Vilalara Grand Hotel Algarve - Armacao de Pera
37.09928, -8.38022Overview
5-star Algarve resort with Portugal's first thalassotherapy spa, set on 11 hectares of gardens above Praia das Gaivotas beach
Wellness & Spa
Vilalara Grand Hotel Algarve pioneered thalassotherapy in Portugal, offering treatments with sea water and marine elements. The spa includes a sauna, Turkish bath, and hot stone massages, all overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Guests can also use the fitness centre and attend yoga classes on-site.
Dining
The resort houses 6 restaurants and 2 bars, with Coral Éden do Mar as the signature restaurant using fresh, local, and artisanal produce. Raízes Horta da Terra celebrates Portuguese tradition with seasonal dishes sourced from local farmers and fishermen. Opening days vary by season, ensuring menus change with the freshest ingredients.
Recreation & Pools
Five outdoor saltwater pools spread across the 11-hectare property, including one heated pool and several with shallow ends for children. Sports enthusiasts can use 3 tennis courts, 2 pickleball courts, and 1 padel court, all with equipment available. The beach, Praia das Gaivotas, is accessible directly from the hotel with sun loungers and umbrellas.
Accommodation
All air-conditioned guest rooms have private balconies that overlook the gardens, the sea, or one of the pools. Each room offers free WiFi, satellite TV, and a large seating area for relaxation. Suites are spacious and include separate living areas, with some featuring panoramic ocean views.
Family & Sustainability
Vilalara Grand Hotel Algarve provides a kids' club, a children's playground, and babysitting services for families traveling with young children. The resort is certified by Biosphere Sustainable for its environmental practices, including extensive gardens and eco-friendly operations. Nearby attractions include the Roman Bridge of Silves and Castle of Silves for day trips.
- Wellness: Portugal's first thalassotherapy spa with ocean views
- Dining: 6 restaurants & 2 bars using local and organic produce
- Pools: 5 outdoor saltwater pools including one heated pool
- Sports: 3 tennis courts, 2 pickleball courts, 1 padel court
- Grounds: 11 hectares of landscaped gardens with direct beach access
- Certification: Biosphere Sustainable certified hotel
- Family: Kids' club, playground, and babysitting services
Licence number: 3423
Rooms and availability
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 Single bed
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Max:3 persons
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Max:3 persons
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Bed options:1 Queen-size bed1 Double bed2 Single beds
Facilities
Main facilities
Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Valet parking
24-hour reception
24-hour security
Outdoor dining area
Poolside snack bar
Restaurant
Paid airport shuttle
Fitness centre
Saltwater pool
Heated swimming pool
Sports & Fitness
- Fitness centre
- Hiking
- Tennis court
- Table tennis
- Yoga class
Services
- Paid airport shuttle
- Valet parking
- Room service
- Housekeeping
- Car hire
- Laundry
- Dry cleaning
Dining
- In-room breakfast
- Restaurant
- Poolside snack bar
- Outdoor dining area
- Dinner
- Special diet menus
Business
- Meeting/ Banquet facilities
- Fax/Photocopying
Children
- Cots
- Babysitting/Child services
- Children's menu
- Children's play area
- Kids club
Spa & Leisure
- Saltwater pool
- Heated swimming pool
- Beach access
- Sun loungers
- Garden area
- Spa & wellness centre
- Sauna
- Turkish bath
- Steam room
- Pedicure
- Manicure
- Waxing
- Body scrub
- Facial
- Treatment room
- Body wraps
- Massage
- Pool with view
- Shallow end
Room view
- Sea view
- Resort view
Room features
- Free Wi-Fi in rooms
- Air conditioning
- Heating
- Mini-bar
- Sitting area
- Terrace
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Dining table
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
- Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Essential information about Vilalara Grand Hotel Algarve
| 💵 Lowest room price | 159 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 1.7 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 23.5 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Portimao, PRM |
Location
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- Nearby
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