The four star Vila Gale Albacora Hotel is situated in a renovated Tuna fish market, in the Parque Natural da Ria Formosa, some 1 kilometre from the beach (reached by ferry boat), and about 2.5 kilometres from the centre of Tavira, in the Algarve region of the southern coast of Portugal.

The accommodation, at the Albacora, comprises 157 rooms and 4 suites, each having a bathroom with hairdryer, and a balcony, and being equipped with air conditioning, satellite television, a direct dial telephone, a minibar and a safety deposit box.

The facilities, at the Hotel, include two restaurants, a bar, 24 hour reception, 24 hour room service, a laundry service, Wi-fi zone and five conference rooms. The Hotel also has a swimming pool, a children's pool, playground and mini club, a games room, a gym, and a Spa, offering various baths and treatments, with an heated indoor pool.

There are many shops, bars and restaurants in Tavira.

Board basis available at this hotel is bed and breakfast, half board, full board or all inclusive.