**Winner of TripAdvisor Certificate Travellers¿ Choice award 2013** Situated in the town of Albufeira in the south of Portugal, the Balaia Mar Hotel accommodates families, couples, and business travellers, who wish to stay by the Gulf of Cadiz coast. A variety of the local areas attractions and destinations are convenient to the hotel, with points of interest like the Maria Luisa Beach and the Balaia Golf Village, being within easy travelling distance. For on-site conveniences the hotel has a 24-hour front desk with safety deposit box and multilingual staff that can supply touristic and other helpful information and assistance. The hotel also has a currency exchange, gift shops or newsstand, and a convenience store. Alternatively, for those travelling on business, the hotel features a 24-hour business centre. Furthermore, the hotel also features a range of on-site luxury facilities and features that include; billiards or pool table, garden, and an outdoor swimming pool with children¿s sections. There are 32 guest rooms at the hotel, all of which have independent air-conditioning and climate control. Standard room items and features include; balcony, cribs/infant beds, direct-dial telephone, iron/ironing board (on request), refrigerator, television, Wi-Fi, and an en-suite private bathroom with hair dryer. Finally, all rooms also grant guests a view of the pool and garden. Eating and drinking options at the Balaia Mar Hotel includes an on-site restaurant, bar, and a limited hour room service. *Official star rating: 3**