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Zenit Guest House

Property class: 3
3-star guest house near Olhao Harbour

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A wooden deck with a view of the ocean, featuring green seating and cacti.
A dining area with a round table set for a meal, surrounded by red chairs.
A rooftop pool with a clear view of the sea, a glass balustrade, and a lounge area with a chair.
A narrow cobblestone street with white buildings, a bicycle parked outside, and pink bougainvillea vines.
A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a painting on the wall, and a view of the outside balcony.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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rua 31 de janeiro nr 23, Olhao, Algarve, 8700-521
  • Place, Ria Formosa Natural Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Olhao Municipal Market
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Olhao Harbour
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Basic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Sea View

A person standing on a rooftop with arms outstretched, overlooking a cityscape during sunset.

Basic Double Room, Balcony, Partial Sea View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Partial sea view
  • 129 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Design House, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ensuite, Sea View

A bed with a heart-shaped towel arrangement and a purple blanket.

Design House, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Ensuite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 861 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, floral-patterned bedding, and a painting above the bed.

Design Double Room

  • Partial ocean view
  • 270 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Olhao

Close to the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the guesthouse, you'll find Olhao Municipal Market and Ria Formosa Natural Park. Parque Natural da Ria Formosa and Olhao Harbour are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ria Formosa Natural Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Olhao Municipal Market - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Olhao Harbour - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Parque Natural da Ria Formosa - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Falesia Beach - 39 min drive - 27.6 miles

Getting around

  • Loule Station - 22 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • Delícia de Olhão
  • ‪Ammar I Mar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Taberna D, Olhao - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chá Chá Chá - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Pizza na Pedra - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Zenit Guest House

3-star guest house near Olhao Harbour
Zenit Guest House offers its guests 3 outdoor swimming pools and complimentary bicycles. There are 6 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 6 beach bars and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces.

You'll find a business center on site. A rooftop terrace, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Zenit Guest House. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) and a beach shuttle are available for a fee. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Olhao guesthouse is smoke free.

  • 3 guestrooms or units
  • 6 dining venues
  • 6 bars on the beach
  • Built in 1900
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Beauty salon
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
Zenit Guest House offers 3 air-conditioned accommodations with private pools and minibars. Rooms open to furnished balconies. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 9 for adults and EUR 2 for children
  • 6 beach bars
  • 6 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Free bicycle rentals

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Doorbell and phone notification
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Sign language-capable staff
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Fenced private pool
  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar
  • Room service
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Printer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 16

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: EUR 25
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 1:00 AM
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your passport after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: EUR 10 per pet, per night, plus a deposit of EUR 10 per day
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for EUR 10.0 per day.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately EUR 9 for adults and EUR 2 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 15 per vehicle (one way)
  • Pet deposit: EUR 10 per day
  • Pet fee: EUR 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out fee: EUR 25 (subject to availability)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: EUR 10.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 32833/AL

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Zenit Guest House Guesthouse Olhao
Zenit Guest House Guesthouse
Zenit Guest House Olhao
Zenit Guest House Olhao
Zenit Guest House Guesthouse
Zenit Guest House Guesthouse Olhao

Frequently asked questions

How close is Zenit Guest House to the airport?

Zenit Guest House is 8.8 mi (22-min drive) away from the Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Zenit Guest House?

As of Aug 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zenit Guest House on Sep 9, 2026 start from $129, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Zenit Guest House have an airport shuttle?

Zenit Guest House offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 15 per vehicle, one way.

How close is Zenit Guest House to the beach?

This guesthouse is 11 mi (31-min drive) from Faro Island Beach and 14.2 mi (29-min drive) from Terra Estreita Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Zenit Guest House offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Zenit Guest House, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 9 for adults and EUR 2 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Zenit Guest House?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Zenit Guest House?

Check-in start time: 11:30 AM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM.

Is there free parking at Zenit Guest House?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Zenit Guest House have a pool?

Zenit Guest House features 3 outdoor pools.

Does Zenit Guest House have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 6 restaurants on site.

Does Zenit Guest House have a spa?

This guesthouse doesn't have a spa, but it does offer beach massages and mani/pedis.

How close is Zenit Guest House to downtown Olhao?

Zenit Guest House is 0.1 mi away from Olhao.

Zenit Guest House Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 13 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 13 reviews

7.2/10

Cleanliness

7.6/10

Staff & service

4.0/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

4/10 Poor

Kathy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
The property is not as presented. The house I stayed in was utilitarian at best. There were no amenities and the pool is off property. That being said, there was hot water and the bed was comfortable. When I checked in the host said “It’s not the Sheraton” and I agree. I would not stay here again and would not recommend it.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic little place to stay, highly recommended

This property was absolutely lovely. We booked late on our night of arrival, past 11pm, and the owner, Gino, was waiting for us when we got there. Our room was cozy, and comfortable, but the star of the show were the three private balconies outside. Overlooking the sea, with a great view, glorious sunshine and comfortable sofas, it was the perfect way to end an evening, and start the day. Speaking of starting the day, Gino’s wife Rose provides a fresh breakfast in the morning you can take in the balconies, full of fresh fruit, yoghurt, breads, meats and cheeses, along with tea and coffee and the best orange juice you will have ever tried! All in all, it’s a fantastic place to stay, and brilliant value for money. I’d recommend it to anyone staying in the area, you won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Rosemary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We didn't even sleep here. The pictures on the site are NOT what you get. The host didn't want us to come to the site and asked to meet us at a pizza place. She then asked to get into our rental car and we "drove" to the site which was down an alley with a bar outside with lots of drunk men lounging around. The property was dirty full of flies and the toilet didnt' work. She insisted that we pay and added extra "fees" to the bill which she claimed were from our CC company but were not. THIS IS A SCAM.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Whitney

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A SCAM! Do not book this hotel/apartment. The pictures online ARE NOT what you will receive. They will deceive you and scam you. We were due to come for a birthday and I asked if they could add extras. They charged me €30 for a cake and balloons and a cheap bottle of kids fizz. It was horrendous. They booked our apartment to another guest and told us we would be in a different place. We paid not knowing what we would receive. We arrived at the accommodation and there aren’t even photos of the place we were given online because of how terrible it is. The wallpaper was ripping off the walls, the kitchen was dirty, it was freezing cold even with windows closed and heating on; the beds were uncomfortable, it was dark and dingy and next to a café full of drunk men starting fights. The locks were not secure, the area was extremely difficult to park and load/unload luggage. When we told them we were not happy and would like to leave they promised a full refund, I sent my details and no refund. Now they are refusing to refund me at all. I didn’t even stay one night because I left and found a much nicer accommodation in a better location for the same price. I would STAY FAR AWAY from this hotel. A scam and you will not be treated with the level of service you expect. Disgusting service and attitude. He kept telling us to just wait and it was our fault for purchasing an apartment built on top of water? False advertisement and you’ll end up with a case with trading standards.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samia

Très bon accueil de la part de Gino et Rosa. Très propre et convivial. Très bon emplacement proche des services, restaurants et de plages. Je recommande fortement cet hébergement.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jan Erik

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Vanskelig å anbefale

Vi hadde bestilt et 3 ukers opphold på Zenith Guest House i februar 2024. Vi var veldig spent på hva ville få da vi etter bestillingen oppdaget at vi var tildelt et eget hus, visstnok på 80m2. Vi ble møtt på togstasjonen av en serviceinnstilt og hyggelig hotelleier. Fasaden på huset skilte seg også positiv ut i en litt grå gate midt i gamlebyen. Så langt var vi godt fornøyde. Dog likte vi ikke at vi måtte vaske sengetøyet selv. Dårlig tegn at man ikke en gang har ekstra sengetøy liggende. Etter å ha flyttet inn, viste det seg at flesteparten av de bildene som var i annonsen måtte tilhøre andre hus eller rom. Det burde vi selvfølgelig ha sjekket bedre før vi bestilte. Vi ble skuffet da vi så at soverommet og kjøkken var samme rom, det var umulig å se fra bildene. Videre lå det lå igjen brukte tannkremtuber og shampo fra tidligere gjester. Møblene på takterrassen var mugne og lite innbydende ut, i motsetning til det flotte bildet fra annonsen. Merkelig at eieren ikke bruker noen kroner på vedlikehold og utskifting av møbler når man først markedsfører seg med havutsikt, ref også ytterdør til takterasse som hadde glipe på ca en cm. Etter å ha fryst i et kaldt og fuktig hus, gav vi helt opp etter 3. natt da det dryppet vann fra taket på 2 steder soverommet. Vi tapte over kr 10 000, men nyttig erfaring. Kanskje greit nok om sommeren, men frarådes å bo her om vinteren og i regnfulle tider.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Romain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Une semaine au paradis

Nous avons reçus un très bel accueil de Gino dès notre arrivée à l’aéroport où il est venue nous récupérer. Arrivé à la Guest House nous avons une le droit de la visite du site . Ce situant dans le centre historique de Olhao avec un charme et atmosphère chaleureuse. Équipement parfait, le logement était impeccable propre. Même des bons produits tel que Rituals pour la salle de bain. Chaque matin un petit déjeuné absolument royal nous était préparé à l’heure demandé la veille par Rosé qui est rayonnante et pleins de bienveillance. Un vue magnifique nous attendait sur les deux toits terrasses de la Guest House . Le première phrase de Gino en arrivant au logement avait été « bienvenue à la maison » et bien en plus de la qualité d’un hôtel, nous avons eu ce sentiment d’être chez un membre de la famille comme chez un tonton et une tata . Vraiment au top, on sait régalé.
Notre chambre
La vie du balcon de la chambre
Petit déjeuner préparé par Rose
Une partie de la vue sur la table du rooftop du haut
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tobias

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfeita

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

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