Vilamoura

Travel Guide
Falesia Beach which includes rugged coastline, a sunset and general coastal views
Yachts, golf, up-scale accommodation and restaurants: This purpose-built Algarve resort is a stylish retreat with a scenic waterfront.

Since the mid 1970s, the luxury resort of Vilamoura has attracted wealthy sun-seekers, yachtsmen, and golfers. This tourist complex covers 2,000 acres (809 hectares) in central Portugal. Vilamoura’s center is its marina where you’ll find the majority of the resort's high-end hotels, restaurants, casinos and nightclubs. These days, there are a few cheaper accommodation options for those on a tighter budget. Water-based activities around the marina are boundless chartered deep-sea fishing, water skiing, dolphin watching and parasailing are just a few. Another popular experience is the Algarve Seafaris cruise. This takes you out from Vilamoura marina along the coast towards Carvoeiro. Here, you’ll explore sea caves by dinghy, and get to swim in them. You may spot dolphins along the route too. There is a choice of two major beaches in Vilamoura. Praia da Marina, to the east of the marina, is a stretch of golden sand dotted with beach bars and sun loungers. Praia da Rocha Baixinha, to the west of the marina, has softer, whiter sand, and offers numerous watersport activities. Some people come to Vilamoura for the golf alone. There are a number of championship courses in the resort, including the Laguna, the Millennium, and the Old Golf Course. Note that handicap certificates are required for all.Be sure to check out Vilamoura’s handful of cultural attractions. Cerro da Vila, for example, is the remains of a Roman villa, located near Vilamoura’s center. Among the ruins are baths, fish salting stations, and remains of marble friezes and mosaics. There are many great day excursions from Vilamoura. The city of Loulé is a 20-minute drive, and has an ancient castle, plus regular markets and carnivals. Close to Loulé is the village of Alte picturesque scenes of whitewashed houses and cobbled streets await you here. The old part of Faro, about 30-40 minutes’ drive from Alte or Vilamoura, contains a number of beautiful historic sites.Peak season in Vilamoura is in the summer, between June and September. The average temperature then is 70-75 F (21-24 C). The closest airport is Faro, from where a taxi or shared minibus takes approximately 30 minutes to get to Vilamoura.

Where to stay in Vilamoura

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Aldeia do Golfe

When in Aldeia do Golfe, you can plan a visit to Falesia Beach and Dom Pedro Golf: Old Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Aldeia do Golfe
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Encosta das Oliveiras

While Encosta das Oliveiras isn't home to many top sights, Dom Pedro Golf: Millennium Golf Course and Dom Pedro Golf: Old Golf Course are some notable places to visit nearby.

Encosta das Oliveiras
Dom Pedro Vilamoura
Dom Pedro Vilamoura
4 out of 5
Rua Atlantico, Loulé
The price is €141 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
€141
per night
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (423 reviews)
Relaxing few days away
"A great stay. Can’t fault this hotel. Friendly staff, very clean room with Uber comfy bed. Best continental breakfast I had with lots of choice. Close to the marina. Would definetly stay here again."

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2024

Dom Pedro Vilamoura
Tivoli Marina Vilamoura
Tivoli Marina Vilamoura
5 out of 5
Apartado 65, Marina Vilamoura, Loulé
The price is €254 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
€254
per night
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (998 reviews)
"A very nice hotel"

Reviewed on 19 Mar 2024

Tivoli Marina Vilamoura
Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection
Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection
5 out of 5
Praia Da Falesia, Apartado 811, Loulé
The price is €256 per night from 3 Apr to 4 Apr
€256
per night
3 Apr - 4 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (999 reviews)
"Lovely stay. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 23 Mar 2024

Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Laguna Resort - Vilamoura
Laguna Resort - Vilamoura
4 out of 5
Rua do Zimbro, Apartamentos Turísticos Laguna, Loulé
Stay at this 4-star golf villa in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Popular attractions Falesia Beach and The Strip are located nearby. Discover ...
9/10 Wonderful! (117 reviews)
"The unit we stayed in was bright and airy, large patio doors, large windows, really distinct from conventional Portuguese builds. Loved the unit the setting was in a secure setting. The unit itself could do with more storage units for personal ware and more hooks to hang clothes, otherwise the kitchenette ..."

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2024

Laguna Resort - Vilamoura
Four Seasons Vilamoura
Four Seasons Vilamoura
4 out of 5
Rua da Holanda, 507, Loulé
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Falesia Beach and Dom Pedro Golf: Pinhal ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (594 reviews)
"Great proximity to Old Village and Pinhal golf course! The 2bd / 2ba apartment was spacious with a functional kitchen! Nice pools, decent gym and helpful staff round out the property!"

Reviewed on 18 Mar 2024

Four Seasons Vilamoura
Dom Pedro Portobelo
Dom Pedro Portobelo
4 out of 5
Avenida Tivoli, Lote H5, Loulé
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a children's pool. Popular attractions Falesia Beach and Casino Vilamoura are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (307 reviews)
"Excellent value for money friendly staff."

Reviewed on 1 Jan 2024

Dom Pedro Portobelo
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Vilamoura

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Top destination
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
14 Mar 2020

It is a beautiful resort, the long beach is fabulous. Would definitely recommend the boat trips to the caves and to the dolphins by AlgarveExcite - best boat trip ever and well worth the money. Vilamoura also has an array of beautiful restaurants

5/5 - Excellent

AlunJohn
29 Feb 2020

All that we needed - restaurants, pharmacy excursions - were within walking distance. A flat bike ride takes you out of the resort to explore.

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveller
18 Feb 2020

The town beyond the marina is nothing special. We preferred our hotel and the beaches nearby

4/5 - Good

Benjamin
18 Feb 2020

Nice place

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
16 Jan 2020

Nice marina, seaside, friendly local, love the food

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
4 Jan 2020

Wonderful service from all hotel staff makes the Tivoli a great place to stay . The resort is quite over Christmas and new year but there are enough restaurants open around the marina . Improvements are being made in the areas around the hotel .