Bela Vista Hotel & Spa
Portimao, Faro, Portugal · Virtuoso · 2026 benefits
The hotel is set over the Praia da Rocha cliff with direct access to the beach. It was built in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century, along with the area’s historical chalets. “Our Lady of Sorrows Villa” The Original Project It was built to serve as the private home of António Júdice de Magalhães Barros, a local fishing and canning industry businessman (1879-1960) and it was inaugurated in February of 1918 in a ceremony that included the presence of the President of the Portuguese Republic at the time, Sidónio Pais, as the guest of honor. It was then called "Our Lady of Sorrows Villa", and in it, Magalhães de Barros’ five daughters grew up and it was the stage of many memorable…
Located on the cliff top of Praia da Rocha, the Bela Vista Hotel & Spa has a privileged and wide open view to the Atlantic Ocean. The hotel’s beach location offers guests private and direct access to the golden sand. This iconic mansion built in 1918, a prestigious family’s beach chalet, is a proud member of the French association Relais & Châteaux. The Bela Vista features 38 luxurious rooms and suites, the Michelin-starred restaurant VISTA, and Spa by the French brand L´Occitane. The swimming pool offers guests unequalled wonderful relaxing sea views, a lounge, and a Bistro restaurant.
What you get booking it through us (2026 benefits)
- Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
- Daily breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom, served in the restaurant (already included in property rates)
- $100 USD equivalent Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay (not combinable, not valid on room rate, no cash value if not redeemed in full)
- Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
These are the Virtuoso benefits on file for this property, on top of the hotel's own best flexible rate — not a discount and not a package. How the benefit stack compares to booking direct.
In the know
The Algarve coastline is spectacular, and exploring the cliffs and rock formations that border the blue sea and the coastal towns will surely make you fall in love with the area.
The property, in facts
| Where | Ave Tomas Cabreira, Portimao, Faro, Portugal |
|---|---|
| Category | Beach Resort |
| Property type | Hotel or Resort |
| Rooms | 38 |
| Room types | 6 |
| Nearest airport | Faro (FAO) · 32 miles |
| Advisor programme | Virtuoso |
| Style | Casual |
| Known for | Beach, Landmarks, Local Immersion |
Rooms and suites
- Suite — Suite located in "Bela Vista Jardim". Sea view and double balcony. 64m²
- Junior Suite — Junior Suites located in “Palacete” and “Casa Azul”. Sea view or Avenue view. Optional balcony and jacuzzi, subject to availability. 33m² - 50m²
- Deluxe — Deluxe double rooms located in "Bela Vista Jardim". Sea view and Balcony. 31m²
- Classic — Classic double rooms located in "Palacete", "Bela Vista Jardim" or "Casa Azul". Views of the garden or the main avenue of Praia da Rocha. Optional balcony,…
- Elegance — Elegance double rooms, located in "Bela Vista Jardim" and "Casa Azul". Partial sea view. Optional balcony, subject to availability. 18m² - 31m²
- Character — Double rooms in the "Palacete" with unique characteristics of the historic building. Sea view. Optional balcony, subject to availability. 18m² - 37m²
In the room
Air Conditioning · Balcony/Lanai/Terrace · Bathrobe · Coffee/Tea Maker · Hair Dryer · Internet Access · Jacuzzi/Whirlpool Tub · Mini Bar · Safe · Slippers
What advisors say
100% of the 7 Virtuoso advisors who have filed a review of this property recommend it. Those reviews are collected by Virtuoso from advisors who have stayed, not by us and not from the public.
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