Cerro Mar Atlantico in Albufeira, the Algarve, Portugal

The plush 4-star Cerro Mar Atlântico is located in a sprawling property with two separate buildings offering panoramic views of Albufeira’s old town and elevating holidays to Portugal. Featuring a lagoon-style terrace pool and an exclusive wellness centre, the four-star Cerro Mar Atlântico Hotel is perfect for guests on couples’ holidays seeking scenic settings amid unparalleled tranquillity and luxury amenities. With a beachfront location and breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, this world-class property is among the best for holidays to the Algarve.

All of the modern, homely apartments at Cerro Mar Atlantico feature well-equipped kitchens, especially convenient for family getaways where you can plan meals for your children. Many units at this aparthotel also boast private balconies with furniture and postcard-perfect views of the sea or emerald-green gardens. You can also book adults-only holidays to Cerro Mar Atlantico, enjoying the contemporary gym, a bowling alley, tennis courts, and a ton of scenic hikes around the property. The modern spa is a fantastic bonus for grown-ups, offering a sauna, Jacuzzi, massages, and lots more.

Please Note: There is a difference between Cerro Mar Garden and Atlantico. Cerro Mar Garden is the main hotel and reception building, while Cerro Mar Atlantico comprises separate apartment blocks parked a short distance across a small road from the hotel. When you book rooms at Cerro Mar Atlantico, you are still part of the same resort and privy to all facilities available at Cerro Mar Garden, including the restaurants, main pools, spa, and gym. In essence, Atlantico offers a quieter stay in posh apartment blocks, while the Garden is the central hub of the hotel complex.

Location

When you book an apartment at the stunning Cerro Mar Atlantico in the Algarve, you’re arriving for holidays in Albufeira, a beautiful city and former fishing village in Faro District that’s now a prominent travel destination. Famed for its glorious beaches with soft sandy bays and crystalline waters, Albufeira is most sought-after for beach holidays, with must-sees including Praia dos Pescadores (Fisherman’s Beach) and Praia da Falésia. Dolphin and whale-watching tours, boat trips, diving, and spending time at the bustling Albufeira Marina are unmissable!

In addition to the beaches, visitors can also expect memorable city break holidays to Albufeira, thanks to its rich history, gastronomy, and culture. Cover the short distance from Cerro Mar Atlantico apartments to Old Town Albufeira to begin your explorations, discovering whitewashed streets teeming with traditional bars, souvenir shops, al fresco restaurants, Moorish remnants, and ancient churches. The Strip (Avenida Sá Carneiro) is where you should head to for a lively nightlife scene, enjoying drinks, light meals, and dancing at a range of pubs, bars, nightclubs, lounges, and more.

Distances

• Cerro Mar Atlantico to Faro International Airport (FAO) – 43.8 km
• Portimão Airport (PRM) – 40.6 km
• Albufeira Bus Station – 1 km
• Albufeira Train Station – 1 km
• Tunes Train Station – 5.5 km
• Sherry’s Irish Bar – 200 m
• Old Town Albufeira – 400 m
• Fishermen’s Square – 500 m
• Old Castle Wall – 600 m
• Clock Tower Albufeira – 700 m
• Igreja de Santa Ana – 1 km
• Igreja Nossa Senhora da Conceição – 1.4 km
• Blue Bell Bar – 2.2 km
• Sal Rosa (wine bar) – 2.3 km
• Municipal Museum of Archaeology – 2.4 km
• Irish Pub The Shamrock Bar – 2.5 km
• The Strip (Avenida Sá Carneiro) – 3 km
• Roman Ruins Cerro da Vila – 3.5 km
• Pau da Bandeira Belvedere – 4 km
• Quinta do Canhoto Adega (winery) – 4.2 km
• Parque Aventura – 4.5 km
• Albufeira Marina – 5 km
• Sao Rafael – 5 km
• Church of Sao Sebastiao Sacred Art Museum – 5.8 km
• Zoomarine Algarve Waterpark – 13.6 km
• Castle of Paderne – 16.6 km
• Beaches near Cerro Mar Atlantico, Albufeira: Inatel Beach (1.9 km), Praia do Túnel (2.4 km), Praia dos Pescadores/Fisherman’s Beach (2.7 km), Praia dos Alemães (2.8 km), Praia do Oura (3.5 km), Baleeira Beach (5.2 km), Praia do Coelha (6.4 km), Praia do Castelo (6.8 km), Praia da Galé (9.7 km), and Praia da Falésia (11.6 km)
• Restaurants near Cerro Mar Atlantico, Albufeira: Restaurante Monte Verde (17 m), Atípico (1.1 km), Harp Grill (1.4 km), Spice Lounge (1.5 km), Porta7 M.F.A. (1.5 km), The Indian Sizzler (1.9 km), Indian Night’s (2.3 km), Café In-Certo (2.4 km), Taberna Saudade (2.4 km), Shalom II (2.6 km), O Veleiro (2.6 km), Peccati di Gola (2.6 km), Tiger Street Sushi (2.7 km), Windmill (2.9 km), and A Casa Do Mexilhão (8.3 km)

Rooms and Suites

All Cerro Mar Atlantico**** apartments are suitable for families with children, couples, and groups alike, having been designed with comfort, ergonomics, and luxury in mind. Each boasts a welcoming ambience with homely amenities, including a fully-equipped kitchenette wherein guests can plan their meals and enjoy them in a spacious dining area or out on the private balcony/terrace. Please note that the accommodation units at this aparthotel may not be adapted for guests with reduced mobility, so inquire about accessibility beforehand and secure rooms likewise.

The amenities in all Cerro Mar Atlantico rooms are top-tier, guaranteeing every comfort to guests of all ages. These include premium mattresses, air conditioning, a satellite TV, a direct-dial telephone, an in-room safe, a seating area, a full bathroom with free toiletries, a dining area, wardrobe (closet), a private balcony/terrace with furniture and views, luggage rack, a work desk with chair, magnifying mirrors, a shower or bathtub, reading lamps, a full kitchen with cooking range and electrical appliances, towels, complimentary Wi-Fi, and floor-to-ceiling windows with blackout curtains.

Apartment types include:

• Studio Apartments
• One-Bedroom Apartments
• Two-Bedroom Apartments

Facilities and Services

The check-in at Cerro Mar Atlantico, Albufeira, Algarve, is from 03:00 PM, and the standard check-out at the popular apart-hotel is before 11:00 AM. You may seek a late check-out timing or express/early check-in at the front desk, and such requirements are typically allowed subject to policy, availability, and a small supplement. You can access a wide range of comforts and conveniences at the Cerro Mar Atlantico hotel complex, including a car park, free wireless internet, multiple pools, a modern gym, a luxury spa and wellness facility, massages, and more, as elaborated below.

• 24-Hour Reception
• Beachfront Location
• Lifts
• Car Park
• Shuttle Service to Albufeira Centre
• Self-Catering Aparthotel
• Bed & Breakfast Service
• Half Board Package
• High-Speed Wi-Fi
• Air Conditioning and Heating
• Multi-Bedrooms Apartments with Kitchenette
• Smoke-Free Property
• 24-Hour Security
• Express Check-in/Late Check-out (as per policy, extra fee, and availability)
• Safety Deposit Box
• Tours and Tickets Assistance
• Room Service
• Laundry and Dry Cleaning
• Porterage (bellhop)
• Concierge Service
• CCTV and Security Alarms in Common Areas
• Ironing Facility
• Wake-Up Calls
• Luggage Storage
• Smoke Detectors
• Housekeeping Service
• Towel/Linen Change
• Soundproofed Windows
• Fire Extinguishers
• Room Cleaning
• Multilingual Staff
• In-Room Tea and Coffee Makers
• Blackout Curtains
• Carpeted/Laminate Flooring
• Turndown Service
• Beach Towel Service
• Pool Towel Service
• 4 Outdoor Pools
• Indoor Pool (heated)
• Children’s Pool
• Sunbathing Deck
• Furnished Pool Areas – sun loungers, parasols (umbrellas), green spaces, etc.
• In-Room Dining Available
• Child-Friendly Dining Options
• Special Diet Considerations (upon prior request and availability)
• Monte Verde Restaurant (buffet and à la carte)
• Panoramic Bar
• Poolside Snack Bar
• Snacks and Beverages
• Al-hamma Spa and Wellness Centre – Thalasso facial treatments, body wraps and scrubs, face and skin treatments, sauna, beauty services, steam room, Jacuzzi (hot tub), Turkish bath (hammam), etc.
• Professional Massages (at spa) – sports, hot stone, cranium-facial, lymphatic drainage, reflexology, etc.
• Gym (fitness centre)
• Sports Facilities – snooker table, squash, table tennis, bowling, tennis court, etc.
• Bicycling and Mountain Biking Nearby
• Water Sports at the Beach
• Games Room
• Business Centre
• Computer Station with Internet
• Highchairs for Kids
• Private Patios and Balconies
• Common Leisure Rooms
• Lounge Areas
• Sun Terrace (solarium)
• Rooftop Terrace
• Garden Areas
• Outdoor Furniture
• Shared TV Room
• Mini Market (supermarket)
• Currency Exchange
• Taxi Booking
• Bicycle Hire

Pool & Beach Area

There are 4 beautiful outdoor pools at Cerro Mar Atlântico in Albufeira and one heated indoor pool for adults to relax in. There’s a separate shallow-water pool for children, allowing them to enjoy a safe time. The sunbathing deck and pool areas are furnished with comfy sunbeds, sunshade, green areas, and a poolside snack bar. Guests at Hotel Cerro Mar Atlantico can also head down to the beach, located only a few hundred metres away, for a quiet time by the sea. The property offers pool and beach towels, most likely in exchange for a small deposit. There are water sports to be enjoyed at the beach.

Food & Drink

The Monte Verde restaurant at Cerro Mar Atlântico offers buffet and à la carte options in serene settings, with plenty of options for children and guests with food intolerances or special preferences (upon request and availability). There’s also a panoramic bar and a poolside snack bar, each offering an extensive choice of drinks and refreshments. Additionally, guests renting apartments at Cerro Mar Atlantico, the Algarve, have access to fully-equipped kitchenettes to plan their own meals, which is highly convenient for those with particular tastes or kids who may be fussy eaters.

• Monte Verde Restaurant (buffet and à la carte)
• Panoramic Bar
• Poolside Snack Bar

Sports, Spa, & Leisure

As listed in many Cerro Mar Atlantico reviews, there are ample sports activities at the property, including squash and tennis courts, a pool table (billiards), a games room, and a bowling alley. There’s a contemporary fitness centre/gym onsite for those who prefer more traditional workouts during their Albufeira holiday. Guests can also enjoy mountain biking and bicycling around the hotel for active stays, thanks to several picturesque trails in the vicinity.

The Al-hamma Spa facility at Cerro Mar Atlântico**** offers optimal relaxation with a range of professional massages (hot stone, sports, cranial, etc.), a sauna, Jacuzzi, Turkish bath, steam rooms, and beauty services. The hotel also has several landscaped garden areas, shared relaxation lounges and leisure rooms, and outdoor furniture for guests to unwind in peace. There’s a posh business centre and computer station catering to business needs.

Additional Information

• Cerro Mar Atlantico, Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal, is perfect for couples, families with children, honeymooners, and adults-only groups seeking budget-friendly self-catering holidays.
• The property also offers half-board and bed-and-breakfast packages (subject to change), with anything extra available for a reasonable supplement.
• Extra beds and cots may not be available at this top Albufeira property, as it already features apartments with a capacity for multiple guests (families). You may need to book additional rooms/apartments if travelling in a large group. 
• Pets are not allowed at Cerro Mar Atlantico, Albufeira, so it’s essential to make enough arrangements for your pets to be cared for by reliable experts back at home during your absence.
• Special assistance requests for specific apartments or rooms, delayed check-out, extra beds, child-friendly meals, imported/branded drinks, early check-in, and more are subject to policy, availability, and extra costs.
• The Cerro Mar Atlântico prices available now may be revised without any prior notice whatsoever as per hotel policy, changes in local tourist taxes, and other relevant reasons.
• All travellers seeking stays at this top aparthotel are advised to check the latest room prices and other possible expenses of a holiday here, to ensure they get the best deal for their Albufeira holiday booking.
• Different policies for refund, payment, booking, and cancellation may apply when you secure multiple (more than two, usually) accommodation units at a time, so review these carefully to know the final cost.
• There may be a Cerro Mar Atlantico deposit to pay at the time of check-in (most likely refundable), and the property’s friendly staff may also ask you for copies of a valid government-issued photo ID card as proof of legal age and identity. Your passport or a valid driver’s license is usually sufficient for this purpose.
• The helpful staff at Cerro Mar Atlântico are proficient in Portuguese, English, and French, making the stay more enjoyable for international visitors fluent in these languages.
• Some perks at this sought-after beachfront spa hotel are chargeable, including anything extra from the Cerro Mar Atlantico menu beyond the specific board basis you book, room service, laundry, tours, parking, etc.
• Aparthotel Cerro Mar Atlantico accepts payment in Visa and possibly other major international credit cards. The seafront hotel most probably does not accept payment in cash (any currency), so seek clarity on this and come prepared likewise.
• All additional charges for added services you incur during your sojourn and applicable local tourism taxes on your holiday to Albufeira are payable at Cerro Mar Atlantico locally.

Address

Cerro Mar Atlantico location is Rua António Aleixo, Albufeira City Centre, 8200-091 Albufeira, Algarve, Portugal.