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Downtown Alegria

3.0 star property
3-star Art Deco guest house perfect for exploring Tavira

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Terrace/patio
Design Room (3) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished
12-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Design Room (3) | Living area | 12-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Design Room (2) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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R. Dom Marcelino Franco 48, 1 Esquerdo, Tavira, Faro, 8800-347
  • Tavira Castle
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Roman Bridge
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Old Town
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Design Room (1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Design Room (2) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Design Room (2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Design Room (6) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Design Room (6)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Trundle Bed

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Design Room (5) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Design Room (5)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Design Room (4)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Design Room (7) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Design Room (7)

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Design Room (3) | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished

Design Room (3)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the neighborhood

Tavira

Heart of Tavira.Within a 5-minute walk of the guesthouse, you'll find Ria Formosa Natural Park and Alvaro de Campos Municipal Library. Igreja da Misericórdia and Praca da Republica are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Tavira Castle - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Roman Bridge - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Praca da Republica - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Old Town - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Tavira Gran Plaza Shopping Mall - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Tavira Station - 12 min walk
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzaria Mamma Mia - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Marisqueiras Marés Restaurante- Tavira-Algarve -Portugal - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Flavour Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gelataria Delizia - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Dawat - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Downtown Alegria

3-star Art Deco guest house perfect for exploring Tavira
Downtown Alegria offers its guests a terrace and a garden. WiFi is free in public spaces. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking is free. A complete renovation of Downtown Alegria was completed in June 2021.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Art Deco Tavira guesthouse.

  • 7 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1960
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Smoking in designated areas
Downtown Alegria offers 7 air-conditioned accommodations with complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 12-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels.

Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in June 2021.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Playground

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
  • Free uncovered self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Playground

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Hand-held showerhead
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 12-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 60 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)

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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit
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, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Property Registration Number 52064/AL

We should mention

  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Downtown Alegria Tavira
Downtown Alegria Guesthouse
Downtown Alegria Guesthouse Tavira

Frequently asked questions

How close is Downtown Alegria to the airport?

Downtown Alegria is 25.4 mi (39-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 Downtown Alegria?

As of Aug 29, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Downtown Alegria on Sep 7, 2025 start from $110.13, excluding 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 Downtown Alegria have an airport shuttle?

Downtown Alegria offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of EUR 60 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Downtown Alegria to the beach?

This guesthouse is 2.5 mi (9-min drive) from Terra Estreita Beach and 9.1 mi (24-min drive) from Manta Rota Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Downtown Alegria offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Downtown Alegria, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 10 for adults and EUR 10 for children. It's available every day from 8:30 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Downtown Alegria?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse, but Casino Monte Gordo (21-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Downtown Alegria?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Downtown Alegria?

This guesthouse offers free self parking.

Does Downtown Alegria have a pool?

Downtown Alegria does not have a pool.

Does Downtown Alegria have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Downtown Alegria to downtown Tavira?

Downtown Alegria is 0.2 mi away from Santa Maria e Santiago.

Downtown Alegria Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 38 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Oscar, Fairfield

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were in town and my daughter was able to visit us. However, our lodging was not able to accommodate her. We booked 2 nights here for here and it seemed great. I popped over and noticed she had a great balcony, with chairs, a large bed, and huge shower. On top of that the common areas, particularly the outside courtyard were really nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Rita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Juliette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mirsha, Sevilla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sonja K

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Room comfort
It was a nice looking place, in a very good location. However it was a bit damp, there had been a bit of rain the days prior and the bedroom had a cool damp feel and didn’t really warm up.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Guntars

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small, clean, quiet room at a great price.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Hilary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great Location

The property was very well situated in the Old Town. It was very clean. We know Tavira well and we were just looking for somewhere to lay our heads, so it was ideal. Some of the furnishings are now in need of an upgrade and a full length mirror and some cupboard space would have been nice, however, it met our needs. .
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

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

Great location!

We loved our time at Downtown Algeria. The location was ideal for exploring Tavira.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

We Didn't Stay!!

The photos are very misleading. When we arrived by Satnav outside of the door, we had to look around for the place, then we saw the smallest sign saying Alegria B&B and were being pestered by a drunk guy while we were ringing the property to be let in. The front door was dirty and a bit broken ... not a good start. The receptionist took quite a while to come to the door. Check in was after 4pm and this was about 4.15pm. We were shown upstairs to Design room 4. Everything looked clean, but so tired and dingy, including the bed linen. The double bed was the smallest that it could be just to fit in 2 side shelves. The bed looked like it dipped a bit in the middle and neither of us wanted to sleep in it. The door to the room was off of the shared kitchen and seemed very flimsy. We didn't even check out the bathroom. We didn't stay!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Gerard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place, would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katarzyna

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

Downtown Tavira

It is super clean! Great kitchen! Good bed. Nice little patio. It needs a sign downstairs which ring to use. There are few of them and you don’t know. Some boxes for sorting recycling would be good. Plus information what goes where. There is plenty of space under the sink, but there was just garbage there. I know, there are city recycling containers downstairs, but it is hard to run there with every single bottle or container. The result is, recyclable items finish up in the garage.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a lovely place in an excellent location! The host, Rui, was very welcoming and the staff is lovely. The room was good, bathroom is a little small for two adults to negotiate but we managed! Parking is about a 10 minute walk in a public parking space.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alvaro

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Alegría lodging is very well located close to main attraction in Tavira as well as restaurants. The property is immaculate and has all the amenities you need. Including a kitchen to prepare breakfast and lunches.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location was right in the center of town. The room was very small. No place to put your luggage. The room was clean and updated but compared to other hotels for same or less price, my room was very small and no breakfast was included.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

kirstin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Tavira is delightful! This hotel is cute! Right in the middle of town. One block from the beach ferry. Free parking a couple blocks away. Never stayed at a place with shared kitchen and courtyard. But it was super nice. Meet nice people over morning coffee. Got pizza next door at Mamma Mia, wine at the mart next to that. Ate it in our courtyard. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

McGowan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The place has been thoughtfully decorated and has a welcoming and homely feel. It is in close proximity to everything and a mini supermarket downstairs. The common area was always clean.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pete

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms and common areas - both indoors and outdoors :)
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a very nice guesthouse with shared kitchen and courtyard. Everything is very clean and the beds are comfortable. We had an issue with our first room which was resolved by moving to a different room. It’s close to the waterfront making it easy to catch the ferry to the beach. We would happily stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025