Experience world-class service at Vila Joya

The 5-star Vila Joya boasts a Two Michelin Star Restaurant and scenic Ocean views. The award-winning resort features two outdoor pools, spa facilities and a golf academy, offering customized training. The luxurious guest rooms feature a Moorish-inspired design and offer balconies overlooking the coast. All rooms are air-conditioned and equipped with a cable TV, a minibar, and a CD/DVD player. Free WiFi is also available. Vila Joya Spa offers various therapies and features a sauna, a steam bath and an outdoor hot tub. Guests of Vila Joya can also relax at the hotel’s garden or terrace and enjoy the landscape. Vila Joya’s prestigious restaurant was ranked in San Pellegrino's World´s 50 Best Restaurants. It proposes a set menu of Mediterranean seafood with high-quality French haute cuisine, using fresh local ingredients from the Algarve markets. Hotel Vila Joya is located next to Praia de Galé beach and is less than 40 km away from Faro Airport. A private limousine transfer, to and from the airport, is available for an extra fee. Free on-site parking is possible.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.9)

Great Food: Meals here are highly recommended

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free private parking available on-site

Activities:

Tennis court

Fitness centre

Golf course (within 3 km)


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
Bedroom :
1 extra-large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 large double bed
Bedroom :
1 large double bed
Living room:
1 sofa bed
1 double bed
or
2 single beds
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.9
Comfort
9.9
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.9
Free WiFi
10
High score for Albufeira
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  • P
    Paul
    Ireland Ireland
    Fantastic well trained staff Lovely welcome and atmosphere
  • Judy
    United States United States
    The food was exceptional as was the staff. We throughly enjoyed our stay and would high recommend Vila Joya to anyone traveling to Portugal. Many thanks for a great experience.
  • Annet
    Netherlands Netherlands
    De locatie is adembenemend. Uitzicht over de oceaan en wuivende palmen. Welcome to paradise was de openingszin. En dat klopte inderdaad. Elke avond een ander sterrenmenu .........welke chef doet dat .......

Property surroundings

Restaurants
3 restaurants on site

  • Vila Joya
    • Cuisine
      International
    • Ambiance
      Romantic
  • Vila Joya SEA
    • Cuisine
      Japanese
    • Open for
      Lunch • Dinner
    • Ambiance
      Modern
  • Restaurant #3
    • Cuisine
      Japanese

Resort facilities of Vila Joya
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular facilities
  • 2 swimming pools
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Beachfront
  • Spa and wellness centre
  • 3 restaurants
  • Fitness centre
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Bar
  • Breakfast
Outdoors
  • Beachfront
  • Sun terrace
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Beach
  • Tennis equipment
  • Water park
    Additional charge
  • Snorkelling
    Additional charge
  • Diving
    Additional charge
  • Cycling
  • Windsurfing
    Additional charge
  • Fishing
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 3 km)
    Additional charge
  • Tennis court
Food & Drink
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).
    Reception services
    • Private check-in/check-out
    • Concierge service
    • Luggage storage
    • 24-hour front desk
    Entertainment and family services
    • Babysitting/child services
      Additional charge
    Cleaning services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Trouser press
      Additional charge
    • Ironing service
      Additional charge
    • Dry cleaning
      Additional charge
    • Laundry
      Additional charge
    Business facilities
    • Fax/photocopying
      Additional charge
    Safety & security
    • Safety deposit box
    General
    • Shuttle service
      Additional charge
    • Designated smoking area
    • Air conditioning
    • Heating
    • Car hire
    • Facilities for disabled guests
    • Non-smoking rooms
    • Room service
    2 swimming pools
    Pool 1 - outdoorFree!
    • Seasonal
    • Heated pool
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Pool bar
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Sun umbrellas
    Pool 2 - outdoorFree!
    • Seasonal
    • Pool with view
    • Pool/beach towels
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    Wellness
    • Fitness
    • Spa/wellness packages
    • Spa lounge/relaxation area
    • Spa facilities
    • Hair cut
    • Pedicure
    • Manicure
    • Facial treatments
    • Beauty Services
    • Sun loungers or beach chairs
    • Hammam
    • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
    • Massage
      Additional charge
    • Spa and wellness centre
      Additional charge
    • Fitness centre
    • Sauna
    Languages spoken
    • German
    • English
    • Spanish
    • French
    • Italian
    • Portuguese

    House rules

    Vila Joya takes special requests - add in the next step!

    Check-in

    From 15:00 to 00:00

    Check-out

    Until 12:00

     

    Cancellation/
    prepayment

    Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

    Children and beds

    Child policies

    Children of any age are welcome.

    To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

    Cot and extra bed policies

    0 - 2 years
    Cot upon request
    Free
    3 years
    Cot upon request
    Free
    Extra bed upon request
    € 85 per child, per night
    4 - 14 years
    Extra bed upon request
    € 85 per child, per night
    15+ years
    Extra bed upon request
    € 120 per person, per night

    Prices for cots and extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

    The number of extra beds and cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

    All cots and extra beds are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There is no age requirement for check-in

    Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

    Mastercard Visa American Express Cash Vila Joya accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

    The fine print
    Need-to-know information for guests at this property

    In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

    Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

    License number: 6747/AL

    FAQs about Vila Joya

    • Vila Joya offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

      • Spa and wellness centre
      • Fitness centre
      • Hot tub/Jacuzzi
      • Sauna
      • Massage
      • Hammam
      • Cycling
      • Snorkelling
      • Diving
      • Fishing
      • Tennis court
      • Windsurfing
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      • Water park
      • Beachfront
      • Manicure
      • Beauty Services
      • Spa facilities
      • Tennis equipment
      • Bicycle rental
      • Facial treatments
      • Hair cut
      • Fitness
      • Spa lounge/relaxation area
      • Pedicure
      • Swimming Pool
      • Beach
      • Spa/wellness packages

    • Room options at Vila Joya include:

      • Suite
      • Double

    • Vila Joya has 3 restaurants:

      • Vila Joya SEA
      • Restaurant
      • Vila Joya

    • Check-in at Vila Joya is from 15:00, and check-out is until 12:00.

    • The nearest beach is just 200 yards from Vila Joya. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.

    • The prices at Vila Joya may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

    • Vila Joya is 3.1 miles from the centre of Albufeira. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

    • Yes, there is a hot tub. You can find out more about this and the other facilities at Vila Joya on this page.