About this property

Pension Bicuar is situated a 1-minute walk from Olhão’s waterfront and offers a rooftop terrace with panoramic views of the Algarvian mountains, the Atlantic and the Ria Formosa Natural Park. Bicuar’s charming rooms feature free Wi-Fi, a sink and shower. Toilets are shared for most of the rooms. Guests can make free use of the common kitchen, which includes a fridge, microwave, hob and kettle. Guests can visit the well known picturesque fish and fruitmarkets and admire the unique moorish cubic arch. The fishing village’s cobblestone streets also offer lots of traditional seafood restaurants and eateries. Guests can hop on a ferry and visit the islands just off the coast with their white beaches and clear waters. Faro Airport is 12 km from the guest house.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

  • Top pick by families with children


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Brilliant location but I knew that as I’m a regular visitor to Olhao
  • Julesdd
    Australia Australia
    Pension Bicuar was an excellent place to stay. It is situated in the old part of Olhao and central to everything - the waterfront, the ferry across to the beach, restaurants and cafes, a supermarket, and the train station. The accommodation is...
  • Mavis
    Ireland Ireland
    Full of character. Spotlessly clean. Great location. Excellent communication re late arrival process.
  • Claudia
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A proper old school hotel in the centre of the old town with an amazing roof terrace and a great shared kitchen.
  • Clairouf
    France France
    Our big highlight was the rooftop terrace with the view, it was the perfect spot for breakfast! The staff was friendly, the room was clean (my friend and I had our own room with a private bathroom). The location within Olhão was great and...
  • Angelina
    Bulgaria Bulgaria
    Location is in the downtown - very close to the marina. Staff is extremely helpful! Many thanks to Rafael that supported me during my stay, answered my questions and found a solution for my troubles.
  • Csorba
    Hungary Hungary
    Excellent location, cosy, traditional building. The rooftop is beautiful and quite big with separate spots. Kitchen is well equipped and organised. The staff is supportive, can answer all the questions, have recommendations for programs and flyers...
  • Maura
    Italy Italy
    Sounds an exaggeration, but it was probably the best room I have ever had in my life. Nothing luxurious, but in its simplicity it was just perfect. Clean and cozy, beautiful and an elegant yet simple style even in the smallest details.Comfortable...
  • Caroline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The staff could not possibly have been friendlier or more accommodating. The room was comfortable, the location was amazing, the terrace on the roof was lovely. Although I didn't use the kitchen, I did visit it and it was one of the best equipped...
  • Sarah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely place..beautifully presented. Super clean. Very comfortable bed. Think I had one of the best night's sleep of my trip. Great location. Easy walk to bakery and supermarket. Loved it!

Managed by Pensão Bicuar Aljamento Local

Company review score: 9.1Based on 621 reviews from 1 property
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Property information

As central as it gets, 120 meters from the waterline, we offer a beautiful Portuguese style accommodations. Narrow cobble streets, coffee houses and the true sprit of the Algarve. Our rooms are beautiful and comfortable. We keep our pension meticulously clean and we are always there to help. From our rooftop (we are one of the highest structures in the old town of Olhao), you will have a panoramic view of Ria Formosa, the old town and the mountains to our north. Hang out to enjoy fabulous sunrises and sunsets.

Neighbourhood information

Olhão is surrounded by ‘ilhas’, white sand island beaches, which protect the marshy lagoon, Reserva Natural da Ria Formosa, an environmental and conservation area for birds and marine life. The two main Olhão beaches are Ilha da Culatra ('Island of Culatra') and Ilha da Armona ('Island of Armona') The Islands are served all year round with regular ferry crossings from Olhão’s jetty a short 5 minute walk from Pension Bicuar Residencial. Ilha da Culatra is the bigger of the two islands. The western end of Ilha da Culatra ,with the lighthouse, is known as Ilha do Farol. The next ilha just to the west of Farol is Ilha Deserta, a beautiful island with nothing more than a stretch of beautiful soft sand backed by vegetation and a single restaurant.

Languages spoken

Arabic,German,English,Spanish,French,Hebrew,Portuguese

Property surroundings

House rules

AL - Alojamento Local Pension Bicuar takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
Check-out
From 07:00 to 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
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Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

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Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

License number: 42575/2017