5 minutes away you have Albufeira, originally a small fishing village, it now offers cinemas, shops, restaurants, bars and nightlife. The town itself consists of ‘old’ and ‘new’ areas which merge seamlessly together in a labyrinth of narrow streets, lined with pavement cafes and shops.

There are boat trips from the marina and families will enjoy the water park at Guia three kilometers away.

This beautiful hotel, set in extensive gardens, offers 5 star stylish, contemporary accommodation.

During the summer months guests can sunbathe on the outdoor terraces and lawns, cool down in the swimming pool or take a 2 minute stroll to the wonderful Sao Rafael beach.

The 105 air-conditioned guestrooms all have balconies, with land or sea views. The rooms are spacious and benefit from natural light and feature deluxe accommodation which is of the highest standard.

The accommodation comprises 23 deluxe family suites, 63 deluxe suites and 19 deluxe double rooms. There is also a standard room and suite suitable for disabled persons.

The deluxe double rooms have a double bed and a dining table for 2 persons. The suites have 1 or 2 bedrooms with twin beds, living room with sofa-bed and a dining table for 4 or 6 persons. The deluxe suites have a spare bathroom with shower stall and the family suites have a 2nd bathroom.

All guestrooms have ensuite bathroom, doubled glazed windows, direct dial telephone, internet access, LCD television, Satellite channels, radio, safe, mini-bar, hairdryer, refrigerator and tea or coffee making facilities.

Facilities and services at the hotel include elevator / lift, 24 hour reception, 24 hour room service, 3 restaurants, 3 bars, 3 outdoor swimming pools, 1 indoor swimming pool, gardens, outdoor terrace, beach club, tennis court, grass games field, health and fitness centre, conference facilities, business services, car rental, free parking, dry cleaning service, babysitting service, golf facilities, daily activity programmes, seasonal Kids Club and 24-hour security.

The restaurants, all with wonderful views over the gardens and ocean, serve a range of international and mediterranean dishes prepared by the hotels in house chef.

There is a modern buffet restaurant or, for more formal, elegant dining there is an excellent A la Carte restaurant.

Guests can also have a light snack or meal in one of the bars in the grounds of the hotel including the Pool Snack Bar, Sao Rafael Beach restaurant, Sao Rafael Beach Bar.

Low calorie meals, vegetarian meals and special meals for children can be served on request.

Wireless internet access is available in all public areas, including the outdoor pool area, and there is a high - speed internet kiosk in the reception area.

The fitness centre has an indoor heated swimming pool which has large windows overlooking the garden. There is also a spa with jacuzzi, steam baths, saunas, a choice of massages and beauty treatments, and mini-gym with cardio-fitness equipment.

The hotel provides a free seasonal shuttle to the Sao Rafael beach which is approximately 2 minute walk from the hotel. During the summer months towels are provided free of charge to hotel guests, sun beds and sunshades at a cost.

The CS Sao Rafael Suite Hotel has some of the best conference facilities in the area, with a team of professionals ensuring that the event goes off without a hitch and to the highest of standards. There is also a business coordinator who will assist and advise.

The hotel has 2 stylish and contemporary meeting rooms suitable for conferences, meetings, product launches etc. The rooms are bright and airy with natural light and there are no pillars obstructing views. The larger of the 2 rooms can accommodate up to 180 delegates and has black out blinds. For larger exhibitions or product launches the hotel has other indoor or outdoor areas which can also be used.

Both conference rooms have audio/video equipment, computer, wireless internet access, projectors etc.

These rooms are also suitable for weddings or for any type of social event.

The hotel has arranged discounted green fees at nearby golf courses for its guests. It can also arrange lessons for individuals or groups and sightseeing tours. Please click here for Algarve Golf Courses.

Faro International airport is approximately 45 kilometers away.