Only 1310 ft from Maria Luisa Beach, Balaia offers self-contained accommodations in a tranquil location among Mediterranean grounds. It features an outdoor pool, a nearby golf course and free parking. The serviced apartments at the Apartamentos da Balaia are equipped with cooking facilities and include a dining area and a lounge with satellite TV. Some open out onto large, furnished balconies. Breakfast is served all year round in the pool restaurant. From April until October, guests can enjoy buffets and barbecues with a selection of traditional food from the Algarve, as well as a snack-bar service. Popular Albufeira with its many clubs and bars is a 10-minute drive from da Balaia Apartamentos. On request, the staff can also organize a shuttle service from Faro International Airport, 19 miles away.