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Dona Filipa Hotel

5.0 star property
5-star beachfront hotel with golf course

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Outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers
Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, pool views
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On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Vale Do Lobo, Algarve, Loulé, 8135-034
  • Place, Vale do Lobo Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Royal Golf Course Vale do Lobo
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Golf Course Vale do Lobo
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Faro (FAO-Faro Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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42-cm LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies

Classic Double or Twin Room, Garden View

  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Garden view

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42-cm LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies

Classic Double or Twin Room, Golf View

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Golf view

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Premium Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Premium Double or Twin Room (Golf and Sea view)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
  • Golf view

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Premium Suite, Sea View

  • 377 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Golf view

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Suite, Sea View (Atlantic) | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, soundproofing

Suite, Sea View (Atlantic)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 644 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Sea view

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Grand Double or Twin Room (Classic) | Living area | 42-cm LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies

Grand Double or Twin Room (Classic)

  • 592 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Large Twin Beds

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About the neighborhood

Almancil

Beachfront retreat .Within a 10-minute walk of this Vale do Lobo hotel, you'll find Vale do Lobo Beach and Royal Golf Course Vale do Lobo. Also, Ocean Golf Course Vale do Lobo is within half a mile (1 km) and Garrao Beach is within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Vale do Lobo Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Royal Golf Course Vale do Lobo - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ocean Golf Course Vale do Lobo - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Garrao Beach - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Ria Formosa Natural Park - 6 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Loule Station - 18 min drive
  • Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 31 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Spikes - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪O Marcoense - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Bamboo Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Smash - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Snack Bar Novo Espaço - ‬11 min drive

About this property

Dona Filipa Hotel

5-star beachfront hotel with golf course
Lie back and work on your tan with relaxing beach amenities like umbrellas and sun loungers. Summer fun is a breeze at Dona Filipa Hotel, where you can play a round of golf at the golf course and enjoy other activities like mini golf and horse riding/rentals.

A free manager's reception is offered daily. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This luxury hotel also offers an outdoor pool, a children's pool, and outdoor tennis courts. You'll have access to the health club at a partner property. Self parking and valet parking are free.

This 5-star Loulé hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 154 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 1968
  • Manager's reception (free)
  • Deli
  • Kid's club (surcharge)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Game room or arcade
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Beauty salon
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Lockers available
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Dona Filipa Hotel offers 154 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. 42-cm LCD televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with deep soaking bathtubs, bathrobes, slippers, and bidets.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include safes and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily. Amenities available on request include in-room massages.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • Children's club (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Supervised activities for children (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Roundtrip airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: EUR 18 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant
  • Free daily manager's reception
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18-hole golf course
  • 3 outdoor tennis courts
  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Children's club
  • Children's pool
  • Golf caddies
  • Golf carts
  • Golf clubs/equipment
  • Golf driving range
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Horseback riding/rentals
  • Mini golf
  • Outdoor pool
  • Playground
  • Tennis lessons

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Bathroom emergency pull cord
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 42-cm LCD TV with satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bidet
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before noon

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.

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 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 years of age.
  • A tax is imposed by the city: From 1 April - 31 October, EUR 2.00 per person, per night, up to 5 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 16 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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately EUR 18 per person
  • An in-room safe is available for an additional fee

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, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for golf tee times and massage services. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Dona Filipa
Dona Filipa Almancil
Dona Filipa Hotel
Dona Filipa Hotel Almancil
Hotel Dona Filipa
Almancil Le Meridien
Dona Filipa & San Lorenzo Golf Hotel Almancil
Dona Filipa And San Lorenzo Golf Resort
Dona Filipa Hotel Portugal/Algarve - Almancil
Le Meridien Almancil
Meridien Almancil

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dona Filipa Hotel to the airport?

Dona Filipa Hotel is 13.5 mi (31-min drive) away from the Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Dona Filipa Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Dona Filipa Hotel offers an airport shuttle.

How close is Dona Filipa Hotel to the beach?

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

Does Dona Filipa Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Dona Filipa Hotel, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of EUR 18 per person. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Dona Filipa Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Casino Vilamoura (15-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Dona Filipa Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Dona Filipa Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Dona Filipa Hotel have a pool?

Dona Filipa Hotel features an outdoor pool and a children's pool.

Does Dona Filipa Hotel have a restaurant?

Dona Filipa Hotel is home to Kamal Restaurant, which features international cuisine, ocean views, and a poolside location.

Does Dona Filipa Hotel have a spa?

This hotel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Dona Filipa Hotel to downtown Loulé?

Dona Filipa Hotel is 3.1 mi away from Almancil.

Dona Filipa Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 317 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 91 out of 317 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 44 out of 317 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 12 out of 317 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 317 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Colin

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sallyanne

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stunning ocean and golf course views, walkable to many nearby beachfront shops and locations. Beautiful area of the Algarve.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brinder

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

Excellent Hotel

I have travelled most of the globe for business and personal reasons. In all my years of travelling, this is the most honest and respected hotel I have come across. I booked 2 rooms, in an unforeseen circumstance, I was unable to use the second room even thou I paid for it and was non-refundable. Despite this, the hotel understood my personal reasons and fully refunded me £1200. What other hotel would do this without incurring a penalty. The staff are so nice and respectful. I wish this hotel and the staff all the success. Gob Bless you all. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 11 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dona

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely property in a great location with fabulous staff and a fantastic breakfast
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Molly

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is not 5 stars it is also dirty and not clean . We were also put in an old horrible room that looked nothing like the photos.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

A Little Piece of paradise

We were greeted at reception by Leonardo, who was exceptional and really took care of us. Melani was also of great assistance during our stay. We however found that some of the pool and breakfast staff members lacked experience. We stayed in a premium room with golf/sea views. The room was luxurious and the views from the small balcony were simply wonderful The super king sized bed was so comfy. Water and tea/coffee were replenished on a twice daily basis Breakfast at the Kamal restaurant overlooking the outdoor pool with panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean was just wonderful The selection of food was fresh, varied and of a very high standard. A choice of eggs was also available to order. Breakfast was available from 7-10.30 which was great The choice & standard of food at the pool bar was good. There were plenty of sun beds available at the pool area and a good supply of towels. Parts of the pool decking were unsafe. The pool was great though a little chilly . Definitely not for the faint hearted. The hotel lobby, bar and restaurant have all been renovated and are beautiful but there are parts of the hotel that need updating. There was no entertainment in the hotel bar and There’s also no gym. The hotels location is fantastic being next to the Praca and a stones throw from the beach. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay The little extras could move this hotel up to the next level
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mrs Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leigh

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Tracey

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Jason

Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Naomi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhion

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A super stay, such a great location and a lovely hotel. So easy to walk to the beach and restaurants, everything is on your doorstep.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Natasha

Traveled with group
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The first room option was very dated and we had to change rooms. It was ok but also very dated for the price. The reception staff were not very helpful initially but the manager stepped in to offer an alternative solution. Check in wasn’t ready at 3pm as stated either. The newer areas are more modern and I’m surprised that the whole hotel hasn’t been renovated. Bfast was good and the hotel bar is nice but lacks any ambience. The hotel is in a good area but some of the local bars/restaurants are a little obnoxious with bouncers being very aggressive.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

FREDERICA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was Beautiful and staff excellent. We enjoyed our visit
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Martine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sean Kevin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were looked after extremely well both domestically and professionally We enjoyed our stay with the excellent pool and beach
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

barry

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thai Ping

Liked: Staff & service

Well located hotel but a bit tired

The hotel was well located near the beach . However it could help with some redecoration as it was starting to look tired . It was not so easy to get around with its long corridors and change in steps in you are not mobile. Service mediocre & not of high standard .
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed staying in the hotel and its proximity to the beach and golf courses Food was excellent Staff were very friendly, courteous, helpful and attentive
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

David

Traveled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dated old rooms. Understaffed around the pool and at breakfast. you cannot order room service as advertised. generally not good other than location. Definitely not a 5 star hotel
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025