Epic Sana Algarve
Albufeira, Portugal
Overview
Epic Sana is a chic hotel located along the golden coastline of the Algarve. Set away amidst pine forests and overlooking the beaches below, it offers the perfect place to escape and relax. The resort centres around the Sayanna Wellness Centre which takes inspiration from Oriental holistic treatments. Here you can enjoy a range of spa treatments and make the most of the 24-hour gym. The hotel has five outdoor swimming pools and an indoor swimming pool as well as three restaurants and two bars so you have plenty of choice here. Come here for a rejuvenating beach and wellness holiday.
When to go
What we love
- The beautiful location overlooking the Algarve coastline and the direct access down to Falésia beach
- It's really easy to get to (a 2.5 hour flight followed by 40 min drive) so you can start your wellbeing holiday as soon as possible
- The huge Sayanna Wellness Spa & Fitness Centre which offers a variety of spa treatments and therapies including the Vichy water treatments.
Who should go
- If you want to combine a luxury beach holiday with a relaxing spa holiday
- Families are very welcome here and the kids will love the range of wellness activities available in the kid’s club
- Yogis will love the dedicated yoga programme.
Offers
- Wellbeing Escapes Exclusive Benefits:
- - 1 Free Personal Training session per person (60 minutes) – min stay 3 nights, with pre-purchased Wellbeing Booster programme or B&B but at least one spa treatment must be pre-booked
- - Spa Credit voucher €50 per person – min stay 5 nights and with pre-purchased Sayanna Escape package
- - Spa Credit voucher €75 per person – min stay 7 nights and with pre-purchased Sayanna Escape package
- - Repeat clients returning to Epic Sana: the above extra’s + room upgrade to Deluxe ocean facing room (subject to availability)
- Special offer:
- Free upgrade to half board
- - for stays between now and 4 June, book by 30 April
- - for stays in deluxe resort side, pool side, ocean side, deluxe garden suite and so suite
Wellness
The Sayanna Welless Spa & Fitness Centre is at the heart of Epic Sana. Strongly inspired by oriental treatments, the spa invites you to improve the wellbeing of your mind and body and offers a range of spa therapies including Vichy water treatments and relaxing massages. The spa is strictly for over 16’s only.
Please note that we only advertise a selection of spa programmes. Epic Sana's signature retreats are also possible to book. These are 7 night retreats and you can choose from: De-stress, Yoga, Reshape, Mindfulness and Body&soul detox. Please contact us for more details.
Facilities include 8 treatment rooms, a Vichy shower room, sauna, Turkish bath, indoor spa relaxation pool (adults only), another indoor swimming pool and a fitness centre (open 24 hours a day).
- Hot stone massage
- Anti-aging treatment
- Slimming treatment
- Purifying facial
- Sayanna detoxifying treatment
- Deep Kincho massage
Activities
- Swim some lengths in the swimming pool
- Head down to the beach
- Rent a bike and go for a cycle
- Guests have access to special green fees in golf courses close to the hotel
- Explore the beautiful beaches in the Algarve
- Boat tours
- Horse riding
Typical Group Classes
- Yoga
- Pilates
- Stretching
- Bootcamp
- Cycling
- Core power
- Circuit training
- Tabata
Sample Weekly Class Schedule
Please note - Classes are subject to change and seasonal adjustmentsRooms
There are 229 rooms and suites in total including 162 rooms, 24 garden suites and 43 resort suites and ranging from Deluxe to Deluxe Suites. All rooms have a modern design and state-of-the-art facilities and all enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi.
This room is 32m2 and can accommodate up to 2 adults. They are in the main building.
The rooms have a king-size bed or twin beds with a private balcony or decking terrace overlooking the resort and gardens.
They have a private en-suite bathroom with shower (walk-in/rain shower) and a bathtub.
Facilities include hairdryer, complimentary Wi-Fi, bathrobe and slippers, LED screen TV, digital TV channels, telephone, coffee machine, mini-bar, air-conditioning and safe.
This room is 32m2 and can accommodate up to 2 adults. They are in the main building.
The rooms have a king-size bed or twin beds with a private balcony or decking terrace overlooking the resort swimming pool.
They have a private en-suite bathroom with shower (walk-in/rain shower) and a bathtub.
Facilities include hairdryer, complimentary Wi-Fi, bathrobe and slippers, LED screen TV, digital TV channels, telephone, coffee machine, mini-bar, air-conditioning and safe.
This room is 32m2 and can accommodate up to 2 adults. They are in the main building.
The rooms have a king-size bed or twin beds with a private balcony or decking terrace overlooking the pine forests and Atlantic Ocean.
They have a private en-suite bathroom with shower (walk-in/rain shower) and a bathtub.
Facilities include hairdryer, complimentary Wi-Fi, bathrobe and slippers, LED screen TV, digital TV channels, telephone, coffee machine, mini-bar, air-conditioning and safe.
The SO Suites are 38 m2 and can accommodate up to 2 adults and 1 child up to 12 years old (on a sofa bed).
The studio’s include a bedroom with an integrated sitting area, bathroom with shower and fully equipped kitchenette. They also have a private terrace or balcony.
The suites have a king-size bed or twin beds plus an extra sofa bed for a child.
Facilities include hairdryer, complimentary Wi-Fi, bathrobe and slippers, LED screen TV, digital TV channels, telephone, coffee machine, mini-bar, air-conditioning and safe.
*Please note - there is a compulsory brunch charge for the SO Suites and Suite Home for stays until 10th October 22 and between 26 May - 07th October 2023*
The Suite Home apartments are 79m2 and can accommodate up to 3 adults (3rd person on a sofa bed) or 2 adults and 2 children up to 12 years old (on a sofa bed).
The apartments include a bedroom, private bathroom with walk-in shower and bathtub, an independent living room, a full equipped kitchenette and a spacious balcony or terrace.
The apartments have a king-size bed or twin beds.
Facilities include hairdryer, complimentary Wi-Fi, bathrobe and slippers, LED screen TV, digital TV channels, telephone, coffee machine, mini-bar, air-conditioning and safe.
*Please note - there is a compulsory brunch charge for the SO Suites and Suite Home for stays between 22nd May - 10th October 2020*
The Deluxe Suites are 64m2 and can accommodate up to 3 adults (3rd on a sofa bed) or 2 adults and 2 children up to 12 years old (on a sofa bed).
These suites are in the main building and overlook the Atlantic Ocean. They include a bedroom with private bathroom with walk-in shower and bathtub, a living room separated from the bedroom by sliding door and another bathroom. They have a private balcony.
The suites have a king size bed or twin beds.
Facilities include hairdryer, complimentary Wi-Fi, bathrobe and slippers, LED screen TV, digital TV channels, telephone, coffee machine, mini-bar, air-conditioning and safe.
What’s on the menu
The dining experience plays an important part of a stay at Epic Sana. Each restaurant has its own individual character and menus but there is one thing in common: only the best ingredients are used.
If you are dining on half board, breakfast and dinner is served in the Abyad restaurant. It can be served as buffet, à la carte or table d´hote depending hotel´s occupancy.
A nutritional full board (breakfast, lunch, dinner, min-morning and afternoon snack) is available to pre-book. Compulsory nutritional analysis must be booked for this meal plan (ask us for more information).
Location
For a lovely coastal cliff top walk you can walk to Vilamoura marina in 45 minutes for restaurants and boutiques.
Nearest airport
Faro Airport is approximately 40 minutes by car. There are plenty of flights to Faro throughout the year and the flight time is approximately 2.5 hours.
Families, Children & Infants
The ‘Little Star’s Kids Club is open for children aged between 4 – 12 years old. They offer activities such as team games, artwork, cinema, face painting, gymkhana, origami and cooking workshops. It is only open during the summer months.Reviews
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