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EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with full-service spa, connected to the convention center, near Praia dos Olhos de Água

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On the beach
On the beach
Indoor pool, 5 outdoor pools, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
2 restaurants, breakfast, dinner served; Mediterranean cuisine
Lobby
VIP Access

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Connecting rooms available
    Connecting rooms available
  • Electric vehicle charging point
    Electric vehicle charging point
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Gym
    Gym
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • On the beach
  • 2 restaurants and pool bar
  • Full-service spa
  • 5 outdoor pools and indoor pool
  • Health club
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Children's pool
  • Spa tub
  • Swim-up bar
  • 24-hour room service
For families
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Playground on site
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Television
The price is $162
$171 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 17 - Dec 18

Room options

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Deluxe Suite, Garden View | View from room

Deluxe Suite, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 73 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Resort View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Resort View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Pool View (Family)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Pool View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Pool View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Double or Twin Room, Ocean View

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 32 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom (Family)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • 79 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Studio | View from room

Deluxe Studio

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 38 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed OR 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
Praia da Falésia, Pinhal do Concelho, Albufeira, 8200-593

What's nearby

  • Pine Cliffs Golf Course - 13 min walk
  • Balaia Golf Village - 8 min drive
  • Falesia Beach - 11 min drive
  • Albufeira Old Town Square - 16 min drive
  • Vilamoura Marina - 16 min drive

Getting around

  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 37 min drive
  • Portimao (PRM) - 39 min drive
  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 16 min drive
  • Tunes Station - 23 min drive
  • Loule Station - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mirador - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante O Pescador - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Maré at Pine Cliffs - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Praia da Falésia Alfamar - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪A Lagosteira - ‬18 min walk

About this property

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel is a great choice for your beach stay in Albufeira, putting you near activities like scuba diving, snorkeling, and surfing/body boarding. There's plenty of fun with the 5 outdoor pools and indoor pool, and guests in the mood for pampering can visit the spa to indulge in deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and aromatherapy. Abyad, one of 2 restaurants, serves Mediterranean cuisine and is open for breakfast and dinner. A poolside bar, a health club, and a 24-hour fitness center are other highlights at this luxurious hotel. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 229 rooms
  • Arranged over 4 floors

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
  • Early check-in subject to availability
  • Late check-in subject to availability
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is noon
  • Late check-out subject to availability

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.

Special check-in instructions

  • 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 check-in age is 18

Children

  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free secured, covered onsite self parking
  • Free secured, covered onsite valet parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
  • Electric vehicle charging point on site
  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking

Other information

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast each morning 7:30 AM–10:30 AM
  • 2 restaurants
  • Poolside bar
  • Swim-up bar
  • 24-hour room service
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Playground
  • Babysitting (surcharge)

What to do

  • On the beach
  • Tennis lessons
  • Fitness classes
  • Pilates classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Basketball
  • Volleyball
  • Canoe
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Working away

  • 24-hour business center
  • 8 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (19892 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Facilities

  • 3 buildings/towers
  • Built in 2013
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace
  • Piano
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Adjacent to a golf course
  • 5 outdoor pools
  • An indoor pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Spa tub
  • Outdoor tennis court
  • Sauna
  • Massage/treatment rooms
  • Lockers available
  • Banquet hall
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible fitness center
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Wheelchairs available on site
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Minibar
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Slippers

Sleep well

  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Alarm clock
  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

What to enjoy

  • Furnished balcony/patio

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Toaster
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Spa

SAYANNA WELLNESS has 7 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, facials, and body wraps. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy and reflexology. The spa is equipped with a sauna, a spa tub, and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Dining

Abyad - This restaurant specializes in Mediterranean cuisine and serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting).
Al Quimia - This restaurant specializes in Portuguese cuisine and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open select days.

Fees & policies

Mandatory fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges by the property at check-in or check-out. 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 - 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge

Parking

  • Parking height restrictions apply

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa
  • 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

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Special cancellation policies or charges may apply for group reservations (more than 8 rooms for the same property / stay dates).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Property Registration Number 3928

Also known as

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EPIC SANA Algarve
EPIC SANA Algarve Albufeira
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Hotel SANA EPIC Algarve
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Frequently asked questions

Does EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel 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 to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel?
Yes, there are 5 outdoor pools, an indoor pool, and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel?
Yes, there's free self and valet parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.
What are the check-in and check-out times at EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is noon. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability).
Is there an onsite casino at EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Casino Vilamoura (17-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel and nearby?
Practice your swing on the tennis courts. Additional recreation onsite includes fitness classes, basketball, and Pilates. Indulge in a treatment at the spa, soothe your senses in the spa tub, or go for a swim in one of the 5 outdoor swimming pools. EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel also has an indoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a sauna, as well as a picnic area and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants, featuring alfresco dining and Mediterranean cuisine.
Does EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony or patio.
What's the area around EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel like?
EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Pine Cliffs Golf Course and 9 minutes' walk from Praia da Falésia Açoteias.

EPIC SANA Algarve Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Harvey, 3-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel
The property is fantastic, can't say enough about the staff, friendly, helpful, and attentive to any request or needs. Location in Albufeira is amazing. Just don't know why a property of this caliber can't provide proper Wi-Fi because there is no encryption, so in my opinion it's essentially useless.
Glenn, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic relaxing hotel
The hotel is AMAZING so are the staff!! The room had a beautiful view of the ocean and pool. The swallows were so cute flying around the greenery. The pool was great! Every 2 chairs had an umbrella. We went down to the beach but you have to reserve chairs and pay for them which we didn’t not so we sat on the sand for a little while. They have 4 restaurants which we only went to 2 we had buffet breakfast that had a lot to choose from and. Are at the Italian restaurant 2x food is excellent and Rita is the sweetest! All in all it’s ***** Much needed beach relax after site seeing Lisbon and Porto
They gave me a pretty flower at check in and water every day
sharon, 4-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

2/10 Poor

The receptionist and manager forced me to upgrade because I have a child (who does not need extra bed) so I did and I paid the upgrade fees in cash at check in. They gave me a receipt that shows only part of my cash payment (for one night) when they forced me to pay for all the nights and I did. At check out, they asked me to pay for the upgrade fees again for the remaining nights because the receipt only shows I paid for one night. I should have checked the receipt carefully but I never expected them to be such a fraud. I ended up paying double of what I should have paid for the room upgrade which was forced to begin with. I paid in cash so I don’t have proof other than the wrong amount on the receipt. Also, there was no hot water in the shower and thry couldn’t fix it the entire night. I showered in cold water then tried to sleep wearing my jacket as I was freezing. Argued with them the whole night to fix the hot water and didn’t get any sleep at all.
Yi, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful resort - beautiful beach
Susan, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Super clean hotel, friendly staff, great breakfast and lunch buffet food options, enough room at the pool lounges. Staff at the beach super friendly (for instance my phone died and one of the beach boys without asking gave me his phone and told me to return his phone once I'm done).
Vasko, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff was amazing and the restaurants provided high quality dinners. Location is right between Old Town Albufeira and Vilamoura.
Isaiah, 7-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Average. 5 star prices 3 star service
The one thing this hotel lacks is service. There are no staff by the pool side and when you do see one they are no paying attention. On the half board package you get an insulting 20 euro discount from a la carte restaurants. The food and drinks are very expensive which is why nobody eats or drinks by the pool. I arrived at 1am and when I got to the room it was like a sauna. The air conditioning is very weak and so did not cool down until the next day so the sleep was very bad. At the Japanese restaurant the menus are on iPads and the internet is poor throughout the hotel so the iPads did not work. On the plus side, food at the buffet for breakfast and dinner is decent as is the service there. In conclusion, the hotel has the potential to be very good but lack of training and quality of the service lets it down.
Arun, 5-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent and on the most gorgeous beach front ever
Jacqueline, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Rochelle, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Good resort - great location with beach access
Runeet, 4-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Phenomenal resort. All the amenities are great. Highly recommended.
thaddeus, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Roymond, 4-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet hotel. Very accommodating staff.
Thomas, 5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We have visited the Epic sana algarve many times and it never fails to give us a wonderful stay. The staff, food, location and overall peace and tranquility is perfect!
Lucy, 5-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Friendly staff
Andre, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Really lovely experience! The food was great! The beach is gorgeous! We look forward to visiting again.
Dania, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

4/10 Fair

It’s unfortunate to book in a hotel and make you pay 100 € for a relaxing chair in the beach , also the food is pretty expensive if you want to grab a quick meal next to the pool I think that the place is really over rated and a bit expensive for what they offer … I should mention that the room description says that it sleeps 4 but once at the place they made us pay extra for each child saying that the room only fits 2 adults and one baby … we ended with the same room we booked but we payed an extra 400€ for two night …
Loubna, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful staff, beautiful facilities!
Giles, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Kyle, 5-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Will return
Highly recommend this hotel. The overall experience was very much 5*. The staff were wonderful. The location is as good as it gets sitting atop Falésia Beach and close to local shops and local cafe’s and bars. Will definitely return. Breakfast good too.
Steve, 7-night trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

6/10 Good

Just average
Patrick, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

5 stars in Algarve!
Excellent stay in the Algarve! Staff helped us with events, dinners, activities - they were wonderful! Beautiful resort and amenities. A 5 star experience!
David, 3-night family trip
Verified Hoteles.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great crew, beautiful property and setup
Anoosh, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Claire, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review