This is centred around an apartment complex much favoured by tour operators. The area and the complex are some distance from the beaches and require a reasonable level of fitness or a car. The area, although relatively undeveloped at present (1995), is showing the universal signs of growth (cranes, building sites, roads and turnings that go nowhere). Again, at present, as it is some way from the main tourist area a car is worth having though not absolutely vital.

The beach - Praia Maria Luisa - has been recommended as the best (2000)

You might like to look at a travel agent's commercial pages for this area.

See also the surrounding areas of Albufeira - The Strip, Albufeira Town, Olhos d'Agua,  Vilamoura and Falesia.

Accommodation (A-Z)

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• Balaia Village Complex - 2002
  (June 02) "it's very well managed, the villas are hard to rent as may are owned and lived in, it has 3 pools, gym (at extra charge) and recently a nine hole par 3 golf course + range has been added. The staff are exceptional and the gardens are beautiful and of course its very convenient for Vilamoura/Albufeira etc.".
   

Eateries (A-Z)

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• A'veranda restaurant - 2002
  (June 02) "on the complex - is excellent for both lunch and dinner, their themed nights are Fridays, bar b q etc. are adequate. It's not a place for a a real late night but they are very hospitable and the service is very good".
   
• Praia Maria Luisa beach bar - 2000
  "The best beach bar in the area, serving great fish grilled on a barbeque, washed down with white wine sangria.  The beach can be approached from the side of Club Med Hotel, opposite Balaia Village.  It is well worth a visit".