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- Crowne Plaza Vilamoura
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Crowne Plaza Vilamoura
Portugal, Europe
Vilamoura
This luxurious and comfortable hotel is situated directly on the sandy beach of Vilamoura and next to the casino. The marina and the centre of the town with its restaurants, pubs and shops are within a short stroll, while several excellent golf courses are also within easy reach. Furthermore, the international airport of Faro can be reached within a 30 minutes' drive away. The hotel is suitable both for cycling breaks and welcomes cyclists from all over the world; furthermore, the establishment offers a beautiful spa and wellness centre for the utmost rest and relaxation at the end of the day. This is an elegant destination where to spend one's holidays at the Algarve, where elegant flats are offered. They boast a delightful and unique atmosphere and boast impressive, panoramic views from the balconies.
Facilities
- IHG - Clean Promise
- Golf practice facility
- Fitness
- Table tennis*
- IHG Green Hotel Certificate
- Green Key – Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE)
- Spa centre*
- Hairdressing salon*
- Spa treatments*
- Massage*
- Please note some facilities may incur an additional fee
The Local Area
Tripadvisor Reviews
4.0 Very Good3,428 reviews
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53%
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Relaxing week. Needs the planned renovations
Stayed here again and had a relaxing week. Staff friendly and helpful. The breakfasts are wonderful and the new cushions make the sun beds so much more comfortable.
The hotel shuts in about 2 weeks for a few months for much needed major renovations.
Hopefully will include ( in no particular order) : 1 Additional lighting in public toilets. You practically need your phone torch to see where you are going 2 Hydration stations to top up water bottles 3 Bedside drawers, not just a table 4 At least 1 mirror in the bedroom, not just in the bathroom! 5 More entertainment in the evening 6 A bar that isn’t hidden behind pillars and welcomes guests to sit there and chat. 7 solar panels to heat the freezing cold pool water.
Review by HolidaygirlBerkshire Berkshire
A very pleasant hotel apart from noisy male groups (golfers!)
Lovely location away from the buzz of the marina but less than 10 mins to walk there. This was our 3rd visit to this hotel. Rooms are great and clean with good housekeeping. Only negative is the two separate occasions we had groups of about 8-10 men who we presumed to be golfers, and who were very noisy, drinking many beers, and raucous round the pool on a few afternoons spoiling enjoyment for other guests. This was over our first weekend and then a few days later on 16th September another even louder group arrived. They also pulled tables together to sit on the terrace outside the restaurant late afternoon into early evening which did not create an enjoyable atmosphere - so for two nights we went for a pre dinner drink at the nearby Tivoli hotel and sat on their terrace which was more civilised and calm. Seemed a shame and we all felt a member of staff from Guest Relations should have asked them to quieten down or leave the area. Their behaviour was unacceptable as was their language.
The hotel shuts in Nov for an upgrade to Intercontinental within the IHG brand, which we hope might deter these undesirable groups. We fully appreciate Portugal is a golfers paradise but it’s not a gentleman’s sport any longer it seems.
Review by susieprince Midhurst, United Kingdom
Mostly good
First stay and we mostly had a good stay. Our room was ready on arrival which always gets a holiday off to a great start. We were on a high floor with a sea view and small balcony. The room was nice and the bed comfy, but needed a mirror, and some draws. For such a large room the bathroom was quite small, and missing any toilet privacy due to glass partitions. The staff were the highlight, always helpful and friendly. Needs more sun beds or better control of reserved but unused ones. Many parasols were broken but I believe a refurb is about to take place. The dinner restaurant was wonderful staff, but the kitchen can't cope when busy with very long waits. We wouldn't take half board again if we return. If they can sort some of the operational issues, whilst maintaining the hospitality culture after the future refurbishment then this will be an excellent hotel.
Review by Sheffview Sheffield, United Kingdom
Nice little break away
I booked this hotel very last minute a couple of days before arriving. Staff are very friendly and attentive. You can order room service 24hours a day. My package only included the room and breakfast so I can’t comment on meal times but breakfast was lovely and I had plenty to choose from. The hotel complex is lovely and big. Peaceful area, so if you are looking for something more lively this isn’t your hotel.
Nighttime is very quiet with minimal noise. The beds and pillows are soooo comfy. There’s only a mirror in the bathroom which is difficult if there’s more than one of you to get ready. The pool area gets busy quickly so I would recommend putting your towels out early as by 10/11 it was full. There are supermarkets and restaurants all within short walking distances. The beach is opposite the hotel. Beautiful sunsets and sunrises to watch. You can also get Uber eats delivered if you fancied a quiet night in.
It took about 25 mins in a private taxi from Faro airport.
7/10 I would recommend this hotel if you are visiting!
Review by emilyelsie2017 Norfolk, United Kingdom
Exceptional September 2026 stay
We have returned home from a superb 6- day holiday in the beautiful Crowne Plaza Hotel, Vilamoura. We stayed on a Bed and Breakfast basis and also sampled a few enjoyable evenings meals in the hotel restaurant. The buffet breakfast offers an exceptional high standard of cuisine. The helpful, pleasant reception staff go out of their way to ensure one has the best holiday ever. The ambience of the hotel is wonderful with pleasant lobby areas indoors and shaded areas outdoors. Rooms are well appointed, with comfortable beds and a large, cleverly designed bathroom. We enjoyed a side-facing sea view. There is good air conditioning throughout hotel. The hard-working, courteous housekeeping teams worked effortlessly to ensure high standards of comfort and cleanliness. The hotel itself has a great location. It is situated half way between Vilamoura Marina and Quarteira, and a few yards from a lovely walk along the beach. Thank-you. We hope to return.
