Vilamoura

Loulé

Falesia Beach featuring a sandy beach, rocky coastline and general coastal views
Falesia Beach featuring a sunset, rocky coastline and a sandy beach
Vilamoura
Falesia Beach showing general coastal views, a beach and rugged coastline
Falesia Beach showing a sunset, a beach and general coastal views

Yachts, golf, up-scale accommodation and restaurants: This purpose-built Algarve resort is a stylish retreat with a scenic waterfront.

Since the mid 1970s, the luxury resort of Vilamoura has attracted wealthy sun-seekers, yachtsmen, and golfers. This tourist complex covers 2,000 acres (809 hectares) in central Portugal. Vilamoura’s center is its marina where you’ll find the majority of the resort's high-end hotels, restaurants, casinos and nightclubs. These days, there are a few cheaper accommodation options for those on a tighter budget.

Water-based activities around the marina are boundless chartered deep-sea fishing, water skiing, dolphin watching and parasailing are just a few. Another popular experience is the Algarve Seafaris cruise. This takes you out from Vilamoura marina along the coast towards Carvoeiro. Here, you’ll explore sea caves by dinghy, and get to swim in them. You may spot dolphins along the route too.

There is a choice of two major beaches in Vilamoura. Praia da Marina, to the east of the marina, is a stretch of golden sand dotted with beach bars and sun loungers. Praia da Rocha Baixinha, to the west of the marina, has softer, whiter sand, and offers numerous watersport activities.  

Some people come to Vilamoura for the golf alone. There are a number of championship courses in the resort, including the Laguna, the Millennium, and the Old Golf Course. Note that handicap certificates are required for all.

Be sure to check out Vilamoura’s handful of cultural attractions. Cerro da Vila, for example, is the remains of a Roman villa, located near Vilamoura’s center. Among the ruins are baths, fish salting stations, and remains of marble friezes and mosaics.  

There are many great day excursions from Vilamoura. The city of Loulé is a 20-minute drive, and has an ancient castle, plus regular markets and carnivals. Close to Loulé is the village of Alte picturesque scenes of whitewashed houses and cobbled streets await you here. The old part of Faro, about 30-40 minutes’ drive from Alte or Vilamoura, contains a number of beautiful historic sites.

Peak season in Vilamoura is in the summer, between June and September. The average temperature then is 70-75 F (21-24 C). The closest airport is Faro, from where a taxi or shared minibus takes approximately 30 minutes to get to Vilamoura.


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Top hotels in Vilamoura

Tivoli Marina Vilamoura

Tivoli Marina Vilamoura

5 out of 5
Apartado 65, Marina Vilamoura, Loulé
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P23,497 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P23,497
P25,177 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
"We had a room with sea view and it’s worth paying extra for it. Spacious rooms. Friendly staff. Would recommend"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Tivoli Marina Vilamoura
Dom Pedro Marina

Dom Pedro Marina

4 out of 5
Avenida Tivoli, Lote H4, Loulé
The price is P14,655 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P14,655
P16,074 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (390 reviews)
3rd time at this perfect hotel
"Our 3rd stay at this hotel! Perfect location, close to the beach and Marina. Super clean and tidy. Friendly staff. Clean pool. Great breakfast. Fabulous stay. We will be back again."

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Dom Pedro Marina
Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor

5 out of 5
Av dos Descobrimentos, Loule, Faro
The price is P17,095 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P17,095
P18,391 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (970 reviews)
"Service was brilliant throughout our stay. Room was clean, quiet and perfect size. Breakfast had a great variety and the staff were very accommodating."

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2025

Victoria Golf Resort and Spa Managed by Accor
Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve by IHG

Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve by IHG

5 out of 5
Rua Do Oceano Atlantico, Loulé
The price is P19,581 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P19,581
P21,026 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (998 reviews)
"Pros - Hotel is in a great location, across path from beach, and a 10/15 min walk to the marina and the better restaurants and bars that can be found at the back of the marina. It’s a 30 min, 24 euro journey from airport for 4 passengers and 4 cases (45 euro for airport taxi). Sea view and Vilamoura ..."

Reviewed on Jul 31, 2025

Crowne Plaza Vilamoura - Algarve by IHG
Four Seasons Vilamoura

Four Seasons Vilamoura

4 out of 5
Rua da Holanda, 507, Loulé
Stay at this 4-star spa aparthotel in Loulé. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (642 reviews)
Great stay
"Beautiful hotel and a great location. Hotel is spotlessly clean and all the staff are friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

Four Seasons Vilamoura
Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection

Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection

5 out of 5
Praia Da Falesia, Apartado 811, Loulé
The price is P30,770 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
P30,770
P32,886 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Loulé. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property condition ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (998 reviews)
"My family and I truly appreciate the excellent service provided by your staff. Please keep up the great work! We also had a very comfortable stay and slept wonderfully. Could you kindly let us know the brand of the mattress used in room 355? Thank you again!"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Domes Lake Algarve, Autograph Collection
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Vilamoura

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Cavacos

Cavacos is a destination visitors seek out for is beaches, abundant dining options, and seaside views. You might want to check out attractions like Quarteira Beach or Vilamoura Beach while you're exploring the neighborhood.

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Morgadinho

While Morgadinho might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Vila Sol Golf and Aqua Show Park.

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Aldeia do Golfe

While there might not be top attractions in Aldeia do Golfe, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Falesia Beach and Dom Pedro Golf: Old Golf Course.

Aldeia do Golfe
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Encosta das Oliveiras

Though Encosta das Oliveiras might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dom Pedro Golf: Millennium Golf Course and Dom Pedro Golf: Old Golf Course.

Encosta das Oliveiras
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Fonte Santa

While visiting Fonte Santa, you might make a stop by sights like Quarteira Beach and Vale do Lobo Beach.

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Vale do Lobo

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to Vale do Lobo. A stop by Vale do Lobo Beach or Garrao Beach might round out your trip.

Vale do Lobo

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