Portugal ∙ Algarve ∙ Praia da Falesia

Pine Cliffs Residence, a Luxury Collection Resort *****

FAO478
Fitness
Wellness
WLAN
Pool
Beach
Family
Air conditioning
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Location

Surrounded by pine trees and spectacular cliffs, the resort with its 154 apartments is peacefully situated above the kilometre-long, fine sandy "Praia da Falésia". The beach can be reached via an elevator followed by stairs/path. The bustling holiday paradise "Albufeira" and the picturesque fishing town "Vilamoura" are approximately 10 km and 8 km away respectively, easily reachable by car. Restaurants and shops are located both within the resort and just outside the complex. Faro Airport is approximately 30 km away.
Aerial view of a steep coastline with beach, turquoise water, and forested landscape.
Aerial view of a coastal hotel overlooking the blue sea and surrounding green vegetation.
Red cliff with trees and a view of the sea under clear sky.
Green golf course field with red rocks and sea view in the background.
Red cliff path with pine trees and view of the blue sea under clear sky.
Terrace with tables and chairs under trees overlooking the sea at sunset.
Terrace with tables and chairs overlooking the sea and trees on a sunny day.

Facilities

Illuminated entrance of a Mediterranean-style hotel at dusk with paved path and gates.
Hotel with large outdoor pool, surrounded by sun loungers and Mediterranean plants.
Large hotel pool with sun loungers and umbrellas under a clear blue sky
View of a hotel pool with sun loungers and umbrellas, tables with chairs in the foreground.
Bright restaurant with wooden beam ceiling, tiled floor, and neatly set tables.
Empty outdoor café area with tables, chairs, and umbrellas at sunset.
Tastefully decorated terrace with set tables and sea view at dusk.
Elegant restaurant with wooden beam ceiling and stylishly set tables.
Covered outdoor area with set table and chairs on wooden deck in a garden
Cozy hotel bar with wooden ceiling, seating areas, and stylish lamps.
Outdoor restaurant with white columns and green surroundings in a hotel garden.
Outdoor hotel bar area with chairs and tables on a wooden deck surrounded by trees.
Sunny beach lounge with wooden walkway, white sunbeds, and umbrellas by the sea.
Open beachside restaurant with wooden floor, set tables, and sea view.
Bright terrace with seating and bar, overlooking the sea under clear sky.
Modern beach resort with white umbrellas and lounge furniture on wooden deck.
Pine Cliffs Residence, with a total of 154 apartments, is part of the Pine Cliffs Resort and is located in a park-like area of 70 hectares with small rivers and fountains. Facilities include 11 bars and à la carte/buffet restaurants (some of which are open seasonally and for a fee), a hairdresser, the Serenity Spa, and boutiques. In the well-maintained garden, there are 7 freshwater pools with separate children's pools, a sunbathing lawn, sun terraces (sun loungers, cushions, umbrellas, and bath towels are included), and not forgetting the hotel's own spectacular 9-hole "Pine Cliffs" golf course. For the cooler months, the hotel also has a heated indoor pool with a 17-meter lane. The hotel's own beach section features a beach bar (open from May to October) with loungers, umbrellas, and bath towels. Most facilities are located in the main building (Pine Cliffs Hotel), about a 7-minute walk from the Residence. However, the Residence has its own reception, pool, and bar.

Accommodation

2-Bedroom Apartment

Decorated in cream and azure tones, these apartment suites are approximately 101 sqm and feature a living/dining area with individually controlled air conditioning, direct dial telephone, LCD flat-screen TV with satellite channels and on-demand programs/movies (for a fee), iron and ironing board, sofa bed, a fully equipped kitchenette with an oven, ceramic hob, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, coffee machine, juicer, washing machine, high-quality cutlery, and table and kitchen linen. The master bedroom has a double bed, an electronic safe, and an LCD TV. Another bedroom has two single beds, an electronic safe, and an LCD TV. Two bathrooms feature rain showers, bathtubs, bidets, hairdryers, makeup/shaving mirrors, bathrobes and slippers, and a personalized selection of high-quality toiletries from the Luxury Collection. The balcony or terrace offers views of the garden with pine groves and wildflowers, or garden/golf course views.

Bright living room with blue chairs, wooden table, and terrace access overlooking greenery.
Sunny beach lounge with wooden walkway, white sunbeds, and umbrellas by the sea.
Bright hotel room with large bed, nightstand, and balcony overlooking green landscape.
Bright bathroom with blue tiles, large bathtub, and wooden vanity with mirror.

2-Bedr. Apt. Residence Penthouse

These apartments are approximately 101 sqm (2 bedrooms) or 140 sqm (3 bedrooms) and feature a living-dining area, 2 or 3 bedrooms (2 bedrooms are equipped with a double bed and the other bedroom with 2 single beds), 3 bathrooms with rain showers, bathtubs, and a selection of toiletries. Additionally, the apartment has a small, well-equipped kitchenette, LCD flat-screen TVs, high-speed internet access, and a balcony. The apartments are located on the 2nd floor of the hotel. 3-bedroom Residence Penthouse apartments are bookable for an additional charge.

2-Bedr. Apt. Residence Garden Access

Equipped like the 2 or 3-bedroom Residence Penthouse apartments, but these apartments are located on the ground floor and feature a terrace with garden access (no private garden). 3-bedroom Residence Garden Access apartments are bookable for an additional charge.

2-Bedr. Apt. Residence Comfort

Equipped like the 2 or 3-bedroom Residence Penthouse apartments, but located on the 1st floor of the hotel. 3-bedroom Residence Comfort apartments are bookable for an additional charge.

Meals

B&B/Half Board

Breakfast: in the buffet restaurant "Jardim Colonial" or at "O Grill" (seasonal).
Dinner: buffet style or 3-course menu at "Jardim Colonial" or "O Grill" (seasonal).
À la carte restaurants available for a fee.

People eating together at a set table with wine, bread, and salad.

Sports included

Large fitness area.

Sports for a fee

5 floodlit tennis courts (2 clay, 3 hard court), 9-hole golf course, paddle tennis court, billiards, table tennis, mini-golf, fitness classes, and bicycle rental. Various water sports activities on the beach with a beach bar (only during summer months).

Children's program

A pirate ship-themed playground with green grass and trees in the background.
7,000 sqm "Porto Pirata" Kids Village with a pool for children aged 1 to 8 years. Junior Club for ages 8-12 (April to October). Childcare within the Kids Village and Junior Club is available for a fee.

Wellness

Whirlpool, sauna, and a heated indoor pool with a 17-meter lane (included). Serenity Spa with 12 treatment rooms and thermal area available for a fee.
Bright massage room with massage table, towels, and modern furnishings.
Modern spa area with freestanding bathtub, lighting, and shower cabin.
Room with two massage tables, gold-colored walls, and soft lighting.
Luxurious spa area with jacuzzi, wood decor, and cozy lighting.
Bright hotel lobby with round seating, decorative hanging lights, and elegant reception desk.
Modern indoor pool with waterfall feature and large windows letting in natural light.
Modern wellness area with salt cabin, steam bath, and ice fountain in a hotel.
Row of lounge chairs with brown towels on a wooden deck outside a hotel.
Modern wellness area with freestanding bathtub and blue mosaic on wall and ceiling
Bright indoor pool with blue tiles and lounge chairs along the side.
Indoor pool with blue water and wooden ceiling in a modern building with large windows.

Hotel service

Cribs (subject to availability, included).
Cribs (101cm x 66cm) for children up to 2 years old available upon request (subject to availability, included).
The resort does not provide blankets or pillows for cribs.
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For stays from March 27, 2026 onwards, the Facility Service is included in the booking price. This includes:
Included: Sun loungers and umbrellas on the beach (subject to availability), shuttle service within the resort, parking spaces within the resort, room service (service only, ordered food/drinks will be charged), Wi-Fi, newspapers and magazines (via Press Reader), mini-golf at the Porto Pirata Kids Club.
Additionally:
Discounts on childcare at the Kids Club, first-aid station (during daytime hours), use of all pools in the resort, regardless of the accommodation booked, free access to the indoor pool at the Pine Cliffs Hotel.
Furthermore, a 10% discount is offered on consumption at "The Zest" restaurant, on gym classes, selected spa products, and at the golf shop, as well as on boat trips (to be booked through the concierge).
Changes are possible.

Hotel features

  • Club
  • Shopping facilities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Family friendly
  • Fitness
  • Golf
  • Indoor pool
  • Hotel safe
  • Internet
  • Kids club/mini club
  • Children's playground
  • Children's pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Luxury travelers
  • Massages
  • Sandy beach
  • Spa
  • Tennis
  • Wi-Fi
  • Enhanced hygiene concept

Sustainability

Travel with Future provides guidance for making conscious choices. Our label identifies hotels that are certified according to internationally recognized standards for sustainable operating practices and actively invest in a more sustainable future. These standards encompass social responsibility, environmental awareness, and the cultural and economic aspects of sustainable tourism, as defined by the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC).

More information on sustainability at schauinsland-reisen: https://nachhaltigkeit.schauinsland-reisen.de/reisen-mit-zukunft

This hotel has the following certification:
  • Green Key

Note

The Pine Cliffs Resort is considered one of the best accommodations in the Algarve and was awarded "Europe's Leading Family Resort" at the World Travel Awards in 2015.
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A shuttle service operates within the complex, acting as a transfer between facilities and can be used free of charge every 30 minutes (seasonal).
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Pine Cliffs Hotel is bookable under FAO078.
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Pine Cliffs Gardens is bookable under FAO278.
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Pine Cliffs Ocean Suite is bookable under FAO378.
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Pine Cliffs Residence is bookable under FAO478.
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The hotel is not suitable for people with reduced mobility!
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Hotel Contact:
PINE CLIFFS RESORT
PRAIA DA FALESIA
APARTADO P. O. BOX 644
8200-909 ALBUFEIRA
PORTUGAL
TEL: 00351-289-500100
FAX: 00351-289-501950
Email: Pinecliffs.reservations@luxurycollection.com
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The hotel does not accept pets.
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No rooms are accessible for people with disabilities.
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Please note: From May 1, 2024, the municipality of Albufeira will levy a tourist tax of €2 per person/night (maximum 7 nights; children up to 12 years free).

Seasonal information

Check-in from 4 PM, check-out by 10 AM.
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Country category

5 Sterne