Bela Vista Hotel & Spa - Relais & Chateaux

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Mooie locatie, direct aan het strand, zeer gedienstig personeel en luxe ervaring.

Het restaurant met Michelin ster was prima maar met € 650 voor 2 personen wel teveel aan de prijs voor wat ij gewend zijn bij vergelijkbare restaurants in Zuid-Europa.

A wonderful stay to celebrate my birthday. Our room was light and spacious with a great view of the beach and sea. We ate in the Vista restaurant and it was quite exceptional, with so many different tastes from the locally sourced produce. And the staff were without exception attentive and courteous, without ever being intrusive. Of course, this all comes at a price. But, if your budget allows, then I cannot recommend the hotel strongly enough

Only staying one night...

The property is amazing….the attention to detail is superb!! The staff is the best, so accommodating ! Rooms were immaculate . But I think the best part of our stay was lunch at BELA and dinner at Vista. To have an amazing stay and also the best food is a win!!

Staff and service.

Unfortunately, the property is surrounded by Portimão’s very tall buildings. From the photos shown before booking, it looks as though it is located on a fairly secluded beach, whereas in reality it is right in the middle of town, surrounded by tall and rather unattractive buildings. The villa itself could be very beautiful, but the rooms, and especially the bathrooms, are definitely in need of renovation. In my opinion, it is certainly not up to the standard of the other Relais & Châteaux properties I have stayed at. I have absolutely nothing negative to say about the staff. The only disappointing detail was that, the day after check-out, I received an email informing me that I had been charged €6 for some crisps that were in the room, despite there being no price list provided. It is obviously not about the six euros, but after spending €2,000 for two rooms for just one night, it did make me smile. Overall, this is definitely not a hotel I would recommend to guests who are accustomed to the standards of Relais & Châteaux properties.

Excellent, stylish, service outstanding. Rooms great and ambience feels exclusive. Pool area is fantastic , private and quiet. Restaurant very good and all staff goes beyond expectations to make your stay great. Thank you!!!

A fantastic hotel. The location is right in a tourist area overlooking the beach but it's set back away from the crowds so it's quiet and peaceful. The room we stayed in was pure luxury. We stayed during our anniversary and the staff could not do anymore to make it feel special for us. All the staff went out of their way to wish us well. The pool area and dining area are beautiful and not having to rush out to get a table or sun lounger was such a luxury. This is definitely somewhere to go.

Superb augmented by a friendly, professional and supportive staff. High recommend allround. Special shout out to Beatrix who was an incredible concierge...worth planning ypur stay in advance.

The property and the rooms. Excellent breakfast as well. Very kind and professional staff.

Accessing the hotel. Getting to the property by rental car in the evening with the streets filled with people and not knowing we needed a code number to enter a street with a pin and not having the code number. We drove in circles for an hour.

Tolles Hotel. Klassisch. Sehr schöne stilvolle Einrichtung. Sehr gute Gastronomie. Sehr zuvorkommendes Personal.

Lage inmitten eines hochfrequentierten Badeortes. Blick auf die umgebenden „Betonburgen“.

localização do pequeno almoço top

quarto pequeno com casa de banho minima

The most wonderful hotel in the Algarve! Exceptional service, stunning property and outstanding touches at every turn! Probably one of the most extraordinary hotels I’ve ever stayed at! Even having a partial ocean view we had zero complaints as every room had exceedingly extraordinary views! Highly accommodating to my daughter with celiac disease! Special shout out to Vera at reception for offering excellent service and to all the pool attendants, waiters and the staff serving the outstanding breakfast buffet! If you have the chance to stay at the Bela Vista do not hesitate for a moment! Highly recommend.

We had an incredible stay at the Bela Vista. It was stunning and the staff were wonderful. The food was delicious, especially the breakfast! Our room was so beautiful and spacious. The pool set up was wonderful and the temperature was perfect. It was quiet even though the hotel was at full capacity. It felt so romantic and special. I would highly recommend this hotel and would come again!

We loved everything about this hotel! It was amazing, cannot fault a single thing! Thank you to all of the staff for making our stay so incredible!

Nothing not to like!

The staff all exceptional, the service and best of all the Vista restaurant. Worthy of 3 Michelin stars not 1. The chef is amazing the seafood tasting menu incredible. I am not a seafood lover but enjoyed every single thing. The crab doughnut out of this world. Feel so lucky to have experienced the meal. Lovely chef who takes his work seriously and everyone makes you feel so welcome.

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Service Cleanliness

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Bela vita restaurant for lunch for son birthday: outstanding food, very professional service and special touches. Thanks to pastry chef who prepared an amazing cake as a surprise for my son ( not requested ). Amazing place, second time!

stilvolles Hotel, historisches Gebäude am Meer mit richtig tollem Pool und 1A Service, perfekte Küche

Perhaps the most beautiful, well run hotel I’ve ever visited. Fun and stylish without being pretentious or fussy. Incredibly helpful and kind team working here. Our room in the “beach house” section was impeccable; the bed was beyond comfortable and the outdoor furnishings made lingering by the sea perfect for morning coffee and evening stargazing. The pool and service by the pool was perfect. Attention to detail is everywhere; the chaise cushions by the pool are thicker than most hotel mattresses and made of the most beautiful fabric. Breakfast was bountiful and delicious. Dinners at both Vista and Bella are a must! My only note of caution is that it takes a good 45 minutes to get to Lagos from here with all of the summer traffic and roundabouts every half mile so we didn’t quite get to explore the surrounding Algarve to the extent we had hoped. But the property is so beautiful and we were never in a rush to leave.

We gave a lot of thought to which hotel to choose for the final of our trip to Portugal. Bela Vista was the best decision we could have made! It offered a beachfront location, a beautiful historic building, excellent service, rooms with a sea view, wonderful food, a spa where you just want to linger, and—above all—the people: we felt so welcome and warmly received. Every wish was fulfilled. We extend our sincere thanks and hope to visit again.

The rooms are good. The staff are excellent. The pool area is great. Their best restaurant is as good as it gets. The other restaurant is also very good as is the food around the pool. The location is ideal as the hotel and grounds are private and quiet but the town is just outside the gates.

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Absolutely stunning hotel, with impeccable staff and outrageously pretty facilities. It really made the holiday. Despite being just a few minutes from the beach, we found ourselves spending our day by the private pool and loungers. Pampered is in understatement. They made such an effort for a partners birthday and anniversary, that we were genuinely touched by the level of service afforded to us. They also provided excellent recommendations and offered to make reservations for us. Breakfast was an absolute treat too. Well worth the cost.

This is beautiful place with 5 star experience . Everything was perfect . It was my birthday wkend and the staff of the hotel made it exceptional . There is nothing I would improve. Amazing breakfast , everything was spotless

We had an excellent experience. Prior to arriving we were in Lisbon seeing the sights with family. We then travelled by train to spend several days on the beach at Bela Vista. The entire experience was 5 star. The accommodations were comfortable, the food amazing and the overall peace and relaxation was just what we were looking for. The staff make it a truly memorable experience. We hope to return!

Our home from home, absolute love this hotel, one of the best relais chateux in the world. Rooms are large and beautifully decorated, breakfast and view Is second to none, pool is laid back and quiet. Service is amazing, heaven once you go through the gates. Highly recommend the spa. Only change id make is to make the pool more accessible

This hotel has bed bugs! This was a total disappointment. We are a dual doctor couple that is very well traveled, and we often travel to Europe twice per year. We picked this hotel because it looked like a luxury property that was very clean. When we arrived, the door to our room did not work so they switched us to a different room after hours of waiting. We awoke the next day to three bedbugs on our pillow we took pictures of the bedbugs attached below and told management. They went into our room without asking while we were waiting in the hotel lobby and said there were no bedbugs. We had actually saved one bug in a cup just to show them and we showed them all of the bites on our bodies very consistent with bedbug bites. The hotel pool and bar were being used for a private event and were not usable that evening. This is an expensive hotel that is not worth your money. I would certainly not recommend it especially if you don’t want to get bitten by bedbugs.

Fun experience: impressive property, friendly service, great cliff views, and an amazing flagship restaurant. Do not miss Vista and chef João Oliveira. Spectacular!

My only regret was not staying here longer. This is easily one of, if not the nicest hotels I’ve ever stayed at. Not to mention that the staffs attention to detail and hospitality is PHENOMENAL. If anyone is looking at spending time in the Algarve I recommend making this your home base and traveling around to the other cities from there. 10/10 experience and we will be back

Our family loved our time at Bela Vista. While Portimao was more developed and busier than we expected, the hotel itself was an oasis, and the food and experience recommendations from the hotel guaranteed delicious meals and special memories for our family.

We had an amazing stay at this wonderful hotel from when we checked in to when we left. Every detail was taken care of and all member’s of staff were so attentive and took great pride in their work and working in such a special place. We ate at the restaurant which wasn’t just a meal it was an experience and one we won’t forget. The skill, originality and appreciation for the food and traditions of the Algarve brought to life on a plate in a unique way!

The location is perfect! The staff were attentive upon arrival and throughout the entire stay. The rooms are gorgeous and the spa is a must visit!

Our third time here. Excellent service and Vista restaurant exceptional. Great room. Great breakfast. Great bar. Constant music (greatest hits not sung by the original artists) around the pool and outdoor eating area very annoying - too loud and inappropriate for the setting. Listening to the waves during the day and some jazz or piano in the evening would be much better. Food at the Bella restaurant was underwhelming - it should be much better at this hotel. Try going to Hexigone or Gaspacho e Migas for inspiration. If being very picky, no jeans and trainers and no watching football on a mobile or making calls at the table in the Vista restaurant would be preferable as it detracts from the experience.

Smaller boutique hotels can be a real delight. Bela Vista exemplifies the very best qualities of the Relais & Chateaux group of hotels. The immaculate team who work in the hotel really enjoy providing a friendly and incredibly helpful approach to supporting guests during their stay. The level of service was extremely high and we could not find fault anywhere with the staff and the hotel systems. We stayed in a beautiful bedroon overlooking what the hotel calls the "village" and the pool - Room 105. It is a large suite with rich colouring, amazing furnishing, and wonderful tiling around the entire bedroom - not all the rooms are like this of course but we felt very spoilt! The room and hotel were both immaculate - no sign of wear and tear anywhere and spotlessly clean. throughout the public areas as well as the bedrooms and bathrooms. Breakfasts were ample and the quality first class - one of the best hotel buffet breakfasts we have experienced. The food during the day and evening was served either in the swimming pool restaurant or bar food served less formally by the pool - again both excellent. The Vista restaurant, holding one Michelin star was excellent, a 9 course taster menu including a trip to the kitchen and a chance to meet the chef too. The food was beautifully presented by the front of house team and the kitchen. The food was complex, consistent and crafted by the team to a high level. There were many different cheffing skills shown and I felt I could easily have been sitting in Lyon rather than Portimao - albeit the food itself felt entirely Portugese. Well worth the one star and well done to all the chefs and front of house team for a great experience. The balance between the waiting staff enthusiasm over the food and the diners' ambition for a bit of privacy and personal chat was sometimes imbalanced We don't like loud noise or music in the fresh air so found the swimming pool music intrusive. We would much prefer to listen to the water and the birds than the Pet Shop Boys or Beyonce. Perhaps the swimming pool team should ask the guests around the pool as to whether they also want to listen to the team's choice of pop music at their youthful choice of volume. Had we asked the staff I am sure they would have accommodated us but its just annoying that they don't ask us first. Something for the hotel management to consider? The hotel has a spa in the grounds which was well used by guests and ourselves who enjoyed the treatments and the professionals that provided those treatments. Spotlessly clean everywhere but our visit was spoilt by the fact that the facilities of the spa were not great. The sauna was not working, the steam room was far too hot for comfort, and the splash pool had a green tinge with only very modest pressure from the jets. Such a shame BUT the L'Occitane treatments and the treatment rooms were lovely. This is a hotel of two sides. The back of the hotel offers truly stunning views of the coast line and beaches. . The front of the hotel is different due to what the hotel calls "the village" - our room had a "village" view rather than a sea view. We describe this hotel as an oasis because it has to be acknowledged that the "village" which surrounds it at the front of the hotel offers a very different type of holiday experience It is not a pretty Algarve "village" but rather a large number of ugly high rise apartment blocks catered mainly by modestly priced restaurants and bars which are located on the same street as the hotel. Inside the secure gates of the hotel the guest is completely oblivious to the "village". Outside of the hotel is a totally different world catering for those seeking a different holiday experience. Notwithstanding the "village", we would definitely recommend this lovely, charming and beautiful hotel for the very best Algarve hotel experience.

Well this is a beautiful hotel. Fantastic views from our room. 218. Make sure you book a sea view. The pool although cold is refreshing. The staff are truly amazing, nothing is too much trouble for them. They are always available when you need them without interfering with your enjoyment of the day. The quality of the furnishings and fittings are exceptional. The hotel is spotless. There is an amazing amount of seating available inside and outside. We are on our last day of seven and are disappointed we didn't book 14 nights. We will certainly be coming back for a second visit. The hotel is perfectly placed on the coast with plenty of very good quality restaurants a short walk away. We didn't try the Michelin star restaurant in the hotel as we are shellfish lovers, however other guests have stated that it was an amazing experience.

位置，设施不错，吃得也不错

我住的房间窗帘遮光性太差，可能宾馆是为了氛围感为了美，但是用这种窗帘早上很早房间就会很亮，我对光很敏感根本睡不着。如果换成遮光性好的窗帘就好了，其他都还不错

This small boutique hotel in the middle of Praia da Rocha is simply exceptional! It is an oasis of calm and luxury, with a level of service that few other establishments could match.

Absolutely nothing, the staff have thought of everything to make a stay here pleasurable.

We enjoyed a fabulous lunch experience at this restaurant. (We were not staying at the hotel. )

What an amazing hotel! We had a wonderful stay. Even in March, breakfast on the terrace was wonderful. Great room with a view. Fantastic cocktails in the bar. Highly recommend. If arriving by car, not that the hotel is on a one-way street that's blocked by a barrier. You will need a code from the hotel to open the gate. Google maps likely won't take you the correct way.

We had a wonderful two night stay. We were made very welcome by all the staff, the room and views were fantastic. We enjoyed a delightful evening meal and the breakfasts were amazing.

La struttura è bella, purtroppo con alle spalle palazzoni che non si vedono nella foto di presentazione

Il rapporto qualità prezzo è decisamente sbilanciato, si paga a parte anche il parking benché il prezzo della stanza fosse decisamente elevato anche tenendo conto del periodo

Great hotel with superb food - but VERY expensive!

Beautiful property on the beach . Lovely rooms and fabulous breakfast. Extremely kind and polite staff.

I had quality time here it’s clean and well organized

Our stay at Hotel Bela Vista in Praia da Rocha was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, we were welcomed with warmth and genuine hospitality that made us feel truly special. The hotel itself is absolutely stunning — a beautifully restored historic mansion that perfectly blends classic charm with modern luxury. Every detail, from the elegant décor to the breathtaking ocean views, creates an atmosphere of sophistication and tranquility. The rooms are tastefully designed, extremely comfortable, and impeccably clean. The attention to detail is evident everywhere. The service deserves special recognition. The staff go above and beyond to ensure every guest feels cared for. One of the absolute highlights of our stay was dinner at the hotel’s restaurant. The food was outstanding — beautifully presented, creative, and full of flavour. Each dish felt like a work of art, perfectly paired with excellent service and an incredible seaside setting. Breakfast was another highlight — fresh, delicious and beautifully presented, Enjoying it with the ocean as a backdrop made it even more special. The location is perfect: directly on Praia da Rocha, with easy access to the beach. Absolutely five stars!

The most amazing beach hotel & luxury experience in the south of Portugal. Professional & very kind team, wonderful decoration and facilities (the pool area is outstanding) and the view to the beach is simply breath taking! Not to miss the experience at the VISTA Michelin restaurant!

Everything was perfect. Service, rooms, breakfast, pool, view, food, etc

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Everything. Food is excellent( especially the bar) breathtaking view. Amazing service. Welcoming and caring staff. The gem in portimao!

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Honestly, nothing stood out in a positive way. The overall experience did not meet expectations, and the hotel across the street (Hotel da Rocha) offers significantly better value and quality.

The bathroom walls had visible cracks, and the shower head was broken and leaking. The bedroom light kept flickering and turning on and off by itself. The shower cubicle was extremely small and not suitable for anyone of average or larger build. I also felt that guests placed in rooms outside the main building were treated differently, and one staff member near the pool behaved in a way that came across as discriminatory. Overall, considering the issues and the experience, the price does not match the value, especially when compared with the hotel across the street.

Het ontbijt is helemaal top! Ook leuk, ant je ontvangt een persoonlijk ontbijt in combinatie met een buffet, erg leuk om zo bediend te worden.

Alles was goed!

groot en rustig

An exquisite place to spend an afternoon on the terrace of this hotel — it truly deserves its Michelin star and its Relais & Châteaux title. The service was excellent: attentive, warm, and highly professional, all in a peaceful setting with sea views. The dishes we tried were exquisite — full of flavor, elegantly presented, and perfectly balanced. The fresh oysters were outstanding, the beef tenderloin was of superb quality, and every side dish complemented the main courses beautifully. The dessert was homemade, crafted with attention to detail, presentation, and decoration — absolutely perfect. Highly recommended.

Alles, uitstraling, ligging, faciliteiten, personeel, service.

Niets

Swimming pool . Restaurant with very nice food

In a very ugly area. Poor rooms: horrible lighting, floors so ugly . Asked money for the spa

I made this reservation through a third party, and although it was no fault of the hotel, I did not receive any pre arrival information. Consequently our arrival by car was a bit challenging because we required a code to get through a barrier to a pedestrian street. We also missed out on excursion information. The hotel is beautiful and no detail has been overlooked. Our room in the blue house was a bit cramped but it was so aesthetically pleasing. The pool area is a well layed out, peaceful spot. We felt that service was inconsistent as some staff members were very helpful and accomadating, and others were less so.

An absolutely beautiful hotel, in a spectacular location. Warm and welcoming staff, wonderful rooms, comfortable beds, terrific food.

We stayed with friends at this beautiful resort. We enjoyed the food; both the Michelin Star dinner and the hotel restaurant were top notch. The pool was serene and easy to get a seat any time of day (we were slightly off season in October). We had some very awesome massages at the spa as well. Overall, we felt welcome and well cared for in this gorgeous resort. Only criticism is that the rooms are small / space is tight.

Our stay at the Bel Vista Hotel was the perfect conclusion to our trip through Portugal. The beaches nearby are absolutely beautiful, offering breathtaking views and a relaxing atmosphere. The hotel’s luxury pool, with its stunning ocean views, is nothing short of magnificent and provided a wonderful spot to unwind. The hotel itself is welcoming and ideally situated in the heart of town, making it easy to explore the local area bars and restaurants . Our room was comfortable, with a beautiful balcony overlooking the ocean, and the air conditioning worked perfectly, ensuring a pleasant environment to retreat to after a day of adventures. Overall, Bel Vista Hotel was an ideal backdrop for a memorable vacation. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to enjoy the beauty of Portugal!

It would be hard to find anywhere else in the Algarve that offers such exceptional customer service as at The Bela Vista. The staff there really understand what world-class customer service is and its one of the most outstanding things about this hotel. Of course, the building, the rooms, the dining, the ambiance are all exquisite. But its the service here that makes all the difference.

Très belle maison, piscine chauffée très agréable

This is a stunningly beautiful hotel with the most caring, considerate staff imaginable. This was our 4th visit and will definitely return in the future. The restaurants are fabulous. The pool area is exceptional. We stayed in a deluxe room which was so well appointed with a sea view. There are so many special little touches that make this hotel so special. It’s highly recommended.

Beautiful place, very charming with fantastic view over the beach and the Atlantic. Rooms are nice and very good service. Whole property is very clean. We heard in the night mainly the waves on the sandy beach. The pool is beautiful and heated. The food (only Bistro) was very good and also the drinks, wine and the service team!

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.

This is a charming hotel with excellent food, kind service, beautiful decoration and nice view on the beach and the sea. The staff was always there to help. Only the environnement around is not at the level.

Beautiful building and wonderful staff. Our experience started weeks before we arrived with the wonderful concierge who arrange restaurants and other activities for us. On arrival we were initially surprised at the location amongst the kaos of the tourist strip (compared to the photos which make it look like the hotel is on an isolated headland away from anything). But the experience was wonderful and luxurious and all the experiences they helped organise were fabulous (esp the private boat trip and the winery visit)

“My stay at Bela Vista Hotel & Spa was truly wonderful in every way. The property is stunning, combining history with modern comfort, and the location right on Praia da Rocha is unbeatable. The staff were warm, attentive, and made me feel genuinely welcome throughout my stay. My room was spacious, beautifully decorated, and very comfortable, with a balcony offering amazing views. Breakfast was delicious and refined, with plenty of options to start the day in the best way. Every detail, from the spa to the overall atmosphere, exceeded my expectations. Without a doubt, one of the best hotel experiences I’ve had in Portugal.”

Location

Room was too small

The Hotel is very disappointing. The room was very small and not the standard you would expect for the price paid. The Hotel needs a serious upgrade. The food in Vista was disappointing - we had the cataplan and did not contain the fish they promised Turbot and seabass. Instead it was baccalu dried cod which had been overcooked. Service was excellent throughout the hotel. But it did not seem like a Relais Chateau hotel standard. we would not return nor recommend this hotel.

My wife and I stayed for two days and three nights. On the first day, the property had no WiFi. (Of course, that doesn’t constitute a crisis, but it’s a stated amenity, one that’s particularly valuable to international travelers like us.) Neither the issue nor the attempts to resolve it were communicated to guests, and no apology was communicated to guests once WiFi was restored at 8 PM. That same day, the pool and the bar/restaurant area by the pool were closed at 5 PM for a private event. (This area represents the entirety of the usable outdoor leisure space on the property.) Although we were informed of the event several days before our arrival, no adjustments were made to the cost of our reservation. We were expected to pay the full cost of a partial day. As a consolation, the hotel offered to exclude the service fee from any room service orders for guests not attending the private event. On the second day, the hotel’s street experienced a water outage. We were informed of this at 8 AM and offered jugs of water for showering. No further offerings or communication were provided to guests until water was restored at 7 PM. That same day, the pool and the bar/restaurant area by the pool were closed for an unknown reason. The towels and cushions covering the chairs were removed, and the window to the bar was shut. When we asked concierge about the status of both, we were told they were open. They were never open that day. Lastly, on the morning of our departure, which was set for 6 AM, the overhead lights, the phone, and several of the outlets in our room weren’t functional. Based on our walk to the front desk and the checkout process, the rest of the property was experiencing no electrical issues. We understand things happen and that some things are outside the hotel’s control, but what’s always in the hotel’s control is how it responds—the communication it provides to guests and the efforts it makes to support the guest experience when the unexpected happens. When Bela Vista was faced with the unexpected, we felt its response was that of a shrug and a “Good luck!” Perhaps that’s expected, maybe even acceptable, at a hotel that doesn’t have five stars, but that’s not an excuse Bela Vista can use. Ultimately, after sharing our opinions and concerns with management, we were told we would be refunded for one night, but this came after hours of back-and-forth communication. It should be noted we haven’t received the refund yet, and the front desk was unable/unwilling to provide any documentation at checkout confirming the refund is forthcoming. Bela Vista is certainly not a five-star hotel in our book, and we would not recommend it to any Portuguese or international travelers looking to stay in the Portimão/Praia da Rocha area.

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.

We really wanted to like this place! 1st the good: Breakfast was the highlight of our stay. Served on a beautiful terrace overlooking the ocean, it had a great hot and cold selection. It was a pleasure to linger every morning. The pool area is very pleasant and relaxing, although the deck is in desperate need of restraining. The bar serves good snacks and we enjoyed our time by the pool. The main house is colorful and well restored, and is what you see on the website pictures. Now the bad: We had a junior suite with an ocean view in the garden house with an extra bed set up for our daughter in the living room (sliding doors). We were charged an extra 200 E per night for it. We wrote ahead to ask for a balcony. When we arrived we were told that a room with a balcony was not available. The room was pleasant looking, but uncomfortable in almost every respect. Not a single dresser to unpack. Narrow sliding door closet. Room door was broken twice, and we had to call reception. Little ants were crawling all over including my daughter’s bed; we did not call for fear they would spray with harsh chemicals while we were there. The bathroom was so very dated. Imagine plastic counter and walls; no tile or stone anywhere. No place to plug in your phone by the bed; one outlet on each side, and one of the 2 was occupied by the hotel phone. So you had unplug theirs to plug in yours. WiFi did not work 2 out 4 nights we were there. We called, and nothing was done. The room had a view of the ocean, but the building itself is over the parking lot which ruins the setting and the view. Finally, the hotel location itself (and this is not their fault), is very unpleasant. Its on a seedy commercial street that lacks any European charm. Think Myrtle beach. Its extremely crowded and full of greasy eateries, tattoo parlors and 1 dollar souvenir shops. Overall, if you are looking for an elegant European seaside experience, this is not it.

Beautiful place and top notch service. Even though the area got touristy the hotel has maintained its reputation and charm. The service is incredible and even when I was a little sick they brought me crackers and tea.

Disappointing Experience. Not a Relais and Chateaus experience. Design/Style/Quality-5 -ish star yes, but otherwise sorry to say, NO. Beautiful place for novices, but for experienced seasoned travelers, things are in need of obvious improvement. Blatant Note: I had previously written a rather nasty scathing trip advisor review when we returned, mainly due to the fact that the management did adequately not resolve my numerous issues, ( or bother) nor did they even remotely attempt to apologize- (which is really the worst part of it, ) basically just defending their position, unyielding in any way, and offering zero in terms of compensation/consideration for us for all that we suffered- of which resulted in my being very angry. In retrospect, I deleted my review and will instead, despite my still being upset due to their total apathy, I shall now offer a more candid review. Hote: You could have solved much of my issues with sincerity and small gestures of kindness, but you did not. And so, you failed 1. Arrival was very pleasant and professional and welcoming. Stiff, but welcoming never-the-less from (Vera) 2. The location of the Hotel, as everyone has pointed out is simply undesirable. It is very strange to have this beautiful place on this pedestrian busy street w/thousands walking by reveling. Loud, noisy and cheap stores. You are buzzed into the gate by friendly Bela Vista staff members who greet you upon arrival. 3. The Hotel is very beautiful and cheerful. It is true. The staff for the most part is very good and upbeat. It is exceptionally well designed and thoughtfully appointed. The service is good; staff members are for the most part very attentive. Especially in Portugal where everything is a slow paced. Much of this is likely due to the fact that there are primarily Americans at this hotel from NY and NJ so the staff is accustomed to this. The PROBLEM is the Management. 4. Rooms are lovely, but quite small. There are no dressers, just armoires. It is tight, especially for what you are paying (top dollar) AND, especially more-so when the rest of Portugal is quite reasonable. You expect more when paying $1100 for tiny room. $1100 per night is an exorbitant rate for Portugal ( esp for a standard level room) and therefore one expects top service. We were initially very excited to visit this spectacular "looking" place set up on a cliff. By the looks of it where their website makes it appears as if it is a secluded private location built on a cliff. IT IS NOT. Plain and simple, it is a lovely place, but it is located on an incredibly busy pedestrian blocks with cheap shops and locals who literally spend their entire day on the beach. You will not believe. PS: your driver also cannot park near the hotel, so you must walk to find them and make your way through the mobs of people. It is far from elegant. May we suggest staying in Faro. Lovely historic old town and great restaurants and shopping. One would expect Bela Vista to be in a chic area. In any event, you are not. And it is also not near the beach. IT IS A HIKE to get there, so much so that you feel like saying "forget it as it is too far. It is also SO immensely crowded by locals, and so un-chic -it's just not worth it. Miles and miles of public beach. No chaises to rent, no umbrellas, -no uniformity. Bela Vista pool is quite nice, and quiet--so that is the place to go. In any event, we spent three nights, and ate well and enjoyed, (breakfast excellent) on the lovely terrace overlooking the water) but our room we had so many problems with smells, and TV and phones not working (despite what THEY say!) that it took away from things and pre-occupied me dealing with it on vacation. For example: we had terrible odors in the room, and we were given perfume diffusers (4) to ameliorate the odor. They claim to have spent $ millions on the plumbing...I don't know. In any event, we had so many problems I do not care to get into it,,they know the truth. We entered n an exceptionally high note & sadly left on a sour note and that was solely and only due to the management which is just inept and poor and uncaring- The fact is that sadly, they do not care whether you are happy or unhappy. because their occupancy is 1001% -SAD. They could have done so much but chose to do so little-and so they end up with my negative review, and us not returning. I did not cause this, you did.

colazione eccezzionale con un ottimo servizio, piscina molto bella e ben curata ma lo staff in piscina dimenticava spesso le richieste ed il servizio è lento

l'attenzione dello staff e la velocità del servizio

This stay has been outstanding from the minute we arrived until we departed. The attention to detail from the staff was amazing. The pool area was so relaxing and each guest has a sunbed. The rooms were so nice and exceptionally clean. The gym is well equipped too. It was just the perfect place to stay.

Historische Eleganz mit modernem Luxus, stilvolle Einrichtung & Aussicht auf den Atlantik.

Da gibt es gar nichts.

Spent an incredible 2 days at this gem of a hotel in Portimao. Algarve. The pool is gorgeous, the service and breakfasts were exceptional. Big shout out to Edwardo at the front desk. He gave us a tour of the hotel and history at 1am..he’s amazing! The only bad thing..and not a knock on the hotel but it is hard to get to by car if you are going by Uber.

La vue sur la mer, la gentillesse de l’accueil et du personnel, le raffinement de la décoration, l’extraordinaire petit déjeuner, l’emplacement, la salle de sport.

Minibar non compris dans le prix de la chambre, chambre un peu petite, aucun accès au spa si pas de soin réservé.

The building of the Bela Vista Hotel is stunning, the staff is extremely friendly and helpful and the food is delicious! Having breakfast outside with a beautiful view on the sea is priceless. The downside of this beautiful story is the location of the hotel in a busy street with lots of loud bars and consequently a lot of excessive noise at night until early in the morning... Therefore, we didn't sleep well at all. We stayed in a room on the top floor in the side building and the room/bathroom definitely need a bit of renovation. The comfortable beds were made daily, but a thorough daily cleaning would be recommended, certainly in this price range. Unfortunately, we had a serious ant problem in the room. The staff did their utmost best to fix it, but the insects could not be exterminated completely. The food and the staff were the two aspects that made our stay worthwhile!

Exceptional hotel in a wonderful town next to a beautiful beach. One of if not my favorite vacations in recent memory. Bella Vista and Comporta are amazing. See you again soon!