Top Hotels in Carvoeiro Resorts
The 8 best Resorts in Carvoeiro, Portugal
Formerly a fishing village, Carvoeiro is flanked on either side by the sandstone sea cliffs characteristic of southern Portugal. The town's horsehoe-shaped bay is hailed as one of the Algarve's best beaches, with golden sand backed by whitewashed Mediterranean houses.
Restaurants in Carvoeiro
1. Pestana Palm Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1083 reviews
Pestana Palm Gardens enjoys a stunning location overlooking the ocean, the apartments are about 1.8 km from the center of the picturesque village of Carvoeiro. The village has preserved its charm and character. There are many beautiful sandy beaches close by where you can spend a tranquil time with your family. In summer, the whole town comes to life with a variety of cultural, musical and gastronomical events held in the main square. The complex is also about a 10 minutes’ drive from Pestana Carvoeiro Golf which is home to the two tournament courses of Pinta and Gramacho. Guests at Pestana Palm Gardens enjoy benefits and discounts at the golf course which also includes a Clubhouse and golf academy.
Great self catering resort
Reviewed By Annemieke SGreat small scale resort with exceptionalle friendly staff. Clean, convenient, no nonsense. Basic pool, but good enough for small kids. Easy to keep oversight and appartement conveniently close to pool. Also very nice beach at walking distance
2. Vale d'Oliveiras Quinta Resort and Spa
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1642 reviews
Whether you are on a family break, golf trip or incentive travel, our goal is always to surpass your expectations! Vale d'Oliveiras Quinta Resort & Spa is an elegant 5-star hotel and resort with 22 rooms, 2 suites and 80 townhouses. With an exceptional location, only 5 minutes from Carvoeiro and Ferragudo and close to some of the finest beaches and golf courses, Vale d'Oliveiras is a unique place to relax and discover the best of the Algarve! All rooms and townhouses are fully equipped with the highest quality fixtures and fittings and are designed to provide all the comfort you may need, whether you are on a leisure or business trip. The Monchique hills and Gramacho golf courses are the backdrop to this magnificent landscape. In addition, the resort has an abundance of stunning gardens carefully framed by the surrounding landscape. The traditional local architecture with Moorish influences provides a calm and tranquil environment. The hotel has a typical but striking interior courtyard complemented by Moorish arches and tiles designed by local artists. The low density construction integrates you fully into the landscape, making our townhouses the ideal choice for families with children or for long-term holidays. All have a typical Algarve chimney.
Nice enough. Bit tired. Staff poor.
Reviewed By Aaron BThis is certainly not a five star hotel. I am reviewing it as if it was a five star hotel as that is what I thought I was booking. Grounds are generally very nice, well kept. Cleanliness is good - when it’s done. Food quality in the restaurant for dinner is very good. Reception staff are friendly, efficient and welcoming. Feels very tired inside. Needs some TLC in places. Big crack in one of the ceiling panes in the restaurant, items are worn and sun damaged. Appliances in the rooms are old, sun damaged and faded - although clean and useable. Our biggest criticism is the staff. It felt like they really didn’t want to be there. Despite seeing the same people each day, there was never any recognition or continuity. Everything was way too much for them - an inconvenience. Uniforms were old and didn’t look clean (white shirts gone grey, not ironed etc). I would have been less ‘picky’ if I hadn’t been led to believe it was a five star hotel. Managing expectations is important.
3. Colina Village
Overall Ratings
4 based on 402 reviews
Wonderful holiday
Reviewed By sianmichellewI can't sing the praises of this place enough. We are still here for another two days and wish it was longer. We booked a two bed apartment for our family of 4, children 3 and 8. It was spotless and just the right size with everything you need, just wish there was a washing machine (please look into putting these in) Maid cleaned our accommodation everyday except Sunday, never had so many clean towels. Bar staff are so friendly and after a few days knew my order. Close to the centre but also far enough away to be more chilled out. Children's pool and adult pool spotless, adult pool very deep 2.3m which my kids loved. Little play area with slides and swings. Great choice of food at the bar and restaurant. Would definitely look to rebook next year.
4. Monte Santo Resort
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 980 reviews
Monte Santo Resort in Carvoeiro, offers a range of modern and luxurious Suites, apartments and townhouses. Just 45 minutes from Faro airport, Monte Santo is situated on the hilltops over Carvoeiro, a historic fishing town.Whether you are looking for a relaxing Algarve holiday, a fun-filled family holiday, or a spa or golf weekend, Monte Santo will cater to your every need with 5 star luxury.
Not 5 star
Reviewed By V2050RBmartinsNot 5 star. It's another multi financial income stream resort with a lot of empty apartments not being used and the facilities reflect the fact people who are often here are not demanding 5 star. In the US this would be 3 star, maybe 4 at a push. Before you write me off as a moaning American bore, I'm neither American or a bore and I appreciate these are 1st world moans, but we've been to others nearby and saved hard for this, it's just not 5 star and these details need fixing... Why not 5 star? Examples; 1) reception couldn't supply any basics after one of our bags had been lost in transit, 2) they don't deliver 'room service' food or drink to your room/apartment/villa, 3) sauna out of order, 4) hot tub water stank of feet, 5) zero complimentary anything upon arrival, 6) not the best grounds, 7) indoor swimming pool handrail missing exposing her dangerous sharp step edges your kids could just jump into, 8) average evening meals not a spot on local restaurants, 9) old school TV channel system, 10) old school DVD player and no DVD's in site, 11) air conditioning wouldn't work despite following the manual - we've seen the reviews saying it does but not for us so we had to have someone look at it, 11) zero local information on places to go, maps, restaurants, places of interest in the room welcome pack and internal hotel TV channel useless other than photos of the place you can see with your own eyes, 12) no tables or chairs on the upstairs balcony so you have to carry up the ones from the back garden or just don't use the balcony which then becomes a complete waste of space, 13) warning, don't carry the chairs from downstairs up to your balcony unless you are prepared to get rust water from the furniture leaking all over your clothes and over anything else you walk past in the apartment (jeez, basics!), 14) half the staff are not multilingual (I know, I shouldn't be so ignorant but I'm not, I can speak all the basics, but it's annoying to have a very friendly eager member of staff come over to you only to then turn around to the same 2 other members of staff to understand exactly what you want (again, basics), 15) unreliable Wi-Fi upstairs in our apartment, worked ok with our old iPhone downstairs but not an up-to-date android - maybe the new phone? Who knows, shrug, but annoying. 16) you get the idea. It's ok but don't expect the best, which for me, 5 star should be, it's 4 star at best. (Please don't tell me just because it has a dishwasher and dodgy Wi-Fi/ TV it's considered 5 star!) Despite my 1st world moans enjoy, but demand more! :)
5. Hotel Baia Cristal
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 708 reviews
Located in one of the most beautiful places in the Algarve, on a cliff top, the Hotel Baia Cristal offers a peaceful atmosphere with a fantastic sea view. Upon the beach of Vale Centeanes and 1700 m from Carvoeiro beach, this 4 star hotel has 120 rooms. With areas from 36m2 to 55m2, Hotel Baia Cristal has at your disposal 14 Suites sea view, 10 Suites garden view, 38 Rooms sea view and 58 Rooms land view, with Private bathroom, Satellite TV, Individual A/C, Minibar, Safe, Direct dial telephone, Balcony, Tea and Coffee facilities, Kitchenette (only in suites). Hotel Baia Cristal has at your disposal Restaurant Gaivota, a cosy restaurant with beautiful views to the sea. Open for breakfast and dinner with Portuguese and international cuisine; and Bar "Albatroz", a relaxing bar with live music, ideal for enjoying the sunset in the company of a delicious cocktail. The terrace serves meals and snacks throughout the day. During the Summer, there is also Barbeques, where guests can enjoy barbecues by the pool, filled with popular music and dance; and also a Pool Bar "BierGarten", where it is possible to enjoy refreshing drinks throughout the day. For Leisure, there are two outdoor Swimming pools, a kid's club, Tennis court, Giant chess board, Indoor Swimming pool, Sauna, Turkish bath, Fitness room, Massage and body treatment room, Games room (snooker, table football, ping pong and video games). For business purposes, there is Meeting room "Lagoa" with Capacity up to 80 people (8,5m x 10,85m x 2,29m). Other services: 24 Hour reception, Multilingual staff, Tour and information desk, Wireless internet, Live music, Car rental, Private parking, and a Shuttle bus to Carvoeiro. Vale de Centeanes Beach: 300m, Carvoeiro Beach: 1.7 km, Lagoa: 7.5 km, Portimao: 16 km, Faro Airport (FAO): 65 km, Lisbon Airport (LIS): 275 km.
Very pleasant stay
Reviewed By LastseenatWe booked on a recommendation and were not disappointed. Our sea and pool view was lovely with balconies both upstairs and down ( previously was a self catering apartment). Very clean and well kept. Restaurant was very good with good variety of menu including local dishes. Bathroom very clean. Towels very good. Pools for all ages, the main pool being a good size and all kept clean. Access to beach is by both an easy way and a more challenging way. There was some entertainment for those wishing to spend time in the bars. Would return.
6. Colina Village
Overall Ratings
4 based on 402 reviews
Wonderful holiday
Reviewed By sianmichellewI can't sing the praises of this place enough. We are still here for another two days and wish it was longer. We booked a two bed apartment for our family of 4, children 3 and 8. It was spotless and just the right size with everything you need, just wish there was a washing machine (please look into putting these in) Maid cleaned our accommodation everyday except Sunday, never had so many clean towels. Bar staff are so friendly and after a few days knew my order. Close to the centre but also far enough away to be more chilled out. Children's pool and adult pool spotless, adult pool very deep 2.3m which my kids loved. Little play area with slides and swings. Great choice of food at the bar and restaurant. Would definitely look to rebook next year.
7. Colina Luxury Villas
Overall Ratings
2.5 based on 5 reviews
The villas are surrounded by beautiful gardens and Private Pools with everything you need for a family holiday or with a group of friends. Colina Luxury Villas has Restaurant , Pool Bar, tennis courts, volleyball and children's playground, creating moments of leisure and pure fun.
Definitely wouldn’t recommend to my friends
Reviewed By lalgerI’d highly recommend looking elsewhere for your villa stay in Carvoeiro. The team are very unhelpful with solving issues whilst you are there. The villas are poorly finished (e.g ceiling lights not secured to ceiling and hanging by the wires…on ALL the lights). Maid service inconsistent. Poor air conditioning. No WiFi. No pool lights for entire two week stay and someone only coming to look on the day we left (after complaining for the final time during our checkout process). Restaurant on resort also inconsistent (the chef had to be woken up with a call before we could order food at lunchtime). Metal sun beds were rusty and bloody uncomfortable. Positives - Portugal is amazing. Staff at resort restaurant were nice people. Villa is large and spacious (so can easily share with another family and not be on top of each other). Shaded area around the pool was welcome. Landscaping in villa very pretty. All in all, our stay was great because we had a brilliant holiday with our friends and therefore we could see past all the poor elements of the villa…but if someone asked me if I’d recommend the Colina Villas with Private Pool I’d would definitely not recommend staying there.
8. Vale da Lapa Village Resort
Overall Ratings
4 based on 960 reviews
Amid extensive landscaped gardens and manmade ponds, this 5-star resort offers luxurious villas with free wired internet. It boasts an on-site 9-hole putting green and, outdoor pools and a Spa. All apartments are situated in 2-storey duplex villas that feature modern and stylish decor. Each unit has a large living room and a bedroom with a high ceiling and balcony. There is also a full kitchen. At Vale Da Lapa, guests can enjoy the exclusive clubhouse featuring a design restaurant and bar with outdoor terrace. Guests can sample regional flavours and carefully selected local products. Agua Hotels Vale Da Lapa also boasts a jogging trail, 2 paddle tennis courts, and a multi-use astroturf pitch. Children can have fun at the play area and children's pool. Vale Da Lapa Hotel has a private entrance to the neighbouring tennis club and several golf courses can be found in its vicinity. Caneiros and Carvoeiro beaches are less than 5 km away.
A great resort
Reviewed By heidio982We are just returning from a week on a self catering basis at Vale De Lapa Village resort. I had read a few bad reviews before hand. Not sure why this is as When we arrived late evening we was greeted by Louisa, she was informative about the complex, very welcoming they arranged for food to be cooked even though the restaurant was closing and was a great start to the week ahead, the apartments are very well equipped and very spacious, with large bedrooms both with bathrooms, downstairs w.c, large balcony the grounds are immaculate, the facilities are very very good for a self catering holiday. Nothing we asked for was a problem, all of the staff had been amazing including the resort manager. I would not hesitate to recommend for a quiet enjoyable holiday. Thank you from the Obeng’s
