Had to book into a hotel for a couple of nights and opted for the Hotel California simply because of the location, which was great. However I hope that they are using the 'off' season to update rooms which overall were extremely poor. I don't know how anyone could stay for any lenghth of time as the beds are so... More

My partner and I stayed for two weeks in September 2011 and had a most enjoyable stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The room allocated to us was not to our taste and we were moved to a room we preferred with no fuss. Breakfast on the roof-top terrace was very pleasant and to supplement the continental breakfast... More

If you want night lift, then this is the perfect place. situated on the main street of the old town, its perfectly placed for resturants, bars and the old square. it is also 2 mins walk to the beach.

We stayed here for five days off season and loved every minute. The staff were friendly, even though we didn't need to go to reception, The pool area was nice although we wished we did go for a swim and the breakfast was lovely.

stayed at this hotel again,for 10 days this time, from end of september til early october with a friend. Its location is ideal as you are near everything: restaurants, shopping, bars, cafes and the beach. What more could one ask for. Some people give out over the noise from the nite clubs at night,but as the location is so central,... More

we had a lovely time here second time in albufeira.hotel very nice clean and tidy and plenty for breakfast.near to every thing just walk down the street and all the shops and cafes are there.and the beach is round the corner and it is a lovely beach.you can get the wee train to the new town it doesnt take long... More

Myself and my partner in our 40s stayed in the california on the 16th sept 11 , our room was facing a once was waterfall that was about 20ft high , no sunlight , thankfully the waterfall was out of action , the room was sooooo dark and wen bulbs started to go i asked at reception, the for them... More

Breakfast wasn't great and got a burger at the bar and it was raw. When I complained the man that served me looked at me as if I had two heads. I eventually got our money refunded thanks to Sarah the receptionist that was very helpful but it was the least the hotel management could have done. Location good, rooms... More

Stayed at the beginning of September, really good value for money, central so no need for taxis backwards and forwards. As OAP's didn't find the noise too bad. All staff very helpfull and sociable. Would definatly go back.