Pestana Viking Beach & SPA Resort

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Pestana Hotel & Resorts
8 (2471 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Rooms outdated or in need of renovation; some very small/windowless rooms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Multiple complaints about room condition and layout (very small windowless room, tiny bathrooms, worn bedding, outdated decor) although some rooms have nice views — overall room quality is a notable weakness.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 2471 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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Georgina • family_with_children • de
8
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Anabel • solo_traveller • es
5
2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Marcia • family_with_children • pt
9
Excelente para férias em família
Pros:

O hotel é espaçoso, mesmo estando cheio não se sente que não temos espaço ou que temos que esperar por determinados serviços.
O staff é simpático e atencioso.

Cons:

Não temos nada a apontar.
A única coisa é a dificuldade em prever quando vão arrumar o quarto e isso por vezes dificulta a rotina com as sestas das crianças etc.
Mas não é um problema é só um pormenor.

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Marius Valentin • solo_traveller • ro
4
Managerii doar încasează bani mâncarea e de hotel de 2 stele
Pros:

Locația superbă

Cons:

Dezamăgitor. Verificați camera înainte . Am primit o cameră de 15 mp fără geamuri , doar o ușă cu geam care nu se putea închide și care a trebuit reparată , la mic dejun în afară de fructe nu am avut ce mânca , am întrebat de gogoși dacă au alergeni și au spus ca nu știu căci sunt cumpărate. În foto puteți vedea grija Manageri lor ptr micul dejun și diversitatea brânzeturilor : un amarat de cașcaval pus foarte rar pe trei rânduri ca să umple bufetul, ciuperci de 1 euro chinezești de la cutie. Cel mai Prost mic dejun mâncat. În cameră m-am simțit ca în tabăra. Noroc cu Stephanie de la recepție care e o super recepționistă și care în ultima noapte ne-a dat o cameră normală cu o baie normală nu ca cea de 2 mp primită ….sigur nu revenim.minibar gol nici măcar o sticla de apă, economie peste tot nici măcar saci de gunoi în coșuri. Nerenovat …

2026-08-08 • via Nuitee
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Montajes Evetos Guarguati Marcu • extended_group • es
1
2026-08-07 • via Nuitee
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ANDRE LUIS VAZ • solo_traveller • pt
8
Belíssima localização!
Pros:

Localização perfeita no Algarve

Cons:

Única queixa é que o blackout do quarto não isolava a luz, mas a gentil Sra da recepção me forneceu máscara de olhos e ficou ótimo.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Fatima • family_with_children • es
8
Bonita ubicación, zona tranquila
Pros:

La ubicación, las instalaciones están bien aunque hay aspectos a mejorar

Cons:

la zona de césped había muchos claros con tierra y el gimnasio algo antiguo

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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juan felipe • family_with_children • co
10
Excelentes playas al lado del hotel
Pros:

Cerca de dos playas muy buenas!

Cons:

Algo normal que pasa en esta zona y es la falta de estacionamiento, pero con un poco de paciencia se encuentra

2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Guillemin • couple • fr
9
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Patricia • couple • pt
5
2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Dominik • solo_traveller • at
9
Pros:

Sehr nettes Personal und alles sehr sauber.
Sehr gutes Frühstück.

Cons:

Meckern auf hohem Niveau:
Die"Klimaanlage" war mehr Ventilator als Klimaanlage.
Die Sonnenschirme beim Pool sind ziemlich durchlässig.

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Jimenez De Cisneros • extended_group • es
9
Descanso y vistas espectaculares
Pros:

Su ubicación y en general todas sus instalaciones. El personal y su trato exquisito.

Cons:

Por poner un pero, el desayuno no me entusiasmó pero estaba correcto

2026-08-04 • via Nuitee
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Jan • extended_group • be
8
2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Luís • extended_group • pt
6
Razoavelmente
Pros:

Da piscina

Cons:

Dos funcionários e da limpeza.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Angela • family_with_children • es
6
Hotel bien ubicado pero desfasado
Pros:

La ubicación del hotel es muy buena con unas bonitas vistas y cerca de muchas atracciones turísticas. El hotel está limpio. La comida del buffet es buena y el personal de recepción muy amable y con ganas de ayudar.

Cons:

El hotel necesita una remodelación urgente. La decoración está desfasada y muchas instalaciones en mal estado y descuidadas. Por ejemplo, la piscina interior y spa está descuidado y viejo con zonas de la piscina desconchadas. Las ropa de cama de los niños tenían algún agujero y también las toallas del baño y piscina de tantísimas lavadas que deben tener. Tampoco nos gustó la falta de normas que se imponen en el hotel. Es habitual ver a los huéspedes comiendo sin camiseta. También presenciamos a unos huéspedes bebiendo cerveza dentro de la piscina y echando los restos de la cerveza por la rejilla de desbordamiento de la piscina, al lado de donde también se bañaban niños. Nos quejamos al personal pero no se hizo nada. Es una lastima porque es un hotel que podría estar muy bien y no esperábamos esto de esta cadena.

2026-08-03 • via Nuitee
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Klara • couple • de
3
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Toni • couple • na
5
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Duarte • couple • pt
7
2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Barbara • family_with_children • nl
9
Heerlijke plek in de Algarve!
Pros:

Geweldige locatie. Mooi zwembad, je loopt zo naar het strand. Prachtig uitzicht! Ook ideaal dat er een binnenbad is voor de heetste momenten van de dag. Sportfaciliteiten, gezellige eettentjes in de buurt, parkeergarage, top ontbijt (en geweldig hoe alles tussentijds werd opgeruimd). Goed anti-handdoekje-leggen-beleid en een superlieve en leuke begeleidster bij de kidsclub!

Cons:

Niks

2026-08-02 • via Nuitee
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Baltasar • couple • pt
5
Razoavel....pelo atraz descrito....a nao repetir.
Pros:

Mt bem localizado, o pequeno almoço...bom mas longe de excelente.

Cons:

Falta de champo...e por 2 x nao tive limpeza/feitura da cama . Pese embora o tenhamos solicitado na receção, o estancionamente é outro ...PROBLEMA...

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee