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Riu Palace Algarve

4.0 of 5
Quinta do Milharo | Olhos d'Agua, Albufeira 08200, Portugal
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Riu Palace Algarve
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691 reviews from our community

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Families
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Couples
442
 
Solo
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Business
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Rating summary
  • Location
    4 of 5 stars
  • Sleep Quality
    4 of 5 stars
  • Rooms
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Service
    5 of 5 stars
  • Value
    4.5 of 5 stars
  • Cleanliness
    5 of 5 stars
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London, United Kingdom
Reviewer
4 reviews 4 reviews
3 hotel reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013 NEW via mobile

We have just come back from a 3 night stay in this lovely hotel, I have to say that the staff are a credit to this hotel and could not do more for you. The manager is present everyday welcoming you to breakfast and dinner, all his staff are extremely attentive to your needs and remember each of you personally... More

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Wrexham, United Kingdom
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Have just returned from a 10 night stay at the RIU Palace, let me start by saying, anyone wanting a quality hotel with quality service this is the hotel for you, from the minute we arrived until we left all staff were absolutely fantastic, General Manager was present every day to welcome everyone at Breakfast and dinner and you were... More

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Lichfield
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52 reviews 52 reviews
33 hotel reviews
Reviews in 21 cities Reviews in 21 cities
87 helpful votes 87 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 18 May 2013

Having been to the Algarve over 40 times both with the family and for golfing breaks with the lads, I fancied giving this place a try. I did not regret it. I am at a loss as to what they need to do to make it a 5 Star resort! I am generally quite a fussy eater but there was... More

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scotland
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12 reviews 12 reviews
11 hotel reviews
Reviews in 10 cities Reviews in 10 cities
18 helpful votes 18 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2013

We have just returned from a fabulous week here, and agree with a lot of previous reviews, including the beds being hard. Reception staff very efficient, and when checking in, you are offered a glass of sparking wine, whether it was a bus load of travellers, or just one person. On arrival for our evening meal, the hotel manager was... More

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Mullingar, Ireland
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6 reviews 6 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

Visited this hotel for the first time in Feb 13. Staff very nice and helpful. A spotlessly clean hotel. Beautiful food, both cold and hot food could not be faulted, lovely selection every day and also beautiful choice of two soups every day... oh and champagne, plenty of it if you wished at breakfast!!. The beds were not comfortable but... More

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Essex
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43 reviews 43 reviews
25 hotel reviews
Reviews in 31 cities Reviews in 31 cities
21 helpful votes 21 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

The hotel is great. Really clean, lovely open areas and great pool area too. There are two separate pools; one for children specifically. The food was buffet style but despite that was very good! Really, really impressed with a great choice. My son, who has a dairy allergy, was able to eat easily. Generally the staff was fantastic too! There... More

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uk
1 review
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 May 2013

We stayed at the Riu Palace for 1 week in April. What a gem of a place in an unspoilt resort! It was our first visit but we will definitely go back at some time. We agree with a lot of the reviewers who say the staff are excellent. We found that the hotel had an air of professionalism about... More

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Huddersfield, United Kingdom
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51 reviews 51 reviews
21 hotel reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
98 helpful votes 98 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

Have just returned from a two week holiday for trhe second year running and enjoyed it so much have booked again for next year. The hotel is without doubt the cleanest we have been to and all areas are regularly double checked by a supervisor to maintain their very high standards. The rooms are comfortable and nicely equiped with table... More

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Burstwick
2 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013 via mobile

Our fourth stay at the Riu Palace, Albufeira. From check-in to check-out the Palace continues to meet our every need. Staff are very helpful. No complaints about the rooms. Food options at breakfast and dinner are plentiful. TOP TIP: If you book online via Riu website opt for payment 7 days before arrival date and keep a close eye on... More

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Wirral
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15 reviews 15 reviews
5 hotel reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 May 2013

Went to The Riu Palace for a short three night break and really enjoyed it. Room was a good size clean and comfortable. Champagne every morning with breakfast was a bonus. Plenty of sun beds available and a lovely secluded beach down a couple of hundred steps. Only downside which won't bother everyone is no free WiFi available other than... More

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Hotel Summarization (Beta)

What travellers say

  • Very good(42)
  • Sea view(20)
  • Indoor pool(19)
  • Pool area(16)
  • Dining room(13)
  • Thomson rep(12)
  • Spotlessly clean(12)
  • Evening meals(11)
  • Olhos d'Agua(9)
  • Mattress topper(8)

Additional Information about Riu Palace Algarve

Address: Quinta do Milharo | Olhos d'Agua, Albufeira 08200, Portugal
Region: Portugal > Algarve > Albufeira
Amenities:
Fitness Centre Free Parking Restaurant Suites Swimming Pool
Hotel Style:
#1 Family Hotels in Albufeira
#2 Luxury Hotels in Albufeira
#12 Romantic Hotels in Albufeira
Price Range: €€
Hotel Class:4 star (4*)
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Located in Olhos d???Agua in the Algarve. 4-storey building standing on a cliff. 15 minutes' walk from Praia da Falesia beach. Access to a small cove from the hotel is via cliff side steps (an approximate 10 minute walk). 8 km from Albufeira. 500 m from various shops. 35 km from the airport. 500 m from a bus stop. Credit cards accepted: MasterCard, Amex, Visa, Diners. ... more   less 
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