Apartamentos Monica Isabel Beach Club
6.8 / 10
Palmprint
Our resort score · out of 10
Strongest on beach and value
Apartamentos Monica Isabel Beach Club at a glance
- Location
- Albufeira
- Guests
- All ages welcome
- The plan
- All-inclusive available as an add-on
- Setting
- Near the coast
- Guest rating
- 3.8 / 5 on Google3,759 reviews
- Best months
- Apr · May · Jun · Jul · Aug · Sep · Oct
- Pools
- 3 pools
- Airport transfer
- FAOAbout 39 minutes
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USD / room / night · 2 adults · 7 nights
- 1. Double / Twin Room - All Inclusive: view room details
- 2. One bedroom apartment - All Inclusive: view room details
Checked Sep 14, 2026 · Sample details
Dates shown are check-in dates. 2 of 2 rooms across 3 of 4 planned stay dates. Missing prices are not estimates.
Each price is a sampled rate, not a live quote. Select a room name above for its details.
This resort prices room-only by default; the all-inclusive plan is a paid add-on.
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Apartamentos Monica Isabel Beach Club
Things to know
before you go
This is a value-oriented beachfront aparthotel rather than a polished luxury all-inclusive resort.
All-inclusive is available, but breakfast-only and half-board rates are also sold.
The beach location is the main reason to consider it; room condition and service consistency are more mixed.
Hidden tips
Book an all-inclusive rate deliberately if you want meals and drinks included.
A sea-view room or apartment is likely worth prioritizing because location and views are the property’s strongest assets.
Things guests wish they had known
The best fit is budget-conscious beach access, not resort luxury.
All-inclusive drinks are served only at set times and from a hotel-selected range.
The property sells multiple board bases, so rate selection matters.
Strengths from our research
Direct beach access and walkable Albufeira location.
Apartment-style rooms with kitchenettes.
Good value for travelers who prioritize beach and location over finish level.
Other considerations from our research
Rooms and public areas receive recurring dated-condition complaints.
All-inclusive drinks are limited by time and hotel selection.
Crowding and service consistency can vary.
What guests say
Most loved
- Beachfront location
- Walkability to Albufeira
- Value for money
Most complained about
- Dated rooms and maintenance
- Check-in and service inconsistency
- Basic all-inclusive drinks and food variety
From Reddit
Recent Algarve discussion described Monica Isabel as a standard 3-star hotel with good beach location and food, while noting refurbishment work and remaining dated areas.
What’s included
The all-inclusive plan is an optional add-on at Apartamentos Monica Isabel Beach Club. These inclusions apply when you book that plan.
Included
- Premium & à la carte diningIncluded
All-inclusive page states breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks are included at established places and times.
- Wi-FiIncluded
Official all-inclusive page states unlimited Wi-Fi.
- Kids' clubIncluded
Official all-inclusive page includes children’s activities at the Kids Club.
Not included
- Airport transfersCosts extra
Official site links transfers as a separate service.
Included with limits
- Top-shelf liquorPartly included
Official all-inclusive page states selected hotel drinks are served until 11 pm.
Inclusions can vary by room category and season. Confirm your plan before booking. How we verify this
More resort facts
- Pools
- 3
- Value
- 7.5 out of 10
- Service
- 6.8 out of 10
- Beach
- 8.4 out of 10
- Dining
- 6.7 out of 10
- Rooms
- 5.9 out of 10
- Pools & Spa
- 7.0 out of 10
Confidence is high across the board except value, service, dining, rooms, pools & spa, nightlife and family, where the evidence is thinner.
Score breakdown, research & sources
How we scored Apartamentos Monica Isabel Beach Club
8 categories, scored from official sources and read against what guests actually report. Verified Jul 10, 2026 under Palmprint methodology 1.0.
The six that set the score
And 2 more we track
Confidence is high across the board except value, service, dining, rooms, pools & spa, nightlife and family, where the evidence is thinner.
Open a category
Value7.5Medium confidence
- Location Value
- 8.5
- Price Positioning
- 8.0
- Condition Adjustment
- 5.8
- All Inclusive Breadth
- 7.4
Service6.8Medium confidence
- Bar Service
- 6.6
- Housekeeping
- 6.8
- Staff Friendliness
- 7.1
- Check In Consistency
- 6.0
Beach8.4High confidence
- Swimmability
- 7.7
- Guest Sentiment
- 8.5
- Walk To Old Town
- 8.3
- Beachfront Access
- 9.0
Dining6.7Medium confidence
- Variety
- 6.6
- Included Meals
- 8.0
- Quality Sentiment
- 6.5
- Drink Limit Adjustment
- 6.2
Rooms5.9Medium confidence
- Space
- 6.6
- Comfort
- 5.8
- Condition
- 5.1
- Kitchenette
- 7.0
Pools & Spa7.0Medium confidence
- Kids Pool
- 7.2
- Pool Count
- 7.5
- Indoor Pool
- 7.4
- Crowding Adjustment
- 6.2
Nightlife7.6Medium confidence
- Bar Access
- 7.4
- Onsite Entertainment
- 7.2
- Walkable To Albufeira
- 8.2
Family7.2Medium confidence
- Kids Club
- 7.3
- Beach Access
- 8.2
- Apartment Layout
- 7.4
- Room Condition Adjustment
- 5.8
What it does best
- Direct beach access and walkable Albufeira location.
- Apartment-style rooms with kitchenettes.
- Good value for travelers who prioritize beach and location over finish level.
Where it costs you
- Rooms and public areas receive recurring dated-condition complaints.
- All-inclusive drinks are limited by time and hotel selection.
- Crowding and service consistency can vary.
Everything we read on Apartamentos Monica Isabel Beach Club
Restaurants & bars
Palmprint food score 6.7 / 10
- Buffets
- 1
International · Portuguese
No reservations needed anywhere.
Official all-inclusive page defines meals and snacks by set times rather than individual a la carte venue inventory.
Venues, opening hours and plan inclusions can change by season. Confirm your choices when booking.
Rooms & suites
The rooms in our seasonal price comparison.
| Suite | Occupancy | Size | Bedrooms |
|---|---|---|---|
Double / Twin Room - All InclusiveBack to sampled pricesRoom details for Double / Twin Room - All InclusiveOfficial room page describes studio-style accommodation with sitting area, TV, kitchenette, balcony and all-inclusive meals, snacks and drinks. | Sleeps 2 | 172 ft²16 m² | Not published |
One bedroom apartment - All InclusiveBack to sampled pricesRoom details for One bedroom apartment - All InclusiveOfficial room page describes bedroom with two beds plus living room sofa bed for two people. | Sleeps 4 | 301 ft²28 m² | 1 bedroom |
More room options (2)
| Suite | Occupancy | Size | Bedrooms |
|---|---|---|---|
Double / Twin Room with breakfastRoom details for Double / Twin Room with breakfastOfficial room page confirms breakfast-only rate is also sold. | Sleeps 2 | 172 ft²16 m² | Not published |
One bedroom apartment with breakfastRoom details for One bedroom apartment with breakfastOfficial room page confirms breakfast-only apartment rate is also sold. | Sleeps 4 | 301 ft²28 m² | 1 bedroom |
Occupancy limits and connecting-room requests should be confirmed for your party before booking.
Pools and the beach
Pools & waterplay
Official all-inclusive page states two outdoor pools and one indoor pool for adults and children.
The beach itself
Beachfront Algarve setting with consistent guest praise for beach proximity; Atlantic conditions may vary.
- Moderate water, swimmable most days
Counts come from the resort's own published information; the scores are ours, from the Palmprint file below.
Families & group stays
Bringing the kids to Apartamentos Monica Isabel Beach Club
What decides whether a resort works with children in tow, answered from what the resort publishes rather than from the brochure.
- Kids' club
- Supervised program
- Rooms that fit a family
- One Bedroom Apartment - All Inclusive, One bedroom apartment with breakfast
- Dinner reservations
- Walk-in everywhere, no app battles
- Can a family of 5 stay in one room at Apartamentos Monica Isabel Beach Club?
- Not in a single standard room: the largest stated occupancy at Apartamentos Monica Isabel Beach Club is 4. Families of five or more need two rooms.
- Does Apartamentos Monica Isabel Beach Club have a kids' club, and from what age?
- Yes. Apartamentos Monica Isabel Beach Club runs a supervised kids' club. Hours and age bands shift seasonally, so confirm before booking.
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Kids' club hours, teen programs and group availability all move with the season. Confirm the specifics with the resort for your dates.
When to go
Best months: Apr to Oct
Real seasons here: highs run from 63°F in January to 90°F in July, and the wet months run Oct to Dec.
| Measure | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average daily high | 63°F17°C | 65°F18°C | 66°F19°C | 72°F22°C | 78°F26°C | 82°F28°C | 90°F32°C | 90°F32°C | 80°F27°C | 75°F24°C | 69°F21°C | 64°F18°C |
| Rain days | 5 days | 5 days | 12 days | 5 days | 4 days | 4 days | 0 days | 0 days | 5 days | 11 days | 7 days | 7 days |
| Verdict | Cool | Cool | Cool | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Best | Cool | Cool |
Average daily highs and monthly rain days. Seasonal averages, not a forecast.
Getting to Apartamentos Monica Isabel Beach Club
- Nearest airport
- FAO · Faro Airport
- Approximate transfer
- 39 minutes
- Transportation
- The resort lists transfers at extra cost. Your package may differ.
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Destination essentials & trip planning
Beco do Forte de São João, Albufeira, Portugal · +351 289 599 200
Portugal
- Language
- Portuguese (English widely spoken in the Algarve)
- Currency
- Euro (EUR) – cards widely accepted
- Power
- 230V, Type C/F plugs (US devices need an adapter)
- Driving
- On the right
- Main airport
- Faro (FAO)
- Flight time
- ~7–9h from the US East Coast (often one stop)
Who it suits
Two of the 8 categories we score in the Palmprint file for Apartamentos Monica Isabel Beach Club; the full set is above.
What we'd book around it
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Fly into FAO, 39 minutes from the gate; round trips from about $666.
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An eSIM for the flight and the beach; Wi-Fi is included on the resort but stops at the gate.
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