Owners

Property management for short-term rentals (Alojamento Local - AL)


Fully customized management solutions.

We offer a 360º, tailored service designed to cover all the needs of your short-term rental property. We take on complete management, from strategic marketing and a warm guest reception (check-in/check-out), to specialized cleaning and proactive maintenance of your property.


Frequently asked questions (FAQs) for owners

Hassle-free short-term rental licensing.

. The short-term rental license (AL) is a mandatory legal requirement in Portugal. Without it, your property cannot be legally operated for short-term (holiday) rentals.


We handle the entire licensing process for you.

. Delegate the bureaucracy to us and ensure your property begins operating quickly and in full compliance with the law, saving you time and worry.

. We provide 360º strategic consultancy services for short-term rental owners who are looking to maximize their profits.

. Our mission: To help simplify the administration of your property by providing expert insights and specialized guidance in rental management, enabling you to achieve your maximum profitability potential.

. Competitive advantage analysis: We perform a thorough assessment of your property and the market to identify opportunities and ensure your property outperforms the competition.

. Dynamic market studies: We develop short, medium, and long-term income projections based on concrete data, ensuring an optimized pricing strategy and the sustainability of your business.

. The result: We increase your property's profitability and deliver visible, quantifiable results in a short timeframe.

Premium package (exclusive): Guaranteed income and 360º management


This service is the ideal choice for owners seeking maximum comfort and profitability without any operational worries. We take on complete management of your short-term rental, guaranteeing a fixed income and offering a premium experience to your guests.


Guaranteed income and exclusive terms

We propose the full purchase of the usage rights for your property during the high season, ensuring its profitability regardless of the occupancy rate.

  • Period: Covering the high season, from April 1st to September 30th.

  • Payment: The total agreed amount is paid to the owner in full upon signing the contract.

  • Usage: The owner may not use the property during the contract's effective period.


5*Star management and operational services

ALGARTUR assumes all associated logistics and operational costs, elevating the quality of the stay and enhancing the value of your property:

AreaIncluded services
Marketing & salesListing and optimization on major portals. Active promotion and marketing campaigns. Professional featured photography shoot.
OperationalizationCheck-in and Check-out Service (personalized). Professional laundry service. Complete and specialized cleaning service (including sanitization of mattresses, sofas, and air conditioning, among others).
Premium amenitiesProvision of hotel-quality white linen (sheets, bath, face, and pool towels*) and kitchen linen. Premium personal amenities and hygiene in partnership with RITUALS.
Legal complianceBooking management and mandatory submission of the guest information form (boletim de informação) to SEF.
MaintenanceALGARTUR own technical team for immediate assistance. External partners with guaranteed assistance within 24h / 48h.
Guests & support360º monitoring of the stay: before, during, and after guest departure. Transfer Service (Faro, Lisbon, and Seville Airports). Activity Partnerships: Access to external premium services (massages, car/boat rentals, etc.).
TransparencyDetailed property report (technical anomalies, consumption readings, equipment inspection).

Essential package (base): Optimization and booking management


This is our base service, ideal for owners who prefer to maintain operational control of the property but are looking for our expertise and strategy to maximize visibility and bookings.


Included services to boost your business:

  1. Maximum visibility: Listing and optimization of the property on major accommodation platforms (OTAs).

  2. Booking acquisition and management: Full calendar management, guest communication, and processing of reservation requests.

  3. Strategic marketing: Creation and management of promotional campaigns to increase occupancy rate and average nightly price.

  4. Professional image: High-quality professional photography shoot to highlight your property.

  5. Legal compliance (SEF): Service for submitting guest information forms (boletins de informação) to the competent authorities.


Owner responsibilities (In this package):

Under this model, the owner assumes the operational and financial management of the accommodation.

  • Revenue: Full payment for reservations is made directly to the owner.

  • Operations: Organization and coordination of check-in/check-out, cleaning, laundry, and maintenance.

  • Financials: Responsibility for issuing the invoice to the final customer and paying the commissions owed to the booking portals.


Commission terms:

  • The 10% commission is calculated on the base invoice value (before taxes) of the reservation.

  • The commission invoice is issued monthly to the owner, covering reservations that were completed (i.e., whose check-ins occurred) in the previous month.

    We are committed to your liquidity.

    Your financial peace of mind is our priority. We guarantee that your property income payments are processed monthly, ensuring a constant cash flow and eliminating the wait until the end of the high season.

    Comfort package: Total management and fixed prices per booking


    This model is the worry-free solution for owners who value income predictability. We take on 360º management of your short-term rental, offering the highest level of operational service and guaranteeing you a fixed value for every confirmed booking.


    Income predictability (fixed price per booking)

    Following an in-depth market analysis of your property, we propose a fixed price table per night or per booking. This model ensures the owner receives a pre-determined amount from ALGARTUR for each stay, regardless of the final sale price to the guest.

    • Payments: The owner receives the value corresponding to the confirmed bookings (check-ins completed) via monthly payment.

    • Transparency: Access to an online platform with the status of all reservations, expenses, and additional notes.


    360º management and premium service (table of included services)

    ALGARTUR manages all operational and marketing aspects, ensuring excellence of the stay and enhancing the value of your property:

    Service AreaWhat We Include
    Marketing & salesOptimized listing on major portals and active promotional campaigns. Professional photography shoot.
    Operations & logisticsCheck-in/Check-out Service (personalized). Specialized cleaning (including mattresses, sofas, and air conditioning). Professional laundry and provision of hotel-quality white linen (premium).
    Support & maintenanceImmediate maintenance with ALGARTUR own team. Guaranteed external assistance within 24h / 48h (partnerships).
    Guest supportFull monitoring of the stay (before, during, and after departure). Transfer to/from Faro, Lisbon, and Seville Airports.
    AmenitiesPremium amenities and personal hygiene in partnership with RITUALS, and access to external services (massages, car/boat rentals, etc.).
    TransparencyTechnical property report (anomalies, consumption readings, equipment inspection).
    Legal & fiscalBooking management and mandatory submission of the guest information form (boletim de informação) to SEF.

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