Is there WiFi? Is it free?

Yes, free WiFi is available in all areas of the hotel.

What is the hotel's rating?

The hotel has a score of 8.5/10 based on 290 reviews. It excels in location (8.9/10), staff (8.8/10) and WiFi (8.7/10). The price-to-quality ratio is 7.7/10.

Is there parking? How much does it cost?

Yes, there is private garage parking with valet service. Requires prior reservation and costs £13 per day. There is also a charging station for electric vehicles.

Is it accessible for people with reduced mobility?

Yes, all units are wheelchair accessible. The hotel has elevator access to upper floors and adapted parking available.

How far is the airport?

Faro International Airport is 38 miles away. The hotel offers airport shuttle service (extra charge).

What activities are available?

Cycling and hiking can be enjoyed in the area. The hotel offers bicycle rental (extra charge), live sports events, live music, karaoke and beach access. There is a modern sports complex 1.9 miles away.

Hotel ★★★★ Monte Gordo, Faro

Alcazar Hotel & SPA

Name: Alcazar Hotel & SPA
Address: Rua De Ceuta Nº 9, Monte Gordo, 8900-435, PT
Rating: 8.5

8.5/10

Very good 290 guest reviews

Suitable for Family getaway with outdoor activities and scenic surroundings

4-star beachfront hotel with full spa, 3 pools (saltwater and heated), Mediterranean restaurant and bar with live music. 700 m from the casino.

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The essentials, no fluff:

Beachfront location

It is a 4-minute walk to Santo António Beach. Monte Gordo Casino is 700 metres away. The Spanish border is 10 km, and Faro Airport is 61 km.

Full spa and wellness

Features spa with massages, hammam, sauna, gym and body and facial treatments. Includes three pools: two saltwater (one with a shallow area) and one heated.

Themed and equipped rooms

Offers rooms inspired by New York, Paris and Dubai. All are spacious, with air conditioning, fridge, flat-screen TV with satellite channels and free WiFi. Some include a balcony.

Varied dining options

The Al-Gharb restaurant serves Mediterranean cuisine with pool views. The Alambique bar offers drinks and snacks with live music. There is an Olive Trees terrace and chill-out area with canopy beds.

Who is this suitable for

Family getaway with outdoor activities and scenic surroundings

When it is an ideal choice

Couples seeking relaxation and wellness: the full spa, pools and proximity to the beach make it ideal for unwinding.
Families with children: children’s pool, kids’ buffet, family rooms and play area available.
Travellers with reduced mobility: all units are wheelchair accessible, with elevator and adapted parking.
Foodies: restaurant with Mediterranean cuisine, bar with live music and multiple spaces to eat and drink.

When to consider alternatives

Buscas la mejor relación calidad-precio: la puntuación en este aspecto (7.7/10) es la más baja. Compara con otros hoteles de la zona.
Prefieres parking gratuito: el aparcamiento privado requiere reserva y cuesta 15€ diarios.
Necesitas un desayuno muy completo: algunos huéspedes han reportado limitaciones en la oferta de desayuno.

What travelers say

Top rated highlights

Staff receive high ratings (8.8/10) for their service and attention.
Location is highly rated (8.9/10), especially the proximity to the beach.
Cleanliness of the establishment receives good scores (8.6/10).
Breakfast is positively highlighted in several comments.

Things to consider

The price-to-quality ratio score is 7.7/10, the lowest among the evaluated categories. It is advisable to compare with alternatives in the area.
Although some guests value it positively, others have noted improvable aspects in the breakfast offer.
Although generally well-rated, there have been comments on specific aspects of the facilities that could be improved.
While most guests praise the size of the rooms, some have reported that certain units are smaller.

Location and nearby points

Located in Monte Gordo, a 4-minute walk from Santo António Beach, one of the main beaches in the area.

Monte Gordo Casino is 700 metres away, offering nearby nightlife entertainment options.

Other beaches such as Praia Verde (2.4 miles) and San Bruno Beach (2.4 miles) are accessible in short trips.

Monte Gordo Train Station 1 mile away. Vila Real de Santo António Train Station 2.7 miles away for rail connections.

Ría Formosa Natural Park 3.7 miles away, ideal for nature activities and bird watching.

Castro Marim Castle 3.7 miles away, a nearby historical point of interest.

Cacela Velha (7 miles) and Manta Rota (5.6 miles) are coastal towns with popular beaches accessible in short trips.

Spanish border 6.2 miles away, facilitating trips to Ayamonte and the Huelva region.

Faro International Airport 38 miles away, with available shuttle service (extra charge).

Modern sports complex 1.9 miles away, frequented by professional teams and athletes.

Nearby points of interest and transport

Playa de Santo António 1 km

Tren Estación de tren de Monte Gordo 1,6 km

Playa Praia Verde 3,8 km

Playa de San Bruno 3,9 km

Tren Vila Real de Santo António 4,4 km

Castillo de Castro Marim 6 km

Parque Natural de Ría Formosa 6 km

Parque de Feiras e Exposição de Tavira 19 km

Frequently asked questions

How far is the beach?

Santo António Beach is a 4-minute walk from the hotel. Other beaches such as Praia Verde and San Bruno Beach are 2.4 and 2.4 miles away respectively.

Is there a pool? What type?

Yes, there are three pools open all year round: two saltwater (one with a shallow area) and one heated. All have sun loungers, parasols and pool bar. There is also a children’s pool.

What spa services does it offer?

The spa includes massages (full body, couples, back), hammam, sauna, gym, body and facial treatments, light therapy and body wraps.