Real Marina Hotel & Spa

5.0 star property
5-star spa hotel near Olhao Harbour

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Lobby
Reception
Beach nearby, white sand

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Av. 5 de Outubro, 1, Olhao, 8700
  • Place, Ria Formosa Natural Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Olhao Municipal Market
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Olhao Harbour
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Suite (Ria View)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Junior Suite, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, City View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

Double Room, Sea View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(39 reviews)
  • Marina view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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About the area

Olhao

Close to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Ria Formosa Natural Park and Olhao Municipal Market. Parque Natural da Ria Formosa and Olhao Harbour are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Ria Formosa Natural Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Olhao Municipal Market - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Olhao Harbour - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Parque Natural da Ria Formosa - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Albufeira Old Town Square - 49 min drive - 61.9 km

Getting around

  • Faro Station - 21 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 19 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Restaurante O Farol - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Playa - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cafe Conquistador - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ammar I Mar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Chá Chá Chá - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Real Marina Hotel & Spa

5-star spa hotel near Olhao Harbour
Real Marina Hotel & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a health club. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a snack bar/deli. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms. A children's pool, a hot tub, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Real Marina Hotel & Spa. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 5-star Olhao hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 144 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 2010
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business facilities
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Real Marina Hotel & Spa offers 144 accommodations with minibars and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. This Olhao hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with rainfall showerheads, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

The onsite spa 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 a sauna, a hot tub, and Turkish bath/hammam. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy, Ayurvedic, and hydrotherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Hot tub
  • Outdoor pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 36-inch TV

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • 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 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 - 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.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 50 per vehicle (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Parties and events are allowed on site
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 847

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Hotel Marina Real
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Real Marina Hotel
Real Marina Hotel Olhao
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Real Marina Hotel And Spa
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Real Marina Hotel & Spa Hotel Olhao

Frequently asked questions

How close is Real Marina Hotel & Spa to the airport?

Real Marina Hotel & Spa is 8.8 mi (19-min drive) away from the Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Real Marina Hotel & Spa?

As of Jun 2, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Real Marina Hotel & Spa on Jun 7, 2026 start from CA $255, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Real Marina Hotel & Spa have an airport shuttle?

Real Marina Hotel & Spa offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 50 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Real Marina Hotel & Spa to the beach?

This hotel is 10.9 mi (28-min drive) from Faro Island Beach and 14.5 mi (30-min drive) from Terra Estreita Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Real Marina Hotel & Spa offer free breakfast?

Real Marina Hotel & Spa offers free continental breakfast every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Real Marina Hotel & Spa?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Real Marina Hotel & Spa?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Real Marina Hotel & Spa?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Real Marina Hotel & Spa have a pool?

Real Marina Hotel & Spa features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Real Marina Hotel & Spa have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Real Marina Hotel & Spa have a spa?

This hotel has a spa, which features Ayurvedic treatments, reflexology, and facials.

How close is Real Marina Hotel & Spa to downtown Olhao?

Real Marina Hotel & Spa is 0.3 mi away from Olhao.

Real Marina Hotel & Spa Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 640 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 295 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 48 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 1002 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Graham

All good
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We'll appointed property overlooking the marina. Very swanky feel to the property.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Gerald, Sarasota

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room Great location Nice pool Great staff and vey helpful Great breakfast Poor internet less than 1 MB download speed Had to get eSIM data plan and tether for work Dated carpets Very sympathetic and accommodating with later check out due to an illness Parking for free and underground garage Welcome bottle of lovely wine
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Ivo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Highly recommend. Hotel is amazing, location couldn't be any better. Uber cost as 12 eur from airport.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great staff and really good amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Darry, Surrey

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a sea view room that was lovely, great breakfast buffet and the location was walkable to a number of restaurants. The room was a little warn and could use a refresh
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Staff were excellent, room was clean and spacious and breakfast was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location with numerous restaurants nearby. Convenient access to markets and boardwalk along marina. Outdoor pool area has lots of chairs. Breakfast was fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Oluseyi

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room staff are brilliant swimming pool is nice. They charge €15 to use a sauna and steam room, but apart from that, it was good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Asser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great service from the staff, highly recommended location and staff
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Sumit

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent property, great location, clean. Responsive staff. Breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Shubnam

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Harvey

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Munsir

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place me my wife and a 3 year old child had a very good experience, will definitely come back again
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Chenyu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

FREDERIQUE

Travelled with partner
Anybody who is used to the north European standard of 5* hotels should absolutely AVOID this "beach hotel" with general mediocrity and a four lane highway in front, mentioned nowhere. Abstain ! Avoid it if possible.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Malan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel very clean. And the staff very polite
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I have stayed at the real marina many times and it never disappoints the staff are friendly and welcoming the breakfast is always good and the indoor pool is ideal during colder months it is situated in my opinion in one of the best town in the algarve the restaurants and bars are full of locals and food is amazing
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jovani

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Amenities
Improve kids club access , it was close when we were there
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We’d cycled up from Ayamonte and arrived at the Hotel wet through, the staff quickly checked us in and helped with the bikes and our bags - it was very much appreciated. Breakfast the next morning was plentiful and they took the time to explain about the buffet and the extras we could order.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie, Rochelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Excellent waiter and staff! Super nice and friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time staying there, Cleanliness, staff members showing concern for their residents. It was all-round beautiful, I plan to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were friendly
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Joyce

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
This was my second stay, love this hotel. Clean room. Helpful staff. Good value thanks team.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025