When visiting Olhao, Real Marina Hotel & Spa is a great choice to consider. Guests can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, aromatherapy or Ayurvedic treatments, and Real Restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Other highlights include an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a poolside bar. The helpful staff and location get great marks from fellow travellers.
Languages
English, Portuguese, Spanish
At a glance
Hotel size
144 rooms
Arranged over 4 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is noon
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum guest age is 18
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Transfers
Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*
Other information
Smoke-free property
No stag or hen parties
Property amenities
Food and drink
Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Poolside bar
Room service (limited hours)
Snack bar/deli
What to do
Beach nearby
Ecotours nearby
Golfing nearby
Parasailing nearby
Waterskiing nearby
Working away
Business centre
Meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Free newspapers in reception
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Porter/bellhop
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Romance packages
Facilities
1 building/tower
Built in 2010
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Terrace
Communal living room
Health club
An outdoor pool
An indoor pool
Full-service spa
Hot tub
Sauna
Massage/treatment rooms
Banquet hall
Reception hall
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
36-inch TV
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Minibar
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Rainfall shower heads
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Spa
Real Spa Therapy has 9 treatment rooms, including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages and Thai massages. The spa is equipped with Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.
Dining
Real Restaurant – This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Reservations are required.
Ria Restaurant-Bar – Overlooking the pool, this restaurant only serves lunch. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open daily.
Real Bar – This bar only serves light fare. Open daily.
Fees & policies
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or checkout. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November to 31 March, EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
Optional extras
Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately EUR 14 per person
Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag and hen parties.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Parties and events are allowed on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Property Registration Number 847
Also known as
Real Marina Hotel Olhao
Real Marina Hotel
Real Marina Olhao
Real Marina
Real Marina Hotel And Spa
Real Marina Hotel & Spa Hotel
Real Marina Hotel & Spa Olhao
Real Marina Hotel & Spa Hotel Olhao
Frequently asked questions
Does Real Marina Hotel & Spa offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Real Marina Hotel & Spa does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Real Marina Hotel & Spa?
Yes, there's an indoor pool, an outdoor pool and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Real Marina Hotel & Spa?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Real Marina Hotel & Spa?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Real Marina Hotel & Spa?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is EUR 50 per vehicle one-way.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Real Marina Hotel & Spa?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Real Marina Hotel & Spa and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities such as parasailing and waterskiing, and practise your swing on the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes ecotours. Indulge in a treatment at the spa and soothe your senses in the hot tub. Real Marina Hotel & Spa also has an outdoor pool and a sauna, as well as a Turkish bath.
Are there restaurants at or near Real Marina Hotel & Spa?
Yes, Real Restaurant offers pool views.
What's the area around Real Marina Hotel & Spa like?
Real Marina Hotel & Spa is a short 1-minute walk from Ria Formosa Natural Park and 7 minutes' walk from Olhao Municipal Market. Travellers say that the hotel is in a great location.
Real Marina Hotel & Spa Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.8/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
25 November 2024
Mini November break
We decided to stay for 5 nights for some winter sunshine. The spa was very good and excellent value for money. The hotel is very nice but would only consider it to be 4 star as some areas of the hotel do need to be updated. Buffet breakfast was great every morning. Olhão is worth a visit for a couple of days, however at this time of year a lot of places are closed
Andrew
Andrew, 5-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2024
Wonderful hotel overlooking the Ria Formosa
Fabulous hotel, v high standard - wonderful service and beautiful location. The staff were so friendly and helpful - we would highly recommend the Real Marina & Spa, Olhao!
David
David, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 October 2024
William
William, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
1 October 2024
Generally very good and I would like to single out the lady receptionist Loide for a special mention for going out of her way to find information Fado performance which we subsequently went to and thoroughly enjoyed. GOLD STAR for her please
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 7-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 September 2024
Real Marina Olhão
Comfortable stay for a week on a golf trip. Staff were helpful and on the mornings we had to leave before breakfast they provided a breakfast bag. Cleanliness throughout the hotel was very good and the local town was full of good and well priced restaurants
Pat
Pat, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 September 2024
Gillian A
Gillian A, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
25 September 2024
Sibghat
Sibghat, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 September 2024
T
T, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 September 2024
T
T, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
17 September 2024
Overall we loved the hotel and Olhão. The lobby was beautiful, staff and check in efficient and easy, room spacious and clean, loved the breakfast especially the granola and great location with a nice walk to the local restaurants. A few small things that would give it more of a 5star feel rather than 4star; water wasn’t replaced in the rooms, no dressing gowns provided, the towel situation by the pool isn’t great-you have to go to the spa with a card to get one thread-bare towel and warned to bring it back or you will be charged €15…with the 5star rating and price paid we felt this was unnecessary. All said we had a wonderful four days and would definitely come back.
SOPHIE
SOPHIE, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 September 2024
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 September 2024
Great location
Neil
Neil, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 September 2024
Jared
Jared, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 August 2024
Great stay
peter
peter, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 August 2024
Rosanna Louisa
Rosanna Louisa, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 August 2024
Great location, lovely hotel, amazing pool deck. Recommend taking a boat trip over to the islands too. Pool Deck Bar staff excellent.
Robert
Robert, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 August 2024
Lovely smart hotel. Clean and tidy room with good air conditioning, very spacious with a pool view. Could not fault any aspect. We look forward to returning.
Darren
Darren, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 August 2024
Wonderful hotel! The rooms were large and comfortable. All amenities were included in the room (shampoo, lotions, soap). The breakfast in the morning was plentiful and had variety. The staff was friendly and helpful! Pool was clean and a chair could always be found. Perfect location with access to restaurants on the main strip and plenty by wandering through the back streets. Book this hotel, you will not be disappointed.
Nicole
Nicole, 5-night trip with friends
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6/10 Good
2 August 2024
Its overpriced for what you get!!
The hotel is supposed to be 5 star,but barely makes it in 4!!
The air conditioner on the room was not so effective, incredibly the elevators don't have a "up"botton ,so you always have to go down. Tje breakfast is not well stocked and tje pancakes hard as stones. The food at the pool is very poor and expensive.
In general its overpriced for what you get!!
Augusto
Augusto, 2-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
28 July 2024
Beautiful hotel, very clean and comfortable. The staff were very helpful and polite. A very relaxing stay!
Verified traveller
2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
25 July 2024
Nice location, not too far from marina. Carpet in the halls and room stained, same with the marble floors. Good recommendations and very friendly staff!
Catarina
Catarina, 4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
22 July 2024
Anthony
Anthony, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
9 July 2024
Excellent week during our stay at this hotel. First of all all the staff were highly professional and very friendly. Even though the hotel was quite busy, there was always a table at breakfast and a sunbed available next to the pool. Very near to local restaurants and the little town is walkable. Beautiful views from the balcony overlooking the sea. The Wi-Fi was a bit sketchy, but fine if you don’t have business meetings.
KIM
KIM, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 July 2024
We had a lovely stay. The breakfast was plentiful, parking was easy, view from our room was terrific. I would love to return some day.