What is the pet policy?

Up to 2 pets per room with a fee of 25 EUR per pet per night. Requires prior contact and signature of form. Pets cannot access spa, gym, pools, gardens, bar or restaurant (except guide dogs) and must be leashed.

What are the distances to points of interest?

Praia do Peneco is 450 m, Praia dos Pescadores 700 m, Igreja de São Sebastião 500 m. Faro Airport is 27 km and Lisbon 2 hours by car.

Is parking available?

Yes, there is free street parking nearby with no need for prior reservation. There is also parking adapted for people with reduced mobility.

What amenities do the rooms have?

Rooms include air conditioning, minibar, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, private balcony or terrace. All have private bathroom, hairdryer and wardrobe.

Are there dining options at the hotel?

Yes, the hotel offers an à la carte restaurant, a poolside snack-bar, and a terrace bar with sea views. Special diet menus can be requested.

Hotel ★★★★ Albufeira, Faro

Hotel do Cerro

Name: Hotel do Cerro
Address: Rua Samora Barros, Albufeira, 8200-178, PT
Rating: 8.3

8.3/10

Very good 202 guest reviews

Suitable for Family getaway with outdoor activities and scenic surroundings

4* hotel on a hill above Albufeira. Pools, spa, restaurant. Views of the old town and beaches. Free WiFi. Rating 8.3/10.

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The essentials, no fluff:

Elevated location with views

Located on a hill with views of the old town, beaches and sea. Short walk to Praia do Peneco (450 m) and Praia dos Pescadores (700 m). Requires preparation to access via stairs or elevator.

Three pools available all year round

Features a salt water pool for adults only, a children’s pool and a third pool, all open throughout the year.

Spa and wellness services included

Spa centre with full body, hand, head, foot, neck and back massages, sauna, steam room and hot tub. Gym available.

Varied dining options in the hotel

Restaurant with à la carte menu, poolside snack-bar and terrace bar with sea views. Special diet menus available upon request.

Who is this suitable for

Family getaway with outdoor activities and scenic surroundings

When it is an ideal choice

Couples and travelers seeking panoramic views and proximity to beaches without renouncing spa and wellness services.
Families with children: children’s pool, family rooms, children’s menu and access to nearby beaches.
Travelers who value attentive staff and comprehensive reception services (24 hours, concierge, luggage storage).
People interested in leisure activities: three pools, spa, gym, pool table and bicycle rental.

When to consider alternatives

Requieres accesibilidad sin barreras arquitectónicas: la ubicación en colina puede limitar la movilidad, a pesar de contar con ascensor.
Buscas la mejor relación calidad-precio: la puntuación en este aspecto (7.8/10) es inferior a otros criterios.
Prefieres alojamiento sin mascotas: aunque se permiten, conllevan coste adicional (25 EUR/noche) y restricciones de acceso a áreas comunes.

What travelers say

Top rated highlights

Positively reviewed location: proximity to the old town and beaches, with outstanding views from the hotel.
Highly rated staff (8.9/10): service and attention recognised as strong points in reviews.
General comfort well rated (8.4/10): comfortable rooms with adequate equipment.
Satisfactory cleanliness (8.5/10) and quality WiFi (8.5/10) according to guest reviews.

Things to consider

Accessibility: although it has a lift and adapted rooms, the location on a hill may pose challenges for people with reduced mobility.
Moderate value for money (7.8/10): some guests note aspects to consider in the economic assessment.
Cleanliness and comfort with negative mentions in sample of reviews: some guests reported inconsistencies in these aspects.
Facilities: comments have been registered about specific aspects of the facilities to be taken into account.

Location and nearby points

Location on a hill with visual dominance of the old town of Albufeira, beaches and coast. Walking access to Praia do Peneco (450 m) and Praia dos Pescadores (700 m).

Proximity to cultural points of interest: Igreja de São Sebastião - Museu de Arte Sacra (500 m), Igreja Nossa Senhora da Conceição (550 m) and Praça dos Pescadores (1.1 km).

Regional connectivity: Faro Airport 27 km away, Tunes train station 10 km away, Roman ruins of Cerro da Vila 18 km away. Distance to Lisbon: 2 hours by car.

Free street parking with no need for prior reservation. Car rental available at the hotel.

Nearby points of interest and transport

Iglesia de San Sebastián - Museo de Arte Sacra 500 m

Playa del Peneco 450 m

Playa de los Pescadores 700 m

Playa Inatel 1,2 km

Igreja Nossa Senhora da Conceição 550 m

Plaza de los Pescadores 1,1 km

Tren Estación de tren de Tunes 10 km

Ruinas romanas de Cerro da Vila 18 km

Frequently asked questions

What is the hotel’s rating and what aspects does it stand out in?

Hotel do Cerro has a rating of 8.3/10 based on 202 reviews. It stands out especially in staff treatment (8.9/10), cleanliness (8.5/10) and WiFi (8.5/10). The location is rated 8.1/10 and comfort 8.4/10.

What pools are available?

The hotel has three pools open all year round: a salt water pool for adults only, a children’s pool and a third pool.

What wellness and spa services does it offer?

Complete spa centre with massages (full body, hands, head, feet, neck and back), sauna, steam room and hot tub. Also features a gym.