Set in lush gardens, the Grande Real Santa Eulalia Spa and Thalasso Resort overlooks the Atlantic on Santa Eulalia Beach, just one kilometer from the center of Albufeira, Portugal and 45 kilometers from Faro Airport. Guests may hire a car, scooter or bicycle to explore the surrounding area or arrange transport to the bus station three kilometers away Décor at Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort is contemporary, but inviting. Public areas feature shades of sand and chocolate, with comfortable sofas and tiled floors. Guests enjoy unwinding in the steam room after an energizing workout in the fitness center, and a well- equipped spa allows guests to experience hot stone massages and exfoliating treatments. The hotel features four refreshing pools, one of which is saltwater. Guests enjoy poolside beverages from two bars while relaxing on sun-drenched terraces. The hotel offers a range of games and activities for children, including a supervised miniclub, children's pool and playground. Business guests utilize conference rooms with modern audio-visual equipment and exhibit space. Dining options include seaside dinners at Pergula and a la carte breakfasts at Real. Guests interested in sightseeing appreciate on- site assistance from the concierge and a currency exchange service.

Guestrooms and suites offer colorful, contemporary decor in shades of terra cotta and blue. Bathrooms are complete with complimentary toiletries and makeup mirrors. Other amenities include premium television channels, direct-dial telephones, minibars, and dial-up Internet access. Spacious suites offer separate living rooms and equipped kitchenettes.

With a supreme oceanfront location and dazzling amenities, Grande Real Santa Eulalia Resort offers romantic escapes from the banal and routine.

Room Types:

Single BB Sea View:   Two twin beds or one double bed. Colorful, contemporary decor. Room leads out on to a balcony with views of the sea. Bathroom with bathtub/shower combo, complimentary toiletries, makeup mirror, bathroom telephone and hair dryer. Cable TV, direct-dial phone, air conditioning, minibar, and dial-up Internet access. Breakfast included in room rate.

Twin BB resort View:   Two twin beds or one double bed. Colorful, contemporary decor. Room leads out on to a balcony with views of the gardens. Bathroom with bathtub/shower combo, complimentary toiletries, makeup mirror, bathroom telephone and hair dryer. Cable TV, direct-dial phone, air conditioning, minibar, and dial-up Internet access. Breakfast included in room rate.

Resort Suite:   One bedroom with two twin beds and living room with one sofabed for one person. Kitchenette for self-catering. Colorful, contemporary decor. Balcony or terrace with views of the gardens. Bathroom with bathtub/shower combo, complimentary toiletries, makeup mirror, bathroom telephone and hair dryer. Cable TV, direct-dial phone, air conditioning, minibar, and dial-up Internet access.

Single BB Resort View:   Two twin beds or one double bed. Colorful, contemporary decor. Room leads out on to a balcony with views of the gardens. Bathroom with bathtub/shower combo, complimentary toiletries, makeup mirror, bathroom telephone and hair dryer. Cable TV, direct-dial phone, air conditioning, minibar, and dial-up Internet access. Breakfast included in room rate.

Twin BB Sea View:   Two twin beds or one double bed. Colorful, contemporary decor. Room leads out on to a balcony with views of the sea. Bathroom with bathtub/shower combo, complimentary toiletries, makeup mirror, bathroom telephone and hair dryer. Cable TV, direct-dial phone, air conditioning, minibar, and dial-up Internet access. Breakfast included in room rate.

Driving Directions: From Faro Airport: Approximate driving time is 30 minutes and distance is 40 kilometers (30 mil ). The Hotel town is at 40 kilometers from Algarve ¬the Capital|.