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Rooms outdated or in need of renovation; some very small/windowless rooms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Multiple complaints about room condition and layout (very small windowless room, tiny bathrooms, worn bedding, outdated decor) although some rooms have nice views — overall room quality is a notable weakness.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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Silvia • extended_group • es
10
2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Damian • family_with_children • gb
9
Pros:

The omelette chap from caps verde was friendly and professional

2026-10-31 • via Nuitee
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Peter • family_with_children • sk
10
Pros:

We had an amazing view of the coast line and ocean. Wow. The staff where all super friendly and went out of their way to make sure everything was good. The breakfast had a great range and was all fresh. The pool and spa area was really lovely, and there was a great outdoor area, with lots of seating. Plus the hotel was right next door to a beautiful beach and even more sea views.

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Rajkumar • family_with_children • gb
10
Pros:

Nice hotel. Could be a bit less expensive for end Oct or early Nov

Cons:

I liked everything. It was clean and well presented. Just could be about 15% cheaper

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Isaac • family_with_children • es
10
Pros:

Buena comida

Cons:

Camas incomodas

2026-10-30 • via Nuitee
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Patrizia • extended_group • at
8
Tolle Aussicht 😃
Pros:

Die Aussicht war perfekt. Der kurze nicht beschwerliche Abstieg an den Strand war angenehm.
Die Gartenanlage mit Pool und Bar sehr schön. Die Hotelanlage mit warmen Innenpool ist auch an kalten Tagen gut nutzbar.
Service war allgemeinen sehr gut.

Cons:

Beim Frühstück und Abendessen sollte man die Stoßzeiten meiden.
Aufgrund der Vielzahl von Personen ist das kleine Buffet schnell überfüllt und es kommt zu Wartezeiten.

2026-10-28 • via Nuitee
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Marita • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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Fernandes • family_with_children • pt
9
2026-10-27 • via Nuitee
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manuela • family_with_children • pt
9
Pros:

Pequeno almoço bom ,para ser melhor deveria ter sumo laranja natural visto que é terra das laranjas .

Cons:

De não ter mesas disponíveis para o pequeno-almoço.

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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joana • couple • pt
9
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Rodrigo MMBA • solo_traveller • pt
8
2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Shana-Chris • couple • ch
6
Le Spa était froid la piscine également intérieur , le petit déjeuner manque de chose et froid la nourriture
Pros:

L emplacement

Cons:

Le petit déjeuner

2026-10-26 • via Nuitee
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Mickael • family_with_children • pt
10
Pros:

Do começo ao fim , tudo perfeito, todos os funcionários muito educados, as instalações o quarto tudo nota 10 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼😊

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Annette • couple • de
9
Ich würde das Hotel weiterempfehlen
Pros:

Es hat uns sehr gut gefallen. Die Lage ist perfekt für Ausflüge.
Die Auswahl zum Frühstück war sehr vielfältig. Wünschenswert wäre eine Frühstücksterrasse.
Manchmal war es sehr laut im Speisesaal.

Cons:

Die Lautstärke/ Lärmpegel im Speisesaal. Manchmal war es wie in einer Kantine.
Schön wäre eine Frühstücksterrasse im Außenbereich.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Jan Willem • family_with_children • nl
4
Outdated resort
Pros:

Mooi uitzicht op de zee met fraaie sunrises en sunsets.

Cons:

Waardeloos ontbijt en bovendien iedere dag hetzelfde. Airco in kamer werkte niet. Knullige douche in bad. Veel apparaten in een veel te warme gym zijn kapot. Geen hotelbedjes op het strand.

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Monique • couple • ca
8
Pros:

The pool area and views were outstanding and it was very well situated to explore the whole Algarve area. I loved our little balcony and the views from it too

Cons:

The gym facility was very worn out and unhygienic. The one bench was cracked and frayed wide open and the equipment was old and rusted. The floor mats had holes and were not clean. Also our room was great with a little kitchenette but there weren’t any dishes in it, I had to go to the restaurant to get a few plates utensils and glasses and the staff there were not helpful

2026-10-25 • via Nuitee
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Gallardo • family_with_children • es
10
Pros:

Ubicación cerca de la playa

Cons:

Una tele más actual o con más programas en español.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • couple • gb
8
Great hotel lovely location.
Pros:

The hotel and location was great. The hotel was very light and enjoyed our stay.

Cons:

Just had to wait a long time in the Friday 16th for coffee cups and plates the breakfast was not the best experience. 15-20 wait for a coffee cup was not acceptable. The Saturday was fine for breakfast.

2026-10-22 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • us
9
2026-10-21 • via Nuitee
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D • couple • gb
10
Quiet relaxed location, fantastic pool area, stunning views.
Pros:

Such a spacious well laid out hotel. Rooms cleaned every day. Very friendly staff.

Cons:

Bit dated in areas. Evening entertainment wasn’t great.

2026-10-20 • via Nuitee