- 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 November 2018 - 21 June 2019 and 25 August - 31 October 2019.
Save up to 10% discount on the hotel price for holidays between 22 June - 24 August 2019 booked by 31 January 2019.
Resort credit
Stay for 4 nights or more between 01 November 2018 - 31 March 2019 and receive €50 resort credit per room per stay to use on food, beverages or spa services at the resort.
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.
Based on 1925 traveller reviews
94% of travellers recommended this hotel
Travellers Ratings
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Reviews
“ Still good - but now too pretentious for us....
cheam1, Cheam
Dec 10 2018
As per previous review we have been coming here for 20+ years...and have, in the past, really enjoyed it....
But after putting up with much renovation work over last few years on annual visits we...
As per previous review we have been coming here for 20+ years...and have, in the past, really enjoyed it....
But after putting up with much renovation work over last few years on annual visits we have decided not to come again for some time....there was yet another broken promise about there being no renovation work....and loved the sound of diggers by the pool...not....
Service from non-regular staff is not good - and food has become pretentious....lunchtime offering and service at Whale inadequate...breakfast limited and not anywhere near 5* standards...
"New" pool is very poorly designed...
GM lacks any connection to guests...
And this is reflected in guest experience...
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“ Great place
Passenger06254740988, New York City, New York
Dec 08 2018
Highly recommend. I’m sure it’s phenomenal in peak season. Great place to stay. The facilities are clean and beautiful. The food was fantastic. The beach is small but beautiful. Cute shops there as...
Highly recommend. I’m sure it’s phenomenal in peak season. Great place to stay. The facilities are clean and beautiful. The food was fantastic. The beach is small but beautiful. Cute shops there as well.
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“ Great service, wonderful staff
Sightseer54884190280, Petersfield, United Kingdom
Dec 04 2018
As regular visitors to Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa we are always so impressed with the wonderful customer service we receive. We thoroughly enjoy every visit and look forward to returning - again and...
As regular visitors to Vila Vita Parc Resort & Spa we are always so impressed with the wonderful customer service we receive. We thoroughly enjoy every visit and look forward to returning - again and again! Lovely to see some old faces - Carlos in the Adega, Francisco in Customer Services (thank you for the recommendation to visit Monsaraz and the wine and food suggestions - we really enjoyed our trip there).
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“ Fantastic resort hotel
LordN_12,
Dec 02 2018
We stayed here with a large family group - 3 generations from 2 - 70 years old. The hotel staff were excellent and could not have been more helpful. The kids club is great and allows the parents a...
We stayed here with a large family group - 3 generations from 2 - 70 years old. The hotel staff were excellent and could not have been more helpful. The kids club is great and allows the parents a little bit of free-time to enjoy the other facilities at the hotel.
We stayed in a family suite, meaning the kids had their own bedroom and this was perfect for our 4 day stay.
The restaurants were lovely, all serving very high quality food. The only complaint we had the whole time was that the service in the Whale restaurant was slow at times, but we were not in a rush so it was no big deal.
The hotel also own a restaurant on the other side of the town on beach, which is perfect for a long lay lunch. Also great for the kids as they could run around safely on the beach. The hotel provide a shuttle bus to take you there and back.
We will definitely go back but it is expensive so unlikely to become an annual thing. As is always the case you get what you pay for so, although it is expensive it is worth it.
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“ Excellent
748arthurs, Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Nov 19 2018
Again for the third time i a row first or second week november we had a golf break at Vila Vita.Reception friendly and very helpfull our Oasis family suite 4 adult people very clean daily update on...
Again for the third time i a row first or second week november we had a golf break at Vila Vita.Reception friendly and very helpfull our Oasis family suite 4 adult people very clean daily update on everything such sa refresments fruits minibar. The various choice of differant restaurants we had daily diner in atr a other location and all are good in food anddrinks some even excellent.Only small minor note there was second half of the week a big BMW event which ment some of the locations were not accessible for other regular guests.
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