With a stay at Vasco da Gama Hotel in Vila Real Santo Antonio, you'll be on the beach, just a 5-minute walk from Monte Gordo Beach and 6 minutes by foot from Casino Monte Gordo. .This beach hotel is 1.1 mi (1.7 km) from Castro Marim and Vila Real de Santo Antonio Marsh Natural Reserve and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Santo Antonio Sports Complex.
What's nearby
Monte Gordo Beach - 5 min walk
Casino Monte Gordo - 6 min walk
Verde Beach - 13 min drive
Altura Beach - 14 min drive
Manta Rota Beach - 20 min drive
Getting around
Vila Real Santo Antonio Monte Gordo Station - 3 min drive
Faro Intl. Airport (FAO) - 51 min drive
Restaurants
Restaurante Paraíso - 5 min walk
El papagayo - 4 min walk
@ Willem - 2 min walk
Tropical Restaurante - 3 min walk
Bar Agostinho - 6 min walk
About this property
Vasco da Gama Hotel
Beachfront comfort, outdoor tennis courts
Vasco da Gama Hotel offers 186 accommodations with minibars and safes. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, bidets, and complimentary toiletries.
Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.
An outdoor pool and a children's pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include outdoor tennis courts and a fitness center.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 186 guestrooms featuring minibars and LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and satellite programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms with shower/tub combinations feature complimentary toiletries and bidets. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Don't miss out on the many recreational opportunities, including outdoor tennis courts, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. Additional amenities at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, an arcade/game room, and a communal living room.
Enjoy international cuisine at Vasco da Gama, one of the hotel's 2 restaurants, or stay in and take advantage of the room service (during limited hours). Unwind at the end of the day with a drink at the bar/lounge or the poolside bar.
Featured amenities include a business center, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour front desk. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available 24 hours), and free self parking is available onsite.
Vasco da Gama - This buffet restaurant specializes in international cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
A Barraquinha - This beachfront restaurant specializes in Portuguese cuisine and serves lunch, dinner, and light fare.
Lobby Bar - Onsite lobby lounge.
Onsite venue #4 - This poolside bar serves light fare only.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Green Key (Foundation for Environmental Education), a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Languages
English, French, German, Portuguese, Spanish
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and public transport
Free self-parking on site
Limited on-site parking
Electric car charging station on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
24-hour return airport shuttle (surcharge)
Airport shuttle on request
Food and drink
2 restaurants
1 poolside bar and 1 bar
Room service available
Restaurants on site
Vasco da Gama
A Barraquinha
Lobby Bar
Things to do
2 outdoor tennis courts
Arcade/games room
Bike rentals
Billiards/pool table
Children's pool
Fitness centre
Mini golf
Outdoor pool
Playground
Tennis
Family friendly
Arcade/games room
Children's pool
Laundry facilities
Mini golf
Outdoor pool
Playground
Snack bar/deli
Conveniences
Lift
Front-desk safe
Library
Guest services
24-hour front desk
Daily housekeeping
Dry-cleaning service
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Tour/ticket assistance
Business services
Business centre
Computer station
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beach umbrellas
Beachfront location
Garden
Pool sunloungers
Pool umbrellas
Rooftop terrace
Spa
Massages
Accessibility
If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Bathroom emergency pull cord
Lift
Grab bar near toilet
In-room accessibility
Low-height worktop and sink
Raised toilet seat
Wheelchair-accessible fitness centre
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
Wheelchair-accessible (may have limits)
More
Beach towels
Communal living room
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Bed sheets
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Bidet
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Towels
Entertainment
LCD TV
Satellite channels
Food and drink
Minibar
More
Desk
Phone
Safe
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 1:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); guests must contact the property with arrival details before travel, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
All guests, including children, must present an ID card or passport during check-in.
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
3 children, up to the age of 2 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Payment types
Important information
Fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:
A tax is imposed by the city: EUR 1.00 per person, per night for adults; EUR 0.50 per night for guests aged 11-13 years old, up to 7 nights. This tax does not apply to children under 11 years of age.
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
Airport shuttle fee: EUR 75 per vehicle (one-way, maximum occupancy 4)
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Property Registration Number 1571
We should mention
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Property is also known as
Vasco da Gama Hotel
Vasco da Gama Hotel Vila Real Santo Antonio
Vasco da Gama Vila Real Santo Antonio
Vasco da Gama Vila Real to An
Vasco da Gama Hotel Hotel
Vasco da Gama Hotel Vila Real Santo Antonio
Vasco da Gama Hotel Hotel Vila Real Santo Antonio
Vasco da Gama Hotel Reviews
Reviews
8.2
Very good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
This hotel is situated in one of the most beautiful beaches in Algarve. It is really on the beach, so it is a great place for people with disabilities or young children. Yes, it is dated, but the staff and constant remodeling make it very comfortable. It is a favorite among older crowds, and many people return to it year after year. We have stayed here for many years and will continue to do so.
Ana
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
8/10 Good
Andrew
24 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good value
Clean room. Pleasant efficient restaurant,bar, housekeeping staff. Reception needs updating and reception staff are not particularly welcoming and appear disinterested until itcomes to paying.
In itself, the property is beautiful. Very clean and the bed was super comfortable. The pool area is well kept and it a lovely large pool. Unfortunately, my whole experience of the place was marred by a very rude receptionist who decided to accuse me of stealing part of the deposit I had left for my pool towel. She insisted that she had placed two 10 euro notes onto the counter when she had only placed one. It was especially upsetting as it was my birthday and my first conversation of the day. I would not go back due to this member of staff.
Dated but has all the amenities and close to beach.
andrea
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
6/10 Okay
David
Travelled with partner
15 June 2023
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel is in a great location right on the beach and in walking distance of bars and restaurants. The grounds are attractive and well kept with pools, play area, tennis courts etc.
However the building is very dated and badly needs renovation.
I love this Hotel and its excellent breakfasts, close proximity to the beach and town. We have stayed many times but not for the past few years and appreciated the refurbishments which had been carried out.
Great location with a view of the beach from our balcony. Friendly staff. Excellent breakfast. Would personally prefer a walk in shower to a bath/shower combo.
Good meals dinner and breakfast. Evening entertainment was entertaining if you like the organ. Clean rooms. Nice condition. Good staff.
Kenneth
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2021
8/10 Good
John
Travelled with partner
27 Sept 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Somewhat dated looking and caters to older clientele (average age seemed to be about 75). Misleading room assignment (promised garden view looked into driveway and was in basement). Nice pool, close to beach, good breakfast.