Pine Cliffs Residence is the apartment-style part of the Pine Cliffs resort on the clifftops east of Albufeira, near Olhos de Água and Praia da Falésia. Where the main hotel offers rooms and suites, the Residence offers apartments of different sizes, usually with a living area, a kitchen or kitchenette and a terrace or balcony, which makes it a flexible base for families, friends travelling together and anyone staying a week or more. The buildings are set in landscaped gardens among pines, a short walk from the main resort facilities, and guests can use the resort's pools, restaurants, wellness centre and children's activities, subject to the terms of the rate booked. The beach below the cliffs is reached by a path and a lift, and the golf course is part of the estate. The Residence is a quieter, more residential experience than the central hotel: you can cook breakfast on the terrace, keep wine and groceries in the kitchen, and enjoy a bit of independence while having the services of a luxury resort close at hand. Housekeeping and reception are available, and the resort is well organised for families, with space for pushchairs, cots on request and a calmer pace than a city-centre hotel. As with all the resort's accommodation, the surroundings are the draw: sunsets over the pines, early walks along the cliffs and a long beach below.
Location and getting around
The Residence shares the hotel's position, about fifteen minutes by car east of Albufeira old town and close to the road to Vilamoura. Faro airport is about thirty to forty minutes away. A car makes life easier for shopping, as there are supermarkets in nearby Olhos de Água and Albufeira, and for excursions to Zoomarine, Benagil or the Seven Hanging Valleys trail. Taxis are available but add up on longer trips.
Apartments and who they suit
The one- and two-bedroom apartments suit couples wanting space and families with young children, while larger layouts suit groups. The kitchen is the main advantage, allowing you to prepare simple meals and save on restaurants, though the resort's own restaurants are close for nights when you want a treat. Check the exact configuration, bed types and view category before you book, because the apartments differ.
Good to know
Facilities, access to spa areas, cleaning schedules and resort charges can differ between the hotel and the Residence, so read the rate details. Summer is the busiest period, and school holidays sell out early. Spring and autumn are quieter, with comfortable temperatures for golf and walking, and winter rates fall, though some facilities run reduced hours. If you want full hotel service with daily breakfast, the main hotel may suit you better; if you want space and independence in a high-quality setting, the Residence is a good fit.
Why stay here
- ✓Apartments with kitchens
- ✓Terraces and balconies
- ✓Access to resort pools
- ✓Path and lift to Falésia beach
- ✓Golf on the estate
- ✓Wellness centre
- ✓Children activities
- ✓Reception and housekeeping
Good questions
What is the difference from the main hotel?+
The Residence offers apartment-style accommodation with kitchens and more space, while the hotel offers rooms and suites with more hotel services.
Can I use the resort facilities?+
Guests can generally use the resort's pools, restaurants and activities, but terms differ by rate, so check what is included.
Is it good for a long stay?+
Yes. The kitchen, space and quiet setting suit stays of a week or more.
