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Vilamoura

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Vilamoura [1] is an area, not strictly a town, in the Algarve on Portugal's south coast.It is in the Loulé municipalaty boundaries,close to the cities of Quarteira(over developed),Loulé and Albufeira. Mostly developed and private.

[edit] Understand

Vilamoura is the name given to an area rather than a particular town. It is a popular tourist complex and as such is quite well-tended, clean and very safe. The focal point is the yacht-cluttered Marina, around which are clustered large modern hotels. Clean white sand beaches lapped by the cool waters of the Atlantic stretch away on either side of the Marina. Note:some areas are private/excluded.

[edit] Get in

[edit] By plane

The Algarve's main airport is about 10 miles from Vilamoura at Faro.

There is a taxi service outside the airport. Prices are fixed by the airport and are posted by the Taxi rank.

[edit] By car

The 125 runs east along the coast to Faro and west past Quarteira and Albufeira on its way to Lagos. The A2-IP1 links Vilamoura and the rest of the Algarve with Lisbon, although it is some 130 miles away.

[edit] Get around

[edit][add listing] See

  • The Roman ruins and museum of Cerro da Vila in the centre of Vilamoura

[edit][add listing] Do

  • Catch some rays down on one of the two main beaches
  • Play golf on one of Vilamoura's six courses
  • Take a walk along the Marina
  • Go deep sea fishing
  • Take a boat trip to see the caves along the coast
  • Vilamoura Riding Center, Estalagem da Cegonha - Vilamoura, ☎ (+351) 289 302 577, [2]. The Riding Centre of Vilamoura provides you a perfect way to enjoy the natural beauty of the Algarve. Our horse riding centre adjoins the inn and offers you the opportunity to enjoy a nature ride or even riding lessons.  edit

[edit][add listing] Buy

[edit][add listing] Eat

Most restaurants are situated in the Marina area. There is a wide variety of foods available, from traditional Portuguese to Thai.

[edit][add listing] Drink

Most of the bars and clubs are concentrated in the Marina area. Sete Cafe is a dream sports bar!! The Irish bar has a live band most nights and gets busy after 11pm. Close by is the @tlantic Bar where 'Bruno'does his 'Rat Pack' show every night except Sundays.

[edit][add listing] Sleep

[edit] Villa Rentals

Renting a villa is an excellent, if a little more expensive option, although for a larger family or group this can be very cost effective. Below are some agencies that offer villas for rent in Vilamoura:

  • Vilamoura Villa Holidays from Villa Retreats - Selection of luxury villa and apartments in Vilamoura and the Algarve, many with private pool.

The Old Village offers good accommodation and is situated around the Pinhal Golf course, about a 15 minute walk from the Marina. 

- The best 5 stars -

Hilton Vilamoura As Cascatas Golf Resort & SPA

Brand new resort, first resort in Portugal of the Hilton family and a true experience. Providing state of the art equipment and services, such as: Golf Simulator, 2800 m2 7Seven Spa, and an amazing Paradise Island Kids Club.

351 289304000 www.hilton.co.uk/vilamoura

[edit] Luxury Hotels

  • The Lake Spa Resort, Praia da Falésia - Apartado 811, 8126-910 Vilamoura, ☎ +351 289320700 (, fax: +351 289320701), [3]. checkin: 14:00; checkout: 12:00. ... A place where the body and mind can find a perfect balance. Where aromas and flavours join the colours of nature. A luxury resort for a unique experience. In all senses. (37º 04' 44,8º 07' 35) edit

[edit] Mid-range

  • Vila Galé Ampalius, Alameda Praia da Marina, 8125-408 VILAMOURA, ☎ (+351) 289 303 900 (), [4]. With a privileged location adjoining a drawing card for tourism in the Algarve, the Casino of Vilamoura, it is also only a few meters away from the renowned Marina de Vilamoura and it beach. Online booking  edit
  • Vila Galé Marina, Av. da Marina, Lote H-2, 8125-401 VILAMOURA, ☎ (+351) 289 300 000 (), [5]. With a privileged location fronting the Marina de Vilamoura and only a few metres away from the beach and the historical Casino of Vilamoura, the hotel offers 243 rooms, including 14 suites. Online booking.  edit

[edit] Rural Tourism

  • Estalagem da Cegonha (Stork's Inn), 8125-470 VILAMOURA, ☎ (+351) 289 302 577 (), [6]. The Estalagem da Cegonha (Stork´s Inn) with four hundred years of History is tucked discreetly among bougainvillea and located at the heart of Vilamoura, one of Europe´s most complete and diversified tourist resorts.  edit

[edit] Get out

Lagos is to the west.

This is a usable article. It has information for getting in as well as some complete entries for restaurants and hotels. An adventurous person could use this article, but please plunge forward and help it grow!

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