Hotels · Central Algarve

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve

A São Rafael beach hotel with gardens, wellness facilities and a rooftop bar, on Albufeira’s western coast.

São Rafael, AlbufeiraResorts
The shaded rooftop lounge terrace at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve
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What to expect

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve is the current hotel at São Rafael formerly known as São Rafael Atlântico. It combines rooms and suites with Mediterranean-style gardens and a direct route to São Rafael Beach, so the main appeal is the coastal setting rather than an old-town address.

The Wellness Hub and rooftop bar give the stay a wellness and social dimension alongside the beach. It is useful for travellers who want a full hotel with dining and facilities in one place, while retaining access to Albufeira’s marina, restaurants and outings by a separate local journey.

Also known as
São Rafael Atlântico · NAU São Rafael Atlântico

Planning your stay

  • Older maps and travel material may use São Rafael Atlântico; this is the same hotel under its current Kimpton name.
  • São Rafael is west of Albufeira old town, not the central town beach.

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