Pine Cliffs Hotel is part of a large resort estate on the clifftops above the beach at Falésia, to the east of Albufeira, in the Olhos de Água area. It is a member of the Luxury Collection and is one of the best-known upscale addresses in the central Algarve. The resort is spread across landscaped grounds of pine and gardens, with the main hotel set close to the cliff edge, and guests have access to the resort's facilities, which include several outdoor pools, a children's area, a wellness centre with treatment rooms, a gym and a range of restaurants and bars serving Portuguese and international food. A golf course is part of the estate, and a lift and path lead down the cliff to a long, sheltered beach framed by red sandstone, which is the reason many guests choose the resort. Rooms and suites are available in different categories, many with balconies, terraces and sea or garden views, and families will find rooms and suites that sleep more than two. The resort runs activities for children, and the grounds are quiet and safe for them to explore. Evenings are relaxed rather than wild: the resort is a self-contained place for sunset drinks and dinners, and the nightlife of Albufeira is a taxi ride away. It is a destination hotel for travellers who want to stay put for the week and treat the resort as the main event.
Location and getting around
The resort is about a fifteen-minute drive east of Albufeira old town and close to the road to Vilamoura, which gives access to marinas and restaurants. Faro airport is roughly thirty to forty minutes away by car. A hire car or taxis are advisable for Zoomarine, the dolphin cruises from Albufeira Marina, Benagil and Praia da Marinha, all of which lie to the west. The beach below, Praia da Falésia, is long enough to find space even in summer, and a coast path leads along the cliff top.
Rooms and who it suits
Couples will enjoy the sea-view rooms and the spa, and families can choose connecting rooms or larger suites. Golfers will appreciate the course on site, though availability should be checked in advance. If you prefer a kitchen and more space, the nearby residence apartments within the same resort are an alternative. Check what is included, since some rates add breakfast or half board.
Good to know
Resort fees, parking and extras vary by rate, so read the rate details when you book. The pools can be busy in July and August, and the hotel is popular with families in school holidays, so book early. Outside the summer, the resort is quiet, the golf is pleasant and the spa is an attraction in itself. A taster of the Algarve at its most polished: choose it if you want to pair beach, spa, golf and an excursion or two rather than a base for sightseeing every day.
Why stay here
- ✓Clifftop resort setting
- ✓Lift and path to Falésia beach
- ✓Several outdoor pools
- ✓Wellness centre and spa
- ✓On-site golf course
- ✓Children activities
- ✓Restaurants and bars
- ✓Parking on site
Good questions
Is Pine Cliffs on the beach?+
It sits on the cliff top above Praia da Falésia, with a path and a lift down to the sand.
How far is it from Albufeira old town?+
About fifteen minutes by car to the east, so plan on taxis or a hire car for evenings in town.
Is it suitable for families?+
Yes. There are pools, children activities and family rooms and suites, as well as golf and a spa for adults.
