Anna G.
Ireland · Mon 6 Oct 2025
10/10
BusinessBest holiday in years
Pool was lovely and warm, beach felt private and clean, and the spa was a highlight. A few rooms could do with a refresh but ours was perfect.
Grand Bahia Algarve Plaza
Algarve, Portugal7.3/10 (1,749 reviews)
Holiday highlights
- Resort transfers in air-conditioned coaches
- Direct flights with hand luggage included
- 24/7 in-resort customer support
- Free child place available on selected dates
- Daily housekeeping included
- Free Wi-Fi throughout the resort
About this hotel
7.3/10(1,749 reviews)
City Hotel
Grand Bahia Algarve Plaza is a 4-star city hotel in Algarve, Portugal. Renowned for outstanding service, generous all-inclusive options and pristine pool areas, it's an ideal choice for travellers seeking the perfect blend of relaxation and lively entertainment.
Guests enjoy panoramic views, beautifully landscaped grounds, and a vibrant programme of daytime activities and evening shows. The resort's central location puts you minutes from the beach and the heart of Algarve, with countless shops, restaurants and excursion points within easy reach.
The hotel boasts 4 themed dining venues, multiple bars (including a swim-up bar), a tranquil spa and wellness centre, and dedicated kids' and teens' clubs. Premium rooms come with sea views, balconies and turn-down service. A 24-hour front desk, concierge, and on-site doctor ensure peace of mind throughout your stay.
Address
13 Avenida del Mar, Algarve, Portugal
Distance to beach
704m
Distance to centre
0.9km
Distance to airport
22km
Check-in / Check-out
15:00 / 11:00
Property policies
Photo ID at check-in · Quiet hours apply
Hotel facilities
- Currency exchange
- Concierge
- Daily entertainment programme
- Aquapark
- Car rental desk
- Mini-disco
- Animation team
- 24-hour reception
- Teens' club
- Lobby bar
- Watersports
- Garden
- Indoor pool
- Beachfront sunbeds (free)
- Fitness centre
- Wheelchair accessible
Pools & beach
- Waterslides for kids
- Designated children's pool zone
- Pool bar with light bites
- Heated outdoor pool
- Adults-only relaxation pool
Dining
El Sol
Tex-Mex
Open daily for lunch and à la carte specials.
World Kitchen
International Buffet
Open daily for dinner and à la carte specials.
Trattoria Bella
Italian
Open daily for lunch and à la carte specials.
Prime Cut
Steakhouse
Open daily for lunch and à la carte specials.
Family & children
- Children aged 0–1 stay free of charge in a cot
- Children aged 2–11 receive 50% discount on the standard adult rate
- Maximum 2 children per room
- Children's pool and supervised kids' club available
Property policies
- Check-in from 15:00, check-out by 11:00
- Photo ID required at check-in
- Resort credit card pre-authorisation may apply
- Smoking permitted only in designated outdoor areas
- Pets are not permitted
- Quiet hours: 23:00 – 08:00
Choose your room
All rates include flights, transfers, baggage and all inclusive meals.
Standard Twin Room
A beautifully appointed standard twin room featuring garden view, designed for comfort with 2 single beds and 22m² of living space.
Sleeps 2 22 m²2 Single BedsGarden View
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Blackout curtains
- In-room safe
- Daily housekeeping
- Free Wi-Fi
- Telephone
Total for 7 nights
£5,355
Non-refundable
Superior Sea View Room
A beautifully appointed superior sea view room featuring sea view, designed for comfort with 1 king bed and 26m² of living space.
Sleeps 2 26 m²1 King BedSea View
- Bathrobe & slippers
- Balcony or terrace
- In-room safe
- Hairdryer
- Mini-fridge
- Blackout curtains
Total for 7 nights
£8,050
Non-refundable
Family Room
A beautifully appointed family room featuring resort view, designed for comfort with 1 double + 2 singles and 32m² of living space.
Sleeps 4 32 m²1 Double + 2 SinglesResort View
- Turn-down service
- Premium bedding
- Bathrobe & slippers
- Tea/coffee facilities
- Mini-fridge
- Telephone
Total for 7 nights
£6,447
Free cancellation
Junior Suite
A beautifully appointed junior suite featuring sea view with balcony, designed for comfort with 1 king + sofa and 38m² of living space.
Sleeps 3 38 m²1 King + SofaSea View with Balcony
- Hairdryer
- Free Wi-Fi
- Air conditioning
- Telephone
- Complimentary toiletries
- Iron and ironing board (on request)
Total for 7 nights
£8,764
Free cancellation
Executive Suite
A beautifully appointed executive suite featuring panoramic sea view, designed for comfort with 1 king + 2 singles and 55m² of living space.
Sleeps 4 55 m²1 King + 2 SinglesPanoramic Sea View
- Mini-fridge
- Complimentary toiletries
- Balcony or terrace
- Iron and ironing board (on request)
- Turn-down service
- Air conditioning
Total for 7 nights
£8,785
Free cancellation
Your flights
Direct flights · operated by Emirates
Outbound · Sun 14 Jun 2026
10:30
LPL
Liverpool
2h 28m
Direct
12:58
ALG
Algarve
Emirates EMI5936 · Airbus A380-800
Return · Sun 21 Jun 2026
13:40
ALG
Algarve
2h 26m
Direct
16:06
LPL
Liverpool
Emirates EMI5142 · Airbus A380-800
Cabin baggage
10kg included
Hold baggage
22kg included
Cabin class
Economy
Location
13 Avenida del Mar, Algarve, Portugal
Algarve Beach · Beach0.18 km
Old Town · Landmark2.8 km
Marina · Marina2 km
Shopping district · Shopping0.3 km
Water park · Attraction3.5 km
What's included
Included in your package
- All applicable taxes and fees
- 22kg checked luggage per adult
- ATOL financial protection
- Accommodation as selected
- Return flights from your chosen UK airport
- Hotel meal plan as booked
- 10kg cabin bag per traveller
- Dedicated holiday concierge
Not included
- Optional excursions
- Tips and gratuities
- Travel insurance (optional add-on)
- Spa treatments and premium dining
- Personal expenses
- Resort fees payable locally (if applicable)
7.3
Customer rating
Excellent · 1,749 reviews
Based on verified guest reviews. 92% of guests said they'd book again.
Service
7.7
Cleanliness
7.9
Comfort
7.3
Location
7.5
Facilities
7.0
Value
6.8
Recent guest reviews
Tom H.
Sweden · Wed 5 Feb 2025
10/10
SoloWonderful transfer service and easy check-in
Lovely boutique feel, food was outstanding and the staff went out of their way for us. The walk to the beach takes about three minutes and there are loads of restaurants nearby too.
Daniel K.
Belgium · Sat 15 Feb 2025
10/10
SoloWonderful transfer service and easy check-in
Lovely boutique feel, food was outstanding and the staff went out of their way for us. The walk to the beach takes about three minutes and there are loads of restaurants nearby too.
Ryan O.
France · Fri 28 Nov 2025
8/10
CoupleKids had the best time
Lovely boutique feel, food was outstanding and the staff went out of their way for us. The walk to the beach takes about three minutes and there are loads of restaurants nearby too.
Daniel K.
Denmark · Wed 26 Mar 2025
7/10
GroupGreat choice for a relaxing getaway
We travelled as a family of four and the kids' club was a hit. Pool area is huge, plenty of sunbeds, and the entertainment in the evenings is the right balance of fun without being intrusive.
Tom H.
France · Wed 23 Apr 2025
8/10
SoloFantastic family holiday
We chose the all-inclusive option and it was excellent value. Drinks were generous, the buffet had genuine variety and the à la carte restaurants were the icing on the cake.
Cancellation & change policy
Free cancellation up to 70 days before departure. Standard scaled cancellation fees apply thereafter.