Pestana Viking Beach & SPA Resort

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Pestana Hotel & Resorts
8 (2489 reviews)
Praia Senhora Da Rocha - Porches , Armação de Pêra , pt

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Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
Swimming pool
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent location / close to beaches
Friendly, attentive staff (multiple mentions)
Spacious-feeling hotel / good views
Cleanliness mentioned positively in many reviews
Quiet area / good for families
Cons:
Breakfast quality and variety poor in several reviews
Rooms outdated or in need of renovation; some very small/windowless rooms
Maintenance issues (spa/pool/gym wear, towels/linen worn)
Parking limited in area
Inconsistent cleaning timing and some service enforcement lapses

Categories

Cleanliness
7.2
Generally reported as clean in several reviews, but there are clear maintenance and laundry-wear issues (worn towels, some rooms/spa areas described as neglected) and one review explicitly complained about cleaning/staff reliability.
Service
9
Staff repeatedly described as friendly and helpful (multiple positive mentions of reception staff, Stephanie singled out); a few reports note staff did not enforce rules in some situations, but overall service sentiment is strongly positive.
Location
9.8
Location repeatedly praised across reviews (perfect/beautiful location, close to good beaches and attractions); this is the strongest consistently positive theme.
Room Quality
6.7
Multiple complaints about room condition and layout (very small windowless room, tiny bathrooms, worn bedding, outdated decor) although some rooms have nice views — overall room quality is a notable weakness.
Amenities
7.6
Facilities (pool, spa, gym) are available and generally appreciated, but several comments note ageing or neglected areas (interior pool/spa disrepair, gym old, pool umbrellas/leaks), and blackout/AC issues in some rooms.
Value for Money
8.7
Mixed signals: guests appreciate location and staff (adding perceived value) but cite budget cuts evident in minibar, breakfast quality and maintenance; overall perceived value is above average given strong location/service.
Food and Beverage
7
Several strong criticisms of the breakfast (poor variety, low-quality items, allergen uncertainty), though a few guests found the buffet acceptable — F&B is inconsistent and leans toward underwhelming.
Overall Experience
8
Overall impression balances excellent location and helpful staff against dated rooms, inconsistent amenities and variable F&B; guests often enjoyed the stay but note significant areas for improvement.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-08-11 22:31

Property Description

Luxurious Spa and Exotic Gardens
Indulge in relaxation at the luxurious spa with a range of massage services, a Turkish hammam, and a hot tub. Surrounding the refreshing swimming pools are exotic gardens adorned with palm trees, providing a tranquil oasis for ultimate rejuvenation.

Stunning Room Views
Each room at Pestana Viking Beach & Golf Resort boasts a balcony, satellite TV, and a convenient kitchenette. Select rooms offer captivating garden vistas or uninterrupted views of the breathtaking Atlantic Ocean, ensuring a truly unforgettable stay.

Dining Excellence
Savor exquisite dining options at the Valhalla restaurant or the Pool Bistro, offering a variety of light meals from June to September. Treat your taste buds to a culinary journey while enjoying the serene ambiance of the resort.

Experience luxury, relaxation, and culinary delights at Pestana Viking Beach & Golf Resort. Book now for an unforgettable stay!

Important information:

For bookings of 9 or more rooms, the hotel will charge a nonrefundable prepayment of 50% of the entire reservation on the guest's credit card.

Please note that rates including dinner do not include drinks.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: FAO

Location

Guest Reviews

8
Based on 2489 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.2
Service: 9
Location: 9.8
Room Quality: 6.7
Amenities: 7.6
Value for Money: 8.7
Food and Beverage: 7
Overall Experience: 8
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Mafalda • family_with_children • pt
3
Hotel completamente desajustado a categoria
Pros:

Local

Cons:

Hotel velho com péssima qualidade funcionários sem qualquer formação em hotelaria. Tudo muito mau para o valor pago

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Mario • family_with_children • pt
7
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Leonel • couple • pt
5
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Caryn • solo_traveller • ch
10
Pros:

We loved everything. Location and staff excellent

Cons:

Just the mattress on the sofa bed we found very thin- but otherwise everything was amazing

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Rui • solo_traveller • pt
6
Pros:

Localização

Cons:

Hotel com look antigo. Deve ser renovado. Precisa de mais variedade e qualidade não alimentação.

2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Graciela Eugenia • family_with_children • es
7
Precio razonable, no me parece un hotel 4 estrellas pero estuvo bien.
Pros:

La limpieza ( salvo en las habitaciones q no fue tan buena)

Cons:

No me pareció un hotel 4 estrellas

2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Susana • family_with_children • pt
4
Desilusão
Pros:

A localização é muito boa.

Cons:

No ano anterior estivemos hospedados na mesma semana e adoramos o serviço, por isso que voltamos a marcar sem pensar 2 x, mas este ano o serviço foi muito mas muito mau e o preço foi muito superior a 2025.
Faltou comida ao pequeno-almoço e ao jantar, a loiça nas mesas acumulava- se porque ninguém vinha levantar as mesas.
No Spa não existia ninguém a controlar o que fez que os hóspedes mais jovens utilizassem a piscina para dar mortais e saltos… enfim uma desilusão.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Vanessa • family_with_children • es
9
2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Omaima • family_with_children • es
7
Podría haber estado mejor
Pros:

Que estaba cerca de la playa y tuviera spa

Cons:

En la habitación que nos tocó había cucarachas por todas partes, hasta dentro de la nevera y en el microondas.

2026-08-23 • via Nuitee
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yu • couple • hu
7
Good
Pros:

beach

Cons:

Shower

2026-08-22 • via Nuitee
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Monika • couple • no
10
2026-08-19 • via Nuitee
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Diogo • family_with_children • pt
8
2026-08-18 • via Nuitee
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Sébastien • family_with_children • fr
9
Séjour très agréable
Pros:

Confort des chambres
Petit déjeuner
Localisation

Cons:

Parking de l’hôtel plein et parking aux abords insupportable

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee
B
Bohdan • couple • pl
10
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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joao • family_with_children • gb
9
Lovely
Pros:

Breakfast was good lots of options

Cons:

The mattresses

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Ricardo • family_with_children • es
5
Dudo que repetiría
Pros:

El personal muy amable y dispuesto
La ubicación es muy buena

Cons:

Las camas y almohadas muy malas, la limpieza de las habitaciones se hacen muy tarde y el desayuno es de muy baja calidad

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Miguel Angel • couple • es
10
2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Nicolas • solo_traveller • fr
8
Pros:

Propreté, emplacement

2026-08-16 • via Nuitee
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Jurado Vazquez • solo_traveller • es
8
2026-08-15 • via Nuitee
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Pedro • couple • pt
8
Muito caro para as condições oferecidas
Pros:

Piscina e pequeno almoço

Cons:

Quartos um pouco desatualizados/antiquados, não há estacionamento. Fim de tarde e noite é muito difícil de estacionar.
Relva piscina na está cuidado, ao sair da piscina os pés ficam sujos com terra e relva seca

2026-08-15 • via Nuitee