensch für eine Auszeit braucht war vorhanden. Strand, Pool Restaurants und Einkaufsmöglichkeiten in der Nähe. Der Haartrockner hat nicht funktioniert, haben wir aber aufgrund des tollen Wetters nicht benötigt... Der Balkon war dafür rießig - perfekt für ein gemütliches Frühstück. Wir sind leider erst spät nachts angekommen, trotzdem wurde uns noch kurzfristig geholfen - Parkplätze vor der Haustür. Die Küche war zu unserer Zeit geschlossen. Die Räume waren schön gestaltet mit Bücherregalen und Pflanzen. Würde wieder hier her kommen. Thanks!
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8/10 Very good

Hotel bem localizado e confortável porém cobraram 20 euros de taxa alegando que chegamos na madrugada para o checkin. Chegamos às 23:55
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10/10 Exceptional

Piscina exterior
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10/10 Exceptional

Quarto limpo, com uma pequena cozinha, que auxilia para esquentar ou fazer algo. Estacionamento vazia, perto de tudo, inclusive a 5 minutos da praia. Super indico. Tem um sport bar no terreo para que deseja comer algo ou tomar um drink antes de.dormir.
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8/10 Very good

Bom custo benefício. Bom atendimento. Infelizmente o ar quente precisou de manutenção externa e mesmo assim o controle remoto desconfigurou pois é universal. Com temperaturas de 6° dormir no frio foi mt ruim!