"Great hotel, nice room and helpful staff. Location is good as well with supermarket and food places not too far. Breakfast options were limited but good."
"Great hotel, nice room and helpful staff. Location is good as well with supermarket and food places not too far. Breakfast options were limited but good."
"Really friendly staff at check in and throughout our stay. Very helpful. Nice rooms, great view. Indoor and outdoor pool options were great for the kids. Breakfast was great. Really enjoyed our stay, would definitely come back"
"Really friendly staff at check in and throughout our stay. Very helpful. Nice rooms, great view. Indoor and outdoor pool options were great for the kids. Breakfast was great. Really enjoyed our stay, would definitely come back"
"Great location, easy walk to restaurants and the beach. Breakfast was excellent, hot and cold options, a great start to a busy day! Pool area was very relaxing and great to come back to for a cool dip at the end of the day."
"Great location, easy walk to restaurants and the beach. Breakfast was excellent, hot and cold options, a great start to a busy day! Pool area was very relaxing and great to come back to for a cool dip at the end of the day."
"Definitely not a 5 star hotel, the room was lovely and spacious, food was ok but very similar everyday. Staff were so miserable especially in the restaurant never any cups or glasses available. We were all inclusive but when we got there, there was also an elite package which we didn’t know about so we were not able to get all drinks on all inclusive. Drinks available were still ok. Pool was nice and clean, pool area was clean. Disappointed that you have to pay to use the indoor pool as we had...
"Definitely not a 5 star hotel, the room was lovely and spacious, food was ok but very similar everyday. Staff were so miserable especially in the restaurant never any cups or glasses available. We were all inclusive but when we got there, there was also an elite package which we didn’t know about so we were not able to get all drinks on all inclusive. Drinks available were still ok. Pool was nice and clean, pool area was clean. Disappointed that you have to pay to use the indoor pool as we had...
"Absolutely Amazing hotel, amazing people with awesome service. Rooms area beautiful and all the restaurants and absolutely delicious with over 10 restaurants"
"Absolutely Amazing hotel, amazing people with awesome service. Rooms area beautiful and all the restaurants and absolutely delicious with over 10 restaurants"
"More breakfast meal options for hot food should be considered by the management Beautiful and serene hotel with wonderful staff and very clean . Lovely wellness hub great facilities"
"More breakfast meal options for hot food should be considered by the management Beautiful and serene hotel with wonderful staff and very clean . Lovely wellness hub great facilities"
"This place was amazing. The breakfast was fantastic every day. So close to the beach and the bar on the roof was very nice. No notes. 10/10 recommend."
"This place was amazing. The breakfast was fantastic every day. So close to the beach and the bar on the roof was very nice. No notes. 10/10 recommend."
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Very comfortable hotel with beautiful manicured grounds. Staff were very friendly and knowledgeable and helpful. Breakfast buffet was superb. Only problem was a lack of local restaurants in easy walking distance, encouraging visitors to visit the resort restaurants which were mediocre and expensive.
Very comfortable hotel with beautiful manicured grounds. Staff were very friendly and knowledgeable and helpful. Breakfast buffet was superb. Only problem was a lack of local restaurants in easy walking distance, encouraging visitors to visit the resort restaurants which were mediocre and expensive.
alan
Reviewed February 25, 2025Reviewed February 25, 2025
this is the 5th time that we stayed at Vilalara...this says something. We come here for the fantastic Thalasso spa and its great staff (multi lingual and so friendly), the most beautiful settings, the most unique gardens, the six pools, the direct access to their wonderful beach and also the location (easy to to reach). We spent a happy sojourn of 12 days
and are ready to come back next year. Compared to ours previous experiences when Accor managed the place we had the feeling that there is...
this is the 5th time that we stayed at Vilalara...this says something. We come here for the fantastic Thalasso spa and its great staff (multi lingual and so friendly), the most beautiful settings, the most unique gardens, the six pools, the direct access to their wonderful beach and also the location (easy to to reach). We spent a happy sojourn of 12 days
and are ready to come back next year. Compared to ours previous experiences when Accor managed the place we had the feeling that there is...
We had a wonderful stay at White Shell Beach Villas in the Algarve! It was the perfect place for our family, especially with our 2.5 year old, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Our room was spotless, and having a washing machine in the unit was incredibly helpful during our eight day stay, especially with daily trips to the beach and pool. The staff were exceptional, warm, welcoming, friendly, and attentive throughout our visit.
I also enjoyed several spa services, which were...
We had a wonderful stay at White Shell Beach Villas in the Algarve! It was the perfect place for our family, especially with our 2.5 year old, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience.
Our room was spotless, and having a washing machine in the unit was incredibly helpful during our eight day stay, especially with daily trips to the beach and pool. The staff were exceptional, warm, welcoming, friendly, and attentive throughout our visit.
I also enjoyed several spa services, which were...
JinHee
Reviewed October 26, 2026Reviewed October 26, 2026
Absolutely beautiful property! Deserta suite was beautiful and spacious! Views were amazing! Staff was friendly and helpful. Paid for suite with breakfast included and it was well worth it…so many delicious options. Not a lot of restaurants nearby, maybe 4 or 5 walkable, but local taxis are very reasonable (Uber is also significantly less than in US) and easy to get quickly. Lovely, quiet, relaxing area.
Absolutely beautiful property! Deserta suite was beautiful and spacious! Views were amazing! Staff was friendly and helpful. Paid for suite with breakfast included and it was well worth it…so many delicious options. Not a lot of restaurants nearby, maybe 4 or 5 walkable, but local taxis are very reasonable (Uber is also significantly less than in US) and easy to get quickly. Lovely, quiet, relaxing area.
Jamie
Reviewed October 31, 2026Reviewed October 31, 2026
What a wonderful quiet hidden resort on top of the beautiful cliffs of the Algarve region in Portugal. We took the train from Lisbon to Tunes, where the resort arranged a taxi to pick us up. Its about a 20-30 minute drive to the resort. Wear your seat belt, taxi drivers do not drive slow.
We had a sea view suite with a kitchen that was very reasonably priced, comfortable, clean and charming. The resort was designed to have a lower impact on the environment and local wild life. The overall...
What a wonderful quiet hidden resort on top of the beautiful cliffs of the Algarve region in Portugal. We took the train from Lisbon to Tunes, where the resort arranged a taxi to pick us up. Its about a 20-30 minute drive to the resort. Wear your seat belt, taxi drivers do not drive slow.
We had a sea view suite with a kitchen that was very reasonably priced, comfortable, clean and charming. The resort was designed to have a lower impact on the environment and local wild life. The overall...
Nice property. Great rooms. Beautiful view, if you get a beach/water view room. We had reserved a non-water view. Asked for upgrade at check in. Got the upgrade but had to pay more money, thought that was a perk with Expedia VIP, but wasn't. Nice bar area with good views and decent food. The upscale restaurant was good, but pricy. No restaurants next to hotels for food options. 15
Min walk or very short drive is the local village was is very tourist oriented and has lots of restaurants.
Nice property. Great rooms. Beautiful view, if you get a beach/water view room. We had reserved a non-water view. Asked for upgrade at check in. Got the upgrade but had to pay more money, thought that was a perk with Expedia VIP, but wasn't. Nice bar area with good views and decent food. The upscale restaurant was good, but pricy. No restaurants next to hotels for food options. 15
Min walk or very short drive is the local village was is very tourist oriented and has lots of restaurants.
I rarely give an excellent rating for a hotel experince. But Sao Rafael Suites was above and
beyond the other hotels I have stayed. The staff is friendly and they go out of their way to answer or
help you. Added bonus is live performance every night when we were there. Sao Rafael Beach is
beautiful and is not a far walk. And there's always food available anytime.
I rarely give an excellent rating for a hotel experince. But Sao Rafael Suites was above and
beyond the other hotels I have stayed. The staff is friendly and they go out of their way to answer or
help you. Added bonus is live performance every night when we were there. Sao Rafael Beach is
beautiful and is not a far walk. And there's always food available anytime.
This property is right on the 7 hanging trails hike. Not a bad walk to downtown Carvoeiro. The staff are very helpful in recommendations for restaurants and activities. Would highly recommend.
This property is right on the 7 hanging trails hike. Not a bad walk to downtown Carvoeiro. The staff are very helpful in recommendations for restaurants and activities. Would highly recommend.
Rita
Reviewed November 2, 2026Reviewed November 2, 2026
Honestly our favorite hotel of our honeymoon! They have an excellent location, on-site parking and is walking distance to everything you need. Staff were friendly, breakfast is amazing and the pool (with bar) was to die for. Would love the opportunity to stay here again!
Honestly our favorite hotel of our honeymoon! They have an excellent location, on-site parking and is walking distance to everything you need. Staff were friendly, breakfast is amazing and the pool (with bar) was to die for. Would love the opportunity to stay here again!
The best area to stay in Estevais is the central village area, particularly around the main square and the small church.
This area offers a quiet, traditional Portuguese experience. It's characterized by whitewashed houses, narrow cobblestone streets, and a relaxed pace of life. The main square often features a local cafe or two, and the church is a central landmark.
For travelers seeking a serene and authentic cultural experience, this central village is a great fit. It allows for a peaceful retreat while still providing a sense of local life, ideal for those who appreciate quiet evenings and mornings.
Couples looking for a romantic escape will find the tranquil setting appealing.
When is the best time to go to Estevais?
The best time to visit Estevais is during the shoulder seasons, specifically from April to May and again from September to October, to enjoy pleasant weather and fewer crowds.
During these months, the temperatures are comfortably warm, averaging around 20-25°C (68-77°F), making it ideal for exploring the surrounding natural beauty and engaging in outdoor activities. The spring brings blooming wildflowers, while the autumn offers a golden landscape. You'll find the popular hiking trails, like those leading to the nearby Barragem da Bravura, less congested, allowing for a more serene experience.
For travelers who prefer warmer conditions for swimming and beach activities, the summer months of June, July, and August are also excellent. While this is peak season, leading to more visitors, Estevais itself maintains a relaxed atmosphere compared to some of the busier coastal towns.
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