Bela Vista Hotel & Spa - Relais & Chateaux

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Relais & Châteaux
9.2 (234 reviews)
Av. Tomas Cabreira Praia da Rocha , Portimão , pt

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Facilities

Health or beauty spa nearby
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Terrace
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Excellent food quality
Attentive service
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Rooms not as expected

Categories

Cleanliness
7.95
Complaints about visible cracks in the bathroom walls and a broken shower head.
Service
9.95
Excellent and attentive service reported in multiple reviews.
Location
8.95
The hotel is in a good location with beautiful views, although some areas are considered ugly.
Room Quality
8.45
Rooms described as cramped and not up to 5-star standards.
Amenities
9.95
Positive comments about the pool and food experiences.
Value for Money
8.95
Disappointment about pricing compared to the hotel across the street.
Food and Beverage
9.95
High praise for the quality of food, both in restaurants and room service.
Overall Experience
9.45
Mixed feelings overall; some experiences were positive, while others were disappointing.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 10:09

Property Description

Stunning Historical Building and Beach Access
Set in a stately historical building, Bela Vista offers boutique accommodation on the cliffs of Praia da Rocha. Guests will enjoy the direct access to the beach area of this property, the first hotel of the Algarve Region.

Unique Design and Ocean Views
Bela Vista consists of 3 separate houses, each with a unique design. All rooms are decorated with a marine theme and most provide views of the Atlantic Ocean from private balconies. Amenities include free WiFi and flat-screen TVs with cable channels.

Delicious Dining and Nearby Attractions
Al fresco dining is possible on the terrace of the restaurant, facing the sun setting in the evenings. The menu is based on staple Algarvean and Portuguese food, complemented by a varied wine list. The new Marina of Portimão is 800 meters away, and bikes can be rented to explore the surrounding area. Faro International Airport can be reached in 1 hour from the Bela Vista Hotel & Spa. Alto Golf Course is 2.5 km away.

Ready to experience luxury by the cliffs? Book your stay at Bela Vista now!

Important information:

Please note the hotel bar is open from 11:00 to 01:00.

Please note that this property is not suitable for children.

Please note that guests who wish to include the VAT number on their invoice, must provide it at the time of booking, otherwise the invoice cannot be changed.

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

Property Policies

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children are not allowed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs EUR 20 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 234 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.95
Service: 9.95
Location: 8.95
Room Quality: 8.45
Amenities: 9.95
Value for Money: 8.95
Food and Beverage: 9.95
Overall Experience: 9.45
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Majda • couple • be
10
Perfect gem!
Pros:

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

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Majda • couple • be
10
Royal break with breakthaking view
Pros:

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

Cons:

Nothing

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Ada • couple • us
10
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Aideen • couple • ie
10
2025-12-22 • via Nuitee
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Karotka • family_with_children • pl
10
2025-12-11 • via Nuitee
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Rogerio • couple • br
4
A disappointing stay, especially considering that the Hotel da Rocha across the street offers a clearly superior experie
Pros:

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.

Cons:

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.

2025-12-07 • via Nuitee
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Wouter • couple • nl
9
Helemaal fijn!
Pros:

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.

Cons:

Alles was goed!

2025-11-30 • via Nuitee
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Pia Diane • couple • de
10
2025-11-13 • via Nuitee
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Marinus Wilhelmus Maria • couple • nl
9
Pros:

groot en rustig

2025-10-28 • via Nuitee
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BeateJ50 • Friends getaway • Zug
10
An Exquisite Place
Pros:

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.

2025-10-20 • via Tripadvisor
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Wim • couple • nl
10
Tophotel met top service
Pros:

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

Cons:

Niets

2025-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Joao • couple • pt
2
Not a truly 5 star hotel
Pros:

Swimming pool . Restaurant with very nice food

Cons:

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

2025-10-14 • via Nuitee
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Travelingtheglobe4 • Friends getaway
10
Beautiful Oceanfront Spa and Pool Experience
Pros:

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.

2025-10-13 • via Tripadvisor
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G4458ORstevea • Couples • Calgary, Alberta
10
What more could you want?
Pros:

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

2025-10-13 • via Tripadvisor
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beachgoes_8 • Couples
8
Beautiful
Pros:

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.

2025-10-13 • via Tripadvisor
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Pennco1 • Couples • Los Angeles, California
10
Ideal backdrop for a memorable vacation
Pros:

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!

2025-10-10 • via Tripadvisor
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Glynn8989 • Couples
10
Best customer service you can find in the Algarve.
Pros:

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.

2025-10-07 • via Tripadvisor
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Diane • couple • pt
9
2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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Gemma Louise • couple • pt
10
2025-10-07 • via Nuitee
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JanePenn_7 • Couples • Northwich, Cheshire, England
10
A stunning historic 5 star hotel.
Pros:

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.

2025-10-06 • via Tripadvisor