Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza, Albufeira ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Estrada De Santa Eulalia Apartado 978, Albufeira, Pt, Albufeira, Portugal, 00000

Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza features spacious apartments with panoramic views of the Atlantic, nestled in landscaped gardens. This 4-star Albufeira hotel includes facilities such as indoor and outdoor swimming pools, a tennis court, and a complimentary minibus service to Albufeira.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms in Cheerfulway Balaia Plaza are air-conditioned and equipped with satellite TV, kitchenettes, and large balconies. Each apartment features two bedrooms and two bathrooms, with modern decor and sea views available.

Dining Options

Dining options at this resort include an on-site restaurant serving Portuguese and international cuisine. Guests can eat breakfast prepared in their fully equipped kitchens or enjoy local dining at nearby restaurants.

Leisure & Activities

Leisure facilities at Cheerfulway include a large outdoor pool, indoor pool, children's playground, and a full-size tennis court. Nearby, guests can enjoy great beaches and activities like golfing at Pine Cliffs Golf and Country Club.

Services & Local Area

The hotel offers a range of services, including complimentary Wi-Fi and tour/ticket assistance. Transportation is convenient with local bus stops, and major landmarks such as Santa Eulália Beach and Maria Luisa Beach are within a short drive.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

One-Bedroom Apartment

Max:

4 persons

65 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Balcony

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Superior One-Bedroom Apartment Sea View

Max:

4 persons

65 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Sea view

Shower

Balcony

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Two-Bedroom Apartment

Max:

6 persons

70 m²

Bed options:

2 Single beds

Shower

Balcony

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Getting around

A list of all available modes of transport

City Centre

Albufeira 3.4 km

Airports

Faro (FAO) 36.8 km

Portimao (PRM) 43.5 km

Train

Albufeira Train Station 4.7 km

Tunes Train Station 9.2 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Spacious Comfort

“The apartment was impressively spacious, featuring abundant wardrobe space which kept everything organized and tidy during my stay.” view full review

Luxurious Bath

“The bathroom had a lovely bath, not just a shower, which provided a relaxing retreat after a long day at the beach.” view full review

Refreshing Pools

“I loved the two large swimming pools, especially the second one which provided a more relaxed atmosphere when the first became lively.” view full review

Delicious Variety

“The buffet breakfast offered a good variety of tasty options, making it great value for money and a perfect way to start the day.” view full review

General

Non-smoking property
Free Wi-Fi
Car park on request
Free parking
Off-site car park
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Lift
Currency exchange
ATM/Cash machine

Sports & Fitness

Exercise gym
Tennis court
Fitness studio

Guest Parking

Kitchen
Electric kettle
Microwave
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Airport shuttle
Room service
Car hire
Laundry

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's pool

Spa & Leisure

Indoor swimming pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Beach access
Entertainment
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Sauna
Turkish bath

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
In-room air conditioning
Heating
In-room safe
Sitting area
Balcony
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table

Self-catering

Kitchen
Electric kettle
Microwave
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
Cable/ Satellite television
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock

Location

Estrada De Santa Eulalia Apartado 978, Albufeira, Pt, Albufeira, Portugal, 00000

Map view

Estrada De Santa Eulalia Apartado 978, Albufeira, Pt, Albufeira, Portugal, 00000

City landmarks

Beach

Santa Eulalia Beach

790 m

R. Torre da Medronheira 23

Torre da Medronheira

1.3 km

Beach

Praia Maria Luisa

750 m

Church

Albufeira's Igreja Matriz

1.5 km

Rua dos Pescadores 3

Beach Olhos de Agua

2.2 km

Night club

Santa Eulalia

1.0 km

Beach

Praia da Oura

2.0 km

Rua Ramalho Ortigao

XFlow Surf Spot Portugal

1.5 km

Balaia Golf Village

1.1 km

Av. Infante Dom Henrique

The Strip

1.9 km

Beach

Oura

2.0 km

Mercado Municipal das Areias de Sao Joao

1.4 km

Mall

Mercado Municipal de Olhos de Agua

1.5 km

Night club

Club Vida

1.5 km

Beach

Praia dos Aveiros

2.1 km

Mall

centro comercial vila nova

1.6 km

Av. Sa Carneiro

Montechoro Strip

2.8 km

Night club

kissclub

1.9 km

Library

Biblioteca Municipal Lidia Jorge

2.0 km

Olhos d'Água

Olhos D'agua

1.7 km

Mall

Pescadores Beach

3.5 km

Beach

Beach Barranco das Belharucas

2.4 km

Rua Sacadura Cabral 23 Pescadores

Pau da Bandeira Viewpoint

3.4 km

R. de Dunfermline 9

Rotunda of Earthworms

2.0 km

R. dos Pescadores

Agua Doce Beach

2.1 km

Beach

Praia dos Alemaes

2.6 km

Beach

Praia do Inatel

3.1 km

Golf Course

Pine Cliffs Golf Course

3.2 km

Nearby

Park

Parque aventura

430 m

Beach

Praia Da Balaia

530 m

Restaurants

Hollands Eetcafe Ed & Cis

280 m

Beco D Orquidea Beco D Orquidea I Lote 11

Portobello Ristorante Pizzeria

260 m

Urbanizacao Jardins da Balaia

Giovanni's Restaurante

250 m

Alfagar Alto da Colina Estrada de Santa Eulália

Restaurante Martins

360 m

Estrada da Balaia Santa Eulalia

Hotel Balaia Golf Village Resort & Golf

610 m

Balaia Golf Village 38 Balaia Golf Village

Cafe Bar Atlantico

610 m

Praia de Santa Eulaia

O Assador

940 m

Estr. de Albufeira 64

Dona Beija Bistro

980 m

Edificio Oura Azul Loja N Estrada de Santa Eulalia

Roberto's Pub

2.1 km

Urbanizacao Da Corcovada Lote 45

La Brezza

1.1 km

Estrada de Santa Eulalia Loja J7

Da Julia

1.2 km

Rua Torre da Medronheira 47

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

50%

liked the hotel and would stay again

View towards sea

Large rooms

Unfriendly service

Limited dining options

5.0/10

Guest rating

Rooms

7.0

Location

5.7

Service

5.0

Dining

5.0

Victoria

United Kingdom, May 2024

5.0/10

The hotel is not recommended due to multiple issues with the service, rooms, and overall condition. The location is average with nearby beaches, but cleanliness needs improvement. Dining options were limited and repetitive. Definitely not a value for money stay.

Rooms

5.0

The rooms are large with a great view towards the sea, but they are too close to the street, causing noise disturbances.

Service

5.0

The service was unfriendly and rude, with maintenance issues like broken air conditioning and a significant ant problem.

Location

5.0

The location is average with some beaches nearby, but cleanliness maintenance is lacking.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were limited, repetitive, and not well set up, with additional charges for basic beverages.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel is dated, shabby, and run down in many parts, not reflecting a four-star standard.

View towards sea

Unfriendly service

Derek

United Kingdom, March 2024

5.4/10

The room was lovely and spacious with 2 balconies, but cleanliness could be improved. The bathroom had some issues with tiles and water flow, as well as ants persisting. The hotel is conveniently close to a beautiful beach but lacks cleanliness in some areas.

Rooms

7.0

The room was spacious and had 2 balconies, but cleanliness was lacking.

Service

5.0

The receptionist was abrupt and rude, impacting the overall experience. Housekeeping and shuttle services were satisfactory.

Location

6.0

The hotel is conveniently close to a beautiful beach, but cleanliness levels were not ideal in some areas.

Dining

5.0

The dining options were repetitive and uninspiring, with the need for more variety. Charging for water and juice from a machine was not ideal.

Facilities

5.0

The hotel lacks some necessary maintenance and attention to cleanliness across various areas.

spacious rooms

cleanliness issues

Jason

United Kingdom, October 2023

6.6/10

The hotel offers large, air-conditioned, comfortable, and clean rooms with a good view from the balcony. I had no issues during my stay and even decided to extend my visit.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were large, air-conditioned, comfortable, and clean with a good view from the balcony.

Service

5.0

While the housekeeping was efficient, there were instances of unfriendly and rude behavior from the reception staff, which impacted the overall experience negatively.

Location

7.0

The hotel is conveniently located near a good beach, offering a clean environment and a distance away from the busy town areas.

Dining

6.0

The dining options, while adequate, lacked variety and seemed repetitive. Some improvements in the hot food quality could enhance the overall experience.

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were sufficient but there were concerns raised about the cleanliness and maintenance levels in certain areas of the hotel.

Close to Beach

Unfriendly Staff