Location

This elegant luxury hotel is ideally situated by the marina of Vilamoura and the kilometre-long Praia da Marina Beach. An abundance of shops and entertainment venues are located in the immediate vicinity. There is a golf course 1 km away and Faro airport is 24 km away.

Facilities

The resort has 21 suites and 362 double rooms, which are located on 10 storeys and are reachable by lift. The reception desk is open round the clock. A baggage storage service, a safe and a currency exchange service are available. Wireless internet access allows guests to stay connected while on holiday. The tour desk offers assistance with booking excursions. The resort offers various facilities for guests with disabilities. Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available. There are also a number of shops that make for great strolling and browsing. The grounds of the resort feature a playground and a lovely garden. Additional amenities include a newspaper stand, a TV room, a playroom and a library. Guests arriving by car can park their vehicles in the garage or in the car park. Other services include a 24-hour security service, a babysitting service, a childcare service, a car hire service, medical assistance, a transfer service, room service, a laundry service, a hairdresser, a coin-operated laundry and a hotel shuttle bus. Active guests can make use of the bicycle hire service to explore the surrounding area. Complimentary newspapers are available. A business centre with fax machine and projector is available.

Rooms

The rooms have a living room, a kitchen and a bathroom, as well as air conditioning and central heating. Guests can enjoy the sea view from a balcony or terrace. All rooms are carpeted and have a double bed or a sofa bed. Separate bedrooms are available. Children's beds can be requested for younger guests. A safe and a minibar are also available. Additional features include a mini fridge and a tea/coffee station. A direct dial telephone, a television with satellite/cable channels, a radio and WiFi are provided as well. Bathrooms are equipped with a shower and a bathtub. A hairdryer, bathrobes and a telephone are provided. Guests can also book wheelchair-friendly rooms with wheelchair-accessible bathrooms. The resort has family rooms and non-smoking rooms.

Sports/Entertainment

There are indoor and outdoor pools and a children's swimming area. Refreshing drinks at the pool bar and a relaxing soak in the hot tub offer the perfect way to unwind. A short break or an entire afternoon on the sun terrace, which features sun loungers and parasols, is time well spent. The resort offers an extensive outdoor sports programme, including cycling/mountain biking, tennis, beach volleyball, volleyball, crazy golf and golf. With windsurfing, sailing, catamaraning, snorkelling and diving available, fans of water sports will have plenty to choose from. Guests can enjoy a wide range of indoor sports, including a gym, table tennis, billiards, yoga and callisthenics. There is a wellness area with a spa, a sauna, a steam bath, a hammam, massage treatments and a solarium. Subject to charge: a beauty salon. Additional leisure activities include an entertainment programme, a kids' club and live music.

Meals

Dining facilities include a non-smoking restaurant, a dining room, a café and a bar. Catering options include bed and breakfast, half board and full board. For breakfast, lunch and dinner, guests serve themseves at the buffet or choose their preferred fare from the menu (for lunch and dinner). Special culinary options, such as diet meals, are also available. The complex also offers special catering options.

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