Vila Alba Resort

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

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Sundeck
Premium Suite, Garden View | Garden view
Aerial view
32-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV
Premium Suite, Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant

Explore the area

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Praia de Albandeira, Lagoa, 8400-403
  • Place, Albandeira Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Marinha Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Senhora da Rocha Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪53 min drive‬

Room options

2 bedrooms apartment for four

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 914 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (Double)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 914 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

2 bedrooms apartment for three

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • 914 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

2 bedrooms apartment for two

  • 914 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed, 2 Twin Beds and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

Two-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Suite, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Suite, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premium Suite with Sea View

  • Sleeps 2

Premium Suite with Garden View

  • Sleeps 2

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Double or Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

Two-Bedroom Apartment (2adults+1child)

  • Sleeps 2

Two-Bedroom Apartment (2adults+2children)

  • Sleeps 2

Two-Bedroom Apartment (2adults+3children)

  • Sleeps 2

Two-Bedroom Apartment (3adults+2children)

  • Sleeps 3

Premium Suite with Garden View (2adults+1child)

  • Sleeps 2

Premium Suite with Garden View (2adults+2children)

  • Sleeps 2

Premium Suite with Sea View (2adults+1child)

  • Sleeps 2

Premium Suite with Sea View (2adults+2children)

  • Sleeps 2

Two-Bedroom Apartment 2 adults

  • Sleeps 2

Two-Bedroom Apartment 3 adults

  • Sleeps 3

Two-Bedroom Apartment (3adults+1child)

  • Sleeps 3

Superior Apartment, 1 Bedroom, Sea View (Double)

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Lagoa

Within a short walk of Albandeira Beach, Vila Alba Resort is within a mile (2 km) of Marinha Beach. This 5-star hotel has 50 guestrooms and offers conveniences like a restaurant, a full-service spa, and an outdoor pool.

What's nearby

  • Albandeira Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Marinha Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Percurso dos Sete Vales Suspensos - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Algar de Benagil - 11 min drive - 2.5 miles
  • Senhora da Rocha Beach - 15 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Silves Station - 22 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rústico - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Café Bica - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Restaurant O Litoral - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪O Pescador - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Busíris - ‬14 min drive

About this property

Vila Alba Resort

Luxury hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
At Vila Alba Resort, guests enjoy a full-service spa, an outdoor pool, and a children's pool. There's free parking, and an airport shuttle (available 24 hours) for EUR 90 per person one-way. The front desk has multilingual staff that can help with luggage storage, concierge services, and securing valuables. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a gym, a sauna, and free WiFi in public areas.
32-inch LCD TVs come with satellite channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms offer rainfall showers, hair dryers, and free toiletries. Other amenities include espresso makers, safes, and wardrobes or closets.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a fitness center.

Children under 17 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility, or hot tub without adult supervision. Guests under 18 years old are not allowed in the fitness facility or hot tub.

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

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the hotel's full-service spa. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: EUR 25 to 35 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Morgadinho

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Free children's club
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Living room
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Outdoors

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

Full-service spa

  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sports massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2006
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 1:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 1 2025 to January 5 2026 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
  • Dining venue(s)
  • Spa/Beauty services
The property is closed between February 26 and March 31.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

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 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 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 25 to 35 per person
  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 90 per person (one-way)

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 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: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the airport shuttle (available 24 hours), which is offered for a fee. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.

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 and cash.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Reservations need to be made in advance for massage services and spa treatments. 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

Alba Resort
Alba Suites
Suites Alba Resort Spa
Suites Alba Lagoa
Suites Alba Resort
Suites Alba Resort Lagoa
Vila Alba Eco Resort
Vila Alba Resort Hotel
Vila Alba Resort Lagoa
Suites Alba Resort Spa
Vila Alba Resort Hotel Lagoa

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do near Vila Alba Resort?

This hotel is located in Lagoa, a short 20-minute walk from Marinha Beach and also 5 minutes on foot from Albandeira Beach. You'll also find Benagil Beach and Algar de Benagil within a short drive.

How much does it cost to stay at Vila Alba Resort?

As of Dec 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vila Alba Resort on Dec 22, 2025 start from $124.71, 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.

Is there parking available at Vila Alba Resort?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Is a spa located at Vila Alba Resort?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include hot stone massages, deep-tissue massages, and body wraps. Note that spa services and facilities will be unavailable from November 1 2025 until January 5 2026 (subject to change).

Does Vila Alba Resort include a casino?

No, Vila Alba Resort doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Vila Alba Resort?

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

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Vila Alba Resort?

This beachfront hotel offers many amenities for couples such as an outdoor pool and a poolside bar with some guestrooms featuring fireplaces.

Does Vila Alba Resort have a hot tub?

Yes, this hotel offers private indoor spa tubs in some guestrooms.

Does Vila Alba Resort have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Vila Alba Resort serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Morgadinho. Please note that the dining venue will be closed between November 1 2025 and January 5 2026 (subject to change).

Will Vila Alba Resort allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Vila Alba Resort though service animals are welcome.

Does Vila Alba Resort have connecting rooms?

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

How far is the airport from Vila Alba Resort?

The closest major airport to Vila Alba Resort is Portimao (PRM), which is 13.6 mi away (24 minutes by car). Another top airport is Faro Intl. Airport (FAO), which is around 24.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Vila Alba Resort?

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

Does Vila Alba Resort host weddings?

If you plan to exchange vows during your trip, consider the wedding services available at Vila Alba Resort.

Vila Alba Resort Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 294 out of 439 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 111 out of 439 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 439 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 439 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 439 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Closest hotel to the most photographed arch along this coast.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful resort

This is a beautiful resort. I wish we had more time to spend there. The only downside was getting there because of the narrow roads and even though they tried hard to rectify it, the dinner I ordered was really bland, although the presentation was gorgeous.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicole, Summerstown

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
An absolutely beautiful location. Beautiful resort! We had a wonderful time
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriella

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely stunning location surrounded by nature and right on a lovely little beach. The on-site spa is free for gusts to use and was spotless, and three were three swimming pools to choose from. There was a wedding and quite a few families with young children during our stay but it never felt overcrowded and was very peaceful. We didn't have a car but it was very easy and cheap to order taxis to and from the hotel for day trips. The food at the restaurant was also really tasty! Overall a fabulous location, would highly recommend and would visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mattia

Traveled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is not a 5 star hotel. The service is almost non existent and the facilities are tired. The breakfast is extremely limited to the extent that we brought our own fresh vegetables from the supermarket. The kids club has no working toilet and the supervision is so poor that my 4 year old managed to leave alone and found us in the restaurant. There is no pool service and in order to get fresh towels you have to change them at reception. Half the sun beds are broken and missing their cushions. Our shower gel ran out 3 days before our leaving and was never replaced - instead we had to call every evening for some small bottles. It is a real shame because it is a stunning piece of real estate with incredible views. But we will certainly not return and discourage anyone who is considering staying.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason Matthew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bucolic resort great for families

Bucolic resort with great amenities especially for families
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, it’s nice and quiet, beach is right off the property. Very nice.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

DANIEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

maria victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Relaxing mood, great staff, accessible amenities, amazing views!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location, friendly staff, delicious food!! Outstanding views!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nestor, Brooklyn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Very welcoming and in a lovely part of the Algarve that is somewhat protected from overdevelopment. The resort has a small beach, but is a modest walk or an easy drive to many other nearby beautiful beaches. Very relaxing!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marla, houston

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
While the property was nice and the staff very helpful, it is by no means a five star property. Nor are the ocean view rooms ocean view. This is hype and dishonest. This is a US 3 or 3.5 star hotel. Not bad at all but not a luxury property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Pierre

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jeff, Pointe Claire

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The property is gorgeous. However the quality of the food needs to be improved. Also so of the staff needs more training.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property is nicely tucked away near the coast. Was only a 45 min drive from Old town. There isn’t much around the resort so I recommend stopping at a grocery store beforehand to grab some snacks and maybe some sandwiches. There is one restaurant on the property but it is extremely over priced and everything we ordered came out wrong. Items were missing from our orders and seemed like they used left overs from breakfast. The front desk staff was excellent and very accommodating, so I was shocked at the lack of oversight in their restaurant. The resort was right next to the cliffs with beautiful views and a small beach. They have a salt water pool and regular pool which I thought was a nice touch. Aside from the restaurant, I enjoyed our stay. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room were spacious and clean. The pool, restaurant and facilities in general were very good. The resort is quiet and welcoming. Unfortunately, we had an issue with out air-con turning off after a couple of hours, during the night this resulted in us waking up and having to reset it at least a couple of times. After the first night, we spoke to reception who said that it would be looked at. Unfortunately, this was just ignored resulting in uncomfortable nights. In general, the food on offer was of decent quality and a reasonable price. However, on one occasion we ordered a salad with prawns and received a quarter of an iceberg lettuce with 3 semi recently unfrozen (cooked) prawns. A complaint was made to the server who told us this is how it was - which was severely disappointing. On the positive side, we attended a wedding here and it was excellent - the staff were extremely attentive and couldn't be anymore helpful. Generally of an excellent standard.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gursharan Kaur

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Lovely property and good beach access
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

mark

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service

Almost good

Very little English spoken by staff, which is amazing for a Spa hotel with international clientel. No Spanish either 50 miles from the border.. Breakfast coffee terrible, made with reconstituted powdered milk. Not the halmark of a health spa. But all very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Dell

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emanuela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

kim, Columbia

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
I love the location and the beauty of the place- so quaint and lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luis

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best Hotel in the South of Portugal
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024