Self-service laundry in Gambelas, Faro
Speed Queen machines from 9 to 18 kg, fast dryers, detergent and softener included. Duvets, a week's laundry or the dog's blanket — any time, no waiting.
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No detergent to bring, no booking. The machines are intuitive and the store is open around the clock.
Pick a machine
9, 11, 15 or 18 kg — from a backpack of clothes to a king-size duvet.
Load your laundry
Detergent and softener are dosed automatically. Nothing to bring.
Pay your way
Coins, notes, contactless card or app balance (MB Way supported).
Dry in 20–30 minutes
15 kg dryers, €1.50 per 10 minutes. Walk out with laundry ready to put away.
Clear prices, no surprises
Detergent and softener included in the wash price. No membership, no minimums.
- Detergent and softener included
- Same price any hour, every day
- Top-up bonus in the app
| Machine | Best for | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Wash 9 kg | One person's weekly laundry | €4.50 |
| Wash 11 kg | Couple's laundry, bed sheets | €5.50 |
| Wash 15 kg | Single duvet, blankets, towels | €7.50 |
| Wash 18 kg | Double/king duvet, curtains | €9.00 |
| Dry 15 kg | Any load, typically 20–30 min | €1.50 / 10 min |
Built for people with no time to waste
Commercial Speed Queen machines
Faster cycles and a stronger spin than a domestic machine. Laundry comes out almost dry.
Open 24 hours
Come at 6 am or midnight. The door opens, the machines are ready.
Duvets and bulky items
Up to 18 kg per machine. Wash and dry a king-size duvet in one visit.
Pet Corner
A dedicated wash-and-dry tower, reserved for pet items only. Your clothes never share a drum with dog hair.
Opposite the University of Algarve
Steps from the Gambelas campus and the student residences. Free parking at the door.
Clean space with Wi-Fi
Regular cleaning, CCTV, free Wi-Fi and a snack and drinks vending machine.
A machine just for your pet
A dedicated tower — 9 kg washer below, 15 kg dryer above — reserved exclusively for pet clothing, blankets, beds and soft toys. It never mixes with other people's laundry — and theirs never mixes with yours.
- Tower marked with the paw symbol
- Washers automatically sanitised on every cycle
- Same price as the regular machines — no surcharge
- Brush off hair first and choose a longer dry
All other machines are for human laundry only. For hygiene, pet items always go in the Pet Corner machines.
Run a business?
Holiday rentals, restaurants, gyms, student residences: dedicated terms for volume washing, invoiced, no coins.
What it looks like inside
In Gambelas, next to the University
Praceta António Vicente Campinas, opposite the University of Algarve's Gambelas campus. 10 minutes from Faro city centre and the airport.
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Frequently asked questions
Do I need to bring detergent?
No. Detergent and softener are dosed automatically on every wash and are included in the price.
How do I pay?
Coins or notes at the payment station, contactless card at the terminal, or with your Speed Queen app balance, which you can top up by MB Way or card. With the app you also earn points and the top-up bonus.
Is the store really open at any hour?
Yes — 24 hours a day, every day of the year including public holidays. There is no staff on site; for anything you need, message us on WhatsApp.
Can I wash duvets, blankets and curtains?
Yes. The 15 and 18 kg machines take duvets from single to king size, blankets and curtains. Check the care label: most synthetic and down duvets can be machine washed and tumble dried.
Can I wash my pet's blankets and bedding?
Yes. The store has a Pet Corner: a dedicated tower with a 9 kg washer (€4.50) and a 15 kg dryer (€1.50/10 min), reserved exclusively for pet items — blankets, beds, collars, soft toys. All other machines are for human laundry only. Brush off loose hair first and use a mesh bag if possible.
Get the app and start with bonus credit
Balance, points, promotions and MB Way payment — all in the Speed Queen app. Load €25, get €30.