The best spa hotels in Vilamoura

Hey! Indulge in the ultimate pampering experience at one of these luxurious spa hotels. Designed to provide relaxation, rejuvenation, and tranquility, these properties offer an array of wellness services that range from massages and facials to yoga classes and meditation sessions. To make your search for the perfect spa hotel in in Vilamoura easier, I've compiled this list of top-rated properties for your consideration. So sit back, relax, and explore your options - your ultimate wellness retreat awaits!

• 1 Domes Lake Algarve Vilamoura, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Located just 300 meters from Falésia Beach, this luxurious resort offers a natural, sandy beach pool and a floating restaurant. The rooms have balconies with stunning views of the surroundings. Guests of Domes Lake Algarve can reach their accommodations through the lobby, which provides a 24-hour front desk, room service, a dedicated concierge service, and currency exchange for guests. The rooms feature a private bathroom with a bathtub and shower. A choice of room views includes garden, ocean, lake, and Vilamoura Marina and skyline on the horizon. Domes Lake Resort, Algarve features five-star accommodation with three restaurants set on its private lake, free private parking, three swimming pools amongst which a natural sand bottom swimming pool, fitness center, and Spa. Among the various facilities are three bars, birdwatching pergolas on the lake, and a 1.2-kilometer wooden walking deck that goes around the lake, as well as the gardens and infinite lawns. An array of Hate-Living services is available, through the Haute Living Selection of elite tier accommodation, including a dedicated manager, a private lounge with VIP services, concierge service, private check-in, upgraded welcome, and bathroom amenities. Other exclusive amenities include eclectic cocktails, branded spirits and all-day snacks, signature canapes by the resort’s Executive Chef. Buffet and American breakfast options are available each morning at the accommodation as well as Greek, Neo-Mediterannean, and Portuguese fusion cuisine throughout the day, with a dedication to mixology and wine tasting. Domes Lake Algarve Hotel is situated a 20-minute drive from Albufeira. A shuttle service to the Vilamoura golf courses within 2 km is available upon request. Guest review score 9.1

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• 2 Anantara Vilamoura Algarve Resort Vilamoura, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Overlooking the golf course, the 5-star Anantara Vilamoura offers a tranquil retreat a 10-minute drive from the Vilamoura Marina and 3 km from the stunning Falésia Beach. It features a heated outdoor pool from October until May. Facing the golf fairways and the swimming pools, air-conditioned rooms and suites feature a modern design and are equipped with a flat-screen TV, a docking station, a minibar and a coffee machine. Bathrooms are open-plan with walk-in shower, bath, hairdryer, slippers, robes and luxury amenities. Anantara Vilamoura offers a varied gastronomic experience with its 3 restaurants and 3 bars. From a refined reinterpretation of the traditional Portuguese cuisine at EMO, to the ultimate seafood adventure at Ria, guests are guaranteed to have a glamorous and emotive experience. The Palms Pool Bar provides refreshing juices from local produce, while the Cascades pool and bar offers adult-only tranquillity between June and September with cocktails, light snacks and chilled wine. Afternoon tea and post-dinner digestives can be enjoyed at the Anantara Lounge and Bar. Facilities at the Anantara Vilamoura include a Conference Centre with capacity for 700 persons with its 8 versatile rooms. Kids Club is also available. A complimentary shuttle to PuroBeach Restaurant and Beach concession is provided. Guests have the Palms swimming pools at their disposal that offer either adult-only or family enjoyment moments with a heated children's pool between October and May. The Anantara Spa offers Thai and Algarvian inspired treatments as well as Yoga and tai chi sessions. The heated Vitalidade indoor pool is for exclusive use of adult guests of the suites. Most active guests may unwind at the floodlit tennis court or the fitness centre. Anantara’s prime location offers guests the perfect starting point to discover the Algarve. Faro’s Old Town is 24 km away while Loulé with its picturesque city market is a 20-minute drive away. Albufeira is 13 km away and Faro International Airport is a 30-minute drive away. Guest review score 8.8, rooms from around 138 EUR.

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• 3 Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve, an IHG Hotel Vilamoura, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Crowne Plaza is situated in Vilamoura's centre just a few minutes' walk from the Marina and 10 minutes’ drive from 5 golf courses. The tastefully decorated rooms have furnished sea-view balconies. Featuring soft shades of ivory and natural textures, all rooms have stylish bathrooms with glass-wall showers. The wide balconies come with lounge chairs. The Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve’s outdoor pool faces the sea and has a terrace with loungers and shades. The Peter Pan Kids Club has welcome snacks and a daily animated film, while adults can enjoy a relaxing massage at the Almond Tree Wellness Spa. Apart from 24-hour room service, the hotel's Cataplana Restaurant serves a mixture of regional and international cuisine. The Caravela Bar offers a variety of aperitifs and drinks, and there is a sea-facing summer terrace for snacks and BBQ grills. The Crowne Plaza Hotel is less than a 5-minute walk from the centre of Vilamoura and the Marina. Faro Airport is 20 km away. Free private parking is available at the hotel. Guest review score 8.6, rooms from around 121 EUR.

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• 4 Hilton Vilamoura Vilamoura, Portugal

  

  Resort. Set among five of the best golf courses in the Algarve,Hilton Vilamoura features lake-style outdoor pools with waterfalls and an extra-large futuristic spa. Pinhal Golf Course is on the hotel's doorstep and Vilamoura Old Course is 5 minutes’ drive away. Guests of Hilton Vilamoura can enjoy modern Mediterranean Cuisine at Cilantro, taste international delicacies on the terrace of Moscada, or try the grilled delicacies at Aquarela. Rubi Bar offers state of the art cocktails and homemade Tonics and liquors. My Almar, the beach's restaurant is open seasonally, serving tapas and light meals, as well as drinks and cocktails. At Marina Vilamoura, guests can taste the Italian cuisine in La Bella Barca restaurant. The contemporary rooms feature flat-screen TV with local and international channels. They include a private balcony or terrace overlooking the nearby golf course or the resort’s gardens. Free WiFi is available in all public areas of the Hilton Vilamoura. A 24-hour gym, a resting area with wall waterfalls and therapeutic massages are available at the spa. Hilton Vilamoura’s indoor pool looks like a mosaic, ancient Roman bath. Hilton Vilamoura offers a free evening shuttle to Vilamoura Marina, just two minutes driving from the hotel. In summer, there is a free transfer service to Falésia Beach, where the hotel also has a private beach concession with sunbeds, sunhats, pool towels and snack bar service, just 5 minutes driving from the hotel. Show full description Guest review score 8.4, rooms from around 158 EUR.

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• 5 Vilamoura Garden Hotel Vilamoura, Portugal

  

  Hotel. Offering an outdoor pool and children's playground, Vilamoura Garden Hotel is set in Vilamoura in the Algarve Region, 1.8 km from Vilamoura Marina. The hotel has a terrace and views of the pool, and guests can enjoy a drink at the bar. Free private parking is available on site. Each room is fitted with a flat-screen TV. Some rooms have a seating area where you can relax. Every room comes with a private bathroom. Extras include free toiletries and a hair dryer. Vilamoura Garden Hotel features free WiFi throughout the property. There is a 24-hour front desk at the property and the Seven Spa is 150 metres away. A selection of activities are offered in the area, such as golfing and horse riding. The hotel also offers bike hire and car hire. Falesia Beach is 2.5 km from Vilamoura Garden Hotel, while Roman Ruins Cerro da Vila is 1.5 km away. The nearest airport is Faro Airport, 15 km from the property. Guest review score 8.4

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• 6 Browns Sports Resort Vilamoura, Portugal

  

  Resort. Set among some of the finest golf courses in the Algarve, Browns is renowned for its sporting and leisure facilities, situated in a relaxing environment 4 km away from the Vilamoura Marina and Falésia Beach. Accommodation is comprised of 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom and 3-bedroom units, with each one having a private outside area overlooking the gardens. Free WiFi is available in the rooms as well as at the clubhouse. Browns' guests can enjoy a wide array of drinks and meals while sitting out on the terrace or while relaxing in the indoor space, where you can watch your favourite sports on TV, play pool or darts and admire all the displayed memorabilia from sporting teams who have stayed at Browns in the past. Situated in the main building, guests will find the Health Club which is comprised of a gym, squash court, tennis court, sauna, steam room, indoor and outdoor pool. A fitness class or personal training option is also available. Guest review score 8.1

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• 7 Four Seasons Vilamoura Vilamoura, Portugal

  

  Resort. Featuring a lagoon-style outdoor pool and a spa, this Vilamoura resort offers bright and spacious apartments with balconies overlooking the palm garden. Airport transfers to Faro Airport can be arranged. Four Seasons Vilamoura overlooks the Pinhal, an 18-hole championship golf course with a putting green, driving range and Club House. The resort provides a private entrance to the course. Free Wi-Fi is available in the bar and lounge. With a complete kitchenette, all studios and apartments at Four Seasons Vilamoura are decorated in a modern style with soft colours. Each includes a private bathroom with a bathtub and shower. The on-site restaurants serve open buffets and à la carte dishes indoors or on the poolside terraces. The restaurant A Cascata offers Brazilian, Italian & Portuguese theme nights, and freshly caught fish at lunch. The Brasserie offers a sophisticated menu in a comfortable atmosphere. Live entertainment is organised on a regular basis. The pool bar provides refreshing drinks, and a take-away service for in-room meals is available. Leisure facilities include a heated indoor and outdoor pool (heated between mid-February to Mid-November), a hot tub, and a sauna. Various beauty treatments can be enjoyed at the spa, and guests can work out at the gym. For children, there is a paddling pool, playground, and a Kids Club. Show full description Guest review score 8.0, rooms from around 97 EUR.

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I try my best to keep this guide up to date and I last refreshed it in November 2022. Did I miss a spa hotel that should be on this list? Send me an email and let me know!