Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux

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

9.4 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Gym

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Junior Suite, Sea View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 41 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 19 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Classic Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Premium Double Room, Sea View

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 31 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Junior Suite, City View

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 41 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Suite, Balcony, Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
Separate bedroom
  • 63.9 sq m
  • Beach view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Comfort Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Premium Double or Twin Room, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Select Comfort bed
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Bidet
  • 31 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Sea View

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Smart TV
Blackout curtains
Select Comfort bed
12 bedrooms
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds
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About the area

Map
Avenida Tomás Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, 8500-820

What's nearby

  • Rocha Beach - 4 min walk
  • Três Castelos Beach - 8 min walk
  • Algarve Casino - 12 min walk
  • Portimão Marina - 19 min walk
  • Carvoeiro Beach - 28 min drive

Getting around

  • Portimao Station - 10 min drive
  • Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Croke Park Bar Portugal - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gelataria Nosolo Itália - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Sol Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hollywood Steak House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Häagen-Dazs - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux

Luxury boutique hotel near Rocha Beach
Located close to Slide and Splash Water Park and Carvoeiro Beach, Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux provides an adjacent golf course, a swim-up bar and a poolside bar. With a white sand beach, beachfront dining and beach cabanas, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up some sun. Treat yourself to a massage, a body treatment or a detox wrap at Bela Vista Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site Michelin star rated fine-dining restaurant, Vista Restaurante, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a rooftop terrace and shopping on-site.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sunloungers, pool umbrellas and a swim-up bar
  • Self-parking (surcharge), a round-trip airport shuttle (surcharge) and smoke-free property
  • Beach towels, tour/ticket information and multilingual staff
  • Massage treatment rooms, a front desk safe and 1 meeting room
Room features
All rooms are individually decorated, and offer comforts such as 24-hour room service and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and safes.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and bidets
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, daily housekeeping and desks

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Parking on site (EUR 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining

Restaurants on site

  • Vista Restaurante

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach cabanas (surcharge)
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Rooftop terrace

Full-service spa

  • 5 treatment rooms
  • Body scrubs
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Detox wraps
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Prenatal massages
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bidet
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Pay films
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM
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); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between 02 January and 03 March.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 200 per day.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply all year round. Other exemptions or reductions may 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.

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 120 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Self-parking fee: EUR 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 200 per day
  • Facilities fee: EUR 30 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna; spa tub

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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; cash is not accepted
Property Registration Number 4393

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from April to October
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM
Reservations are required for golf tee times, massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa

Property is also known as

Bela Vista Adults Only
Bela Vista Adults Only Portimao
Bela Vista Hotel Adults Only
Bela Vista Hotel Adults Only Portimao
Bela Vista Hotel Relais Châteaux Portimao
Bela Vista Hotel Relais Châteaux
Bela Vista Relais Châteaux Portimao
Bela Vista Relais Châteaux
Bela Vista Hotel Spa Adults Only
Bela Vista & Relais & Chateaux
Bela Vista Hotel SPA Relais Châteaux
Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux Hotel
Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux Portimão
Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux Hotel Portimão

Frequently asked questions

Does Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from January 02 until March 03.

Is Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux?

Self-parking is available for EUR 20 per day.

What time is check-in at Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

What time is check-out at Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux?

Checkout is at noon.

Does Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's an airport shuttle. A fee of EUR 120 per vehicle applies.

Where is Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux located?

Located in Portimão, this beachfront hotel is in the city centre, 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Rocha Beach, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Slide and Splash Water Park and Carvoeiro Beach. Benagil Beach and Marinha Beach are also within 16 mi (25 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 165 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 165 reviews" "
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 165 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather, New York

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The preservation of the original home and its fine architecture, Brazilian wood, and gorgeous hand painted tiles was meticulous and made for a very special stay. We really enjoyed the incredible presentation of our salt crusted sea bass at dinner. The service and food were top notch. We were also delighted with our gracious room upgrade, bottle of champagne upon arrival. Delightful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas, Virginia Beach

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a special hotel. The mansion is stunning. The staff are wonderful. The experience at breakfast is amazing. The ladies in the morning do a wonderful job. If you drive make sure you know the code to enter the road in front of the hotel which I missed on the introductory email unfortunately. That is important as you can’t access the road without it. As you drive up you wonder about your choice given the immediate surroundings but once you enter the driveway and mansion all is well. Great experience. If you go you MUST do a private boat tour of the coast with Alvor Boat Trips. This is a requirement!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely but the surrounding area was just awful tshirt shops and cheap tourist shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beside the beach. Great view. Lovely property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service and quality of this hotel is incredible. I would recommend Bela Vista to anyone who wants a true 5-star experience. I can’t wait to come back. Better than many of the 5-star hotels I’ve stayed at around the US.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No sure how this place got its 5 star or maybe its been paying to retain it since 1881 since the conditions of these hotel rooms would suggest that was when it was last renovated, or even cleaned. Upon arrival, you are met with a bombarding strip of drunk loud tourists which the hotel imagines you’ll leave behind once they close an open bared gate. Dont let that fool you, drum and bass are still banging through well into your confined jail cell. 350sq ft has miraculously translated to 200sq ft here at Bela Vista. It makes sense why they dont issue refunds, without the blown out lighting and what I’d assume is facetune for the hospitality challenged, all guest will be rushing out the door when they lay down for a goods night rest only to be met with stains on their pillows. 10/10 would not recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefano

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very special place: grown-up, sophisticated and the very opposite of a chain. A short walk down to the huge beach. And, a haven from the craziness of the street on the other side of the elegant gates. The breakfast bar is extraordinary. Staff were wonderful and couldn't do enough for us. I rarely say this, as the world is big, but we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute best hotel I’ve ever experienced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so pleasant and accommodating, the view was spectacular, the breakfast a total delight, we would recommend this hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad, Milford

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property! A stunning oasis with attention to detail. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Bela Vista! The staff went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable from the second we arrived. Portimão itself is perhaps a little more touristy than other cities in the Algarve, but Bela Vista felt like an oasis away from this. We absolutely LOVED the daily breakfast, pool facilities, and Vista Restaurant - this was the best meal we’ve ever had in our lives!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Kiran

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent Service from all the staff. At the price we expect Four Seasons esk service and we got this. Major issue was NO HOT WATER FOR 3 DAYS. Luke warm water. This must have been an on going issue and we were kindly given a room night complementary.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herbert

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing service with a smile
Wonderful hotel, with the best service experience ever. High end but in no way stuffy. Great food, wonderful aspect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shamsudin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent 5 star property with amazing decor and feel. The staff strived for excellence and delivered. Superb hospitality and sophisticated ambience. Highly recommend if you are visiting Portimão
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Carla

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was lovely as was most of the staff. I had an unfortunate experience as because I booked through Travelocity instead of direct that I was made to feel from a male staff receptionist that I was not important. A second booking for my son did not get through (my fault). When my son booked the hotel across the street I was told the would not accommodate him as my guest. Very glad that his name was on my room instead. Bottom line book directly with this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

shashi

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Soha

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Historic and beautiful hotel
A stunning historic hotel in a beautiful location. We ate breakfast on the patio - amazing breads & treats at the table and a full European breakfast buffet as well. Everything here is elegant and well-done.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

eleonor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved everything about this place- thank you so much for creating one of our favourite experiences
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022