The Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort is a smart and modern luxury resort surrounded by championship-level golf courses on the outskirts of Vilamoura. While there's little within walking distance, the stunning red cliff beach of Praia da Falesia is a 10-minute drive away. Rooms and suites are attractive, with impressive amenities that include Nespresso coffeemakers and luxurious bathrooms, plus balcony daybeds. Decent dining, three bars, and range of pools makes for a self-contained stay, though one that can lack atmosphere outside of peak season. Shuttles to golf courses and Vilamoura's marina are included. For something closer to town and the beach, with a similarly sharp style, check out the Crowne Plaza Vilamoura, which has similar rates.
The Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort is a smart and modern luxury resort surrounded by championship-level golf courses on the outskirts of Vilamoura. While there's little within walking distance, the stunning red cliff beach of Praia da Falesia is a 10-minute drive away. Rooms and suites are attractive, with impressive amenities that include Nespresso coffeemakers and luxurious bathrooms, plus balcony daybeds. Decent dining, three bars, and range of pools makes for a self-contained stay, though one that can lack atmosphere outside of peak season. Shuttles to golf courses and Vilamoura's marina are included. For something closer to town and the beach, with a similarly sharp style, check out the Crowne Plaza Vilamoura, which has similar rates.
The As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa is an upscale apartment complex sandwiched between two 18-hole golf courses in the Algarve resort of Vilamoura. There's little else within walking distance, though a free shuttle ferries guests to the nearest beach and buzzy marina. Its 69 suites are have up to four bedrooms, and all come with simple decor, fully equipped kitchens, spacious lounges, and deluxe bathrooms -- all with jetted tubs. Adjoined to a Hilton hotel, much of the facilities are shared, including six pools, six eateries, an excellent kids' club, and one of the largest spas in Portugal. It all adds up to an impressive property, though those looking for a beachfront stay should check out the family-friendly Crowne Plaza Vilamoura.
The As Cascatas Golf Resort & Spa is an upscale apartment complex sandwiched between two 18-hole golf courses in the Algarve resort of Vilamoura. There's little else within walking distance, though a free shuttle ferries guests to the nearest beach and buzzy marina. Its 69 suites are have up to four bedrooms, and all come with simple decor, fully equipped kitchens, spacious lounges, and deluxe bathrooms -- all with jetted tubs. Adjoined to a Hilton hotel, much of the facilities are shared, including six pools, six eateries, an excellent kids' club, and one of the largest spas in Portugal. It all adds up to an impressive property, though those looking for a beachfront stay should check out the family-friendly Crowne Plaza Vilamoura.
The three-pearl Parque Mourabel Apartments is a smart choice for travelers who don't mind staying a 10-minute drive from attractions in Vilamoura. The property's 180 spacious studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments all come with full kitchens, living rooms, and some have balconies or terraces with garden views, but decor is bland, and not all have AC. All-inclusive rates are available, and there's a large outdoor pool and a full-service restaurant, through reviews are mixed. There's also evening entertainment, free Wi-Fi throughout, and a free shuttle that ferries guests to and from town. Travelers who want to stay closer to the beach and marina can consider Vila Gale Marina.
The three-pearl Parque Mourabel Apartments is a smart choice for travelers who don't mind staying a 10-minute drive from attractions in Vilamoura. The property's 180 spacious studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments all come with full kitchens, living rooms, and some have balconies or terraces with garden views, but decor is bland, and not all have AC. All-inclusive rates are available, and there's a large outdoor pool and a full-service restaurant, through reviews are mixed. There's also evening entertainment, free Wi-Fi throughout, and a free shuttle that ferries guests to and from town. Travelers who want to stay closer to the beach and marina can consider Vila Gale Marina.
The 383-room Tivoli Marina Vilamoura is an upscale resort situated between the marina and beach. Guests have direct access to the beach lined with loungers (fee), and are within walking distance of several restaurants and bars. Rooms are contemporary, albeit a bit underwhelming, with private balconies, flat-screen TVs, hairdryers, and Nespresso machines (fee), Wi-Fi, and minibars. Features include a spa with excellent treatments and lukewarm facilities, a bright atrium, four bars, and three superb restaurants, including a buffet breakfast with champagne. Family-friendly features include a kiddy pool, teen and kids' club, and playground. There have been several complaints of noise from marina bars and golfing groups, so those looking for a quiet escape or a lower price point should check out nearby Blue & Green The Lake Hotel across the marina -- but beware it's closed in December and January.
The 383-room Tivoli Marina Vilamoura is an upscale resort situated between the marina and beach. Guests have direct access to the beach lined with loungers (fee), and are within walking distance of several restaurants and bars. Rooms are contemporary, albeit a bit underwhelming, with private balconies, flat-screen TVs, hairdryers, and Nespresso machines (fee), Wi-Fi, and minibars. Features include a spa with excellent treatments and lukewarm facilities, a bright atrium, four bars, and three superb restaurants, including a buffet breakfast with champagne. Family-friendly features include a kiddy pool, teen and kids' club, and playground. There have been several complaints of noise from marina bars and golfing groups, so those looking for a quiet escape or a lower price point should check out nearby Blue & Green The Lake Hotel across the marina -- but beware it's closed in December and January.
Located right on Vilamoura Beach and a short walk from the marina, the 323-room Crowne Plaza is one of the most luxurious hotels in the area. Stylish rooms have elegant beach decor in neutral tones and with wicker accents, and feature free Wi-Fi, upscale bathrooms, and furnished balconies with great views. The grounds are sprawling and beautiful, with a large lagoon-style pool, big lawns dotted with loungers, and several restaurants and bars with outdoor seating. The spa is a highlight here, with an indoor pool, a great treatments menu, and a gym -- but there are fees for fitness classes and for access to the pool (common in Algarve). A kids’ club, a kiddy pool with water features, and a large ship-shaped playground keep children busy. Other top resort options include Hilton Vilamoura and Blue & Green The Lake Spa Resort, but neither are directly on the beach, giving the Crowne Plaza a significant edge.
Located right on Vilamoura Beach and a short walk from the marina, the 323-room Crowne Plaza is one of the most luxurious hotels in the area. Stylish rooms have elegant beach decor in neutral tones and with wicker accents, and feature free Wi-Fi, upscale bathrooms, and furnished balconies with great views. The grounds are sprawling and beautiful, with a large lagoon-style pool, big lawns dotted with loungers, and several restaurants and bars with outdoor seating. The spa is a highlight here, with an indoor pool, a great treatments menu, and a gym -- but there are fees for fitness classes and for access to the pool (common in Algarve). A kids’ club, a kiddy pool with water features, and a large ship-shaped playground keep children busy. Other top resort options include Hilton Vilamoura and Blue & Green The Lake Spa Resort, but neither are directly on the beach, giving the Crowne Plaza a significant edge.
The 266-room Dom Pedro Golf Resort is an upper-middle-range hotel a short walk from the beach and the lively Vilamoura marina. Rooms are clean and have expansive views, stocked minibars, and flat-screen TVs, but decor is dated, and extra fees for Wi-Fi and safes may be annoying to some. The outdoor pool is large and appealing, and the hotel has a private area on Vilamoura Beach complete with a restaurant, loungers, and umbrellas. There are also a spa with an indoor pool and a gym, several restaurants serving decent food, and kid-friendly amenities such as a kiddy pool, a playground, and a kids’ club. Sister property Dom Pedro Marina has lower rates and a similar location, but its rooms are a little more basic.
The 266-room Dom Pedro Golf Resort is an upper-middle-range hotel a short walk from the beach and the lively Vilamoura marina. Rooms are clean and have expansive views, stocked minibars, and flat-screen TVs, but decor is dated, and extra fees for Wi-Fi and safes may be annoying to some. The outdoor pool is large and appealing, and the hotel has a private area on Vilamoura Beach complete with a restaurant, loungers, and umbrellas. There are also a spa with an indoor pool and a gym, several restaurants serving decent food, and kid-friendly amenities such as a kiddy pool, a playground, and a kids’ club. Sister property Dom Pedro Marina has lower rates and a similar location, but its rooms are a little more basic.
Attached to the famous Vila Sol golf course, the 189-room Pestana Vila Sol is an upscale resort geared mostly to golfers. Its rooms are sunny and spacious, and have small flat-screen TVs, lightly stocked minibars, and free safes. Suites are housed in villa-style buildings, and feature furnished patios and stylish details such as exposed stone walls and wooden beams. The quiet outdoor pool is a favorite among guests during the warmer months, and the restaurant serves a decent buffet for breakfast and dinner. There are also a basic spa, a seasonal kids’ club, flexible meeting space, and an indoor pool complete with a tiny whirlpool. Those looking for something closer to the beach and the marina may want to compare rates at the Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve.
Attached to the famous Vila Sol golf course, the 189-room Pestana Vila Sol is an upscale resort geared mostly to golfers. Its rooms are sunny and spacious, and have small flat-screen TVs, lightly stocked minibars, and free safes. Suites are housed in villa-style buildings, and feature furnished patios and stylish details such as exposed stone walls and wooden beams. The quiet outdoor pool is a favorite among guests during the warmer months, and the restaurant serves a decent buffet for breakfast and dinner. There are also a basic spa, a seasonal kids’ club, flexible meeting space, and an indoor pool complete with a tiny whirlpool. Those looking for something closer to the beach and the marina may want to compare rates at the Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve.
The 243-room Vila Gale Marina has a great location a block from the lively marina and a short walk from the beach. Rooms have flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges stocked with water, and air-conditioning, but decor is plain and dated throughout, and Wi-Fi, though free, is spotty at best. Outdoor spaces are especially nice here, and there are a small but pleasant pool, a seasonal bar, and a hot tub. The small indoor pool -- complete with a sauna, a whirlpool, and a steam bath -- is convenient for the cold months, and free shuttle service to local golf courses is a great perk for golfers. The hotel also features meeting rooms, a kids’ club, and on-site parking. Sister property Vila Gale Ampalius has similar rates and better amenities, including direct access to the beach, a full spa, and a nicer fitness center.
The 243-room Vila Gale Marina has a great location a block from the lively marina and a short walk from the beach. Rooms have flat-screen TVs, mini-fridges stocked with water, and air-conditioning, but decor is plain and dated throughout, and Wi-Fi, though free, is spotty at best. Outdoor spaces are especially nice here, and there are a small but pleasant pool, a seasonal bar, and a hot tub. The small indoor pool -- complete with a sauna, a whirlpool, and a steam bath -- is convenient for the cold months, and free shuttle service to local golf courses is a great perk for golfers. The hotel also features meeting rooms, a kids’ club, and on-site parking. Sister property Vila Gale Ampalius has similar rates and better amenities, including direct access to the beach, a full spa, and a nicer fitness center.
The 156-room Dom Pedro Marina is a mid-range hotel with a great location between the marina and the beach. It largely caters to golfers, with free shuttle service to local courses, and a golf desk where guests can book tee times at special rates. The hotel is older and more functional than stylish, but common spaces are cozy, and the outdoor pool is a pleasant spot for a quiet day in the sun. The hotel also features a restaurant serving decent Portuguese and Italian food, a bar with lots of comfy seating, and several meeting rooms. Simple rooms have flat-screen TVs and fully stocked minibars, but some units don’t have balconies, and soundproofing is generally poor, especially due to the terra-cotta floors. Also, Wi-Fi is free in the lobby but comes as an extra charge in rooms. Families with young kids may want to consider neighboring sister property Dom Pedro Golf Resort, complete with a seasonal kids’ club and a playground.
The 156-room Dom Pedro Marina is a mid-range hotel with a great location between the marina and the beach. It largely caters to golfers, with free shuttle service to local courses, and a golf desk where guests can book tee times at special rates. The hotel is older and more functional than stylish, but common spaces are cozy, and the outdoor pool is a pleasant spot for a quiet day in the sun. The hotel also features a restaurant serving decent Portuguese and Italian food, a bar with lots of comfy seating, and several meeting rooms. Simple rooms have flat-screen TVs and fully stocked minibars, but some units don’t have balconies, and soundproofing is generally poor, especially due to the terra-cotta floors. Also, Wi-Fi is free in the lobby but comes as an extra charge in rooms. Families with young kids may want to consider neighboring sister property Dom Pedro Golf Resort, complete with a seasonal kids’ club and a playground.
The 375-room Vila Gale Ampalius is an upper-middle-range hotel with one of the best locations in Vilamoura: right across the street from Vilamoura Beach and adjacent to the bustling marina. The only other hotels with direct access to this particular stretch of sand are the pricier Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve and Tivoli Marina Vilamoura**. **The Vila Gale's sunny, clean rooms have air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and mini-fridges, and many feature panoramic ocean views, but decor is a little plain and dated, and bathrooms could use an update. The restaurant serves a varied buffet and tasty a la carte options for all three meals, and the indoor and outdoor sports facilities keep active guests of all ages busy. With a golf desk and free shuttle service to several local courses, this Vila Gale is a good pick for golfers, but those who prefer being closer to the courses may want to compare rates at Pestana Vila Sol Golf & Resort Hotel.
The 375-room Vila Gale Ampalius is an upper-middle-range hotel with one of the best locations in Vilamoura: right across the street from Vilamoura Beach and adjacent to the bustling marina. The only other hotels with direct access to this particular stretch of sand are the pricier Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve and Tivoli Marina Vilamoura**. **The Vila Gale's sunny, clean rooms have air-conditioning, flat-screen TVs, and mini-fridges, and many feature panoramic ocean views, but decor is a little plain and dated, and bathrooms could use an update. The restaurant serves a varied buffet and tasty a la carte options for all three meals, and the indoor and outdoor sports facilities keep active guests of all ages busy. With a golf desk and free shuttle service to several local courses, this Vila Gale is a good pick for golfers, but those who prefer being closer to the courses may want to compare rates at Pestana Vila Sol Golf & Resort Hotel.