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Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux

5.0 star property

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Avenida Tomás Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, 8500-820
  • Place, Rocha Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Três Castelos Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Algarve Casino
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Portimao (PRM)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

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Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • City view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Premium Double or Twin Room, Partial Ocean View

Premium Double or Twin Room, Partial Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Partial ocean view
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Sea View

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Sea View

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 31 sq m
  • 12 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Junior Suite, City View

Junior Suite, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 41 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, Balcony, Ocean View

Suite, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Beach view
  • 64 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room

Comfort Double or Twin Room

  • Beach view
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Junior Suite, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 41 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room

Superior Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 19 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Premium Double Room, Sea View

Premium Double Room, Sea View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sea view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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About the area

Portimão

A stay at Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux places you in the heart of Portimão, a 1-minute drive from Rocha Beach and 11 minutes from Slide and Splash Water Park. .This beach hotel is 8.2 mi (13.1 km) from Carvoeiro Beach and 12.9 mi (20.8 km) from Marinha Beach.

What's nearby

  • Rocha Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Portimão Harbor - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Três Castelos Beach - 9 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Algarve Casino - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Portimão Marina - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Coffeine & Brunch - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Sol Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hollywood Steak House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Castelos - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Casalinho - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux

Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. Smart televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

This Portimão hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a sauna, a fitness center, and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Bela Vista Spa has 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Make yourself at home in one of the 38 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and Smart televisions. Your room comes with a Select Comfort bed. Wired and wireless internet access is complimentary, and flat-screen televisions with cable programming provide entertainment. Private bathrooms with showers feature rainfall showerheads and complimentary toiletries.
Pamper yourself with a visit to the spa, which offers massages, body treatments, and facials. You're sure to appreciate the recreational amenities, including a sauna, a fitness center, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and shopping on site.
Enjoy international cuisine at Vista Restaurante, a beachfront restaurant where you can take in the ocean view and dine alfresco. You can also stay in and take advantage of the 24-hour room service. Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired internet access, a 24-hour business center, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and self parking (subject to charges) is available onsite.
Vista Restaurante - This beachfront fine-dining restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy alfresco dining (weather permitting). 1-star Michelin rating. Reservations are required.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

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)
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

More

  • 2 floors
  • 3 buildings
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1918
  • Smoke-free property

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 at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between January 02 and March 03.

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
Cribs (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 year round. Other exemptions or reductions might 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; hot 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 141 out of 190 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 190 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 10 out of 190 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 190 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 190 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard, Franklin

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
What great service! I was a very enjoyable stay. The breakfast was excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful rooms and amenities. Staff were very kind and accomodating
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Canadian here. After 17 days of touring Portugal, this final stop was the icing on the cake. Opulence around every corner! Gated, beautiful location right on the beach. The pool area is exactly what you’d expect from a five star hotel. Breakfast overlooking the beach was magic. For my Canadian friends, think a smaller version of one of our CN hotels. Luxurious.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bela Vista was ideally located next to the beach, but an oasis of calm and with Portuguese character. Excellent staff, lovely pool and outstanding dining.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vinny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roya

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muyideen

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Annushree

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Doye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chasia

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning property… exquisite dining experience. Extremely attentive staff. Breakfast was amazing, including the views. Pool was very relaxing. Gym is well equipped. Housekeeping was above and beyond… fresh towels often, turn-down every evening with a little treat. Very reasonably priced for the amenities and service! We would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
BEAUTIFUL property, amazong staff, not at all worth the premium prices. We stayed in a few other hotels in Portugal on this trip. All of them were significantly less expensivw, just as clean, offered all of the same amenities, and were a better value for the money.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property set on a cliff overlooking the sea. The service was outstanding with incredibly beautiful decor. Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

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

Orla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night 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