With sea views and sleek designer interiors, The CS Sao Rafael Suite Hotel is a top class contemporary hotel set in extensive gardens 500 metres from Sao Rafael Beach, two kilometres from central Albufeira. The 101 air-conditioned guestrooms all open onto balconies with sea views and all include minibars, faltscreen satellite television and direct-dial telephones. Bathrooms have designer fixtures and telephones, designer toiletries and hairdryers. Decor is contemporary with soft vanilla tones, sleek modern dark wood fittings and oversized lamp shades. On summer days guests can sunbathe on the outdoor terraces and lawns and refresh themselves in the circular turquoise swimming pool, while children play in the adjacent splash pool. The hotel spa offers Turkish bath, sauna, hot tub and massage treatments to rejuvenate body and mind. Active guests can work out in the gym and cool off in the indoor pool, housed in a mosaic room with oversized windows offering garden views. The three restaurants, including a beach taverna, serve a range of international and Mediterranean dishes, and in the evenings guests can order up room service, or unwind with a nightcap in the bar before retiring to bed. A high- speed Internet kiosk is available in the lobby for those wishing to plan outings or check emails and there is also a business centre with meeting rooms. Free, secure parking is available on site. At the hotel guests can play tennis and keep fit with aerobics while children are kept entertained at the kids club and playground. Nearby activities include a variety of water sports 500 metres away at Sao Rafael Beach, Salgados golf course two kilometres away; and horse riding three kilometres from the hotel at Guia. Fees may apply. Albufeira centre offers cinemas, shops, restaurants and nightlife. Boat trips depart from the marina and families can enjoy the water park, three kilometres away at Guia. Faro International Airport is 45 kilometres and an approximate driving time of 30 minutes away.
