Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and 3 outdoor pools

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NAU Sao Rafael Atlantico offers a peaceful escape near Albufeira Old Town Square. Guests savor Portuguese cuisine with ocean views at the two on-site restaurants, while the pools provide perfect relaxation spots. The spa completes the experience with rejuvenating treatments.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
The current price is €130
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov

Room options

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Premium Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
Furnished balcony
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

Room, 2 Single Beds (Essential)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
Furnished balcony
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
  • 61 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
Furnished balcony
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Park view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
Furnished balcony
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Pool View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
Furnished balcony
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 1 King Bed, Sea View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
Furnished balcony
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds, Accessible

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
Furnished balcony
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Premium Room, 2 Single Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Pillow menu
Renovated in 2025
Furnished balcony
Soundproofed rooms
Air-conditioning
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Pillow menu
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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About the area

Map
Sesmarias, Albufeira, 8200-613

What's nearby

  • Sao Rafael Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Albufeira Marina - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Peneco Beach - 5 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Albufeira Old Town Square - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • The Strip - 9 min drive - 5.8 km

Getting around

  • Albufeira - Ferreiras Station - 17 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Gate 4 café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Fat Cats - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪el barrio - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Spar - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Nosolo Italia - ‬2 min drive

About this property

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG

Luxury hotel remodelled in 2025 and located near Sao Rafael Beach
Located close to Albufeira Marina, Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG provides a poolside bar, concerts and live shows and a terrace. Treat yourself to a facial, a body wrap or a body scrub at Wellness Hub Atlântico, the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, light fare and Portuguese cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a coffee shop/cafe and a garden.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • 3 outdoor pools and an indoor pool, along with sunloungers and pool umbrellas
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), self-parking (surcharge) and wedding services
  • A vending machine, multilingual staff and massage treatment rooms
  • A front desk safe, a reception hall and a lift
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 149 rooms feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, as well as thoughtful touches, such as furnished balconies and pillow menus.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • 40-inch HDTVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and desks

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Biosphere – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 10 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Secured, covered parking on site (EUR 5 per day)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 35 for adults and EUR 17.50 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Marés
  • Sombra
  • Terra
  • Zenite

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Concerts/live shows
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • 3 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 15 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre (4,413 square foot of space)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot tub
  • Massage
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Treatment room
  • Turkish bath

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2009
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - May 2025
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Espresso maker
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Guests booked in breakfast included rate plans receive breakfast for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Breakfast fees apply for additional guests.
Guests booked in dinner included rate plans receive dinner for up to 2 adults who are sharing a guestroom. Dinner fees apply for additional guests.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets stay for free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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 to 31 March, EUR 0.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April to 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately EUR 35 for adults and from EUR 17.50 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: EUR 5 per day
  • Facilities fee: EUR 40 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna; spa; swimming pool

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property registration number 7284
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

Pool access available from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Atlantic Sao Rafael Hotel
Hotel Atlantic Sao Rafael
Hotel Sao Rafael Atlantic
Rafael Atlantic
Rafael Atlantic Hotel
Sao Atlantic Rafael Hotel
Sao Rafael Atlantic
Sao Rafael Atlantic Albufeira
Sao Rafael Atlantic Hotel
Sao Rafael Atlantic Hotel Albufeira
São Rafael Atlântico Hotel Albufeira
São Rafael Atlântico Hotel
São Rafael Atlântico Albufeira
São Rafael Atlântico

Frequently asked questions

Does Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool, 3 outdoor pools and a children's pool. Pool access is from 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG?

As of 8 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG on 17 Nov 2025 start from €130.00, 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.

Is Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG?

Self-parking is available for EUR 5 per day. There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG?

Checkout is at noon.

Where is Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG located?

Nestled on the beach, this Albufeira hotel is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) from Sao Rafael Beach and 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from Albufeira Old Town Square. Arrifes Beach and Coelha Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

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Reviews

Kimpton Atlântico Algarve by IHG Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

9.4

Eco-friendliness

9.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 58 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 76 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Manhal

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing place
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing hotel, staff were very helpful, polite and welcoming. Hotel grounds are absolutely beautiful and the rooms were stunning! Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

LeeAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really friendly and accommodating. Grounds were well maintained and beautiful. Great experience
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siobhan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This place is one in a million, very stunning views,
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel. Will stay there again next time I am in Algarve
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chetan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, great spa but some facilities were not working.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stefany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice Hotel with a nice Design. Foodwise the breakfast was amazing. But they could offer more options at the pool Bar
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Livia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at Kimpton Atlântico Algarve was incredible. Our room looked brand new and the garden view was stunning. The staff were very accommodating and the service was amazing. The amenities this hotel offered were incredible as well. If you are looking for a relaxing 5 star hotel holiday, this is the right place. We would definitely come back!
Pathway down to the beach
Hotel Room Garden View
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Thorge

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Service could be better.
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional resort! Bed and bedding is 5 stars, and the garden view rooms are beyond beautiful. My highest recommendation!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Christina

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Check in wasn’t the smoothest and one of the staff snapped at me when I followed up on a possible room upgrade. I did share feedback with the hotel and they promptly apologised. Appreciate it’s a fairly new hotel but that put me off adding breakfast to my booking for the duration of my stay and spa day as I’d intended. The hotel itself is beautiful and the majority of staff were accommodating. A shame that the first encounter put a damper on things especially with it being a birthday trip and first time in Algarve. On a positive note the hotel shared that feedback has been shared with the team to improve guest services so that’s positive.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely new property with beautiful decor and facilities however need more staff who are properly trained to provide a 5 star service. Breakfast service awful with tables left dirty and plates not cleared. Had to ask many times for coffee. Also pool service not great.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Newly refurbished hotel. Still some building works going on but this wasn't a problem. Staff were helpful but many obviously new to the service industry with a bit to learn still. The gym was very good and we used this every day. Very clean everywhere. Very good breakfast choices but the hot food was consistently cold, not helped by no warmed plates. Would I return - yes.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sophia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The pool area and outside is gorgeous and perfect to chill in with three pools and a variety of sun loungers, athough it can get busy. Having said that the pool staff are so good, patient and fairly quick even when it is busy. However, I think sometimes other areas like reception were not always as efficient and sometimes took a really long time to answer calls. breakfast was nice but if you are vegetarian and don't eat eggs, I found hot options very limited. It is easy to make these and make them tasty, with not too much effort. For example, make scrambled tofu instead of eggs or even have some has browns or avocado on toast. We were limited in this respect. Overall a lovely hotel but not quite 5 stars.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ivana

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
The property was brand new when I visited - with trendy interiors, lovely rooms and near the sea. However, it felt like the hotel was running itself, I've never seen anything like that. The breakfast was packed withstaff wondering around not knowing what they were doing, we would schedule a fitness class and the instructors wouldn't show up, no one had a clue if yoga should be booked or not...it's just a never ending list. We were even lied that the instructor was ill (after no one bothered informing us that the class is not happening) and although we were promised they would schedule a class for the next day and call us, that never happened. The conciarge was lovely and tried helping but she can't run the whole hotel in addition to her regular job. Pools were lively but the number of sunbeds and sun umbrellas were way too low for the number of guests (all the sunbeds would be taken before 10am), I even saw people getting into a physical flight about them - staff didn't react even then, although I asked them to intervene. All in all, a lovely property but completely mismanaged which would probably prevent me from coming back as I don't need all this stress on holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haitham

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, excellent staff and excellent beach spot.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

jane Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel and grounds are superb. However the swimming pools are prohibitively cold, most guests fold they could not swim. Housekeeping did an excellent job, especially Rosie. The gym is great and the spa area was kept clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A plush modern hotel with superb design features and warm colour scheme. Very large and comfortable room. I enjoyed a complimentary glass of procesco which was very welcoming. The staff were all very helpful and friendly. I consider $35 each morning excessive for breakfast. I opted for room service on a couple of occasions which was excellent - good in room breakfast and 24/7 menu. The pool bar for lunch was good as too was the rooftop bar. Whilst I found the food offered in the restaurant was of high quality I feel the menu was very limited for choice. A little disappointed that the other restaurant was closed as I think another dining option is needed. The gardens surrounding the hotel were attractive with a gate leading down to a very nice beach area complete with a good beach bar for lunch and drinks. A very interesting day trip was organised by the hotel which was delightful. I enjoyed my stay in idyllic surroundings.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent hotel
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

johannes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Heerlijke plek aan het strand (wel trappen lopen). Auto nodig voor wat dagelijkse uitjes maar gratis parkeren in de buurt of betaald in de garage. Ontbijt is uitgebreid en van goede kwaliteit. Uitstraling verbeterd na recente renovatie.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were super friendly, very welcoming & we’re always around if you needed anything. The hotel itself is in a nice quiet area, and you’re only a super cheap Uber away from the Old town, and Marina, both are also very walkable. There are some incredible restaurants around, some of the best food I’ve ever had. I can’t comment on anything past the breakfast at the hotel, as I didn’t eat in, apart from the breakfast as it was included & that was very good, starts your day off right. Beach was really quiet, so no fighting for a good spot or bed, overall I highly recommend it, I will definitely be back here and recommending it to all my friends. Thank you for a great holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, great location! Very close to a beautiful beach and the property was great. Rooms were spacious and very comfortable. The pool and lounges were amazing. If you want to be close to the strip this is a little further away but we were ok with that as this was a nice quiet stay. Hotel was a short walk to some great restaurants and decently close to the marina. Had a great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

rodney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well appointed and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anton

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Positiv: Sehr schöne Anlage. Zimmer sehr groß Gute Pools Negativ: Check in dauerte ewig Bitte immer Kosten prüfen (doppelt berechnet). Toiletten sollen renoviert werden (Geruch und Zustand ) Bar hat 0 Sterne verdient. Meine Frau bestellte 2 Cocktails, die nie bei uns ankamen.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025