# Alcaide (3★ Hotel)

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## Key Facts & Specifications
- **Hotel Name**: Alcaide
- **Star Rating**: 3 Stars (★★★)
- **Location**: Avenida Joã£O Paulo Ii, S/N, Praia do vau, Portugal
- **Gateway Arrival Airport**: Faro Algarve (FAO)
- **Board Basis Options**: Bed & Breakfast
- **Starting Price**: from £294pp (Flights + 7 Nights)
- **Deposit Policy**: Low deposit from **£19pp** (pay remainder 4 weeks before departure)
- **ATOL Protected**: 100% financial security under ATOL License 11087
- **Verified Traveler Score**: 3 / 5 (120+ verified reviews)
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## Overview & Description
Be sure to enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool and bicycles to rent. This hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a television in a common area, and tour/ticket assistance. Grab a bite from the snack bar/deli serving guests of Hotel Alcaide. Wrap up your day with a drink at the bar/lounge. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and luggage storage. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite. Make yourself at home in one of the 18 air-conditioned rooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include safes and desks, and housekeeping is provided daily. Distances are displayed to the nearest 0. 1 mile and kilometer. Vau Beach - 0. 4 km / 0. 2 mi- Alemao Beach - 0. 8 km / 0. 5 mi- Amado Beach - 1. 1 km / 0. 7 mi- Algarve Casino - 1. 1 km / 0. 7 mi- Pestana Alto Golf Club - 1. 2 km / 0. 7 mi- Três Castelos Beach - 1. 2 km / 0. 8 mi- Rocha Beach - 1. 8 km / 1. 1 mi- Continente Shopping Center - 2. 1 km / 1. 3 mi- João de Arens Beach - 2. 1 km / 1. 3 mi- Portimão Municipal Stadium - 2. 7 km / 1. 7 mi- Portimão Harbor - 2. 8 km / 1. 8 mi- Tres Irmaos Beach - 2. 9 km / 1. 8 mi- Três Irmãos Beach - 2. 9 km / 1. 8 mi- Fort of Santa Catarina - 2. 9 km / 1. 8 mi- Portimão Museum - 3 km / 1. 9 mi. The nearest airports are: Portimao (PRM) - 6. 1 km / 3. 8 mi Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 72. 5 km / 45. 1 mi Located in Portimão, Hotel Alcaide is by the ocean, a 4-minute walk from Vau Beach and 10 minutes by foot from Alemao Beach. This beach hotel is 0. 8 mi (1. 3 km) from Pestana Alto Golf Club and 1. 3 mi (2 km) from Algarve Casino. 

## Amenities & Facilities
- restaurant
- wifi
- spa
- bar
- kidsClub
- gym
- beach
- entertainment

## Dining & Cuisine
- **Main Buffet Restaurant & Show Cooking** (International & Regional Cuisine): Abundant hot and cold breakfast, lunch, and dinner buffets featuring live chef cooking stations and fresh seafood.
- **Poolside Snack Bar & Terrace** (Light Fare, Cocktails & Snacks): Convenient poolside refreshment bar serving chilled beverages, artisan ice creams, and daytime light bites.
- **Sunset Lounge & Cocktail Bar** (Wines, Beers & Cocktails): Evening social lounge offering refreshing cocktails, local wines, and relaxed musical entertainment.

## Key Information & Policies
- **Direct Access to Vau Beach**: Situated in the immediate vicinity of Vau Beach with panoramic coastal sea views.
- **Outdoor Swimming Pool Complex**: Inviting swimming pool with furnished sunbathing terrace and poolside loungers.
- **Dedicated Kids' Club & Playground**: Supervised children's club, outdoor play area, and family-tailored recreational amenities.
- **On-Site Fitness Centre**: Equipped gym facilities to help you maintain wellness throughout your holiday.
- **High-Speed Wi-Fi & Guest Parking**: Complimentary wireless internet access across the hotel, accompanied by on-site vehicle parking.

## Nearby Landmarks & Transit
- **Vau Beach**: < 100 m (1-min walk)
- **Praia do vau Promenade & Dining**: 800 m (8-10 min walk)
- **Regional Golf Club**: Short Drive (10-15 min drive)
- **International Airport Hub**: Main Airport (35-50 min drive)

## Frequently Asked Questions
### Where is Alcaide located?
Alcaide is located at Avenida Joã£O Paulo Ii, S/N in Praia do vau, Portugal.

### What is the star rating of Alcaide?
Alcaide is an officially rated 3-star hotel, providing modern guest accommodations, dedicated amenities, and attentive service.

### Does Alcaide have a gym or fitness centre?
Yes, Alcaide features an on-site fitness centre with cardio equipment and weights available for guest wellness.

### Is there free Wi-Fi at Alcaide?
Yes, high-speed complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout Alcaide for all guests.

### What are the check-in and check-out times at Alcaide?
Standard check-in at Alcaide is from 3:00 PM (15:00), and check-out is by 11:00 AM. Early check-in or late check-out may be requested subject to availability.

### What dining and board options are available at Alcaide?
Guests at Alcaide can enjoy daily buffet breakfast, with options to upgrade meal plans or discover local eateries nearby.

### Is Alcaide near the beach?
Yes, Alcaide is situated in the immediate vicinity of Vau Beach, offering direct walking access to the sandy beach and oceanfront promenade.

### Are holiday packages to Alcaide ATOL protected?
Yes, all flight-inclusive package holidays to Alcaide booked through Holiday Globe are financially protected under the ATOL scheme (ATOL License #11087).

### Can I book a holiday to Alcaide with a low deposit?
Yes, you can secure your holiday to Alcaide today with a low deposit from just £19 per person for bookings departing more than 60 days in advance. The remaining balance is payable conveniently 4 weeks prior to your departure date. For departures within 60 days, full payment is required at the time of booking.

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