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Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront hotel near Rocha Beach

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Spa
  • Room service
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Avenida Tomás Cabreira, Praia da Rocha, Portimão, 8500-820
  • Rocha Beach
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Portimão Marina
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Vau Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Portimao (PRM)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Room options

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Junior Suite, Sea View | View from room

Junior Suite, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Superior Double Room | Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Superior Double Room

  • 205 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Classic Double or Twin Room | Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Classic Double or Twin Room

  • City view
  • 194 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Double Room, Sea View | Beach/ocean view

Premium Double Room, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Junior Suite, City View | Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Junior Suite, City View

  • City view
  • 441 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

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Suite, Balcony, Ocean View | Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Balcony, Ocean View

  • Beach view
  • 688.9 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed OR 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Comfort Double or Twin Room | Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Comfort Double or Twin Room

  • Sea view
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Premium Double or Twin Room, Partial Ocean View | Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Premium Double or Twin Room, Partial Ocean View

  • Partial ocean view
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room, Balcony, Sea View | Select Comfort beds, minibar, in-room safe, individually decorated

Deluxe Room, Balcony, Sea View

  • Sea view
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Praia da Rocha

Beachfront retreat .A stay at this hotel places you within half a mile (1 km) of Rocha Beach and 6 miles (10 km) of Slide and Splash Water Park. Carvoeiro Beach is within 12 miles (20 km) and Benagil Beach is within 16 miles (25 km).

What's nearby

  • Rocha Beach - 4 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Três Castelos Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Algarve Casino - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Portimão Marina - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Vau Beach - 7 min drive - 1.9 miles

Getting around

  • Portimao Station - 10 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Croke Park Bar Portugal - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Gelataria Nosolo Itália - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Restaurante Sol Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Hollywood Steak House - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Häagen-Dazs - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux

5-star beachfront hotel near Rocha Beach
Sit back and relax on the beach with cabanas (surcharge), umbrellas, and sun loungers. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux like a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness center.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. This luxury hotel also offers a sauna, a rooftop terrace, and a garden. Parking is available for a fee.

This 5-star Portimão hotel is smoke free.

  • 38 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1918
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Cabanas on the beach (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Onsite shopping
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
  • Swim-up bar
Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature Select Comfort mattresses. Smart televisions come with cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

This Portimão hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, safes, and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and hair dryers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Bela Vista Spa has 5 treatment rooms including rooms for couples. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, sports massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including hydrotherapy. The spa is equipped with a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Relais & Chateaux.

Languages

English, French, Portuguese, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Self parking on site (EUR 20 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • A swim-up bar
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • Full-service spa
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubhouse
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Piano
  • Pro golf lessons
  • Sauna
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Pay movies
  • Smart TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Select Comfort mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Individual decor
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The property is closed between January 02 and March 03.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 11 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for EUR 200 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • A tax is imposed by the city and collected at the property. This tax is adjusted seasonally and might not apply year round. Other exemptions or reductions might apply. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 November - 31 March, EUR 1.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 13 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: EUR 120 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 2)
  • Self parking fee: EUR 20 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: EUR 200 per day
  • Facilities fee: EUR 30 per person, per day and includes use of: sauna; hot tub

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

Property Registration Number 4393

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times, massage services, and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Children 11 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

Property is also known as

Bela Vista Adults Only
Bela Vista Adults Only Portimao
Bela Vista Hotel Adults Only
Bela Vista Hotel Adults Only Portimao
Bela Vista Hotel Relais Châteaux Portimao
Bela Vista Hotel Relais Châteaux
Bela Vista Relais Châteaux Portimao
Bela Vista Relais Châteaux
Bela Vista Hotel Spa Adults Only
Bela Vista & Relais & Chateaux
Bela Vista Hotel SPA Relais Châteaux
Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux Hotel
Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux Portimão
Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux Hotel Portimão

Frequently asked questions

How close is Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux to the airport?

Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux is 4.3 mi (14-min drive) away from the Portimao (PRM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux?

As of May 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux on May 26, 2025 start from $556.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux have an airport shuttle?

Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, for a charge of EUR 120 per vehicle, one-way.

How close is Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux offer free breakfast?

Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Algarve Casino (12-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 5:30 AM.

Is there free parking at Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for EUR 20 per day.

Does Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux have a pool?

Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 7:30 PM.The pool is closed seasonally each year from January 02 to March 03.

Does Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux have a restaurant?

Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux is home to Vista Restaurante, which features international cuisine, ocean views, and a beachfront location.

Does Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Bela Vista Spa, where you can enjoy deep-tissue massages, body wraps, and facials.

How close is Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux to downtown Portimão?

Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux is 0.1 mi away from Praia da Rocha.

Bela Vista Hotel & SPA - Relais & Châteaux Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 123 out of 168 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 168 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 168 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 168 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 168 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful property set on a cliff overlooking the sea. The service was outstanding with incredibly beautiful decor. Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather, New York

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The preservation of the original home and its fine architecture, Brazilian wood, and gorgeous hand painted tiles was meticulous and made for a very special stay. We really enjoyed the incredible presentation of our salt crusted sea bass at dinner. The service and food were top notch. We were also delighted with our gracious room upgrade, bottle of champagne upon arrival. Delightful property!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Orla

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas, Virginia Beach

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a special hotel. The mansion is stunning. The staff are wonderful. The experience at breakfast is amazing. The ladies in the morning do a wonderful job. If you drive make sure you know the code to enter the road in front of the hotel which I missed on the introductory email unfortunately. That is important as you can’t access the road without it. As you drive up you wonder about your choice given the immediate surroundings but once you enter the driveway and mansion all is well. Great experience. If you go you MUST do a private boat tour of the coast with Alvor Boat Trips. This is a requirement!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely but the surrounding area was just awful tshirt shops and cheap tourist shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leonard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beside the beach. Great view. Lovely property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramandeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The service and quality of this hotel is incredible. I would recommend Bela Vista to anyone who wants a true 5-star experience. I can’t wait to come back. Better than many of the 5-star hotels I’ve stayed at around the US.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No sure how this place got its 5 star or maybe its been paying to retain it since 1881 since the conditions of these hotel rooms would suggest that was when it was last renovated, or even cleaned. Upon arrival, you are met with a bombarding strip of drunk loud tourists which the hotel imagines you’ll leave behind once they close an open bared gate. Dont let that fool you, drum and bass are still banging through well into your confined jail cell. 350sq ft has miraculously translated to 200sq ft here at Bela Vista. It makes sense why they dont issue refunds, without the blown out lighting and what I’d assume is facetune for the hospitality challenged, all guest will be rushing out the door when they lay down for a goods night rest only to be met with stains on their pillows. 10/10 would not recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Darren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stefano

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very special place: grown-up, sophisticated and the very opposite of a chain. A short walk down to the huge beach. And, a haven from the craziness of the street on the other side of the elegant gates. The breakfast bar is extraordinary. Staff were wonderful and couldn't do enough for us. I rarely say this, as the world is big, but we will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute best hotel I’ve ever experienced.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were so pleasant and accommodating, the view was spectacular, the breakfast a total delight, we would recommend this hotel!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chad, Milford

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing property! A stunning oasis with attention to detail. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at Bela Vista! The staff went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable from the second we arrived. Portimão itself is perhaps a little more touristy than other cities in the Algarve, but Bela Vista felt like an oasis away from this. We absolutely LOVED the daily breakfast, pool facilities, and Vista Restaurant - this was the best meal we’ve ever had in our lives!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Kiran

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Excellent Service from all the staff. At the price we expect Four Seasons esk service and we got this. Major issue was NO HOT WATER FOR 3 DAYS. Luke warm water. This must have been an on going issue and we were kindly given a room night complementary.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herbert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent service!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing service with a smile

Wonderful hotel, with the best service experience ever. High end but in no way stuffy. Great food, wonderful aspect.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shamsudin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent 5 star property with amazing decor and feel. The staff strived for excellence and delivered. Superb hospitality and sophisticated ambience. Highly recommend if you are visiting Portimão
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Carla

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was lovely as was most of the staff. I had an unfortunate experience as because I booked through Travelocity instead of direct that I was made to feel from a male staff receptionist that I was not important. A second booking for my son did not get through (my fault). When my son booked the hotel across the street I was told the would not accommodate him as my guest. Very glad that his name was on my room instead. Bottom line book directly with this hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

shashi

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Soha

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Historic and beautiful hotel

A stunning historic hotel in a beautiful location. We ate breakfast on the patio - amazing breads & treats at the table and a full European breakfast buffet as well. Everything here is elegant and well-done.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023