Bela Vista Hotel & Spa

Stayed in Blue House for 3 nights in May 2025. True gem in this area and beautiful property! All the staffs here were absolutely accommodating to guests needs and very friendly. Breakfast was delicious with various kinds of breads baked by in-house pastry chef :) All my families - my husband and my parents - were absolutely satisfied staying here. VISTA Restaurant, which I also left a review for, is just amazing - must try! Will definitely be back if I get to be back in Portugal!

Very nice boutique hotel with lots of character and charm. From entering the property you notice the attention to detail and service starts right away. Beds were comfortable and rooms were spacious. Restaurant, pool, and bistro were also fantastic. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a private boutique style experience.

My husband and I have recently returned from another great stay here. We have lost count of our visits and each one is better than the last. The hotel is so grand and stands out on the landscape from almost every angle commanding attention from people. You cannot fail to be intrigued by it. The front of house staff are very friendly, professional and immaculate even in the heat and searing sunshine. Once settled, I realised I had booked the wrong type of room, all my own fault but the staff done their best to alter the room type for the rest of our stay with very little effort (on the surface but it can't have been easy) and I was extremely grateful. The staff on breakfast, lunch and pool duty just glide along smiling and there to help with anything you ask for. Immaculately dressed and there's nothing in a place that shouldn't be. Breakfast is like a trip to the theatre, the colours on the table all set out with an array of tempting food enticing you to think outside the box. I found myself eating the most delicious tomatoes drizzled with oil and sprinkled with basil during breakfast then washed down with a cappuccino, at home this would be laughed upon but here, it all seems natural. There's no rush to move along from the lovely view whilst having breakfast either, plenty of room for all. We had lunch at the hotel a few days too, that was a lovely experience. Staff are always on hand but not in your face, you just no they are there. The rooms are so different from each other and all offering you a taste of Portugal. We had tea and coffee facility available too, complimentary as well as water. There's and a fully stocked mini bar. We met the manager again who fits the role so well. The hotel is him and he is the hotel. The staff seemed well suited to their role and like to please. Pool side is as you'd expect, immaculate. Whilst there, we saw a Harris hawk in attendance due to unwanted seagulls around, it's the cleanest hawk ever, glossy feathers and shiny eyes ☺️ A hand picked hawk for the Bela Vista ☺️ I had a spa treatment too, the girl was very nice and very good at her job and the spa is like the rest of the hotel, smells lovely too. Was sad to come away and the time went very quickly but we'll be back. It's irresistible.

The property is beautiful but it's very poorly located. The management staff here was nasty and rude to me today on multiple occasions and made the last day miserable. We're booked to stay here all week but looking to leave immediately based on the poor level of hospitality. It's kind of absurd to pay so much and be treated so outwardly rude. Stay anywhere else but here.

This hotel was the highlight of our Portugal vacation. Our travel advisor Goncalo Olivera from Portugal Trails booked this hotel. It was delightful!! I highly recommend it! Service was professional, the room was terrific and the Spa was DIVINE! www.portugaltrails.com Goncalo.oliviera@portugaltrails.com

An exalted Relais & Château property in a beautifully restored hotel perched on the cliff's edge above Rocha beach. The main building dates to 1918 and according to the staff was the first hotel on the beach. Surrounded on all sides by ugly aging high rises, this spot is literally an oasis with soaring views, a beautiful pool and a private walk down to the expansive golden beach. For beauty alone it almost merits 5 stars. B cause of the elegance and stature, I find I hold these types of places to a VERY HIGH standard. In addition to the historic building there are 24 rooms in a much newer wing just to the west and below and in back of the pool. Our room was 202 on the lower level and had a partial view of the ocean. What I liked: -whimsical nautical color scheme in the comfy modern room that was up to date in every way from power outlets to fixtures -outstanding service culture and helpful young man, Goncealo Rico who checked us in and showed us around and helped us out during our stay-even arranged to go up to the secret rooftop for a peak-great view -sumptuous breakfast buffet with all the typical European items and eggs cooked to order -views from the nice pool-the hotel is right in the center above the beach on a tall cliff -beach access from the hotel is very easy and the spa provides you with a beach bag to use during your visit with towels and water. -immaculate grounds and facilities-rooms very clean as well. -nice quiet A/C- got room nice and cool for sleeping What surprised/disappointed me given the caliber (and price) of the property and the newness of our room: -size of the shower-while the bath is a reasonable size despite a modest room size, the narrow tub/shower with half wall of glass just isn't my favorite making it not only tricky to get clean but also hard to keep from splashing water all over the bathroom floor-unfortunately these are common throughout Europe -not a fan of the €4 potato chips and €10 bottles of designer water-so many high-end places have eliminated these silly expenses-wish they would too. Despite my small annoyances this is a first class property with a strong service culture and a great staff. I wouldn't hesitate to return.

This pace Beautiful rooms, the service was exceptional, and a beautiful pool too. It's a gem just above the beach. Highly recommended

Can you say Baller Status? This hotel is something out of a dream. Ideal for a honeymoon, digital detox, girls getaway, or simply living in a postcard. The photos are mere 2D temptations of the 3D luxury that awaits. You gotta see it to believe it. Perched on the cliffs above the most popular beach in Portugal, Praia do Rocha, Bela Vista is a historic gem among the otherwise hideous high-rise hotels surrounding it. Portimao is a destination we'd skip if it weren't for the stunning historical palace that is Bela Vista. It's a 1920s private estate that's been converted into a modern hotel, while preserving the classiness of it's bygone era charm. You can stay by the pool or walk down to the beach on a private path. Best of both worlds at your fingertips. Rooms are spacious, modern, and stylishly decorated. We barely left the property, thanks to the luxurious amenities like the pool area with cabanas and bar service, and the restaurant with ocean views (where a sprawling, gourmet breakfast is offered complimentary. It's hands-down the most beautiful, charming, and luxurious place to stay in Portimao. Best of all, it's adults only. Not in a creepy swingers sort of way, but in a calm, quiet, kid-free zen sort of way. Honeymooners, take note! For $200/night this was the best money we spent in Portugal.

I recently had a court day stay at Bela Vista Hotel in Portimão, and I am compelled to give it review. This was one of the most relaxing vacations that I have had in years. Bela Vista Hotel is just beautiful and the staff there could not be nicer, my mother was on the trip with me and they were so thoughtful and welcoming to me and my family for the time we stayed there. The view facing the beach from my hotel room is beyond doubt the best hotel room view I have ever had. The hotel bedroom was immaculately clean and beautiful design. The food was amazing and was incredibly fresh as there is an abundance of local produce, form citrus fruits and olive etc. The hotel interior is unique and like nothing I have ever seen before, there is gorgeous tile work and decor throughout the hotel. There are many areas to relax and hang out in the main building. The pool area is is spectacular in terms of luxury and the views from there. I highly recommend the hotel and I would definitely return.

This hotel is by far a jewel on the Mediterranean Sea. It's on the water secluded by gated entry & was a castle in the past. It's magnificent. No children or loud unruly behavior tolerated. The strip is typical touristy & we walked it once but tended to remain at the hotel. We had the most memorable meal for my sisters birthday. It was the Chefs special. The whole table had to decide to chose this option in order for us to get it. It was beyond fabulous. We were wined & dined by our team of maitre de & sommelier along with five waiters. Amazing. We had about ten courses & all were amazing works of art with attention to every minute detail. The chef is a 2 star Michelin Award Winner & it showed. We had several seafood/Shellfish courses all locally sourced along with impeccably prepared Lamb. Outstanding in all aspects. This place is not cheap but worth every penny. Definitely a special occasion or wedding/ honeymoon destination. No need to leave private access to the cold beach water! Will return one day.

This hotel was by far the most beautiful hotel in all of Algarve, inside and out. The main house is decorated in original tile and has amazing rooms. The staff was the best i have ever dealt with! They were able to provide me with the exact room i requested and made my fiance and I very very happy. They also went above and beyond when i accidentally left my passports in the hotel room safe without realizing it. They emailed me and phoned me right away and i was able to pic them up before missing my flight home that week. I would of gotten to the airport and had a horrible experience if it wasn't for their staff. Go with Bela Vista for your Algarve stay!

The hotel was very beautiful. I was expecting a lot more from the level of service considering it was a 5 star chateaux Relais property. I would think the company chateaux Relais would be embarrassed by their service. There was no actual concierge so the front desk handles the requests. Our second day we asked for a recomendation for a nice seafood dinner. The lady at the front desk called and confirmed with us later without properly advising us about the restaurant. We drove 45 mins to the location and was so embarrassed as there was a dress code that didn't allow casual wear ie. Nice khaki Shorts. ALSO she sent us to a 2 STAR MICHELLIN restaurant without telling us about a dress code or that it was a 2 star Michelin for 200 euros each for a long lengthily 8 course tasting menu with no other choice but that. We made the best of it after 4 hour long hours and 600 euros on dinner and wine. The following day we spoke to the hotel manager to advise him about how embarrassed we were that the girl at the desk would send us to a 2 star Michellin without informing us either about the quality of the restaurant and or a dress code. The worst part in my opinion was how rude she was after we had privately talked to the manager in discretion and never once received an apology from her. The Dutch girl at breakfast was super pleasant and refreshing ! Their front desk ladies managing the desk need to be trained on etiquette and how to treat their guests. I would never stay here again. The area itself felt like a circus show with all the cheesy shops and the STRIP CLUB a few doors down. Save your money and stay else where. We ventured to the Conrad one evening for a pleasant night, the food, service , and location was very upscale- 5 min drive to the beach but better then the overall location of Bela vista.