Dona Filipa Hotel

5.0 star property
Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Children's play area - outdoor
Premium Family Room - Connecting Rooms | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing
View from property
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Vale Do Lobo, Algarve, Loulé, 8135-034
  • Place, Vale do Lobo Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Quarteira Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Falesia Beach
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Room options

Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Classic Double or Twin Room, Golf View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premium Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premium Double or Twin Room (Golf and Sea view)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premium Suite, Sea View

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Golf view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, Sea View (Atlantic)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 644 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Grand Double or Twin Room (Classic)

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Almancil

Located in Vale do Lobo within a 5-minute walk of Vale do Lobo Beach, Dona Filipa Hotel is within a 15-minute stroll of Royal Golf Course Vale do Lobo. This 5-star hotel welcomes guests with 154 rooms and conveniences like a golf course, an outdoor pool, and free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • Vale do Lobo Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Garrao Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Quarteira Beach - 8 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Vilamoura Marina - 13 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Falesia Beach - 14 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Loule Station - 15 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spikes - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪O Marcoense - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Maria's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bamboo Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Julia's Beach Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Dona Filipa Hotel

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Dona Filipa Hotel features a golf course, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. Free valet and self parking are available, and there's also an airport shuttle for a fee. The 24-hour front desk has staff standing by to help with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and access to locker space. Other amenities at this beach hotel include outdoor tennis courts, free WiFi in public areas, and a 24-hour business center.
42-cm LCD TVs come with satellite channels and pay movies, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer deep soaking tubs, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include minibars, espresso makers, and safes.
Guests can play rounds at the 18-hole golf course and enjoy other recreation facilities including 3 outdoor tennis courts. An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Duques Bar
  • Kamal Restaurant
  • Pool Bar

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Tennis lessons

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Hair salon
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1968
  • Mosquito nets
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-cm LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 18 per person
  • An in-room safe is available for an additional fee

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (fees apply). Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for golf tee times and massage services. Contact the hotel at the phone number listed on your booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Dona Filipa
Dona Filipa Almancil
Dona Filipa Hotel
Dona Filipa Hotel Almancil
Hotel Dona Filipa
Almancil Le Meridien
Dona Filipa & San Lorenzo Golf Hotel Almancil
Dona Filipa And San Lorenzo Golf Resort
Dona Filipa Hotel Portugal/Algarve - Almancil
Le Meridien Almancil
Meridien Almancil

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Dona Filipa Hotel?

Dona Filipa Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Dona Filipa Hotel?

As of Oct 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dona Filipa Hotel on Nov 1, 2025 start from $245.95, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What is there to do close to Dona Filipa Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Vale do Lobo, just steps from Vale do Lobo Beach, and within a 10-minute walk of Royal Golf Course Vale do Lobo and Ocean Golf Course Vale do Lobo. You'll also find Quarteira Beach and Ria Formosa Natural Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Dona Filipa Hotel?

Yes, valet parking and self parking are offered for free at the hotel.

Is there a spa at Dona Filipa Hotel?

Spa services at the hotel include massages.

Does Dona Filipa Hotel feature a casino?

No, Dona Filipa Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Dona Filipa Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

What do couples enjoy most about Dona Filipa Hotel?

This beachfront hotel offers many amenities for couples, including in-room massages as well as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar.

Does Dona Filipa Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Dona Filipa Hotel have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Dona Filipa Hotel serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Kamal Restaurant.

Will Dona Filipa Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Dona Filipa Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Are there connecting rooms at Dona Filipa Hotel?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from Dona Filipa Hotel?

The closest major airport to Dona Filipa Hotel is Faro Intl. Airport (FAO), which is 13.6 mi away (25 minutes by car). Another top airport is Portimao (PRM), which is around 29.3 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Dona Filipa Hotel?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a furnished balcony where guests can enjoy sea or garden views.

Dona Filipa Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 162 out of 313 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 88 out of 313 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 313 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 313 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 313 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

FREDERICA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was Beautiful and staff excellent. We enjoyed our visit
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Martine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sean Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were looked after extremely well both domestically and professionally We enjoyed our stay with the excellent pool and beach
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

barry

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thai Ping

Liked: Staff & service

Well located hotel but a bit tired

The hotel was well located near the beach . However it could help with some redecoration as it was starting to look tired . It was not so easy to get around with its long corridors and change in steps in you are not mobile. Service mediocre & not of high standard .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed staying in the hotel and its proximity to the beach and golf courses Food was excellent Staff were very friendly, courteous, helpful and attentive
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dated old rooms. Understaffed around the pool and at breakfast. you cannot order room service as advertised. generally not good other than location. Definitely not a 5 star hotel
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

D J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cosh

Nice hotel, good location clean and friendly. Area around the hotel dead and not much choice for restaurants within walking distance. Rooms clean but show curtain and shower run off taps, roulette whilst showering incase a scolding burst of hot water came your way. Would stay agin but needs updating.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were excellent but the bedroom, especially the bathroom and toilet, were in need of an upgrade
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff very helpful and attentive . Clean rooms and fab location
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

George

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly but not very efficient. They failed to book our golf lesson on the first day, despite confirming by email that they had. Service was very slow in the restaurant and staff failed to inform us that several of the limited meat choices were not available at dinner, until 20 minutes after sitting down. Only one of the two restaurants was open and we were not informed about this is advance. While the rooms were clean, there were regular problems with bad smells from the drains and our key cards kept failing and had to be re-programmed.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosslyn

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A real Gem of an hotel and our visit was made enjoyable throughout..... The hotel is lovely with a touch of grace and in a great position for acces to the beach and restaurants in Praca The staff are friendly and helpful throughout Our only frustration would be the complex air conditioning in the bedrooms which is a small issue in the entire scheme of things Look forward to our next visit
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were a bit grumpy at times and the air con in the room was too loud but otherwise a nice hotel in a great location.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Timothy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Enjoyed our stay Our room was a little tired and not 5 star The rest of the hotel , staff and food excellent
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Marc

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness
Booked the room due to the room rate, however upon arrival realised the hotel was pretty isolated and needed to catch expensive cabs to other locations. Restaurant options were pretty limited and quality of food fell short. Pool itself was good (but cold despite being advertised as being heated), however decking required to be replaced,
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Maria, Crowborough

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
We’ve been coming here for around 15 years and it is sad to see the hotel”s decline and listen to others complaining around the pool and say they are not coming back anymore, which sadly I have to agree with. We had a Premium room as always but I think the complaints about the classic rooms are fair. In all these years of coming here we’ve never once been given an upgrade so it’s pretty annoying to hear them being given to others every time we come. We came for our 20th anniversary, we didn’t even get a card! The pool area is massively in decline. Heating from the 1st Sept is virtually non existent as it’s set to 27, this is not enough to claim you have a heated pool, complained during our visit twice but no change in temperature made and therefore rendered the pool unusable for me and many others. The pool was rebuilt about 8 years ago it’s not been maintained. It has lots of black mould and grime. The boards by the pool area are broken and dangerous, many older people walking around lose their balance when one of the boards collapses under foot. This should be a constantly maintained area and it’s not. Maintenance was allocated to painting the yellow stripes on the hotel to blue instead. The pool area is filthy. The same rubbish sat on the floor all week, tables don’t get wiped and glasses lay rolling. Not enough staff apparently! To hear the staff asking if you want to leave a tip for Reception when you check out is dreadful!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Andrew

Traveled with group, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
A hotel of two halves. If you're lucky and get the new extension, the rooms are lovely but you could be unlucky and get the retro 1980s version which needs a complete update. Very much a golfers hotel so expect groups of males.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keeley

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALAN

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Just need to improve the pool decking I went over on my ankle twice due to loose boards but great hotel apart from that sorry to have to mention it but it’s an accident waiting to happen
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024