Quinta Da Balaia

Absolutely fabulous location, close to Albufeira and the various beaches of Olhos de agua. Ana was a great host and very responsive to all of our requests and inquiries. We would be very happy to return and recommend this spot highly and without reservation of you are heading to Albufeira!

I wish I had read the latest review on Tripadvisor before booking .. this is such a tired resort .. and unfortunately the villas are too … and a hike from anywhere .. up and down hills and in the dark walking through wasteland .. it all needs a lot of TLC .. and I feel the photos on VillaPlus were misleading .. it does not reflect the run down nature of the area nor the tired furnishings in the villa … t It is a shame as it could be really nice. The plus side - the pool is heated and a decent size and well maintained. Towels are new. And the kitchen appliances also look new . The villa is clean. It is a very quiet resort (probably because half of it is empty!).

We chose this area and a Villa from Villa Plus from the photos and the description looked perfect. On arrival the area has been let go with a very apparent lack of care and maintenance. The shop bar and pool complex is closed Tennis Courts in dilapedated state. The once white pristine Villas are now needing re painting. Lucky there is shops and bars only a 15 min walk away and with Uber and Bolt cabs are easy and affordable. If you plan to stay ensure your prepared with a car or use the very reliable cab service, without Bolt and Uber you will be isolated.