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Located in Tavira historic center, next to the Roman Bridge, Formosa Guest House offers bright private rooms. It has free WiFi access in the most central square of Tavira. Each room combines modern and antique furniture, and some rooms offer balconies overlooking the Gilão River. Some rooms have a private bathroom inside the room and others have a private bathroom outside the room and even have rooms with a shared bathroom. The rooms are cleaned daily. There are two fully equipped kitchens per floor for guests to use, and Formosa's central location puts guests next to restaurants, cafés and bars. Breakfast service is available and served at a nearby café. Tavira Castle walls are a 3-minute walk from the guest house and offers beautiful views over the city. Inside the walls, guests can gaze at the delicate garden. Tavira Gran Plaza shopping center is within 15 minutes’ walking, while the ferry to Tavira Island is a 5-minute drive from the Formosa Guest House. Explore the natural surroundings and find Pego do Inferno waterfall, set amid a luxurious vegetation. Tavira Bus Station is 3 minutes’ walking from Formosa Guest House, and the Train Station is less than 10 minutes’ walking. Faro International Airport is 25 mi from Formosa Guest House.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Tavira, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8!


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
8.7
Cleanliness
9.2
Comfort
9.0
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.8
Free WiFi
8.6
High score for Tavira
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  • Steve
    United States of America United States of America
    Central location with 3rd floor view over the main plaza
  • Stephen
    United States of America United States of America
    Could not be in a better location. Perfect. In town center right across from the Roman Bridge. Exactly where you want to be in Tavira. The rooftop terrace is great. View from our window looking over town center and river is gorgeous.
  • Michelle
    Canada Canada
    The location was perfect right in the heart of Tavira beside the old Roman Bridge. The kitchen was very handy. And the staff were very helpful and responsive.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.2Based on 1,938 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Hi, my name is Paula. I’m a science teacher. I am renting out one room in a beautiful and quiet house in the center of Tavira with a beautiful view of the river and the city. Please feel free to contact me, I am happy to answer any questions you may

Property info

Formosa is a quiet house in the center of Tavira with a beautiful view of the river and the city

Languages Spoken

English,Spanish,Portuguese

Area info

Amenities of Formosa Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Airport shuttle
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
    Additional charge
  • Beach
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Airport shuttle
    Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Spa
  • Beach umbrellas
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Spanish
  • Portuguese

House rules

Formosa Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 3 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per child, per night
Crib upon request
€ 10 per child, per night
4 - 11 years
Extra bed upon request
€ 15 per child, per night
12+ years
Extra bed upon request
€ 25 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Formosa Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 9:00 PM and 9:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this guest house is located on the 2nd and 3rd floor of a building with no elevator. Please note that breakfast is served in a café located at a short walk from the property.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Formosa Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 21:00:00 and 09:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

License number: 11951/AL

FAQs about Formosa Guest House

  • Room options at Formosa Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double
    • Single
    • Suite

  • Check-in at Formosa Guest House is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Formosa Guest House is 150 feet from the center of Tavira. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Formosa Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Beach
    • Bicycle rental

  • The prices at Formosa Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.