Wine & Books By The Sea, Algarve Resort, Albufeira ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

Herdade Dos Salgados, Rua Boca Da Alagoa, Lote 1 - Fase 2, Albufeira, Portugal, 8200-424

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8.3

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4.1

“The hotel's location right on Salgados sandy beach was absolutely perfect for a relaxing getaway!”view full review

Vidamar Resort Hotel Algarve offers a five-star experience with direct access to the over 4 miles long Salgados Beach. Guests can enjoy the innovative Dine Around concept along with a variety of leisure and wellness facilities including a renowned spa and multiple pools.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Vidamar Resort Hotel Algarve feature private balconies with either sea or garden views. The Prestige rooms include modern furnishings, flat-screen TVs, and soundproofing for enhanced comfort. The resort caters to families and couples alike with spacious suites designed for various needs.

Dining Options

Dining options include the Ocean buffet restaurant offering breakfast and dinner with local and international dishes, Primadonna, an Italian restaurant with wood-fired pizzas, and the Sunset Restaurant & Bar for lunch by the pool. The Dine Around concept allows guests to enjoy diverse cuisines throughout the resort.

Leisure & Family-Friendliness

Leisure facilities encompass three saltwater pools, an adult-only Marclub area with a heated pool, two jacuzzis, and a wellness center providing a range of treatments. Family-friendly amenities include a kids club and a nursery, making it an excellent choice for guests of all ages.

Services & Location

Services at Vidamar Resort Hotel Algarve include a 24-hour front desk, a fitness center, and direct beach access via a walkway. The resort is situated 8 miles from Albufeira and provides easy transport links, with nearby bus stations for convenient travel.

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Wine & Books By The Sea, Algarve Resort offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Palm Club Suite Ocean View

2 persons

905 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Prestige Double Room Resort View

2 persons

455 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Superior Double Room Pool View

2 persons

455 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Prestige Double Classic Room

2 persons

455 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Shower

Coffee machine

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Facilities

Wine & Books By The Sea, Algarve Resort offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Facilities: Great

8.5/10Review score

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
VIP check-in/ -out
Express check-in/ -out
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Wheelchair access
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Locker room
Lift
ATM/Cash machine
Hairdresser
Coffee shop
Smoke detectors
Electric vehicle charging station
Fire extinguishers
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre
Wind surfing
Diving
Snorkelling
Canoeing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Cycling
Tennis court
Golf course
Billiard tables
Archery
Yoga class
Fishing

Services

Paid shuttle service
Pet amenities available
Room service
Housekeeping
Car hire
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Poolside snack bar
Snack bar
Dinner
Special diet menus

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Cots
Babysitting/Child services
Children's buffet
Children's pool
Children's play area
Kids club
Game room

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Indoor swimming pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Live entertainment
Sun terrace
Garden area
Leisure/ TV room
Spa & wellness centre
Sauna
Jacuzzi
Pedicure
Manicure
Waxing
Body scrub
Facial
Treatment room
Body wraps
Back massage
Full body massage
Make up services

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Soundproofed rooms
Sitting area
Terrace
Garden furniture
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries
Sink

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Wine & Books By The Sea, Algarve Resort Location

Herdade Dos Salgados, Rua Boca Da Alagoa, Lote 1 - Fase 2, Albufeira, Portugal, 8200-424

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Herdade Dos Salgados, Rua Boca Da Alagoa, Lote 1 - Fase 2, Albufeira, Portugal, 8200-424

City landmarks

Beach

Salgados Beach

2300 ft

Golf Course

Salgados Golf Course

4100 ft

Beach

Praia Gale

1.3 mi

Landmark

Beach activities

5000 ft

Beach

Praia dos Salgados

2000 ft

Beach

Beach Gale Oeste

2200 ft

Landmark

Lagoa dos Salgados

3500 ft

Theme Park

Zoomarine

2.6 mi

Landmark

Salgados Lagoon Observation Deck

2500 ft

Landmark

Wetland Observation Post

2600 ft

Beach

Gale Beach

1.3 mi

Store

Apolonia Supermercados

4500 ft

Golf Course

Salgados Golf

4100 ft

Landmark

Herdade dos Salgados Golf

4400 ft

Landmark

Gale

1.0 mi

Landmark

Praia Grande de Pera Poente beach

1.4 mi

Landmark

Manuel Lourenco Beach

1.3 mi

Beach

Beach Armacao de Pera Fishermen

1.9 mi

Beach

Praia do Evaristo

1.6 mi

Landmark

Fortaleza de Armacao de Pera

1.9 mi

Landmark

Praia Grande de Pera beach

1.9 mi

Landmark

Alcantarilha River

1.7 mi

Beach

Castelo Beach

1.9 mi

Landmark

Torre Velha

1.7 mi

Beach

Coelha Beach

2.0 mi

Landmark

Blue City

1.9 mi

Landmark

Old Threshing Floor

1.9 mi

Landmark

Gaiola

1.9 mi

Landmark

Armacao Beach

2.0 mi

Nearby

Lagoa dos Salgados

3500 ft

Restaurants

Restaurante L14

2700 ft

Rua Boca Da Alagoa Herdade Dos Salgados

Moonlight Restaurant Bar

3900 ft

Herdade dos Salgados Hotel Salgados Palace

Getting around

City Centre

Albufeira8 min · 3.3 mi

Airports

Portimao (PRM)51 min · 20.8 mi

Faro (FAO)74 min · 30.6 mi

Train

Albufeira Train Station14 min · 5.7 mi

Tunes Train Station16 min · 6.4 mi

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 16:00-23:59

Check-out

until 12 pm

Guest Parking

Private parking is possible on site at EUR 10 per day.

Internet

High-speed internet access is available in public areas for free.

Breakfast

The hotel Wine & Books By The Sea, Algarve Resort serves a full breakfast for free.

Children & extra beds

Maximum capacity of extra beds in a room is 1.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Languages

English, Spanish, Portuguese

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

167

Former name

Vidamar Algarve Hotel

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Wine & Books By The Sea, Algarve Resort from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 594 verified reviews

7.9/10

Very good

78%

Recommend

Breakfast

8.3/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Comfort

8.9/10

Facilities

8.5/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.6/10

Location

9.0/10

Paid Wi-Fi

8.6/10

Staff

8.4/10

Value for money

7.6/10

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