- Elegant Moorish style accommodation in the village of Porches, famous for its handicrafts
- Tranquil sandy beach as well as seven swimming pools
- Bright, contemporary rooms inspired by the Algarve seaside
- Nine hole pitch and putt green with lessons on offer too
- A plethora of ten restaurants offering a variety of cuisine
The VILA VITA Parc enjoys a stunning clifftop location within beautiful subtropical gardens in the village of Porches. It’s the ideal holiday accommodation for families looking to spend some precious family time together in luxurious surroundings. There are deluxe rooms and family suites with décor inspired by the Algarve seaside and fully equipped with modern amenities.
With a vast selection of eateries offering local specialities alongside cuisine from around the world and first class facilities, it’s no wonder that VILA VITA Parc is a member of the Leading Hotels of the World. Guests can relax in the luxury spa, visit the unique wine cellar and sample the hotel’s exclusive luxury yacht. There is also direct beach access, as well as fun for younger guests to be had at the kids clubs, and in the seven swimming pools, three of which are dedicated to children.
Hotel child prices apply to ages 0–12 years. The hotel has 170 rooms, suites and villas. Specially modified rooms for people with reduced mobility are available on request. Please note that all restaurants and bars are seasonal.
Facilities
Bars & Restaurants
Adega Restaurant
Sample authentic Portuguese a la carte dining at its best featuring fish, traditional cataplana and tapas.
Open: 12:30 – 22:00
Guests staying half and full board can eat at this restaurant.
Aladin Grill Restaurant
Enjoy fine dining in a stylish grill room with a la carte menu and open kitchen serving meat and fish delicacies.
Open: 19:00 - 22:30 (closed Monday and Sunday)
Reservations are required and men must wear jackets and long trousers. Children over 6 years are welcome.
Arte Nautica
Located on Armacao de Pera beach, this alfresco restaurant serves fresh seafood platters and organic meats.
Open 10:00 – 22:00
There is a free shuttle from the hotel which is just over a mile away, and half board guests can receive a credit towards a meal at this restaurant.
Atlantico Restaurant
Nestled in the Clubhouse, Atlantico is a Mediterranean fine dining restaurant open for breakfast and dinner.
Open 08:00 – 10:00 and 19:00 – 22:30
Men are required to wear a jacket and trousers, and reservation is required. Children over 6 years are permitted for dinner, and children over 12 years are permitted for breakfast. Half board guests can receive a credit towards a meal at this restaurant.
Cave De Vinhos
Located in the Gothic wine cellar, guests can sample an extensive selection of wines served by expert sommeliers and accompanied by tapas and charcutrie.
Open 15:00 – 22:00
Bela Vita Restaurant
Enjoy stunning views of the resort from the Bela Vita’s panoramic garden terrace, located in the main building.
Open 07:30 – 22:30 and 18:30 – 22:00
Half and full board guests can sample the mouth-watering buffet breakfast and excellent dinner menus.
Manzar Terrace
Nestled above the Club House, guests can relish in panoramic views of VILA VITA Parc and the ocean in the distance. Relax with a refreshing drink in exquisite Moroccan themed surroundings and admire the view.
Open in the summer from 18:00
Mizu Teppanyaki Restaurant
Exceptional contemporary Japanese cuisine can be enjoyed alfresco or inside this stylish restaurant.
Open 19:00 – 22:30
Reservation is required. Children age 6 and over are welcome.
Oasis Bar and Terrace
Enjoy stunning vistas of the lake and gardens as you pause for an afternoon tea beside the lobby, or relax with an after dinner liqueur and listen to live music.
Open 10:00 – 01:00
Ocean Restaurant
This two Michelin star adults only (12+ years) restaurant serves outstanding gourmet a la carte cuisine.
Open 19:30 – 22:00 Wednesday to Sunday
Men are required to wear a jacket and trousers.
Palm Bar
Enjoy light bites and refreshments at the heart of the Oasis Parc where private cabanas can be rented for an additional cost.
Open: 09:00 – 19:00 during the summer
Vila Vita Biergarten
Guests can enjoy traditional German specialities in the local village of Porches, with a complimentary shuttle from the hotel available.
Open 12:30 – 22:00 Tuesday to Sunday
Whale Restaurant
Enjoy family friendly poolside dining overlooking the sea featuring coastal inspired specialities and a pretty terrace.
Open 12:30 - 15:00 and 18:30 – 22:30
Guests on half and full board can dine here. Reservation required.
Spa and Wellness
Vila Vita Vital
Relax, unwind and rejuvenate with therapeutic beauty treatments and massages, including pedicures and facials.
Guests age 16 years and over are welcome. Some treatments are charged additionally.
Beach & Pools
Beach
Enjoy direct access from the VILA VITA Parc via steps to the secluded sandy beach below. There is also a shuttle to Armacao de Pera beach if you fancy sampling some water sports during the summer months.
Swimming Pools
With four outdoor swimming pools, three children’s pools and an additional indoor/outdoor acclimatised pool, you will be spoilt for choice as to where to take a dip first.
For Families
Annabella's Kids' Park
Your little ones can sample a range of activities from outdoor sports to baking and painting, or simply enjoying the playground. Evening entertainment is available twice weekly in high season.
Ages: 4-11 years
Open: 5 days a week in low season and daily in high season
Activities & Entertainment
Sport Activities
VILA VITA Parc offers a plethora of recreational and sporting activities including volleyball, tennis, football, mini golf and a 9 hole pitch and putt. There is an additional charge for some activities.
About the location
Located close to the beach along Portugal’s south coast, Vila Vita Parc is the ideal place for those wanting to explore the beauty and tranquillity of the Algarve. Found in the villages of Porches, spend your days here enjoying the pretty, sandy beach or exploring the surrounding countryside. Nature lovers can take boat trips or find their own favourite stretch of sand, or take a tour of the vineyards and see how the wine is grown, harvested and made into wine before tasting different varieties.
Wander through the town and soak in the beautiful whitewashed buildings before heading to one of the many local restaurants for excellent seafood washed down with local wines. The pottery shops are famously good here, with hand crafted ceramics perfect for gifts and souvenirs to take back home.
Transfer time
Vila Vita Parc is a 45 minute drive from Faro Airport.
Deluxe Room
Max 3 adults
Deluxe Rooms feature a split-level living area and bedroom and are contemporary in design. Located in the main hotel building, the rooms have views of the landscaped gardens from the balcony or terrace. The bathroom has either a shower or bathtub. Deluxe Rooms can sleep up to 3 with a sofa bed for the third person.
40m²
Oasis Suite Premium
Max 2 adults, 1 child
These suites are located in the Oasis Parc area on the ground floor, with views to the extensive garden. Each Suite is open plan and has a large bathroom with a free-standing bath and a separate walk-in rain shower. They are decorated in Portuguese style with a Moorish touch. These suites can sleep up to 2 adults and 1 child with an extra bed.
80m²
Oasis Premium Rooftop
Max 2 adults
These suites are located on the 1st floor of the Oasis Parc area of the hotel and are ideal couples seeking a little added luxury. They feature their own 40m² private rooftop terrace with a sitting area, daybed and rain shower. Inside, the suite offers a walk-in wardrobe and luxurious bathroom with a separate bathtub and walk-in shower. These suites are suitable for 2 adults only.
80m²
Oasis Family Suite
Max 4 adults
The Oasis Family Suites are located in the Oasis Parc area of the hotel. The lower floor suites have garden views, whilst the upper floor suites feature a 40m² private rooftop terrace with rain shower, daybeds and spectacular views. The main bedroom is open plan with a second twin room and bathroom. These suites can sleep up to 4 adults or 2 adults and 2 children.
80m²
Early booking discount
Save up to 10% discount on the hotel price for holidays booked at least 45 days prior to arrival between 01 April - 21 June 2019 and 25 - 31 August 2019.
Save up to 15% discount on the hotel price for holidays booked at least 45 days prior to arrival between 01 September - 31 October 2019.
Meal offer
Guests receive one free dinner per person per stay (guests can only take dinner in the half board restaurants at the value of 44 euros per person), drinks excluded, a minimum of 7 nights stay required for holidays between 01 November 2018 - 31 October 2019, booked at least 60 days prior to arrival.
Honeymoon offer
Honeymooners staying between 01 May 2018 - 31 October 2019 will receive a romantic gift on arrival (you must stay at least 3 nights to get this offer). A copy of a wedding certificate no older than 6 months will be required.
Bed and Breakfast
Guests can enjoy a delicious continental buffet and cooked breakfast options. Breakfast is served in the Bela Vita restaurant.
Half Board
A buffet-style breakfast and dinner is served in the Bela Vita restaurant. Guests also have the option to take an à la carte dinner in the Adega and Whale restaurant. Should guests want to eat in the Arte Nautica and Atlantico restaurants they will receive a credit towards their meal. Please note, drinks are not included and reservations are required for the à la carte restaurants.
Full Board
Guests who have chosen the Full Board package can enjoy a buffet-style breakfast, lunch and dinner in the Bela Vita restaurant. For lunch and dinner, guests can also choose to eat in the Adega and Whale restaurants which serve à la carte meals. Should guests want to eat in the Arte Nautica and Atlantico restaurants they will receive a credit towards their meal. Reservations are required for the à la carte restaurants. Drinks are not included in the Full Board package.
Based on 2176 traveller reviews
94% of travellers recommended this hotel
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Reviews
“ Great location - flawless service - room for improvement with restaurants
i-love-zermatt, Zurich, Switzerland
Jul 10 2019
There's a lot of good things to say about this resort: Service staff is very keen to please, so you can see the handwriting of the management right there. The location is absolutely stunning and...
There's a lot of good things to say about this resort: Service staff is very keen to please, so you can see the handwriting of the management right there. The location is absolutely stunning and while some of the facilities have seen better days, including the rooms themselves, you generally feel cosy. We understand that some refurbishment of the rooms is on the way.
The one thing that needs addressing, is the around the food options. Yes, there are more than 10 different restaurants to chose from, but almost all of them that we've visited failed to convince us - some even were disappointing. It would also help if the dates where the individual restaurants are closed, were published, so to avoid negative surprises for guests who were looking forward to have dinner in one of them, only to find out that they were closed.
Last comment is about the Pool landscape. Even if your concept wants to represent class and quality, some more music volume at the pool bar would be desirable.
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“ Extraordinary Resort, extraordinary people
Oasis582019,
Jul 09 2019
We went to this resort for 10 days, and can honestly state that it was the best vacation ever. The staff were extraordinary, all across the board. The manager, Jorge, runs a tight ship. Nothing is...
We went to this resort for 10 days, and can honestly state that it was the best vacation ever. The staff were extraordinary, all across the board. The manager, Jorge, runs a tight ship. Nothing is overlooked. As an example, we have children with special dietary concerns. The chef went out of his way to be sure everything was cooked to perfection. If we had the space on the page, we could comment on all of the extraordinary staff.
We have been to many resorts that were "Leading Hotels of the World." Some do not live up to the name, but Vila Vita sets a new standard. Truly an amazing place. Forget the south of France, or trips to Mykonos. You really need to go to Vila Vita. This resort is owned by Germans, who know how to run a hotel. And the staff are predominantly Portuguese, who are the friendliest people in the world.
Family, Oasis 57 and 58
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“ luxury around every corner
laurjs3, Denver, Colorado
Jul 09 2019
This hotel was the nicest we have ever stayed at and far surpassed our expectations. We had wonderful encounters with all of the staff. Loved having the kids club for our girls ages 5 and 7. The...
This hotel was the nicest we have ever stayed at and far surpassed our expectations. We had wonderful encounters with all of the staff. Loved having the kids club for our girls ages 5 and 7. The grounds were gorgeous and well maintained. We stayed just outside the resort gates in the vila vita parc apartments and the accommodation was spacious and clean and perfectly furnished. We loved the included breakfasts every morning and our meals in the restaurants were great. The other guests were all friendly and we made some friends across the globe.
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“ Absolutely Outstanding!!!!!
Voyager918, Scarsdale, New York
Jul 08 2019
No exaggeration.. this IS the complete property
If you are traveling without kids and can swing it I recommend staying at The Residence.. it???s ideally located near the adult breakfast, the beach and...
No exaggeration.. this IS the complete property
If you are traveling without kids and can swing it I recommend staying at The Residence.. it???s ideally located near the adult breakfast, the beach and offers quiet, great privacy and wonderful views .. Recommend the 2nd (we were in 255 and loved it) floor or above.. ground floor can have a lawn full of people or the massage hut blocking the view.. The grounds are stunning and if the beach is too small for you they have a shuttle every hour to the magnificent Ocean beach where there are first row loungers for hotel guests and 10 k clean and beautiful beach..for terrific long walks.. note that the water this time of year is a very chilly 65.. they do have a beautiful heated adults pool.. love the shop also that???s dedicated to Portuguese arts and products..
also recommend a trip to the local pottery shop for a more extensive selection..
Ocean Restaurant was creatively fun with inventive delicious dishes
The two beach restaurants are also terrific ..
My only recommendation is for daily yoga classes in the Am .. they offer a daily 12 noon fitness class.. not a great time ..
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“ The pearl of Algarve
JosefS612, Ostrava, Czech Republic
Jul 07 2019
This is simply an amazing resort. In reality, it actually looks even better than on photos. The rooms are really pretty, the whole place is very nicely maintained and the parc is beautiful and full...
This is simply an amazing resort. In reality, it actually looks even better than on photos. The rooms are really pretty, the whole place is very nicely maintained and the parc is beautiful and full of life. The staff is very friendly, heplfull and generally the service quality is very high. We were especially appreciating the room service.
One thing to consider. We booked a Deluxe Room Ocean View. We received a room in the first floor on the end of the building where the actual view was significantly limited. On the other hand, you have more privacy here so depends what you prefer (we were fine and did not request any change). So if you only care about the view from the room, you could be dissapointed.
Totally, we spent four magic days in the resort. I believe a part of good review is at least one recommendation for improvement. Well, considering the fact that majority of people leave the resort with a car, it would be nice to receive a bottle of water for the trip (better than to stop at first gas station).
We can strongly recommend this place and I am sure we will come back, next time for more ocean view :-)
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