Perched on a hillside above Albufeira's old quarter, the Cerro Malpique offers pleasant accommodation, with the majority of rooms enjoying very fine views. The location is quiet but just a 5-minute walk down the hill will bring you to the Old Town, with its wide variety of bars, resturants, and shops, plus a lively atmosphere after dark. This would be a good choice for couples or families. Guests should be aware that the steps down to the old town are quite steep, especially when returning to the property. The sea is some 800 metres (approximately half a mile) away, the centre of town, 600 metres, and the nearest mini-market 100 metres.